FGCU Day Event Guide

FOOD, FAMILY FUN & GAMES SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12

9 AM - 3 PM

RAIN OR SHINE FREE ADMISSION

WELCOME

Florida Gulf Coast University is excited to welcome you to campus for the kickoff of our 25th Anniversary celebration. Experience our incredible campus – learn, explore and discover with us – and find ways to join us all throughout the year. This daylong open-house will coincide with our Eagle Expo for prospective students and Homecoming for Eagle alumni, along with hundreds of events sure to engage our entire Southwest Florida community.

Learn more on our FGCU Day website fgcu.edu/fgcuday

Dining South Village has lots of options for food choices at the SoVi Dining Hall and SoVi C-Store. North Lake Village has waterfront dining at The Boardwalk — pizza, sandwiches, burgers and Azul’s Brewhouse.

Inside the Cohen Student Union is the Food Court including Einstein Bros.® Bagels, Chick-fil-A ®, 239 Burger Bar, Jamba and Brahma Express.

The Marketplace in Howard Hall and The Marketplace @ The Link (including Dunkin’®) have multiple food options, including Boar’s Head® sandwiches and grab-and-go food, such as salads, sandwiches and snacks. Starbucks is located in the Bradshaw Library.

For hours of operation for dining locations, please view the website.

Most events will take place outdoors, and masks are encouraged for indoor activities. Please reference the latest COVID-19 guidelines for Florida Gulf Coast University at: FGCU.edu.

Restrooms All campus buildings will be open with restroom facilities.

Parking There are convenient, color-coded parking garages (PG) and various parking lots (P) offering free parking.

Campus Shuttles Shuttles run continuously throughout the day to all of the campus neighborhoods.

University Bookstore Swing by the bookstore in the Cohen Student Union to pick up your FGCU Eagles gear.

Guidebook Plan your FGCU Day activities with a customizable digital schedule. Find an interactive map on the FGCU Guidebook app. Scan this QR code to find a unique way to maximize your fun day.

All text has been updated as of January 19. Please check our website for any recent changes: fgcu.edu/fgcuday

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Alico Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

PLACES TO EAT: 1

Aquatics Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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Arts Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ACADEMIC CORRIDOR

Bower School of Music . . . . . . . 4 Wilson G. Bradshaw Library . . . 5 Campus Support Complex (Police) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Cohen Student Union . . . . . . . . 7

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WGCU, Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Center . . . . . . . . . 8

Edwards Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1. The Boardwalk

NORTH LAKE VILLAGE

2. Cohen Student Union 3. The Marketplace 4. The Marketplace @The Link 5. Starbucks

6. SoVi Dining Hall

EAGLE CENTRAL

Holmes Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

SHUTTLES STOPS:

Howard Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

McTarnaghan Hall . . . . . . . . . . 18

Campus

Merwin Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Reed Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Seidler Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Student & Community Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . 23 Sugden Resort & Hospitality Management Hall . . . . . . . . . . . 24

SPORTS & REC ROW

Margaret S. Sugden Welcome Center . . . . . . . . . . . 25 The Water School . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Whitaker Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 University Recreation & Wellness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

WATERFRONT WAY

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Veterans Pavilion . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Waterfront Way . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Marieb Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Lucas Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

SOVI SQUARE

BEN HILL GRIFFIN PARKWAY

Runs back and forth to North Lake Village only

Lutgert Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

THE GREAT LAWN

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Little Eagles Learning Center . 14

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Egan Observatory . . . . . . . . . . 10 Griffin Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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FGCU SOUTH BRIDGE LOOP

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EAGLE EXPO IS OUR OPEN HOUSE FOR PROSPECTIVE FGCU STUDENTS

EAGLE EXPO SPECIFIC EVENTS FGCU INFO TABLES

Be sure to stop and talk with our faculty, staff and students at the various tables found across campus – from our innovation and impact to research and discovery – you’ll learn so much about what makes FGCU special.

Walk into the new Enrollment Services Center (ESC) and meet the friendly team who assist our current students with everything from financial aid to meal plans.

The following presentations will be provided at 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm & 2:00 pm

ADMISSIONS, YOU & FGCU

Edwards Hall, RM 112 Are you interested in becoming an FGCU Eagle or do you know someone who is? Learn more about our awesome university, the admissions process/requirements, and strategies that are a slam dunk in helping make you an FGCU Eagle!

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Seidler Hall, RM 114 Get the facts on applying for financial aid and scholarships. We will help you understand the application process, important deadlines, and provide you with a five-step action plan to maximize your financial aid awards.

THE HONORS COLLEGE: EXCELLING IN & OUT OF THE CLASSROOM

Lutgert Hall, RM 1201 Discover the Honors College at FGCU and its central features of scholarly advancement, cultural enrichment, community engagement and leadership development. You will learn how the Honors College prepares students for success at FGCU and beyond.

ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL PRESENTATION IN SPANISH

1:00 pm Lutgert Hall, 1202 Hear general information about FGCU and the admissions process.

Representatives from admissions and financial aid will be available to assist with questions after the presentation.

NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR STOPS HOUSING TOURS Find out what it’s like to be a student at FGCU at one of our tour stops.

LITTLE EAGLES LEARNING CENTER OPEN HOUSE

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

Hop on the SoVi bus to see our freshman housing or the North Lake bus to see campus apartments.

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Little Eagles Learning Center Stop by and explore the Little Eagles Learning Center also celebrating 25 years as a resource to FGCU and the community. Tour the facility and take part in children friendly activities with staff and FGCU student interns.

Presented by: College of Education

HOMECOMING TAILGATE 2:00 pm Recreation Outdoor Complex (in front of Alico Arena) Join fellow Eagles for a family-friendly tailgate featuring food trucks, beer and wine, carnival games, DJ, face painting and more.

Registration includes food, cash bar and fun!

