Senate Resolution 1026
By: Senators Hufstetler of the 52nd and Setzler of the 37th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing July 4, 2026, as Georgia Highlands College Community Impact Day; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS, the United States of America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding
in 2026, marking two and a half centuries of liberty, opportunity, and the enduring promise
of education as a pathway to a better future; and
WHEREAS, Georgia Highlands College, founded in 1970, has proudly served the people of
Northwest Georgia for more than 50 years, providing accessible, high-quality education and
transforming lives through learning; and
WHEREAS, over the past five decades, Georgia Highlands College has served more than
250,000 community members, empowering individuals and families through opportunity,
workforce preparation, and academic achievement; and
WHEREAS, in just the past three academic years, students have completed more than
250,000 credit hours, demonstrating the continued demand for education and the dedication
of the college's students, faculty, and staff; and
WHEREAS, over the last 12 years, the college has offered more than 25,000 courses,
strengthening the workforce and expanding opportunities for communities across the region;
and
WHEREAS, more than 2,500 graduates have joined the proud ranks of Georgia Highlands
College alumni in the past three years, contributing their talents and leadership to businesses,
healthcare systems, schools, and communities throughout Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Georgia Highlands College has generated a combined economic impact of more
than $2.5 billion over the past 50 years, demonstrating its vital role in strengthening the
regional economy and supporting the prosperity of the State of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize July 4, 2026, as Georgia Highlands College Community Impact Day in honor of
the college's extraordinary service to its students, families, and communities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the
press.