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We are in the process of contacting businesses that would like to extend a special discount or opportunity to FSW employees. In turn, we will include them on our BUC Perks page which is visited by our many FSW employees.If you are an FSW employee and you have had great service at a business or are impressed by their great products, please let us know! Perhaps we can contact them to see if they would like to extend an offer on the BUCS Perks site! You can email the name of the business, a phone number or contact, email address and a short line or two on what you think they can offer our FSW employees. At the end of the year, we will put the names of the individuals that have suggested BUC Perk possibilities that turned out to be a great plus for our employees into a hat and the winner will be recognized and receive a gift for the wonderful BUC Perk contribution! Email those businesses and information to: Benefits@fsw.edu. Accommodations Banking Childcare Counseling/Legal Services Entertainment Health, Wellness, Fitness Centers Household Products/Services Insurance Miscellaneous Tax Preparation Transportation/Travel Wholesale Warehouses Wireless AccommodationsHilton Garden Inn Fort MyersThe Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers is proud to extend a special offer to all FSW employees:Please contact the hotel at (239) 938-2901 for personalized reservation requests and to receive the FSW Special RateComplimentary Wi-Fi in each guest roomComplimentary shuttle to and from the FSW Campus and within a 5 mile radius of the hotelOnsite restaurant available for breakfast and dinner daily with full service barThe Crowne PlazaThe Crowne Plaza at the Bell Tower Shops is pleased to extend a Corporate rate to all employees. Contact the hotel directly at (239) 482-2900 and ask for the Florida SouthWestern State College corporate rate.Hampton Inn & Suites - Fort Myers-Estero/FGCUThe Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers-Estero/FGCU appreciates your business. They would like to provide you with exceptional value and service. Simply call (239) 947-5566 to book your travel needs or visit the Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers-Estero/FGCU homepage.Hyatt Place – Coconut PointConveniently located, between Fort Myers and Naples, in the Coconut Point Mall, with over 120 shops and restaurants within walking distance. Low season corporate rate is $99.00 (July 1 to Sep 30. High season is $135.00 (Jan 1 to March 30). All other times $105.00. Click Here For FSW Hyatt Place – Coconut Point Discounted Reservations.Residence Inn Fort Myers/SanibelResidence Inn Fort Myers/Sanibel is located just 5 miles from the Florida SouthWestern State College, the gateway into Sanibel/Captiva Island, Fort Myers Beach and is 16 miles from Southwest Florida International Airport. Our convenient location is minutes to restaurants, golf courses, local attractions, hospitals, movie theatres and museums; and is within walking distance to Tanger Outlets Shopping Center, Kayak Launch Sites and a Publix Grocery Store.BankingSuncoast Credit UnionStudents, faculty and staff of Florida SouthWestern State College can join Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union --- Where smart people keep their money! Take advantage of free checking, free online banking and bill pay and even mobile banking. Suncoast offers low rate car loans, mortgages and Visa credit cards with no annual fees. We invite you to open your account online and visit the Suncoast Credit Union website for more information.ChildcareCollier Child Care ResourcesCollier Child Care Resources, Inc., (CCCR), is a private, non-profit child care agency that has been serving children, families, and early learning professionals in Southwest Florida for over forty years.For further information, please contact Niccole Howard at (239) 643-3908 or visit our Collier Child Care Resources website.Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc.Child care facilities are operated by Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. Visit the Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. website for more information.Counseling/Legal ServicesLifeWorks Employee Assistance ProgramEAP Call Center Telephone Line: 844-880-9142Florida SouthWestern State College is introducing a new benefit for faculty and staff — LifeWorks’s Employee Assistance Program. You will receive a range of services to help with everyday stress and challenges. Many employees contact the EAP for help with:Stress at home and workRelationshipsParenting questionsGriefDepression and anxietyLifeWorks is FSW’s new, free, confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and an exciting and innovative wellbeing solution that we will all love to use, and it’s now live for all FSW employees! LifeWorks is available 24/7/365 to help you:Connect to news and updates through the platform’s News FeedAccess a wealth of online resources and information to support your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing Get expert guidance from professional advisors, any time, about any issue, either work-related or in your personal lifeSpeak to a counselor if you have a problem that’s bigger than you, or connect with other