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Acris Level ($250.00 USD) - A contribution of $250.00 for vendors will allow for a single table and individual to attend and vend and or advertise during the conference.Terrapene Level ($350.00 USD) - A contribution of $350.00 for two vending tables and up to one attendees with preferred arrangements in the poster gala for vending or advertising.Drymarchon Level ($500.00 USD) - A contribution of $500.00 will allow for two vending tables (if desired) and up to two attendees with preferred arrangements in the poster gala along with the supporters logo/info present on keynote presentations.Crocodylus Level ($1000.00 USD+) - A contribution of $1000.00 or more will allow for two vending tables (if desired) in a preferred area of the poster gala for vending or advertising, up to three attendees, and the presence of the supporters logo/info on all keynote and plenary style talks, along with all major conference materials and advertisements.Additional donations of smaller amounts will happily be accepted, and all donors/sponsors will be referenced in the conferences open and closing comments. Contact Jordan Donini (Jtdonini@fsw.edu) with any questions. ContributePast Sponsors:

Resources

• CPALMS • Reading Rockets • International Literacy Association • The National Council of Teachers of English • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) • ReadWorks • TeachingChannel.com • Teach Like a Champion • Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice • newsela • Edutopia • Achieve the Core • Colorín Colorado

Kappa Delta Epsilon

Kappa Delta Epsilon was organized March 25, 1933 in Washington, DC and was established at FSW in 2009. Kappa Delta Epsilon (KDE) is an honorary educational fraternity which supports the cause of education by fostering a spirit of fellowship, high standards of scholastic attainment and professional ideals among its members. The Delta Zeta Chapter in the School of Education at FSW is an active group engaged in preparing more than 300 members for the teaching profession. Members of this prestigious honors fraternity participate in and serve the community in a number of ways including partnering with the Boston Red Sox during their Spring Training to “Knock Literacy Out of the Park” and working with the Ronald McDonald house.KDE Application (PDF)AdvisorDr. Joyce Rollins

SOE In The News

• Florida SouthWestern State College Hosts Annual “Family Math Night” (PDF) • Is Pre-K Worth It? (PDF) • Two FSW Collegiate High Students Awarded Prestigious QuestBridge Scholarships (PDF) • Bill to create fair formula for early learning funds dies (PDF) • Bill to fix imbalance in learning funds dies (PDF) • Business Leaders Celebrate, Educated at Early Learning Breakfast • Florida needs bigger investment in prekindergarten (PDF) • Charlotte High School Named a Newsweek Top School (PDF) • "IBM's School Could Fix Education — and Tech's Diversity Gap" • The River 4-27-18 FSW student honored (PDF)

What is Service Learning?

Service-learning, as defined by the Campus Compact National Center for Community Colleges (2010), is "a teaching method which combines community service with academic instruction as it focuses on critical, reflective thinking and civic responsibility. Service-learning programs involve students in organized community services that address local needs, while developing their academic skills, sense of civic responsibility, and commitment to the community." Practicing teachers at all levels have obligations outside of the classroom whether it is committee work, tutoring, club sponsor or other. Many unique opportunities are presented to Florida SouthWestern State College’s School of Education from community organizations such as the Calusa Nature Center, the STARS Complex, the Salvation Army Fran Cohen Youth Center, the Boys and Girls Club, and others. In order for these partnerships to be successful we must have student support. This is a perfect learning experience for our students as they choose an initiative that they are interested in. This mirrors the process they will have once they become teachers in the schools. Florida SouthWestern State College’s School of Education feels that this is one more way that our graduates will be better prepared for their career choice.ResourcesCommunity Partnership Application (PDF) Service Learning - Log Sheet (PDF)

Theatre

The FSW Theatre program offers students a strong foundation in theatre arts while promoting the creative development of the individualFrom acting to design, theatre history to playwriting, the theatre courses at Florida SouthWestern State College help students to acquire the abilities necessary to excel in their craft while also building critical thinking and cultural literacy skills in an active, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.Learn About Scholarships

