Galveston College in the News

Galveston College Student Success Advisor and Mental Health Coordinator, Denysse Guzman, left, and GC Faculty Coordinator for Psychology and Sociology Kavica Williams, Ph.D., pose in the college’s Atrium on the main campus in Galveston.

Galveston College recognized for commitment to student mental health and student success

June 23, 2026

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Galveston College announced Matt Gardner as the next head coach of the Whitecaps baseball program.

Galveston College names Matt Gardner baseball head coach

June 22, 2026

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The Galveston College Law Enforcement Academy Cadet Class #16(D) received their certificates on May 27, 2026, during a graduation ceremony at the college's Seibel Wing.

GC honors Law Enforcement Academy Cadet Class #39(N)

June 4, 2026

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Galveston College Head Softball Coach Kelly Raines leads the Whitecaps during a rally held in their honor by GC faculty, staff, students and parents, on May 13, 2026, at the college’s main campus in Galveston as the team prepares to leave for the NJCAA Division I Region 14 Tournament in Houston.

GC softball coach Kelly Raines surpasses 800 career victories

June 1, 2026

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The Galveston College Law Enforcement Academy Cadet Class #16(D) received their certificates on May 27, 2026, during a graduation ceremony at the college's Seibel Wing.

GC recognizes Law Enforcement Academy Cadet Class #16(D)

May 28, 2026

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Members of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees and Galveston College Board of Regents attended a ceremonial signing for a new $50,000 maritime scholarship endowment agreement at the port’s scholarship benefit luncheon on May 22, 2026. Pictured from left: seated, GC President Myles Shelton, Ed.D., and Port Director and CEO Rodger Rees; standing, Wharves Board Trustee Willie Gonzalez, GC Regent Karen Flowers, GC Board Chairperson Carolyn Sunseri, GC Board Secretary Michael Hughes, Wharves Board Chairman Jeff Patterson, GC Regent Armin Cantini, Wharves Board Trustee Sheila Lidstone, and GC Regent Mary Longoria.

Galveston Wharves establishes Galveston College Endowment for Maritime, Trade scholarships

May 28, 2026

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From left to right, Galveston College Director of Educational Services Elvia Segura, GC Professional Nurse Aide Trainer Peggy O’Neal, GC Dual Credit program student Jesse Alexander, and GC Student Success Advisor for Dual Credit Alisha McCracken.

Galveston College honors Outstanding Spring 2026 Dual Credit student, faculty

May 21, 2026

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Galveston College players honored with All-Region, All-Conference recognition

Galveston College players honored with All-Region, All-Conference recognition

May 21, 2026

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Second from right, GC Radiation Therapy program student Ariel Goerner is part of the Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists 2026 Student to Leadership Development program.

GC Radiation Therapy program students excel

May 20, 2026

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Galveston College Dual Credit Cosmetology program students pose with their SkillsUSA State Competition ribbons at the college's Charlie Thomas Family Applied Technology Center (ATC) in Galveston.

GC Cosmetology students earn honors at SkillsUSA State Competition

May 20, 2026

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Galveston College regents appoint Tracee Watts as new president

Galveston College regents appoint Tracee Watts as new president

May 13, 2026

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Galveston College freshman pitcher Daphne Utajara winds up to throw the ball during a doubleheader against San Jacinto College-South on May 6, 2026, at the Lassie League Complex’s Carter Field in Galveston.

Galveston College opens regional tournament against Trinity Valley Community College

May 12, 2026

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Galveston College sophomore shortstop Alayna Davis covers second base during the Whitecaps’ regular-season finale against San Jacinto College-South on May 6, 2026, at the Lassie League Complex’s Carter Field in Galveston.

Whitecaps earn No. 4 seed in regional tournament

May 11, 2026

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Galveston College President W. Myles Shelton, Ed.D., hands a GC graduate their diploma during one of two commencement ceremonies held by the college on May 7, 2026, at the Galveston Island Convention Center.

GC holds record-setting graduation ceremonies

May 11, 2026

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Galveston College President W. Myles Shelton, Ed.D., center, holds the Golden Eagle Award presented to him by the Scouting America Bay Area Council on May 5, 2026, during the Galveston Friends of Scouting Distinguished Citizen Breakfast at Moody Gardens in Galveston. From left to right, GC Regents Armin Cantini and Michael B. Hughes, Dr. Shelton’s wife, Gail Shelton, Dr. Shelton, GC Board of Regents Chairperson Carolyn L. Sunseri, and GC Regents Mary R. Longoria and Karen F. Flowers.

Galveston College president receives prestigious Golden Eagle Award for lifetime of Scouting service

May 6, 2026

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