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Emily Ford, Editor-in-Chief Hello, Eagles! Congratulations and welcome to Florida Gulf Coast University. You have made an excellent choice at continuing your education at this vibrant and rapidly growing university. There is no doubt that this next chapter of your life will be tough, but it will also be a fun and rewarding experience. FGCU is a wonderful place that is full of countless opportunities. My best advice for you would be to take the time while you are here to explore your passions. There are so many ways to express yourself on campus. Take advantage of these opportunities. My four years here have been so rewarding. This school has given me some of the best experiences of my life, and I am positive that by the time you’re a senior, you will be feeling the same way. From this guide, you will get a quick rundown of what is happening on campus and what it has to offer. I understand that many of you are on your own for the first time, and this change can be quite daunting. Just take it one day at a time. Go to class, get involved and, most importantly, read Eagle News. Good luck and I hope you enjoy your time here at FGCU. Emily Ford Editor-in-chief editorinchief@eaglenews.org @152emily
Jimena Tavel, Managing Editor Dear Eagles, I am honored to be the managing editor of Eagle News for the upcoming academic year. My name is Jimena Tavel and I am an international student from Tegucigalpa, Honduras. I am also a junior majoring in journalism and minoring in political science and French. I have been involved with Eagle News since my freshman year and our newsroom on McTarnaghan Hall 201 is now my second home. If you want to get involved with ENTV or the newspaper, email us, tweet at us or visit our newsroom. To all new Eagles, welcome to the nest! My advice to you is to make sure you’re always present. Put down your phone and focus on being 100 percent present in the moment. We have created this guide to help you succeed and we are excited to produce high-quality content that will enhance your FGCU experience throughout the year.
Jimena Tavel Managing Editor managing@eaglenews.org @taveljimena
Nikki Henkell, Business/Operations Manager Hi Eagles, My name is Nicole Henkell, but I much prefer Nikki. This is my senior year here at FGCU, and I will be graduating Spring 2017 with a degree in marketing and minor in advertising. I was born in California, raised in Arizona and became a Floridian about three years ago. In my free time, I play video games or hang out with my furbabies Stark and Navi. I also dabble in photography and love to do nature and animal photography. Florida has so many beautiful places to take photos, which is one of my favorite things about moving here. As the new business manager, I look forward to working with the Eagle News team as well as working with the local community to keep students better informed about local businesses and events. I hope you all have a wonderful school year and good luck!
Nikki Henkell Business/Operations Manager businessmanager@eaglenews.org @fgcueaglenews
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Student Government More information Mission To provide an intellectual, social, and cultural environment that maximizes student potential and enhances student success. Purpose To provide equal representation for all students at FGCU.
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Thieldens Elneus was elected as the student body president for a second time during the 2016 spring elections.
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Welcome to FGCU! Now that you are a member of The Nest, I task you with the responsibility to take a chance, learn a few things and make a difference in the community. The unique experiences I have had as a student at FGCU have opened my eyes to the amazing opportunities that this university has to offer. With over 200 organizations on campus, there is a place for everyone to make their mark. Each Eagle possesses the ability to bring a special experience or talent, making the campus, in my opinion, the best university in the state of Florida. As an Eagle, it is your responsibility to make a lasting impression on our campus and surrounding community. I urge you to make the most of your time here and take advantage of the vast resources available to you. Whether it be campus involvement, academic success or service learning, the mark you make and leave behind is what makes life here remarkable. Sincerely, Thieldens Elneus, a.k.a. “T.” Student Body President
Samantha Bastos Bradley Berry Miguel Castro Allyson Clancy Emma Cochran Justine Cusimano Mallory Donnelly Cathleen Evans Jason Finan Rhiannon Forry Kayla Gallagher Laura Gardner Amber Hamilton Connor Haydon Jessica Held Antonia Jacobse Nora Johnson
Montana Knight Emily Leyva Erica MacMillan Ted Michel Katherine Mulroy Paul Olivera Garrette Parsons Taylor Power Madeline Quinn Addison Rieves Brittany Rincon Michael Rybak Gabriella Silva Matthew Subbert Esteban Tavel Emily Whalen Elliott White
Contact The Student Government Office is located in the second floor of the Cohen Center. Their hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on weekends. Students can contact them at 239-5907739, or by emailing Elneus at sgpres@fgcu.edu or SG Senate President Jason Finan at sgsenate@fgcu.edu.
Hello everyone, My name is Rhema Thompson, and I’m the student media adviser here at Eagle News. These days, I enjoy discussing politics, 90s era pop music and terms I find in Urban Dictionary with my colleagues. But, once upon a time, I studied journalism at the University of Connecticut (Go Huskies!) and broadcast journalism at Columbia University (its basketball program is not so great, but I hear its journalism school is pretty good.) I also worked in the news business for about seven years at organizations such as CBS News and the Florida Times-Union, and I lived in a bunch of random places like Pittsburgh and China because that’s what 20-something-year-olds do sometimes. I’m also kind of a nerd — but the cool kind. I believe journalism still has the power to fuel democracy and change the world, and I believe the students at Eagle News will play a role in that mission. So, watch out, world. Rhema Thompson Student Media Adviser rhthompson@fgcu.edu @RhemaThompson
Hey there, new Eagles! Welcome to FGCU! My name is Katie Hopkins, and I am the new media editor and ENTV assistant director at Eagle News. I am going into my senior year and majoring in communication. As the media editor, I run all the social media accounts as well as the website for Eagle News. Make sure to give us a follow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! You’re on them all the time anyway, so you might as well follow us, right? And, as ENTV assistant director, I get to make some pretty cool videos for Eagle News! I am pretty much your typical college student. I love finding new shows to binge watch, so I can take a break from watching every episode of “The Office” for the tenth time. When I’m not in class or in the newsroom, I am most likely with Emily Ford. It is pretty much a guarantee. That is what happens when you work and live with your best friend. And, if for some reason I am not with her, I am probably watching a makeup tutorial wishing I could get my contour that on point. I am really looking forward to the coming year! Go Eagles! Katie Hopkins Media Editor/ ENTV Assistant Director media@eaglenews.org/ entvassistant@eaglenews.org @khop_20
Hello there, Eagles! My name is Cameron Thomas, but most people just call me “Cam.” I was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida, home to the No. 1 beach in Florida! I have a few passions; two of them have brought me to places many people dream about going to. Soccer is a big part of my life that has enabled me to see many parts of the world as well as photography. Finding me will be hard because I’m always on the go, trying to create and capture! With the opportunity as the photo editor for Eagle News, I am excited to create and share a unique perspective of FGCU. I hope you enjoy my work, and do not hesitate to say hello! I’m outgoing! Cam Thomas Photography Editor photography@eaglenews.org @ballercam10x
Hey Eagles! My name is Jen Fonseca, and I’ll be your assistant photo editor of Eagle News. I’m a junior majoring in communication with a concentration in public relations. I’m from Tampa, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning and — let’s not forget — Gasparilla. In my free time, I love going to music festivals, crafting and, of course, playing with my puppy. I also enjoy supporting the Greek community whenever I can with my sisters and, of course, making a bracket for the bachelor/ bachelorette. When I’m not doing any of these activities, you can find me watching hockey or binge watching “Grey’s Anatomy.” I’m looking forward to seeing all of you at events this year. If you see me around campus, don’t be shy come say “hi!” Jennifer Fonseca Assistant Photography Editor photography@eaglenews.org @jennifer_fons
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Colleges College of Education
Interim Dean: Ivan Banks Advising office main number: 239-590-7778 Advising office email: coecontact@fgcu.edu
