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Find a Licensed VendorQuestions?Purchasing and Designing FSW-Branded Merchandise: Key GuidelinesFlorida SouthWestern State College’s licensing program protects and enhances the College's brand identity by ensuring that only licensed and approved products display FSW trademarks. The program ensures that all merchandise meets quality, liability, production, and distribution standards.Before Designing or Ordering FSW-Branded ItemsPlan Ahead – Create a concept for your design 8 to 10 weeks before you need to receive the final product.Submit for Approval – Send your design concept to Marketing to determine if they can create the design or if a licensed vendor must be used.Work with Licensed Vendors – Any vendor designing or producing items with FSW logos must be licensed through CLC, FSW’s official licensing agency.Approval & Production ProcessIf a vendor is designing the product, they must be licensed through CLC before proceeding.If a vendor is only printing the design (created by FSW), they do not need to be licensed, but the design must still be approved by Marketing.Licensed vendors must submit a proof to the requestor and Marketing through email or the Brand Manager dashboard in CLC for approval before printing.Verify Pricing & Vendor Status – Before placing an order, obtain quotes and confirm vendor approval through Purchasing. Why Work with Licensed Vendors?By following these guidelines, departments, student organizations, and retailers can ensure their merchandise properly represents FSW and aligns with the College’s branding standards.Florida SouthWestern State College trademarks are the property of FSW and the Board of Trustees.CLCFlorida SouthWestern State College is contracted with CLC an industry leader in trademark management and promotion. The primary functions of CLC include facilitating the licensing process for licensees, executing licensing agreements, monitoring the marketplace for unlicensed use of trademarks, collecting royalties, and conducting compliance review audits of licensed manufacturers.

Give Kids a Smile Day Provides Free Dental Services at FSW

Give Kids a Smile Day Provides Free Dental Services at FSW Feb 6, 2017 FEBRUARY 6, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA – The Dental Hygiene Clinic at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) in Fort Myers will host its annual ‘Give Kids A Smile Day’ from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11. Children ages three to 17 will receive free dental services on a first-come first-served basis. Services that will be offered at no charge include dental cleanings, x-rays, dental sealants and a dental examination. “Dental care is an important part of our overall health,” said Karen Molumby, FSW Dental Health program director. “We want to help educate children on how to keep their beautiful smiles by making sure their teeth and gums remain healthy.” For more information about this ‘Give Kids a Smile Day’ event, please call (239) 985-8334. The dental hygiene clinic is located on the FSW Thomas Edison campus in Fort Myers at 8099 College Parkway, in Building A. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: February 6, 2017 Back to News Archives

Two FSW Employees Recognized with NISOD Awards

Two FSW Employees Recognized with NISOD Awards Feb 1, 2017 FEBRUARY 1, 2017 – PUNTA GORDA, FLA. – Two Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) faculty and staff members have been named winners of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Award. The two winners are Judith Sweeney, nursing professor, and Wendy Morris, instructional assistant. NISOD’s Excellence Awards recognize men and women each year who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment and contribution to their students and colleagues. FSW students and employees submit nominations for their professors and colleagues for this award based on teaching and learning practices that encourage student achievement. “I am beyond words,” said Sweeney. “It is an honor to receive the NISOD Award of Excellence for faculty. The best part of this award was that it came from the students. I was truly amazed at their comments and how much I have impacted their lives. Our nursing students are our future, and I am blessed to be a part of it.” “I am very proud to have been chosen for the NISOD Excellence Award,” said Morris. “Hearing the kind and generous words from our nursing students and my colleagues was motivating and inspiring. It is extremely rewarding to be of assistance to the students and to help them achieve their goals.” “The NISOD Excellence Awards gives our students, faculty and staff the opportunity to recognize those college employees that go above and beyond their everyday duties in guiding our students to the ultimate goal of graduation,” said Dr. Jeff Stewart, FSW provost and vice president, Academic Affairs. “It is always heartwarming to read the nominations and to see the effect the nominees have on others at the college.” In 1989, in connection with a University of Texas at Austin national study of teaching excellence, NISOD hosted its first ceremony honoring NISOD Excellence Award recipients. It has since become the largest and most inspiring gathering that recognizes the contributions and achievements of community and technical college faculty, administrators, and staff. This year’s recipients will be recognized during NISOD’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence in May. About NISOD: For community and technical colleges that want to make the most of their professional development dollars, NISOD provides budget-friendly, high-quality, and faculty-focused programs and resources. For nearly 40 years, NISOD’s customer-focused approach has helped align our wide array of benefits with the needs of our members. For more information about NISOD, visit www.nisod.org. ##### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: February 1, 2017 Back to News Archives

