10:00 am - 2:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities and learn about our partnership with Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Stretching across 110,000 acres of pristine mangrove forest, uplands and protected waters, and encompassing 40% of Collier County coastline, the reserve is committed to preservation through research, education and land protection and offers opportunities for internships. Presented by: The Water School
SANIBEL SEA SCHOOL
10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities and learn about our partnership. Sanibel Sea School is dedicated to teaching children and adults about marine ecosystems – animals, people, plants, land, ocean and weather, providing the opportunity to touch, feel and interact with natural surroundings. Presented by: The Water School
FGCU DAY VETERANS PAVILION PERFORMANCE STAGE PANCAKE COOK-OFF
9:00 am Listen to tunes during the pancake competition on the Great Lawn. Presented by: University Advancement
PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
9:45 am Kick off the day with President Mike Martin as he welcomes the community to campus to join in the 25th Anniversary celebration. Presented by: University Advancement
STUDENT STEP SHOWCASE
10:00 am Enjoy the rhythm of the FGCU Student Step Club, A Step Above Perfection, and a variety of student organizations as they perform a lively beat. Presented by: Student Success & Enrollment Management
SALSEROS PERFORMANCE 11:30 am Enjoy a festive and colorful performance by Salseros, our FGCU campus salsa team, and learn a few steps yourself. Presented by: Global Engagement Office
BSM JAZZ COMBO
12:00 pm Relax with jazz favorites performed by the Bower School of Music Jazz Combo. Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts
POETRY SLAM
2:00 pm See and hear emerging artists showcase their work in a poetry slam. Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences
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BOWER BRASS QUINTET
11:00 am Take in classic tunes performed by the Bower Brass Quartet and enjoy the sights and festivities happening on the Great Lawn. Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts 44
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