2:00 pm 4:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

Men’s Tailgate Men’s Basketball vs. Stetson Women’s Tailgate Women’s Basketball vs. Stetson

$10 - FGCU Alumni $12 – Community Members Free – Children under 12 Registration is required: FGCUHomecoming.com F G C U D AY P R O G R A M

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HUMAN PERFORMANCE LAB TOURS

BACK-TO-BACK DRAWING ACTIVITY

INDIGO SNAKE EXHIBIT

BLOOMBERG INVESTMENT LAB TOURS

INNOVATION STATION

BUILD FGCU OUT OF CANS

INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE DEMO: FUSION 360

CHECK YOUR PRESSURE

IS IT SELF-DEFENSE OR MURDER?

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LEE COUNTY INNOVATIVE SCHOOL

IS LIFE FAIR?

COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER TOURS COPING MANDALAS COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES TOURS COUNSELING COLOR CORNER EAGLES EDUCATE STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER ECO-CAMPUS SCAVENGER HUNT ENGINEERING IMPACT ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM Q&A ENTREPRENEURSHIP PITCH TIME EXPLORE EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY FGCU CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY FGCU HISTORY COMES TO LIFE FGCU JOURNALISM SHOWCASE FGCU LOVES STEM FGCU STUDENT & ALUMNI BUSINESS SHOWCASE FITNESS GAMES “ES SAYS” FLY A DRONE! GET STARTED! WARM-UP MOVEMENTS HEALTH SCIENCES INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT

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LEARN TO CODE - FGCU CODING ACADEMY MEET ARTHUR MEET NATURE CAT MENTAL HEALTH JEOPARDY MONUMENTAL CONSEQUENCES: A LESSON IN HISTORY NURSING LAB TOURS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY LAB TOURS OXYGEN LEVEL CHECKUP PHYSICAL THERAPY NEURO LAB TOURS PHYSICAL THERAPY ORTHOPEDIC LAB TOURS PLAY THERAPY READ-ALOUD WITH THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION SELF-CARE SPARKLE SOUTH FLORIDA ARCHAEOLOGY STRETCH & REFRESH VIRTUAL REALITY FOR SUSTAINABILITY WE MEAN BUSINESS! ACTIVITY FAIR WGCU STATION TOURS WILDLIFE TRACKING: SNAKING WITH KING WINGS OF HOPE WILDLIFE WORKSHOP

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A CARNIVAL OF LANGUAGES

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ACADEMIC CORRIDOR

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, outside near pond

Explore Academic Corridor and discover the main learning area of campus – see research projects, meet faculty and students and find out more about the academic excellence at FGCU.

A CARNIVAL OF LANGUAGES 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Ben Hill Griffin lobby

Enjoy a vibrant carnival of languages with a puppet show, fortune teller, storytelling and dancing. Learn about a variety of cultures and languages including German, French and Spanish, through interactive activities.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

BACK-TO-BACK DRAWING ACTIVITY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside

Join in a drawing game that features themes of communication, drawing and following directions.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

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BLOOMBERG STUDENT INVESTMENT LAB TOURS 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Lutgert Hall, RM 1205

Check out finance majors in the Lutgert College of Business as they manipulate the stock market in real time to grow part of the FGCU endowment. Tour the lab and let these students show you how it’s done!

Presented by: Lutgert College of Business

BUILD FGCU OUT OF CANS

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Holmes Hall, outside Help construct FGCU out of cans with the U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering team. Bring any “green” canned food item, such as green beans and lima beans, to incorporate into the sculpture. All canned food will be donated to the FGCU Food Pantry after the event.

Presented by: U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering

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Stop by the Marieb Hall courtyard and check in with the School of Nursing to get your blood pressure checked.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LEE COUNTY INNOVATIVE SCHOOL 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Merwin Hall, outside

Learn more about the partnership with FGCU’s College of Education and the School District of Lee County’s future Innovative School. Faculty from the College of Education and staff from the school district will be on site to discuss timeline, school design, location and the opportunities the partnership will bring to the community and FGCU. Presented by: College of Education

COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER TOURS

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, third floor Tour the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) facility and learn about counseling and wellness programs for the Southwest Florida community. Visitors will be able to see all counseling rooms, including the play therapy room.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

COPING MANDALAS

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside Learn techniques for calming and create mandalas using a variety of media for stress relief and coping.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES TOURS 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, third floor Tour the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) facility and learn about services available for FGCU students.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services F G C U D AY P R O G R A M

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CHECK YOUR PRESSURE

ACADEMIC

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside Color images that promote diversity and positive affirmations.

Adults and children are welcome to stimulate the mind and reduce stress in this relaxing activity.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

EAGLES EDUCATE STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Merwin Hall, outside Meet current College of Education students participating in the Eagles Educate Organization.

Students will be providing fun activities for children of all ages and be available to chat about their experiences in a teacher preparation program at FGCU. Presented by: College of Education

ECO-CAMPUS SCAVENGER HUNT

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Between Whitaker Hall & The Egan Observatory, outside

Explore the campus as you learn more about the environmentally conscious and ecologically important aspects of the university. Enjoy discovering 14

the natural beauty of FGCU.

Presented by: Office of Scholarly Innovation & Student Research

ENGINEERING IMPACT 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Holmes Hall

Walk through Holmes Hall to connect with some of our engineering alumni and learn how they’ve launched careers that impact and strengthen the community on many levels.

Presented by: U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM Q&A

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Lucas Hall, RM 232 Learn about our entrepreneurship programs, including our academic and extracurricular offerings.

Entrepreneurship faculty, staff and students will share their experiences. There will also be some entrepreneurship swag.

Presented by: Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship

ENTREPRENEURSHIP STUDENT AND ALUMNI PITCH TIME 10:30 am – 11:30 am Lucas Hall, RM 232 Join us for five, 7-minute business pitches from current FGCU

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students and alumni participating in FGCU’s Runway Program Incubator, a free program for students of all majors that teaches students to launch or grow their businesses.