FSW’s Hendry/Glades Education Hall Progressing

FSW’s Hendry/Glades Education Hall Progressing Jan 13, 2017 January 13, 2017 – LaBelle, FLA – Florida SouthWestern State (FSW) Hendry/Glades Curtis Center will soon have its new Education Hall ready for students, faculty, staff and the community. Construction is on schedule for completion by late February of the approximately 7,200 square-foot building. The $1.6M building is being funded through private donations. “This building further emphasizes our commitment to the heartland of Florida. We serve hundreds of students each year so they can make their career dreams a reality,” said Dr. Jeff Allbritten, FSW President. “Its design encourages even more interaction between students and faculty, and offers space to welcome community events.” Education Hall will feature the Barbara and Joe Marlin Hilliard Library, which also includes three study rooms; the First Bank Community Room for community meetings and events; The Perry Family Galleria (Julia Perry, Tommy Perry, Stanley Perry, Carl Perry); a computer lab/classroom, six faculty offices and a patio plaza. Naming opportunities are available, including for the entire building and the computer lab/classroom. More information is available by calling (239) 489-9210 or foundation@fsw.edu. Last Updated: January 13, 2017 Back to News Archives

FSW School of Education and School of Health Professions Receive $300,000 for Student Scholarships from Schulze Family Founda

FSW School of Education and School of Health Professions Receive $300,000 for Student Scholarships from Schulze Family Foundation Jan 17, 2017 JANUARY 17, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – The Schulze Family Foundation recently presented a $300,000 gift to the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Foundation for student scholarships. The funds will be divided equally between the School of Education and the School of Health Professions. Scholarships will be awarded to students in the Early Childhood Education program and the Nursing program over the next three years. “We are honored to receive this gift on behalf of future teachers and nurses that will serve our community for decades to come. We are proud to partner with the Schulze Family Foundation in their efforts to invest in public service professionals,” said Dr. Louis Traina, FSW Vice President, Institutional Advancement and Executive Director, FSW Foundation. FSW will use the scholarship funds to augment federal aid, state grants, and other resources students typically receive to pay for their educations, maximizing the number of students who receive scholarship dollars to increase the number of students graduating from FSW debt-free. “The School of Education Early Childhood Education program seeks to match public with private dollars to impact as many students as possible,” said Dr. Larry Miller, dean, School of Education. “The funds will first support students who have received partial scholarships from state grants, doubling the number of students served. We will then award scholarships to high-performing students currently enrolled in our program, and we will use the scholarship to recruit high-performing high school seniors interested in becoming Early Childhood Educators.” The Nursing RN to BSN program within the School of Health Professions will use the scholarship to fund associate degree nursing graduates who return for the bachelor’s degree after passing the NCLEX-RN Examination and earning a Florida Registered Nurse license. “This scholarship will support and motivate students to immediately continue their advanced education in nursing before other life events and financial responsibilities happens,” said Dr. Marie Collins, dean, School of Health Professions. “The generous funding from the Schulze Family Foundation, will cover the full tuition costs for over 40 nursing students to complete the 30 credit hour BSN program. We will allocate all scholarship funds to high performing students who are admitted and actively enrolled in the program.” “The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation recognizes the importance and value in helping students achieve their post-secondary dreams, in a cost-effective manner,” said Mary Beth Geier, Florida Region Coordinator, Schulze Family Foundation. “The scholarships provided through FSW for high-performing students in the fields of Early Childhood Education and Nursing will assist in achieving that goal. We also understand the importance to the community to have highly skilled employees in these valuable and fast-growing job markets. FSW does a wonderful job teaching and training students for the work-force and we are pleased to be able to work in collaboration with them to help students achieve success and make our community a stronger place to live.” About the Schulze Family Foundation: The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation began its work in 2004 with the charge from its founder to support transformational change for the benefit of mankind. The Foundation has consistently directed its primary efforts and resources toward matters of importance in human & social services, education, and health & medicine. It continues to do so today with a focus on investments that produce specific and measurable outcomes with a geographic emphasis on the Twin Cities (Minnesota) seven-county metropolitan area and Lee and Collier counties in Florida. In all of its activities, the foundation embraces its founder’s beliefs in the value of innovation and in improving the lives of middle- and working-class families. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: January 17, 2017 Back to News Archives

