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Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus

Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus

Purple Star Campus BadgeGulf Coast State College has been formally designated as a Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus. The Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus Program was established by the Florida legislature in 2023 and further defined in Rule 6A-1.09991, Florida Administrative Code. Once awarded, State University System institutions will maintain their designation as a Collegiate Purple Star Campus for three academic years. The purpose of the Collegiate Purple Star Campus is to recognize universities and colleges that demonstrate a commitment to supporting military families as set forth in Florida Statutes.

Florida Statute and State Board of Education Rule

Memorandum and Application

Military and Veteran Services at Gulf Coast State College advances initiatives that foster a strong community of past, present, and future veterans, raises awareness of veterans’ issues across campus and throughout the local community, and supports student veterans through graduation and into rewarding careers or graduate education. We are committed to helping military-connected students navigate the complexities of military education benefits so they can receive the education they deserve. Whether you are active-duty military seeking assistance with Tuition Assistance (TA), a veteran returning to school using GI Bill® benefits, or a military spouse or dependent, our team is here to help. Reminder: Please contact your Education Service Officer (ESO) before submitting any funding requests.

Gulf Coast State College does not discriminate against any person in its programs, activities, policies or procedures on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. All questions or inquiries regarding compliance with laws relating to non-discrimination and all complaints regarding sexual misconduct or discrimination, may be directed to Amanda Reed, Executive Director, Human Resources/Title II/504/Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Compliance Officer, Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. US Highway 98, Panama City, FL 32401.