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FSW honors family of trailblazer Luther Adams
About 20 members of Luther Adams’ family gathered at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) as the college honored the man who changed the game. A native of LaBelle, Florida, Adams became the first African American student-athlete to attend Edison Junior College, now Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), and play on its basketball team. His arrival in 1967 marked a significant moment in the history of higher education and athletics in the region. ...More
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Luther Adams Takes His Place at Center Court, and in History
Luther James “Luke” Adams II made history in Southwest Florida. A native of LaBelle, Florida, Adams became the first African American student-athlete to attend Edison Junior College, now Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), and play on its basketball team.His arrival in 1967 marked a significant moment in the history of higher education and athletics in the region. ...More
FSW Students Benefit from Strong Transfer Pathways Across Florida
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is highlighting the success of students who begin their education at FSW and continue on to bachelor’s degree programs through Florida’s 2+2 Targeted Pathway Program and other specialized initiatives. ...More
FSW Launches Hands-On Agriculture Initiative to Grow Southwest Florida’s Next Workforce
As Florida’s agricultural industry faces an aging workforce and rapid technological change, Florida SouthWestern State College is expanding educational opportunities in one of Southwest Florida’s most important industries. ...More
FSW enrollment surpasses 17,000, reaches highest level since 2011
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has surpassed 17,000 students for the first time since 2011, giving FSW its third-highest enrollment in history. The milestone reflects continued demand for FSW’s affordable, career-focused education and the college’s role in preparing students for the workforce needs of the region....More
FSW Joins USF FUSE Transfer Program, Creating Clearer Pathways to Bachelor’s Degrees
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) students will have a more intentional pathway to earning a bachelor’s degree at the University of South Florida (USF) through the FUSE Transfer Program. ..More
FSW, Lee Health Partner to Expand Health Care Training in Southwest Florida
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) and Lee Health are expanding their partnership to provide advanced, hands-on training opportunities for physicians, nurses, interns and residents through a new facility use agreement approved Tuesday by the FSW Board of Trustees. ...More
Regional Educators Gather at FSW for First-of-Its-Kind AI Symposium
Higher education has always been a place for new ideas and innovation. Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) brought that spirit to the Lee Campus, hosting more than 200 educators for the AI in Education Symposium. A first of its kind for the region, the symposium gave educators an opportunity to explore the role of AI in the classroom and discuss the future of teaching and learning. ...More
Florida SouthWestern Names Matt Creamer Head Women’s Basketball Coach
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Florida SouthWestern State College has named veteran collegiate coach Matt Creamer as the new head coach of the Buccaneers women’s basketball program. ...More
Florida SouthWestern State College Names Dr. Kevin Lynum Director of Athletics
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has named Dr. Kevin Lynum as its new director of athletics, bringing to the FSW Buccaneers a leader with a proven record of strengthening athletic programs, improving student-athlete academic success, expanding athletic opportunities and advancing meaningful community engagement....More