Florida SouthWestern State College Hosts Pop-Up Adventure Play

Florida SouthWestern State College Hosts Pop-Up Adventure Play Sep 26, 2017 SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Education will host Pop-Up Adventure Play from 1-4 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Practice Field (across from the Lockmiller Child Care Center) on the FSW Thomas Edison Campus, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers. Pop-Up Adventure Play is free and open to children of all ages. “At Pop-Up Play, children are invited to play however they wish with everyday materials that can be used in many different ways, such as cardboard boxes, paper towel tubes and art materials,” said Dr. Julia Kroeker, professor of Early Childhood Education at FSW. “These materials are open-ended and have limitless possibilities; a box could be a racecar, a castle or a slide.” “Child-directed play has numerous benefits for children in all areas of development, including fostering problem-solving and communication skills, physical development, creativity and more,” Dr. Kroeker said. “When children choose what and how to play, they are motivated by their own interests to learn and grow.” For more information or to pre-register, contact Dr. Kroeker at (239) 489-9382 or email Popupplay.fsw@gmail.com. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: September 26, 2017 Back to News Archives

Two FSW Collegiate High Students Awarded Prestigious QuestBridge Scholarships

Two FSW Collegiate High Students Awarded Prestigious QuestBridge Scholarships Feb 9, 2017 FEBRUARY 9, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – Florida SouthWestern State College Collegiate High School (FSWC-Lee) students Sabrina Baldassarre and Denise Ruiz have been awarded the QuestBridge National College Match scholarship for the upcoming academic year. QuestBridge’s National College Match program pairs high-achieving, low income high school seniors with full scholarships to some of the nation’s top colleges. Only 767 students were awarded the National College Match scholarship. The students are guaranteed a full, four-year scholarship, including tuition, room and board, and other expenses. After an extensive application and interview process, both Baldassarre and Ruiz were matched with their first choice colleges. “I chose the University of Virginia (UVA) because I admire the principles it was founded on – Thomas Jefferson's belief in the pursuit of knowledge being never-ending and in an equality of ideas,” said Baldassarre. “I plan to pursue a degree in Biomedical Engineering and a degree in Chinese Studies, or perhaps a minor in East Asian Humanities with a concentration in Korean.” Ruiz chose to attend the University of Chicago (U of C) and plans to study political science with a minor in human rights. “I want to attend U of C because of their overall attitude toward learning and higher education and their history of commitment to free speech,” said Ruiz. “I believe that this is incredibly important especially in a polarized nation where many will only listen to those with the same views as themselves.” Both students are grateful and honored to have received the scholarship. “After I found out I received the scholarship, I was honestly in shock,” Baldassarre said. “It provided me with a sense of fulfillment because receiving the scholarship showed me that my efforts in school were not unnoticed and that UVA wanted me as a student on their campus.” “The day I learned I had received the scholarship was incredibly emotional,” Ruiz said. “Overall it is difficult to find the words for what I am feeling. I am still a little shocked but mostly excited to attend the University of Chicago in the fall.” “The QuestBridge National College Match scholarship requires a high level of academic achievement and is an extremely prestigious recognition for a student to earn,” said Dr. Brian Botts, principal, FSWC-Lee. “To have two of our students receive it in a single year is extraordinary, and it proves the quality of FSWC-Lee’s faculty, staff and academic instruction as well as our students’ commitment to education. We are extremely proud of Sabrina and Denise.” About QuestBridge: QuestBridge, a national non-profit based in Palo Alto, California, connects the nation’s most exceptional, low-income youth with leading institutions of higher education and further life opportunities. By recruiting, developing, and motivating these students— beginning in high school through college to their first job—QuestBridge aims to increase the percentage of talented low income students attending the nations’ best colleges and to support them to achieve success in their respective careers and communities. #### FSWC Lee provides a dynamic STEM focused learning environment that is dedicated to creating and sustaining the independent learning process with a focus on helping students construct knowledge through projects, hands on activities, and academic debate/discussion. An integral part of the school’s mission is to connect qualified and motivated students to maximizing their college dual enrollment options. For more information about Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School Lee County, visit http://www.fsw.edu/wp/lchs/. Students enjoy small class sizes and individualized attention as FSWC since the school has a maximum of 400 students in grades 9 through 12, with each grade class hosting 100 students. Last Updated: February 9, 2017 Back to News Archives

