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.
Support our Wind Orchestra’s trip to Carnegie Hall
Concert, crowd-funding website raising money to help musicians pay for New York trip....
Intern experiences politics on Capitol Hill
Combination of economics and journalism studies made Nina Barbero a good fit for a congressional internship....
24 Hour Festival keeps participants on their toes
Completed artworks will be displayed, screened or performed during the festival showcase Saturday, Sept. 12....
Library exhibit showcases rescued Ukrainian art
Collector hoped to preserve part of his homeland’s cultural history after the demise of the Soviet Union....
Coding camp aims to inspire young programmers
Math faculty organizes program’s debut with support from Arthrex....
Alum cultivates expertise in edible landscaping
Successful entrepreneur and designer of FGCU’s Food Forest featured in The News-Press....
Teachers get intensive STEM training at FGCU
By training educators how to teach STEM subjects better, FGCU and Project Lead the Way help ensure that more students...
No joke: Philosophy prof competes in comedy benefit
Proceeds will support children’s services at SalusCare, the region’s largest provider of treatment for individuals with mental health and substance-use...
Student ‘Virus Hunters’ publish research in peer journal
Publication reflects how faculty and students contribute to scientific knowledge and understanding of common viruses....
Frog Watch volunteers listen to call of the wild
Rainy season research sheds light on status of amphibians and environment....
Artists use new methods, materials to reduce toxic risks
The importance of artists’ safety is as foundational as a coat of primer throughout FGCU’s art programs....
Professor offers tips for contemplative living
Individuals need to figure out which practice works best for them....