College of Arts and Sciences
Dean: Robert Gregerson Advising office main number: 239-590-7196 Advising office email: casadv@fgcu.edu
U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering
Dean: Richard Behr Advising office main number: 239-590-1445 Advising office email: engineer@fgcu.edu
Lutgert College of Business
Dean: Robert Beatty Advising office main number: 239-590-7302 Advisor email: bbattey@fgcu.edu
College of Health Professions & Social Work
Name of Dean: Mitchell L. Cordova Advising office main number: 239-590-7391 Advisor email: sstraw@fgcu.edu
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Game Design Club Gamma Sigma Epsilon Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) Gender Equality Organization (GEO) German Club Global Medical Brigades (GMB) Gulf Coast Wesley Foundation (GCWF)
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Engineers Society of Women Engineers A Step Above Perfection (ASAP) Sociology Club Accounting Society Eagle Runners Club Spa Club Active Minds Eagles Educate of SFEA Spear Fishing Actuarial Science Club (Actuary Eagles for Liberty (E4L) National Association for Catering Sports Medicine Club Club) and Events Student Chapter Eagles Gather (EG) Student National Medical African Student Association National Black Law Students Eagles of Tomorrow Association - Minority Alpha Eta Mu Beta at FGCU Association (NBLSA) Engineering and Computer Association of Pre-Medical (AEMB) National Society of Black Science Honor Society Students Alpha Phi Omega Engineers (Engineering Honor Society) Student Occupational Therapy Alpha Psi Omega National Haitian Student Organization National Society of Leadership Enlighten Us Association Theatre Honor Society (APO) (H.S.O) and Success Equestrian Club Student Organization of Nurse American Society of Civil Health in Education No Race / No Hate Exercise Science Student Anethesia Engineers Health in Occupations Students Nursing Student Association Association (ESSA) Student Physical Therapy Amnesty International of America association Anthropology Club (Anthro Club) Hillel Students For Children Aquila Editorial Board Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hobby Game Club Omicron Delta Kappa Students For Environmental Arts Exploration Club (FGCU (FCA) Operation: Support Our Troops Justice Hockey Art Club) FGCU Car Club Outdoor Adventure Club Hospitality Management Students for Sensible Drug Policy Astrophysics Club FGCU CHAARG Association Students Interested in Student Aviation Club FGCU Chemistry Club Affairs Paintball FGCU College Youth in Students Promoting Industrial Pause for Paws Government (FGCU College YIG) I Am That Girl (IATG) and Organizational Psychology Ballroom Club Ignite Phi Alpha Delta FGCU Eagles Ultimate Students Who Served: A Baseball Club IMA Student Chapter (IMASC) Phi Alpha Honor Society FGCU eSports (eSports) Community for All Beta Alpha Psi Impact Christian Campus Phi Alpha theta FGCU Foam Fighting Club Sub30 Beta Beta Beta National Fellowship (ICCF) Phi Eta Sigma (FGCU FFC) Surfing Biological Honor Society (Tri Improv Club (Improv) Phi Sigma Tau (Mu Chapter) FGCU FPRA Swimming Beta) INTENSITY Philosophy Club FGCU Growth International Biology CLub International Organization Photography Club Volunteer Excursions Biomedical Engineering Society FGCU Gymnastics Club Tennis Club InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Pi Sigma Epsilon (BMES) The Business & (IVCF) Pre-Veterinary Society FGCU Habitat for Humanity Black Student Alliance (BSA) Entrepreneurship Club (BEC) Project Art Therapy for (H4H) The Composers Guild Children’s Health FGCU Hammock Club Kamotion Dance Team The FGCU Red Cross Psi Chi FGCU Hiking Club Caribbean Student Association FGCU Men’s Soccer Club Kappa Delta Pi The International Business Psychology Club (CSA) Association Public Health Student FGCU Physique and Fitness Club Kappa Kappa Psi Mu Upsilon Catholic Student Organization Chapter The Vine U Association FGCU Powerlifting Chabad Jewish Student Group Kingdom Life Advancement THRIVE@FGCU FGCU Pre-Dental Society Cheer Club Ministry To Write Love On Hers Arm FGCU Rescue Team Chi Alpha (XA) Quidditch FGCU Chapter FGCU Scuba Club Circle K International Turning Point USA FGCU FGCU Society for Human Club Manager’s Association of Resource Management (SHRM) Lacrosse (Mens) America (CMAA) Reformed University Fellowship Lacross (Womens) FGCU Spanish Club Coalition of Black Organizational FGCU Table Tennis Club University Design Group (Design Relay For Life of FGCU Lambda Alpha Epsilon - Tau Leaders Club) Roller Derby Club Omicron Rho FGCU To Write Love on Her Coffee and Controversy Roller Hockey Lambda Pi Eta - Sigma Lota Arms University Chapter Cohen Center Advisory Board Rotaract Club FGCU Women’s Club Volleyball Chapter (CCAB) Video Game Club Rowing Club Latin American Student Team College Democrats Volleyball Club (Men’s) Rugby (Mens) Organization FGCU Yoga Club College Republicans VOX: Voices of Planned Rugby (Womens) Leadership Through Service Florida Engineering Society at Community Cooperative Drop Off Florida Gulf Coast University Parenthood (VOX) LGBT Pride Club Computer Science Club (CS Life Cycle Student Chapter Club) FGCU Fencing Eagles Cosplay and Costuming Club Sailing Club Wakeboarding FGCU Student Alumni (CCC) Mangrove Club (Mangrove) Secondary Teacher Advocating Wandering Eagles Association Creative Writing Club (CWC) Martial Arts Club Readiness Water Polo Club Florida Water Environment Master of Social Work Student Sigma Tau Delta Wildlife Club Association FGCU Student Association (MSWSA) Signing Eagles Women’s Basketball Club Chapter Dance Company (FGCU DC) Mathematics Club (Math Club) Slackline Club Wrestling Fishing Club Dance Marathon (DM) Mock Trial Soccer Club (Womens) Food Foresters Dancing E’Gals Model United Nations (Model Softball French Club Delta Alpha Pi International UN) Social Work Student Association Younglife College (FGCU YL) Honor Society Music Club Society of Hispanic Professional Dominican Republic Outreach
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Hey Eagles, My name is Taylor Crehan, and I’m incredibly excited to be the news editor of Eagle News for this school year. I’m a sophomore majoring in journalism and minoring in political science, and when I’m not writing for the paper, you can probably find me watching a Stanley Kubrick movie or working at the information booth in the Cohen Center. My goal for this year is to have nothing left a mystery for the FGCU community. I want to cover absolutely everything that’s relevant to FGCU students, faculty and staff. This position takes a lot, but it’s worth it since I get to better inform those around me. Being an FGCU Eagle is an amazing experience, and freshman year is one that will shape who you are for the rest of your life. Get involved as much as you can and don’t be afraid to ask questions. After all, we’re all in this together. If you see me around campus, feel free to say hi. We can get Starbucks or a donut from Dunkin (which should be ready by fall, hopefully). Taylor Crehan News Editor news@eaglenews.org @taylorcrehan
Hey, new Eagles! I’m Matthew Bell, the new assistant news editor. I’m probably too old to be an assistant editor, but I take what I can get. I was just a contributing writer last semester, so I’m just happy to be a part of the Eagle News team. I’m a journalism major with a minor in creative writing. Writing is my passion. So, if writing is yours, come seek us out. We’re always looking for writers. Welcome to FGCU! Matthew Bell Assistant News Editor assistantnews@eaglenews.org @fgcueaglenews
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Greek Life Panhellenic Council
Alpha Chi Omega Nickname: Alpha Chi Chartered: Fall 2015 National Founding: October 15, 1885 Motto: “Together let us seek the heights” Philanthropy: Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, Domestic violence awareness
Kappa Delta (Eta Tau Chapter) Nickname: Kay Dee Chartered: December 2010 National Founding: October 23, 1897 Motto: “Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful and highest” Philanthropies: Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), Girl Scouts of the USA, the Orthopedic Research Awards, and Children’s Hospital of Richmond, Virginia
Chi Omega (Pi Mu Chapter)
Delta Delta Delta (Epsilon Alpha Chapter)
Nickname: Chi O Chartered: November 2007 National Founding: April 5, 1895 Motto: “To be womanly always, to be discouraged never” Philanthropy: The Make-A-Wish Foundation
Nickname: Tri Delta Chartered: October 2003 National Founding: November 27, 1888 Motto: “Let us steadfastly love one another” Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Phi Mu (Theta Nu Chapter)
Zeta Tau Alpha (Kappa Tau Chapter)
Nickname: Phi Mu Chartered: November 2012 National Founding: January 4, 1852 Motto: “Les Soeurs Fidele” meaning “The Faithful Sisters” Philanthropy: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Nickname: Zeta Chartered: April, 2004 National Founding: October, 15 1898 Motto: “Seek the noblest” Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Education & Awareness
Multicultural Greek Council
Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha Inc.