FSW Foundation Director Earns Designation

FSW Foundation Director Earns Designation Sep 22, 2017 Joe Kramp, Senior Director of Development for the FSW Foundation, has earned the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) certification. “What I enjoyed about earning this certification is enhancing my knowledge and expertise when it comes to helping my donors. I like working with them to realize how their desire to help not only has a long-lasting impact, but is also satisfying for them,” he said. CAP® holders “become members of a growing network of top planners who are working to make our towns and cities better places to live for generations to come. Courses provide an insight into the process of philanthropic planning, including, but not limited to, tax, tools and techniques.” “The study and dedication needed to earn the CAP® requires a true commitment of time,” said Susan DeSantis, Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement, and Executive Director, FSW Foundation. “Joe demonstrates a high level of care. He takes the time to get to know his donors so that he can assist them in directing their generosity for the best possible use and impact.” The FSW Foundation’s Legacy Society is one way that donors can fulfill their wishes to help others. A commitment of $10,000 or more qualifies a donor for the FSW Legacy Society. The donor gets his or her name on the leaf of a beautiful tree that is proudly displayed in the Rush Gallery. Certain Legacy gifts can also benefit from opportunities that provide income, tax shelters and other financial advantages. Last Updated: September 22, 2017 Back to News Archives

“Family Math Night” at FSW Makes Learning Math Fun!

“Family Math Night” at FSW Makes Learning Math Fun! Sep 21, 2017 SEPTEMBER 21, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – Learn how fun math can be at “Family Math Night” on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 5:45-7:30 p.m., in Building U, Room 102, at the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Thomas Edison Campus, 8099 College Parkway. This free, family-oriented event for students in pre-kindergarten to fifth grade features fun math games created by teacher candidates in FSW’s School of Education, demonstrating how mathematics doesn’t only need to be something you use at school. “Learning mathematics can often be intimidating to students,” said JoAnne Devine, professor of Elementary Education at FSW. “We are happy to show young students and their families that math can be fun!” While the event is open to anyone interested in exploring mathematics, students are encouraged to register. To register or for more information, contact JoAnne Devine at jdevine1@fsw.edu. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: September 21, 2017 Back to News Archives

Collegiate Institute Gives Students Chance to Earn Both High School Diploma and College Degree

Collegiate Institute Gives Students Chance to Earn Both High School Diploma and College Degree Sep 18, 2017 SEPTEMBER 18, 2017 – CLEWISTON, FLA. – For 47 Clewiston High School students this fall, the first day of class wasn’t just the start of a new year in high school. It was the first step along the road to earning a college degree. Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has partnered with Clewiston High School to create the Collegiate Institute at Clewiston High School, which provides dual enrollment courses to juniors and seniors attending Clewiston High School. The Collegiate Institute is a first-of-its-kind program for FSW and Clewiston High School. While FSW provides dual enrollment for local high school students at all four college locations, the distance from Clewiston High School to any FSW location can make travel difficult for students. “FSW designs the curriculum and provides the faculty, and college tutoring staff from the FSW Hendry/Glades Curtis Center travel to Clewiston High School to provide tutoring services,” said Amanda Lehrian, director, FSW Hendry/Glades Curtis Center. “This gives these students much easier access to college-level classes without ever leaving the high school.” “This is a dream come true for us,” said Clewiston High School Principal Roberto Sanchez-Deleon. “Clewiston has been at a huge disadvantage because of the distance to the FSW Hendry/Glades Curtis Center in LaBelle. Now the culture of our school has changed. We’ve become more scholar-oriented, and we have a greater focus on college acceptance and career readiness. Even our ninth- and 10th-grade students and their parents have a clearer focus on what they need to do be eligible for dual enrollment early on.” This year’s inaugural class is made up of 31 juniors and 16 seniors. The juniors will be the first class with the opportunity to graduate as seniors with both their high school diploma and an associate in arts degree from FSW, and this year’s seniors will have completed between eight to 10 college classes that will count toward finishing their degree at FSW or can be transferred to other colleges. To accommodate the program, Clewiston High School has designated three classrooms and keeps the library open throughout the day. Students follow a typical college schedule, attending Monday/Wednesday and Tuesday/Thursday classes. When they are not in class, they spend 10-15 hours a week in the library where they study, complete assignments and work in groups. “We are a school within a school,” said Jose Roquett, administrator, Collegiate Academy. “While Clewiston High School has a large number of students, Collegiate Institute students will stay together in a small group setting, attend classes, eat lunch and study together.” “We are home-growing college-educated students,” said Paul Puletti, superintendent of schools, Hendry County. “The program can potentially generate up to 50 students a year who earn their associates in arts degree and will increase the number of students going on to earn a four-year degree. We anticipate that many will return to serve our community, hopefully becoming teachers or finding more opportunities in agriculture, creating a positive economic impact on the city of Clewiston and the county.” For more information about the program, contact Amanda Lehrian at (863) 674-6010 or Jose Roquett at (863) 983-1520, extension 206. ##### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: September 18, 2017 Back to News Archives

