Signature Events
Strikes for Scholarships
The annual bowling fundraiser was held on Sept. 14, 2019 at HeadPinz in Fort Myers.
Homecoming
Reunite with your fellow Eagles and enjoy a weekend of fun.
Events Calendar
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Online Webinar: The Science of Mental Preparation: How to Get Psyched Up for Your Biggest Professional Moments | 5 | 12 | 2019 | 12 pm EST | 1 | 1 | Virtual |
The FGCU Alumni Webinars and Online Events presents: "The Science of Mental Preparation: How to Get Psyched Up for Your Biggest Professional Moments"
The last few minutes before a major challenge can be terrifying. Ever wished you knew how to manage your emotions--and in particular, your anxiety and confidence--in the moments before a make-or-break meeting, pitch, or interview? Author and journalist Daniel McGinn will share new, research driven strategies on using rituals, music, pep talks, and other techniques to activate your talent, optimize your emotions, and put you in the perfect mindset for taking the spotlight.
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Online Webinar: Building Empathy in a Fractured World | 11 | 12 | 2019 | 12 pm EST | 1 | 1 | Virtual |
The FGCU Alumni Webinars and Online Events presents: "Building Empathy in a Fractured World"
Join social neuroscientist and popular author Jamil Zaki to explore how anyone can build empathy to improve their lives, relationships, and even our culture. Levels of empathy are eroding in society, which likely contributes to growing conflict and tribalism. Fortunately, it's possible to build our empathy muscles to help stem this negative tide. Empathy in action can change our professional, creative, and personal relationships for the better with simple strategies you can start implementing in your own life.
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Washington, DC Chapter: H oliday Happy Hour Party | 5 | 12 | 2019 | 6:30 pm | 1 | 3 | Dacha Beer Garden 1600 7th St NW Washington, DC 20001 |
Enjoy a chance to meet fellow Eagles for networking and holiday cheer! Appetizers will be provided by the Washington, DC Chapter of the FGCU Alumni Association.
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Sarasota Chapter: FGCU & Brew SRQ | 6 | 12 | 2019 | 6 pm | 1 | 3 | Mandeville Beer Garden Mandeville Beer Garden 428 N. Lemon Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 |
Join us and connect with fellow Eagles at FGCU & Brew SRQ at Mandeville Beer Garden.
The event is free and complimentary appetizers will be provided by the Sarasota Chapter of the FGCU Alumni Association.
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Tailgate: Men’s Basketball vs. Robert Morris | 7 | 12 | 2019 | 5:30 pm | 1 | 4 | Alico Arena |
This tailgate will serve as the Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Party for the FGCU Greek Alumni Network - put on your tackiest sweater and join us at Alico Arena as we prepare the cheer on the Eagles!
All alumni and guests are welcome to attend - please register below.
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Cap Decorating Party | 11 | 12 | 2019 | 6 pm | 1 | 4 | Cohen Center 214 |
Bring your graduation cap and decorate it to make a statement at commencement! Enjoy
food, fun and creativity with your fellow classmates. |
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Grad Bash | 12 | 12 | 2019 | 7 pm | 1 | 4 | The Key's Bar & Grille |
This FREE celebration includes exclusive 2019 glassware and drink, food and fun!
Registration is Required. |
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Tailgate: Women’s Basketball vs. Liberty | 6 | 1 | 2020 | 5:30 pm | 1 | 4 | Alico Arena |
Join us at Alico Arena as we prepare the cheer on the Eagles! All alumni and guests are welcome to attend - please register below.
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Online Webinar: Use Design Thinking to Solve Problems and Take Command of Your Life | 14 | 1 | 2020 | 12 pm EST | 1 | 1 | Virtual |
The FGCU Alumni Webinars and Online Events presents: "Use Design Thinking to Solve Problems and Take Command of Your Life"
Start 2020 off right with an invaluable look at how the principles of design thinking can help you make better decisions both personally and professionally. Design thinking is a process for creative problem solving that has become a mainstay of entrepreneurs and large companies. Learn how to apply these principles in your daily life to make achieving your goals and solving difficult problems a repeatable habit. The webinar will be presented by design thinking expert Dr. Bernard Roth. Roth has taught courses on creativity and design thinking for more than 40 years and is a co-founder of the cutting-edge d.school for design.
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Tailgate: Men’s Basketball vs. Kennesaw State | 16 | 1 | 2020 | 5:30 om | 1 | 4 | Join us at Alico Arena as we prepare the cheer on the Eagles! All alumni and guests
are welcome to attend - please register below.
