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The pool at LightHouse Commons is our newest on campus amenity on the Thomas Edison Campus and is open to all students! Our resort style pool is almost like three pools in one with a zero-depth entry, swim lanes, and areas designed for fun and relaxation. There is also a large deck area for sun bathing (and studying), a water volleyball court, as well as future space for grilling.LightHouse Commons Pool LocationThe LightHouse Commons pool is located right next to the on-campus residence hall.Who can use the LightHouse Commons Pool?While LightHouse Commons is only open to residents of the residence hall, all FSW students are welcome to use the LightHouse Commons pool! Please make sure that when coming to use the pool that you have your FSW BUC Card with you at all times.If I do not live at LightHouse Commons where can I park to use the pool?Please park behind LightHouse Commons and not in the staff parking lots in the front of the residence hall. There is parking spaces available near the pool.Pool Rules:Swim at Your Own Risk (No Lifeguard on Duty)Pool Hours: Dawn to DuskBathing Load: 50 Persons at a Time.Shower Before Entering Pool.No Swimmer May Use Pool Alone.NO DIVING, Running, or Horseplay.No Food or Beverage (including alcohol and glass) Allowed in Pool or on Pool Wet Deck AreaUnless offered at a College provided/endorsed special event at the pool.No animals in pool or, except for service animals, on pool deck.Proper swimwear required.Persons with infections conditions such as colds, open sores, or eye infections, shall not be permitted in the pool. No bandages or adhesive tape on body.Do Not Swallow Pool Water; It Is Recirculated.Weather/Operating Procedures:Lightning/Severe Weather: Pool will be cleared when lightning and/or severe weather is detected within a 10-mile radius of the pool. The pool will reopen 30 minutes after the last bolt of lightning is detected and/or severe weather has passed out of the area.Pool can be closed at any time as deemed necessary by the College (i.e. holiday breaks, storms, maintenance, special events, etc.).

FSW Student Code of Conduct Violations

When Faculty or Staff Members Witness any act or behavior by a Student which tends to interfere with or otherwise disrupts the orderly conduct process, function, and/or interests of the College and determines the act or behavior is possibly a Violation of the FSW Student Code of Conduct then it should be reported to the Office of Community Standards. The faculty or staff member will then complete an Information and Incident Reporting Form within 5 business days.Please be advised that Reporting Persons and Witnesses are listed in the report. Anonymous reports will be accepted, but may not be investigated. Thank you for your assistance in advance!File a Conduct ReportFSW Student Code of ConductFor more information on FSW Student Code of Conduct Violations please review the Student Code of Conduct Section of the Catalog in the College Operating Procedures Tab.