specialists including financial and legal professionalsThe EAP offers you additional valuable services:Legal ReferralsA free 30-minute telephone consultation with an attorney. If you need a referral to an attorney for a face to face meeting, LifeWorks can refer you to one at a 25% discount off the attorney’s hourly rate.Financial ReferralsA 30-minute telephone consultation is available through the EAP. After the consultation, you can be referred to local resources. The referrals can be made for any financial issue (debt consolidation, budgeting, taxes, investments, etc.)WebsiteGet started using LifeWorks now with our easy instructions. Go to login.lifeworks.com OR download the mobile app. Username: FSWPassword: FSWLegalShield (formerly Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.)Florida SouthWestern State College Faculty, Staff and their families NOW have available:a “Life Events Legal Plan” that provides Protection, Security and Peace of Mind at a discounted group rate. And…the enrollment fee has been waived.The Plan covers You, Your Spouse or Significant Other & Your Children to the age of 21 (23 if college student). Protect your family for an investment as low as just $15.95 per month, with no long-term contract. That’s just $3.68 a week.We also provide Kroll Background America’s “Identity Theft Shield”.For further information, contact Jim & Andrea Carroll, Independent Associates, LegalShield, Toll Free 1-866-614-1770, Local (941) 235-1770. For further information, visit Jim & Andrea Carroll's LegalShield website.EntertainmentBarbara B. MannFSW employees receive discounts on tickets to select shows at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Please take your Buc Card to the ticket window to find out if the show you’re interested in offers discounted tickets.Tickets at WorkFlorida SouthWestern State College has access to TicketsatWork, the leading Employee Perks & Discount program in the Nation! Whether you’re taking a trip, planning a staycation, or having fun at home with family and friends, TicketsatWork has something for everyone!We want to make sure you are familiar with all the latest brands, services, and savings you have access to. TicketsatWork is your one-stop shop for savings on products, services, and experiences, with new deals added weekly.It's free and simple to enroll. Just visit TicketsatWork and use our company code FSWBUCS to start saving on: How to EnrollWork From Home EssentialsStreaming Services: Disney+, Showtime and moreAttractions, Shows, Sporting Events, and ConcertsHotels and rental carsSam’s Club Memberships – over 40% offEducation & Enrichment: Language Learning, Audiobooks and moreHealth & WellnessHome Office: Electronics, Laptops and moreInsurance, Home Security and Protection ServicesFood & WineOnline Shopping: Walmart, Walgreens, Macy’sFinancial ServicesPet SuppliesEntertainmentAnd so much more!Health, Wellness, Fitness CentersQuit Smoking Now (AHEC-Lee, Collier)The “Quit Smoking Now“ program is a successful and effective six week program that meets once a week for an hour and assists individuals dealing with addiction to Nicotine. The program is FREE and people participating in the program may also receive FREE patches, gum and/or lozenges while in the program. The program is open to anyone interested in assistance in stopping the use of tobacco products.For more information regarding groups held on an ongoing basis at convenient locations throughout both Lee and Collier counties please contact Eliseo Rangel at (239) 989-9809. For further information visit the Everglades Area Health Education Tobacco Program.All FSW faculty and staff have access to the 3 fitness centers located on Lee, Collier, and Charlotte campuses. Each campus has its own unique set of exercise equipment that includes cardio and strength training pieces. Hours vary at each facility. Learn more about your campuses’ fitness center and their locations here.Weight WatchersWith a minimum enrollment, Weight Watchers offers to have a meeting brought directly to employees and students of Florida SouthWestern State College. Our meetings will be conveniently located on campus which makes it easier to attend. To find out if a Weight Watchers meeting is currently being held, express interest in attending, or for further information please contact: Kimberly Barber or Cami Sue Price at (239) 298-2481.Medi-Weightloss ClinicsFlorida SouthWestern State College Faculty, Staff and Students will receive a 25% discount on their Initial Visit and 10% off revisits when they become a patient of the Medi-Weightloss Clinics. For further information including a location near you please contact Bonnie Anderson at (239) 333-3340 or visit our Medi-Weightloss website.Results! Weight LossResults Weight Loss is more than a diet; it’s a program designed to teach you how to lose the weight and keep it off forever. There are two ways we can work with you to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Depending upon your personal needs and lifestyle, we offer you the option of choosing either the Results In-Center or Results@Home program.Results! Weight Loss is offering Florida SouthWestern State College staff and faculty 20% off of all program services on a weight loss program.To join with your discount please contact Caroline Thomas at (239) 789-8578 and let us give you the customized tools you need to successfully lose the weight once and for all.Anytime FitnessAt Anytime Fitness, we fit your busy schedule and on-the-go lifestyle. With an Anytime Fitness membership, you can workout anytime of the day or night! Our clubs are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Talk about no more excuses!Anytime Fitness offers a 10% discounts to Florida SouthWestern State College employees. Locations in Cape Coral and Fort Myers. Bring your business card or ID to the location nearest you.Location (A) – Fort Myers 12901 McGregor Blvd, Suite 1B Fort Myers, FL 33919. Phone: (239) 481-2237Location (B) – Cape Coral 1315 Cape Coral Parkway Cape Coral, FL 33904. Phone: (239) 549-3488Eye Centers of FloridaEye Centers of Florida provides Eye Care Advantage: A no-fee, vision discount program for Florida SouthWestern State College employees, spouses and dependent children.Designer Eye Wear 25% off, Sunglasses, LASIK and Contact Lens fitting, all 20% off.Eye Care Advantage Discount Cards and Program Description is Available in the HR office.Household Products/ServicesAll American AlarmAssuring your peace of mind with state of the art equipment, red carpet service, and lightning fast response, Because We Care!With the purchase of a complete security system ($850), installation($295) and activation($99) Florida SouthWestern State College staff and faculty will be eligible for 2 additional contacts for their security system ($190.00 value). For further information please contact Janet Beddoe at (239) 464-5834 or visit the All American Alarm website.Clean Water AmericaClean Water America is a full service home water systems company.We are experts from the well or city hook-up to the faucets.We have been a local company in SW Florida for over 24 years. Honesty and integrity is important to us in all of our dealings.Florida SouthWestern State College employees can call with any water questions and /or have a rep. come out to analyze their water and/or systems with no cost or obligations. They may also come to either of our two showrooms in Ft. Myers or Lehigh Acres.The amount of discount will vary based on what is purchased. We have systems starting at $500 and going to $8,000.We have many flexible billing options including all major credit cards, 90 days same as cash, rent to own or just rent.Please have your associates identify themselves as employees of Florida SouthWestern State College when calling or visiting a showroom.Bill Welch / Eric. Phone: 239-489-4766PRR Computer, LLCComputer Repair Services50% off our normal shop ratesReceive 50% off our normal shop rates for Florida SouthWestern State College Staff and Faculty. Equipment must be delivered to our premises in Estero and picked up from same to qualify.To redeem this discount please provide a valid, current Florida SouthWestern State College ID at first contact. Click here for further PRR Computer discount details on this offer.9180 Estero Park Commons Blvd, Unit #6, Estero, FL 33928. Phone: (239) 244-1579. Email: phil@prrcomputers.com.InsuranceAARPIndividuals who are 50 and older can join benefiting from a number of services from driver safety classes to auto and health insurance. The AARP membership card is recognized for many discounts by restaurants, hotels, etc., but AARP isn’t about discounts-AARP is about what counts in our lives as seniors. For membership information, please contact our St. Petersburg office, toll-free at 1-866-595-7678 or visit our Florida AARP website.Liberty MutualLiberty Mutual offers a 5% discount off the annual premium on our auto insurance to the employees of Florida SouthWestern State College. We also offer life insurance products as well as annuities. For further information contact William "Bill" Scott at 1-800-282-6741, extension 57384 or his Liberty Mutual website for a free no-obligation quote and receive a $5 gas card.Veterinary Pet InsurancePlease look at the Veterinary Pet Insurance brochure (PDF) for information on the programs they offer.Three easy ways to enroll:Go here (easiest).Visit petinsurance.com/company-search and then enter Florida SouthWestern State College. You will be directed to the dedicated page.Or call 877-PETS-VPI (877-738-7874) Mention that you are an employee of Florida SouthWestern State College and you will receive a discount on your policy.MiscellaneousPensXpressPensXpress Personalized pens offer the greatest value for the money to promote your product or service, or to commemorate a special event. Whether it's for a trade show, to give out to your customers at your place of business, or to promote your club's annual gathering, our custom pens will spread your message far and wide. 10% off any order use code: cp4ed10 at checkout!HerocareHerocare provides free membership cards and online directory of professionals and businesses that give members discounts. For further information regarding our services, please contact: Maxine Gonzalez, Helpline Director at 877-437-6411 x0, or at the Herocare website.Florida SouthWestern State College BookstoreReceive discounts on books and special order custom gifts. For books visit the FSW Bookstore. For special order custom gifts login at: Florida SouthWestern State