FGCU Orientation Guide by Florida Gulf Coast University

Welcome New Eagle. FGCU Orientation Guide

Welcome to Eagle View Orientation! On behalf of Florida Gulf Coast University, we want to welcome you to your first official day as an Eagle! Over the course of the next two days you’ll be shown a glimpse into what life looks like here at FGCU. You will hear from faculty, staff, and students about the variety of ways to get involved on campus, learn about the MANY resources available to you, register for your first semester of classes, and make connections with peers throughout the entire orientation program. For some, this can be the most exciting time and are ready to soar head first into this new experience, while others, may be a little hesitant and unsure of what’s to come. Honestly, maybe you are a little of 2

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both! We want you to take a minute and look around the room. All of the students here are going through orientation for the first time, just like you. As you look around room, also notice the professional and student staff present. We are here to guide you through the orientation process and will be with you every step of the way. So, get ready Class of 2026 because your college experience starts now! Be prepared for blue and green to consume your closet, hear “GO EAGLES” just about anywhere on campus, and meet people who will become your life-long friends! Wings Up and Go Eagles!

Eagle View Orientation Staff

Meet the Team At FGCU you truly are a part of the Eagle family. Our teams of seasoned staff

and student ambassadors are here to help in more ways than one. We look forward to working with you throughout your orientation journey and beyond.

Parent Crew

You as the student may not see our parent crew often, but your family members will! This student team manages the Parent Orientation program and is here to ensure your families are provided with the necessary information to best support you as a student.

Administrative Crew

If you have called or emailed the Eagle View Orientation office, it is likely you’ve spoken with a member of our Administrative Crew. This student team is responsible for the logistics and “behind the scenes” operation to make the magic of orientation happen!

Student Crew

Whether you are coming from out of state or down the road, you are guaranteed to know at least one person at FGCU. Leading up to today, you have received communication from your SPARK Mentor virtually, and now you get to meet them in person! You’ll spend a lot of time over the next two days with your SPARK Mentor, so don’t be afraid to ask them questions. That’s why they’re there!

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Housing Contract Review the EVO Residence Hall Policies for the Orientation Overnight Stay and sign your name on the sheet provided at the Housing Check-In table. Florida Gulf Coast University recognizes all Eagle View Orientation (EVO) participants as admitted students, therefore holding you to the policies and standards as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. You should be aware of the Student Code of Conduct, as well as Housing guidelines, while on campus. If a student is found in violation of the Student Code of Conduct or a public law, it could result in you being removed from the residence hall and from the Eagle View Orientation program. General Overnight Policy- The overnight stay is a mandatory component of the program during Eagle View Orientation. A waiver of the overnight stay must be pre-approved by the Orientation Staff prior to the student’s orientation. EVO students are not allowed to leave campus during their Orientation program, nor are others not enrolled in the Orientation program allowed to visit you while you are here. University Conduct Policies – The following items are considered to be violations of the FGCU Student Code of Conduct. Please note that the items listed below are not inclusive of all policies outlined in the Student Code of Conduct; rather, they are the highlighted items that 4

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we want to make sure you understand as an EVO participant: Do not bring or use any alcohol or drugs while participating in EVO at FGCU. This, of course, includes prescription drugs that are not prescribed to you. Bottom lineEVO is an alcohol/drug free program. The University does not tolerate physical harm or threats against others. This includes verbal or written abuse, threats, or intimidation. You are expected to be professional and courteous to each other and to the staff and faculty of the University. Do not bring weapons, firearms or any dangerous materials to FGCU. This includes tasers, knives, soft-air guns, or chemicals. At times you may be asked to present your ID or to comply with a request from an official conducting University business. You must comply with any lawful directive. EVO participants will be held accountable for any damage or violation of University regulations and policies should they be caused by your or your visitor(s). (Remember, we have told you that you are not permitted to have visitors while in EVO.)

Additional Eagle View Orientation Conduct Policies: Curfew - Orientation participants are expected to be inside their assigned rooms by 11:00pm. Orientation Staff will confirm that all students are accounted for at this time. Quiet Hours – Orientation participants are expected to observe quiet hours from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. Privacy Space - Occupying the assigned room of another Orientation participant at any point [excluding the common areas] is considered a violation of EVO policy. Fire Safety : } Open flames such as candles or incense are prohibited. } FGCU, including all Residence Halls, are smoke free and tobacco free. There should be no smoking or tobacco use during Orientation. In the event of a fire alarm, all residents are expected to evacuate the building immediately. Instructions following the evacuation will be provided by University personnel. Key Policy- Orientation participants are responsible for the possession of their room key provided at EVO check in. If a key is lost by a participant, s(he) will be charged a Hard Key Replacement Fee of $100. Other Pertinent Information for Orientation Participants: 1. University personnel have the right to enter apartments (including bedrooms) in those situations deemed as an emergency, a facility problem, or in the event of a policy violation. 2. A full sheet and towel set, a blanket, and pillow are included in the orientation fee and will be provided for the student during their stay.