Future Ready: Teen Camp @ FSW

Explore Careers. Build Confidence. Discover Your Future.This summer, give your teen the opportunity to dream big and get Future Ready at Florida SouthWestern State College! Our Future Ready: Teen Camp is a dynamic and hands-on program designed for high school students to explore exciting career pathways, develop real-world skills, and gain confidence for life beyond high school.What is Future Ready: Teen Camp?Future Ready is more than just a summer camp—it's a launchpad for your teen’s future. Through engaging workshops, guest speakers, interactive labs, and fun team projects, students will dive into a variety of high-demand careers including:Health SciencesBusiness & EntrepreneurshipTechnology & CodingDebate & CommunicationsSAT Prep & College ApplicationsAnd More!Students will get insider knowledge, hands-on experience, and guidance from professionals in the field—plus, they’ll walk away with a clearer idea of where their passions lie and build their resume while doing it!Camp Schedule Lee Campus July 13-17All day, (9-4): CEO Academy: Launching Your Entrepreneurial IdeaAll day, (9-4): Science: Forensic Investigation & Crime ScienceMorning, (9-12): Technology: AI & Emerging TechnologiesMorning, (9-12): Communication: Social Media Strategy & Personal BrandingAfternoon, (1-4): Digital Arts: Video Game Design & Interactive MediaJuly 20-24Morning, (9-12) Technology: Drones, Data, & Aerial TechnologyMorning, (9-12) Communication: Communications & Professional PresenceAfternoon, (1-4) Science: Bioinformatics & DNA TechnologyAfternoon, (1-4) Athletics: Sports Management & Business of AthleticsJuly 27-31Morning, (9-12) College: SAT Strategy & PreparationMorning, (9-12) Science: Water Quality & Aquatic Ecosystem ScienceAfternoon, (1-4) College: College Applications & Admissions StrategyAfternoon, (1-4) Healthcare: Healthcare Careers & Patient Pathways Charlotte CampusJuly 20-24All day, (9-4) Science: Forensic Investigation & Crime ScienceMorning, (9-12) College: SAT Strategy & PreparationAfternoon, (1-4) Business: Launching Your Entrepreneurial Idea Collier CampusJuly 27-31Morning, (9-12) Business: Launching Your Entrepreneurial IdeaMorning, (9-12) Research: Wildlife Research & Monitoring TechniquesAfternoon, (1-4) Leadership: Psychology of SuccessAfternoon, (1-4) College: College Applications & Admission StrategyWe understand every family has unique summer plans, so we’re offering two flexible scheduling options:Full-Day Option (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM): Perfect for students who want the full Future Ready experience! Includes a lunch break and access to all tracks and afternoon career labs.Half-Day Option (9:00 AM – 12:00 and 1:00-4:00 PM): A great fit for those with additional commitments. Students will explore sessions focused on career exploration and foundational skills.Ready to Register?Spots are limited—and they fill up fast!Lee Campus Registration Charlotte Campus Registration Collier Campus Registration Scholarships & Financial SupportWe believe every student should have the chance to be "Future Ready," regardless of financial circumstances. Through the generous support of our community partners, we are offering a limited number of scholarships that can cover partial or full tuition. Our goal is to ensure that every motivated student has a seat at the table.Contact us at Community.Education@fsw.edu or 239-489-9105.

Training On Demand (TOD)

Training on Demand resources provide faculty and staff with instant access to training videos, support articles, and step-by-step guides. These are not facilitated sessions or courses. For instructor-led training sessions visit the TLC training calendar. FSW On-Demand Resources OIT Technology Support Center DIY Canvas Courses Elearning “EdTech Toolkits" FSW Technology Support CenterAccess a large number of FSW specific guides, forms, support articles and other resources on the Office of Information Technology (OIT) helpdesk website: Technology Support Center. You can search for articles in the Knowledge Base or request more help via the Service Catalog. Be sure to “Sign In” for full FSW faculty and staff access and search for key terms like Zoom, attendance, accessibility, grades, or the topic you need help with. Learn how to download Microsoft Office, get started with Canvas, request access to software like Adobe Creative Suite, or find guides on how to complete attendance verification, create accessible course materials and more.Watch this video introduction for a tour of the Technology Support Center:DIY Canvas CoursesInstructor Information StationThis a one-stop-shop for faculty to access instructions for completing tasks like attendance verification, using the early alert system, entering final grades, and other common tasks. Log in to Canvas and click on “Faculty Resources” in the main navigation menu to access the Instructor Information Station.Assessment 101This self-paced online academic assessment workshop is supported by FSW’s Team AASPIRE and Learning Assessment Committee. It will help to answer why and how we assess students and programs at FSW. Self-enroll in Academic Assessment 101Elearning EdTech ToolkitsFSW Online has an Ed Tech Toolkit series to support faculty use of common educational technology platforms used at FSW, like Kaltura, Honorlock, Kahoot, Harmonize, and more. Each toolkit contains helpful resources to get you started. Log in to Canvas and click on “Faculty Resources” in the main navigation menu to see the full list of toolkits.

