Academic Affairs Events

Azul’s Attire is an initiative by the Florida Gulf Coast University Career Development Services office to provide students with the resources necessary to professionally present themselves during the job and internship search process. This program is grounded on the perceived need of FGCU students based on student financial aid data, information regarding food insecurity in the Southwest Florida region, and anecdotal accounts from students. 

Please join us as we celebrate the grand opening of this new initiative.

FGCU MATHLETES CIRCLE PRESENT
 
Event: AMC Day Presentation - Mathemagic And The Path To Your College Dream  
Presenters: Prof. Yusnier Viera (Guinness World Record Holder)
 
Description: Please join us with the inaugural AMC lecture by Prof. Yusnier Viera who is known as the Cuban American mental calculator. He is also known as "The Human Calendar" for his Guinness world record on calendar dates. Prof Viera will give an insight into Mathemagic and the path to your college dream. The lecture is intended for middle school students, teachers, and parents, but all are welcome. A FREE virtual event open to the public.
 
Date & Time: Saturday, January 22nd at 1 pm (through Zoom)
 
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
 
Pre-Registration Page: https://www.fgcu.edu/cas/departments/math/mathletes/amc#Prof-Viera-tag 
Pre-registration is required.
 
Contact: Tanya Huffman and Menaka Navaratna 

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Virtual FRAC 2022. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvc-6vrj8oGdEHjItbZcEWxrrltmDqeHb3

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development & Soaring Eagle Academy at FGCU invites you to a presentation on:
Universal Design: Best Practices for Supporting Students with Intellectual Disability

With Guest Presenter, Dr. Louise “Danie” Roberts-Dahm
In this session, faculty will learn the principles of Universal Design and strategies for implementation to best support students with Intellectual Disability.
 
This workshop will take place virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, January 26^th from 11:00a-12:00p.

Click here to register!

LACES OF LOVE:  New Shoes for Kids In Need
 
Through years of support from the FGCU community, Laces of Love has been able to provide new shoes to kids in need at schools across SWFL.  In fact, nearly 15,000 pairs of shoes are given out each year!
 
As in previous years, Laces of Love will continue to be the nonprofit of focus during Homecoming 2022 and we are encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to get involved.  If you enjoy meaningful competitions, we encourage you to create and register a team - then start collecting new pairs of kids shoes.  The team with the most donated shoes wins.
 
Special prize packs from Cabot Cheese will be awarded in the following categories:

• Faculty/Staff Team that donates the most shoes

• Student Team that donates the most shoes

• Individual that donates the most shoes

 
Register your team here by Friday, January 28, 2022, to be considered for prizes:  https://forms.gle/LEFzAD131XnLrfpk6
 
Team donation drop-offs should be made (all at once/together) at the Soaring With Service event on the Library Lawn, Feb. 10, 2022, 10am-1pm (or any time prior to Feb. 10th in McTarnaghan Hall 229 - Office of Service-Learning & Civic Engagement).
 
Shoes should be new and all "school age" sizes are needed from K through 12.  There is a much higher need for boys shoes than girls shoes; however, all donations are welcome.  If interested, monetary donations can be received at the Soaring With Service event directly to Laces of Love with each $25 gift being counted as a pair of shoes toward your team's total.
 
Questions?  Please contact Justin Fitzgerald, jfitzgerald@fgcu.edu, Director of Service-Learning & Civic Engagement.

LACES OF LOVE:  New Shoes for Kids In Need
 
Through years of support from the FGCU community, Laces of Love has been able to provide new shoes to kids in need at schools across SWFL.  In fact, nearly 15,000 pairs of shoes are given out each year!
 
As in previous years, Laces of Love will continue to be the nonprofit of focus during Homecoming 2022 and we are encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to get involved.  If you enjoy meaningful competitions, we encourage you to create and register a team - then start collecting new pairs of kids shoes.  The team with the most donated shoes wins.
 
Special prize packs from Cabot Cheese will be awarded in the following categories:

• Faculty/Staff Team that donates the most shoes

• Student Team that donates the most shoes

• Individual that donates the most shoes

 
Register your team here by Friday, January 28, 2022, to be considered for prizes:  https://forms.gle/LEFzAD131XnLrfpk6
 
Team donation drop-offs should be made (all at once/together) at the Soaring With Service event on the Library Lawn, Feb. 10, 2022, 10am-1pm (or any time prior to Feb. 10th in McTarnaghan Hall 229 - Office of Service-Learning & Civic Engagement).
 
Shoes should be new and all "school age" sizes are needed from K through 12.  There is a much higher need for boys shoes than girls shoes; however, all donations are welcome.  If interested, monetary donations can be received at the Soaring With Service event directly to Laces of Love with each $25 gift being counted as a pair of shoes toward your team's total.
 
Questions?  Please contact Justin Fitzgerald, jfitzgerald@fgcu.edu, Director of Service-Learning & Civic Engagement.

Communities in Transition proposal link: https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/cit2022

Link for submissions: 
https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/fgcuwritingawards_2021_22

For more information, visit www.fgcu.edu/arthrexday

The Lucas Center for Faculty Development & the Global Engagement Office is excited to announce that Dr. Alessandra Romano, a visiting scholar from the University of Siena, Italy will be at Florida Gulf Coast University conducting research the month of January.

• Tuesday, January 18th from 2:00p-3:30p  - Transformative Teaching & Learning in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Friday, January 21st from 2:00p-3:30p - Methods to Promote Critical Reflective Thinking in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Wednesday, January 26th from 3:30p-5:00p - Facilitating Teaching with the Adult Brain in Mind

Click here to register

• Monday, January 31st from 3:00p-4:30p - Transformative Listening Protocol: A Tool to Enhance Authentic Listening in Classroom

Click here to register

The Lucas Center for Faculty Development & the Global Engagement Office is excited to announce that Dr. Alessandra Romano, a visiting scholar from the University of Siena, Italy will be at Florida Gulf Coast University conducting research the month of January.

• Tuesday, January 18th from 2:00p-3:30p  - Transformative Teaching & Learning in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Friday, January 21st from 2:00p-3:30p - Methods to Promote Critical Reflective Thinking in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Wednesday, January 26th from 3:30p-5:00p - Facilitating Teaching with the Adult Brain in Mind

Click here to register

• Monday, January 31st from 3:00p-4:30p - Transformative Listening Protocol: A Tool to Enhance Authentic Listening in Classroom

Click here to register

The Lucas Center for Faculty Development & the Global Engagement Office is excited to announce that Dr. Alessandra Romano, a visiting scholar from the University of Siena, Italy will be at Florida Gulf Coast University conducting research the month of January.

• Tuesday, January 18th from 2:00p-3:30p  - Transformative Teaching & Learning in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Friday, January 21st from 2:00p-3:30p - Methods to Promote Critical Reflective Thinking in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Wednesday, January 26th from 3:30p-5:00p - Facilitating Teaching with the Adult Brain in Mind

Click here to register

• Monday, January 31st from 3:00p-4:30p - Transformative Listening Protocol: A Tool to Enhance Authentic Listening in Classroom

Click here to register

The Lucas Center for Faculty Development & the Global Engagement Office is excited to announce that Dr. Alessandra Romano, a visiting scholar from the University of Siena, Italy will be at Florida Gulf Coast University conducting research the month of January.

• Tuesday, January 18th from 2:00p-3:30p  - Transformative Teaching & Learning in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Friday, January 21st from 2:00p-3:30p - Methods to Promote Critical Reflective Thinking in Higher Education

Click here to register

• Wednesday, January 26th from 3:30p-5:00p - Facilitating Teaching with the Adult Brain in Mind

Click here to register

• Monday, January 31st from 3:00p-4:30p - Transformative Listening Protocol: A Tool to Enhance Authentic Listening in Classroom

Click here to register

The Lucas Center & Lucas Faculty Fellow, John Roth invite you to join us for:
Spring Adjunct Faculty Zoom Sessions
 
Canvas | Tuesday, January 18 - 4:00p-5:00p

• Join the Instructional Designers from Digital Learning to answer your questions about Canvas & best practices in its use.

Click here to register!

 
Library Resources | Tuesday, January 25 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Rachel Cooke & other Library staff as they present how they can support your instruction with amazing resources and options.

Click here to register!

 
CAPS | Tuesday, February 1 - 10:00a-11:00a

• Join the counselors from CAPS, Dr. Jeannie Corredor & Dr. Dennis Christofferson as they share how you can access support for students through Counseling & Psychological Services.

Click here to register!

 
Student Care & Fastrack | Thursday, February 17 - 5:00p-6:00p

• Join Dr. Daniel Hoover & Joel Hoover as they explain how you can both identify students of concern in your classroom & how best to connect them to resources at FGCU through Student Care & Fastrack.

Click here to register!

 
Adaptive Services | Wednesday, February 23 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Adaptive Services for a discussion on how best to accommodate student needs.

Click here to register!

 
If the links to register are not working, go to https://fgcu.edu/lucascenter  & click, "Calendar of Events." Locate each session on its respective date to register.
The sessions will be recorded for future access to those who may not be able to Zoom in at the specific time.

The Lucas Center & Lucas Faculty Fellow, John Roth invite you to join us for:
Spring Adjunct Faculty Zoom Sessions
 
Canvas | Tuesday, January 18 - 4:00p-5:00p

• Join the Instructional Designers from Digital Learning to answer your questions about Canvas & best practices in its use.

Click here to register!

 
Library Resources | Tuesday, January 25 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Rachel Cooke & other Library staff as they present how they can support your instruction with amazing resources and options.

Click here to register!

 
CAPS | Tuesday, February 1 - 10:00a-11:00a

• Join the counselors from CAPS, Dr. Jeannie Corredor & Dr. Dennis Christofferson as they share how you can access support for students through Counseling & Psychological Services.

Click here to register!

 
Student Care & Fastrack | Thursday, February 17 - 5:00p-6:00p

• Join Dr. Daniel Hoover & Joel Hoover as they explain how you can both identify students of concern in your classroom & how best to connect them to resources at FGCU through Student Care & Fastrack.

Click here to register!

 
Adaptive Services | Wednesday, February 23 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Adaptive Services for a discussion on how best to accommodate student needs.

Click here to register!

 
If the links to register are not working, go to https://fgcu.edu/lucascenter  & click, "Calendar of Events." Locate each session on its respective date to register.
The sessions will be recorded for future access to those who may not be able to Zoom in at the specific time.

The Lucas Center & Lucas Faculty Fellow, John Roth invite you to join us for:
Spring Adjunct Faculty Zoom Sessions
 
Canvas | Tuesday, January 18 - 4:00p-5:00p

• Join the Instructional Designers from Digital Learning to answer your questions about Canvas & best practices in its use.

Click here to register!

 
Library Resources | Tuesday, January 25 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Rachel Cooke & other Library staff as they present how they can support your instruction with amazing resources and options.

Click here to register!

 
CAPS | Tuesday, February 1 - 10:00a-11:00a

• Join the counselors from CAPS, Dr. Jeannie Corredor & Dr. Dennis Christofferson as they share how you can access support for students through Counseling & Psychological Services.

Click here to register!

 
Student Care & Fastrack | Thursday, February 17 - 5:00p-6:00p

• Join Dr. Daniel Hoover & Joel Hoover as they explain how you can both identify students of concern in your classroom & how best to connect them to resources at FGCU through Student Care & Fastrack.

Click here to register!

 
Adaptive Services | Wednesday, February 23 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Adaptive Services for a discussion on how best to accommodate student needs.

Click here to register!

 
If the links to register are not working, go to https://fgcu.edu/lucascenter  & click, "Calendar of Events." Locate each session on its respective date to register.
The sessions will be recorded for future access to those who may not be able to Zoom in at the specific time.

The Lucas Center & Lucas Faculty Fellow, John Roth invite you to join us for:
Spring Adjunct Faculty Zoom Sessions
 
Canvas | Tuesday, January 18 - 4:00p-5:00p

• Join the Instructional Designers from Digital Learning to answer your questions about Canvas & best practices in its use.

Click here to register!

 
Library Resources | Tuesday, January 25 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Rachel Cooke & other Library staff as they present how they can support your instruction with amazing resources and options.

Click here to register!

 
CAPS | Tuesday, February 1 - 10:00a-11:00a

• Join the counselors from CAPS, Dr. Jeannie Corredor & Dr. Dennis Christofferson as they share how you can access support for students through Counseling & Psychological Services.

Click here to register!

 
Student Care & Fastrack | Thursday, February 17 - 5:00p-6:00p

• Join Dr. Daniel Hoover & Joel Hoover as they explain how you can both identify students of concern in your classroom & how best to connect them to resources at FGCU through Student Care & Fastrack.

Click here to register!

 
Adaptive Services | Wednesday, February 23 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Adaptive Services for a discussion on how best to accommodate student needs.

Click here to register!

 
If the links to register are not working, go to https://fgcu.edu/lucascenter  & click, "Calendar of Events." Locate each session on its respective date to register.
The sessions will be recorded for future access to those who may not be able to Zoom in at the specific time.

The Lucas Center & Lucas Faculty Fellow, John Roth invite you to join us for:
Spring Adjunct Faculty Zoom Sessions
 
Canvas | Tuesday, January 18 - 4:00p-5:00p

• Join the Instructional Designers from Digital Learning to answer your questions about Canvas & best practices in its use.