College Custom Gifts The password is: bookstore.Appliance Repair Specialist of TampaAppliance Repair Specialist of Tampa, a leading provider of appliance repair services is offering Florida Southwestern State College faculty & employees a 10% discount off any in-home appliance repair.All you need to do is reference this code to receive the discount: Excel10. Contact Kevin Harbour at (678) 282-7521 or reoking@gmail.com.Tax PreparationFree Tax PreparationThe United Way once again will be offering free tax preparation for people who meet certain criteria. To view the criteria, please visit https://www.myfreetaxes.com/.To schedule an in-person appointment, call 1-800-906-9887Free Tax Preparation Flyer (PDF)Locations (PDF)Payroll Inserts (PDF)Transportation/TravelAAA Auto Club South”The Most Trusted Auto Club in America”Click here for the AAA Valentine Special Offer!AAA offers its members roadside assistance, travel assistance, and discounts on various types of insurance.AAA offers Florida SouthWestern State College employees a discount on Auto Club membership and Travel as well as an opportunity for savings on Auto and Homeowners Insurance.For further information, please contact Bruce Smedberg, Sales Representative (239) 939-7591 or visit the AAA website.T-MOBILE T-MOBILE offers State and Local Government employees 15% off on Magenta MAX and get premium UNLIMITED Talk, Text and Data!FDOT Commuter Services Commuter Services, a FREE program by the Florida Department of Transportation is here to help you solve your traffic and travel woes in the Southwest Florida Region. The first step is to realize you don't have to sit in traffic every day – increasing your travel costs as well as your stress. You can carpool, vanpool, and take transit. Or get on your way toward a healthier lifestyle by biking, walking or using another option - even occasionally. Commuter Services, offers FREE help and provides information on carpooling and vanpooling, including online ride-matching, getting started and traffic information; biking and walking safety, tips, health information, local organizations and initiatives; public transit (LeeTran) routes, schedules, bike on bus program, and even free bus passes. We also provide information on Trip Tracking rewards program. Call or visit us online: 1-866-585-RIDE (7433).Enterprise Rent-A-CarReceive discounted Rates for both business and personal use.Visit Enterprise Rent-A-Car discount site.Wholesale WarehousesBJ’s WholesaleFor the best deals on purchasing or renewing your BJ’s membership, please contact Scott Hawley at shawley@bjs.com or (239) 333-6953.Costco Wholesale – Naples & Fort MyersJoin Today! Become a New Costco Member and receive up to a $20 Costco Cash Card.Receive a $20 Costco Cash Card when you join as a NEW Executive Member. OR, Receive a $10 Costco Cash Card when you join as a NEW Gold Star Member.Please call the Costco Marketing Dept to enroll and receive your Florida SouthWestern State College Cash Card Benefit.Costco Naples Marketing Dept. Phone: (239) 596-6437.Costco Ft. Myers Marketing Dept Phone: (239) 415-6003.**This offer will not be available at the in-store customer service/enrollment desk. You must enroll by calling the marketing department in order to receive this benefit.**Locations:6275 Naples Blvd, Naples, FL7171 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL10088 Gulf Center Drive (Gulf Coast Town Center), Fort Myers, FLSam's Club–Port Charlotte & Fort MyersClick here for your Sam's Club Membership Certificate (PDF). Bring this certificate along with proof of employment to the Membership Services Desk of your local Club. Upon payment for a Plus Membership, you will receive a $25 Sam's Club Gift Card. Upon payment for an Advantage Membership, you will receive a $10 Sam's Club Gift Card.For a Club near you, visit Sam's Club or call 1-800-881-9180. Locations:Fort Myers – 5170 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907.Port Charlotte – 17700 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948Also…we have coupons in Human Resources for 20% off Lunch or Dinner at the Luna Rossa Restaurant at the Miromar Outlet Mall Phone: (239) 948-3766.Over 140 Top Designer and Brand Name Outlets!AT&TAs an Employee of Florida SouthWestern State College you could be saving 17% on your wireless bill with AT&T along with WAIVED Activation and Upgrade fees. Additional savings are also available if you are a DIRECTV customer as well. If you are looking for new service or have existing service and want to register for your discounts feel free to stop into one of our local AT&T Retail locations and mention FAN # 2641506 or visit FSW’s customized AT&T discount site.If you have questions you can also reach out to your dedicated AT&T Employee Discount Program representative Deirdre Bischoff @ (239) 848-8998 or db3374@att.com.AT&T FSW Employee Discount Flyer (PDF)AT&T FSW Student Discount Flyer(PDF)Sprint WirelessPlease note that not all plans will qualify for the discount.Go to Sprint and enter your phone numberOn the right side of the screen click the link titled, “Please click here”On the next screen click, “Fax or upload your verification”Complete the steps listed and be sure to include proof of your employment with FSW! (This can just be a copy of your BUC Card)