Parfitt to Speak at NaBITA Conference

Parfitt to Speak at NaBITA Conference Sep 18, 2017 Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) Director of Public Safety, Rick Parfitt, will be speaking during the National Behavior Intervention Team Association (NaBITA) Conference in November in San Antonio, Texas. Parfitt will present “Marketing Safety on Campus: What’s Important to Know and How to Get This Information to Our Community.” “In addition to the community policing we do and sessions we host to educate our students, faculty and staff about campus safety, it’s also important to effectively communicate internally and externally,” said Parfitt. He most recently presented during the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) Marketing and Communications Commission’s The Great 28 Conference held in July at FSW. Last Updated: September 18, 2017 Back to News Archives

Enjoy an Evening of Poetry with Erika Meitner at FSW

Enjoy an Evening of Poetry with Erika Meitner at FSW Sep 5, 2017 SEPTEMBER 5, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA – Poet Erika Meitner will hold a book signing and reading at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, in Building J, Room 103 (Rush Auditorium), at the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Thomas Edison Campus, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers. The event is free and open to the public. Meitner is the author of “Inventory at the All-Night Drugstore” (Anhinga Press, 2003), “Makeshift Instructions for Vigilant Girls” (Anhinga Press, 2011), and “Ideal Cities” (Harper Perennial, 2010), which was a 2009 National Poetry series winner. Her fourth book of poems, “Copia,” was published by BOA Editions in 2014. Meitner’s poems have been anthologized widely, and have appeared in Ploughshares, Virginia Quarterly Review, The New York Times Magazine, The New Republic, Tin House, and elsewhere. Her books are currently available to purchase at the FSW Thomas Edison Campus Bookstore. Meitner has received fellowships from the Wisconsin Institute for Creative Writing, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, Blue Mountain Center, and The MacDowell Colony, and she was a 2014-15 US-UK Fulbright Scholar in Creative Writing at the Seamus Heaney Centre for Poetry at Queen’s University Belfast. Meitner is currently an associate professor of English at Virginia Tech, where she directs the MFA program in Creative Writing. This project is presented by The Florida Literary Arts Coalition and FSW Writes, a FSW faculty group that plans writing events for FSW students, employees and the public. For more information, contact Dr. Scott Ortolano, professor, English, at (239) 489-9472 or sortolano@fsw.edu. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: September 5, 2017 Back to News Archives

James & Barbara Moore Observatory at FSW Opens for 2017-2018 Season

James & Barbara Moore Observatory at FSW Opens for 2017-2018 Season Aug 29, 2017 AUGUST 29, 2017 – PUNTA GORDA, FLA – The James & Barbara Moore Observatory located on the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Charlotte Campus, 26300 Airport Road, Punta Gorda, opens for the 2017-2018 season on Friday, Sept. 15. Observation sessions are held on the third Friday of each month and begin 30-45 minutes after dark, outdoors and weather permitting. Sessions are free and open to the public. Schedule of Observatory Viewing Sessions for 2017-2018: Sept. 15, 2017 Oct. 20, 2017 Nov. 17, 2017 Dec. 15, 2017 Jan. 19, 2018 Feb. 16, 2018 March 16, 2018 April 20, 2018 May 18, 2018 Additional observation sessions may be scheduled or changed depending on celestial events. For more information or for a full schedule of observatory events, call (941) 637-3518 or (941) 637-5652, or visit https://www.fsw.edu/charlotte/observatory. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: August 29, 2017 Back to News Archives