Click here to register!

 
Library Resources | Tuesday, January 25 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Rachel Cooke & other Library staff as they present how they can support your instruction with amazing resources and options.

Click here to register!

 
CAPS | Tuesday, February 1 - 10:00a-11:00a

• Join the counselors from CAPS, Dr. Jeannie Corredor & Dr. Dennis Christofferson as they share how you can access support for students through Counseling & Psychological Services.

Click here to register!

 
Student Care & Fastrack | Thursday, February 17 - 5:00p-6:00p

• Join Dr. Daniel Hoover & Joel Hoover as they explain how you can both identify students of concern in your classroom & how best to connect them to resources at FGCU through Student Care & Fastrack.

Click here to register!

 
Adaptive Services | Wednesday, February 23 - 1:00p-2:00p

• Join Adaptive Services for a discussion on how best to accommodate student needs.

Click here to register!

 
If the links to register are not working, go to https://fgcu.edu/lucascenter  & click, "Calendar of Events." Locate each session on its respective date to register.
The sessions will be recorded for future access to those who may not be able to Zoom in at the specific time.

Come join us for an exchange of sustainability ideas, and learn about the summer 2022 ISAC Academy. All Faculty, Staff, and Adjuncts are welcome.

Friday, January 28th

3—5pm

Lucas Center or Zoom

Hosted by the ISAC Steering Committee For more information, contact jpmarcolini@fgcu.edu or bhollingshead@fgcu.edu

Join the Whitaker Center for coffee,carbs, and conversations

The Multicultural and Leadership Development (MLD) Center, would like to invite you to the 2022 MLK Celebration Dinner on Wednesday, January 19^th, 2022 in the Cohen Student Union Ballroom at 6:00pm. Come join us as we honor the legacy and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Click Here to RSVP for the 2022 MLK Celebration Dinner. Space is limited. If you have any additional questions or comments, please feel free to contact toakes@fgcu.edu or call 239-745-4411.

FGCU’s Cannabis Professional Online Certificate Program starts next month and seats are filling fast. FGCU faculty, staff, and students can sign up today at a discounted rate of $1100. Payment plans are available!

For more information, visit the Cannabis Professional Online Certificate Program website.

First Year Experience & Retention Programs will be hosting author Ashlee Piper on campus on Tuesday, February 1^st at 4PM in Cohen 201.

Blues Concert Info:

• Event Title: FGCU Blues Concert

• Event Date: Wednesday, February 2, 2022

• Event Time: 6p – 8p

• Event Location: Veterans Pavilion

• Event Description: The FGCU Blues Concert will bring musical artists from Mississippi on campus for one night of Blues music. All are welcome to this completely free event. The concert will be held at the Veterans Pavilion on the Library Lawn.   

• Event Artists: These artists will be in attendance: R.L. Boyce, Sean “Bad” Apple, Little Willie Farmer and Lady Trucker.

• RSVP Info: More info on Eagle Link: FGCU Blues Concert. RSVP is not required.

• Campus Partners: MLD, the FGCU Honors College, Provost’s Office, Bower School of Music, FGCU 25^th Anniversary and Visit Clarksdale.

Blues Symposium Info:

• Event Title: FGCU Blues Symposium

• Event Date: Thursday, February 3, 2022

• Event Time: 1p – 2p

• Event Location: Cohen 213

• Event Description –Meet the musical artists who performed at FGCU Blues Concert! Enjoy an informative Q&A and learn from these talented Blues artists.

• Event Artists: These artists will be in attendance: R.L. Boyce, Sean “Bad” Apple, Little Willie Farmer and Lady Trucker.

• RSVP Info: More info on Eagle Link: FGCU Blues Symposium. RSVP is not required.

• Campus Partners: MLD, the FGCU Honors College, Provost’s Office, Bower School of Music, FGCU 25^th Anniversary and Visit Clarksdale.

Join us to watch a Ted Talk and discuss tips and tricks to turn your passion into your career! Sign up on EagleLink

Join baritone Krzysztof Biernacki and pianist Michael Baron for a masterworks recital featuring outstanding selections from 19th and 20th-century art song repertoire. Dr. Biernacki appeared in principal roles with opera companies and symphony orchestras in North America and Europe and is an accomplished recitalist performing a wide range of vocal repertoire in numerous languages. The program will include pieces by Beethoven, Liszt, Ravel, Szymanowski and Rachmaninoff. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the artist who also serves as the Director of the Bower School of Music & the Arts.

Tickets can be purchased online at fgcu.edu/concerts and are $10 for the general public or $7 for students. Please refer to the website for the most up-to-date information regarding dates, times, locations, occupancy and safety protocols.

Tuesday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Jair Zacarias Jr Piano Recital
U. Tobe Recital Hall, Music Building, FGCU
This recital is free and open to the public

Thursday, January 27 at 5:00 p.m.

Travis Somerville: Burden of Consequences artist talk and Jazz Combo performance

Wasmer Art Gallery, Arts Complex, FGCU

This event is free and open to the public

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

January 28-March 3    

Travis Somerville: Burden of Consequences

Wasmer Art Gallery, Arts Complex, FGCU

This exhibition is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries/currentseason

Dr. Myra Mendible will be will be discussing "Storytelling and War: The Politics and Poetics of Veterans' Memoirs"

This meeting will also be held virtually via Microsoft Teams: https://tinyurl.com/FGCUScholarSeries-1-26

TOPkit Workshop 2022 empowers those who manage faculty development or prepare faculty to teach online with practical tools and strategies to enhance their vocation. This year participants will enjoy the Workshop as a live virtual experience. Registrants will be invited to an informal, in-person reflection meeting in Central Orlando, FL after the Workshop. Join us as we Arise! Empower! Ignite! for what’s next within our influence. https://topkit.org/workshop/ 

Further information about the series is available at https://www.fgcu.edu/worldaffairslectures/ or by contacting liebertlectures@fgcu.edu

Further information about the series is available at https://www.fgcu.edu/worldaffairslectures/ or by contacting liebertlectures@fgcu.edu

Further information about the series is available at https://www.fgcu.edu/worldaffairslectures/ or by contacting liebertlectures@fgcu.edu

Further information about the series is available at https://www.fgcu.edu/worldaffairslectures/ or by contacting liebertlectures@fgcu.edu

From the first permanent African American settler in Fort Myers to the creation of the Lee County Black History Society, The Black Experience in Lee County has included both oppression and triumph. The rich history begins with the arrival of Nelson Tillis on Christmas Day in 1867. The arrival of Tillis and the first railroad to cross the Caloosahatchee in 1904 led to an increase in the African American population, prompting the development of segregated neighborhoods known as Safety Hill and Pinetucky. With the people as the unshakeable foundation, the institutional pillars that are known throughout the community today began to take shape. The community first sees the building of churches in the late 1800s, as well as the creation of Williams Academy in 1912. The erection of the Jones Walker Hospital would follow, along with the building of Dunbar High School in 1926. In 1946, Safety Hill would become known as Dunbar Heights to better reflect the hopes and dreams of African Americans. 

The members of the Black community worshiped, learned, assembled, organized, and shared their lives in these sacred spaces. The pride of the community, these spaces nurtured strong future business and civic leaders and fostered the growth of political, educational, spiritual, and social voices celebrated in the exhibition. Of course, there cannot be triumphs without barriers to overcome. The long history of Lee County proves time and again that the Dunbar community was resilient against segregation, prejudice, Jim Crow laws, and racial violence. The ‘human’ pillars paved the way as they ran for civic office, fought for integration and voting rights, and documented news and current events through the lens of the Black experience. 

         In the face of challenges, the Black community in Fort Myers remained resolute, becoming an example of resilience for all citizens who call Southwest Florida home. The institutional pillars featured in the exhibition continue to amplify community voices and experiences through stories of success. In partnership with the Lee County Black History Society, multi-generational resident and local historian, Jarrett Eady, and many residents who brought the history to life, the Florida Gulf Coast University Archives and Special Collections is humbled to present the 2022 Spring exhibition: The Black Experience in Lee County.

Please contact Bailey Rodgers, brodgers@fgcu.edu to schedule a class tour.
 
*The University Archives and Special Collections is located on the third floor of the University Library. We are open to the public Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm.

REGISTER NOW: https://www.fgcu.edu/cob/csce/cscp

The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) provides a comprehensive body of knowledge, best practices and standards for those in supply chain. Earning the APICS CSCP makes you a recognized expert in the supply chain field. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills.

Join our online course with an experienced instructor  February 1^st 2022 – April 14^th, 2022  (10 weeks Tuesdays/Thursday  6:00pm – 8:00pm EST)

Our certification preparation courses utilize the APICS CSCP Learning System, giving you access to the most comprehensive, effective, and up to date exam preparation tools available.

Benefits of an Instructor-Led Course:

• Learn from an experienced instructor who provides expertise, insights, and one on one guidance

• Network, share experiences, and discuss topics with a diverse group of professionals

• Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience

Preparation designed for success

In addition to the guidance you’ll receive in the classroom, you will also receive the APICS CSCP Learning System. The Learning System provides access to both printed and digital materials. The online platform also includes learning activities, a personalized study experience, microlearning, and convenient access to reading materials.

If you have any questions regarding our program, please email  scm@fgcu.edu

REGISTER TODAY: https://www.fgcu.edu/cob/csce/cscp#Programs

Register & Learn More: fgcu.edu/WednesdayWebinar

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

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The Multicultural & Leadership Development Center (MLD), an office through Campus Life, is preparing to host our inaugural 3D Symposium: Diversity, Dialogue, Design. The 3D Symposium will be an annual one-day symposium-style social justice program that serves as a learning and networking opportunity for student leaders across FGCU’s campus. 

This symposium will focus on building Champions of Change to lead and better our individual communities. Participants will gain skills to thrive regardless of society’s stigmas and current shortcomings. The conference will be held in-person on Saturday, February 19^th, 2022 in Cohen Student Union 201. 

Click Here to RSVP! The deadline to RSVP will be Tuesday, February 15, 2022 no later than 5:00 p.m.

If you have any additional questions or comments, please contact Prisca Morisma at pmorisma@fgcu.edu. Thank you for your continued support of our MLD experiences!. 

This recital is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts

Free Tax Preparation! Appointment Required. Call 239-433-3900

Free Tax Preparation! Appointment Required. Call 239-433-3900

Free Tax Preparation! Appointment Required. Call 239-433-3900

Conversations in the Living Room – COIL@FGCU

The Global Engagement Office invites you to come and grab a coffee and chat about Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). In partnership with the Lucas Center for Faculty Development we will be available for a drop-in chat to let you know about COIL@FGCU and how you can incorporate this rewarding experience into your courses. Global learning promotes understanding and helps to prepare our students for an engaged future and flexible careers. This session will provide information about the COIL@FGCU Faculty Fellows program and assist with applications due Feb 25^th. Later in the semester we will offer a workshop to help you develop a plan for incorporating COIL into your courses. For now, if you want to find out about COIL@FGCU, or chat about your plans for global engagement, pop in for a coffee!

When: Monday, February 21^st from 11:30a-1:00p (Drop-in style, no RSVP/registration necessary)

Where: Lucas Center (LIB-221)

Questions? Please contact Jackie at jsalmond@fgcu.edu

To join this conversation on February 21^st via Zoom, please click here.

Join the Hazing Prevention Team as we host TJ and Kim Burch, who lost their son Nolan Burch to hazing at West Virginia University in 2014, and Daniel Catullo, producer of the documentary Breathe, Nolan Breathe for an intentional program revolving around the Burch family story, the work that the Burch family now does, and takeaways for you and your organization members.

The Burch family will answer questions from our committee and then the floor will be open for any audience questions. TJ, Kim and Dan will be talking about their stories, the impact of their work, and how universities can take their message to make proactive change as it relates to hazing prevention.

When - Monday February 28^th at 5:00pm in the Cohen Ballroom

More info - https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/7779539

Please see the flyer for any other specific details!

This session will provide an overview of the science of compassion through research, applied, and interpersonal lenses. Participants will explore ways to develop their own research agenda in the areas of compassion, empathy, and kindness. They will also have the opportunity to talk with each other about possible research collaborations. Participants will also experience different strategies and practices to enhance and cultivate compassionate responses in their daily lives. Participants will provide feedback that will guide how compassion shapes and informs future research and programming at FGCU.

9:00 Session In-person RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-conducted-by-dr-ryder-delaloye-tickets-261312361307
9:00 Session Zoom-only RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-conducted-by-dr-ryder-delaloye-on-zoom-tickets-261324587877

1:00 Session In-person RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-fr-pm-with-dr-ryder-delaloye-in-person-tickets-261341137377
1:00 Session Zoom-only RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-fr-pm-with-dr-ryder-delaloye-on-zoom-tickets-261332792417

DEADLINE EXTENDED to March 18, 2022! Submit your abstract here: https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/2022_research_day_submission

FGCU Distinguished Speaker in Ethics- Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Ghandi.

