The Florida House of Representatives has passed a resolution recognizing and commending Santa Fe College on its 60th anniversary. Established in 1965 by the Florida Legislature, the college has significantly expanded access to higher education in North Central Florida. It has received national accolades for its excellence, including the prestigious Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence in 2015, which identified it as the top community college in the United States. Additionally, Santa Fe College has been acknowledged for its support of military veterans, ranking highly in both state and national assessments.

The resolution highlights Santa Fe College's impressive achievements, such as being a leading institution for student transfers to the University of Florida and receiving the Carnegie Classification for increased student access and graduate success. The House of Representatives commends the college's faculty, staff, administrators, trustees, foundation, and alumni for their dedication to educational excellence, workforce development, community engagement, and the overall success of their students.