Join the Albanian American Student Organization (AASO) for our annual Friendsgiving celebration. A night filled with good food, laughter, and community! This event is all about coming together as friends and family before the holiday season. Enjoy traditional dishes, music, games, and great conversations as we celebrate gratitude and togetherness.

What color are you when you’re stressed? The adjustment to college life, balancing a social life with a more rigorous course load, and adjusting to being more independent are all possible stressors for college students. According to FGCU’s National College Health Assessment (2022), 39.2% of students said stress negatively impacted their academic performance. In this program, students will learn how their individual personality traits can be used to manage their daily stress and minimize the negative effects of stress based on the True Colors personality test. After they learn the basics, the colors will compete to test their knowledge!

🎉 The Lantern Event 🎉 Wishes, Lanterns & Good Vibes Come join us for a fun and meaningful night! You’ll get to: ✨ Write your wishes and hang them on lanterns – a beautiful tradition from many Asian cultures that symbolizes hope and dreams. 📸 Take photos at our lantern-themed photobooth with friends! 🍩 Enjoy free Mochi Dough treats – sweet, tasty, and totally worth it. 🎤 Join the storytelling contest – or just come listen! Funny, inspiring, or heartfelt stories welcome. It’s the perfect mix of chill vibes, culture, and fun with your campus community. Bring your friends and be part of something special!

University Recreation & Wellness (URecWell) is a high energy department with many offerings. We are here to help meet the wellness needs of FGCU students. At this table, students will engage with Peer Health Educators to better understand what our department offers, current events, and ongoing initiatives.

Sleep is vital to success in classes, work, and personal life. However, most students sacrifice their sleep to balance everything on their plate. Studies reveal that when people fail to get enough sleep, concentration and memory can suffer. This table gives students the opportunity to learn what can help and hinder their sleep by navigating their way across our game board to collect as many hours of sleep as they can! It also offers a unique activity, allowing students to try meditation or a breathing exercise! This is a simple technique every student can use before bed to help them relax and have a better night’s sleep.

Unsure about how to make an affordable budget for the holidays? Sticking to a budget can be tricky, but it is possible while using some tips and tricks. At this table, we will be sharing some DIY gift ideas and budgeting tips to make a holiday meal!