Music

Florida SouthWestern State College provides a variety of musical experiences--both for those who will be consumers of music, and those who will be music professionals. Students may take courses leading to the Associate of Arts degree with music emphasis. This two-year degree represents all coursework required for transfer to any upper division music program in the State of Florida.Distinguished FacultyScholarshipsOne-on-One Applied Lessons with Master Teachers in Voice; Piano; Organ; Guitar; and all Orchestral Instruments: Brass; Woodwinds; Percussion; and Strings.Performance opportunities in outstanding ensembles including: Florida SouthWestern State College Symphony Orchestra; FSW Concert Band; Jazz Ensembles; Florida SouthWestern State College Choir; and Chamber Groups.Courses in Music Theory; Sight Singing and Ear Training; Music History and Appreciation; Class Piano; Jazz Improvisation; Class Voice; and more.Programs of StudyMusic Production and Technology, ASDownloadsMusic Course Sample Sequence (PDF)Music Faculty Bios (PDF)Application for Fine Arts Scholarship - Music (PDF)Audio Tech Program Information (PDF)Audio Tech Course Progression (PDF)Learn About Scholarships

Faculty & Staff

FacultyDr. Heather KennyDr. Heather Kenny is Professor of Reading and Literacy Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. Early in her career, while serving as classroom teacher and private reading interventionist, she developed a passionate interest in helping students acquire foundational skills that contribute to reading proficiency. She pursued that interest at the University of Toledo, where she earned her M.Ed. (2006), and her Ph.D. (2009), was awarded a University Fellowship, and was twice recognized as Outstanding Graduate in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. From 2009 – 2019, Dr. Kenny served as a tenure-line faculty member in the Graduate Reading Program and Department of Early Childhood and Reading at Edinboro University (now Pennwest University). In 2016, she was recognized by that institution for outstanding teaching with a Robert C. Weber Honors Program Award for Excellence and in 2018, she was honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators with a Professional Achievement Award for Exemplary Service/Partnership. She has published books on literacy instruction, and her work has been featured in publications such as The Reading Teacher and The SAGE Encyclopedia of Contemporary Early Childhood Education.In 2019, Dr. Kenny established Unleashed Innovation, Inc., an educational consulting firm dedicated to innovative, science-based literacy instruction. In her role as President and literacy consultant, Dr. Kenny has led curriculum development projects, created innovative instructional resources, and designed and delivered hundreds of professional development seminars, including keynote addresses for the Bureau of Education and Research. She strongly believes that everyone has the right to read and, as a member of the FSW faculty, her goal is to inspire and empower new teachers to teach reading right, right from the start. Dr. Rita MenendezDr. Rita Maria Menéndez is a TESOL educator, researcher, and program evaluator with extensive experience in higher education and K–12 settings. She holds a Ph.D. in TESOL/Research from the University of Miami, an M.S. in Bilingual Elementary Education from Hunter College, and a B.S. in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from Florida International University. Her teaching and research focus on multilingual learners, bilingual and ESOL education, just in time responsive instruction, assessment, and positive student outcomes. Dr. Menéndez has taught at several universities and has extensive experience evaluating federally funded educational initiatives. She is biliterate in English and Spanish and is committed to preparing educators to create caring and effective learning environments for students that are acquiring a new language and academic content simultaneously.Dr. Terri RatiniDr. Terri Ratini is a Professor of Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. She began her teaching career in 1992 in Chicago and has taught mathematics, reading, science, and social studies in a variety of public and private settings. She completed her doctorate at Florida Gulf Coast University where her research and dissertation focused on discourse in the elementary mathematics classroom. She holds a Master’s of Education from DePaul University, a Bachelor of Arts from Loyola Marymount University and earned National Board Certification as a middle childhood generalist. She assisted the National Center for Technological Literacy in developing a STEM curriculum and served as a national field site teacher for the Museum of Science and Industry in Boston. Dr. Ratini has published articles in The American Journal of Qualitative Research and The Journal of Curriculum Theorizing.Dr. Joyce RollinsDr. Joyce Rollins has been a professor of Elementary Education at Florida SouthWestern State College since January, 2009. Dr. Rollins completed her doctorate in education in July 2016 where her research and dissertation centered on mathematics anxiety in elementary education teacher candidates. Her master's degree, from George Mason University was in Transformational Education. There, she also received the Teaching and Learning Award in 2000. Prior to coming to FSW, Dr. Rollins taught with renowned scholars in the Initiatives in Educational Transformation program at GMU for seven years. Dr. Rollins coauthored the article, "Singing in my own voice: teachers' journey toward self-knowledge" published in the July 2008 edition of the Journal of Transformative Education. Dr. Rollins spent twenty years teaching elementary school in Arlington, VA where she received multiple honors including Teacher of the Year and Math Educator of the Year; she was also nominated for the Disney American Teacher Award. After teaching elementary school for twenty years, Dr. Rollins was the Vice President of Bell School Network where she traveled nation-wide providing educational support to K-12 schools. Since joining FSW in 2008 she has received the NISOD award for excellence and the School of Education's Outstanding Educator Award. In addition to teaching ELED program oversight, Dr. Rollins is the co-advisor to KDE. Dr. Rollins was hired by FSW when the baccalaureate degrees in education were just developing and is proud to have been a part of the success not only of the School of Education but of all the graduates that are now improving the education in southwest Florida.Dr. Kelly Ross Dr. Kelly Ross Kantz Roy joined the faculty at Florida SouthWestern State College as Professor and Coordinator of Early Childhood Education in fall 2016. She began her professional experience in Western New York more than 35 years ago teaching preschool and providing early intervention and family support services for children with developmental challenges. Dr. Ross holds a Ph. D. in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood Special Education from Iowa State University. She completed her multi-disciplinary Master of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees at Buffalo State College and the University at Buffalo respectively. Dr. Ross has managed both private and public inclusive educational services in such varied locations as eastern North Carolina, the Commonwealth of Dominica, and Paris, France. She has been a professor of Early Childhood Education at Danville (Va.) Community College, the University of the (US) Virgin Islands, Hood College, and the University at Buffalo. Dr. Ross has presented at numerous regional, national, and international conferences. She has garnered more than $3,000,000 in grant funds for various projects throughout her career. Her scholarly interests lie in the study of outdoor environments and their impact on self-determination and learning for young children.Dr. Angela ValutaDr. Angela Valuta is Professor of Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. She began her teaching career in 1987 in Romania, where she taught for 12 years before moving to the United States. After she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Edison (Florida SouthWestern) State College, she taught for 10 years at the elementary and middle school level, being recognized as a High Impact Teacher by the Florida Department of Education and a recipient of the Florida Best and Brightest scholarship. Dr. Valuta holds a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from the American College of Education, and a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in effective classroom management from the same institution. Her research focused on the experiences of novice second-career teachers. Pursuing her desire to provide mentorship and support to teachers, she worked for 4 years as a curriculum resource teacher and instructional coach, providing professional development, training, and coaching to K-8 educators at different stages of their professional careers. Dr. Valuta also served for 3 years as an adjunct professor in the School of Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. She is excited to be part of the FSW family and committed to inspiring and empowering her students and future educators to become reflective practitioners and lifelong learners. Abby ZylstraAbby Zylstra is Professor of Early Childhood Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. She is an early childhood educator and higher education professional with a career centered on supporting young children and their families. She earned her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education from Minnesota State University Moorhead in Moorhead, Minnesota. After several years teaching preschool in a collaborative Head Start and special education classroom, Professor Zylstra pursued a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of North Dakota.Professor Zylstra later transitioned from classroom-based teaching to a family-focused model of education through Minnesota’s Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program. This experience deepened her passion for working not only with children, but also with the adults and families who play such an important role in their development and learning. She went on to earn a second master’s degree from the University of Minnesota in Parent and Family Education.Most recently, Professor Zylstra served as an early childhood program manager before transitioning into higher education, a longtime professional goal. Her work continues to be grounded in the belief that children learn best when their whole family feels supported, valued, and connected to their education.Professor Zylstra’s professional focus is on family-centered education and creating meaningful partnerships between educators and families. She believes that supporting the whole family creates stronger opportunities for children to learn, grow, and thrive.StaffDr. Anne Angstrom, Associate DeanDr. Anne Angstrom began her teaching career in 1992 in Kentucky, where she taught middle and high school reading, Spanish, English, and speech and drama. She holds a Ph.D. in English Language Arts Education from Auburn University, a Master of Arts degree in Secondary School Counseling from Western Kentucky University, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary English and Spanish Education from the University of Kentucky. Her honors include High School Teacher of the Year (Glasgow Independent Schools, 1996); Paul W. Scheid Memorial English Education Award (Auburn University, 1998); Albert Hamilton Collins and Presidential Graduate Fellow (Auburn University, 1998-2000); and Outstanding Graduate Student (Department of Curriculum and Teaching, Auburn University, 2001). She has been a professor of English at Western Kentucky University and at Florida SouthWestern State College before joining the School of Education in 2012. She is a 2021 recipient of