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.
FGCU developing as regional hub for the autism community
When Annemarie Connor utters the phrase “our college students with autism” in conversation, it usually elicits a look that says,...
Alumni pair up to provide lifeline to families struggling with autism
After Amy Richardson’s daughter, Olivia, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder about eight years ago, the Cape Coral mom scoured...
Outstanding graduates inducted into FGCU Hall of Fame
In April 2020, Samantha Nelson was named president of FGCU’s Programming Board , which oversees signature events such as EagleFest and Winter...
Aspiring chef turns up heat in the kitchen and on the court
Kierra “Kiki” Adams may wield a competitive edge over her peers when she follows her dream into the heated atmosphere...
Golisano Foundation awards $1 million grant to FGCU’s Community Autism Network
A $1 million Golisano Foundation grant to the Community Autism Network at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) will advance initiatives...
Lee residents eligible for free career-readiness programs at FGCU
Lee County residents are now eligible for scholarships and tuition assistance to earn micro-credentials at Florida Gulf Coast University. This...
Music and nature harmonize April 29 in the Food Forest
The Music Forest features 40 performers among the trees to mark Arbor Day ...
Eagle Radio Music Festival rocks the lawn March 31
Riley Stewart enjoys performing at the Eagle Radio Music Festival so much that he jokes he would pay to play...
Piano professor and protégé play Carnegie Hall on March 21
Concert to feature piano duets they recorded at FGCU...
A year in Uzbekistan inspires FGCU’s 3rd Fulbright recipient
While exploring new countries and cultures, travelers don’t just absorb history, taste exotic food and rub elbows with the locals....
Fun-filled FGCU Day kicks off 25th anniversary festivities
Public invited to join campus community Feb. 12 for more than 150 free activities...
Professor’s biotechnology consulting bears fruit in Africa
Griffis helping farmers in Malawi battling banana virus that decimated industry...