Each presenter has a unique product, service or mobile app.

Presented by: Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship

EXPLORE EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Merwin Hall, outside Get a fun hands-on experience with educational technology that can be used in today’s classrooms. Faculty and students in the Educational Technology program will be there to answer questions and share innovative technology.

Presented by: College of Education

FGCU CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Holmes Hall, outside

FGCU HISTORY COMES TO LIFE

10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm Reed Hall Lobby & Reed Hall, RM 144

Explore 25 years of Florida Gulf Coast University history through a digital StoryMap. Take a deep dive into our history through the context of alumni, professors, impactful events, university leadership, and social, cultural, political and environmental impacts.

Presented by: Honors College

FGCU JOURNALISM SHOWCASE 10:00 am – 12:00 pm WGCU, RM 28

Learn more about the FGCU Journalism program and tour the broadcast facilities at WGCU. Join conversations about courses, connect with current students and meet FGCU alumni who are working in the journalism field.

Learn about the FGCU Campus Food Pantry. Bring a nonperishable donation and discover Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences the origin story, set up and daily function of the Campus Food Pantry as it strives to combat food insecurity among college students.

Presented by: FGCU Food Pantry

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COUNSELING COLOR CORNER

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Between Whitaker Hall and the Egan Observatory, outside

Learn about our K-12 STEM programs, teacher training programs and FGCU student scholarship opportunities. See a solar telescope demo and participate in STEM activities.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

FGCU STUDENT AND ALUMNI BUSINESS SHOWCASE 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Lucas Hall, FineMark Incubator

Meet students and alumni that participate in FGCU’s Runway Program Incubator, a free program for students of all majors that teaches participants to launch or grow their businesses, as they showcase their products and unique services.

Presented by: Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship

FITNESS GAMES “ES SAYS”

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Marieb Turf, between Marieb Hall and Garage #4 Take part in a coordinated group exercise in a fun and lighthearted play on “Simon Says” to finish up the day.

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Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

FLY A DRONE!

10:00 am – 2:00 pm Holmes Hall, front lawn

Check out how drones are used in the construction management field and learn to fly one yourself.

Presented by: U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering

GET STARTED! WARM-UP MOVEMENTS

10:30 am - 11:00 am Marieb Turf, between Marieb Hall and Garage #4 Join in this group exercise with simple warm-up movements to get the day off to a good start and prepare for a day of walking around campus.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

HEALTH SCIENCES INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT

10:30 am – 11:30 am Marieb Hall, RM 111 Enjoy displays of student work and accomplishments. Plus, opportunities for alumni, current students and faculty to socialize with one another.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

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HUMAN PERFORMANCE LAB TOURS 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, RM 110

Step into the future of exercise and tour the Human Performance Lab to learn about the latest techniques.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

INDIGO SNAKE EXHIBIT 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Whitaker Hall, outside

Visit the Department of Biology’s indigo snake on exhibit. Discover more about the habitat of snakes and their importance to the environment. The interactive program will feature telemetry equipment and other tools used to monitor snake habitats.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

INNOVATION STATION

10:00 am, 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm Lucas Hall

Join a guided tour of FGCU’s new innovation center, Lucas Hall, and see the tools and classrooms used to help students become entrepreneurs.

Student ambassadors will

lead the tours highlighting the FineMark Incubator and Rist Family MakerSpace, featuring state-of-the-art equipment for prototyping and building businesses including 3D printers.

Presented by: Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship

INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE DEMO: FUSION 360

11:30 am – 12:00 pm, 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Lucas Hall, third floor Stop in for an interactive software demo where you will learn the basics of Fusion 360, a cloud-based 3D modeling software used by our students to build prototypes.

Make your own 3D model in our fully equipped media lab.

Presented by: Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship

IS IT SELF-DEFENSE OR MURDER?

11:00 am – 12:00 pm Merwin Hall, RM 124 Take part in investigating a criminal case to determine whether it was murder or self-defense. What other information do you need to know?

All of the evidence from this 2005 true crime case will be available to review with faculty playing the roles of the victim and the accused, F G C U D AY P R O G R A M

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FGCU LOVES STEM

IS LIFE FAIR?

11:00 am – 12:00 pm Lutgert Hall, RM 1204 Learn about the ways sociologists explore the complexities of the social world, covering topics such as inequality and marginalization in our modern society.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

LEARN TO CODE WITH THE FGCU CODING ACADEMY 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Reed Hall, outside

Sharpen your coding capability with activities geared for kids and open to all age groups using mini-robots.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

MEET ARTHUR

11:45 am – 12:15 pm, 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Building, outside Stop by WGCU for pictures and activities with Arthur and his WGCU friends. No direct contact with the character is allowed.

Presented by: WGCU Public Media

MEET NATURE CAT

11:00 am – 11:30 am, 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Building, outside Tally ho! Stop by the WGCU Public Media building for a meet and greet with PBS Kids’ Nature Cat, capture a photo and make a Nature Cat hat. No direct contact with the character is allowed.

Presented by: WGCU Public Media

MENTAL HEALTH JEOPARDY 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside

Join in this fun, interactive game designed to increase mental health and wellness knowledge and provide tools for coping.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

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MONUMENTAL CONSEQUENCES: A LESSON IN HISTORY 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Whitaker Hall, outside

Participate in a game about historical strategy, learn about perspective, bias, contingency and other aspects of decision making throughout history.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

NURSING LAB TOURS 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, third floor

Get a firsthand look at FGCU’s innovative Nursing Simulation Labs. We will showcase our high-tech, medical learning environment with skilled demonstrations by current students and faculty.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY LAB TOURS 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, RM 203 & 205

Tour the OT labs used for pediatric intervention and activities for daily living. Visitors can complete assessments conducted by faculty and OT students.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

OXYGEN LEVEL CHECKUP 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, outside near water pond

The School of Nursing students and faculty will provide pulse oxygen readings. Equipment is sanitized for COVID safety.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

PHYSICAL THERAPY NEURO LAB TOURS 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, RM 103

Step into the future of physical therapy and tour the Physical Therapy Neuro Lab to learn about the latest in rehabilitation science.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

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while answering questions about the judicial process.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

SELF-CARE SPARKLE

Learn about the latest techniques in physical therapy and tour the Physical Therapy Orthopedic Lab.

