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Most FGCU students would belong to what is called the “born-free” generation in South Africa — those who came after the end of the oppressive apartheid system of racial segregation and discrimination that ruled the country from 1948 until 1991, when President F.W. deKlerk’s government instituted reforms and repeals intended to end the oppression. Yet…
For a school that’s barely 20, Florida Gulf Coast University has solidified some notable traditions. One is the annual celebration of distinguished FGCU graduates at Homecoming. Six alumni were added to the roll of honorees Friday, Feb. 16. “Tonight, we honor a select group of FGCU graduates who have distinguished themselves in their careers, in their personal…
Florida Gulf Coast University’s family tree of successful alums branches throughout the world, but there’s something special about homegrown talent that stays close to The Nest. Consider Angela Kunkle (’04, Communication). She’s about as invested in FGCU as one can be — she went to school here, met her husband here, was married by a…
In an effort to increase four-year graduation rates and improve overall student outcomes, Florida Gulf Coast University President Michael Martin, Ph.D., introduced a major initiative Wednesday, creating a new approach to student success and enrollment management. “Our Student Success – Enrollment Management Initiative will change the way we do business at FGCU through a redesigned…
In the spirit of her dedication to reusing and recycling, FGCU student Carly Bergman is rebooting #FuturisticFebruary. A year ago, the environmental science major launched the hashtag with a call to her peers to save recyclable aluminum cans, plastic bottles and other items for the entire month and post a picture of the accumulated materials on…
This year’s Crossroads of Art and Science resident artist Wendy Wischer partnered with FGCU faculty and students to create original digital works and new, permanent artwork on campus based on their six months of research and collaboration. The Utah artist’s digital creations are on display in the Arts Complex’s Wasmer Art Gallery in “Wendy Wischer:…
Florida Gulf Coast University’s on-campus housing is among the best in America, according to the website Niche. The educational data aggregator’s “2018 Best College Dorms in America” list ranks FGCU as the only public institution in the top 10. Rice University, High Point University and Washington University in St. Louis also made the list. In…
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February 22, 2024