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc.
Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority Inc.
Nickname: SIA National Founding: September 29, 1990 FGCU Founding: Fall 2009 Philanthropy: One Heartland Motto: “Semper Unum et Inseparabilis” meaning “Always One and Inseperable”
Nickname: SLB, Lambda Betas, Betas National Founding: April 4, 1986 FGCU Founding: Summer 2009 Philanthropy: Victor Correa CPR Awareness Day Motto: “Opportunity for wisdom, wisdom for culture”
Nickname: Theta Nus National Founding: April 11, 1997 FGCU Founding: April 25, 2014 Philanthropy: Girls for a Change Motto: “Sisters of Diversity, Together as One”
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National Pan-Hellenic Council
Alpha Phi Alpha
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Nickname: Alphas Chartered: August 5, 2015 National Founding: December 4, 1906 Motto: “First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All” Philanthropy: March of Dimes
Nickname: DST, Delta, Redz Chartered: April 2014 National Founding: January 13, 1913 Motto: “Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom” Philanthropy: Delta Research and Educational Foundation
Kappa Alpha Psi Nickname: Kappas, Nupes Chartered: July 2005 National Founding: January 5, 1911 Motto: “Acheivement in every field of human endeavor” Philanthropy: Guide Right
Omega Psi Phi
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Nickname: Omegas, Sons of Blood and Thunder, Omega Men Chartered: Spring 2014 National Founding: November 17, 1911 Motto: “Friendship is Essential to the Soul” Philanthropy: United Negro College Fund
Nickname: Sigmas Established: May 2010 National Founding: January 9, 1914 Motto: “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity” Philanthropy: Sigma Wellness & March of Dimes
Nickname: Zetas Chartered: April 2008 National Founding: January 16, 1920 Motto: “A community conscious, action-oriented organization” Philanthropy: March of Dimes
Interfraternity Council
Alpha Epsilon Pi
Kappa Alpha Order
Kappa Sigma
Phi Delta Theta
Nickname: AEPi Chartered: Fall 2015 National Founding: November 7, 1913 Motto: “Developing leadership for the Jewish Community” Philanthropy: BBYO (B’nai B’rith Youth Organization)
Nickname: KA, Southern Gentlemen Chartered: April 10, 2005 National Founding: December 21, 1865 Motto: “Dieu et les Dames” meaning “God and the ladies” Philanthropy: Muscular Dystrophy Association
Nickname: Kappa Sig Chartered: April 17, 2010 National Founding: December 10, 1869 Motto: “Bononia Docet” meaning “Bologna teaches” Philanthropy: Military Heroes Campaign
Nickname: Phi Delt Chartered: October 31, 2015 National Founding: November 1, 1901 Motto: One Man is No Man Philanthropy: ALS Association (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Pi Kappa Alpha Nickname: Pike Colonized: April 16, 2006 National Founding: March 1, 1868 Motto: “Once a Pike, Always a Pike” Philanthropy: Fallen Heros
Pi Kappa Phi Nickname: Pi Kapp Chartered: October 25, 2014 National Founding: December 10, 1904, College of Charleston Motto: “Nothing shall ever tear us asunder.” Philanthropy: The Ability Experience
Sigma Chi
Sigma Phi Epsilon
Nickname: Sigs Chartered: February 13, 2010 National Founding: June 28, 1855 Motto: “In Hoc Signo Vinces” meaning “In This Sign You Shall Conquer” Philanthropy: Huntsman Cancer Institute
Nickname: SigEp Chartered: Novemeber 1, 2008 National Founding: November 1, 1901 Purpose: “Building Balanced Leaders for the World’s Communities” Philanthropy: Boys and Girls Club
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Behind the Scenes of the E&L Section Welcome to The Nest, baby Eagles! I’m Allie Taylor, your new entertainment and lifestyle editor for the 2016-17 school year. As a journalism major, it couldn’t be more fitting to spend my junior year as an editor for Eagle News. The E&L section is a blank canvas, and I hope to make it as colorful as possible with amazing content. I can recite the entirety of Bo Burnham’s “What?” and love marathons … of Netflix, of course. I am an avid Tumblr user. My blog is dedicated to Disney, overused memes and “The Office.” When I’m not in the newsroom, you can find me rehearsing with the S(he) Will Fade theatrical ethnography troupe, drinking my weight in coffee at Starbucks or burrito-ing myself in a blanket in my room. Feel free to stop by my desk and say, “Hello.” I love having visitors, and I could never turn down a passionate writer looking to contribute. Let’s make this year a great one! Allie Taylor E&L Editor entertainment@eaglenews.org @AllieTaylorEN
On campus vs. off campus Finding housing options that exceed expectations By Allie Taylor E&L Editor @AllieTaylorEN The first year in college can be a little nervewracking, especially if there are students who haven’t settled on where they’re going to be living. We compiled four residencies that are local to FGCU and listed everything that new students need to know about their prospective homes, whether it be on campus or off.
FGCU South Village South Village offers students housing in five different halls: Everglades, Biscayne, Palmetto, Osprey and Eagle. Housing options include three bedroom single suites, two bedroom single suites, three bedroom singles with a kitchen and living room, one bedroom studios, two bedroom singles with a kitchen and living room and one bedroom private suites. Units include all utilities, cable television, high speed Internet and more. Private amenities vary according to room style. Public amenities include study rooms, game rooms, computer labs, fitness rooms, community kitchens, laundry facilities and express student shuttles.
Coastal Village Hello, fellow Eagles! My name is Madi Spector, and I will be serving as the assistant entertainment and lifestyle editor this school year! I am a junior studying journalism, English and creative writing. I have a passion for pop culture and the entertainment field, which is what my writing is usually based on. I have an deep love for reading, especially young adult fiction. You will always see me with a novel no matter where I am, and it will most likely be Harry Potter. When I am not reading or writing (which is a very rare occurrence), I am participating as a proud sister of Phi Mu. You might also see me in the gym once in a while. I’m so thrilled be studying at FGCU, and hope that you are as well! Welcome to The Nest, and go Eagles!