Enjoy creating a mindfulness jar to increase focus, concentration and relaxation.

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Marieb Hall, RM 101

10:00 am – 1:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

PLAY THERAPY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student and Community Counseling Center, outside

Engage in play activities for both adults and children, such as bubbles and parachute games. Parents are welcome to participate with their children.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

READ-ALOUD WITH THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

11:30 am – 1:30 pm Merwin Hall, outside Grab a spot on a blanket on the lawn in front of Merwin while children of all ages engage with College of Education students in a storytelling activity and have stories read to them in a small group setting.

Presented by: College of Education

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SOUTH FLORIDA ARCHAEOLOGY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Edwards Hall, outside

Discover how archaeologists find and recover the remains of past societies in South Florida. Mock excavations and demonstrations, artifact displays and lessons on archaeological field methods. Interactive learning for all ages.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

STRETCH & REFRESH

12:30 pm – 1:00 pm Marieb Turf, between Marieb Hall and Garage #4 Join in this group exercise of basic stretching and mindfulness to reset the body and refresh the mind.

Presented by: Marieb College of Health & Human Services

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VIRTUAL REALITY FOR SUSTAINABILITY

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Holmes Hall, RM 403 Check out an interactive demo through virtual reality (VR) and explore the immersive waterenergy-food nexus and sustainable practice visualization.

Presented by: The Water School

WE MEAN BUSINESS! ACTIVITY FAIR 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Lutgert Hall Courtyard

See what makes us special – play Plinko with accounting majors and Game of Life with supply chain majors. Take a turn in our Money Grab Machine to win Lutgert College of Business swag. Pose for our photo booth and upload your pics to our giant social media screens.

Deans, faculty and students will be on hand to answer all your questions.

Presented by: Lutgert College of Business

WGCU STATION TOURS 10:00 am - 10:45 am, 11:45 am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Building

Tour WGCU Public Media and explore the television and radio studios while learning about WGCU’s programming along with its community and education initiatives.

Space is limited to 30. First come-first served.

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PHYSICAL THERAPY ORTHOPEDIC LAB TOURS

Presented by: WGCU Public Media

WILDLIFE TRACKING: SNAKING WITH KING

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Between Whitaker Hall and The Egan Observatory, outside Learn and experience how biologists track local wildlife in this interactive activity. Plus, meet our wildlife ambassador, King, the gentle Eastern indigo snake.

Presented by: Office of Scholarly Innovation and Student Research

WINGS OF HOPE WILDLIFE WORKSHOP 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Reed Hall, RM 247

The Wings of Hope team will discuss the educational outreach to elementary, middle school and university students about the Florida panther, Florida black bear and other native wildlife.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences F G C U D AY P R O G R A M

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CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO DRAWING OPEN STUDIO FOLK DANCING FOR ALL AGES IMPROV GAMES AND PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP KINDNESS-PALOOZA! KORESHAN HYMNS PERFORMANCE & PRESENTATION MUSIC THERAPY: COMMUNITY GROUP DRUMMING PAINTING OPEN STUDIO PARENT/CHILD MUSIC SESSIONS PERCUSSION QUARTET PRINTMAKING OPEN STUDIO SCULPTURE OPEN STUDIO “SEEING THROUGH MASTERPIECES: AN INVITATION TO ART” TIE-DYE YOUR T-SHIRT TRAILER FOR ON BAILE’S STRAND AND Q&A WITH ACTORS T-SHIRT DESIGN & PRINTING WASMER ART GALLERY WOODWIND QUINTET

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Stop by Arts Alley, the cultural and artistic heart of campus, for a variety of musical performances, art exhibits, dance performances and more.

ARTS COMPLEX TOURS

10:30 am - 11:00 am, 12:30 pm 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Arts Complex Follow along with FGCU student artists on guided tours through the classrooms in the Arts Complex and learn more about the creative spaces.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

BSM JAZZ COMBO

1:30 pm – 2:00 pm Music Tent, front of Bower School of Music building Enjoy jazz favorites performed by the Bower School of Music Jazz Combo.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 140 Check out demonstrations and displays of student work in the

Ceramics Studio. Create your own piece and learn about community workshops.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

DRAWING OPEN STUDIO

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 156 Discover drawing through demonstrations and displays of student work in the Drawing Studio.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

FOLK DANCING FOR ALL AGES

11:30 am – 12:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 111 Join FGCU music faculty and students for some good oldfashioned folk dancing. All ages are welcome and no experience necessary as we guide you through this community-building event!

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Arts Complex, RM 113 Join award-winning actors and FGCU professors for an interactive theatre performance workshop, including improv games and stage techniques for all ages.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

KINDNESS-PALOOZA!

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Library Lawn South Fortify yourself with kindnesscentered activities and fun! Kids of all ages are welcome to join in activities including rock painting, scavenger hunts, face painting, planting take-home seedlings for your own compassion gardens, games and mini-meditations and mindfulness activities for the grown-ups.