3. Residence Hall Check Out will take place on the morning of the second day of Orientation prior to breakfast. Room keys will be returned to EVO Staff, and luggage will be securely stored in a locked room until the completion of the program. 4. “Lost & Found” is handled by the Eagle View Orientation staff. Participants should see an OL or contact New Student Programs at 239.590.7875 if a personal item is lost. Please note that items left behind after an Orientation program are kept for two business days before being discarded. 5. Concerns and questions should be directed to the Eagle View Orientation Staff.

I understand and agree to abide by the policies that govern my overnight stay in University Housing and my participation in Eagle View Orientation. I am aware that violations of Student Code of Conduct and/ or EVO policies could result in University conduct action, my removal from the residence halls, and/or my removal from the Orientation program. I understand that if I am asked to leave the EVO program prior to completion, I will need to re-register for and attend another orientation program at my own expense.

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Hungry? We have many options during orientation. } Boar’s

Head Deli

Pre-order your sandwich each morning of the Orientation program! See a Campus Dining representative to place your order. } Brahma

Express

Burger Bar

Located in the Cohen Student Union 11am – 2pm } Einstein

Bros. Bagels

Located in the Cohen Student Union 11am – 2pm

Located in the Cohen Student Union across from the FGCU Bookstore 7am – 3pm

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} Starbucks

Located in the Cohen Student Union 11am – 2pm

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Located on the first floor of the library 7:30am – 1:30pm

First Year Experience Who are we and what do we do? The office of First Year Experience (FYE) works to create programs and initiatives which allow students to make the most of their first year at FGCU. Our office provides you with the tools needed to ease your transition into college, become engaged with the FGCU community, and increase your skillset to become a more wellrounded student. Eagle View Orientation is your first exposure to FYE, but it doesn’t stop here. These are just some of the many different opportunities FYE provides to enhance your first year at FGCU!

The University Transition The University Transition is a 3-credit hour elective course designed specifically for first year students’ transition to FGCU. Some topics addressed in the class include the transition to college life, effective time management, study skills for college level work, maintaining health and wellness, and choosing and evaluating your major and career. If you’re interested in taking this course, be sure to talk with your academic advisor and let them know that you want to enroll in SLS 1101: The University Transition.

SPARK SPARK stands for “Supporting Peers through Academics, Relationships, and Knowledge”. To make your transition to FGCU as smooth as possible, your SPARK Mentor is here to guide you not only through Eagle View Orientation, but throughout your first semester of college! Be sure to stay connected with your SPARK Mentor by following their animal Instagram account, meeting up with them at events, dropping by their office hours.

Eagles Read The Eagles Read program aims to allow students to begin their first-year by automatically having something in common with others. All first-year students have the opportunity to read a common text and participate in engaging ways around the book. This includes, but is not limited to, lunch and learn sessions, book discussions, and writing contests.

Eagles in 26 This program is made specifically for you, the class of 2026! By attending Eagles in 26 programs, you’ll learn how to get involved, fully understand the resources available to you as a student, and make connections with other first year students. When you attend events you’ll earn points giving you the opportunity to win all kinds of cool prizes, and who doesn’t love free stuff?

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FYExFYE (First Year Immersion by First Year Experience) Start your first year by “immersing” yourself in an unforgettable experience before classes even begin! With a variety of Immersion programs to choose from, first year students will be able to connect with peers, faculty, and staff in an academic area all have common interest with. Visit fgcu.edu/firstyearexperience for more information about our programs and initiatives.

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Student Program Agenda Program Check-In

During the check-in process, you will have the opportunity to pick up program materials, receive overnight room assignments, pick up your Eagle ID card, and confirm your immunization requirement has been met. You can then get your parking permit by visiting McTarnaghan Hall, room 142. Additionally, representatives from Wells Fargo Bank will be available on the first floor of the Cohen Student Union to inform you of the partnership between the bank and Eagle ID. Once you have completed everything, please proceed to the Cohen Student Union Gallery to enjoy complimentary beverages and preview Meal Membership information. While you wait for the Program Welcome be sure to look over the agenda to learn about the events that will take place over the next two days.

Program Welcome – Meet the Eagle View Orientation Staff

During this time, we will review the organization of the EVO program, instructions for completing your orientation, and provide some important information for you to get the most out of the experience. This is also an opportunity for you to get to know the Eagle View Orientation staff, who will be your official guides during the program.

