Experience a dynamic evening of contemporary saxophone music with saxophonist J. Michael Weiss-Holmes and pianist Abigail Allison, featuring an adventurous and expressive program. Highlights include the intensity of Edison Denisov’s Sonata and the vibrant lyricism of Jennifer Higdon’s Sonata. William Bolcom’s beloved Graceful Ghost Rag offers a moment of nostalgic charm, while the world premiere of a new work by Shawn Allison—featuring the extraordinary soprano Jeanie Darnell—adds a powerful blend of saxophone, voice, and piano. The program also features Ed Martin’s Biota for tenor saxophone and electronics, a striking exploration of sound and texture, and Hilary Tann’s In the First, Spinning Place, a luminous and meditative work that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Tickets are $15 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts

Chloe Lewis ('18, Art) and Isabella Baquerizo (’19, Art) present Girl Feast as a celebration of friendship, joy, and the experience of girlhood. Through an abundance mindset, sharing, and play this exhibition creates a space where connection and belonging are central to everyday life. The works explore inner worlds and shared experiences, reflecting on how communal moments—especially around food and play—bring people together. The artists encourage us to romanticize the ordinary, and to see the world with an open heart.  Through immersive installations and vibrant artworks, Girl Feast offers a lens into a worldview where joy and togetherness create a sense of wholeness. Girl Feast invites visitors to take a seat at the table, reflect on connection, and engage with the idea that community is built through the smallest, most meaningful exchanges. This exhibition is part of the FGCU Art Galleries’ Alumni Series. Sponsored by the FGCU Alumni Association, Gene and Lee Seidler, the Wasmer Endowment, WGCU Public Media, and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Wasmer Art Gallery is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The gallery is closed during university holidays and breaks and during the summer. Image credit: Izzy Baquerizo and Chloe Lewis, Girl Feast, 2025, Digital illustration, variable sizes, Courtesy of the artists.

Join us for an exciting opportunity to connect with more than 40 public and private schools and organizations looking to hire FGCU students and alumni for teaching roles. We especially encourage Education, English, Math, History, Art, and Music majors to attend, but all majors are welcome. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore your future in education!

Heart and Soul: Paul Firmin Public Art Project Outside the north end of the Arts Complex October 2024 – October 2025 FGCU Art Program Alumni Paul Firmin (‘23, Art) was selected for the second annual Public Art Project. In the creation of this two-part mural, the artist sought to craft a visual testament to the essence of the Arts Complex at FGCU, perceived as its very heart and soul. Utilizing acrylic paint, the mural brings to life figures imbued with the colors of the heart and third-eye chakras, symbols that resonate deeply with the artist. The heart, linked with breath and nature, and the soul, represented through the elemental imagery of water and the vastness of the ocean, merge to form a holistic vision. This artwork was envisioned to act as a conduit of healing energy for all who pass through the Arts Complex, enriching their journey with its restorative essence.  This project is supported by a grant from The Community Foundation. Image credit: Paul Firmin, Heart & Soul, 2024, Acrylic on four panels

The FGCU Music Therapy Program is celebrating its 10 year anniversary! On Saturday November 1, music therapy faculty, students, and alums will gather to remember, reflect, and celebrate this milestone through a series of workshops, panel discussions, and a reception. This event will be free and open to the public.

Join the FGCU Men’s soccer team for their match against Jacksonville University at Pickering Field at the FGCU Soccer Complex. Parking will be available in the Alico Arena parking lot, and you can purchase your ticket HERE!  For information on FGCU men’s soccer, follow the team on X and Instagram (@FGCU_MSoccer) and stay tuned here https://fgcuathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer