For the second time in its history, Florida Community College at Jacksonville has decided to change its name.
The college has gone through a few name changes over the years. In 1965, it was found as Florida Junior College at Jacksonville. In 1986, the name was changed to Florida Community College at Jacksonville.
However, this time, the change is part of the school's mission.
On Tuesday, officials unveiled the new name -- The Florida State College at Jacksonville.
Officials said they hope to start expanding school's curriculum and will eventually offer more bachelor's programs. There are seven currently in place.
They said the goal of the change is to help students and the community.
"This is one of the biggest days in the college's history," said FCCJ President Dr. Steven Wallace. "As a state college we'll have an expanded opportunity to serve our community, particularly the economic development interest of our community. Our community college mission will remain in tact -- open access, affordability -- but as a state college we'll be able to offer a much broader array of bachelor's degrees."
About 80,000 students currently take advantage FCCJ's four campuses and different programs.
"I think it was be better to add more classes and more degrees. The name is good -- Florida State College at Jacksonville," said student Dhrumin Patel.
"I think it's great because … it will offer more opportunity to more people. I think it's great," said student Stephanie Duroseau.
If approved by the state Legislature, the college will start using the new name in the summer.
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