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It’s Time to Come Home, Eagles!

Homecoming 2026 is your chance to reconnect with FGCU and celebrate the pride of being an Eagle. Join fellow alumni Feb. 16-22 for a week filled with exciting events — from athletic games and live music to creative gatherings and community celebrations.

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Master's Programs

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A degree from FGCU is within your financial reach. One of the best values in U.S. higher education – FGCU has not increased tuition in eleven years.

Get an incredible education at an exceptional value. In fact, 62% of FGCU students graduate with zero debt.

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Events

CRUMBS: IZZY BAQUERIZO AND CHLOE LEWIS

Feb 03 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Arts Complex Lobby Windows Crumbs is a window installation that offers a glimpse into Girl Feast (Wa

JAZZ COMBO CONCERT: NEW COMPOSITIONS

Feb 03 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

The FGCU Jazz Combo will compose and perform new works based on the artwork of Onajide Shabaka’s exhibit

THE TREES KNOW PUBLIC ART PROJECT

Feb 04 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Cohen Student Union & Sugden Hall Thoroughfare Faculty: Hannah Harley, Assistant Professor

BECOMING TOMORROW’S DREAM EXHIBITION

Feb 04 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Can we bring a place out of obscurity and expose it to renewed scrutiny? A promising starting point is to delv

BRIAN YATES AND SELECTIONS

Feb 04 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: Behind University Archives & Special Collections in the Wilson G. Bradshaw Library Works from th

AI AND THE FUTURE OF CREATIVITY

Feb 05 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Artificial intelligence is changing how we make and create — from art and music to writing and design &#

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Read about FGCU alumni, programs and community partners shaping Southwest Florida’s tomorrow. Watch our latest promotional video, and learn how you can engage with the university.

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