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KORESHAN HYMNS PERFORMANCE & PRESENTATION

11:00 am - 11:30 am, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Music Tent, front of Bower School of Music building Celebrate local history as an ensemble of singers from the Bower School of Music invites you to sing along as they perform hymns from the Koreshan Unity, a communal Utopia that settled in Estero more than 100 years ago.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

MUSIC THERAPY: COMMUNITY GROUP DRUMMING

10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm Library Lawn South Join FGCU music therapy students in a community group drumming demonstration between the Arts Complex and the Bradshaw Library.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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PAINTING OPEN STUDIO

PRINTMAKING OPEN STUDIO

PARENT/CHILD MUSIC SESSIONS

SCULPTURE OPEN STUDIO

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 153 Learn painting techniques through demonstrations and displays of student work in the Painting Studio.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

10:00 am - 11:00 am Arts Complex, RM 111 Parents and children 6 months – 8 years will engage in age-appropriate interactive music activities.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

PERCUSSION QUARTET

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Music Tent, front of Bower School of Music building Find the rhythm and enjoy the beat from the Bower School of Music Percussion Quartet.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 148 Take part in printmaking demonstrations and displays of student work in the Printmaking Studio.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

ARTS ALLEY

IMPROV GAMES AND PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, RM 143 Enjoy a guided tour of the facility and displays of student work in the Sculpture Studio.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

“SEEING THROUGH MASTERPIECES: AN INVITATION TO ART”

10:30 am - 11:00 am, 12:00 pm 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Arts Complex Courtyard Art is for everyone! Join us for a fun introduction to art analysis and interpretation through interactive group discussion.

Suitable for all ages.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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TRAILER FOR ON BAILE’S STRAND AND Q&A WITH ACTORS

10:00 am - 10:30 am Arts Complex, TheatreLab Watch the trailer for the film On Baile’s Strand and speak with student actors about their experiences creating it.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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WASMER ART GALLERY

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Arts Complex Visit the Wasmer Art Gallery and enjoy the current exhibition, Travis Somerville: Burden of Consequences. Recommended for mature audiences.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

WOODWIND QUINTET

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Music Tent, front of Bower School of Music Building Hear fun chamber music classics from the Bower Woodwind Quintet.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex Courtyard Check out the Digital Media Design class as students print specialty T-shirts for the 25th Anniversary celebration.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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T-SHIRT DESIGN & PRINTING

AZUL’S BREWERY TOURS FGCU ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE & TECHNOLOGY CLINIC FGCU BOOKSTORE GRAND RE-OPENING FGCU MOTOR SHOW PGM OPEN HOUSE

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ARTS ALLEY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Arts Complex, outside Take time to tie-dye a T-shirt or one of your favorite totes in this interactive and fun lesson in creating the right mix to find your color combination. T-shirts will be provided to the first 1,000 guests.

Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

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TIE-DYE YOUR T-SHIRT

PRIDE YOUR RIDE! PRIVATE GOLF LESSON THE “AMAZING RACE” TO SUCCESS WINE-TASTING DEMO

Your Cultural Connection FGCU’s Bower School of Music & the Arts hosts more than 150 art, music & theatre events every year. fgcu.edu/bsma

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EAGLE CENTRAL Join us in Eagle Central and visit the Cohen Student Union for student exhibitions, information about student organizations and lifelong learning opportunities. Find your favorite FGCU gear at the bookstore, get your Eagles license plate and enjoy a host of dining options.

AZUL’S BREWERY TOURS

EAGLE CENTRAL

11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm Sugden Hall Kitchen, RM 116/117

Discover the latest in craft beer brewing techniques and join a tour of Azul’s, the campus nanobrewery. Go behind the scenes to learn about the brewing process with current FGCU students.

Presented by: School of Resort & Hospitality Management

FGCU ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE & TECHNOLOGY CLINIC 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Cohen Student Union, RM 213

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education program. Each session will feature an iPhone/iPad Technology clinic with answers for your smartphone issues and questions.

Presented by: FGCU Academy

FGCU BOOKSTORE GRAND RE-OPENING

10:00 am – 2:00 pm Cohen Student Union Stop by the newly renovated FGCU Bookstore to shop, enjoy some music, and visit our photo booth.

Take a walk down memory lane as we display where the store has been compared to where it is now.

Presented by: Barnes & Noble College at FGCU

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10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student Services Plaza Take a sneak peek at some of the coolest cars on the plaza. FGCU Student Car Club members are ready for some car talk in advance of the Motor Show being held on campus Feb. 20. Pre-register your car for the FGCU Car Club’s Motor Show, which raises funds for the American Heart Association.

Presented by: The FGCU Student Car Club

PGM OPEN HOUSE

10:30 am – 11:30 am, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Sugden Hall, RM 208

Information session for prospective students interested in the BS in PGA Golf Management. Meet the faculty, tour the labs and learn the requirements for admission into this limited-access undergraduate degree program.

Presented by: Lutgert College of Business

PRIDE YOUR RIDE! GET A NEW FGCU LICENSE PLATE

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Cohen Student Union, second floor Get a new FGCU Eagles license plate. Stop by the FLOW mini mobile tax collector unit and order your new FGCU tag.

Other services include license and ID credentialing and renewal of vehicle registration.

Presented by: University Advancement

PRIVATE GOLF LESSON 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sugden Hall, RM 227

Attention golfers! Sign up for a one-on-one quick tips session with a PGA Golf Management student in the state-of-the-art indoor simulation lab. Tee off virtually and let our students offer pointers to help improve your game. Appointments available every 15 minutes.

Register at fgcu.edu/fgcuday Presented by: The Lutgert College of Business & PGA Golf Management Program

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FGCU MOTOR SHOW

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Enjoy savory treats direct from the School of Resort & Hospitality kitchen with a specially paired wine while students showcase the opportunities in resort and hospitality administration.

While supplies last.

SOVI SQUARE

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11:00 am – 3:00 pm Sugden Hall Wine Lab, RM 117

CAMPUS RECREATION: THEN & NOW SPORT CLUB SHOWCASE WELCOME HOME: CAMPUS MEMORIES

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Stunning nature and wildlife photography

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Miami’s fascinating Little Havana

Hundreds of courses.

