Parents. Purpose. Impact.
The GCSU Parent Leadership Council (PLC) is a select group of parent leaders who serve as advocates and ambassadors for Georgia College & State University. Through their voices, experiences, connections and support, PLC members are vital to the growth and well-being of GCSU and help strengthen the student experience and advance the future of the university.
The PLC was formed during the 2016–2017 academic year and has been instrumental in supporting the recruitment and retention of students at GCSU. We are proud and honored to have these dedicated parents serve on the PLC, helping ensure that their own students and each of their GCSU classmates receive a premier education and graduate prepared to succeed.
Our Five Pillars
Innovate
Help shape what's next.
PLC members bring their experiences, ideas and perspectives to GCSU. Through conversations with university leaders and fellow parent leaders, members have opportunities to share feedback, offer ideas and help shape initiatives that enhance the student and family experience.
Ways You Can Make an Impact
- Share ideas and feedback with GCSU leaders
- Participate in PLC meetings and discussions
- Offer your professional expertise, talents or resources
- Share a parent perspective on upcoming initiatives
- Identify opportunities to improve the family experience
DISTINGUISH
Tell the GCSU story.
Our parents are some of GCSU's greatest ambassadors. PLC members share their personal experiences with prospective students, families and school counselors, helping others discover what makes GCSU special.
Ways You Can Make an Impact
- Talk with prospective students and parents about your GCSU experience
- Call prospective families who are considering GCSU
- Share your positive GCSU experience with your child's high school counselor
- Attend regional information and welcome receptions
- Answer questions from families considering GCSU
EMPOWER
Help students & families feel supported.
PLC members help create a connected community where students and families feel informed, welcomed and supported. By sharing their experiences and serving as a resource for other families, PLC members help strengthen the network surrounding every Bobcat.
Ways You Can Make an Impact
- Welcome newly admitted students and their families
- Serve as a resource for prospective and current parents
- Share your experiences and lessons learned
- Help families feel connected to the GCSU community
- Encourage students and families throughout their GCSU journey
ENGAGE
Build meaningful connections.
The PLC creates opportunities for parents to connect with fellow families, university leaders and the broader GCSU community. Members share their time, talents and experiences while becoming active participants in the life of the university.
Ways You Can Make an Impact
- Attend PLC meetings
- Connect with fellow parent leaders
- Participate in Family Weekend and other GCSU events
- Volunteer your time and talents
- Stay connected with GCSU initiatives and opportunities
ADVANCE
Invest in the future of GCSU.
PLC members help move GCSU forward through advocacy, engagement and philanthropic support. Gifts through the PLC directly impact the student experience by supporting programs, facilities and opportunities that help our students thrive.
Ways You Can Make an Impact
- Make an annual gift at a level meaningful to your family
- Support initiatives that enhance the student experience
- Create a lasting legacy at GCSU
A gift of $1,500 or more also provides membership in the GCSU President's Circle.
YOUR VOICE. YOUR EXPERIENCE. YOUR IMPACT.
As a PLC member, you may wonder what you can offer. The answer is simple: your voice matters. Your presence in your community, your experiences as a GCSU parent and your willingness to share your love for Georgia College may be one of the greatest contributions you can make. Whether you make a phone call, attend a reception, share your GCSU story or simply answer a parent's question, your voice can make a lasting difference. You may never know the impact of one conversation, one connection or one story. But together, our voices help shape the future of GCSU.
IMAGINE 2030
The PLC's five pillars align with GCSU's Imagine 2030 strategic plan.