the NISOD Award for Service to College and Community. While Dr. Angstrom serves as the associate dean in the School of Education, she teaches a variety of courses in the School of Education and is passionate about supporting the professional growth and development of teachers at all levels. Dr. Sherry Blanset Dr. Sherry Blanset is the Placement Coordinator for the School of Education. She is a life-long resident of LaBelle, Florida where she graduated from LaBelle High School. After high school, she started a family before earning her Associate in Arts (2011) and Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (2013) from Edison State College. She enjoyed teaching in both Lee and Hendry County Schools, where she taught 3rd and 5th grades and K-5 as an art and music teacher. Throughout her career, Ms. Blanset has advocated for both teachers and students of underserved populations and communities through speaking engagements at the Federal Department of Education and the Florida Senate. She earned her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instructions at the University of Florida where she was awarded the highly competitive Dassler Transformational Leader Award in Education (2020, 2021), the Evelyn Weitzel Excellence in Educational Advocacy Award (2019, 2020), and named an Outstanding Graduate Student (2019, 2020, 2021). She earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a Major in Educational Law and Policy from the University of Florida. Sherry remains passionate about supporting educators and students, and is very excited to be a part of the School of Education at Florida SouthWestern State College.Kathie DiLascioKathie DiLascio is the Coordinator of Operations in the School of Education. She earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Supervision and Management from Florida SouthWestern State College and an Associate in Arts degree from Edison State College. Kathie has worked in post-secondary education since 2002 holding positions in the School of Health Professions and the Office of the Registrar as well as supporting Senior Administration at FSW before coming to work in the School of Education. She is a member of the Association of Florida Colleges, Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Kathie has been nominated for the FSW Staff of the Year Award, an award that recognizes outstanding public service, mentorship, and dedication to student success.David KoehlerDavid Koehler is the Recruiting and Advising Specialist in the School of Education at Florida SouthWestern State College. He began his teaching career in Oxford House, MB (Canada) over 18 years ago. He has earned a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Florida Gulf Coast University and a Bachelor of Education degree in Elementary Education with concentrations in English and Geography from the University of Winnipeg. During the past 18 years, he has taught elementary, middle, and high school students in a variety of private and public school settings. As the Academic Success Director at Southwest Florida College, he managed tutoring services and instituted new initiatives to improve student retention and student success. He was also awarded the Educator of the Year award in 2007 and the President's Award in 2012. Jennese Morauski Jennese Morauski is the principal of FSW Collegiate High School - Lee. Originally from Ohio but a proud longtime Florida resident, Principal Morauski has dedicated her life to serving the students and families of Lee County. After raising three children through the Lee County School District and spending 27 years working in local education, she brings a deep understanding of what students need to thrive.Principal Morauski earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from the University of South Florida (Go Bulls!) and went on to complete a master’s degree in School Counseling and in Educational Leadership from Florida Gulf Coast University. She began her career as a coordinator for adult education, partnering with community organizations and the criminal justice system. That work sparked her passion for early intervention and inspired her transition to support younger learners.For the past 20 years, Principal Morauski has served in a variety of leadership roles across both middle and high school settings, always with a focus on empowering students, supporting teachers, and building strong school communities. Her experience, paired with her commitment to student success, guides her leadership as principal of FSW Collegiate High School - Lee.With a heart for service and a belief in the potential of every student, Principal Morauski is honored to lead and to help shape the next generation of scholars and leaders.Michelle WierMichelle Wier joined our FSWC Collegiate High School - Charlotte campus faculty as Principal in the 2018-19 school year. She has been an educator and instructional leader for the past twenty-seven years serving most of those years in Charlotte County, Florida. She is originally from Columbus, Ohio where she completed her Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University and began teaching Marketing Education in Hamilton, Ohio. She married and moved to Florida in 1993 and began teaching middle school students in the areas of varying exceptionalities and at-risk cohorts. She moved back to the high school level teaching Diversified Career Technology and Business Management classes at Charlotte High School for a decade and then moved into the role of Dean. She earned her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership in 2007 from Florida Gulf Coast University and joined the Student Services team at Charlotte Technical College. She became an Assistant Principal at Lemon Bay High School in 2012 where she oversaw student services, activities, facilities, and discipline until she joined the faculty at FSWC. She is excited to bring her vast educational and administrative experiences to FSWC - Charlotte and become a Buccaneer!