A 360-Degree view of FGCU. Must-see stories, pictures and video featuring impactful research, innovative programs and fascinating people. fgcu360.com

Knowledgeable speakers In Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE

Learn more at fgcu.edu/academy

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SOVI SQUARE

EAGLE CENTRAL

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Student Services Plaza, outside Join the “Amazing Race” experience across Eagle Central!

Solve FGCU clues and engage in fun activities while learning about the services, opportunities and resources provided to students.

Presented by: Division of Student Success & Enrollment Management

WINE-TASTING DEMO

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THE “AMAZING RACE” TO SUCCESS

Explore exceptional student accommodations in the most picturesque campus setting – stop by SOVI Square to see the fun and unique features of living in South Village at FGCU.

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FGCU SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT (9 AM - 9 PM) FGCU ATHLETICS ARENA TOURS FGCU ALUMNI BASKETBALL GAME FGCU BASKETBALL TAILGATE

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10:00 am – 3:00 pm University Recreation & Wellness Center Lobby Visit the University Recreation & Wellness Center, the facility dedicated to serving students and their well-being. Also, check out the new Rec Deck, a multi-use outdoor fitness space that’s the first of its kind in the country.

Presented by: Campus Recreation

SPORT CLUB SHOWCASE

11:00 am – 3:00 pm SoVi Lawn Join Campus Recreation as we highlight the student-athletes in our Sport Club program.

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WELCOME HOME: CAMPUS MEMORIES

10:00 am – 2:00 pm Everglades Hall Welcome back to your home away from home, when you were a student at FGCU, or get a glimpse at what it might have been like if you had been one. Join a guided tour of South Village, take a photo with your family and friends in our FGCU-themed photo booth, and enjoy a sweet treat from one of our food trucks.

Presented by: Office of Housing & Residential Life

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FGCU ATHLETICS

NCAA Division I - Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) Men’s teams: Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Tennis

Women’s teams: Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Swimming & Diving Tennis Volleyball

MEN’S BASKETBALL GAME

4:00 pm Alico Arena Be there to cheer on your FGCU Eagles as they take on Stetson University at Alico Arena.

Ticket info at FGCUTickets.com Presented by: FGCU Athletics

SPORTS AND REC ROW

CAMPUS RECREATION: THEN & NOW

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL GAME 7:00 pm Alico Arena Join us to cheer on your FGCU Eagles as they take on Stetson University at Alico Arena.

Ticket info at FGCUTickets.com Presented by: FGCU Athletics

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FGCU SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

9:00 am – 9:00 pm Softball Complex Watch the Eagles in the FGCU Kickoff Classic all weekend long, with free entry for alumni and free vintage Dirty Bird shirts while supplies last. Ticket info at FGCUTickets.com Presented by: FGCU Athletics

SPORTS AND REC ROW

FGCU ATHLETICS ARENA TOURS

10:00 am - 1:00 pm Alico Arena Tour Alico Arena and see memorabilia from the ASUN Championships, NCAA tournament appearances and epic victories over the 20 years of Eagle Athletics, including Dunk City in 2013. This is a continuous open house style tour.

Presented by: FGCU Athletics

FGCU ALUMNI BASKETBALL GAME

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Alico Arena The FGCU alumni Basketball game celebrates men’s and women’s players of the past. Free admission for all.

Presented by: FGCU Athletics

FGCU BASKETBALL TAILGATES 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Alico Arena, outside FGCU Basketball tailgate at the ROC preceding the FGCU Women’s and Men’s Homecoming basketball games. DJ, food trucks and fun. Community welcome.

Ticket info at FGCUTickets.com Register for the tailgate at FGCUHomecoming.com Presented by: FGCU Alumni Association

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ARTLAB AWRA WATER TESTING INTERACTIVE DEMOS BLUE GREEN ALGAE RESEARCH CAMPUS LIFE SHOWCASE ENVIRONMENTAL & CLIMATE JUSTICE IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA EXPLORE HURRICANES AND SEA LEVEL RISE FGCU CAMPUS NATURE TRAIL WALKS GIS ANALYSIS AT THE WATER SCHOOL GROUNDWATER SAMPLING DEMOS INTERACTIVE WATERSHED SHOWCASE KIDS’ STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY KID ZONE AT THE LIBRARY LIBRARY ART TOUR LIBRARY 3D PRINTING DEMOS LIBRARY PHOTO BOOTH MAKING THE SUSTAINABLE UNIVERSITY: AUTHOR TALK AND DEDICATION MEET ARTHUR

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Dash over to Sports and Rec Row and dive in to get to know the FGCU NCAA Division 1 Champion teams. See a Dunk City basketball game at Alico Arena, catch an alumni softball game and enjoy the Homecoming Tailgate.

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SPORTS & REC ROW

MEET DR. GREG TOLLEY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE WATER SCHOOL MEET NATURE CAT RECORD YOUR FGCU STORY THE BLACK EXPERIENCE EXHIBIT THE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY TRIVIA CHALLENGE THE ENVIRONMENT AND FORENSICS

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TIME MACHINE PHOTOSHOP UPCYCLED T-SHIRT BAG CLASSES

In the heart of campus on the Great Lawn, there’s someone for everyone!

Discover games and activities for the little ones, enjoy back-to-back performances on the Veterans Pavilion stage and stop by The Water School tent to learn more about the research happening at our newest building on campus.

