Counseling Center

ROOKERY BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE 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

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

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

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 Offi ce

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