Dr. Jeff Allbritten Nominated for 2026 SWFL Citizen of the Year

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. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improving the quality of life across Southwest Florida and advancing the economic vitality and overall well-being of the community. Dr. Allbritten’s leadership at FSW has been marked by a strong focus on student success, workforce development and meaningful partnerships that support regional growth.“Together with our community partners, we are focused on creating pathways to opportunity, supporting workforce needs and helping Southwest Florida thrive,” Allbritten said. “Student success and community strength are deeply connected, and we’re proud that so many of our graduates remain in Southwest Florida, contributing their talents to the continued growth and vitality of the region. I’m grateful to be part of that shared mission.” The recipient of the 2026 SWFL Citizen of the Year award will be announced Tuesday, May 12. SWFL Inc., the region’s only Five-Star Accredited Chamber of Commerce, serves businesses across Lee, Collier and Charlotte counties. About Florida SouthWestern State College Florida SouthWestern State College serves nearly 20,000 students in Southwest Florida and around the world, offering a career-focused affordable pathway to higher education. With campuses in Fort Myers, Naples, and Punta Gorda, a center in LaBelle, and FSW Online, students are provided a broad range of academic opportunities. These include 29 associate degrees and six bachelor’s degree programs in high-demand fields such as nursing, education, technology, and public safety, as well as workforce certifications, continuing education, and study abroad experiences. Committed to student success and workforce readiness, FSW fosters a dynamic campus environment that prepares graduates to thrive both locally and globally.

FSW Celebrates National Nurses Day with ACEN Accreditation for School of Nursing

Left: Dr. Susan Holland discusses ACEN accreditation with Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas during FSW’s commencement ceremony. Top: Dr. Allbritten meets the graduating class of nurses at the April 2026 Nurse Pinning Ceremony.FORT MYERS, Fla. - MAY 6, 2026 - On National Nurses Day, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) proudly announces that its School of Nursing has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), a distinguished recognition of the quality and excellence of its nursing programs.The announcement was shared by Dr. Susan Holland, dean of the School of Nursing, during last week’s commencement ceremony, where FSW celebrated the achievements of its newest graduates alongside Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas.“I extend my sincere congratulations to everyone in the School of Nursing, and especially to Dr. Holland for her leadership in achieving this honor,” said FSW President Jeffrey Allbritten. “Your work continues to elevate FSW and strengthen healthcare across our region and beyond.”The ACEN accreditation affirms the School of Nursing’s commitment to maintaining high academic and professional standards while preparing students for successful careers in healthcare. It also reflects the dedication of faculty and staff who work to ensure students receive a comprehensive and rigorous education.“This distinction reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff and underscores our commitment to preparing highly skilled, compassionate nurses who are ready to serve our community and meet the growing demands of healthcare,” noted Allbritten.With this accreditation, FSW’s School of Nursing further strengthens its role in addressing the critical need for qualified nursing professionals in Florida and beyond.Learn more about our nursing programs: School of NursingAssociate of Science in NursingBachelor of Science in Nursing

FSW Online - Elearning

Details Email: eLearning@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 432-6782 Extension: 16782 Fax: (239) 433-8000 Fax Extension: Website: https://www.fsw.edu/online Location: Lee G-100 Office Hours: Faculty and Staff Name Title Phone # Ext. Email Rozalind Jester Asst. Vice President, Strategic Innovation & Online Learning (239) 489-9428 11428 Email Daulta Niles Instructional Designer II (PT-25hr) (941) 833-5316 55316 Email Heather Olson Dir., Online Teaching & Learning Experience (239) 433-8034 11634 Email Laura Osgood Dir., Learning Technologies (239) 489-9084 11084 Email Jillian Patch Instructional Designer III, Quality Assurance (239) 985-8349 11849 Email Nancy Schumacher Instructional Designer III (239) 477-3591 14091 Email Brenda Shave Online Student Success Coach (239) 489-9253 11253 Email Teri Wright Instructional Designer III (239) 489-9338 11338 Email

