2026 - 2027
NEW STUDENT GUIDE
GMC MISSION Georgia Military College educates and develops leaders of character to provide opportunity through quality academics and holistic growth in a student-focused environment.
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Congratulations on taking this exciting step toward your future! As President of Georgia Military College, it is my honor to welcome you to our college community. You are now part of the GMC Family, and we’re thrilled to support you as you begin this lifechanging journey as a GMC Bulldog. Choosing to pursue a college education is a bold and important decision. It’s a decision that will help you open doors and create pathways to endless opportunities.
At GMC, we take pride in helping students reach their dreams by providing a supportive, challenging, and inclusive environment. Our faculty and staff are committed to your academic and personal success inside and outside of the classroom, and we’re here to help guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re confident in your goals or still discovering your path, GMC is the perfect place to grow, learn, and lead. Success in the classroom begins with your personal commitment. Each day we ask that you bring curiosity, discipline, and a willingness to grow each day. Your efforts will be fully supported by our institution through dedicated faculty, academic resources, and a community that believes in your potential. You’ve chosen a college with a proud legacy of producing servant leaders, and we believe that leadership is not only our tradition— it is your future. We’re proud you have selected GMC as the next step in your personal development, and we can’t wait to see all that you will accomplish here. Work hard, dream big, and believe in yourself—your future starts now. Leadership Is Our Legacy, and Your Future. Welcome to GMC! Major General Terrence J. McKenrick, U.S. Army (Retired) President, Georgia Military College
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STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICES ENROLLMENT COACHES
GRADUATION COACHES
Location: Boylan, 190 Phone: 478.387.4846 Email: info@gmc.edu
Location: Miller, 119 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: grad@gmc.edu
BOOKSTORE
TUTORING CENTER
Location: Old Capitol Building Phone: 478.387.4909 Email: bookstore@gmc.edu
Location: Miller, 122 Phone: 478.387.4288 Email: tutoring@gmc.edu
CADET COACH OFFICE
DEAN OF STUDENTS & STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Location: Boylan, 195 Phone: 478.387.4370 Email: cadetinfo@gmc.edu
Location: Miller, 117 Phone: 478.387.4718 Email: cmason@gmc.edu
ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS HUMANITIES Chairperson: Prof. Jennifer Watkins Location: Miller Hall, 214 Phone: 478.387.4395 Email: jewatkins@gmc.edu
HEALTH AND NATURAL SCIENCES Chairperson: Prof. Mark Fairbrass Location: Boylan Hall, 267 Phone: 478.387.4753 Email: mfairbra@gmc.edu
LEADERSHIP AND MSD SUPPORT Chairperson: Prof. Kayla Brownlow Location: Miller Hall, 212 Phone: 478.387.0231 Email: kbrownlow@gmc.edu
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SOCIAL SCIENCES Chairperson: Prof. Rob Sherwood Location: OCB 141 Phone: 478.387.4757 Email: rsherwoo@gmc.edu
MATH, TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS Chairperson: Prof. Unna Yared Location: OCB 139 Phone: 478.387.0396 Email: uyared@gmc.edu
ROTC AND PROFESSOR OF MILITARY SCIENCE LTC Mike Jones Location: Old Capitol Guard Battalion Headquarters Phone: 478.387.4822 Email: mjones@gmc.edu
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PAYING FOR SCHOOL FAFSA School Code for GMC
#001571
GMC offers financial aid programs, a combination of federal and/or state grants, state scholarships, institutional scholarships, work study and loans. GMC makes every effort to ensure that no qualified student will be denied the opportunity to attend college because of the lack of funds.
GMC utilizes the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in determining a student's level of financial need. The amount of aid available from most state and federal financial aid programs is related to student academic load for the term. Both the state and federal aid programs recognize 12 credit hours as the "full load" benchmark for maximum financial aid.
