FGCU spirit Fridays

September 03, 2026

A new tradition is taking flight at FGCU. Faculty and staff are embracing FGCU Spirit Fridays by wearing emerald green and cobalt blue as a visible expression of Eagle pride and community.

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A group of FGCU staff wearing green shirts pose for a photo inside the university recreation building. The group stands in front of a large mural featuring blue and green wings and the words “Flex Your Wings,” with several participants making the FGCU hand sign.

University Recreation & Wellness staff complete their student kickoff training session ahead of the fall semester.

Two individuals stand inside Alico Arena and pose for a photo while making the Wings Up salute. One person wears a blue FGCU T-shirt, and the other wears a blue polo shirt. A blue-and-green wall and a counter are visible in the background.

George Lang, Eagle Media advisor, and Lisa Neris, Basic Needs Initiatives program manager, volunteer to help set up for the Welcome to the Nest event.

Two people wearing blue FGCU-branded shirts stand together outdoors under a pavilion, giving the “Wings Up” salute. Several attendees gather at a table in the background.

Liz Molina, Human Resources operations specialist, and Peter Wukitsch, Student Care Services coordinator, give the Wings Up sign.

Six people wearing green and blue FGCU apparel stand in a row inside Alico Arena, posing in front of gold, blue, green and white balloons. A trophy display case is behind them, and cases of bottled water are stacked nearby.

Housing & Residence Life staff assist with student move-in at North Lake Village.