Welcome to the Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence

The Florida SouthWestern State College The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) provides professional development programs, services, and resources to all faculty and staff at Florida SouthWestern State College in support of the College’s Mission.Dr. Martin Tawil - Assistant Vice President Phone: 239-489-9337 ext.11337 Location: Lee Q-219 Brittany Prescott - CoordinatorPhone: 239-489-9274 ext.19390 Location: Lee Q-218Contact the CTLECTLE LocationLee Campus CTLE: Building Q-223 Follow Us On Instagram @FSWTLC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FSW Alerts?FSW Alerts is the official emergency notification system used to communicate with students and employees during campus emergencies. FSW Alerts is a licensed service we pay for to offer the quickest and most reliable communications possible. This system is used only during campus emergencies that pose a safety concern for the community.Who may use the FSW Alerts system?Our FSW Alerts system is only intended for Florida SouthWestern State College employees and students.What types of messages are considered emergency messages?Emergencies are considered any event that poses a safety risk to the campus community. For example, the most common use of FSW Alerts will be to communicate when a specific college campus is under an emergency weather warning. Other types of emergencies may include unexpected occurrences such as police activity or power outages, or any unexpected event that poses danger or puts your safety at risk such as an active shooter threat.How will I identify incoming messages from the FSW Alerts system?Text messagesText messages sent from FSW Alerts are sent using something called short codes. When you receive a text via a short code, you’ll receive a message from either 67283 or 226787. We strongly encourage you to save this number in your phone address book after you receive your first message. This way, in future emergencies, the message will be more recognizable as an official communication from the college. If your carrier or phone does not support short code messaging, messages you receive will appear to come from FSWAlerts@getrave.com.Email messagesEmail messages sent from FSW Alerts will be sent from the email address FSWAlerts@getrave.com. Please be sure this email address is not blacklisted or blocked by your email providers.How do I prevent alerts from being delivered to junk mail?Email messages sent from FSW Alerts will be sent from the email address: FSWAlerts@getrave.com. After you configure your alerts the first time, check your email software and make sure this email address is an approved email you wish to receive.How do I subscribe?All students and employees are automatically subscribed to the FSW Alerts system.How do I unsubscribe?You cannot opt out of emergency messages delivered to your FSW-issued email address; however, you can unsubscribe your phone and email addresses by logging into the system and deleting these subscriptions. You may also stop messages directly through your phone by texting the word STOP to 67283.How do I stop receiving messages?If you have never attended Florida SouthWestern State College before and have received an emergency alert from our system, it’s likely that your phone number was previously used by someone affiliated with FSW who used this system. You may opt out of receiving these text messages by texting the word STOP to 67283. These instructions should also be included in the text of every message you receive.Will I get SPAM or advertisements?No, never. We respect your privacy and you will never receive anything except for official FSW emergency communications.I’m a parent of a FSW student. May I subscribe to FSW Alerts?No, you can’t subscribe directly, however your student has the option to include additional contact numbers and email addresses in their account. You can ask your student to add your contact information to their account on your behalf.Is there a charge for the service?The FSW Alerts system will not charge you in any way. However, you are responsible for paying all messaging charges associated with your wireless carrier plan.What mobile phone carriers are supported?FSW Alerts supports all U.S. mobile carriers.What if my cell phone number or provider changes?If you change your mobile number, please log in to the Portal system and update your contact details. If you’ve changed providers, but your number hasn’t changed, you may want to update your carrier information in your subscription settings as well.This step is not required—it will eventually be updated by the mobile carrier in FSW Alerts, but this update may take a few weeks to reflect in the system. To ensure you do not miss any emergency messages, you may also simply log in to the system and update your carrier information in your settings directly.

