Adult learners take advantage of opportunities to grow at FGCU
Allen and Cindy Hawthorne moved to Estero in 2021 to savor the sun in the Sunshine State after years in...
FGCU study measures impact of Immokalee college prep program
Learn how an FGCU study documented the success of the Guadalupe Center’s college prep program for Immokalee youth....
Expanded study abroad programs enrich learning experience
Florida Gulf Coast University is making it easier than ever for students to have international learning experiences. Internships, short-term trips,...
Sharing her own story empowers alum to advocate for mental health
Kelly Maguire’s journey to becoming a mental health advocate started in 2018 when she heard Lady Gaga’s mother, Cynthia Germanotta,...
Professor receives national honor for work to better lives of crime survivors
Sandra Pavelka, professor of political science and public administration at Florida Gulf Coast University, received national recognition for helping marginalized and underserved youth, including crime...
Largest grant in FGCU history expected to improve job outlook in SW Florida
More than 1,000 residents of Southwest Florida are expected to land new or better-paying jobs after receiving fast-tracked training and...
Research team helping create digital archive of local island’s history
Like most people who grew up in Lee County, Florida Gulf Coast University senior Hailey Kerr dug her toes into...
Global Medical Brigades makes a world of difference
After spring finals ended in May, most students kicked back for a post-semester breather or headed home for summer jobs....
WGCU helps journalism students get the scoop on media work
The first time journalism student Samantha Roesler intended to cover a government meeting, she attended a city council meeting in...
Alumna of Distinction has been pushing the envelope for years
An award is a tangible recognition of how the past influences the future. FGCU’s annual Alumni of Distinction Award is...
Environmental educators emphasize strength of localizing lessons
Planting the seeds of environmental stewardship in a child’s consciousness early can reap lifelong benefits. That’s why a team from...