Catalog Is Published for Informational Purposes; However, the Information Is Not to Be Considered As an Irrevocable Contract Between the Student and the College
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Higher Learning Commission E4946 Jackson Road Ironwood, MI 49938 - Telephone 906/932-4231 800/682-5910 Toll Free gogebic.edu This catalog is published for informational purposes; however, the information is not to be considered as an irrevocable contract between the student and the college. While this catalog was prepared on the basis of the best information available at the time of publication, all information including statements of tuition and fees, curriculum and course offerings, admissions, graduation requirements, and other matters within its control is subject to change without notice or obligation. Please visit our website at Gogebic.edu for the most up to date catalog information. It is the policy of the college that no persons on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or disability, political affiliation or belief shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which the college is responsible or for which it receives federal financial assistance from the Department of Education. 1 Welcome to Gogebic Community College! From the main campus in Ironwood, Michigan and the Copper Country Center in Houghton, Michigan, the GCC community welcomes you! Whether your goal is transfer to a four-year institution, to advance your career through attainment of a technical certificate or degree in one of many high demand fields, personal enrichment or workforce development, Gogebic Community College is ready to meet your individual needs. Situated in Michigan’s majestic Upper Peninsula with year-round adventure and attractions, you will be amazed by all of the opportunities here. Within this beautiful setting, you can receive a quality education and engage in campus life complete with athletics and residential living, where highly qualified faculty and staff truly care about your holistic development. GCC supports continued economic growth throughout the region in partnering with local business and industry to develop highly skilled employees of the future. Our committed and experienced educators use of cutting-edge technology and training ensures a bright future laden with opportunities. We are committed to making your educational experience a positive one, from application through graduation and beyond. We are driven by your success and strive to be a positive chapter in your life story. Start today… we look forward to getting to know you! Dream Bold Dr. George McNulty President 2 (L-R seated) William Malloy , John Lupino, Susan Beals (L-R standing) Eric Fitting, Thomas Brown, Robert Burchell and Tim Kolesar B O A R D O F T R U S T E E S Board Members Term Expires JOHN LUPINO, Chairperson ................................................................................................................................................ December 31, 2026 WILLIAM MALLOY, Vice-Chairperson ............................................................................................................................. December 31, 2024 SUSAN BEALS, Secretary...................................................................................................................................................... December 31, 2022 TIMOTHY KOLESAR, Treasurer ........................................................................................................................................ December 31, 2022 THOMAS BROWN, Trustee.......................................................................................................................................... ........ December 31, 2026 ROBERT BURCHELL, Trustee............................................................................................................................................ December 31, 2022 ERIC FITTING, Trustee ........................................................................................................................................................ December 31, 2024 A D M I N I S T R A T I O N – EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE GEORGE MCNULTY ......................................................................................................................................................................... President ERIK GUENARD.................................................................................................................. ......................Vice President of Business Services DAVID DARROW .................................................................................................................................... Vice President of Academic Services A C C R E D I T A T I O N Gogebic Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), visit hlcommission.org or call (800) 621-7440. Accreditation can be reviewed upon request in the Office of the President. 3 QUALITY ASSURANCE POLICY Gogebic Community College is committed to providing an environment in which its students can be confident of receiving the highest quality instructional programs. Recognizing its responsibilities, Gogebic Community College offers assurance to its students, prospective employers, and transfer institutions that graduates shall have the basis for competent performance in their degree or certificate area. The college has articulation agreements with a number of Michigan institutions. These agreements guarantee the transferability of the associate degree and of specific courses within the curriculum. Students following the direction of college advisors are assured of maximal transferability of earned credits. Gogebic Community College will refund the tuition of any GCC graduate for any transfer course passed at GCC with a "C" grade* if that earned course credit does not transfer to an accredited college or university in which the student enrolls within two years of graduation from GCC. Such classes must be listed as transferable on GCC's listing of transfer courses in the Vice President of Student Services’ Office. Non-transferring students who earn a degree or certificate with a "C" average or better can be expected to perform competently in the area in which they were instructed. Any employer who views a Gogebic Community College graduate as not possessing appropriate entry-level skills and can specify such deficiencies may request remediation. The student will be permitted to retake a specified course or courses without an additional tuition charge. The college recognizes that unused skills decay rapidly. The assurances offered herein are made for individuals who gain employment within a year of receiving a degree or certificate. * A grade of "C" minus may not qualify. T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S GENERAL INFORMATION Instructional Programs ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Information/Correspondence Directory .............................................................................................................................................................. 8 History, Mission, and Philosophy ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Accreditation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 CAMPUS FACILITIES Classrooms, Laboratories, Offices ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Erickson Academic Building ............................................................................................................................................................................. 9 Library (The Alex D. Chisholm Learning Resources Center) .......................................................................................................................... 10 Kleimola Technical Center .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10 Academic Choices, Enrichment, and Success Center (ACES) ......................................................................................................................... 10 Bookstore ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Solin Center for Business Education ................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Lindquist Student and Conference Center ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 Mt. Zion Recreational Complex ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Campus Suites Student Housing......................................................................................................................................................................