We’re pleased to announce that Omar Franco and Shannon Duncanson from Becker Poliakoff will be on campus Tuesday, August 12th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM in Edwards Hall 210. They will meet with faculty to discuss the Legislative Earmark process and explore opportunities for potential funding. If you're interested in learning more about how the earmark process works and how it might support your projects, we encourage you to attend this in-person session.

Help Protect Sanibel’s Newest Nature Preserve Join the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) at the brand-new Puschel Preserve on Sanibel Island for a rewarding day of environmental service! This community preserve, opened in spring, offers gardens, benches, a water fountain, and even a bike repair station. It’s a space for people and wildlife alike—but it needs your help! Help us remove invasive ragweed and give our native species the space they need to thrive! 📅 Date: Monday, August 25th 🌱 Event Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM🕗 Meeting Time: 8:00 AM at McTarnaghan Hall Bus Loop🚌 Departure: 8:15 AM🚍 Return: 1:45 PM 🍕 Lunch is provided! 🛠️ Volunteer Task: Removing invasive ragweed to give native plants room to thrive. Don’t worry—it’s simple! We’ll pull the weeds by the roots. SCCF staff will provide gloves and all tools. 👟 What to Wear & Bring: Closed-toe shoes Long pants (that can get dirty) Long sleeves, hat, and sunglasses (recommended) Reusable water bottle FREE FGCU t-shirt provided! 🎉 🌍 Sustainable Development Goals:  Life on Land, Life Below Water, Partnerships for the goals 🎓 Majors Connected to This Experience: Biology, Environmental Studies, Marine Science... and more!    Come make a difference—earn service learning hours, connect with nature, and protect one of Sanibel’s most special spaces.  

🌿 Join the SCCF Trail Crew! Help Restore Sanibel’s Trails 🌿 Sanibel Island is home to an incredible natural legacy — with over 75% of its land preserved, our island offers unique trails that wind through diverse ecosystems. But after recent storm surges, invasive vegetation has taken root along these paths. 📅 Date: Monday, September 22nd 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 🕗🕗 Meeting Time: 8:00 AM | Departure: 8:15 AM | Return: 1:45 PM 📍 Meeting Location: McTarnaghan Hall Bus Loop 🍕 Lunch is provided!  🎉 FREE FGCU t-shirt also provided!  🛠️ Volunteer Task: Help clear invasive species and restore the beautiful Shipley Trail before the fall season! 👕 What to Bring/Wear: Long sleeves Hat & sunglasses Closed-toed shoes Water & sun protection recommended Water bottle 🌍 Sustainable Development Goals:  Life on Land, Life Below Water, Partnerships for the goals 🎓 Majors Connected to This Experience: Biology, Environmental Studies, Marine Science... and more! 

The FANA Annual Conference is the Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology’s yearly conference, bringing together Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), student registered nurse anesthetists (SRNAs), and healthcare professionals from across the state. The event focuses on continuing education, professional development, and legislative advocacy. Attendees participate in educational sessions, clinical workshops, and networking opportunities, while also staying informed about current issues affecting the practice of nurse anesthesia in Florida. The conference supports our mission to advance the profession and promote safe, high-quality anesthesia care.

Join SCCF at the Puschel Preserve 🌱 After Hurricane Ian, the Puschel Preserve played a crucial role as a debris holding site — but now it’s time to bring this space back to life. Join Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) staff for a day of planting, weeding, and mulching as we continue restoring this vital habitat and newly reopened community green space. 📅 Date: Monday, October 6th🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Meeting Location: McTarnaghan Hall Bus Loop🕗 Meeting Time: 8:00 AM | Departure: 8:15 AM | Return: 1:45 PM 👕 What to Bring/Wear: Long sleeves Hat & sunglasses Sunscreen Closed-toed shoes Water bottle  🎁 Bonus Perks: FREE FGCU T-shirt for participants Lunch provided after a rewarding morning of restoration work! 🌍 Sustainable Development Goals:  Life on Land, Life Below Water, Partnerships for the goals 🎓 Majors Connected to This Experience: Biology, Environmental Studies, Marine Science... and more!  Help us rebuild the island's ecosystem and enjoy a morning outdoors at the beautiful Puschel Preserve.

We’re looking for FGCU students to volunteer at the Labor Day 5K on Monday, September 1st from 7:00 AM–10:00 AM at Baker Park. This community race is hosted annually by Gulf Coast Runners, and Fun Time Early Childhood Academy is proud to be this year’s beneficiary.   Volunteers will help with: - Event setup and breakdown - Water stations and snack tables - Distributing t-shirts and runner welcome bags - Cheering on runners along the route   It’s a great way to get involved in the community, earn service-learning hours, and support early education in Collier County.   About Fun Time Early Childhood Academy: Our mission is to provide affordable, high-quality early learning for underserved children from working families, preparing them for success in kindergarten and beyond. We serve children from infants through age 5 in a safe, nurturing, and education-focused environment while also offering support services to families.   If interested, please email Melissa Oien at moien@funtimeacademy.org   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11)