Campus Tours

Let Us Show You Around!Located in sunny Southwest Florida, just minutes from white sandy beaches, we think you'll love all that Florida SouthWestern State College has to offer. With campuses in Fort Myers, Naples, Punta Gorda and a center in LaBelle, you’ll see why over 19,000 students choose Florida SouthWestern State College each year! There are several ways to become better acquainted with FSW, select one of the options below to start exploring.Admissions ToursJoin a regular campus tour or request a special group tour at one of our locations. There are a limited number of tours available and you may register online by choosing the desired campus below or make an appointment as follows.Thomas Edison (Lee) CampusRegular Campus Tour Join us for a walking tour of campus where you'll learn about FSW, our programs, and campus life. During the tour you will get to view our student and support services, on-campus housing, library, Bucs Store, Dunkin Donuts, a variety of classroom buildings, and more! Charlotte Campus (Punta Gorda)Regular Campus Tour Join us for a walking tour of campus where you'll learn about FSW, our programs, and campus life. During the tour you will get an up-close view of the library, Bucs Store, the Moore Observatory, a variety of classroom buildings, and more!Collier Campus (Naples)Regular Campus TourJoin us for a walking tour of campus where you'll learn about FSW, our programs, and campus life. During the tour, you will get an up-close view of the student-centered campus including the library, fitness trail, Bucs Store, a variety of classroom buildings, and more!Hendry-Glades Curtis Center (LaBelle)By Appointment Only Please contact the campus at (863) 674-6029Group Tour RequestsGuided tours are available for groups larger than 15. Please give as much notice as possible so we can plan a personalized tour for your group. Visit this link to submit a request form and an Admissions team member will contact you to discuss details and schedule your group. Self-Guided TourAll FSW campuses are open to the public for self-guided tours. We encourage prospective students and their families to visit at their own pace, discover our hidden gems, and experience our student-centered learning environments firsthand—all without the pressure of a formal schedule.Visiting the Lee Campus? If our regularly scheduled tour dates don’t fit your schedule, you can follow our Self-Guided Tour sheet to explore at your convenience. This handout is also available for pickup at our Lee Campus Admissions Office.

Welcome High School Counselors

We appreciate the hard work and dedication you provide to students during the college selection process. Here you will find information about all things FSW! Including admissions requirements, events, scholarships, contact information for your school's assigned Admissions Counselor, and additional resources. This is your place to find the most accurate information regarding Florida SouthWestern. We look forward to working with you, and all our Future Bucs! Admissions Requirements Residency Florida Residency for tuition purposes Scholarships One application for all FSW Scholarships Campus Tours Let us show you around! Affording College Financial Aid, Tuition, and TIP Newsletters Academic & Career Pathways Help your student with degree options and course selection Transfer Options After an Associate's Degree Accelerated Pathways Dual Enrollment, Early Admissions, and Collegiate HS 2023 School Counselor & Career Specialist WorkshopView PowerPoint Presentations Important DatesAcademic Calendars Admissions EventsEvents Calendar Helpful LinksAcademic SupportAdaptive ServicesCareer Resources

How to Check The Status of Your Application

IMPORTANT Visit our New Buccaneers page to check your status if you have already received your acceptance email. Check Your Application StatusEmails to update you on the status of your application are sent to the email address you used when you applied to FSW. Most emails will be sent by admissions@fsw.edu or an Admissions team member. Make sure to check all of your folders and mark FSW as a safe sender.Not receiving our emails or unsure of your status? Contact our Admissions team!Status Update Emails After You ApplyConfirmation & Next StepsImmediately after you submit your application and any applicable application fee, you will receive a confirmation email. This email will also include important next steps such as how to submit your high school transcript (note: this step doesn't apply to every student -- check your email for your tailored steps!)Student ID NumberYou will not be able to use your ID number to access the FSW Student Portal until you have been accepted. Dual enrollment applicants will receive their student ID # with their acceptance email.Once we have started processing your application (usually 1 - 2 business days after you apply), you will receive an email with your student ID number that you should use in any communications with the college to ask questions about your application. Students can also access their student ID number by logging in at apply.fsw.edu. The student ID number can be found in the top right corner of this application portal, under "My Account", labeled as Student ID (Buc ID). Please allow 1-2 days after applying for the ID number to appear.Congratulations, You're Accepted! Approximately 5 - 7 business days after we receive your high school transcript* (receiving your transcript, even if sent electronically, can take an additional 5 - 7 business days), you will get an email to let you know that you are now an FSW Buccaneer! *International, Dual Enrollment, and Bachelor's students have different requirements before being accepted. After you are accepted, you will continue to receive additional emails from departments across the college to both your personal email and your school email about your next steps in order to register for classes and get started. Check out our New Buccaneers page for the steps most students will need to take!Questions?Have more questions? Ask Admissions