Wellness Network

At Florida SouthWestern State College we are committed to promoting and enhancing the physical, emotional and interpersonal wellness of our employees. The Wellness Network was created to offer a variety of resources, activities, and programs to assist employees in maximizing their potential by promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Results from prior Florida SouthWestern State College Wellness Fairs suggest that we at Florida SouthWestern State College need to make nutritional food choices and have more active lifestyles to help reduce our stress and cholesterol levels. We all lead hectic lives and it is not always easy to make healthy choices. In an effort to address these issues, we are implementing programs to encourage our employees to eat healthier and get active.FSW Wellness FairWellness Resources

Current Student Information

Fall 2026 Payment DeadlinesCompact B: Oct. 13, Oct. 19 (Final) Students may be dropped for nonpayment after payment deadlines. Payment plans are available at fsw.edu/nelnet.Buc BulletinSee what's happening this week at FSW!PreView FSW/Boo-ccaneer Bash Ready to apply for admission into one of our bachelor's degree programs at FSW? Visit the Admissions table at Boo-ccaneer Bash on any campus for an application fee waiver code!Career FairMeet employers from a variety of industries, build your professional network, explore career options, and discover full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities at a Career Fair on your campus!Fall Connections WeekJoin us October 2-16 for nature-related activities and educational fun!Allied Health Information SessionsCheck out the School of Allied Health's information sessions.Getting involved at Florida SouthWestern State College is your ticket to success! In and outside classroom activities, engagement, and events help complete the college experience at FSW. Bucs Corner is the portal for the FSW community to see featured events, organizations, and opportunities.Visit Bucs CornerHelp & ResourcesLooking for something but can't find it? Let us know!Need Help Navigating the Portal?Here's an overview of how the new portal works and a playlist of how-tos. Questions? Contact FSW Helpdesk.Technology HelpdeskWhether you are on-campus or online, the Technology Helpdesk is here to support you! Use the Knowledge Base to search for answers to questions like "How do I connect to the WiFi" and "How do I add or drop classes?" or get personalized support by submitting a helpdesk ticket! Zoom RoomsNeed a place to access your Zoom class while on campus? FSW has created Zoom rooms at every FSW service Location.Charlotte Campus Building B Room 116 M-R: 8:30PM - 4:30PMCollier Campus Building A Room 101 Check-in at A 100 M-F: 8:30PM - 4:30PMHendry Glades Curtis Center Building A Room 108 Check-in at the front desk M-F: 8:30PM - 4:30PMLee Campus Building G Room 101 Check-in at the helpdesk M-F: 8:30PM - 4:30PMStudent ServicesAcademic AdvisingAdaptive (Disability) ServicesAssessment and TestingCare ServicesCashier/Bursar's OfficeFinancial AidPaying for CollegeRegistration & RecordsScholarshipsRegistered Student OrganizationsStudent Complaints & GrievancesStudent InvolvementStudent LeadershipStudent TransitionsVeteran AffairsStudent Support ProgramsCare ServicesEarly Alert ProgramThe Peer Tutoring CenterTutoring ServicesHelpful Academic LinksAcademic / Event CalendarsAcademic ProgramsAcademic Progress PetitionBookstoreClass SchedulesSchedule SearchCollege CatalogeLearningLibraryFinal Exam SchedulesGraduation InformationInternational EducationTuition CostsTutoringOther LinksDining ServicesFlorida Shines WebsiteFSW JobNetStudent LifeStudent of ConcernStudent PrintingTranscript RequestsFSW Emergency Notification SystemSign up now to receive important announcements via phone, text message, and/or email in the event of an emergency, severe weather, or any critical announcement.Get your refunds faster!Florida SouthWestern State College is one of many institutions in Florida that has chosen to participate in this program, and we are confident it will benefit our students.  For more information, please visit Choices for Student Refunds - Bank Mobile DisbursementsStay Connected!Stay in touch by following the College's social media accounts, attending an upcoming event, and getting involved with FSW clubs and organizations. FSW YouTube FSW Facebook FSW Instagram FSW on X FSW Students Facebook FSW Students Instagram FSW StudentsDiscord CalendarsEvent CalendarCollege DeadlinesAthletics Calendar