Group Meeting & Campus Tour

These sessions will allow you to get to know your SPARK Mentor and the other students in your group, as you take some time to review the two-day program and learn about our goals and expectations. In addition, you will begin to learn your way around by taking a tour of the FGCU campus. 8

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Your SPARK mentor is a highly-trained individual who will serve as a group facilitator and mentor, and can help you get off to a great start at FGCU. If you’ve got questions, they’ve got the answers!

Welcome to the Nest

Consider it the official welcome to your first year at FGCU and induction to the Class of 2026! You will leave this session with all the tools you need to get involved and make the most of your time at FGCU.

Eagles Care: Supporting Student Well-being at FGCU

The transition from high school to college can be both exciting and challenging. This presentation will educate attendees about the resources available at FGCU to support student health and wellness.

Off to College

This dynamic production (performed by the Orientation Team) focuses on how you can successfully navigate through many of the common issues affecting new college students during their transition to college life, including personal safety, health and wellness, and diversity.

Please refer to the side-by-side agenda provided at check-in for specific times and locations.

Day 1 Debrief

You have heard a lot of information today, so this is an opportunity to have an open conversation, ask lingering questions, and process your first day at Orientation with the guidance of your SPARK mentor.

Dinner

Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat meal as you debrief the day with your family and new friends. Please check your name tag for your assigned dinner group. Going to dinner at the correct time prevents having to wait in longer lines.

Residence Hall Check Out

Good morning! You will return your room key to the EVO staff, store your luggage on the first floor of Palmetto Hall (available for pick-up after the program) and receive instructions from an Orientation Leader for the remainder of the day.

Breakfast

Wake up with a complimentary all-youcare-to-eat hot breakfast with the EVO staff. Your SPARK Mentor will guide you to main campus once breakfast has finished.

Dinner Group A: Please arrive by 6:15 p.m. Dinner Group B: Please arrive no earlier than 6:20 p.m.

EVO After Dark

After dinner, join your SPARK Mentor outside Everglades Hall to show off your animal group chant. This is a chance for you to meet some new people and unwind from the day’s events. After chant off we are headed over to the new University Recreation and Wellness Center for a night of games and activities!

Schedule Building

Let’s refresh and review the Academic Advising presentation you viewed as part of the Pre-Orientation Modules and answer remaining questions about academics at FGCU. Next, your Orientation Leader will walk you through how to complete the course registration process, remind you of the tools you have to register for classes, and prepare to finalize your schedule with your Academic Advisor. FGCU | ORIENTATION GUIDE

Your First Year

Getting off to a great start is the only way to launch your college experience! In this session you will learn about all the ways FGCU’s First Year Experience office can help keep you on track, help you connect to the university and your peers, and help ensure you’re having an exciting time.

Totally Technology

Experiential Learning and Career Development Presents: Equipping You for Success at FGCU and Beyond

Starting college comes with a whole new set of platforms and software programs you will use for classes and beyond. Allow us to introduce you to FGCU’s most widely used and important technology.

Learn how you can explore career paths AND gain valuable knowledge, experience and skills through servicelearning and internship experiences that will successfully prepare you for your first professional job or acceptance into graduate school.

Resource Fair Discussing the Transition

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Learn about the many resources available to you here at FGCU. Staff members from departments across campus and students representing many of the Registered Student Organizations will be present and are eager to meet you!

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General Education Program Courses Visit fgcu.edu/generaleducation to view the required general education program courses. Students must earn a minimum grade of C in all courses used to satisfy General Education Communication, Mathematics, State Core Humanities, State Core Social Sciences, and State Core Natural Sciences subject areas.

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FGCU Lingo Around campus there can be a lot of what we like to call “alphabet soup” casually thrown around in everyday conversation. We want to take some time to provide you with some of the more common abbreviations you may see or hear around campus.

Student Life } } } } }

RSO- Registered Student Organization SG- Student Government PB- Programming Board FSL- Fraternity and Sorority Life RA- Resident Assistant

Offices/Departments

CAA- Center for Academic Success CAPS- Counseling & Psychological Services EVO- Eagle View Orientation EA- Exploratory Advising FYE- First Year Experience Lib- Library MLD- Multicultural & Leadership Development } P&W- Prevention and Wellness } OIEC- Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance } UAS- University Advising Services } } } } } } }

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CRN- Course Reference Number GPA- Grade Point Average M, T, W, R, F- Weekdays classes are offered UIN- University ID Number

Academic Colleges

CAS- College of Arts and Sciences COE- College of Education LCOB- Lutgert College of Business MCHHS- Marieb College of Health & Human Services } WCE- U.A Whitaker College of Engineering } } } }

