Alumni Chapters

Greetings Eagles of Cape Coral!

The FGCU Cape Coral chapter aims to build a stronger post-graduate experience, helping you connect with fellow Eagles and providing you with resources for networking and professional development. If you have ideas for future events, exciting news you'd like to share with the chapter, please feel free to reach out!
Michael Santacroce '20
Cape Coral Chapter President 

For more information about the FGCU Cape Coral Eagles Chapter, email Michael.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email Office of Alumni Relations.

Greetings Eagles,

 

I would like to extend South Florida's Warmest Welcome to all Alumni who reside in Sunny South Florida! The Fort-Lauderdale Eagles Chapter is here to serve as a resource for you. Our goal is to provide you the space to explore professional development opportunities, and engage at social gatherings with your fellow Alumni. Together we can create life-long memories beyond the classroom, and that's the FGCU effect! I welcome the opportunity to speak to you about details for upcoming events and hearing your suggestions, as I look forward to interacting with you soon! 

Chelsea Mills '19
Fort Lauderdale Chapter President

For more information about the FGCU Fort Lauderdale Eagles Chapter, email Chelsea.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

Welcome, City of Palms Eagles!

The FGCU Fort Myers Eagles chapter exists to be a resource for all FGCU graduates as we strive to build a strong alumni community in the area. Join us at our ongoing social and networking events, as well as opportunities for community involvement. WINGS UP!

Joe Sarracino  '20
Fort Myers Chapter President 

Andres Velosa '19
Fort Myers Chapter Vice President

Nina Morice '20
Fort Myers Chapter Secretary 

Sam Palmisano '19 '20 '22
Fort Myers Chapter Treasurer 

 

For more information about the FGCU Fort Myers Eagles Chapter, email Joe. 

The FGCU Gainesville Eagles Chapteris a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Gainesville by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!
Bryan Coronel '17
Gainesville Chapter President 

For more information about the FGCU Gainesville Eagles Chapter, email Bryan. 

If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU Jacksonville Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Jacksonville by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Kennedy Mitchko '18
Jacksonville Chapter President

 

Brierra Mack '18
Jacksonville Chapter Secretary 

Kelsea Peacock '18
Jacksonville Chapter Treasurer
 
For more information about the FGCU Jacksonville Eagles, email Kennedy. 

Greetings Eagles of Naples!

 

The purpose of the FGCU Naples Eagle Chapter is to help establish a presence in the local area as well as be a resource for current and future alumni of FGCU. We aim to exemplify our “Once an Eagle, always an Eagle,” FGCU spirit by creating a network of professionals, having constant social and networking events, and opportunities for community involvement.
McKenzie Van-Essen Morris '14
Naples Chapter Co-President 

Jenny Parrish '19
Naples Chapter Co-President

Viri Martinez '15
Naples Chapter Vice President 

Alexa Nargi '17
Naples Chapter Secretary

Natalie Finazzo '19
Naples Chapter Treasurer 

 

For more information about the FGCU Naples Eagles Chapter, email McKenzie and Jenny.

The FGCU Orlando Eagles Chapteris a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Orlando by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Sara Miller '14
Orlando Chapter President 

Jenna Gillan '17
Orlando Chapter Vice President 

Jonathan Ben-David '17
Orlando Chapter Secretary 

Taylor Badonsky '14
Orlando Chapter Treasurer

For more information about the FGCU Orlando Eagles Chapter email Sara.

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Welcome Eagles!

The FGCU Sarasota Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Sarasota by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Jim Dailey '12
Sarasota Chapter Co-President

 

Danielle Visone '14 '16
Sarasota Chapter Co-President

 

For more information about the FGCU Sarasota Eagles Chapter, email Jim and Danielle.

If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU Tallahassee Eagles Chapteris a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Gainesville by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

David Gorlicki '19
Tallahassee Chapter Presdient 

For more information about the FGCU Tallahassee Eagles Chapter, email David.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU Tampa Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Tampa by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Alex Bethune '15
Tampa Chapter President

Kayla Branham '17
Tampa Chapter Vice President

For more information about the FGCU Tampa Eagles Chapter, email Alex.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU West Palm Beach Eagles is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in West Palm Beach by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!
Carlos Ospina '18
West Palm Beach Chapter President

Sean Gordon '13
West Palm Beach Chapter Vice President

Jessica Held '18
West Palm Beach Chapter Secretary

For more information about the FGCU West Palm Beach Eagles Chapter, email Carlos.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU North Carolina Eagles is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in North Carolina by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Skye Gonzalez '16
North Carolina Chapter President 

 

Marissa Maravilla '17
North Carolina Chapter Vice President

Jackie Llorca '15
North Carolina Chapter Secretary

Avery Singleton '16 '19
North Carolina Chapter Treasurer 

For more information about the FGCU North Carolina Eagles Chapter, email Skye.