What’s on your plate? New dining locations to arrive to FGCU fall 2016
It’s no secret that everybody loves food. We think about our next meal during lectures, meetings and, sometimes, even while we’re eating. The dining options here at FGCU have been popular hotspots to get your grub on. As of this upcoming fall 2016 semester, the campus will be hosting some of the same restaurants us returning students know of; however, new names and new options will join that group for a bigger variety of different cuisines we were missing during
semesters in the past. In Howard Hall, Azul’s, named after FGCU’s mascot, will be the only restaurant to make the cut. It offers a variety of BBQesque foods such as hamburgers, hotdogs and chicken sandwiches. A second, adjacent burger related restaurant, Burger-Fi will be replacing Taco Bell. O u t t a k e s will replace C3 Convenience store in Howard Hall and The Link in Holmes Hall. It will still be a convenience-style, grab-and-go corner shop. You will now be able to purchase other things such as sandwiches, Brahma
The Reef, FGCU students’ newest choice for off-campus housing, offers apartment-style spaces for $705 per month per room, which includes 1405 square feet and four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Spaces are currently sold out, but students can be put on the waitlist. Housing units include walk-in closets, full sized washer and dryers in all units, luxury kitchens, cable with HBO and ESPN and high speed wired Internet and WiFi. Amenities include a resort-style pool, hammock lounge, fire pit, 24-hour fitness center, cyber café, private study rooms and shuttle service to FGCU and Gulf Coast Town Center.
FGCU North Lake Village Students can chose to life a walk away from campus at North Lake Village, FGCU’s apartment and suite-style dorm housing. For a year lease, students can choose from $2,948 per semester four bedroom single housing or $2,410 per semester two bedroom quad housing. Fees can be paid all at once or in four equal installments over the course of the semester. Units include all utilities, cable television, high speed Internet, fully furnished housing, social and academic programs and maintenance services. Amenities include a swimming pool, 80acre recreation lake and lakefront beach, laundry facilities, live-in professional and student staff and express student shuttles.
Life’s a beach
A summer guide to Southwest Florida’s hidden beaches By Luke Janke Staff Writer @Jankeleg
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Coastal Village offers four different floor plans for students who need more flexibility in their housing. Students can choose a 12-month lease for $575 per month for Essential, $605 per month for Premium, $630 per month for Elite or $645 per year for Ultimate housing. Housing units include private bathrooms, walk-in closets, living rooms, full kitchens, washers and dryers and all-inclusive rent with high speed internet, cable package, capped electricity, water and other amenities. Public amenities include a game room, media center, pool, fitness center, jogging trail and private shuttle bus.
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Express to-go and Boar’s Head pasta salads. Boar’s Head Deli will take the place of Subway, also in Howard Hall. As for the Cohen Center, Jamba Juice, Chick-fil-A and Einstein’s will not be leaving in the fall. Due to low sales, Papa John’s will now be in the place of Truly Organic Pizza. In the library, Starbucks will stay. Dunkin’ Donuts will be a standalone restaurant near Holmes Hall and the parking lot. There will be no drivethru, but it will take the look of a normal Dunkin’ Donuts and serve donuts, coffee and bagels.
Easily the best perk of living in Florida — apart from the year-round warmth and Publix Subs — is the easy access to the state’s endless beaches and shores. Southwest Florida has especially illustrious beaches and waterways loaded with sand, waves and — for the nature fans — abundant wildlife. These are a few of the beaches you’ll find off the beaten path, rated based on functionality, beauty and a certain je ne sais quoi that hits you in your surfer soul and makes you want to be a marine biologist or some kind of sea sage. Causeway Beaches, miles north of Bonita Beach. It’s the perfect Sanibel location for a day trip S t r e t c h i n g with family, friends or across the channel that someone special between the Sanibel (e.g. the dog). Causeway toll and the island itself, the Lovers Key, Bonita causeway beaches Springs are underrated for This coastal not being a real boasts beach due to its size. preserve Causeway beach is some of the most wildly popular among natural habitats that Photo special to Eagle News Florida kite boarders and jet Southwest skiers on weekends has to offer; the main you’re headed to the Fort Myers Beach Causeway, and holidays; the beach is set far back Sanibel Easily paradise wide-open spaces of into a mangrove Bunche Beach is, at the waterway nestled forest and requires its lowest tide, an lost, Bowditch Point between the island a toll for cars, but it’s abundance of clear is a hidden gem set worth wading pools with at the very northern and the mainland completely offer great conditions it because of the exotic-looking shells tip of Estero Island. for exploring on the secluded atmosphere and foraging sea Originally a salvage back of a jet ski or and the relatively birds. It also has a pile for sailors of early natural civil rights role, in Southwest Florida, tethered to the wind untouched landscapes. The park which it was the only It’s home to an via kite. also offers event “colored people only” abundance of gopher venues and kayak beach in Lee County tortoises. The park Dog Beach, Bonita rentals, with access during the 1950s. flaunts nature trails, Springs to beautiful mangrove Paddle boards and a dock for boats and kayaks can also be kayaks, bathrooms Not only is it canopies. rented at the beach and wide stretches a pristine beach located at the base of Bunche Beach, Fort via Parks and Rec of pristine, often services. uninhabited beaches. the bigger overpass Myers Beach on Bonita Beach Point, Road, roughly four Off the trail, as Bowditch
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Go Eagles! Hello, new Eagles, and welcome to Dunk City! My name is Miguel Rodriguez, and I am very excited to be your sports editor for the 2016-17 school year. I am a sophmore communication major and journalism minor from the most lit place in the U.S. — Cape Coral, Florida. I am a big fan of Logic, Star Wars and all things superheroes. I love playing soccer, videogames and spending time with friends and family. My favorite teams are Real Madrid, Orlando City, the New York Yankees, the NewYork Jets, the Los Angeles Lakers and the Florida Panthers. You can usually see me dabbing around campus, in the newsroom or covering sporting events. If you see me around campus, feel free to come up to me and talk to me about all things sports or just to say, “Suh dude.” I look foward to bringing you an awesome section along with the hard work of my writers and my brilliant assistant Emily Kois. I’m excited to have the opportunity keep you guys updated on all things FGCU Athletics! Miguel Rodriguez Sports Editor sports@eaglenews.org @Miguel_Rod0914
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FGCU AT Men’s Basketball Season: November-March Coach: Joe Dooley Key Players: Marc-Eddy Norelia, Christian Terrell, Zach Johnson Location: Alico Arena Twitter: @FGCU_MBB Storyline: This past season, Dunk City made it back to the NCAA tournament for the first time since its infamous 2013 Sweet 16 run. Under head coach Joe Dooley; the Eagles went 21-14 before clinching their second Atlantic Sun men’s basketball championship in the last four years earning them a spot in the Big Dance. The Eagles defeated Farleigh Dickinson 96-65 in their First Four matchup before falling to finalists UNC 83-67.
Women’s Basketball Season: November-March Coach: Karl Smesko Key Players: Taylor Gradinjan, Haley Laughter Location: Alico Arena Twitter: @FGCU_WBB Storyline: Clinching their sixth consecutive Atlantic Sun Conference regular-season title, the Eagles went 31-6 and made it to the final of the WNIT, falling 71-65 to South Dakota. With former standout Whitney Knight getting drafted by WNBA team LA Sparks and losing eight other seniors, the team will feature many new faces in the 2016-17 season.
Volleyball Season: September-November Coach: Matt Botsford Key Players: Amanda Carroll, Caroline Jordan Location: Alico Arena Twitter: @FGCU_VB Storyline: Coming into the season after losing four seniors, coach Botsford and his staff ’s hard work in the offseason paid off, with their five freshmen contributing to the team’s 21-11 record. The Eagles finished second in the Atlantic Sun Conference, earning them the second seed in the Atlantic Sun Volleyball Championship where they fell to Kennesaw State 3-1 in the semi-finals.
Swimming and Diving Season: September-February Coach: Neal Studd Key Players: Elisa Haan, Kathie Latham, Fanny Tejionsalo Location: FGCU Aquatics Center Twitter: @FGCU_WSwim Storyline: Marking the fifth consecutive year the team has made it to the NCAA tournament, the Eagles sent three freshmen to the competition, making it the third consecutive year that the team participated in the finals and came away with points. The Eagles also reached a program best No. 19 national ranking this season as well as claiming their seventh CCSA Championship.
