News from the Office of the President

News from the Office of the President

State Board of Education members listen as Dr. Jeffery Allbritten presents FSW updates and alumni achievements.

NAPLES, Fla. – APRIL 17, 2026 – Dr. Jeff Allbritten, President of Florida SouthWestern State College, presented on behalf of the Florida College System Council of Presidents at the April 17, 2026, meeting of the Florida State Board of Education in Naples. ...More

FSW President Dr. Jeff Allbritten presents the President's Award for Leadership Excellence to Karlee Anderson at the Lee Campus Life Awards on April 14, 2026 standing in front of a banner with FSW logos and a purple and aqua balloon arch.

FORT MYERS, Fla. – APRIL 15, 2026 – Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) Campus Life Awards recognize students, staff and community partners for strengthening campus life through leadership, creativity, and service. ...More

FSW President Dr. Jeff Allbritten standing behind a chair and smiling.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — April 9, 2026 — Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is proud to announce that Dr. Jeff Allbritten, president of FSW, has been nominated for the 2026 SWFL Citizen of the Year award, presented by SWFL Inc. ...More

FSW clock tower from the Lee Campus flanked by trees and plants.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 — FORT MYERS, FLA — Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has been granted initial accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), effective Nov. 6, 2025. FSW earned accredited status after completing the Accelerated Process for Initial Accreditation and demonstrating that it meets all HLC quality standards and requirements. ...More

Florida Trend Florida 500 Most Influential Business Leaders 2025 - Dr. Jeffery S. Allbritten graphic.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 — FORT MYERS, FLA — Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) President Dr. Jeff Allbritten has been named one of Florida’s most influential leaders in Florida Trend magazine’s 2025 edition of the Florida 500. The annual list highlights executives and visionaries across the state who are shaping Florida’s future through innovation, leadership and community engagement. ...More

FSW Garden of Inspiration on a sunny day with palm trees.

September 12, 2025 — FORT MYERS, FLA — President Allbritten and Director Caraker discuss how FSW’s dual-enrollment programs are delivering major savings for families while preparing students for high-demand careers. Their article in Florida Politics highlights how these efforts help build a stronger Florida workforce and keep talent in our region. ...More