Drew Sterwald writes about university programs, faculty, students and alumni for FGCU360.com and other marketing and communications materials. A longtime Florida resident, he joined FGCU in 2011 with 25 years of experience as a newspaper reporter, photographer, editor and designer. He earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
Young professionals raise money for scholarships
Great Gatsby Gala Oct. 22 to support endowed fund for students who have overcome adversity....
Institute receives Schulze grant for veterans’ program
$40,000 will help support entrepreneurs who develop the best plans to launch or expand a small business....
Grant supports veterans’ entrepreneurship program
Deadline is Dec. 1 to apply for second round of free 15-week business course....
Oxford grad shows how high Eagles fly
FGCU alumnus completes master’s in global governance and diplomacy at elite English university....
$1.2 million grant fosters college aspirations
5-year U.S. Department of Education award will fund activities to help middle and high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds make...
Scholar lectures on right-wing politics and religion
Sociologist’s latest book explores movements — many fueled by religious beliefs — that call for rebellion against the U.S. government....
Artists explore home life in joint exhibit
Duo delves into emotional and psychological repercussions in show opening Thursday, Oct. 6 at Main Gallery....
Classes, research activity emerging at ETI
FGCU’s newest institute generating collaboration in fields such as entrepreneurship, technology and genetics....
Empty Bowls celebrates the art of giving
For 10 years, FGCU’s annual Empty Bowls Soup Lunch has helped make sure hungry people have food. And we’re not...
Sustainability initiatives earn statewide kudos
FGCU received the 2016 Sustainable Florida Best Practices Award for its commitment to sustainability in operations and academics....
Tuition rebate aims to inspire students to soar in 4
Even with scholarships and two years of prepaid tuition, Danielle Christy knew she couldn’t afford to become a “super senior,”...
Presidential search on track for Dec. 9 decision
The next president of Florida Gulf Coast University is expected to be named in early December, pending confirmation by the...