Doupe Joins FSW Foundation

Doupe Joins FSW Foundation Jul 10, 2017 Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Foundation has announced that Meredith Nassif Doupe as joined as a Director of Development based on the FSW Collier Campus. Her responsibilities include raising gifts and building relations with strategic partners. Doupe earned her Master of Social Work, Washington University, St. Louis with a specialization in Non-Profit Management and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, University of Miami. Prior to joining FSW, she served as the Director of the Frances Pew Hayes Center for Lifelong Learning at Hodges University and Care Manager for My Care Manager. In both positions, she was successful advancing the lives of members and developing relations with community leaders. She brings a proven track record of success which will be invaluable in meeting FSW Foundation goals and objectives. Doupe is a community volunteer and served as a member of the Collier County Bar Foundation Board, Greater Naples Delta Gamma Alumnae Board, and currently volunteers at Pelican Marsh Elementary School. Last Updated: July 10, 2017 Back to News Archives

Expand Your Thinking with FSW’s Critical Thinking Lectures Series in September

Expand Your Thinking with FSW’s Critical Thinking Lectures Series in September Aug 22, 2017 AUGUST 22, 2017 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will host a series of guest speakers in September as part of its Critical Thinking Lecture Series. These community leaders will discuss how they use critical thinking skills in their profession or focus on critical topics from their area of career or academic interest. Through the series, participants will learn more about careers of interest while also applying critical thinking to the topics presented. Presentations can be viewed live on the Thomas Edison Campus or digitally at all other FSW locations. The series is free and open to the public. The September schedule is as follows: “Critical Thinking in Higher Education” with FSW President Dr. Jeff Allbritten Wednesday, Sept. 6, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Campus Locations - Thomas Edison Campus: Building U-102; Charlotte Campus: Building O-117; Collier Campus: Building A-103; Hendry/Glades Curtis Center: Building A-106 “Put On Your Thinking Cap: Six Hats for Better Decision Making” with FSW First Year Experience Professor Dr. Mary Myers Tuesday, Sept. 12, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Campus Locations - Thomas Edison Campus: Building AA-177; Charlotte Campus: Building E-105; Collier Campus: Building M-201; Hendry/Glades Curtis Center: Building A-114 “Critical Issues in Law Enforcement: Past, Present, and Future” with Fort Myers Police Chief Derrick Diggs and Lee County Sheriff’s Office Undersheriff Carmine Marceno Monday, Sept. 18, 2-3 p.m. Campus Locations - Thomas Edison Campus: Building AA-177; Charlotte Campus: Building 0-117; Collier Campus: Building M-201; Hendry/Glades Curtis Center: Building A-106 “Risk Free, Reward Free: Take the Path Less Traveled” with Chauncey Goss, founder and managing partner of Goss Practical Solutions Thursday, Sept. 28, 11 a.m.-noon Campus Locations - Thomas Edison Campus: Building AA-177; Charlotte Campus: Building 0-117; Collier Campus: Building M-201; Hendry/Glades Curtis Center: Building A-114 For more information on the FSW Critical Thinking Lecture Series, contact Whitney Rhyne, director, Strategic Initiatives, at (239) 433-6943 or Whitney.Rhyne@fsw.edu. ##### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: August 22, 2017 Back to News Archives