Men’s Soccer Season: September-November Coach: Bob Butehorn Key Players: Nicolas Samayoa, Sawyer Jackman, Dylan Sacramento, Dennis Zapata Location: FGCU Soccer Complex Twitter: @FGCU_MSoccer Storyline: The FGCU men’s soccer team’s 2015 campaign was one for the books, as the team captured its sixth consecutive A-Sun regular season. Starting the season with a 0-0 draw against then ranked No. 3 Georgetown, the Eagles went 7-4-3 the remainder of year before losing to USC Upstate in the semi-final of the Atlantic Sun Conference Men’s Soccer Championship.
Women’s Soccer Season: September-November Coach: Jim Blankenship Key Players: Tabby Tindell, Paulina Speckmaier, Nikki Hudson Location: FGCU Soccer Complex Twitter: @FGCU_WSoccer Storyline: The FGCU women’s soccer team made program history during its 2015 campaign, winning its first NCAA tournament contest before falling to finalist Duke 2-0 in the second round. Led by two-time A-Sun Player of the Year Tabby Tindell, the Eagles earned their sixth-straight A-Sun regular season title and captured their fourth Atlantic Sun Women’s Soccer Championship.
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HLETICS Baseball Season: February-May Coach: Dave Tollett Key Players: Jake Noll, Tyler Selesky, Jake Smith, Nick Rivera Location: Swanson Stadium Twitter: @FGCU_Baseball Storyline: In a 2016 season where the FGCU baseball team went 24-30, the Eagles defeated two nationally ranked opponents. Led by Atlantic Sun Player of the Year Jake Noll, FGCU defeated then ranked No. 16 FAU 3-2 and No. 4 FSU 11-8 each time in extra innings. The Eagles kick-off the Atlantic Sun Baseball Championship against UNF on Wednesday, May 25.
Softball Season: February-March Coach: David Deiros Key Players: Riley Randolph, Raquel Fournet, Kelsey Huff Location: FGCU Softball Complex Twitter: @FGCU_Softball Storyline: In a major turnaround season for the FGCU softball team, freshmen standouts Riley Randolph and Raquel Fournet led to the Eagles their third Atlantic Sun regular-season title. Ending the season at 32-27 the Eagles fell short of a spot in the NCAA tournament losing to USC Upstate in the A-Sun Softball Championship final.
Men’s Tennis Season: September-April Coach: C.J. Weber Key Players: Andres Alfonzo, Austin Bates, Ezequiel Cerrini Location: FGCU Tennis Complex Twitter: @FGCU_MTEN Storyline: In its 2015-16 campaign, the FGCU men’s tennis team earned its second consecutive Atlantic Sun conference regular season title, going 6-0 in conference play. With a 16-6 record, the Eagles came up short of a second-straight NCAA tournament appearance in the Atlantic Sun Men’s Tennis Championship losing to USC Upstate 4-3.
Women’s Tennis Season: September-April Coach: Courtney Vernon Key Players: Joselyn Treyes Albarracin, Julia Ascua, Breana Stampfli Location: FGCU Tennis Complex Twitter: @FGCU_WTEN Storyline: Reaching the final of the A-Sun Women Tennis Championship for the second consecutive season, the Eagles fell short of the title, falling to UNF 4-2. Finishing 12-9 and 5-1 in conference play, the Eagles finished in a program best second place in A-Sun conference standings.
Men and Women’s Cross Country Season: August-November Coach: Cassandra Goodson Key Players: Troy Clark, Leonel Delacruz, Anita Munoz, Araceli Leon Twitter: @FGCU_XC Storyline: The FGCU men and women’s cross country teams both finished a program-best third place in the Atlantic Sun conference championships. Both teams finished in the top 20 in the NCAA South Regional Championships with the men placing 18th and the women placing 13th.
Men and Women’s Golf Season: September-April Coach: Eric Booker and Sarah Trew Key Players: James Leadbetter, Madison Easterbrook Twitter: @FGCU_WGolf / @FGCU_MGolf Storyline: Finishing with a team score of 901, the FGCU women’s golf team finished in second place of the 2016 Atlantic Sun Golf Championships for the first time in program history. Led by A-Sun Men’s Golf Championship runner-up Austin Schultz, the FGCU men’s golf team finished in fifth place in the A-Sun Men’s Golf Championship.
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FGCU Intramurals The FGCU Intramural Sports Program is to provide the students, faculty, and staff of FGCU with the opportunity to participate in organized, competitive recreational sports regardless of athletic ability. Intramural Sports promotes sportsmanship and social growth through its various individual and team sports including: basketball, kickball, volleyball, soccer, dodgeball, softball, flag-football and more. Various tournaments are also offered throughout the semester so look out for dates and times!
Sports offered at FGCU 5v5 Basketball 4v4 Flag Football Sand Volleyball 7v7 Flag Football Basketball Dodgeball Soccer Kickball Tennis Doubles
Tournaments Canoe Battleship Whiffleball Cornhole Gridiron Flag Football
How do I register for a league or event? All registrations are completed through IMle agues.com. Visit our Registration page for detailed instructions on how to create an account and sign up for a sport/event. Who is allowed to participate in Intramural Sports? Each team member must be a FGCU student, faculty, or staff member. Students must currently be enrolled (part-time or full-time) in on-campus classes. Alumni and non-FGCU students are not permitted to participate. Do I need to bring my EagleID to check in? Yes, you will need to bring your EagleID to check in every time, at each activity/event. No ID, no play, no exceptions. What is a Captains’ Meeting, and do I have to attend? Prior to the beginning of each activity/event, a Captain’s Meeting will be held. These meetings are used to disseminate information to the team captains and to answer any questions or concerns held by the participants. These meetings are led by the Intramural Sports Intern or other assigned personnel and are conducted in an open forum style. Attendance at the captain’s meeting is mandatory for all teams. *Failure to have a representative at this meeting will result in the team being dropped from the league and placed at the bottom of the waiting list.
Hi, Eagles! My name is Emily Kois, and I am the new assistant sports editor for Eagle News. I am a sophomore still stuck between two majors — journalism or communication with a minor in journalism. I have a passion for sports, and I’m super excited to be down on the court or on the field bringing you reports from our beloved teams. Beyond my love for writing and bringing you sports news, you can find me at the gym or enjoying the outdoors, especially the beach. I’m looking forward to bringing you the highs and lows of our FGCU sports teams and hope to continue to make our paper a force to be reckoned with. Wings up! Emily Kois assistantsports@eaglenews.org @emilykois
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Eagles, welcome! How excited are you? You’re in college — woop woop! I’ve loved my time here so far, and I hope you will too. I’m a junior majoring in journalism and minoring in digital media studies. I’m originally from Boston — and yes, an obnoxiously proud sports fan of all Boston teams; always up for a good argument. A bit about me: my family is originally from Venezuela, I own my own photography business, I love monkeys, singing, and sharing my opinion. Alas, why I am your opinion editor. In my totally unbiased opinion, this is the best section of the paper because you get to write about whatever you want. In fact, I would love for you to do just that, so please email me to get involved. Whether you have an opinion about world news, national news, FGCU news, local laws, friendship, love, food, health, fashion — anything, really — I’d love for you to write about it for the paper. I really enjoy writing and love sharing that passion, so come hang out with me in the Newsroom in McTarnaghan Hall 201. I want you to be a part of making this the best opinion section FGCU has ever had. Have fun this year, but make an effort to get smarter, too — future you will thank you. Melissa “Meli” Neubek @melissayosephin
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#WingsUp Class of 2020 By Josh Ballin Contributing Writer @joshballinn Life can be pretty crazy sometimes. It seems like yesterday I was having my birthday party at the local Chuck E. Cheese with all my preschool friends. The next thing I knew I was researching what fraternity I would be interested in. Life tends to move quickly, and what once seemed like an eternity away is now just around the corner. College. Oh, yes, the best four years of our lives are among us. When early August arrives, every dorm room will be personalized with as many IKEA and Bed Bath and Beyond items imaginable. People from around the country will converge in one giant melting pot here at FGCU, and the great times will begin. I live in the Village of Clemmons, North Carolina. It isn’t a village you would see on Clash of Clans or anything like that, but it’s a village nonetheless. There are 19,000 people who live in my community. So, if something happens, everyone knows about it, and you are the talk of the town. Growing up in this small town has helped me grow into a mature young man, and while I believe I am ready to take on college, there are things about it that I’m sure others are
thinking as well. The first is money. For the first time in our lives, we will have to support ourselves. That means getting a job and learning how to budget money and choosing whether you want dinner for a week or a brand new pair of shoes. Many people overlook this, but it is something to think about. What I have learned through talking with friends who attend college is that having a job while in college is great because most places around campus understand that you’re a student and that you need to study. Plus, the extra cash will come in handy. College — being the best time of our lives and all — means that there will be lots of distractions. Whether it’s the pool, beach, dinner party or whatever, it is important for us incoming freshmen to understand that there has to be a balance between fun and studying. This is easier said than done because I guarantee going to the beach sounds much more fun than studying for a biology or English exam. College is a time to explore new things, meet new people and, most importantly, find yourself and be who you want to be. There are a ton of clubs at FGCU that suit all different kinds of people. Be involved, but make sure your grades stay up. Meeting new people can be easy or challenging in college.