Registration Link : https://www.evite.com/event/02B3L5YJSQXDSELKWEPL3EYHCGKK2E/rsvp?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_source=evitelink&utm_medium=sharable_invite

FGCU Distinguised Lecture Series- Special Valedictory Lecture Series featuring Bernard F. Master and Dr. William Mitsch

Reservations Highly recommended. Please email or text: Ruthmarie Mitsch, Ph.D. rhmitsch@gmail.com 614-946-6718

FGCU Distinguised Lecture Series- Special Valedictory Lecture Series featuring Bernard F. Master and Dr. William Mitsch

Reservations Highly recommended. Please email or text: Ruthmarie Mitsch, Ph.D. rhmitsch@gmail.com 614-946-6718

This concert is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

Please join FGCU's Archives and Special Collections, in partnership with FGCU’s Multicultural and Leadership Development, on Thursday, February 24th from 6-7pm, for the virtual event “Reflections on School Integration” via Zoom.

Moderated by Jarrett Eady and Audrea Anderson, four members of the Black community who were students during desegregation will reflect on their experiences surrounding the integration of Lee County public schools. The event is in conjunction with the exhibition, The Black Experience in Lee County, which runs through April 28th, 2022. You can visit the show Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm on the third floor of FGCU's Bradshaw Library, room LIB322. A Q&A will follow the presentation and registration is required. Register here. 

If you have any questions, please email libarchives@fgcu.edu. 

Call for applications!

Center for Academic Achievement (CAA) Recruitment Open House on Wednesday, February 23^rd between 12pm-2pm.

This session will provide an overview of the science of compassion through research, applied, and interpersonal lenses. Participants will explore ways to develop their own research agenda in the areas of compassion, empathy, and kindness. They will also have the opportunity to talk with each other about possible research collaborations. Participants will also experience different strategies and practices to enhance and cultivate compassionate responses in their daily lives. Participants will provide feedback that will guide how compassion shapes and informs future research and programming at FGCU.

9:00 Session In-person RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-conducted-by-dr-ryder-delaloye-tickets-261312361307
9:00 Session Zoom-only RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-conducted-by-dr-ryder-delaloye-on-zoom-tickets-261324587877

1:00 Session In-person RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-fr-pm-with-dr-ryder-delaloye-in-person-tickets-261341137377
1:00 Session Zoom-only RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compassion-training-workshop-fr-pm-with-dr-ryder-delaloye-on-zoom-tickets-261332792417

Faculty Application: https://forms.office.com/r/xcVHiKXKXw

Staff Application: https://forms.office.com/r/288qhgHxw8

Deadline to apply is March 1st, 2022 

Accepted applicants will participate in the 2.5 day academy help on May 11^th, 13^th, & 25^th.

This concert is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts or by calling 239-745-4268

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

Lucas Center: Course Design Academy May 2022

Week of May 16, 2022

Click here to register!

The Course Design Academy (CDA) will meet for three full days in summer 2022 (May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th) to explore learner-centered design principles, discuss ideas in small learning teams, and apply principles/concepts to courses and syllabi. We will 1) explore ways to “backward” design courses by starting with a focus on course objectives, 2) identify effective ways to assess what our students know, 3) explore ways to support significant long-term learning, and 4) plug these ideas into your course. You will exit with a new and improved course and tools to implement strategies and activities.

Participants Will:

• Receive access to a CDA Canvas course approximately two weeks prior to the start of CDA, where they will find materials to guide their course design process (including Dee Fink's “A Self-Directed Guide to Designing Courses for Significant Learning,” among other resources)

• Meet in the Lucas Center for interactive sessions on May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th from 9:00a – 3:00p.

• Receive written and verbal feedback on their syllabuses, assignments, assessments, and activities throughout the week via individual consultation and Canvas comments.

Schedule for the Week of May 16th:

• Monday, May 16th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Wednesday, May 18th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Friday, May 20th from 9:00a-3:00p

Lucas Center: Course Design Academy May 2022

Week of May 16, 2022

Click here to register!

The Course Design Academy (CDA) will meet for three full days in summer 2022 (May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th) to explore learner-centered design principles, discuss ideas in small learning teams, and apply principles/concepts to courses and syllabi. We will 1) explore ways to “backward” design courses by starting with a focus on course objectives, 2) identify effective ways to assess what our students know, 3) explore ways to support significant long-term learning, and 4) plug these ideas into your course. You will exit with a new and improved course and tools to implement strategies and activities.

Participants Will:

• Receive access to a CDA Canvas course approximately two weeks prior to the start of CDA, where they will find materials to guide their course design process (including Dee Fink's “A Self-Directed Guide to Designing Courses for Significant Learning,” among other resources)

• Meet in the Lucas Center for interactive sessions on May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th from 9:00a – 3:00p.

• Receive written and verbal feedback on their syllabuses, assignments, assessments, and activities throughout the week via individual consultation and Canvas comments.

Schedule for the Week of May 16th:

• Monday, May 16th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Wednesday, May 18th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Friday, May 20th from 9:00a-3:00p

Lucas Center: Course Design Academy May 2022

Week of May 16, 2022

Click here to register!

The Course Design Academy (CDA) will meet for three full days in summer 2022 (May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th) to explore learner-centered design principles, discuss ideas in small learning teams, and apply principles/concepts to courses and syllabi. We will 1) explore ways to “backward” design courses by starting with a focus on course objectives, 2) identify effective ways to assess what our students know, 3) explore ways to support significant long-term learning, and 4) plug these ideas into your course. You will exit with a new and improved course and tools to implement strategies and activities.

Participants Will:

• Receive access to a CDA Canvas course approximately two weeks prior to the start of CDA, where they will find materials to guide their course design process (including Dee Fink's “A Self-Directed Guide to Designing Courses for Significant Learning,” among other resources)

• Meet in the Lucas Center for interactive sessions on May 16^th, 18^th, and 20^th from 9:00a – 3:00p.

• Receive written and verbal feedback on their syllabuses, assignments, assessments, and activities throughout the week via individual consultation and Canvas comments.

Schedule for the Week of May 16th:

• Monday, May 16th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Wednesday, May 18th from 9:00a-3:00p

• Friday, May 20th from 9:00a-3:00p

Lucas Center: Academic Portfolio Workshop Summer 2022

Week of June 6, 2022

Click here to register!

The Academic Portfolio Workshop was first introduced to FGCU under the direction of Peter Seldin. This professional development program is time intensive. Participants are assigned to a faculty coach who provides advice, editing, and feedback on the narrative portions of the promotion portfolio. The workshop will result in a framework to showcase your strengths and accomplishments as a faculty member and guidance on how to organize your portfolio to meet university standards. This workshop is for faculty submitting their promotion portfolio within the next two years.

Schedule for the Week of June 6th:

• Monday: Orientation from 9:00a-12:00p

• Tuesday-Thursday: Independent work on portfolio. Meet with mentor for 1 hour each day.

• Friday: Wrap-Up & Celebration from 9:00a-12:00p

*This workshop is limited to 20 participants. Required in-person sessions are held on Monday and Friday mornings. Meetings between participants and mentors that take place between Monday afternoon and end of day Thursday may be held in-person or remotely based on agreements made by the participant-mentor dyads.*

FGCU-Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will be offering our

ON-LINE Lean Six Sigma Bootcamp Certification program.  

DATES: 2 Weeks – March 14 & 16   &  March 21 & 23, 2022 =  10 hours total

TIME: Monday & Wednesday from 6:00pm  – 8:00pm  (ET Zone)

Don’t miss out, limited to only 25 registrants.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK:  https://secure.touchnet.com/C20748_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=55

BIO:  Tom Davison, P.Eng., MBA is a global operations and supply chain executive with a track record of delivering remarkable results in product

development, supply chain and operations management.  He has led the development of numerous innovative products worth hundreds of

millions dollars and delivering breakthrough improvement in both time-to-market and quality, winning numerous industry awards and patents

along the way.  He is a Master Blackbelt in Lean Six Sigma and ran global Operations Excellence at Celestica and Otterbox, championing key

global initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma and flawless product launch.

Tom currently teaches supply chain management at FGCU and provides supply chain and operations management consulting to clients across

the U.S.  He holds a BASc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Regis University in Denver.

If you require additional information, please email scm@fgcu.edu

FGCU-Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will be offering our

ON-LINE Lean Six Sigma Bootcamp Certification program.  

DATES: 2 Weeks – March 14 & 16   &  March 21 & 23, 2022 =  10 hours total

TIME: Monday & Wednesday from 6:00pm  – 8:00pm  (ET Zone)

Don’t miss out, limited to only 25 registrants.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK:  https://secure.touchnet.com/C20748_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=55

BIO:  Tom Davison, P.Eng., MBA is a global operations and supply chain executive with a track record of delivering remarkable results in product

development, supply chain and operations management.  He has led the development of numerous innovative products worth hundreds of

millions dollars and delivering breakthrough improvement in both time-to-market and quality, winning numerous industry awards and patents

along the way.  He is a Master Blackbelt in Lean Six Sigma and ran global Operations Excellence at Celestica and Otterbox, championing key

global initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma and flawless product launch.

Tom currently teaches supply chain management at FGCU and provides supply chain and operations management consulting to clients across

the U.S.  He holds a BASc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Regis University in Denver.

If you require additional information, please email scm@fgcu.edu

FGCU-Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will be offering our

ON-LINE Lean Six Sigma Bootcamp Certification program.  

DATES: 2 Weeks – March 14 & 16   &  March 21 & 23, 2022 =  10 hours total

TIME: Monday & Wednesday from 6:00pm  – 8:00pm  (ET Zone)

Don’t miss out, limited to only 25 registrants.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK:  https://secure.touchnet.com/C20748_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=55

BIO:  Tom Davison, P.Eng., MBA is a global operations and supply chain executive with a track record of delivering remarkable results in product

development, supply chain and operations management.  He has led the development of numerous innovative products worth hundreds of

millions dollars and delivering breakthrough improvement in both time-to-market and quality, winning numerous industry awards and patents

along the way.  He is a Master Blackbelt in Lean Six Sigma and ran global Operations Excellence at Celestica and Otterbox, championing key

global initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma and flawless product launch.

Tom currently teaches supply chain management at FGCU and provides supply chain and operations management consulting to clients across

the U.S.  He holds a BASc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Regis University in Denver.

If you require additional information, please email scm@fgcu.edu

FGCU-Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will be offering our

ON-LINE Lean Six Sigma Bootcamp Certification program.  

DATES: 2 Weeks – March 14 & 16   &  March 21 & 23, 2022 =  10 hours total

TIME: Monday & Wednesday from 6:00pm  – 8:00pm  (ET Zone)

Don’t miss out, limited to only 25 registrants.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK:  https://secure.touchnet.com/C20748_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=55

BIO:  Tom Davison, P.Eng., MBA is a global operations and supply chain executive with a track record of delivering remarkable results in product

development, supply chain and operations management.  He has led the development of numerous innovative products worth hundreds of

millions dollars and delivering breakthrough improvement in both time-to-market and quality, winning numerous industry awards and patents

along the way.  He is a Master Blackbelt in Lean Six Sigma and ran global Operations Excellence at Celestica and Otterbox, championing key

global initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma and flawless product launch.

Tom currently teaches supply chain management at FGCU and provides supply chain and operations management consulting to clients across

the U.S.  He holds a BASc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Regis University in Denver.

If you require additional information, please email scm@fgcu.edu

The new Health and Human Services Career & Internship Fair offers students an opportunity to meet employers from area hospitals, social services agencies and other organizations who are seeking to hire FGCU students in the fields of social work, counseling and other heath related professions for full-time and internship opportunities.

This recruiting event offers students the opportunity to learn about the employers and careers that are available to FGCU students and alumni who are interested in working in public relations, marketing, journalism and other related communications industry opportunities. All majors are welcome.

Interested in the field of education? This event features public and private schools and education-based organizations seeking to hire FGCU students or alumni for teaching positions and other opportunities in the field of education. Education, English, Math, History, Arts, and Music students are encouraged to attend, and all majors are welcome.

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to a workshop on:

Transparent Assignment Design

Facilitated by: Bill Reynolds, billY Gunnels, Eric Otto & Jason Elek

We invite you to join us in the Lucas Center (Lib 221) for an interactive session on transparent assignment design. Research strongly suggests that students are best equipped to respond effectively to assignments when directions are transparent about 1) the purpose of the assignment, 2) the task(s) students must complete, and 3) the criteria upon which the assignment will be assessed. This session will introduce an approach to transparent assignment design, and we will share a rubric that will aid you in assessing current assignments and constructing future ones.

Date: Tuesday, March 15^th

Time: 1:00p-2:00p

Modality: In-Person at the Lucas Center (LIB-221)

*If you would like to attend remotely, please do not register with the below link. Send us an email at lucascenter@fgcu.edu to obtain a Zoom link.*

Click here to register for this session!

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to a presentation on:

Inclusive Courses with Universal Design for Learning

Facilitated by: Elizabeth Weatherford, M.A.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that can be used at any point in the course design process to make courses more accessible and inclusive for all learners, from those with learning disabilities, to second language learners, to diverse cultural experiences. UDL seeks to remove barriers to learning, allowing all students the opportunity to engage in courses and demonstrate their knowledge. This session will provide attendees with an introduction to UDL, including ways to incorporate UDL in their current and future courses, and resources for further implementation.

*Your attendance at this session will count as an elective session for the Diversity & Inclusion Certificate!*

Date: Tuesday, March 29^th

Time: 1:00p-2:00p

Modality: In-Person at the Lucas Center (LIB-221)

Click here to register for this session!

