FGCU Facts
FGCU’s mascot proudly soars under this name.
Azul the Eagle
You’ll find Einstein’s Bagels, and Chick-fil-A inside this campus hotspot.
Cohen Student Union
FGCU became nationally known when its basketball team earned this nickname during the 2013 NCAA Tournament.
Dunk City
This massive shopping plaza next to campus is where FGCU students have many Target runs.
Gulf Coast Town Center
The student organization for Computer Science and Software Engineering majors.
Computer Science & Software Engineering Club (CSSEC)
This is the official FGCU slogan — you’ll see it on shirts, banners, and every Instagram caption.
"Wings Up"
Students can rent kayaks and paddleboards for free at this campus location.
The Waterfront (North Lake)
The FGCU men’s basketball team made it to this round during their famous 2013 March Madness run.
The Sweet 16
This nearby beach was damaged by Hurricane Ian but remains a Southwest Florida favorite.
Fort Myers Beach
FGCU’s largest hackathon, hosted by CSSEC, is called this.
EagleHacks
FGCU’s school colors are this tropical combination.
Blue and Green
This FGCU dining location is famous for “All You Can Eat” meal swipes.
SoVi Dining
The first FGCU president, who helped open the university, was this person.
Dr. Roy E. McTarnaghan
This major sports team plays spring training games at JetBlue Park
The Boston Red Sox
Students studying marine science often attend classes inside this building.
The Water School
FGCU opened its doors in this year, making it one of Florida’s youngest public universities.
1997
FGCU students often spot these reptiles sunbathing near the boardwalks.
Alligators
FGCU officially became Florida’s ___ public university when it opened.
10th
This nearby island is known for its pastel cottages and seashell-covered beaches.
Sanibel Island
This yearly event lets FGCU clubs showcase their organizations and recruit new members.
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This office handles career fairs, internship help, and résumé workshops for students.
Career Development Services
This office plans concerts, giveaways, and events like Casino Night and Eagle Fest.
Programming Board
The first academic college established at FGCU.
The College of Arts & Sciences
This world-famous inventor’s winter estate is now a museum near downtown Fort Myers.
Thomas Edison or Edison Ford
The FGCU tennis courts are located next to this facility.
Alico Arena