I am excited about starting at FGCU just because it’s an entirely new place for me. I have only been to Fort Myers three times, all of which were for college visits. That’s it. It is a new area to explore and there are over 14,000 students whom I would love to meet and get to know. Your roommates are, most of the time, your first new friends in college. I have gotten close with mine just by talking to them so far this summer. Joining clubs and organizations that meet your personality is another great way to make friends. The Class of 2020 seems to have a lot of great individuals in it. I am excited to meet new people. The last thing is: the fear that this is the end. College is a time when we grow up, and once we are done, we become working adults who go out and start our lives. This can seem a little scary due to the fact that within 10 years of graduating, most people we know will be married and potentially having kids. We are growing up, but that doesn’t mean we have to leave our childhood behind. This upcoming year is set to be full of excitement, and I am very excited to call myself an Eagle. The good times are right around the corner, and I am ready to spend the best four years of my life with the Class of 2020 at FGCU. #WingsUp
Seven things Eagles should know By Holly Turcich Contributing Writer @FGCUEagleNews 1. Boardwalks The boardwalks create shortcuts from parking or housing to campus. The boardwalks are not only handy time-wise, but they are designed to help you develop a relationship with the environment around you and raise environmental awareness. 2. Charging stations Is the battery on your phone running low? Good news, we have plug-in stations all over campus. 3. Food Forest Did you know that we have a student-run food forest on campus? Well, we do, and the best part is any student can use it. That’s right; you can gain service-learning hours by taking care of the food forest, or you can pick up some fresh food grown right on campus. 4. Fishbowl Need a quiet place to study, but the library is packed? Check out the fishbowl on the second floor of the Cohen Center outside the Dean of Students Office. 5. Free Microsoft As a student, did you know that you can get a free version of Microsoft Office? Well, you can!
Go to the Microsoft website and find the “students” tab. You will need to have your student email handy. If you have any further questions, be sure to contact Business Technology Services at 239-590-1188. 6. Faculty = friends FGCU has great resources, including its faculty. The benefit of having an average class size of 33 is being able to know your professor on an individual level. From professors to advisers, they are all here to help you succeed. Take advantage of that! 7. Eagle News Eagle News is a student-led media group at FGCU. Eagle News is a great way to find out about events on campus, the score of last night’s basketball game or catch up on what students are talking about. Interested in having a voice on campus while also gaining service-learning hours? Contact Eagle News, on the second floor of McTarnaghan Hall in the student plaza.
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The secret to collegiate success By Melissa Neubek Opinion editor @melissayosephin So, I heard you did pretty all right in high school! If you’re reading this, it’s clear that you did. First of all, you graduated from high school, which is an accomplishment in and of itself, so congrats. Then, you got into college, which also deserves a pat on the back, so go ahead, pat yourself on the back. Okay, great. And, then, not only did you get into college, you got into FGCU and chose to come here, which, in my humble opinion, means you made the best choice. This school is fantastic. It’s beautiful. It’s fun. It has resources for everything you need to be successful. It has a beautiful waterfront. It has awesome faculty and staff — need I continue? That’s not what I’m here to talk about, though. I’m here to talk about the syllabus. The same syllabus that all your professors will discuss on the first day of class, that they might email you, that they’ll post on Canvas and may even print out for you. The same syllabus that — if you choose to follow in the
footsteps of a large percentage of students — you will ignore. For some strange, unknown reason, a majority of students don’t feel the need to read the syllabus. This isn’t just a problem at FGCU; it’s a problem everywhere. That’s why there are shirts you can buy that say, “It’s in the syllabus.” A shirt that all university professors look at, and laugh at, with sadness. So, what’s the deal? Do we think that since we made it into college, we just have to show up and that will be enough? No, friends, it’s not! Do yourself a favor, and of all the advice you receive about college, put this piece at the top of the list and remind yourself of it often. I don’t say that because I think highly of myself, I say it because I like to help people, and I love knowing that I am part of a learning community where people want to do well. Here’s the thing: I know that some syllabi are long and seem like a waste of time to read, and unfortunately, some may be just that. But, being an avid syllabus-reader, I can tell you that the majority are not a waste of time to read — maybe long, but not a waste. Some are even funny. FGCU even offers a six-day
program called the Course Design Academy (CDA), for teachers to learn how to write a better syllabus. “Schedule and content are still there, but the syllabus should welcome the student into the learning process. The instructor makes promises to the students and explains how they will support the students in the process,” said Jackie Greene, the assistant director for the Lucas Center for Faculty Development at FGCU, who leads the CDA. I think it’s pretty great that the university cares enough about our success to offer that program. OK, back to the syllabus: as a student, how do you expect to do well if you don’t know what’s expected of you? How can you decide if it’s worth it to skip class for a really awesome and once-in-a-lifetime concert or sporting event if you don’t know the attendance policy? Most importantly, how do you plan on actually learning things? That is why we’re here, after all — to learn. I mean, the on-campus Chick-fil-A, parties and waterfront are part of life at FGCU, but they aren’t the reason we’re here. So, please, listen to what I’m
saying: read the syllabus. Note: I didn’t say, “memorize the syllabus,” I just said you should read it. You’ll remember maybe one thing after reading it once, and that’s totally fine — at least you’ve familiarized yourself with it. That first read-through will probably make certain things stand out. Does your math professor highlight and bold everything having to do with test scores? Does your Comp I professor underline everything listed under their absence policy? Does your biology professor state in CAPS and bold lettering that he allows no test retakes under any circumstances? Those things will stand out. So, when you’re considering skipping 8 a.m. bio when you have a test because you stayed up really late the night before, you can properly weigh the consequences. I am usually a big fan of the, “ask for forgiveness instead of permission,” motto. In many situations, it actually works quite nicely. In academia, it doesn’t work. Trust me, I’ve tried, and I’ve watched many people try. We’ve all failed. After you’ve read it, your next job is just to know where it is. If it’s easily accessible on
Canvas, cool. If you’re more of a binder kind of gal, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise — binders are awesome — print it out and put it as the first page in your binder. Save it in a folder on your computer where it is easily findable. Do any, or all, of these things! Just like you have dreams of becoming something, teachers became teachers to help students learn. If you want to walk across a stage with a cap and gown knowing that you did well and that you’re wellequipped to handle life, put the effort in to ensure that happens. I promise you that reading the syllabus will only make that journey easier. Nicole Legge, an instructor of mathematics at FGCU, with a Ratemyprofessors.com score of 4.8 out of 5, said, “The syllabus is as important to the class as the grade in the class is important to the student.” It’s so true. So, in case you take nothing else away from what I’ve written today, all I’m trying to say is: if you want to do well, start by reading the syllabus. It’s arguably the easiest assignment you’ll ever receive.