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to a presentation on:

Inclusive Teaching Through a Pandemic: Ongoing Challenges & Opportunities

Facilitated by: Bill Reynolds & Jackie Greene

We invite you to join us in the Lucas Center (Lib 221) for an interactive session on transparent assignment design. Research strongly suggests that students are best equipped to respond effectively to assignments when directions are transparent about 1) the purpose of the assignment, 2) the task(s) students must complete, and 3) the criteria upon which the assignment will be assessed. This session will introduce an approach to transparent assignment design, and we will share a rubric that will aid you in assessing current assignments and constructing future ones.

*Your attendance at this session will count as an elective session for the Diversity & Inclusion Certificate!*

Date: Monday, March 28^th

Time: 9:30a-10:30a

Modality: In-Person at the Lucas Center (LIB-221)

If you would like to attend remotely, please do not register with the below link! Send us an email at lucascenter@fgcu.edu to obtain a Zoom link.

Click here to register for this session!

Share the Ride Webinar - Weds 3/16/22 10am

Join the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Commute with Enterprise, and FGCU Environmental Health & Safety to learn how to save money, time, and the environment with various commuting options - including subsidies for vanpooling! There will be a Q&A session immediately following the presentation.

Register at https://forms.gle/2FgsVbXiYZiphRfz7 - Teams link will be provided in confirmation email.

Wednesday, March 16^th
Teacher Recruitment Fair |9am-11am |Cohen Student Union Ballroom
Interested in the field of education? This event features public and private schools and education-based organizations seeking to hire FGCU students or alumni for teaching positions and other opportunities in the field of education. Education, English, Math, History, Arts, and Music students are encouraged to attend, and all majors are welcome.

Faculty Professional Development Awards to Enhance Higher Education Pedagogy

***Deadline to apply for the Summer 2022 Cycle: Friday, April 15th***
The summer award cycle is for travel/activity occurring between June 1, 2022 and September 30, 2022.

The Lucas Center supports faculty teaching, scholarship and service by funding attendance and presentations at conferences and other forms of professional development. Funding proposals must demonstrate how the support will contribute to faculty success in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service. In addition, applicants should clearly articulate how their participation in the requested activity supports the mission and/or goals of the Center listed below.

Click here or use the below link to apply for the award up to $750!

https://survey.fgcu.edu/professionaldevelopmentgrantssummer2022.aspx

***PLEASE REVIEW THE BELOW IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING THE TIMING OF AWARD DISBURSEMENT***
*Funding for the Summer Cycle of Professional Development Grants comes out of the Lucas Center FY23 budget, beginning July 1*

If you are awarded a grant for any travel occurring within the month of June:

• You will need fill out a TAR ahead of time and route through the approval process. Once the TAR is approved, you must send a copy to lucascenter@fgcu.edu.

• On July 1 you will submit a Spend Authorization with the approved TAR attached, using the Lucas Center Cost Center/Activity Code.

• It is important that this Spend Authorization is completed on July 1, or as close to July 1 as possible.

• Once your Spend Authorization is approved, you will submit an Expense Report for your travel.

If you are awarded a grant for any non-travel expenses occurring in the month of June:

Since funding from the Summer Cycle comes from the Lucas Center’s FY23 budget, you will need to wait until July 1 to be reimbursed.

 Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82864936295?pwd=alBLaDZ1c1BXNDZ4cnpOS045VmlzUT09

Subject line: "Join us for the virtual event, "Reflections on Healthcare" 

Please join FGCU's Archives and Special Collections on Thursday, March 31^st from 6-7:15pm, for the virtual event “Reflections on Healthcare” via Zoom. 

Moderated by Jarrett Eady and Jim Nathan, a panel will reflect on the history of midwifery, Jones Walker Hospital, and issues regarding access to healthcare. The event is in conjunction with the exhibition, The Black Experience in Lee County, which runs through April 28th, 2022. You can visit the exhibit Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm on the third floor of FGCU's Bradshaw Library, room LIB322. A Q&A will follow the presentation and registration is required. Register here.  

If you have any questions, please email libarchives@fgcu.edu.  

The next  Supply Chain Forum of SWFL  will be hosted by FGCU

Join local leaders from Allyn Int’l, Arthrex, Gartner, Hertz, LeeSar, Scotlynn, FGCU, SC students and more.

At this event, you will hear from speakers that are managing supply chain disruptions today.   Don’t miss

this great opportunity to network! 

If you are not able to attend, please forward this email to your colleagues who might be interested

in attending our Supply Chain Forum.

Please help us to plan ahead by registering early, you can use the link or QR code below.

FREE REGISTRATION LINK  www.fgcu.edu/cob/csce/

Hope to see you on March 23^rd!

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

Workshop: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Performance: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

5:00pm Student Stories

6:00pm Reception (with food)

6:30pm Open Mic Stories

7:30pm Closing Reception

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

This exhibition is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

Information and tickets can be found at sanibelmusicfestival.org

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

Reservations can be made for this fundraiser at fgcu.edu/concerts/champagne

RSVP via Eagle Career Network

RSVP is required!

Text EAGLES to 67292 or scan the code to get your coupon.

Visit: https://www.jcpenney.com/m/suit-up-view-all  

Go to fgcu.edu/careerservices for more information

Join online: https://tinyurl.com/459k3pfx

Join online: https://tinyurl.com/3bvua5ka

Information and reservations can be found online at: fgcu.edu/concerts/champagne. To RSVP, please email Joanna Hoch, Events Coordinator at jhoch@fgcu.edu.

Register at www.sanibelmusicfestival.org or call 239-344-7025

Register for this FREE EVENT: fgcu.edu/cob/career-in-sales

We are excited to announce 2022 Spring Mathletes-Day Sessions! Mathletes-Days are an expansion of our Summer camp, which is targeted to boost students' interest and engagement in STEM-related areas based on Mathematics. We offer two different sessions which will be on Saturday, April 23rd, and on Saturday, May 7th,  from 9:00am-12:30 pm at FGCU main campus.

Saturday, April 23rd, Session:

In this session Mathletes will become rocket scientists! They will learn about altitude and its relationship with atmospheric pressure and the Ideal Gas Law. They will construct their own air-rockets and measure the height of the rockets with an altimeter to collect maximum height data.

Saturday, May 7th, Session:

In this session Mathletes will explore Mathematics and Physics through a lesson on Rollercoasters where they will build their own model rollercoaster to understand the principles behind how it works.

Both sessions are free and open to students who are currently enrolled in 7th and 8th grade. Mathletes may elect to attend one or both sessions. 

We will only accept 20 students for each session and the registration is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If your child is interested in attending the Mathletes-Day, please register at Spring 2022 Mathletes Day Registration

If you have any questions, please contact Menaka Navaratna and Tanya Huffman at mathletes@fgcu.edu 

We are excited to announce 2022 Spring Mathletes-Day Sessions! Mathletes-Days are an expansion of our Summer camp, which is targeted to boost students' interest and engagement in STEM-related areas based on Mathematics. We offer two different sessions which will be on Saturday, April 23rd, and on Saturday, May 7th,  from 9:00am-12:30 pm at FGCU main campus.

Saturday, April 23rd, Session:

In this session Mathletes will become rocket scientists! They will learn about altitude and its relationship with atmospheric pressure and the Ideal Gas Law. They will construct their own air-rockets and measure the height of the rockets with an altimeter to collect maximum height data.

Saturday, May 7th, Session:

In this session Mathletes will explore Mathematics and Physics through a lesson on Rollercoasters where they will build their own model rollercoaster to understand the principles behind how it works.

Both sessions are free and open to students who are currently enrolled in 7th and 8th grade. Mathletes may elect to attend one or both sessions. 

We will only accept 20 students for each session and the registration is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If your child is interested in attending the Mathletes-Day, please register at Spring 2022 Mathletes Day Registration

If you have any questions, please contact Menaka Navaratna and Tanya Huffman at mathletes@fgcu.edu 

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 mins) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

NAME:  Greg Collins

TITLE:    Can we bring back manufacturing from China?

DATE:    Wednesday, April 13, 2022

TIME:      1:00 – 1:30pm  (ETZone)

QUESTIONS:  1:30 – 1:45pm

REGISTRATION LINK  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uduCrrTkiGdFPhrsIXHhXmGOAt1u-NGuMv

BIO: Greg Collins is an Industrial Sinologist with expertise in global supply chain strategy, operations, and supply chain finance.

He has over 20 years of experience in China and Asia, with senior leadership roles at Microsoft, Flex, and Gerber Scientific.  Since 2006,

Collins is founder and Chief Supply Chain Officer of The Lakeline Group, a Hong Kong and Shanghai-based private equity investment

and consulting firm.  He has worked with boards, management teams, and supply chains in over 30 countries.  He currently teaches

Supply Chain Strategy and Operations in the undergraduate and MBA programs at WP Carey School of Business and Executive

Education programs at Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Hope to see you online on April 13^th!

Registration is now open for 2022 FGCU Mathletes Summer Camp for middle-schoolers. Mathletes is a five-day program for rising 7th and 8th grade students, happening on August 1st - August 5th at FGCU. Please share this information with your students and parents:

Start the registration process by completing Student Application Step 1 at https://www.fgcu.edu/.../depar.../math/mathletes/summer-camp

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the program is filled. If you have any questions, email us at mathletes@fgcu.edu.  

Happy registering and see you at Mathletes!

As a follow up to the University Archives and Special Collections’ 2020 exhibition, “To Life: The Liberation of Ravensbrück” we invite the community to experience the traveling exhibit Ravensbrück – We Who Lived There currently viewable on the first floor in Library West of Bradshaw Library.

Ravensbrück was a concentration camp for women located about 90 km north of Berlin. It opened in 1939 imprisoning 130,000 women and children from more than 30 different countries. In April of 1945, more than 21,000 survivors were rescued during the Red Cross’ White Bus Rescue Action and brought to Sweden.

The exhibit, Ravensbrück – We Who Lived There, is the result of a joint student and teacher project at Katedralskolan in Lund, Sweden 2018–2019. Students from the Advanced History

Program and the IB Program beautifully share the stories of the women and children imprisoned at Ravensbrück.

The exhibit is brought to you by FGCU’s Center for Holocaust and Genocide Research and the University Archives and Special Collections. It was brought to the United States by Better Futures Foundation, a Sarasota based 501(c)3 non-profit.

This event is free and open to the public

This exhibition is free and open to the public Tuesday-Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This concert is free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

April 22, 23, 29 & 30 at 7:30 p.m.

April 24 & 30 (with post-performance discussion) & May 1 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted for the Kyiv Rotary Refugee Initiative through the US-Ukraine Foundation (usukraine.org)

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

You’re invited to CAPS’ Drop-in Workshop: Conquering Academic Anxiety, this workshop will allow you to reduce test anxiety, learn better study tricks,⁠ and improve your academic performance--just in time for finals!

Wednesday, April 27, 4-5pm: https://fgcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8058563

Thursday, April 28, 4-5pm: https://fgcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8058591

Workshops are the same both days. Please be sure to sign up on Eagle Link so you get the participation link! Please email the workshop coordinator, Dr. Katherine Cascio, with any questions (kcascio@fgcu.edu).

Please remember that CAPS is here for our students 24/7/365 via our Ears Helpline (TTY): 239-745-EARS (3277)

Follow CAPS on social media for ideas for caring for your mental health, information, events, and important updates:

Instagram: CAPS_FGCU

You Tube: CAPSfgcu

Twitter: CAPSFGCU

Facebook: CAPS @ FGCU

You’re invited to CAPS’ Drop-in Workshop: Conquering Academic Anxiety, this workshop will allow you to reduce test anxiety, learn better study tricks,⁠ and improve your academic performance--just in time for finals!

Wednesday, April 27, 4-5pm: https://fgcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8058563

Thursday, April 28, 4-5pm: https://fgcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8058591

Workshops are the same both days. Please be sure to sign up on Eagle Link so you get the participation link! Please email the workshop coordinator, Dr. Katherine Cascio, with any questions (kcascio@fgcu.edu).

Please remember that CAPS is here for our students 24/7/365 via our Ears Helpline (TTY): 239-745-EARS (3277)

Follow CAPS on social media for ideas for caring for your mental health, information, events, and important updates:

Instagram: CAPS_FGCU

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Facebook: CAPS @ FGCU

This recital is free and open to the public

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 mins) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

NAME:                      Allen Trevett

TITLE:                        Vision Driven Logistics Organization

DATE:                        Wednesday, May 11, 2022

TIME:                         1:00 – 1:30pm  (ETZone)

QUESTIONS:            1:30 – 1:45pm

REGISTRATION LINK:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqcOyvpz4iE9SoLMfSwfdyjhc6Ciwt6Wbh

Allen Trevett  is the President & CEO of Allyn International, Inc. Allen grew up in the Capital District of New York State. He attended State University in Albany, New York, where he majored and was granted degrees in Economics and Accounting. During his years at State University, and continued after graduation, he ran a small construction firm up until 1976. He then changed career fields and started working for General Electric Company (GE), where he held a wide variety of positions. During the tenure at GE he was a participant in the GE Financial Management Program, graduating in the top 5 percent. Experience and responsibilities in GE included various accounting positions including general accounting, accounts payable, inventory, customer billing systems and tax along with a stint working in the factory. In 1986 Allen relocated to Fort Myers, Florida, as one of the senior managers in a new consolidated GE Corporate finance operation. His responsibilities included tax and insurance for all major GE manufacturing businesses.