WHEN MATH EQUALS FUN THE WATER SCHOOL PARTNER SHOWCASE: BIG CYPRESS NATIONAL PRESERVE

ARTLAB

10:00 am - 3:00 pm ArtLab, Bradshaw Library West, first floor Stop by the gallery and enjoy the current exhibition, Purvis Young: This is the Life I See. Presented by: Bower School of Music & the Arts

CALUSA NATURE CENTER & PLANETARIUM CORKSCREW REGIONAL ECOSYSTEM WATERSHED (CREW) DING DARLING WILDLIFE REFUGE FRIENDS OF SIX MILE CYPRESS SLOUGH PRESERVE LOVERS KEY STATE PARK NAPLES ZOO AT CARIBBEAN GARDENS

AWRA WATER TESTING INTERACTIVE DEMOS

ROOKERY BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE

THE GREAT LAWN

PRESIDENT’S WELCOME BOWER BRASS QUINTET BSM JAZZ COMBO PANCAKE COOK-OFF POETRY SLAM SALSEROS PERFORMANCE STUDENT STEP SHOWCASE

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SANIBEL SEA SCHOOL

10:00 am – 3:00 pm The pond near The Water School The Water School researchers and students in the FGCU student chapter of American Water Resources Association (AWRA) will demonstrate equipment and data-collection techniques, allowing guests to take field measures and to observe firsthand how the various waters on our campus interact in a single integrated system.

Presented by: The Water School

BLUE GREEN ALGAE RESEARCH

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Meet the team of professors and students conducting blue green algae research to learn about the science and innovative solutions.

Presented by: The Water School

CAMPUS LIFE SHOWCASE

10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Great Lawn Join us to discover the incredible talent we have at FGCU. The Campus Life Showcase will highlight emerging student organizations, sports clubs, individual artists and campus departments.

Presented by: Campus Life

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VESTER FIELD STATION & SCIENTIFIC DIVE TEAM

10:00 am - 10:30 am The Water School Tent, outside Library Learn about environmental and climate justice issues in Southwest Florida and building long-term resilience for our communities.

Presented by: The Water School

EXPLORE HURRICANES AND SEA LEVEL RISE

10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Faculty and students share their research conducted in Southwest Florida from hurricanes and sea level rise through sediment core sampling and analysis and other geology tools.

Presented by: The Water School

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THE GREAT LAWN

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm The Great Lawn The Campus Naturalists will lead a guided walk through the FGCU Nature Trails to introduce participants to the native plants and wildlife found on campus.

Sign up for the nature trail walk at the watershed demo table.

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GIS ANALYSIS AT THE WATER SCHOOL

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Learn how Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technology use satellites and sensors to shape the world around us with Dhruv Bhatt, GIS Analyst at The Water School.

Presented by: The Water School

GROUNDWATER SAMPLING DEMONSTRATION

11:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Groundwater sampling demonstration detailing how to install a temporary well and extract groundwater using industry-grade equipment.

Presented by: The Water School

INTERACTIVE WATERSHED SHOWCASE

10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Great Lawn FGCU Campus Naturalists will demonstrate how a watershed works and how this interconnectivity is significant in Southwest Florida and beyond.

Presented by: The Water School

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KIDS’ STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY

11:00 am – 11:30 am Bradshaw Library West, first floor Take a break and stop inside to hear some of FGCU’s librarians read aloud from their favorite books in our children’s collection.

Presented by: University Library

KID ZONE AT THE LIBRARY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Bradshaw University Library West, first floor Come explore the library – play with our games, STEM kits, 3D pen and other fun Makerspace tools.

Presented by: University Library

LIBRARY 3D PRINTING DEMOS 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Bradshaw Library, RM 119 Learn about the tools in the 3D Printing Lab and see live demonstrations.

Presented by: University Library

LIBRARY ART TOUR

10:00 am – 10:45 am, 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm, 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm Bradshaw Library West, first floor The University Library has an incredible collection of fine art, including works by Salvador Dalí, Honoré Daumier, Édouard Manet and Clyde Butcher. Join us for a

guided art tour and learn about the library’s services along the way.

Presented by: University Library

LIBRARY PHOTO BOOTH

10:00 am – 1:00 pm Bradshaw Library, RM 119 Create a fun FGCU 25th Anniversary memory. Stop by our Media Production Studio and use our green screen to take a photo with an FGCU Day commemorative background as a souvenir of your day.

Presented by: University Library

MAKING THE SUSTAINABLE UNIVERSITY: AUTHOR TALK AND DEDICATION

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm Bradshaw Library Atrium Learn how FGCU has infused sustainability across curricula and operations as an integrated concept from the editors of “Making the Sustainable University”

by Katie Leone, Simeon Komisar and Edwin M. Everham III, along with FGCU President Mike Martin, who wrote the book’s introduction.

The author talk will be followed by a dedication of the book to the University Library’s Archives and Special Collections.

Presented by: University Library

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ENVIRONMENTAL & CLIMATE JUSTICE IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

10:45 am - 11:15 am The Great Lawn, next to Veterans Pavilion Swing by the WGCU Public Media area for a photo-op with PBS Kids’ Arthur. No direct contact with the character is permitted.

Presented by: WGCU Public Media

MEET DR. GREG TOLLEY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE WATER SCHOOL 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Play interactive learning games with Dr. Greg Tolley, ask questions and learn more about FGCU and The Water School.

Presented by: The Water School

MEET NATURE CAT

THE GREAT LAWN

10:00 am - 10:30 am The Great Lawn, next to Veterans Pavilion Tally ho! Stop by the WGCU Public Media area for children’s activities and a photo-op with PBS Kids’ Nature Cat. No direct contact with the character is permitted.

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RECORD YOUR FGCU STORY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Bradshaw Library, RM 119 Leave a lasting mark for our 25th Anniversary celebration. Record your favorite FGCU story or memory in our professional Media Production Studio.

Presented by: University Library

THE BLACK EXPERIENCE EXHIBIT

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Bradshaw Library, RM 322 The Library’s Archives and Special Collections, in partnership with the Lee County Black History Society and Museum, presents an exhibition that celebrates the rich history of the Black community in Lee County.

Presented by: University Library Archives and Special Collections

THE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY TRIVIA CHALLENGE

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Take on students of The Water School in a friendly game of environmental trivia. From fun facts about FGCU’s campus to basics about Southwest Florida see if you can stump these students.

Presented by: The Center for Environment and Society

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THE ENVIRONMENT AND FORENSICS

10:30 am - 11:00 am The Water School Tent, outside Library Ever wonder how water and the environment can affect forensic investigations? Hear faculty from the College of Arts & Sciences and The Water School within the field of forensics talk about their experiences consulting on investigations around the country.