View the Solar Eclipse at the FSW James & Barbara Moore Observatory

View the Solar Eclipse at the FSW James & Barbara Moore Observatory Jul 31, 2017 JULY 31, 2017 – PUNTA GORDA, FLA – Skygazers can enjoy a solar eclipse-viewing experience from 1:30-4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 21, at the James & Barbara Moore Observatory located on the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Charlotte Campus, 26300 Airport Road, Punta Gorda. The viewing is free and open to the public. The solar eclipse will take place on Monday, Aug. 21, from 1:18 p.m. – 4:14 p.m., peaking at 83.3 percent coverage at 2:50 p.m. “We will have three or four telescopes with proper filters available for use and limited eyeglass filters, so we are encouraging participants to bring their own certified eclipse glasses or hand-held solar viewers,” said David Hanson, Observatory Director. Safety tips for viewing the solar eclipse and how to purchase certified eclipse glasses and hand-held solar viewers can be found on the NASA website at https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/safety. “Even if people can't make it to the observatory, they should try to see what's happening,” Hanson said. “The view is the same from anywhere in the state, but proper safety filters are required wherever you are located.” Beginning in September 2017, the James & Barbara Moore Observatory will be open to the public the third Friday of each month. Observation sessions typically begin about 30-45 minutes after dark. For more information or for a full schedule of observatory events, call (941) 637-5652 or visit https://www.fsw.edu/charlotte/observatory. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: July 31, 2017 Back to News Archives

Fall OPEN HOUSE at Florida SouthWestern State College

Fall OPEN HOUSE at Florida SouthWestern State College Sep 23, 2016 September 23, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA – Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will host a Fall Open House on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 3 – 5:30 p.m at the Thomas Edison (Lee) Campus in Fort Myers. This event is free to attend and attendees are encouraged to register online at www.FSW.edu/openhouse. “The Fall Open House at Florida SouthWestern State College provides prospective students with the opportunity to explore all the opportunities that FSW has to offer,” said Amber McCown, Director of Admissions at FSW. “Those who attend will be able to meet with faculty, staff, and current students from across the college to answer questions about enrollment steps, academic program offerings, support resources, and student services.” While at the Open House, visitors will receive information about the admissions process, available degrees and certificates, and financial aid. Campus tours are available and visitors can also tour the College’s on-campus housing. For more information about the Open House visit www.FSW.edu/openhouse. Registration for Spring 2017 starts on October 24, 2016. Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. # # # # Last Updated: September 23, 2016 Back to News Archives

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‹ First<34567>Last › 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 Date Title Aug 2 FSW Biology Professor Appointed to Girl Scouts Board of Directors ( Collier) AUGUST 2, 2016 – NAPLES, FLA. – Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Biology Professor Tina Ottman was recently elected to the Board of Directors for Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, Inc. As a board member, she joins a diverse group of volunteers who govern, think critically, and steward council finances… Aug 2 FSW Names Cangelosi Coordinator of Fitness and Wellness ( District) Florida SouthWestern State College has named Vince Cangelosi the college’s coordinator of fitness and wellness. “Vince has an impressive background in health and wellness which will greatly benefit the college,” said Judy Pultro, Director, Auxiliary Services. “He’ll oversee our new wellness center in Suncoast Credit Union Arena, plus wellness programming… Jul 22 ArtSPEAK@FSW Lecture Series Welcomes Musician Stephen Vitiello ( District) Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will host electronic musician and media artist Stephen Vitiello in the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at FSW this Saturday at 1 p.m. Vitiello’s appearance is the next installment in the college’s ongoing ArtSPEAK@FSW lecture series, bringing internationally-renowned artists to speak at the college and to the… Jul 20 FSW Dean Selected for Leadership Florida ( District) JULY 20, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) School of Education Dean, Dr. Larry Miller, has been selected to the second class of the Leadership Florida’s Leadership in Education program. Each session of Leadership in Education provides program participants – as well as the communities they… Jul 13 FSW Opens New Audio Technology Program ( District) Starting this fall, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is admitting students to a new College Credit Certificate (CCC) in Audio Technology on the Thomas Edison Campus in Fort Myers. The Department of Music and Fine Arts in FSW’s School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, established the CCC program, part… Jul 7 XCEL-IT Program at FSW Supports New Certificate Programs ( District) JULY 7, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – The XCEL-IT Program at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is now supporting Intermodal Freight Transportation and Engineering Technology Support Specialist College Credit Certificate (CCC) programs. Whether by land, sea or air, cross-functional skills are necessary for the planning and operation of transportation… Jul 6 FSW Professor Publishes Multiple Journal Articles, Encourages Others to Learn from the Past ( District) JULY 6, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – While it’s quite common for college faculty to publish journal articles throughout their careers, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) English Professor Dr. Scott Ortolano has done something that is not so common. He’s published multiple articles in less than a year. A… Jul 5 FSW and Hodges Deans Present Workforce Now at Annual Summit ( District) JULY 5, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA – Dr. John Meyer, dean of the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) School of Business and Technology, and Dr. Aysegul Timur, dean of the Johnson School of Business at Hodges University, recently presented “Workforce Now: Aligning Workforce Demand and Post-Secondary Pathways” during the… Jun 30 Rauschenberg Gallery Welcomes Avant-Garde Composer on July 9 ( District) Composer and visual artist Philip Corner will be traveling from Italy to Southwest Florida in order to perform “Metal Meditations” in the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Florida SouthWestern State College starting 1 p.m. on July 9. Corner’s FSW performance will coincide with the current exhibition running until Aug. 13, “Glenn… Jun 24 FSW Alumna Manages College’s Upgraded Science Labs ( District) When Science Lab Manager Jessica Slisher graduated from Florida SouthWestern State College in 2007, her intention was to become an orthodontist, not a researcher. That all changed after she took a Chemistry class with Dr. Kurt Donaldson. “I absorbed everything with him and he made such an impact on me,”… ‹ First<34567>Last ›