In 1992, Julie Willard and Allen Trevett decided to go out on their own, and that is how Allyn International Services, Inc. (Allyn) was founded. Allyn International was incorporated February 14, 1992. For the first three years Allyn focused on the exporting and importing of cars and providing local brokerage support in the Tampa Bay area where their operating office was located. In 1995, they relocated back to Fort Myers, Florida, at a time when the business was being reshaped to support larger firms including multinationals. The services mix also changed, Allyn’s primary services now included tax, global trade compliance and logistics, which are its core services to this day. Allen Trevett as CEO of Allyn, led to what it is today, a company that serves some of the most significant businesses in the world. Allyn is headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with regional headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic, Dubai, UAE and Shanghai, China. Allyn has over 400 employees in 22 countries and is a true global service provider. Sales currently exceed $35 MM and Allyn has doubled in size in the last five years. 

Allyn International has a strong set of core values including contribution, creativity, enjoyment, excellence, focused growth, integrity, prosperity and well-being. Biennially, Allyn holds an employee retreat at Camp Pine Knot, SUNY Cortland, Raquette Lake, New York. These retreats have a strong focus on the Allyn values. 

Allen Trevett is a U.S. Licensed Customs broker and freight forwarder. For the last three years he has been on the board of directors at View Arts, a nonprofit in Old Forge, New York, where he has a summer camp. Allen and his wife Cathy have been married for over 40 years. They have 2 daughters, 2 grandchildren and 2 son-in-laws.

Hope to see you online on Wed, May 11^th!

The Multicultural and Leadership Development Center, an office within Campus Life, in collaboration with the Center for Critical Race and Ethnic Studies and the FGCU Haitian Student Organization is excited to host our 2^nd Annual Haitian Flag Day on May 18^th between 12:00-2:00pm on the Student Plaza! Join us for delicious Haitian cuisine, games, refreshments, giveaways, and MORE!

If you have any additional questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact T.O. (Assistant Director, Multicultural Development Initiatives) at toakes@fgcu.edu.

Come celebrate Haitian Flag Day with US!

The Multicultural and Leadership Development Center, an office within Campus Life, is excited to host our 2022 Frosh Mosh Multicultural and Leadership Development Institute from Friday, July 22^nd to Sunday, July 24^th!

The Frosh Mosh Multicultural and Leadership Development Institute is a semester-long experience that allows students to become acclimated to life at FGCU while learning about new opportunities and building community. Students participate in a three-day immersive weekend during the summer that introduces them to social justice issues and leadership concepts through guided discussions and activities. Throughout this experience, participants will be led by Peer Mentors and will continue their growth and development through the Fall semester.

During this exciting program for incoming students, we will provide an opportunity for the FGCU Community to get involved and build connections with the Frosh Mosh Mentees! This year we will host our inaugural Frosh Mosh Bash. This event will allow the FGCU community to welcome and interact with the incoming students. The Frosh Mosh Bash will take place on Friday, July 22^nd from 6 PM to 8 PM on the SoVi Green (located in South Village). There will be free food, beverages, and opportunities to engage with students through the participation in relationship-building activities! To RSVP for this opportunity, please email T.O. (Assistant Director, Multicultural Development Initiatives) at toakes@fgcu.edu.

Please join us in welcoming incoming students to the FGCU Community and help us SPREAD THE WORD regarding this opportunity!

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact T.O. at toakes@fgcu.edu.

Join the Hazing Prevention Team for a Lunch & Learn to learn more about hazing prevention and how to get involved on campus!

​When & Where - Wednesday June 8 at 12:00pm in Cohen 247

What: The Hazing Prevention Team will be giving a presentation on understanding what hazing is on campus, how to be proactive, and ways to get involved with the Hazing Prevention Team

Why: Hazing prevention is everyone's obligation, and we want to ensure all staff members are educated. All staff members that attend will be provided a free lunch from Publix during the program!

RSVP at the following link by Friday June 3, 2022 - https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/8082433

Any questions about the program can be emailed to Michael Rafo at mrafo@fgcu.edu!

The Multicultural and Leadership Development Center (MLD), an office within Campus Life, is preparing to host our annual leadership conference, iLEAD Summit! iLEAD Summit is an annual one-day conference-style leadership program part of the iLEAD Movement. This program is intended to connect student leaders, faculty, staff, and community partners, while promoting collaborative efforts, the development of leadership skills, and building lifelong relationships. The 2022 iLEAD Summit theme is The Champion Mindset: W.I.N. Now.

With a focus of empowering Champions of Change, this conference will promote skills, competencies, and practices to shape strong individuals, teams, and communities. Individuals will not only learn skills to holistically better themselves but also learn the impact these wellness practices and concepts have on their teams and communities.

The 2022 iLEAD Summit will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022. We are seeking faculty and staff members who have demonstrated a commitment to student success to submit program proposals for the 2022 iLEAD Summit. All programs will be offered in 50-minute sessions. We are requesting program proposals in the following areas:

• Transformation for Wellness – Emotional Intelligence, Finding Purpose In Your Work, Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Self-Care Tactics, etc.

• Transformation for Inspiration – Creating Healthy Group Dynamic, Build Group Confidence, Communicating Under Pressure, etc.

• Transformation for Navigation – Caring For Your Community, Water Your Roots, Fill Your Cup: Pour Into Other, etc.

Below are helpful resources regarding this year’s iLEAD Summit, including a Program Proposal Guidelines Sheet, Program Proposal Rubric, and the Program Proposal Submission Eagle Link Form.

• 2022 iLEAD Summit Program Proposal Guidelines

• 2022 iLEAD Summit Program Proposal Rubric

• 2022 iLEAD Summit Program Proposal Submission

All program proposals should be submitted by Friday, August 26, 2022 by 11:59 PM. Please feel free to forward this notice to anyone who may be interesting in this opportunity! The iLEAD Summit Committee will review program proposal submissions and notify presenters by Monday, September 12, 2022 whether they have been selected. Selected programs will be based on the relevancy of the presentation, the conference theme, and the needs of conference attendees.

Please reach out to Sydnee Larsen (slarsen@fgcu.edu) if you have any additional questions or concerns. Thank you for your support of Multicultural and Leadership Development and iLEAD Summit!

Dear STEM Enthusiasts,

 We are excited to announce our 7th Coding Academy for this Summer of 2022 at FGCU (On-Campus) from June 27 - 30, 2022.

Our (short) Coding Camp link: https://urlz.at/code  (actual URL: https://www.fgcu.edu/cas/departments/math/coding/index.aspx). We will be offering only a middle school camp this year. 

FGCU Summer Coding Academy aims to introduce programming to enthusiastic middle schoolers. Summer Camp teaches computer coding using Python to middle schoolers in an active, team-based, and interactive learning approach that is effective and fun. Our coders will also have the unique opportunity to interact with speakers from the Arthrex programming team who share their experiences and challenges in current, cutting-edge technology involving computer programming.

Any students Entering 7th, 8th, and 9th Grade in 2022-2023 will be eligible to apply. Here is a short video of one of our previous Coding Camps (Middle School): https://urlz.at/codevideo . The registration information and other relevant information are available on this shortened link https://urlz.at/code

The Legislative Internship Program provides an opportunity for FGCU students to receive a full-time, non-partisan internship that is scholarship-supported during the Spring Semester of each academic year. Interns will receive hands-on experience learning about state political dynamics and the legislative process while working for a member of the Florida State Legislature or within a government agency. Program participants will receive a well-rounded political and educational experience that complements traditional classroom learning with the ability to acquire unique job skills, protocol skills, and networking skills within the atmosphere of the Florida State Capitol.  For more information, visit: www.fgcu.edu/governmentrelations/legislativeinternship.

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 min) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

Registration Link:

https://fgcu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvdequpz4jG9W9u-vE-e2LTfDJ1JdfIehq

NAME: Dan Sinnreich

TOPIC:Better forecasting with Machine Learning: Deep Learning from Amazon

DATE:Wednesday, August 10, 2022

TIME:1:00-1:30pm (ET Zone)

QUESTIONS:1:30-1:45pm

If you are not able to attend, please forward this email to your colleagues who might be interested in attending this webinar.

BIO: Dan Sinnreich is a Senior Product Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading growth initiatives for Amazon Forecast, a fully managed service that uses machine learning to generate highly accurate forecasts. Previous to AWS, Dan was a product management director at MSCI, where he built investment analytics platforms and models used by over 800 institutional investors, representing over $200 trillion in global assets under management. His focus at MSCI was in democratizing the application of multi-asset class factor models to the buy-side investment process, allowing portfolio and risk managers to forecast their portfolio's sources of risk and return, and make more informed investment decisions.

Previous to MSCI, Dan developed enterprise business analytics platforms at SaaS startups and at Oracle. He started his career with KPMG, helping companies measure their production costs and reengineer their operational processes. Dan earned a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from Auburn University. 

Hope to see you on-line this Wed, August 10^th!

You’re Invited!

Monday, August 29th | 11:0a-1:00p | LIB-221

The Lucas Center for Faculty Development invites you to our Annual Open House!
This is an opportunity to meet our new Associate Director, Dr. Kim Fournier.
Drop by any time between 11:00a-1:00p to enjoy food, friends and fun with the Lucas Center staff.

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to a workshop on:

POGIL: An Introduction to Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning

with guest facilitator, Shawn R. Simonson, Ed.D., C.S.C.S., ACSM EP-C

Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) is a learner-centered pedagogy based on research into how people learn that results in improved student content and process skill outcomes across a variety of academic disciplines.

This workshop serves as an active introduction to POGIL and an exploration of the benefits of this approach to active learning in the classroom.

Join us in the Lucas Center on Thursday, September 8th from 1:00p-2:30p -OR- Friday, September 9th from 11:00a-12:30p

For more information & to secure your spot, visit: https://tinyurl.com/LucasCenterPOGILWorkshop

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to a workshop on:

POGIL: An Introduction to Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning

with guest facilitator, Shawn R. Simonson, Ed.D., C.S.C.S., ACSM EP-C

Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) is a learner-centered pedagogy based on research into how people learn that results in improved student content and process skill outcomes across a variety of academic disciplines.

This workshop serves as an active introduction to POGIL and an exploration of the benefits of this approach to active learning in the classroom.

Join us in the Lucas Center on Thursday, September 8th from 1:00p-2:30p -OR- Friday, September 9th from 11:00a-12:30p

For more information & to secure your spot, visit: https://tinyurl.com/LucasCenterPOGILWorkshop

The Part Time Job Fair will be held Wednesday, August 24^th from 10am – 2pm. A great opportunity for students who are looking for a part-time job while attending school.  This event is open to all students seeking part-time employment and internship opportunities. With over 60 representatives from local employers and on-campus departments, this is a one-stop shop job search event.

Nexus

FGCU Art Faculty Exhibition

Opening Reception, August 25, 2022, 5-7pm

August 26 – September 29, 2022

As part of FGCU’s 25^th anniversary, this exhibition kicks off the season with work by Art Program faculty. Investigations in areas such as social commentary, the environment and material processes are embedded in paintings, ceramics, prints, sculptures and more. The diverse content and techniques on display represent the breadth of research being conducted by the Art Program faculty. Happening only once every three years, this exhibition is a special opportunity to see studio faculty work in one exhibition.

Sponsored by Gene and Lee Seidler; WGCU Public Media; and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture

More information can be found at https://www.fgcu.edu/artgalleries/currentseason/#CurrentShow

Image credit: Grace Mikell Ramsey, Teach Us To Number Our Days, 2021, Oil on canvas, 20 x 16 in

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

The Multicultural and Leadership Development Center (MLD), an office within Campus Life, is preparing to host our annual leadership conference, iLEAD Summit! iLEAD Summit is an annual one-day conference-style leadership program part of the iLEAD Movement. This program is intended to connect student leaders, faculty, staff, and community partners, while promoting collaborative efforts, the development of leadership skills, and building lifelong relationships. The 2022 iLEAD Summit theme is The Champion Mindset: W.I.N. Now.

Registration for iLEAD Summit is OPEN NOW through September 29^th on Eagle Link!

The Multicultural and Leadership Development Center (MLD), an office within Campus Life, is preparing to host our annual leadership conference, iLEAD Summit! iLEAD Summit is an annual one-day conference-style leadership program part of the iLEAD Movement. This program is intended to connect student leaders, faculty, staff, and community partners, while promoting collaborative efforts, the development of leadership skills, and building lifelong relationships. The 2022 iLEAD Summit theme is The Champion Mindset: W.I.N. Now.

Registration for iLEAD Summit is OPEN NOW through September 29^th on Eagle Link!

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 min) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodeuvrT8oG9crQjiyn9AfVMZ4KbadXImY

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 min) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcudeiqqjIqHNSDVcQ2Ts9hG2jDFrSyeIrK

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public and will feature the World Premiere of “Un Águila en las Estrellas" (An Eagle Among the Stars) commissioned by Julio Morales.

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development & Education & Arts Librarian, Rachel Cooke invite you to an:

OPEN HOUSE: Teaching Creatively with Free & Open Educational Resources

Drop by for a pastry and cup of coffee and find out more about how you might use peer-reviewed open textbooks, videos, music, and more to stimulate student interest and engagement. Discuss how you might replace or supplement your expensive textbook too! Continuous 20-minute demonstrations will be repeated throughout the hour, so you can drop in at any time.