Tobacco Free FAQs

Why have a tobacco-free campus environment?Florida SouthWestern State College is committed to providing a healthy working and learning environment and recognizes the increasing weight of scientific evidence that smoking is harmful not only to the active smoker but also to the "passive" smoker who is exposed to others' smoke. The purpose of this policy is to reduce harm from the use of tobacco products and from secondhand smoke, provide an environment that encourages persons to be tobacco-free, establish a campus culture of wellness, and promote a tobacco-free future. Florida SouthWestern State College is invested not only in academic achievement, but also in developing life skills that will promote individual and civic wellness. Higher education prepares students to cope with the reality of living situations. One emerging reality is that fewer and fewer spaces permit smoking and tobacco use. In growing numbers, worksites, restaurants, public buildings, shopping malls, healthcare and transportation facilities are 100% smoke-free. Florida SouthWestern State College has a responsibility to its students and employees to provide a safe and healthful environment. Research findings show that tobacco use in general, including smoking and breathing secondhand smoke, constitute a significant health hazard. In addition to causing direct health hazards, smoking contributes to college costs in other ways, including potential fire damage, cleaning and maintenance costs, and costs associated with absenteeism, health care, and medical insurance.What is the difference between smoke-free and tobacco-free?Tobacco-free means the personal use of any tobacco product, whether intended to be lit or not, which shall include smoking as well as the use of an electronic cigarette or any other device intended to simulate smoking and the use of smokeless tobacco, including snuff; chewing tobacco; smokeless pouches; any other form of loose-leaf, smokeless tobacco; and the use of unlit cigarettes, cigars, and pipe tobacco. Whom does this policy affect?This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, contractors, vendors and visitors.Will there be cessation programs available for students, faculty and staff?Yes. Florida SouthWestern State College is committed to providing assistance to all students, faculty and staff who want to quit using tobacco. Information on smoking and the use of tobacco products and cessation information can be found on our Tobacco Free webpage.How will Florida SouthWestern State College address compliance of this policy?Compliance with this policy is the shared responsibility and the right of all Florida SouthWestern State College staff, students, and faculty members. The success of this policy depends upon the courtesy, respect, and cooperation of users and non-users of tobacco products. Any member of the Florida SouthWestern State College community may respectfully ask individuals to comply with this policy and/or report non-compliance when appropriate. Anyone who observes a possible violation may inform the individual of the tobacco-free policy. Campus Police is responsible for determining policy applicability and will answer policy related questions. Campus Police will work to remind persons on our campus that tobacco use is prohibited. Patrolling for smoking in cars will not be a Campus Police enforcement priority. If a student repeatedly violates the policy, the student will be reported to Campus Police. A student who is given more than two warnings by Campus Police will be referred for disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. Similarly, if an employee repeatedly violates the policy, the employee will be reported to their supervisor for action in violation of college policy.How will this policy be communicated to students, staff and visitors?Education regarding Florida SouthWestern State College’s tobacco-free policy will be included in formal orientation for all incoming students. Sufficient signage will be posted to inform members of the campus community and its visitors, including contractors and vendors, of the policy. All administrators, deans, directors, department chairs, and supervisors will communicate the policy to everyone within their areas of responsibility.How many colleges and universities have gone 100% smoke free?At least 260 campuses nationwide have 100% smoke free campuses - inside and out.Isn't smoking a personal, legal right?There is no "right to smoke" under any federal, state or local law. The college owns its buildings and grounds and has the right and responsibility to enact policies to reduce injury and illness by eliminating hazards and unsafe acts and conditions from its premises. Tobacco-free environments are not about forcing individuals to change their lifestyle or behavior. Rather, they intend to protect the greater campus community and college interests.Aren't college students adults who can make their own decisions about tobacco use?Just as college students can make their own decisions about tobacco use, Florida SouthWestern State College has a right to make decisions about tobacco use on campus and has an obligation to provide a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. This includes curtailing the use of known carcinogens such as secondhand smoke.Why should I comply?We realize that this policy may be taxing for tobacco users, but we hope that smokers will respect the right of their fellow members of the college community to breathe smoke-free air. We also hope that non-smokers who remind violators of the tobacco-free policy will do so with courtesy and civility.Why not ban other unhealthy substances, like high-fat foods?In accordance with its mission as an institution of higher education, Florida SouthWestern State College is continually seeking ways to create a healthier environment. In recent years, for example, we’ve added healthier food choices in our cafeterias and vending machines and sought to create a more sustainable environment through our recycling efforts. However, the health risks and damaging effects of tobacco use - including the harm to others from second-hand smoke - far surpass those of other unhealthy substances. Do I have to quit using tobacco?No. The College cannot compel you to quit using tobacco. You are encouraged, however, to use the resources found on our Tobacco Free webpage to learn more about the health risks associated with tobacco use and smoking cessation resources.

