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.
Artist shows Seminole culture and traditions are ‘not relics of the past’
Alum aims to connect next generation with their Indigenous roots...
UPD’s Pink Patch Project supports breast cancer research
The University Police Department at FGCU hopes the campus community will help “put the cuffs on cancer” this month by...
Alum gains following advocating for and inspiring those with disabilities
Like a lot of folks, Chelsea Bear posts pictures and videos of everyday life on Instagram. Beach walks, travel adventures,...
Hospitality students check in for guidance from retired Ritz-Carlton exec
Ed Staros brings wisdom of 48 years in industry to role as school’s executive-in-residence...
FGCU opens Lucas Hall – a home for entrepreneurs
Florida Gulf Coast University’s newest structure is a 27,000-square-foot, three-story paradise for the entrepreneurial minded. It officially opened Tuesday. A...
Music grad scores national award for young composers
ASCAP Foundation honors writers ‘taking concert music in new and exciting directions’...
Alum’s TikToks inspire fellow teachers, attract following
Classroom hacks and Cricut crafts earn millions of views...
It’s not business as usual for School of Resort & Hospitality Management
With move to Lutgert College, program promotes a higher degree of business acumen...
Panel discussion, cookout planned to celebrate Juneteenth
Holiday marks Black Americans’ emancipation from slavery...
Chemistry lab developing a formula for student success
‘Our goal is to resolve real-world issues,’ Mirjafari says...
New grad from Myanmar exemplifies The FGCU Effect
Grateful for opportunities, she gave back by serving as a tutor and mentor...