FINANCIAL AID LINKS FAFSA Application | www.studentaid.gov HOPE and GTEG | www.gafutures.org Veteran Benefits | www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
DISABILITY SERVICES
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GMC is committed to the full inclusion of all students by providing a friendly and inclusive environment that students can thrive in. As part of the Department of Academic Support Services, we want to ensure that you have the access and opportunity in all aspects of your experience while at GMC. TO APPLY FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Complete a Student Request for Reasonable MR. CHARLES WELLS Accommodations. Email: cwells@gmc.edu Complete an Initial Interview with SDS. Phone: 478-387-4902 (By phone or in person). Submit documentation: Documentation Guidelines can be found on our website. Meet with the Manager or Disability Coordinator. Access Accommodate program and request Instructor Notification Letters each term for each instructor you wish to receive accommodations in their class. Once the letter has been sent, the student is required to meet with each instructor to make arrangements for desired accommodations.
TUTORING SERVICES Tutoring is available to all students across all subjects at no additional cost. Whether you need help understanding course material, preparing for exams, or improving study skills, support is here for you. Students can choose from peer tutors, professional tutors, or 24/7 online assistance through Brainfuse to find the support option that best meets their needs. Flexible options are available to fit your schedule, making it easy to get the help you need when you need it. Miller #122, inside the Tutoring Center.
BOOKSTORE
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A Course Resource Fee ($23 per credit hour) is included with your tuition and fees. This includes the rental fee for course textbooks. There is no need to present payment at the bookstore, only a schedule for the current term and student ID. Books must be returned at the end of the term by the advertised due date to avoid a $25 late fee and a $100 replacement fee per book. If a book is returned in a damaged and/or unusable condition or a book is lost, a replacement fee of $100 will be charged to your business office account. Courses will also utlize electronic materials found within your course in Canvas. Cadets will visit the bookstore to be fitted for and order their uniforms and any other issued supplies.
GMC BOOKSTORE CONTACT INFORMATION Location: OCB, South Entrance Phone: 478.387.4909 Email: bookstore@gmc.edu Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
KIDD HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER
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The Kidd Center features a full-sized gymnasium, an elevated walkingrunning track, free weights, weight machines, treadmills, exercise bicycles, elliptical machines, locker rooms, classrooms, a band room, offices, a conference room and a state-of-the-art sports medicine facility. The facility also has two elevated patio areas that overlook Robertson Field as well as four tennis courts adjacent to the building. The Kidd Center is open to students, staff, and faculty use daily during the academic year. There may be restrictions on facility use during local events. Hours of operation will be posted.
GRADUATION COACH
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The purpose of the graduation coaching program is to facilitate the academic and financial planning that support student success both inside the classroom and beyond. Discuss your goals and plans with your graduation coach so they may assist you with course selection appropriate to supporting your future goals. Students should make an appointment using their scheduling link, email, or stop by the Grad Coach Center located in Student Support Services of Miller Hall. Location: Miller, 119 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: grad@gmc.edu
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STUDENT ID CARDS AND PARKING PERMITS STUDENT ID CARDS
Student ID cards are issued to all students at orientation at no charge. Students are required to carry their ID cards while on campus.
PARKING PERMITS Parking permits are issued through the GMC Campus Police. Permits must be placed on your vehicle on the bottom, left corner on the rear window of your vehicle.
PARKING There are designated permit parking areas around campus for students. Please be sure to follow all posted signs on campus relating to parking in order to be in compliance with the appropriate local, state, and federal traffic laws. Please see our Campus Map on page 28 for location of parking areas. THE GMC POLICE OFFICE IS LOCATED IN BAUGH BARRACKS. 478.387.4717
BULLDOG DINING
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GMC operates three dining venues on campus, two of which are open to college students. The College Cafeteria, better known as the Top Dog Diner, is located on the ground floor of Boylan Hall and the Canteen, better known as the Growl Grab and Go, is located in the atrium area. During the academic year, the Top Dog Diner offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner every school day. Brunch and dinner are offered on weekends and holidays. Meal hours are adjusted during breaks and school closures. Pizza and grill items are also available during lunch and dinner as well as a salad bar and deli options. Fresh soups and desserts are available daily. The Growl Grab and Go offers snacks, sandwiches, and grab-and-go type items during the school day. Both dining venues are open to the public and accept cash, credit/debit cards and GMC IDs loaded with Bulldog Bucks or a pre-purchased meal plan.
MEAL PLANS A 19 meals weekly plan is available for all cadets living on campus. In addition, there are 2 meal plans offered to accommodate all students. 25 Block Plan and 5 Block Plan are available and may be used for any meal in the Top Dog Diner or in Growl Grab and Go during the week between 11am and 3pm. Scan the QR Code for additional information and to purchase a meal plan. As an alternative, a meal can be purchased at a daily door rate using cash, credit card, or with GMC ID cards loaded with Bulldog Bucks.