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Tobacco Free Policy

Florida SouthWestern State College is dedicated to providing a safe, healthy, comfortable, and productive learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Research findings show that tobacco use in general, including smoking and breathing secondhand smoke, constitutes a significant health hazard. Therefore, Florida SouthWestern State College declares the College to be a Tobacco-Free organization and sets the following rules regarding tobacco use. FSW prohibits the use of all tobacco products on campus, at all institution-sponsored off-campus events, and in all campus-owned vehicles. For purposes of this policy, “tobacco use” means the personal use of any tobacco product, whether intended to be lit or not, which shall include but not be limited to smoking, as well as the use of an electronic cigarette or any other device intended to simulate smoking and the use of smokeless tobacco, including snuff; chewing tobacco; smokeless pouches; any other form of loose-leaf, smokeless tobacco; and the use of cigarettes, cigars, and pipe tobacco. FSW also prohibits the sale of tobacco and the advertising and promotion of tobacco products on campus. In addition, FSW prohibits tobacco industry sponsorship of campus events, scholarships, faculty positions, employee recruitment, and College related business. This policy eliminates tacit approval of under-age tobacco use and lessens grounds and maintenance burdens. College personnel have established reasonable expectations and will issue warnings to violators while offering active education programs. FSW believes it is critical to educate students and prepare them for a future in which many employers restrict or prohibit smoking entirely. The College provides free, accessible smoking-cessation information and publicizes its availability. Student violators will be referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action, and College employees will be referred to their supervisor. Organizers and attendees at public events, such as conferences, meetings, public lectures, social and cultural events, using College facilities will be required to abide by the Tobacco-Free Policy. Organizers of such events are responsible for communicating this policy to attendees and for enforcing this policy.

Retirement Accounts

There are many options for saving for your retirement and we highly encourage all employees to become familiar with the programs offered at Florida SouthWestern State College. TSA Consulting Group, Inc.TSA - More InformationTSA is our third party administrator for our 403b and 457 voluntary retirement plans. 403(b) and 457 plans serve to supplement employer sponsored pension plans. Contributions to these plans are taken via a pre-tax payroll deduction.We have included the website specifically designed for Florida SouthWestern State College employees. Here you can find a wealth of information relating to the available retirement plans, plan documentation, approved providers list, an employee educational video, and the forms necessary to complete actions such as distributions or hardship withdrawals.403(b) 457 Annual Notice ART System What Is Art? | Art HelpART is an online transaction and recordkeeping system developed by TSA Consulting for participants to use when requesting loans, rollovers, distributions, and contract exchanges from 403(b) accounts. This system is known as the ART system (Aggregated Records & Transactions) and will expedite the time required to process transaction requests. BENCOR Alternate Social Security Bencor PlansThe FICA Alternative Plan is a defined contribution plan authorized under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. BENCOR, Inc. is the plan administrator for Florida SouthWestern State College. In lieu of paying 6.2% of your wages for Social Security taxes, you will now contribute 7.5% of your pre-tax wages into an investment account in your name. Medicare contributions at 1.45% will continue to be withheld from your paychecks. Participation in this plan is mandatory for all eligible employees. You will be automatically enrolled or un-enrolled by the College as your salary plan status changes during your employment with Florida SouthWestern State College.Easy Access Information Alternative Social Security Easy Access Flyer 401(a) Special Pay Out Easy Access FlyerFlorida Retirement System (FRS) MyFRS HomeThe FRS is an employee and employer contributory retirement plan. The rules surrounding FRS including the contribution rates are determined by the Florida Legislature and are reviewed yearly. One of the requirements of the State is that all full time and part time regular employees must participate in the FRS. Additional information regarding FRS can be viewed on the Human Resources website or on the FRS website, above.New Employee FRS Booklet