Herpeton Conference Schedule

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General Counsel, Office of

Details Email: generalcounsel@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 489-9295 Extension: 11295 Fax: Fax Extension: Website: https://www.fsw.edu/generalcounsel Location: Lee I-226 Office Hours: 8:30-4:30 Monday-Friday Faculty and Staff Name Title Phone # Ext. Email Joe Coleman General Counsel (239) 489-9010 11010 Email Lacey Hofmeyer Vice President, Public Policy & General Counsel (239) 489-9312 11312 Email

Grants & Development

Details Email: aforbes@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 489-9227 Extension: 11227 Fax: (239) 489-9399 Fax Extension: Website: https://www.fsw.edu/grants Location: Lee I-213 Office Hours:

6Hx6:1.05 Florida SouthWestern State College Financing Corporations

Return to List Notice of Proposed Rule Development The District Board of Trustees, Florida SouthWestern State College announces that rule development is taking place as follows: Subject: 6Hx6:1.05 Florida SouthWestern State College Financing Corporations Purpose: Update Policy with the new College name and review to ensure it aligns with the desired functions of the Direct Support Organization. Legal authority: Florida Statutes 1001.64; 1004.70 A copy of the preliminary drafts may be obtained by contacting the Office of General Counsel, Valerie Miller, vmiller@fsw.edu, 239-432-5235, Florida SouthWestern State College, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers, Florida 33919-5566

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Hendry/Glades Curtis Center

Details Email: Phone: (863) 674-0408 Extension: 66000 Fax: (863) 675-7377 Fax Extension: Website: https://www.fsw.edu/hendryglades Location: Hendry/Glades A112 Office Hours: Faculty and Staff Name Title Phone # Ext. Email Joseph Leahy Maintenance Spec. I (863) 674-6022 66022 Email Cara Minardi Power Professor, English (239) 489-9480 11480 Email Bharatkumar Patel Professor, Mathematics (863) 674-6002 66002 Email

President Allbritten Celebrates Allied Health Excellence at FSW

Top: Florida SouthWestern State College Radiologic Technology students showcase new imaging equipment unveiled during a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony.Bottom Left: An FSW Radiologic Technology student practices positioning imaging equipment under the guidance of a faculty member in the program’s newly updated clinical training lab.Bottom Right: FSW Respiratory Care students celebrate the program’s receipt of the CoARC Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award for the 12th consecutive year. As Florida SouthWestern State College prepares to welcome students for the fall semester, President Jeff Allbritten is celebrating two outstanding accomplishments that underscore the excellence of the college's School of Allied Health. "As Southwest Florida continues to grow, the need for highly trained healthcare professionals has never been greater," said FSW President Jeff Allbritten. "These accomplishments demonstrate our commitment to preparing graduates who are ready to make an immediate difference in our hospitals and clinics."FSW's most recent Radiologic Technology graduating class achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination. "We are incredibly proud of our graduates and their academic excellence," said Cassie Billian, associate dean of the School of Allied Health. "Their performance demonstrates the strength of our Radiologic Technology program and their readiness to enter the profession as highly qualified healthcare practitioners."Adding to the School of Allied Health's success, FSW's Respiratory Care program has been recognized by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), earning the Distinguished Registered Respiratory Therapist Credentialing Success Award for the 12th consecutive year. The program was also recognized as a Program of Excellence during the 2026 Bradley A. Leidich Awards Ceremony."Receiving the Distinguished RRT Award for the 12th consecutive year, alongside being recognized as a Program of Excellence, is a remarkable achievement for our Respiratory Care program," said Dr. Mary Cathrine Faust, dean of the School of Allied Health. "This recognition at the 2026 Bradley A. Leidich Awards Ceremony highlights FSW's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and reflects the hard work of our faculty, staff, and students in maintaining the highest standards of clinical education."Together, these accomplishments reflect FSW's commitment to preparing highly skilled healthcare professionals through exceptional instruction, hands-on clinical experiences and strong partnerships throughout Southwest Florida.

Honors Scholar Program

Details Email: brandon.jett@fsw.edu Phone: (863) 674-6043 Extension: Fax: Fax Extension: Website: https://www.fsw.edu/honors Location: Lee J-324 Office Hours: Faculty and Staff Name Title Phone # Ext. Email Courtney Daniels Coord., AA - Academic Enhancement, Curriculum, Honors & Research (239) 433-6993 16993 Email Jordan Donini Professor, Biology (239) 732-3700 33745 Email Katharine O'Connor Dir., Cross-Curricular Innovation and Honors (239) 432-6768 16768 Email