Drop by the open house in the Lucas Center (LIB-221) on Tuesday, October 4th from 10:00a-11:00a

Register to join in-person here: https://tinyurl.com/OEROctober2022

***If you'd like to join virtually, please email lucascenter@fgcu.edu to obtain a zoom link***

RSVP to 10/7 Event

RSVP to 10/21 Event

RSVP to 10/7 Event

RSVP to 10/21 Event

All Majors Career & Internship Fair
70 employers will be on campus Wednesday, October 19 between 10am-2pm in the Cohen Student Union Ballroom. Please encourage students to attend who are interested in internships and career positions. Complimentary headshots will also be available. For students who need assistance with preparing for the career fair there will be a Career Fair Prep virtual workshop on Monday, October 17 at 4:00. For more information on employers attending the event or to register for the workshop students should visit Eagle Career Network.

Career Development Services | 239-590-7946 | fgcu.edu/careerservices | careercenter@fgcu.edu

Do not miss this opportunity to shred your personal paper documents safely andsecurely for FREE. All paper documents will be shred on site. If you have any questions please contact Records Management at 239-590-1124.

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to join us for a session on:

Promoting Civil Discourse in the University Community

Presented by: Christopher Phillips, Ph.D. & Cecilia Chapa Phillips, M.Ed., Co-Founders of the Democracy Café

In an era of political polarization too often coupled with a demonstrated intolerance for a plurality of perspectives -- nowhere more evidenced these days than on many college campuses - how can we cultivate, practice, and model the habit of civil discourse? What exact IS civil discourse? Can it involve impassioned argument and at times heated debate, or does it depend on the issue, and what's at stake? How do we best frame questions so that they tend to be more conducive to thoughtful exploration of a variety of points of view, and in ways that connect? Is there an 'art' to this? How do we best go about exploring questions, especially when they touch on 'hot button' topics?

While there are no 'magic bullets' to making college campuses hotbeds of freedom of expression and dialogue, there are nonetheless some time-tested ways of moving more and more in that direction.

This workshop strives to provide a roadmap to achieving a more healthy environment when it comes to freedom of expression and thoughtful dialogue - in tandem with one another - on the college campus.

This session will be facilitated virtually via Zoom on Monday, November 7th from 1:00p-3:00p

Click here or use the below link to register!

https://tinyurl.com/PhillipsNovember2022

Learning Assistant Faculty applications open until October 26th!
The application portal for faculty course proposals to teach with a learning assistant in Spring 2023 is now open. Apply now through Wednesday, October 26^th, at www.learningassistantalliance.org. Reach out to Dr. Katie Johnson at laprogram@fgcu.edu with any questions!

Sign up here: tinyurl.com/TOA2022

FGCU Art Program Presents Holly Hanessian

FORT MYERS, FL - As part of the Fjelstul Art Lecture Series, the FGCU Art Program presents Holly Hanessian: A Socially Engaged Practice. This lecture will take place on Thursday, November 3 at 6:00 p.m. in the U. Tobe Recital Hall in the Music Building on the FGCU campus. There will be a light reception to follow in the Arts Complex Lobby. This lecture is free and open to the public.

Community engagement is at the heart of Holly Hanessian’s creative practice. Her project-based artworks emphasize inventive solutions for social issues that connect people to new ways of thinking. In each project, she meets with community members on a one-to-one basis to build relationships, create ownership, and collaborate. Her current project links plastic bottled water overuse to climate change and includes the production of Hurricane Emergency Art Kits and Go-Packs for seasonal assistance with hurricane preparedness and recovery.

Hanessian’s artwork is positioned at the intersection of socially engaged art, design, craft, and contemporary art. Many of the community-based art projects focus on at-risk populations who are often underrepresented and adversely affected by global warming events. The public facing projects she develops are rooted in the need to create a collectively just and sustainable life for all. Holly Hanessian is currently Professor of Art/Ceramics and MFA Graduate Program Director at Florida State University.

Sponsored by Alice and Dean Fjelstul

Image credits:

Hurricane Emergency Art Kit, 2020

An edition of 25 sets that includes: Sawyer Water mini-filter, hand sewn and printed book, digitally printed cloud placemat, set of porcelain cups, tray, match holder and votive candle holder, hand soothers, felt trivet, and screen-printed tin container that floats.

Photograph by Becki Rutta

This recital is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

RSVP at fgcustorytelling.com

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the lived experiences of department chairs who participated in leadership training to determine if it added value in preparing them to be effective in their role. More specifically, the study focused on department chairs who attended the Department Chair Workshop hosted by the Institute for Academic Leadership (IAL) at Florida State University (FSU). Despite often being unprepared for the role, department chairs at higher education institutions are appointed to their positions with little or no leadership training and support. The problem, therefore, is that these department chairs are not well prepared to carry out their role. University administrators do not know if the IAL Workshop better prepares department chairs for their leadership role. An interpretative phenomenology analysis (IPA) qualitative inquiry was used for the research design as it allows for the data collection of lived experiences of the department chairs regarding training in preparation for their role. This study was guided by the following research question: What are the perceptions of department chairs regarding their lived experiences of the Department Chair Workshop hosted by the IAL at FSU in preparing them for their leadership role? Data was collected through interviews, document analysis, and field notes. Five themes were derived from this data: background experience, skills toolbox, support from colleagues, balancing expectations of the dean and faculty, and benefits of the Department Chair Training. The findings from the study can be used to inform postsecondary institution administrators on the lived experiences of the department chairs who attend training.

Keywords: department chair, leadership, leadership preparedness, leadership effectiveness, effective department chair, leadership development, organizational socialization

Learning Assistant Student applications open until November 11th!
The application portal for students to become a Learning Assistant for Spring 2023 is now open. Apply now through Friday, November 11^th, at www.learningassistantalliance.org. Reach out to Dr. Katie Johnson at laprogram@fgcu.edu with any questions!

Student Care Services invites you to attend our Informative Panel event, that is part of our Annual National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week events. This panel will feature students, staff, and community members who have experience working within this field of care. We hope to bring awareness and education for students on financial literacy, community resources, and programs or assistance that many students may benefit from throughout college and beyond. Snacks provided.

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

*There will be a discussion with the cast and crew following this performance.

239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

Join us for Coffee and Conversations! 

Learn about kindness, empathy and compassion through games, activities, and hands on experiences! 

Wednesday afternoon November 16, there will be a presentation by the American Association of University Woman, the StartSmart, Bridging the Gender Pay Gap Workshop is from 3-5pm in Cohen 162. Pizza will be served.

RSVP on Eagle Career Network or Eagle Link.

Please consider an RSVP to this event by registering at fgcu.edu/joyful

This event is free and open to the public. More information can be found at fgcu.edu/artevents

This event is free and open to the public. More information can be found at fgcu.edu/artevents

This concert is free and open to the public ***Please note the change of time and location for this concert. It was initially to be held at the Sanibel Luminary Festival.

This recital is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This recital is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public; 239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This concert is free and open to the public

As part of FGCU’s 25th anniversary, the FGCU Art Galleries present the Senior Projects, Fall 2022 from December 9-16, 2022 in the Wasmer Art Gallery in the Arts Complex on the Florida Gulf Coast University campus. The opening reception and presentations by the artists will take place in the Wasmer Art Gallery on Thursday, December 8 at 5:00 p.m.

At the end of their studies, FGCU Art Majors are required to develop and present a coherent body of self-generated work. This exhibition combines their knowledge of techniques and concepts while drawing on research of historical and contemporary artists. Each senior art major in the exhibition designs and creates a unique installation that combines their technical skills and conceptual vision. The range of exhibitions is unique each year and represents what the next generation of artists are exploring. 

During the opening on Thursday, December 8, the artists will be present to provide an overview of their work in a public presentation. Afterwards, the public is encouraged to talk one on one with the artists and learn more about their inspiration and techniques. 

The artists for the Fall 2022 semester are:

Angela Arroyo, Christopher W. Bicknese, Kaia M. Hein, Claire S. Jenkins, Shelby P. Johnson, Megan M. McCarthy, Samantha N. Rattner, Ben J. Schlessel, Tiffany R. Shadden, Isabella Treece, Nolan D. Tronnier.

Sponsored by The Layden Family Foundation, The Smith Family Foundation of Estero and WGCU Public Media

FGCU Art Galleries are open 10am to 4pm Monday – Friday and by special appointment.

Please contact 239-590-7199 for further information or go to fgcu.edu/artgalleries.

The galleries are free and open to the public.

Image credit: Al Payne, Conscious (Where We Meet) (Senior Project installation detail), 2022, Mixed media installation, 88 x 150 in.

This recital is free and open to the public

Microsoft Teams Link

Please RSVP to Julie Leyden at jleyden@fgcu.edu 

Suit-Up is a collaborative event with FGCU to provide students, faculty, and staff with a special shopping event, in-store and online, for select career wear with exclusive discounts not available to the public. Save up to 50% on select men's & women's career dress apparel, shoes & accessories. Shop online or in-person on March 26th. Go to www.jcpenney.com/m/suit-up-view-all for more information. Text FGCUEAGLES to 67292 to get your coupon.

The All Majors Career & Internship Fair will be our largest fall university-wide career recruiting event for students in all majors to meet over 80 employers interested in hiring FGCU students and alumni to fill full-time, co-op, and internship opportunities in companies from all areas of interest. Free Professional Headshots.

The new Health and Human Services Career & Internship Fair offers students an opportunity to meet employers from area hospitals, social services agencies and other organizations who are seeking to hire FGCU students into heath related professions for full-time career and internship opportunities. Free Professional Headshots.

This recruiting event offers students interested in opportunities to learn about the employers and careers that are available to FGCU students and alumni who are interested in working in public relations, marketing, journalism and other related communication industries. All majors are welcome. Free Professional Headshots.

This event brings to the university public and private schools seeking to hire FGCU students or alumni into teaching positions. Education, English, Math, History, Arts, and Music majors are encouraged and all majors are welcome. Professional Headshots and On-campus interviews.

Sponsored by Enterprise Holdings, this event leads students through the proper etiquette to use when engaging in a formal business orinterview dinner. In addition, students will also have an opportunity to practice their networking skills all while enjoying a free meal. Students must register at 239-590-7946 or email careercenter@fgcu.edu in advance. Professional dress is required.

RSVP by January 13 to lsnook@fgcu.edu. 

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This lecture is free and open to the public. A light reception will follow the lecture in the Arts Complex Lobby.

This exhibition is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This visual experience is free and open to the public.

Students from all majors as well as alumni, faculty and staff are invited to this open house event.

Link to register:  www.tinyurl.com/aspire-math

FGCU’s Lucas Center for Faculty Development and FSW’s Teaching and Learning Center are proud to announce our 2023 Southwest Florida Symposium on Teaching and Learning. The fifth annual event, Fresh Ideas in Teaching & Learning, will span two days on Thursday, February 2^nd and Friday, February 3^rd.

Join us Thursday, February 2^nd for our Symposium Keynote address with Dr. Mays Imad as she presents via Zoom “Harnessing the Resilience Within: The Science of Biological and Behavioral Resilience through Plasticity, Sociality, and Meaning.” Dr. Imad is an Assistant Professor, Biology and Equity Pedagogy at Connecticut College. Prior to her tenure at Connecticut College, Dr. Imad founded the teaching and learning center at Pima Community College in Tucson, Arizona. A Gardner Institute Fellow and an AAC&U Senior Fellow, Imad’s research focuses on biofeedback, stress, self-regulation, advocacy, and classroom community, and how these impact student learning and success. A nationally-recognized expert on trauma-informed teaching and learning, Imad works to promote inclusive, equitable, and contextual education–all rooted in the latest research on the neurobiology of learning.

Keynote Event Details

Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
Time: Join us for lunch and viewing, or join the Zoom event from anywhere

Select one option to register:

Attend FSW luncheon

Attend FGCU luncheon

Attend via Zoom only

Join us Friday, February 3^rd for our Symposium sessions presented by faculty and staff from both FGCU and FSW. We will facilitate a variety of 50 minute sessions every hour with the first beginning at 9:00a and the last beginning at 1:00p. By using the below link to register for the Symposium, you will be added to our email list to receive the Symposium Program. The program lists every session with respective Zoom links for you to join as your schedule allows.

Symposium Event Details

Date: Friday, February 3, 2023 on Zoom
Time: 9:00am-1:50pm; 50 minute sessions every hour,  join as your schedule allows

Register for Friday sessions

For more information, please visit https://www.fgcu.edu/lucascenter/programs#Symposium

Questions? Please Contact: FGCU Lucas Center at lucascenter@fgcu.edu or FSW TLC at tlc@fsw.edu

Join panelists Michael Bakan, PhD, Professor of Ethnomusicology at Florida State University; Annemarie Connor, PhD, OTR/L an Autism Researcher, Professor, and Advocate; Ana-Alicia Lopez, MM, MT-BC, Co-Owner & Clinical Director of The House of Music Therapy; Jennifer Msumba an award-winning songwriter and musician, author of Shouting At Leaves; and Moderator, Kimberly Sena Moore, PhD, MT-BC, Associate Professor, Coordinator of Music Therapy at Florida Gulf Coast University for a panel discussion exploring the creative and musical lives of autistic and other neurodivergent individuals. This discussion is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Kimberly Sena Moore at (239)-590-7472 or ksenamoore@fgcu.edu.