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Cycle of Effectiveness

Annual Cycle of Review Goals Review Goal Goal Date Effectiveness Plan Last Friday of September Plan Updates (as a result of Departmental or Staff meetings) Third Friday in November Results Updates Third Friday of April Results and/or Finalization Second Friday of May Finalization Last Friday in August These dates are designed to meet both the schedules of academic departments and staff departments and so some goal dates may not meet those of your area. If there are outcomes in your Effectiveness Plan that are not yet complete and do not yet have data, please omit the goal date set above for those outcomes.Each year, Florida SouthWestern State College's Office of Accountability & Effectiveness aids administrative units and academic programs in the development and tracking of their respective "Effectiveness Plans." Creating a formal "Effectiveness Plan" is an important step in consistently documenting the continuous improvement efforts educational leaders engage at FSW. Institutional Effectiveness (IE) is the extent to which planned outcomes, goals, or objectives are achieved as a result of an activity, strategy, intervention or initiative intended to achieve the desired effect. Thus, a useful Effectiveness Plan is one that contains clearly written outcomes, strategies for meeting those outcomes and has appropriate assessment techniques for measuring how well those outcomes have been achieved. Finally, to "close the loop" on the institutional effectiveness cycle, each Effectiveness Plan should use results in a meaningful, impactful way.Tools to aide in completing annual Effectiveness Plans in Anthology:About AnthologyAnthology is a web-based software system from Campus Labs designed to assist in housing Effectiveness Plans and Reports for continuous improvement. Anthology allows planning and assessment reports to join each other seamlessly for a smooth Effectiveness Cycle. Users can generate their own reports and edit information with ease. Anthology is licensed by Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) for use by Florida SouthWestern State College faculty and staff for retaining, reporting, and presenting the effectiveness of academic and administrative units at Florida SouthWestern State College.How do I login to Anthology?Faculty and staff who need access to Anthology must first contact the Office of Accountability & Effectiveness to request an account. Once access has been approved, Anthology may be accessed through the user's Florida SouthWestern State Colleges (FSW) MyFSW account. In MyFSW, faculty and staff must locate the "Institutional Effectiveness" tile and click the link for "Anthology – Effectiveness Plans".Effectiveness Plans ComponentsIn order to engage in a cycle of continuous improvement, all academic programs at FSW set goals, collect data, and use the results to inform course and program improvement.Assessment and Effectiveness Components:Program/Unit MissionAll Programs/Departments must have a Mission Statement entered.Student Learning OutcomesPrimarily used by academic programs/departments.Assesses student effort/knowledge in the classroom.Operational OutcomesPrimarily used by non-academic units of the college.Can be used by academic programs/departments for outcomes not involving student effort.Program Review Components:EnrollmentHeadcount and FTE by program (Primary)Demographic information by program (FT/PT, M/F, ethnicity, financial aid status, Pell Grant recipients, entering GPA)CompletionDegrees/certificates conferredDegrees conferred per 100 FTEAverage time to degree/certificate completion (For students who entered without transfer credit)First-time full-time freshmen 3-year graduation rate (AA only)ProgressionRetention (Fall to Fall, retention or completer)Service to other programs in the institution (AA or AS completers into Bachelor’s programs. Certificate completers into AA or AS programs.)Course DataAverage Course Section SizeSuccess(Fall to Fall, retained with 2.5 GPA or higher, transferred with 2.5 or higher, graduated) (AA an AS only using State Accountability Data)Licensure and certification exam pass rates (AS and BS only)SatisfactionProgram surveysSOS comparisons across modalitiesGraduate follow-up results (employment rates and employer survey results where applicable, graduate surveys)Resources and TrainingThe Office of Accountability & Effectiveness offers a booklet about Effectiveness Plans Best Practices and provides individual or group trainings by request.Questions and requests for additional information should be directed to Jessica Godwin.

Contact Student Affairs

Note: Hours are subject to change between terms. Please contact the department for summer / between terms hours. Department Phone Number Hours Location General Information 863-674-0408 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 6:00pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm *Extended hours may be offered during peak enrollment times. Front Desk, Building A ADAptive Services 863-674-6001 Please call to schedule an appointment. A-115 Admissions, Records, and Registration 863-674-6039 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - Noon *Extended hours may be offered during peak enrollment times A-123 Academic Advising 863-674-6003 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - Noon Evening advising available by appointment. Please schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor. A-115 Cashier 863-674-6000 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - Noon A-123 Career Services 863-674-6003 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - Noon A-115A FSW Online Testing Center 863-674-6004 More information about FSW Online Testing A-116B Testing and Assessment 863-674-6039 Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - Noon A-124

Archived Enrollment Executive Summaries

Enrollment Executive Summaries for the full academic year (defined here as Summer, Fall, Spring) are archived no later than March each year. For example, the files associated with academic year 2022-2023 were archived in March 2023.

Archived IPEDS Data Feedback Report

Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) data iis submitted at the aggregated-level from postsecondary institutions and do not have student-level information. Institutions submit data through multiple interrelated survey components about general higher education topics for three reporting periods, Fall, Winter, and Spring. The reports listed here are generated by IPEDS and are retained for archival purposes.