Mission:

Gogebic Community College exists to provide educational and enrichment opportunities for its students and the surrounding communities in the College service region.

History:

In 1930, an inspired group of school board members, school administrators and educationally minded citizens gathered to shape the foundation for a junior community college in Ironwood. With the approval and support of district citizens, the Ironwood Junior College was first formed as part of the Ironwood Public Schools in 1932. In 1965, the community further endorsed the development of the Gogebic Community College District of Gogebic County.

As enrollments grew, the college was determined to replace its facilities on the third floor of L.L. Wright High School with a comprehensive campus. The City of Ironwood donated 150 acres near Mt. Zion, and with a gift of 90 acres and the purchase of 20 additional acres, the campus site was established in 1966.

The Rutger Erickson Liberal Arts Center was completed and occupied in February, 1970. This general core academic building was constructed to become a focal point for future campus buildings. In the fall of 1973, the Carl Kleimola Technical Center was built to accommodate GCC's expanding career programs.

In 1991, the Jacob Solin Center for Business Education was constructed adjoining the existing campus buildings. This center houses Business Education and Computer Science Programs, the Economic Development, Community Services, and Continuing Education Offices, and GCC's information management system operations. The Solin Center's advanced multimedia systems and highly integrated computer networks provide GCC students with leading-edge learning experiences essential for success in an increasingly technical work place.

The David G. Lindquist Student Center was opened during the fall semester of 1993, expanding educational, social, cultural, and recreational opportunities for the students and the community.