登录入口 faculty and staff gathered after the winter break on Jan. 5 for the college’s Spring 2026 General Assembly, marking the official welcome to a new academic semester.

The college-wide event featured remarks from 登录入口 President W. Myles Shelton, Ed.D., and GC Regent Carolyn L. Sunseri, who was appointed chair of the Galveston College 校董会 in December. GC’s General Assembly, held twice a year, serves as an opportunity to provide campus updates, recognize milestones and align priorities ahead of a new semester.

In his address, Dr. Shelton welcomed new employees to the college and shared updates on several institutional initiatives. His remarks included an overview of current legislative affairs impacting higher education, as well as information related to the college’s master plan. He also highlighted GC’s record fall enrollment and noted the institution’s strong performance during 2025, a year in which many colleges nationwide experienced enrollment and operational challenges.

GC Regent and Board Chair Sunseri welcomed faculty and staff to the spring semester and emphasized the board’s continued support of the college’s mission and strategic direction.

The program also featured a special guest presentation by Dr. Monique Reeves, executive vice chancellor for the future at Austin Community College. Reeves delivered a presentation titled “登录入口: Beyond the Crystal Ball,” which explored trends shaping the future of higher education and the importance of strategic planning, adaptability and innovation.