As the president of the FGCU New York City Eagles, I extend my warm greetings. The purpose of the FGCU New York City Chapter is to continue the FGCU experience for alumni and to build a sense of community by providing social and professional activities in an inclusive environment, to provide support to current students and recent graduates moving to the area, and to promote Florida Gulf Coast University. We encourage you to reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more or to provide ideas. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Joseph Marro '11
New York City Chapter President

 

For more information about the FGCU NYC Eagles Chapter, email Joseph.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

Greetings FGCU alumni and friends! Whether you graduated 10 years ago or just this past year, there are numerous ways for you to stay connected with FGCU and one another right here in our own community. The FGCU D.C. Eagles Chapter, is actively planning events that range in interest from networking and professional development to service and social gatherings. We encourage you to get involved and expand your alumni network. I look forward to seeing you at upcoming events!

Pero Jolevski '07
Washington, D.C. Chapter President

 

For more information about the FGCU Washington D.C. Eagles Chapter, email Pero.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

 The FGCU Chicago Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Chicago by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Jordan Davis '19
Chicago Chapter President

 

For more information about the FGCU Chicago Eagles Chapter, email Jordan.

If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

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The FGCU Nashville Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Nashville by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!
Jason Finan '18
Nashville Chapter Co-President

Chauntel K. Brown '13 '19
Nashville Chapter Co-President

For more information about the Nashville Chapter, email Jason and Chauntel.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

 Welcome, Rocky Mountain Eagles! 

 

Make sure to check out the FGCU Rocky Mountain Eagles Chapter for any announcements or upcoming events! If you have ideas for future events, exciting news you'd like to share, or would like to find ways to get involved and stay connected with the chapter, feel free to reach out, I'm happy to be a resource for you!

We'll see you soon!
Luis Vargas '14
Rocky Mountain Chapter President

Sara Biro '20
Rocky Mountain Chapter Vice President

For more information about the Rocky Mountain Chapter, email Luis.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

The FGCU Los Angeles Eagles Chapter is a great way for all local FGCU alumni, family and friends to stay connected and benefit from professional networking, social, and service opportunities right here in our own community.  Join us in promoting FGCU in Nashville by following our Chapter page on Facebook for updates on events throughout the year.  Wings up!

Elana Beame '17
Los Angeles Chapter President

For more information about the San Francisco Eagles Chapter, email Elana. 
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

Bay Area Alumni try to meet a few times a year. Since we represent Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Emeryville, and Marin, we try to keep them casual and accessible, mostly to network, discuss start-up horror stories, and to watch the latest FGCU athletes compete. Isaac Roman '12

San Francisco Chapter President 

 

For more information about the San Francisco Eagles Chapter, email Isaac.
If you are interested in becoming a Chapter Leader, email the Office of Alumni Relations.

• Chapter Manual
• Confidentiality Agreement  
• FGCU Branding & Design Guidelines 
• Gift cards and Certificates Policy
  
• Prizes and Awards Policy 
• Reimbursement Procedures

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Planning chapter events can be challenging for both new and seasoned volunteers. We're here to help! Alumni chapter volunteers and Alumni Association staff have compiled these downloadable handouts on Chapter Best Practices. Each version contains information on Alumni Association initiatives, helpful tips for planning events and chapter marketing, as well as outside-the-box ideas to make each event your own.  

Please contact your chapter liaison for more information. 

 

• Event Planning 101
• Social Media 101
• Planning Speaker Events
• Professional Networking Nights
• Update Contact Information Sheet
• Attendance Sheet

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• Email Request Form
• Event Proposal Form
• Event Summary Form
• Recommittment Form
• Reimbursement Form
• Chapter Meeting Minutes Template
• Chapter Treasurer Template

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Top 10 reasons to support annual giving

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