The Bonita Springs Assistance Office partners with the Bonita Springs Fire Department to host the annual Toys for Tots program for the families of Bonita Springs. At BSAO, FGCU students will register parents: reviewing needed documentation and providing appointment cards for parents to go the Fire Department in December and "shop" for their children. We particularly need students that are bi-lingual in Spanish and English because we have many Hispanic community members who participate in our Toys for Tots program. In 2024, we registered over 930 kids to receive presents!   This opportunity is offered on several specific dates which are listed below: Wednesday, November 11, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM Wednesday, November 12, 2025 4:30 PM to 7 PM Tuesday, November 18, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM Wednesday, November 19, 2025 4:30 PM to 7 PM Students are asked to serve the entire time.   How To Sign Up: Students can complete a volunteer interest form at https://www.volgistics.com/appform/551029697, giving them access to sign up directly in our volunteer portal.    Contact of event Coordinator: Name: Caily Martin Email: Caily@bonitaassistance.org   NACE Career Competencies: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): No Poverty (1), Reduced Inequalities (10) Majors that Align with this opportunity:  Social Work, Sociology, Public Health

Event: Veggie Village Community Garden Maintenance Day Date & Time: 11/11/25, 9:30 AM - Noon Location: Veggie Village Community Garden – North Naples, FL 7070 Immokalee Rd, Naples, FL 34119 The Healthy Earth Organization's community garden is in need of some TLC, and we’ll be planting and weeding to help it thrive. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Please wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, and bring a refillable water bottle. They’ll provide all the necessary tools, plus snacks and water—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Directions: Veggie Village Community Garden is located inside Saint Monica’s Episcopal Church grounds. Once you enter the parking lot, take an immediate left and continue to the end until you see the garden. They can’t wait to see you there! How to Sign Up: Visit the Following Link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1811769825319?aff=oddtdtcreator   🎓 Majors That Align with This Opportunity: Environmental Studies, Biology, Public Health, Marine Science, Communication 🌍 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Good Health and Well-being (3), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Responsible Consumption and Production (12), Climate Action (13) 🧭 NACE Career Readiness Competencies: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership  

A student-led peer group designed for degree-seeking students to find a flock and soar at FGCU

A serene escape to mindfulness awaits you at FGCU! Let go of your stress and worries as you immerse yourself in the present by joining us for a meditation session every week. Relax, rejuvenate, and find your inner peace with us! *Must RSVP on Eagle Link to attend*

Join us at Groves Pointe in North Lake (Located in between buildings R and Q) for an evening of volleyball and activities!

This is a tabling for us to promote our philanthropy while spreading awareness.

This is our annual toy drive. We are collecting toys for the children at Bonita Springs Elementary School. I was not sure where to put the information, but we do plan on passing out flyers to tell students and employees about how they can participate.

This is one of our philanthropy tablings where people have the opportunity to pie a chapter member. 

Mental Health has been a BIG topic recently, and there is a lot of information to know. Through this table, students will navigate through the basics and misconceptions of mental health. Through talking about mental health and the stigmas surrounding it, individuals tend to feel more comfortable having conversations about their own mental health. Students will also learn important ways to care for their own mental health.

Legislative Committee Meeting                                                                                                    

Legislative Committee Meeting                                                                                                    

Join us for our upcoming Student Occupational Therapy Association General Body Meeting! This is a great opportunity to stay updated on upcoming events, service opportunities, and professional development activities. We’ll also share ways to get more involved with SOTA, answer any questions about membership and leadership positions, and connect with your peers in the OT program. Whether you’re a new member or a returning one, GBMs are a space to learn more about what’s happening in SOTA, give your input, and build community within the program.

Free Weekly ASL Class – No Commitment Needed!Join us this Fall 2025 to learn American Sign Language in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment. Open to everyone – no prior experience required, and you don’t have to attend every week Wednesdays | 1:30–2:30 PM📍 GIDDI Mod 2 | Hosted by FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disability Initiative Come as you are. Learn something new. All are welcome!

Hitch a ride on our famous yellow golf cart! If you are on main campus, we will pick you up and give you a ride to your destination within the main perimeter of campus. On your way to class or back to your room, we will ask you trivia questions related to health and wellness!  The first 20 passengers will receive $5 Eagle Dollars on their Eagle Account within 1-3 business days, which can be used for student printers, laundry facilities, vending machines, dining locations. Passengers must sign a form in order to receive the $5 in their Eagle Account.

We are here to listen! We want to hear your stories. How's your day? What's going on? How are you? FGCU Storytelling presents a Story Listening event. Join one of our Listeners or swap a story in our circle on the Library Lawn and Veterans Pavilion. Stories connect and heal. Stories are how we make meaning out of life. Stories show us that we are not alone.

Iron Eagles is a fun and friendly strength challenge where participants can test their one-rep max in three lifts – bench press, squat, and deadlift. Attend 2 sessions to earn an Iron Eagles exclusive t-shirt!

The executive cabinet meets every Wednesday from 3-4 pm in Cohen 249.

Goal: Equip learners with enough understanding to confidently use and critically evaluate AI tools. Level: Basic Target Audience: Students, professionals, and community members with no prior AI background Topics:         Asynchronous A Brief History of AI What is AI and Its Many Branches How Machines Learn (basic ML concepts) Generative AI & LLMs Ethical and Responsible AI Use Synchronous     6. Fundamentals of Prompt Engineering     7. Context Engineering     8. Foundational Models and Tools     9. Sample Use Cases

General body meeting for club members.

Poverty Simulation Volunteer Opportunity — September 16, 2025 The Imagine Initiative needs student volunteers for their poverty simulation event: 📍 Location: Interfaith Charities 18011 S Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers, FL 33908 📅 Date: November 12th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 🌐 Hosted by: The Imagine Initiative 🔗 Sign Up Here 📣 Event Description: Join The Imagine Initiative in facilitating a powerful poverty simulation that helps participants understand the challenges many individuals face daily. Volunteers will play community roles and engage with participants navigating complex, real-life scenarios. 🕓 Evening Schedule: 5:00–6:00 PM – Volunteer Training 6:00–6:30 PM – Dinner (provided) 6:30–8:30 PM – Poverty Simulation 8:30–9:00 PM – Clean Up Students who complete this event gain skills in: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): No Poverty (1), Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10)