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Buildings on Main Campus

BHG- Ben Hill Griffin Hall CCC- Community Counseling Center CSU- Cohen Student Union EH- Edwards Hall HH- Howard Hall HE- Holmes Hall LH- Lutgert Hall LUCAS- Lucas Hall MAR- Marieb Hall MCT- McTarnaghan Hall MH- Merwin Hall RH- Reed Hall SH- Seidler Hall SRHM- Sugden Resort & Hospitality Management } WATER – Academic Building 9/Water School } WH- Whitaker Hall } } } } } } } } } } } } } }

Residential Buildings/ Areas } SoVi- South Village } BIS- Biscayne Hall } EAG- Eagle Hall } EVE- Everglades Hall } OSP- Osprey Hall } PAL- Palmetto Hall } NLV- North Lake Village } WLV- West Lake Village

Important Dates Week of Welcome

} First few weeks of classes

Start of classes

} Friday, August 19th

Labor Day

} Monday, September 5th- No Classes

Family Weekend

} Mid October- email communication will be sent out once the date is finalized

Veteran’s Day

} Friday, November 11th- No Classes

Thanksgiving break

} Wednesday, November 23rd-Sunday, November 27th

Last day of classes

} Friday, December 9th

Final exam week

} Monday, December 12th - Friday, December 16th

G N O S T FIGH S TO THE EAGLE EAGLES, HAIL E LU B SO Y HAIL TO THE SK ROUGH THE SOARING TH IGHT GRITY AND M T! WITH INTE H G FI S! T! LE H G G GO EA FIGHT! FI REEN & BLUE, WE BLEED G EAGLES HAIL TO THE S, LE G EA E HAIL TO TH TO VICTORY! LEAD US ON E GOAL; FIGHT FOR TH SOUL N A D GIVE HEART -U! FFLY FOR G-C HT!

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WE HAVE MORE THAN 250+ STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS. EMERALD GREEN AND COBALT BLUE, WERE CHOSEN TO SYMBOLIZE THE EARTH AND WATER. FGCU IS THE FIRST 15TH SEED EVER TO ADVANCE TO THE NCAA MEN’S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SWEET 16.

OUR CAMPUS IS A LIVING LABORATORY

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THE FOOD FOREST ON CAMPUS IS MAINTAINED & OPERATED BY STUDENTS.

80%

OF FRESHMEN LIVE ON CAMPUS.

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Alico Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Arts Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Boardwalk Waterfront Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Campus Recreation Waterfront Complex . . . . 29 Campus Support Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Center for Career & Exploratory Advising . . . . . 6 Central Energy Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cohen Student Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Edwards Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Egan Observatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Food Pantry & Music Modular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Griffin Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Grounds Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Holmes Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Howard Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Information Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kleist Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Lee County/FGCU Aquatics Center . . . . . . . . . 22 Little Eagles Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lucas Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Lutgert Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Margaret S. Sugden Welcome Center . . . . . . . 18 Marieb Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 McTarnaghan Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Merwin Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Modular Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Music Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Center/WGCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Outdoor Sports Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Reed Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Richard C. Ackert Community Center . . . . . . . . 34 Seidler Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 South Energy Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 South Village Modular One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 South Village Modular Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 SoVi Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Student & Community Counseling Center . . . 35 Student Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Sugden Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Water School (AB9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 University Marketing & Communications . . . . 43 University Recreation & Wellness Center . . . . . 33 Whitaker Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Wilson G. Bradshaw Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Visitor/Faculty/Staff/Student Parking

Student Commuter Parking Only

Faculty/Staff Parking

Visitor Parking

Resident Parking

WEST LAKE VILLAGE

FGCU LAKE PARKWAY WEST

Eagle Express Shuttle Stop

PG4

32 24

SOLAR FIELD

FGCU BOULEVARD P1

13 18

FGCU SOUTH COURT NATURE TRAIL

FOOD FOREST

20 Lee Transit Bus Stop

Eagle Express Town Center Shuttle Stop

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(Pass required)

Places to eat

FLOR IDA GU

BEN HILL GRIFFIN PARKWAY

POLICE STATION

UL F COA ST U N I V ER SITY 29

SWANSON STADIUM

SOFTBALL FIELD

34 RECREATION OUTDOOR COMPLEX (R.O.C.)

NORTH LAKE VILLAGE

FGCU LAKE PARKWAY EAST PG3

PG1

39 P8

1 12

17 5

4 21

P5 P5

SOCCER COMPLEX

NATURE TRAIL

VETERANS PAVILION

INTRAMURAL FIELD

14 35 37

SOUTH VILLAGE

FGCU SOUTH BRIDGE LOOP

PGB

P PG2

43 FGCU BOULEVARD SOUTH

SOUTH VILLAGE BOULEVARD

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