Contact the Office of Admissions

Check Your Enrollment Steps!If you have received an email or text stating you are admitted, login here to see your next steps.We are here to help!Admissions includes the areas of new student recruitment and admissions, incoming high school transcripts and Florida residency for tuition purposes.Find Answers in Our FAQsBefore contacting admissions, please check our Frequently Asked Questions for answers about applying to FSW, requirements, deadlines, and more. Refer to the FAQs first for quick self-service. If you still have questions after checking the FAQs, our admissions team is happy to assist you further.How do I know if I have been admitted (accepted) to FSW?How do I find my Student ID (BUC ID) number?Have you received my high school transcripts?I've been admitted! What do I do next?Chat With UsOnce you click the "May I help you" window below, you will be directed to ViKi, your virtual kiosk! She can answer most questions, but if you want to live chat with an Admissions Team Member, just type "live chat" to be connected.Email UsSend us a message at admissions@fsw.edu, and we will be happy to assist you via email!Have an Admissions Team Member Call You!We value your time, so we have implemented a new callback system! Just join the line and an Admissions Team Member will call you during regular business hours.Visit In-PersonPlease feel free to come to your preferred FSW location to meet with a staff member.

About Florida SouthWestern State College

With the first students admitted to then Edison Junior College in the fall of 1962, the college continues to provide students with the opportunity to fulfill their professional goals. On July 1, 2014, the college was renamed Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW). The college offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Baccalaureate degrees, as well as various certificate programs. Please visit our Academics page to learn more about our programs.Lee County Campus, renamed the Thomas Edison Campus in 2014, has 24 permanent structures, including the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.The Collier County Campus opened in March of 1992. The beautiful campus, which includes four, state-of-the-art, energy- and environmentally-efficient buildings, is located on an 80-acre site near State Road 951 and Rattlesnake Hammock Road, in south Naples within Lely Resort. The Charlotte County Campus opened in 1997. Located on a wooded site on Airport Road in Punta Gorda, the campus features an observatory. FSW also provides services to students in Hendry and Glades counties on its Hendry/Glades Center located in LaBelle.Florida SouthWestern State College is governed by its District Board of Trustees composed of nine representatives from Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades and Lee counties. The members are appointed to four-year terms by the Governor of Florida.

Contact the Office of the Registrar

Regular Hours of OperationMONDAY | TUESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 4:30 PMWEDNESDAY8:30 AM - 4:30 PM4:30 PM - 6:00 PM (Live Chat and Phone)* Please see the Official Academic Calendar for FSW College Closed days. *Special Friday HoursTo accommodate departmental staff meetings, the Office of the Registrar will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following Fridays:Friday, February 7, 2025 Friday, March 7, 2025 Friday, April 4, 2025 Friday, June 6, 2025 Friday, July 11, 2025 Friday, September 5, 2025 Friday, October 3, 2025 Friday, November 7, 2025 Friday, December 5, 2025Chat With UsOnce you click the "May I help you?" window below, you will be directed to ViKi, your virtual kiosk! She can answer most questions, but if you want to live chat with a Registrar Team Member, just type "live chat" to be connected during our normal business hours.Office of the Registrar Call Back Don't wait on hold! Join our call back queue and receive a call when of our representatives is available to assist you. registrar@fsw.edugraduation@fsw.eduSend a message to one of the email addresses above and we will be happy to assist you! Please email from your Bucs account for requests related to your registration or official records. Fax OptionsWe have the ability to receive your fax transmissions at each of our locations, please use the appropriate fax number to send us documents.Charlotte Campus: (941) 637-3500Collier Campus: (239) 732-3131Lee Campus: (239) 489-9040Hendry/Glades Center: (863) 675-7377Visit In-PersonPlease feel free to come to your preferred FSW location to meet with a staff member.Lee Campus: Building S, Second FloorCollier Campus: Building MCharlotte Campus: Building JHendry/Glades: Building A

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