BULLDOG BUCKS Your student ID allows you to load "Bulldog Bucks" and use your card like a debit card at all dining venues, vending machines, and the bookstore. To access the Bulldog Card Online scan the QR code below.
BULLDOG CARD OFFICE Phone: 478.387.4919 Email: BulldogCard@gmc.edu
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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We are honored and excited that you chose GMC as part of your educational journey.
MAINTAINING ACTIVE STATUS Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per term Maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or better Refrain from withdrawing from classes
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS While international students are not eligible for financial aid, they are eligible for some scholarships. Stop by the Financial Aid office in the Atrium to learn more.
ON CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT On-campus employment is available in our bookstore, cafeteria, and select departments. Please see your Graduation Coach for more information.
TRAVEL Before leaving the U.S., see your campus DSO to have your I-20 signed.
HEALTH SERVICES Health Services is a nurse directed school clinic staffed by a registered nurse and a licensed practical nurse who work under protocol in consultation with a local physician.
SERVICES INCLUDE: Care for minor illnesses and injuries Referral to local health care providers Wellness education, counseling, and resources
HEALTH SERVICES Location: Usery, ground floor Phone: 478.387.4839 healthservices@gmc.edu
There is no charge for clinic services. Costs for off-campus services are the responsibility of the student. All students are encouraged to have personal medical insurance coverage. Cadets are covered by the school accident insurance policy for injuries only.
Scan the QR Code to schedule a visit!
GMC DRESS CODE
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GMC expects its students to dress and groom to reflect the high standards of personal conduct that demonstrate good taste and are appropriate for college. Student dress may not present a health or safety hazard, violate city or state law, or present a potential for disruption to the instructional program. Attire or accessories that advertise or display or promote any drug including alcohol or tobacco, sexual activity, violence, lewd language, disrespect and/or bigotry towards any group are not acceptable. Unacceptable clothing and accessories include, but are not limited to, gang-related attire, pants below the natural waist, excessively tight or revealing clothing, shorts less than finger length, bare midriff, low-cut blouses, tank tops, tube tops, see through tops, cropped shirts, spiked jewelry, or chains. Shorts and dresses must adequately cover the front, back sides, and midriff. As a matter of common courtesy and respect, hat/caps are not to be worn inside buildings. Students in violation of the dress code could be asked to leave the building/classroom and not to return until appropriately clothed. For more information about the dress code and other codes of conduct, please review our Student Handbook found at: www.gmc.edu/current-students/student-handbook.cms
TITLE IX AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT Sexual harassment is unwelcome, gender-based verbal or physical conduct that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that it unreasonably interferes with, denies or limits someone's ability to participate in or benefit from GMC's educational program and/or activities, and is based on power differentials (quid pro quo), the creation of hostile environment, or retaliation. Sexual harassment includes non-consensual sexual contact (or attempt), non-consensual sexual intercourse (or attempt) and sexual exploitation. Please see the Student Handbook pages 99-112 for more information. Any student who feels he/she has been sexually harassed should contact the Title IX Coordinator, Megan Prescott at 478.387.4957. She can also be reached by email at mbrooks@gmc.edu. In response to allegations of sexual harassment or violence, GMC will take these actions: Inform the victim of options (formal/informal) Conduct a prompt and thorough investigation Take corrective action, if appropriate Keep information confidential to the extent that we can
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STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS ART CLUB Prof. Johnson, jenjohnson@gmc.edu BIOLOGY CLUB Prof. Fairbrass, mfairbrass@gmc.edu CADET GLEE CLUB Prof. Yu, myu@gmc.edu ETHICS BOWL TEAM Prof. Yared, uyared@gmc.edu INTRAMURALS Coach Harmon, sharmon@gmc.edu LOOSE ENDS CLUB Prof. Yared, uyared@gmc.edu ORIENTEERING CLUB SGT Ryan, sryan@gmc.edu PAY IT FORWARD CLUB Ashley Walden, awalden@gmc.edu PHI THETA KAPPA INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Membership by invitation only Prof. Pizzolato, mpizzolato@gmc.edu TABLETOP ROLE PLAYING GAMES Allen Morris, amorris@gmc.edu
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
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GMC is devoted to educating our students about the importance of being a contributing citizen to their local communities and the nation. Events are promoted throughout the year to allow our students the opportunity to practice selfless service. Those students exceeding one hundred hours of community service, within one year, are awarded the Distinguished Order of the Servant Leader award.
