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.
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...
Clock ticking down for Midnight Madness
Men’s and women’s teams mingle with fans Oct. 27 at Dunk City After Dark rally to be shown on ESPN3....
Clock ticking down for Dunk City After Dark
Men’s and women’s teams mingle with fans Oct. 27 at Midnight Madness rally to be shown on ESPN3....
Wind Orchestra concert marks milestone
Program Sept. 25 at Artis-Naples celebrates a seminal event by re-creating first concert performed by student ensembles....
More honors for FGCU’s civic engagement
Florida Campus Compact recognizes outstanding individuals, names university a finalist for Engaged Campus of the Year....
College of Ed festival promotes literacy
Oct. 7 event features authors of children’s and young-adult literature and engages area schoolchildren....
Think globally: Attend annual International Reception
Sept. 16 event welcomes students and scholars from all over the world who are studying this year at FGCU, celebrates...
FGCU partners with Raise.me for scholarships
Eligible Florida high school students can now earn up to $2,500 per year in micro-scholarships for completing challenging courses and...
Research on thinking and activity goes viral
Are idle people smarter? Professor’s study finds students who prefer not to cogitate tend to be more physically active than...