YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER TO ATTEND!!! Join this exciting FGCU tradition and take part in Weeks of Welcome (WOW) Day of Service on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM! There's no better way to make friends and get connected to FGCU and the SWFL community than by spending a morning together serving others. Note:  If you would like to register as a SITE LEADER, do NOT register using this form.  Instead, click here to register as a site leader: Site Leader Registration TIMELINE OF THE DAY: 8:00am:  Check-in at the FGCU Student Plaza Bus Loop8:30am:  Kickoff and depart on buses9:00am:  Serve at sites across the SWFL community12:00pm: Wrap-Up12:15pm: Depart sites12:45pm-1:00pm:  Arrive back at FGCU and have lunch together while reflecting on your day!   MANDATORY PRE-EVENT CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in prior to the morning of the event. You will be assigned to a site at this time (assignments are on a first-come, first-served basis!). Pre-event check-in will be open August 18-20 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM in McTarnaghan Hall 229.  A list of sites can be found below.IMPORTANT: Anyone under 18 MUST bring a signed copy of your waiver with you (signed by a parent or legal guardian). If we do not receive your waiver, you will not be able to participate in the event. Please note that if you do not check-in by 4:30 PM on Wednesday, August 20, your space will be released to students on the waitlist.   GROUPS: If you have friends (or a group) that you would like to serve with at the same site, each person must RSVP in Eagle Link and check-in at our office between August 18-20. Please arrange to pre-check-in as a group because site capacities are limited and we are unable to hold spaces.   TRANSPORTATION: Transportation will be provided. We will meet in the FGCU Student Plaza/Bus Loop promptly at 8am. Buses depart at 8:30am.   IMPORTANT: Once you RSVP and pre-check-in, your community agency is fully counting on you to be there that morning, so please be 100% sure you can attend before committing!   ATTIRE AND WHAT TO BRING: Please wear either your event specific shirt or a FGCU shirt or blue and green to represent the university out in the community! Be sure to dress comfortably, wear closed-toe shoes and sunscreen. Don't forget to bring water!   Sites you will be able to choose from during site selection (8/18-8/20 in MCT 229):  Hosted by: The Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement, WOW (Weeks of Welcome)Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11179304

Event: Bloomingful Community Garden Maintenance Day
 Date & Time: 8/27/2025 9:30 AM - Noon 
 Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912 Join us for at Bloomingful Community Garden Maintenance Day as we plant and care for the garden located in Fort Myers, FL. Our 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. We’ll provide all the necessary tools, plus snacks and water—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Directions: Bloomingful Community Garden is located in the rear of Gulf Coast Medical Center. Once you enter the campus from Daniels Parkway, follow the red directional signs by taking a right onto Doctors Way. Continue around the right side of the building, loop around the back, and park in the designated area near the community garden—just past the emergency entrance.You’ll see signs and team members near the garden space to welcome you!We can’t wait to see you there! 🌿   Volunteers are required to serve the entire time!   To sign up for this opportunity, click HERE! The Healthy Earth   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: Zero Hunger (2), Good Health and Well-being (3), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Environmental Studies.Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11345784

The Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement is looking for volunteers to help at our Fall Service-Learning Fair. Assistance is needed with setup, checking in participants, traffic flow, and tear down.   Please RSVP on Eagle Link and select the shift(s) for which you are available.   Email scoelho@fgcu.edu with any questions.  Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11291837

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR STUDENT RSVPS.  COMMUNITY PARTNERS MUST USE TOUCHNET. This is THE opportunity to meet multiple nonprofit and government agency community partners. Whether you are looking for a community partner for a service-learning class project, a student organization, or just for your own passion and exploration, you do NOT want to miss this event! Remember, you can always find service-learning opportunities in Eagle Link or you can explore our Community Partner Database. However, the Service-Learning Fair allows you an opportunity to meet our community partners in-person, network to determine which organization(s) will be the best fit for you, and schedule service-learning opportunities on-the-spot. RSVP today and save the date!  Hosted by: The Office of Service-Learning and Civic EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11291835

FGCU's Lutgert College of Business/School of Resort & Hospitality Management needs assistance with hosting their Career and Internship Fair on Wednesday October 1st from 9 AM-4 PM. Shifts are available, and students may help with set-up, all day assistance, event execution, bag check, and breaking down the event.   To sign up for this opportunity, click HERE!   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration.This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education (4).Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11331735

FGCU Adaptive Sports & Recreation Day is a day dedicated to promoting visibility and awareness for all abilities, bringing together individuals to participate in various adaptive sports. Adaptive Sports & Recreation Day 2025 is sure to be better than ever, and we would love to see you there on October 4, 2025, from 9 AM to 1 PM.     We would greatly appreciate your support in reaching out to everyone you know to make this Adaptive Sports & Recreation Day more memorable than last year's! Please share the attached flyer through your networks and with the families you serve. This will be a valuable opportunity to see firsthand the importance of acceptance with all abilities!   To sign up for this opportunity, click HERE!Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11346962