For more information about volunteering opportunities, please contact Mrs. Celes Mason at 478.387.4718 or by email at cmason@gmc.edu.
STUDENT AMBASSADORS This program is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing GMC. Student Ambassadors are the public face of the college. They serve in official capacity at special college and community events and assist first year students in the transition of college life through development of meaningful relationships. Student Ambassadors are part time employees of GMC. For more information about Student Ambassadors, please contact Mrs. Celes Mason at 478.387.4718 or by email at cmason@gmc.edu.
INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Intercollegiate Athletics is an integral part of GMC and is a member of the Georgia College Athletic Association (GCAA) conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). GMC has won four NJCAA National Championships, three NRA ROTC Rifle National Championships, and seventeen Regional Championships. GMC JC Athletics is Georgia’s premier NJCAA program with a Georgia-centric focus on recruiting. A number of former GMC Bulldogs have gone on to compete as professional athletes, including in the NFL. For more information, visit GMC Athletics online at www.gmcbulldogs.com, or follow our social media
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Our Te ams Football Softball Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer Men’s Golf Women’s Golf Men’s Cross Country Women’s Cross Country Rifle
@gmcathletics Georgia Military College Athletics @GMCBulldogs
HEAD COACHES M&W Cross Country - Rob Sherwood - rsherwoo@gmc.edu Football - Rob Manchester - rmanches@gmc.edu M&W Golf - Kirk Kayden - kkayden@gmc.edu Men’s Soccer—Bobby Jaworski - bjaworski@gmc.edu Women’s Soccer - Courtney Young —cmorgan@gmc.edu Softball - Ashley Bunn - amayhue@gmc.edu Rifle - Lisa Kelley - lhkelley@gmc.edu
CAMPUS CHAPLAIN GMC is committed to producing well rounded citizens for a rapid changing world. In this diverse community of disciplined transformation and change, the function of the Chaplain-Mentor is to assist with the institution’s vision of a safe space where students and their families, as well as, staff and administration can healthfully process the challenges of their respective lives. Such challenges can be related to any of their several college experiences as either student or employee. Conversations with the Chaplain-Mentor creates the space for working through challenges.
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CHAPLAIN DAVID LUKE Location: Miller G10 Email: dluke@gmc.edu
All discussions are confidential and oriented toward embracing opportunities for growth and change.
STUDENT PORTAL AND EMAIL USERNAME
PORTAL
Your user name is your first initial, last name, two-digit birth month, and twodigit birthday. For example, if my name is Bobby Cox and my birthday is May 21, then my username is bcox0521
You can access the GMC portal by visiting www.gmc.edu and select: GMC Portal.
STUDENT EMAIL
NEED HELP LOGGING IN?
username@bulldog.gmc.edu Visit help.gmc.edu or password: your 6-digit birthday call 1-844-571-5983 (MMDDYY). Once you log in for the first time, you will be prompted to create a new password.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR QUARTER 1 AUGUST 2026
HOLIDAYS
Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – August 10 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – August 10 - 13 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – September 9 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – September 22 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – October 6
Labor Day September 7
QUARTER 2 OCTOBER 2026
HOLIDAYS
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Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – October 13 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – Oct. 13 - 18 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – November 11 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – November 25 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – December 9
Veterans Day Campus Closes at 12:00 PM November 11
QUARTER 3 JANUARY 2027
HOLIDAYS
Thanksgiving November 25 - 27
Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – January 6 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – Jan. 6 - 10 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – - February 5 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – February 18 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – March 4
Christmas Break December 17 - January 1
QUARTER 4 MARCH 2027
HOLIDAYS
Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – March 17 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – March 17 - 21 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – April 22 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – May 4 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – May 18
Spring Break April 5 - 9
SUMMER JUNE 2027 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – June 2 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – June 2 - 6 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – July 2 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – July 15 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – July 29
MLK Holiday January 18 President’s Day February 15
HOLIDAYS Juneteenth June 19 4th of July July 2
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