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Offices & Departments International Services 239-590-7925 International Services provides overall leadership to international students. The office also provides Study Abroad opportunities for all students, regardless of major, in destinations all over the world. Lastly, the office has volunteer opportunities and a variety of cultural events open to all students, with the goal of broadening perspectives and increasing global awareness and acceptance. The office is located Reed Hall 122.
The Dean of Students’ Office 239-590-7900 The Dean of Students’ Office aims to engage students in the university community through academic support, leadership development and other traditions in athletics and service. The offices within the Dean of Students’ Office include Student Involvement, Multicultural and Leadership Development, Student Conduct, Student Support Services and Outreach Programs, Student Government and Eagle News.
Office of Student Involvement 239-590-7739 The Office of Student Involvement helps students connect with the university outside of the classrooms. The office oversees more than 200 Registered Student Organizations, 25 fraternities and sororities and the Programming Board. The Programming Board is a student-run organization that organizes events to help students make friends, gain leadership skills and create opportunities that will complement their college experience beyond academics. The office is located in Cohen Center room 258A.
Office of Multicultural and Leadership Development
239-590-7990 The main function of the Office of Multicultural and Leadership Development is to promote diversity by empowering students on campus. The office promotes academic, leadership and personal growth, as well. The mission is to nurture a generation of ethical and knowledgeable leaders who contribute to the ever-changing global society.
Office of Student Conduct 239-590-7900 The Office of Student Conduct serves as the primary liaison between the university community and the Student Code of Conduct. The office’s main goal is to educate students about the appropriate and inappropriate behaviors on the FGCU community. The office conducts review processes of disciplinary matters and selects and trains all hearing board members. Students, faculty and staff may contact the Office of Student Conduct in the Dean of Students’ Office to report alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct.
University Police Department 239-590-1900
Compliance 239-590-7406 The Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance works to ensure equity and fairness for all faculty, staff, students, visitors, and vendors. The office promotes human diversity and an inclusive learning environment that is welcoming regardless of one’s cultural, racial/ethnic and religious background, as well as gender, age, color, national origin, creed, marital status, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or disabled veteran. Additionally, the office is in charge of enforcing Title IX, which is a federal law from 1972 that protects all individuals from sex discrimination.
Student Health Services 239-590-7966 Student Health Services provides routine medical care for enrolled students. Appointments are required and visits are free. SHS aims to educate students on healthy lifestyle choices and protect them through vaccination, education and accessibility. Medications supplies, vaccines and laboratory exams are available.
Prevention & Wellness Center 239-590-7966
The University Police and Safety Department is responsible for law enforcement, security, disaster planning and emergency response at FGCU. Police officers at FGCU have full law enforcement authority including arrest powers on all property owned or controlled by FGCU. UPD investigates all criminal activity on the university campus and provides alert notification services around the clock. UPD also offers seminars and presentations on various crime-related topics, including a rape aggression defense class. Additionally, UPD operates a lost-and-found program and is responsible for the enforcement of campus parking regulations.
Prevention & Wellness help students connect to relevant wellness information through programming, events, peer education, health promotion, online tools and a free resource area in its lobby in Howard Hall. Topics covered include alcohol, nutrition, sexual health and stress. Students often visit P&W to get “free stuff” or “SWAG.”
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Counseling and Psychological Services provides group and individual counseling for students in times of stress and
Counseling and Psychological Services 239-590-7950
WWW.EAGLENEWS.ORG encourages them to ask for help with their most immediate concerns. The staff is experienced in dealing with deeper developmental and psychological issues ranging from anxiety and depression to substance abuse and eating disorders. CAPS addresses and maintains all concerns under the strictest standards of privacy and confidentiality, and serve as a resource to the entire FGCU community. A 24-hour help line is also available for students at 239-7453277.
FGCU Bookstore 239-590-1150 The FGCU Bookstore on campus in the Cohen Center. Students can rent or buy new and used textbooks and e-books at the bookstore. Additionally, the bookstore sells all university spirit merchandise. Students can also sell textbooks back to the store that are eligible under the buyback program. All purchases may be picked up in store or shipped. The bookstore accepts all major credit cards, cash and Eagle Dollars on the student ID may also be used as payment.
Business Technology Services 239-590-1188 Located in Ben Hill Griffin Hall room 252, BTS offers assistance with configuring the personally owned computers to access FGCU’s network, assisting connecting to university resources, basic troubleshooting and antivirus assistance. All devices should be maintained under warranty; if not, it is highly suggested to contact a local repair center that has the appropriate experience or certification to make repairs.
Testing Services 239-590-7955 The FGCU Testing Center is an on-campus resource for students to take exams such as the SAT, ACT, GMAT and LSAT. Students can take the CLEP and DANTES exams to earn college credits through testing. The Testing Center can also assist with testing for courses being taken through other institutions. The center is located in McTarnaghan Hall room 204.
Office of the Registrar 239-590-7980 The Office of the Registrar handles all student academic records for the university, such as transcripts and audits. Eagle email is the standard method by which the Registrar’s Office communicates with students. Additionally, the majority of required forms are online and may be scanned or faxed to 239-590-7983.
Financial Aid & Scholarships 239-590-7920 The office of Financial Aid & Scholarships is located in McTarnaghan Hall Room 114. Grants, scholarships, workstudy and student loans are available. Students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by the priority deadline of March 1 every year to maximize the opportunity of being awarded money. The Foundation Scholarship Application can only be completed between November 15 and March 1 annually for the following year. Both of these applications are required for First Generation Scholarship consideration. Students can check their Gulfline Accounts and Eagle email to receive information regarding available aid, requirements and scholarship opportunities.
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Office of Undergraduate Studies 239-590-1094 The Office of Undergraduate Studies focuses on advancing student success and highlighting the work of faculty and staff at FGCU. Some programs and projects that are currently enforced by this office include the First Year Reading Project, the Step Ahead Program, Effective Learning classes, linked cohort classes in General Education, a university-wide assessment project for writing effectiveness and the integration of service-learning into the curriculum.
Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement 239-590-7015 This office, located on the fourth floor of the Library, was created to carry out FGCU’s mission of promoting public service and civic responsibility. At FGCU, servicelearning is a graduation requirement for all students. Entering freshmen must complete an 80 hours, transfer students must complete a 40 hours and graduate students must complete 40 hours of volunteer work. In addition to independent service projects that students design independently, there are several courses that integrate service-learning experiences into their coursework.
Center for Academic Achievement 239-590-7906 The CAA intends to foster academic success for all FGCU students. The CAA offers services and programs, such as student success workshops that focus on the development of college success skills such as time management, note taking, reading comprehension and other study skills. Students can schedule individual academic coaching sessions with a retention coordinator or attend drop-in tutoring sessions. ¬Students may also participate in Supplemental Instruction, which are course-specific study sessions facilitated by a student SI leader. The CAA is located in Library 103.
