First Year Experience

Eagles in 25

Starting the next phase of your life as an FGCU student is easy thanks to the Eagles in 25 program. Students will attend events in six specialized categories designed to help you start your first year off right. Earn 25 points by the end of your first year and when you finish, you'll be soaring like an Eagle. And remember, the more events you attend, the more points you accumulate to earn prizes!

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Engagement
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This category is about developing your personal connection to FGCU through opportunities that help you to engage with your campus and your peers. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Weeks of Welcome Events
- Office of Student Involvement Events
- Eagles in 25 Signature Events
Academic Success
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This category is about strengthening your academic skills to thrive in college. Learning in college will be different than high school, but these programs will ease the transition. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Eagles Read Events
- Center for Academic Achievement Events
- Wilson G. Bradshaw Library Events
- Student Success Fair
Global Perspectives
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This category is about developing a diverse and global perspective through learning about how you perceive your own identity and the identity of people with whom you interact. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Multicultural & Leadership Development Events
- Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance Events
- Global Initiatives & International Services Events
- Emerging Eagles Program Participation
Lifestyles
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This category is about learning how to make choices that enhance personal wellness. Your lifestyle will change during your first year, but learning how to make healthy choices will make all the difference. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Prevention & Wellness Events
- University Recreation & Wellness Events
Exploration
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This category is about exploring your interests and how they connect to your major. You'll have lots of options at FGCU, but finding a major and career that fits your strengths, interests, and abilities is key. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Understanding Financial Aid Workshop
- Career Development Services Events or Appointment
- Academic Advisor Appointments
Service in Sustainability
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This category is about learning how to promote sustainability while serving your community. At FGCU, you learn to serve and serve to learn. Start your hours early to maximize the experience. Some events you may attend as a part of this category include:
- Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Workshop
- Complete at Least 10 Hours of Service-Learning During Your First Year

How Do I Earn 25 Points?

It's simple...if you attend events in the categories listed above, you will earn points. All incoming students will start their first semester having earned 1-point for attending Eagle View Orientation. Each event listed above is worth 2-points, so if you attend two events in each category, you'll have earned 25-points by the end of your first year. When you reach 25 points, you'll be entered into a drawing to win prizes, and who doesn't love free stuff?

Experiences From Eagles in 24

Brianna Sandner

Tampa, FL ∙ Sociology Major

"Eagles in 24 inspired me to get out by participating in events on campus (or virtual) during my first year at FGCU. It also made me aware of all the helpful resources the school offers so I know how to make the best of my college career."

Jonathan Goldberg

Boynton Beach, FL ∙ Civil Engineering Major

"The Eagles in 24 program has provided information and tips on how to be successful academically and socially during my freshman year by holding informative meetings and events that educate students on different aspects of college life."

Maxym Fairall

Melitopol, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Ukraine ∙ Cape Coral, Florida ∙ Pre-Nursing Major

"Eagles in 24 has exposed me to dozens of different opportunities that I could be involved with on campus. From learning about Financial Aid, to learning about resources offered by the Library, to many others, I believe that it substantially assisted me with acclimating to the college lifestyle."

Questions?

Whether its about Eagles in 25 events, or just general questions about the program and how to get involved, the staff in First Year Experience want to hear from you.

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