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HOMECOMING: The Launch | 5 | 2 | 2020 | 12 p.m. | 1 | 3 | Library Lawn |
The Launch celebrates the beginning of Homecoming Week in a pep rally style with the band, cheerleaders, basketball team and coaches. There will be free food, prizes, and fun for everyone in the FGCU community! |
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HOMECOMING: Comedy Show | 5 | 2 | 2020 | 8 p.m. | 1 | 3 | Cohen Center Ballroom |
The Comedy Show will feature a stand-up show from a comedian, who is TBD. The event will be free, however, tickets will be required for entry and a limited number of alumni tickets will be available. More details to come! |
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HOMECOMING: Wings Up Wine Tour | /alumni/events/homecoming/images/WineTour.png | 6 | 2 | 2020 | 5:30 p.m. | 1 | 2 | Alumni Legacy Plaza |
The Wings Up Wine Tour is designed to show alumni the newest additions to campus while enjoying fine wine from the FGCU Wine Collection. Take a seat with Azul on the Alumni Legacy Plaza, be the first to explore the new University Recreation & Wellness Center and enjoy a brew in Azul’s Brewhouse.
Space is limited and registration is required.
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HOMECOMING: Men’s Basketball vs Stetson | 6 | 2 | 2020 | 7 p.m. | 1 | 4 | Alico Arena |
Your Eagles take on the Stetson Hatters in an ASUN Conference game. Wear Pink & buy our OFFICIAL 2019-20 “Eagles Are Stronger Than Cancer” shirts for $15 to support the Coaches vs Cancer Foundation.
Tickets Onsale: 12/2/2019 at 9:00 am |
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HOMECOMING: Alumni Awards | 7 | 2 | 2020 | 6 p.m. | 1 | 2 | Lutgert Courtyard |
Alumni Awards celebration is a time to honor our Soaring Eagle Awardees and Alumni of Distinction. Registration is required for all alumni, faculty/staff and community members.
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HOMECOMING: University Recreation & Wellness Center Grand Opening | 7 | 2 | 2020 | 3 p.m. | 1 | 3 | University Recreation & Wellness Center |
The University Recreation & Wellness Center (URWC) has been highly anticipated and awaited by students, faculty, staff, university administrators and alumni. With the event being held during Homecoming weekend, we are excited for alumni and community members to tour the building and share in the celebration. The building will have already opened for use in January for the start of the spring semester, but this will be the formal grand opening ceremony with a ribbon cutting, special guests and unique giveaways. |
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HOMECOMING: Eagle Fan Fest | 7 | 2 | 2020 | 7 p.m. | 1 | 2 | University Recreation & Wellness Center |
The Eagle Fan Fest is an opportunity for the FGCU community to come together and create excitement for Homecoming. There will be food and eating contests, plenty of food and games, prizes and raffles, tours of the new rec center, as well as possible raffles every half hour and axe throwing. |
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HOMECOMING: Tailgate | /alumni/events/homecoming/images/Tailgate.jpg | 8 | 2 | 2020 | 3 p.m. | 1 | 3 | Recreation Outdoor Complex (Outside Alico Arena) |
Open to all alumni, students, faculty/staff and fans of FGCU, the Homecoming Tailgate will feature a live band, face paint, BBQ, beer garden, inflatables and representatives from student organizations. Alumni, faculty/staff and community member registration is required.
Alumni/community registration is required. Free for FGCU Students.
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HOMECOMING:Women’s Basketball vs North Florida | 8 | 2 | 2020 | 4p.m. | 1 | 1 | Alico Arena |
Your Eagles take on the North Florida Ospreys in an ASUN Conference game. Wear Green to celebrate FGCU Homecoming.
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HOMECOMING: Men’s Basketball vs North Florida | 8 | 2 | 2020 | 7 p.m. | 1 | 1 | Alico Arena |
Your Eagles take on the North Florida Ospreys in an ASUN Conference game. Wear Green to celebrate FGCU Homecoming. The Homecoming court will be announced at halftime & the royalty revealed.
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HOMECOMING:Lunch with Azul and Friends | /alumni/events/homecoming/images/BreakfastAzul.jpg | 9 | 2 | 2020 | 12 p.m. | 1 | 3 | The Boardwalk |
Make plans for a delicious meal that comes with appearances by your favorite local mascots, including our own Azul ―and be sure to bring your camera. Games, giveaways and fun for our Future Eagles!
This is a complementary event, however, registration is required. Food may be purchased from The Boardwalk or Azul’s Brewhouse.
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Tailgate: Men’s Basketball vs. Jacksonville | 27 | 2 | 2020 | 5:30 pm | 1 | 4 | Alico Arena | Join us at Alico Arena as we prepare the cheer on the Eagles! All alumni and guests
are welcome to attend - please register below.
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Tailgate: Women’s Basketball vs. Jacksonville | 2 | 3 | 2020 | 5:30 pm | 1 | 4 | Alico Arena | Join us at Alico Arena as we prepare the cheer on the Eagles! All alumni and guests
are welcome to attend - please register below.
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SAVE THE DATE: FGCU Fishing Invitational | 28 | 3 | 2020 |