Writing Center 239-590-7141 The Writing Center is a resource for students to improve their writing at FGCU. The Writing Center offers students the opportunity to have one-on-one sessions with trained consultants, who can provide feedback at all stages of the writing process. Thirty-minute sessions are available on a walk-in basis or by appointment. The consultants can help students generate ideas, research, cite sources, refine the thesis statement or develop the paper with writing of all disciplines. The consultants can also help students with mechanics and documentation format. Additionally, the center offers in-person and online workshops and presentations, as well. The FGCU Writing Center is located in Library West 202C.
Library Services 239-590-7610 Students can use their Eagle ID to access online research databases, rent books and engage in workshops. The student’s ID number can also be used to print papers and reserve rooms at the library. Students can also use their ID to check out calculators and dry erase markers for the study room whiteboards. Hours of operation: Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Office of Outreach Programs 239-590-7836 The Office of Outreach Programs in McTarnaghan Hall room 202 is made up of the College Reach Out Program, Student Support Services and the Scholars Program. All programs seek to motivate and prepare educationally disadvantaged students in grades four to 12 in the five counties surrounding FGCU to pursue and successfully complete a post-secondary education.
Student Support Services 239- 590-1563 Student Support Services is an outreach program for first generation, low-income students and/or students with a documented disability in need of support services. The program provides services such as college survival skills, tutoring, financial literacy and access to technology. The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Education and FGCU.
Office of Academic and Curriculum Support 239-590-7043 The mission of this office is to support and advance the strategic initiatives of Academic Affairs and the University. Academic and Curriculum Support brings a university-wide perspective to the development, delivery and evaluation of academic programs and services, as well as facilitating the planning and development of cross-college initiatives.
Office of New Student Support 239-590-7875 The mission of this office is to assist incoming students and their families in making a smooth transition to the university setting by providing accurate, useful and timely information that focuses on the resources of the institution as well as a complete understanding of the factors that impact success in college. The services include orientation programming, academic counseling, and parent/family outreach that purposeful, caring, and student-centered.
Office of Research and Graduate Studies 239-590-7988 The Office of Research & Graduate Studies facilitates support and provides service in the areas of sponsored research, research compliance and graduate education to students, faculty, staff, administrators, partners and collaborators.
Florida Public Archaeology Network 239-590-7659 The Florida Public Archaeology Network is dedicated to the protection of cultural resources, both on land and underwater, and to involving the public in the study of their past. Regional centers around Florida serve as clearinghouses for information, institutions for learning and training, and headquarters for public participation in archaeology.
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Georgette French, Outreach Editor
Hey, Eagles! I’m Georgette French, but feel free to call me “G” if you see me out and about. I’m a journalism major and creative writing minor, which basically means that I really, really love to write. When I’m not writing, I’m usually tweeting about the “Game of Thrones” (#TeamDany), sleeping or posting pictures of my dog on Instagram. I started out as a contributing writer, but I quickly rose to outreach editor to help you stay informed about what’s going on in your community. Like you, I had no idea what I want to do when I grow up, but I’m here to tell you that you’ve got your whole life to figure it out. This is the start of new beginnings, so get out there and be fearless, curious and excited about everything. Don’t fear failure or the unknown because everything works out in the end. Just keep your head up and rock out, and if you or anyone you know is doing something fantastic for the community, feel free to let me know! Welcome to the nest, Eagles. Georgette French outreach@eaglenews.org Outreach Editor @GeorgetteFrenc
EAGLE NEWS TV Cassidy Mace, ENTV Director Hello, Eagles! My name is Cassidy Mace, and I am excited to be the director of Eagle News TV (ENTV) for the upcoming school year. I am originally from Baltimore, Maryland, but I moved my way down the East Coast and ended up in Florida. I am a senior studying communication with a concentration in public relations. If I’m not working on the next great ENTV video, you can most likely find me on the beach or in a nearby coffee shop. I’ve always had an interest in the news media world, which led me to become a part of the Eagle News team. As the director of ENTV, I hope to keep you informed and entertained with frequent video content on the Eagle News website. If you ever see the ENTV crew filming on campus or want to get involved, come say, “Hi!” I am looking forward to everything to come this year, and I hope you are too! Cassidy Mace ENTV Director entvdirector@eaglenews.org @Cmaceee
Behind the Scenes of ENTV
Deanna Gill News Content Manager Hi, baby Eagles! My name is Deanna Gill, and I am ENTV’s news content manager. I am senior majoring in communication and minoring in journalism. I look forward to seeing all the new faces on campus! Being at FGCU the past three years , I have had so many great opportunities and met all of my best friends. If I’m not with in my apartment taking care of my puppy, I’m usually with my roommates, at Starbucks or watching Netflix. At night, you can catch me playing intramurals: flag football, dodgeball, kickball or volleyball. If you ever see me on campus, don’t be afraid to say, “hi!” Deanna Gill News Content Manager entvnews@eaglenews.org @Deanna_Gill5
Alberto Camargo Sports Content Manager What’s up, Eagles? I’m Alberto Camargo, and I’ll be the new sports content manager for ENTV this year! I’m starting my sophomore year here at FGCU majoring in journalism while also pursuing a minor in French. I’m originally from the beautiful country of Colombia, but I’ve been living in Lakeland, Florida for quite some time now. As you might expect from my job title, I’m a huge sports junkie. I love to spend my free time playing, watching or studying sports. You read that right; I study sports and I love it. I’m also a big fan of plenty of different types of music. My playlist contains everything from salsa and merengue to hip-hop, reggae and soul music. I’m very easy to approach as well, so if you see me on campus don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation! As sports content manager, I’ll make sure that we can cover as many school athletic events as possible with previews, highlights and recaps (and that includes our club teams and intramurals as well!). Here’s to a great year of FGCU sports! Alberto Camargo Sports Content Manager entvsports@eaglenews.org @albertoelguapo_
Chelsea Fernandez Opinion Content Manager Hey, new Eagles! I am so thankful and honored to be the new opinion content manager for ENTV for this upcoming academic year, and I am ecstatic to help build ENTV with my friends on this team. Just a little about myself: I am a Miami born and raised girl. I’m an avid reader and want to produce documentaries one day! I am a second-year student pursuing a major in journalism and a minor in political science. To my new fellow Eagles, welcome to the nest! I hope you guys find this guide as useful as I did when I was given one. My advice to you is to do what makes you happy. I made the best decision when I chose this school. There are so many opportunities here, mentors to seek advice from and students that will help you grow in life. This is where you leave your comfort zone behind and become your true self. I hope college is everything you thought it would be. If you ever see me around campus, come and say “hi!” I love meeting new people and making friends! Have a wonderful first year here at FGCU, and may the odds be ever in your favor. Chelsea Fernandez Opinion Content Manager entvopinion@eaglenews.org @Chelsea1447
Rachel Iacovone, Senior Copy Editor/E&L Content Manager Hola, fledgling Eagles! My name is Rachel Iacovone (yah-cuhvoe-nee), and I’m a senior journalism major with a minor in political science. This is my second year holding two positions at Eagle News. I’m the senior copy editor (once again), so considering I edit the entire paper pre-print, I don’t write as much as my fellow editors. Having said that, if you read a food review in E&L, there’s a 90 percent chance it’s by me. This year, I have also moved on from photography editor to being the entertainment content manager of ENTV. In the past year, our paper has won numerous awards for its quality content with the addition of a real copydesk and a better media presence, something I look forward to building upon this coming year. ENTV may be a new addition to Eagle News’ long and rich history, but it has garnered plenty of attention and recognition in its birth year already. Though I may not be the photo editor anymore, I will undoubtedly still be shooting events around campus to lighten Cam and Jen’s load, so if you spot me, please stop me (and say, “Hello!”). FGCU has given me the best four (almost five, whoops) years of my life, and I have no doubt it’ll provide you the same. Rachel Iacovone E&L Content Manager entventertainment@eaglenews.org @totesrachel