Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University’s new Director of Athletics Brian Barrio, at his first official press conference Monday, said he’s off to a good start and fired up about what can be accomplished here.

Two new members were appointed and one member reappointed Thursday to the Florida Gulf Coast Board of Trustees. Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Jim Drzymala and Douglas VanOort and the reappointment of Joseph Fogg III to the FGCU board.

More men are struggling with mental health. A recent Gallup poll estimated that over 47-million Americans are struggling with depression. For many men, it can be difficult for them to seek help.

March Madness has come early to Florida Gulf Coast University, as anticipation builds for the return of the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team.

Florida Gulf Coast University’s new Dendritic Institute is designed to bring artificial intelligence to students, staff and faculty. With AI’s common use in all levels of education, ethical questions form as educators see outcomes, some negative, for students.

According to the NIH, playing team sports reduces stress and builds self-esteem. At FGCU, student volunteers welcome a coalition of athletes with disabilities as part of Adaptive Sports Day.

Florida’s concrete industry is experiencing a skilled labor shortage. To give students a look into the field, FGCU engineering professor Claude Villiers spearheads the yearly event.

A common mosquito killer is finding its way from land into Gulf waters. Researchers at FGCU's The Water School are determining its impact on fish found on Kimberly's Reef. The underwater classroom and laboratory called Kimberly's Reef is the subject of an upcoming documentary produced by WGCU.

Middle schoolers from Lee, Collier and Charlotte counties participate in a week-long summer camp hosted by The Water School at Florida Gulf Coast University. The goal is to teach students about the water habitats they live near and play in.