This concert is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

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The Archives’ Spring Exhibition Brings an International Perspective 

The University Archives and Special Collections has always brought thought-provoking and world-class exhibitions to Southwest Florida, and this spring is no exception when they host acclaimed Norwegian letterpress artist Dr. Ane Thon Knutsen. Thon Knutsen is internationally known for her installations and artist books; she is also an associate professor of graphic design at the Oslo Academy of the Arts. 

The exhibition, Printed Works: Adaptations of Virginia Woolf, will combine Thon Knutsen’s skills in letterpress printing and graphic design to bring an installation that will enfold visitors into the world and words of author Virginia Woolf. The exhibit will culminate with the 32^nd annual international conference in Woolf’s honor, hosted by FGCU’s Department of Language and Literature from June 8-11, 2023.

Printed Works: Adaptations of Virginia Woolf will be on display in the University Archives and Special Collections on the third floor of the Wilson G. Bradshaw Library from February 24 through June 12, 2023. The gallery will be open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.  

Please join us for wine and hors d'oeuvres at the opening reception on Thursday, February 23 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to engage with artist Ane Thon Knutsen and discuss her work. 

For information about the exhibition contact Bailey Rodgers at brodgers@fgcu.edu or for information about the 32^nd Annual International Conference on Virginia Woolf, contact Dr. Laci Mattison at lmattison@fgcu.edu. 

The Archives’ Spring Exhibition Brings an International Perspective 

The University Archives and Special Collections has always brought thought-provoking and world-class exhibitions to Southwest Florida, and this spring is no exception when they host acclaimed Norwegian letterpress artist Dr. Ane Thon Knutsen. Thon Knutsen is internationally known for her installations and artist books; she is also an associate professor of graphic design at the Oslo Academy of the Arts. 

The exhibition, Printed Works: Adaptations of Virginia Woolf, will combine Thon Knutsen’s skills in letterpress printing and graphic design to bring an installation that will enfold visitors into the world and words of author Virginia Woolf. The exhibit will culminate with the 32^nd annual international conference in Woolf’s honor, hosted by FGCU’s Department of Language and Literature from June 8-11, 2023.

Printed Works: Adaptations of Virginia Woolf will be on display in the University Archives and Special Collections on the third floor of the Wilson G. Bradshaw Library from February 24 through June 12, 2023. The gallery will be open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

For information about the exhibition contact Bailey Rodgers at brodgers@fgcu.edu or for information about the 32^nd Annual International Conference on Virginia Woolf, contact Dr. Laci Mattison at lmattison@fgcu.edu. 

The Lucas Center For Faculty Development invites you to:

From Student to Research Assistant: Collaborative Mentorship in Practice

Facilitated by Dr. Andrea Fortin and Melissa Williams

This interactive learning experience is led by a faculty member and alumni. Together, they will present the progression of how the alumni went from student to course assistant to research assistant through a Seidler Undergraduate Fellowship. This presentation will showcase collaborative mentorship, teaching, and research practices between students and faculty. Additionally, the presenters will discuss the value and outcomes of peer mentorship for courses with service-learning projects. Attendees will walk away with practical tips for how they can also have successful research and classroom partnerships.

***We encourage faculty to invite students who have expressed interest in mentorship by faculty or becoming a research assistant***

This session will be facilitated on Friday, February 24th from 12:00p-1:00p in the Lucas Center (LIB-221) or virtually via Zoom.

For more information & to secure your spot, visit: https://tinyurl.com/StudentToResearchAssistant

Azul’s Attire Pop-Up Shop brings FGCU’s free professional clothing closet closer to you. Stop by to build your wardrobe and your confidence.

Coordinated by the U.A Whitaker College of Engineering, this event is held for employers seeking engineering or construction management students.

This recital is free and open to the public

This recital is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

This concert is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public

Informational Session: Honors Faculty Fellows Program

Panelists: Dr. Sherri Emer, Dr. Christopher Endrinal, Prof. Reid Lennertz, Prof. Courtney Dwyer Satkoski & Dr. Starlette Sinclair

Facilitated by: Dr. Minh Nguyen, Interim Dean of the Honors College

Interested in the Honors Faculty Fellows Program?
This event will feature current and former Honors Faculty Fellows having a panel discussion about their experiences in the program and answering your questions. The Interim Dean of the Honors College will also be there to talk about the purpose of the program, duties of the Honors Faculty Fellows, benefits, eligibility, application process, criteria for selection, etc.

This session will be facilitated on Thursday, February 23^rd from 11:45 am - 12:45 pm in the Lucas Center (LIB-221).

For more information & to secure your spot, visit: https://tinyurl.com/InfoSessionHonorsFellowsFeb23

On Feb. 15, 2023 FGCU’s Office of Prevention and Wellness will host Eagles Wellness Fair, where students can visit various departments and organizations to check in on their wellness for free! The fair will have tote bags, t-shirts, a food truck, a ball pit, massages, rapid HIV testing, and an InBody composition machine!

This concert is free and open to the public.

Sweeten up your Spring Holiday table with delicious treats. 
The faculty and students within Florida Gulf Coast University's Resort & Hospitality Management Department have worked together to create these 100% homemade sweet treats for you to showcase at your brunch, lunch, or dinner this Spring. There are a variety of French macarons and cheesecakes available, all which have ingredients of high quality that will impress even the toughest critics. 
Thank you for supporting the next generation of leaders, all proceeds go back to supporting the students within the Resort & Hospitality Management Department. 
All orders are to be pre-ordered by 24 March 2023. There will be a small number of macarons and cheesecakes available for last minute pick-up on a first come first served bases and flavors may be limited. You can pick-up completed desserts either 6 April or 7 April between 10:00am-2:00pm Sugden Hall lobby. More information for pick up will be sent out closer to April. 

A discussion of the current state of the relationship between the United States and Mexico focusing on five main policy are: I) border security II) (im)migration; III) anti-narcotics cooperation; IV) energy; and V) trade. Register on Eventbrite.

A discussion of the Ukraine War on Russian Politics. Register on Eventbrite.

Link to Hanover Webinar

Florida Gulf Coast University and WGCU Public Media present:

An Evening with Authors Jeff Guinn and Lyn Millner

New evidence reveals that David Koresh, the leader of the apocalyptic group the Branch Davidians, plagiarized Cyrus Teed, the messianic founder of Estero’s Koreshan Unity. What’s more: David Koresh might have copied Teed unwittingly.

Author Jeff Guinn will discuss his new book Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and a Legacy of Rage. Guinn is a two-time Edgar finalist and the bestselling author of numerous books, including Go Down Together, The Last Gunfight, Manson, The Road to Jonestown, War on the Border, and Waco. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas, and is a member of the Texas Literary Hall of Fame.

Lyn Millner, professor of journalism at FGCU, is the author of The Allure of Immortality: An American Cult, A Florida Swamp, and A Renegade Prophet, which tells the story of Cyrus Teed and his followers, the Koreshans.

Join us for a fascinating visit with Guinn and Millner, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Waco standoff and raid. Moderated by John Davis of WGCU Public Media. Book signing to follow.

Thursday, March 16, 2023

Edwards Hall, room 112

6 to 8 p.m.

Reception with hors d’oeuvres begins at 6 p.m.

Cost: Free. RSVP required.

Reserve your seat:

https://bit.ly/3HD1vik

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

This event is free and open to the public; 239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This exhibition is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries

This concert is free and open to the public.

Register for the Florida Gulf Coast University Virtual Workshop, "Moving from Pesky to Productive: Designing a Healthy, Sustainable Writing Habit", which will be presented by Erin McTigue on Friday, March 24 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET. 

This workshop is being offered at no cost to you as part of your TAA-FGCU Institutional Membership. 

Register Here

About This Workshop

In this interactive workshop mythology is dispelled and findings from recent psychology research are translated specifically to writing habits. Participants first analyze one of their own already strong habits to plan for the formation of a new writing habit starting with a trigger, growing from a micro-habit, and being reinforced by rewards, including social reinforcement and tracking. Then to prevent pitfalls, participants discuss and prepare for what may derail their newly designed habits. Participants will leave with self-insight, energy and tools for remaking their writing habits.

After being a traditional academic for over ten years at Texas A&M University, Erin McTigue started her own business, The Positive Academic, through which she mentors and coaches academics in writing and productivity, as well as runs workshops for faculty and graduate students. While at Texas A&M, she co-directed a university-wide writing support program and developed an academic writing course for international students. To keep up her craft, in the role of research scientist, Erin continues to write grants and articles with her colleagues at the National Reading Research Center of Norway at the University of Stavanger. In addition, in 2020 she was invited to be an Internal Productivity Coach at the Future of Humanity Institute, University of Oxford, as well as at the Center for Human Compatible Artificial Intelligence, UC Berkeley. Erin is widely published, has won teaching and mentoring awards, and continually aims to bring a lightness of spirit to the heaviness of academia.

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Join local leaders from Allyn Int’l, Arthrex, Gartner, Hertz, Leesar, Scotlynn, FGCU, SC students and more.

At this event, you will hear speakers from Lenovo and Project 44.   A great opportunity to network!

Additional information and a detailed agenda will be sent out in the near future.

If you have not done so already, please help us to plan ahead by registering in advance. Registration Link

RSVP jleyden@fgcu.edu 

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Faculty Professional Development Awards to Enhance Higher Education Pedagogy

The deadline to apply for the Summer 2023 Cycle is Sunday, April 16th.

Important Notes:

• To be eligible for the Summer Cycle, your travel/activity must occur between June 1, 2023 and September 30, 2023.
• Due to the fiscal year and budget processes, all Lucas Center award funding for opportunities taking place within the month of June must be reimbursed on or after July 1, 2023.

Eligibility: Full-time faculty members may apply for up to $750 in funding.

One way the Lucas Center supports teaching, scholarship, and service at FGCU is by offering Professional Development Awards for faculty to attend and/or present at conferences or to participate in other professional development activities (in person or virtual) that enhance their professional skills and knowledge.  Applicants will be asked to describe in detail how the award will contribute to their success in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and/or service. In addition, applicants will be asked to describe how their participation in the requested activity aligns with the mission and/or goals of the Lucas Center for Faculty Development (see below).  Priority will be given to faculty who have had papers/abstracts accepted for presentation and to those who make the most persuasive case for how the proposed activity aligns with the Lucas Center mission/goals and the impact it will have on their professional development. Depending on the number of applications, priority may be given to applicants who have not received a Lucas Center Professional Development Award in the previous two award cycles (https://www.fgcu.edu/lucascenter/funding).

Click here or use the below link for more information and to apply for the award up to $750!

***Please note that you will need to utilize your FGCU email and sign in through SSO (Single Sign On) to complete the application***

https://forms.office.com/r/Nd6VPDTUaB

ON THE TABLE SWFL - JOIN IN THE CONVERSATION

FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY ARE WELCOME!

On Thursday, March 30^th, thousands of neighbors, friends, colleagues, and new acquaintances will gather for conversations to share stories and generate ideas to address issues and opportunities affecting Southwest Floridians. 

Collaboratory, Collier Community Foundation, and Charlotte Community Foundation are partnering to present On the Table® SWFL. These gatherings will serve as a catalyst for regional collaboration to address issues and opportunities affecting area residents.

FGCU is also partnering with these organizations, and would like to invite you to host an On the Table SWFL conversation or participate in one. 

The conversations work best as a relaxed gathering of around 8-10 people over a meal or snack. You can host a conversation anywhere that participants can meet, talk, and brainstorm – at a local restaurant, school, community center, place of worship, library, office, retailer, – literally anywhere the host chooses. The chat can be sit-down, catered, picnic, or potluck. It can happen at breakfast, lunch, dinner, happy hour, or snack time. It can be a private discussion among invited contacts or an open session that connects you with people you haven’t met yet. It’s completely up to you!

Will you consider leading a conversation?  You can invite co-workers, family, and friends to join.

To become a host, please sign up through this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4AA5A72CA7FC1-fgcus

Once you sign up to host a table, you will be contacted to also signup through the On the Table website.  The 4:00-6:00 sessions will be at Einstein’s in the Cohen Student Union!

Hosts will be provided a host toolkit to help guide discussion. After the conversation, you and your guests will receive a survey to complete. Then, as a follow-up to On the Table SWFL, the foundations will share key findings with the community and work arm-in-arm to address issues identified. 

To sign up to join a hosted table, please go to https://onthetableswfl.com/join/

If you have any questions, please reach out to Tracie Beck at trbeck@fgcu.edu.  To learn more about On The Table SWFL, please visit https://onthetableswfl.com/.  Together, we can build a better Southwest Florida

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

More information will be found at sanibelmusicfestival.org; 239-745-4268

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab

239-745-4268

FGCU/Lutgert College of Business/CSCE will host a (45 mins) webinar

If you would like to attend, please register in advance.

NAME: Pete Russano

TITLE: Site Sourcing & Procurement Leader

TOPIC: “Supply Chain Organization Structures & Eponymous Roles – A Four Decade Retrospective”

DATE: Wednesday, April 12, 2023

TIME: 1:00 – 1:30pm  (ESTZone)

QUESTIONS: 1:30 – 1:45pm

REGISTRATION LINK

BIO:  Pete Russano is an Operations and Supply Chain Leader.  His career spans three decades across medical, industrial and consumer product industries.  He has held positions in manufacturing, sourcing, procurement, materials, logistics, 3PLs, transportation and supply chain management with organizations ranging from start-ups to multi-nationals.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the New York State University at Albany and an MBA in Operations and Strategy from the Carlson School of Management, the University of Minnesota.  He is Six-Sigma Green-Belt trained and earned a CPIM-certification from ASCM (formerly APICS), the association for supply chain for supply chain management.  Pete is a co-founder of the Supply Chain Forum of SWFL and serves on their Leadership Council. 

Pete currently serves as the Site Sourcing & Procurement Leader for Everaxis-USA in Naples, Florida.

Hope to see you online on Wed, April 12^th!

RSVP jleyden@fgcu.edu

This concert is free and open to the public

The Lucas Center is seeking Faculty Partners for the Fall 2023 Student-Faculty Partnership Program (SFPP).

Applications are open through Monday, April 24th, 2023 at 8am.

SFPP OVERVIEW

https://www.fgcu.edu/lucascenter/programs.aspx#StudentFacultyPartnershipProgram

The Student-Faculty Partnership Program (SFPP) at FGCU places one student and one faculty member in dialogue with each other for an entire semester.  Students work up to 6.5 hours per week in the paid role of teaching consultant to a faculty member, while faculty serve in the role of an equal partner, working with the student to accept feedback on various aspects of a specified course. Partners earn a stipend for their work. Through this program, student consultants analyze, affirm, and support the revision of classroom practice in the context of one of the faculty partner's courses with the goal of maximizing engagement and learning for all involved. Student and faculty partners take a range of approaches to their collaboration, starting with a focus on classroom practice and often expanding to consider curriculum, assessment, inclusion, and other dimensions of teaching. Overall, student and faculty partners work to develop a dialogue in the interest of improving the course.

APPLY HERE

This concert is free and open to the public

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

This concert is free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public

Students can set up their profiles here: https://fcc-vcf-csm.symplicity.com/students/?signin_tab=0

On April 26, 2023 from 9:00am - 12:00pm, join University Recreation & Wellness on the Cohen Lawn for Puppy Palooza!

We're excited to announce our 8th Coding Academy, exclusively for Middle School students, from July 10-13, 2023 (Mon-Thu) at FGCU (On-Campus). To register, visit our website via this short link: urlz.at/code. 

Students entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade in 2023-2024 are eligible to apply. Our immersive Coding Camp offers fun projects, activities, and valuable coding skills with Python. Also, Arthrex professionals and industry experts will interact with campers sharing about their coding experience. This is a unique opportunity for young students to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into the world of coding.

You can also find our poster and a video from one of our previous Middle School Coding Camps at https://urlz.at/codevideo.

The FGCU Alumni Association is Celebrating the Class of 2023 at Cantina 109 at the Gulf Coast Town Center on Wednesday, May 3 from 6-8pm. Graduating Seniors can enjoy one free Magarita and a complimentary taco bar to celebrate their accomplishments. Family, friends, alumni, and faculty/staff are encourage to attend by scanning the QR Code on the flyer to register for the event.

RSVP jleyden@fgcu.edu

ABSTRACT
Over the last decade, the number of SWIDs interested in postsecondary opportunities has increased. This is partially in response to the HEOA of 2008, which opened the door to more educational opportunities and supports for SWIDs; SWIDs can now consider college an option, not just a dream. As a result, the demand for new programs grows as more SWIDS and their families become aware of these life-changing educational opportunities. Presently, limited research focuses on the lived experiences of SWIDs in postsecondary education programs. The experiences SWIDs can provide are unique and invaluable when considering programmatic changes and university-wide culture surrounding the inclusion of these programs. Considering the daily academic, social, and work-related experiences that have impacted the SWIDs' educational journey is critical to program development and improvement. This qualitative study aimed to explore the SWIDs' journey through a novel postsecondary education program in Southwest Florida by documenting the unique lived experiences that can only be captured by those living through this process. A phenomenological study approach was utilized because it allows the researcher to describe the lived experiences of individuals regarding a phenomenon as described by the participants. SWIDs from a mid-sized university in Southwest Florida were interviewed. Data were also collected through video analysis, observations, interviews, and relevant documents such as the most recent IEP, psychological assessments, three letters of recommendation, a resume, and an optional portfolio. Through a two-phase data collection and analysis process, findings revealed themes of (a) learning, (b) growth, and (c) assimilation. While the SWIDs highlighted the aspects of the program that positively impacted their life and changed the trajectory of their career, the implications highlighted some necessary changes expressed by the SWIDs: (a) fully inclusive postsecondary opportunities provide SWIDs with the necessary skills for successful independent living and community-based employment, (b) residential life is a necessary component to obtain a full college experience, (c) campus-wide interconnectedness directly impacts outcomes for SWIDs. Addressing these implications and conducting future research could ensure adequate support and the appropriate experiences for SWIDs in postsecondary education.
Keywords: comprehensive postsecondary transition (CTP) programs, inclusion, postsecondary education programs, students with intellectual disabilities (SWIDs)

Part-Time Job Fair (Soarin4)
Wednesday, August 23 | 10am-2pm
A great opportunity for students who are looking for a part-time job while attending school. This event is open to all students seeking part-time employment and internship opportunities. With over 60 representatives from local employers and on-campus departments this is a one-stop shop job search event.

"Defining Civil Discourse at FGCU and Shaping the Future"

Continential Breakfast @ 9:45am

Program Begins @ 10:00am - 12:00pm

Unmasking AI in Student Writing: A Hands-On Workshop

During our workshop, you will have the opportunity to dive in with Generative AI and AI detectors to learn what they do, what they can’t do, and the lingo around the AI detecting process. Sample papers and prompts will be provided for you to practice with in the very same AI detecting software you will be using inside your own classrooms to assess student writing. Attendees will leave this workshop with a new familiarity for detecting AI writing and will have the opportunity to join one of the Teaching Academies offered by the Department of Digital Learning, each of which has a module focused on Artificial Intelligence.

Getting Started with GenAI 

1. Demystifying Generative AI: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Magic (video, 2:21)
2. AI Language Models: Revolutionizing Communication in the Digital Age (video, 5:17)
3. AI writing detection update from Turnitin's Chief Product Officer  

Sign-up Here for September 6 Session

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

Unmasking AI in Student Writing: A Hands-On Workshop

During our workshop, you will have the opportunity to dive in with Generative AI and AI detectors to learn what they do, what they can’t do, and the lingo around the AI detecting process. Sample papers and prompts will be provided for you to practice with in the very same AI detecting software you will be using inside your own classrooms to assess student writing. Attendees will leave this workshop with a new familiarity for detecting AI writing and will have the opportunity to join one of the Teaching Academies offered by the Department of Digital Learning, each of which has a module focused on Artificial Intelligence.

Getting Started with GenAI 

1. Demystifying Generative AI: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Magic (video, 2:21)
2. AI Language Models: Revolutionizing Communication in the Digital Age (video, 5:17)
3. AI writing detection update from Turnitin's Chief Product Officer  

Sign-up Here for September 7 Session

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

Enhancing Learning through Guided Interaction with Chat-GPT-based Bots

In this presentation, Dr. Piyush Shah will share a novel approach to utilizing Chat-GPT-based bots trained for specific chapter content. Dr. Shah will demonstrate how guided interaction between students and an instructor-trained Chat-GPT bot enables students to engage with personalized topics, allowing them to both meet minimum standards and explore higher levels of understanding. In addition, Dr. Shah will share the code that will help participants create their own content-specific bot. The design, implementation, and evaluation of this Chat-GPT-based learning approach demonstrates promising results in bridging the gap between personalized instruction and conventional classroom settings.

Sign-up Here for September 12 Session

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

FGCU has entered into a pilot with Pangea, the creators of Alethea, a Generative AI enhanced course materials engagement tool, designed to ensure students learn and apply the concepts from the materials in courses: textbook chapters, journal articles, handouts, etc.  The faculty, from multiple disciplines, who have integrated Alethea into their courses will provide an overview of how the platform is impacting student learning.

Sign-up Here for September 19 Session

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

Please join faculty, students, and representatives from CampUS Life and the Office of Student Conduct for an open discussion on Artificial Intelligence platforms and their impact in the classroom. Panelists will share their experiences with allegations of academic misconduct and discuss ways that we as a community can communicate more effectively about the use of Artificial Intelligence for teaching and learning.

Sign-up Here for September 27 Session

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

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NAME: Matthew Morris

TITLE: Chief Operating Officer – Cassidy Consulting Group (C2G)

TOPIC: Billion Dollar Behaviors: Navigating Project Management’s Human Element

DATE: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

TIME: 1:00 – 1:30pm  (ESTZone)

QUESTIONS: 1:30 – 1:45pm

REGISTRATION LINK

BIO:  Matthew Morris is an industry recognized subject matter expert in project controls and earned value management systems. Early in his career he managed the $2.7B Capital Improvements Program for the District of Columbia and was an adjunct professor teaching the capstone course (M290) for the George Washington University’s Masters in Program Management curriculum. As a senior leader at IBM, Mr. Morris developed and implemented IBM Federal’s capture and proposal management process. He managed some of IBM Federal’s largest government contracts including the CMS Healthcare General Ledger and Accounting System (HIGLAS). Mr. Morris was the President and CEO of Project and Program Management Solutions, International (PPMS) for 14 years. During this time, he developed and implemented the Federal government’s first cabinet-level agency EVMS at the Office of Personnel Management. During the span of his career, he’s contributed to the ANSI/EIA 748 Standard for Earned Value Management, the GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide, and GAO Schedule Assessment Guide. Mr. Morris has lectured internationally including India, China, and Europe. He recently left an executive level position with General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) leading their corporate program management and scheduling group to take a position as the Chief Operating Officer at Cassidy Consulting Group. He is married to Adrienne Morris; they have two adult children and live in Naples, FL.

Hope to see you online Wedesday, September 13, 2023!

Tickets are $15 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts; 239-745-4268

Please find the invitation to the first general body meeting for the fall semester of Alianza: Alliance for Hispanic/ Latinx Employees of Florida Gulf Coast University. We will be meeting on Wednesday September 27^th at 9:00am – 10:00am in Merwin 110. The mission of Alianza is to create opportunities for support, networking, service, and professional development of Hispanic/Latino/a/x faculty and staff members of FGCU while building community and promoting cultural awareness. These meetings are open to all FGCU Faculty & Staff.

Virtual Sessions with Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator:

The author of the best-selling book, The AI Classroom: Teaching & Learning in the Artificial Intelligence Revolution, Dan Fitzpatrick, imparts invaluable insights and tactics for harnessing AI in education. His work has earned him esteemed accolades such as the Tech Champion Award at the Digital Industry Dynamite Awards in 2022, and recognition in the latest EdTech50 awards.  (theAIeducator.io)

Keynote:  Where Dan Fitzpatrick will unveil the profound potential of AI in education, guiding you through today’s landscape and into tomorrow's horizon.  Benefits from this session include:

• A deeper understanding of the essence of AI and its role in education.
• Discover actionable strategies to implement AI in your current context.
• Gain foresight into the future of AI in education,
• Be inspired by the transformative potential of AI, sparking creativity and innovation in your teaching approach.

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

Virtual Sessions with Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator:

The author of the best-selling book, The AI Classroom: Teaching & Learning in the Artificial Intelligence Revolution, Dan Fitzpatrick, imparts invaluable insights and tactics for harnessing AI in education. His work has earned him esteemed accolades such as the Tech Champion Award at the Digital Industry Dynamite Awards in 2022, and recognition in the latest EdTech50 awards.  (theAIeducator.io)

Strategy Session for Leadership:  In this session, Dan Fitzpatrick will delve into the three-box solution to innovation, the intricacies of AI policy and the formulation of strategic planning.  Benefits from this session include:

• Thorough understanding of AI and its potential applications in education.
• Gain knowledge about AI policy, crucial for making informed decisions about AI implementation.
• A structured approach to embrace innovation, ensuring they stay ahead in the rapidly evolving educational landscape.
• Develop a robust strategy for AI integration, allowing institutions to leverage technology effectively and responsibly.

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.

Virtual Sessions with Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator:

The author of the best-selling book, The AI Classroom: Teaching & Learning in the Artificial Intelligence Revolution, Dan Fitzpatrick, imparts invaluable insights and tactics for harnessing AI in education. His work has earned him esteemed accolades such as the Tech Champion Award at the Digital Industry Dynamite Awards in 2022, and recognition in the latest EdTech50 awards.  (theAIeducator.io)

Keynote:  Where Dan Fitzpatrick will unveil the profound potential of AI in education, guiding you through today’s landscape and into tomorrow's horizon.  Benefits from this session include:

• A deeper understanding of the essence of AI and its role in education.
• Discover actionable strategies to implement AI in your current context.
• Gain foresight into the future of AI in education,
• Be inspired by the transformative potential of AI, sparking creativity and innovation in your teaching approach.

Please contact Julie Eacho (jeacho@fgcu.edu) to request a Zoom link.