Presented by: The Water School

TIME MACHINE PHOTOSHOP 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Great Lawn Travel back in time with the FGCU History Program. Cross the Delaware with George Washington, or storm the Bastille during the French Revolution.

With some creative props and Photoshop, faculty and students will take your picture and edit you into the middle of famous historical events.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

UPCYCLED T-SHIRT BAG CLASSES

10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Great Lawn Learn how to turn your old T-shirts into bags to take with you to the

grocery store, farmers market or the beach with students from the University Colloquium sharing this sustainable upcycling technique.

Presented by: The Water School

VESTER FIELD STATION & SCIENTIFIC DIVE TEAM

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Library Lawn South, research boat Meet the dive team and learn more about the Vester Marine & Environmental Research Station, a resource for FGCU faculty and students. Located 12 miles from the FGCU campus on Little Hickory Island, our field station sits along Fish Trap Bay, where the Imperial River empties into Estero Bay. Presented by: The Water School

WHEN MATH EQUALS FUN

10:00 am – 12:30 pm The Great Lawn Join us for an interactive exhibit that showcases a cross section of the FGCU Mathletes Circle and GEMS programs through a variety of activities that emphasize the connectivity of mathematics and STEM. Subjects include physics, chemistry, computer science and engineering.

Presented by: College of Arts & Sciences

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MEET ARTHUR

The Water School at Florida Gulf Coast University is a collaborative effort, connecting research and science in Southwest Florida. With a variety of integral partnerships throughout the SWFL region, the impact is felt through student and faculty research, internships and service-learning hours. FGCU alumni continue these partnerships after graduation while faculty and staff serve as board members with our partners. Through close collaboration, FGCU continues to build our commitment to stewardship and conservation.

BIG CYPRESS NATIONAL PRESERVE

11:00 am -12:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Join the chief hydrologist for Big Cypress National Preserve, Bob Sobczak, and sing original campfire songs about nature in Southwest Florida. There will be a Q & A about watersheds and discussion about how FGCU has made an impact on Big Cypress National Preserve.

Presented by: The Water School

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CALUSA NATURE CENTER & PLANETARIUM

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CORKSCREW REGIONAL ECOSYSTEM WATERSHED (CREW)

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities at the showcase and learn about our partnership. CREW straddles Lee and Collier counties and provides natural flood protection, water filtration and vital aquifer recharge. It also serves as an important wildlife corridor and as an environmental education fieldclassroom for all ages. With many distinctive natural communities— including marsh, cypress and maple swamp, oak hammock and pine flatwoods — CREW provides crucial habitat for many of Florida’s native wildlife, including the swallow-tailed kite, black bear and Florida panther.

Presented by: The Water School

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DING DARLING WILDLIFE REFUGE

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities at the showcase and learn about our partnership with the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge was created to safeguard and enhance the pristine wildlife habitat of Sanibel Island, to protect endangered and threatened species, and to provide feeding, nesting and roosting areas for migratory birds.

Presented by: The Water School

FRIENDS OF SIX MILE CYPRESS SLOUGH PRESERVE 10:00 am - 11:30 am The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities and learn about our partnership with Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, a critical wetland system in the SWFL community.

Presented by: The Water School

LOVERS KEY STATE PARK

10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Meet Katie Moses, park manager at Lovers Key/Carl E. Johnson State Park, to learn about our community partnership. Stop by for a chat and ask questions about the park and what it is like to be a park manager while exploring different sea creatures.

Presented by: The Water School

NAPLES ZOO AT CARIBBEAN GARDENS

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Water School Tent, outside Library Explore family-friendly activities at the showcase and learn about our partnership. Education is at the heart of Naples Zoo’s mission, with educational experiences designed to inspire visitors to respect, value and help conserve wildlife and our natural world.

Naples Zoo has been educating generations of families for over 50 years.

Presented by: The Water School

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THE WATER SCHOOL PARTNER SHOWCASE

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.

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BEACH BASH AT THE BOARDWALK MOCKTAILS UNDER THE PAVILION PRE-TAILGATE CELEBRATION WITH PEPSI WATERFRONT FUN DAY

WATERFRONT WAY Enjoy a scenic stroll along Waterfront Way overlooking the FGCU Lakefront. The Boardwalk will be featuring signatures snacks and beverages to commemorate 25 years of FGCU community.

BEACH BASH AT THE BOARDWALK

11:00 am – 3:00 pm The Boardwalk Join the festivities at The Boardwalk Restaurant as we celebrate FGCU’s 25th Anniversary with a beach bash sponsored by Pepsi. Entertainment and activities include cooking demos and food samples, fresh coconut water, games and prizes, a steel drum band and DJ. Presented by: Campus Dining

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11:00 am – 3:00 pm The Pavilion Create your own frozen mocktail with special ingredients featuring a special 25th Anniversary recipe, grab a refreshing treat from the gelato cart while enjoying live music and beach games for the whole family.

Presented by: Campus Dining

PRE-TAILGATE CELEBRATION WITH PEPSI

11:00 am – 3:00 pm The Boardwalk Get ready for Eagles basketball with a pre-tailgate celebration including corn hole, an inflatable big chair photo op, a sampling team from Pepsi, Plinko with prizes, inflatable pop-a-shot games and more!

Presented by: Pepsi

WATERFRONT FUN DAY

10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Boathouse Enjoy the hottest spot on campus, the FGCU Waterfront. Hang out on the campus beach, kayak, try paddle-boarding, or take a spin around the lake on the HeyDay wakeboard boat. Boat slots are available for guests. Sign-ups are first come, first served at the Waterfront building. Check out why students love our waterfront for relaxing and enjoying the Florida sunshine.

Presented by: Campus Recreation F G C U D AY P R O G R A M

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