FSW Students Attend International AIDS Conference

FSW Students Attend International AIDS Conference Sep 27, 2016 SEPTEMBER 27, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – After 20 hours, four airports, three airplanes, and a nine hour layover, two Florida SouthWestern State College students found themselves in a part of the world they had never even dreamed they’d see. This summer, FSW students Cassidy Cousins and Pedro Ramirez traveled along with FSW Biology Professor Dr. Robert Furler to Durban, South Africa where they attended the 2016 International AIDS Conference. Over 8,000 people attended the conference, and FSW’s own found themselves alongside some of the top HIV/AIDS scientists and researchers, celebrity activists including Charlize Theron and Elton John, and international diplomats including Prince Harry of Wales, all with the goal of eradicating the AIDS virus. Cousins and Ramirez spent the last year researching the AIDS virus under the instruction of Dr. Furler where they used cancer cells and proteins found in the virus to safely study how these proteins interact with T-cells in the hopes of coming closer to a cure. The conference allowed them the opportunity to learn how other scientists are researching the virus. “The scientists all had different ways of researching the same things with different approaches and research methods,” Cousins said. “It was a good lesson on what science is and how to take your research from the lab and communicate it to other scientists.” The conference also left a lasting impact on how the HIV/AIDS virus affects different parts of the world in an area of the conference called The Global Village. “The global village allowed activists to display their opinions and experiences culturally through artwork, music, singing and dance displays,” Ramirez said. “It gave the personal view and the human experience of the virus along with the science that was presented during the conference.” “The virus is much more prevalent in Sub-Saharan Africa,” Dr. Furler said. “Everyone there knows someone with HIV/AIDS. In the U.S. we have become more complacent about it because we have treatments and even pre-exposure medicines now that are not available in the much of the world. But we shouldn’t be letting our guards down. Florida is one of the states with the highest number of new infections.” The students also had the opportunity to engage in global learning and experienced some of South Africa’s natural and cultural offerings. They visited an aquarium, went on a safari, and experimented with the different cuisines from the region. “The strangest food was the crocodile steaks, and the best was the curry,” Ramirez said. The research and trip have inspired both students to continue on in the sciences. Ramirez began his biology degree this fall at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) and plans to become a veterinarian. Cousins also plans to begin her biology degree at FGCU next year. Increasing undergraduate research opportunities for FSW students has been a goal of Dr. Furler’s over the past few years, resulting in the construction of a new biosafety level 2 lab funded through an academic research grant. “Many of our students don’t normally have the opportunity to participate in the higher-level research projects that students in universities do,” said Dr. Furler. “This will not only expose them to new ideas, but for some it will encourage them to continue on in the sciences, opening them up to possibilities they might not ever have thought were possible for them.” The trip was just one of many international, faculty-led learning opportunities coordinated by FSW’s Center for International Education. Upcoming faculty-led trips will take FSW students to countries including Nicaragua, Ireland and Ecuador. #### Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. Last Updated: September 27, 2016 Back to News Archives