Faculty Spring Jam: A new FGCU tradition begins | | (37 seconds video.) Performance on the guzheng Chinese zither by Dr. Ju Chou and her accompanying guest. | | |
The first Faculty Spring Jam, hosted by Academic Affairs and Faculty Senate on April 4, was a great success, transforming the FGCU Boardwalk into a stage for our campus community’s hidden talents.
The Immokalee Road Band (IRB), with members comprised of FGCU Faculty, emceed the event, setting the perfect tone for an afternoon of creativity, music, and camaraderie.
| | Faculty members who answered the roll call displayed an impressive array of artistic abilities, from melodic performances on the guzheng (Chinese zither) by Dr. Ju Chou to delightful puppet performances by the Roots of Compassion and Kindness (ROCK) Center. | | |
The celebration gathered FGCU leaders, faculty, and staff, including President Aysegul Timur, Interim Provost Tony Barringer, Faculty Senate President Lyndsay Rhodes, and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff Eileen DeLuca.
Laughter, dancing, and good old-fashioned fun filled the venue as colleagues connected outside the classroom setting.
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Special recognition goes to organizers Andi Clemons, director of academic affairs, administration, and budget, and Dr. Lyndsay Rhodes, faculty senate president, trustee, professor, and M.S. Biology program coordinator, whose vision and planning made this special gathering possible.
For those who could not make it this year, stay tuned for the next academic year’s edition of the Faculty Jam. The success of this inaugural event hints at becoming a cherished FGCU tradition where our campus community can highlight their creative and musical talents while unwinding after wrapping up another productive academic year.
The event revealed the unique hidden talents of our colleagues, so we eagerly anticipate what next year’s Faculty Jam will bring!
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| Is Academic Affairs Weekly connecting you to the Eagle Community? (1 sec. click) | | | | Faculty Spotlight. Are you a FGCU faculty member who has achieved a recent milestone or an accolade? Email us: academicaffairs@fgcu.edu | | FGCU Digital Media Design presents Constellation of Creativity | | |
Step into a galaxy of innovation. Constellation of Creativity is a senior design project exhibition celebrating the bold ideas and boundary-breaking projects of FGCU’s Digital Media Design students. Experience a dynamic blend of design, technology, and storytelling across three immersive floors — each showcasing the next generation of digital visionaries.
Grand Opening Event:
📅April 21st
🕔 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
📍 Lucas Hall
Showcase Duration:
📅 April 21 – April 25
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Lucas Hall
Discover the future of digital media—one pixel at a time!
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2026 Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Proposals - Due June 2, 2025
Faculty interested in leading a study abroad program during Spring Break, Summer or Fall 2026 may request a proposal packet by e-mailing the Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@fgcu.edu.
Faculty proposing new programs or who have not previously led a program at FGCU should also schedule a meeting with Dr. Dechen Albero (dalbero@fgcu.edu) or Dr. Michael McDonald (mmcdonal@fgcu.edu) to discuss their plans.
Proposals and supporting documents are due via e-mail to studyabroad@fgcu.edu by June 2, 2025.
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Dendritic Summer Academy on AI and Data Science
Learn about the present and future of AI and Data Science at our Summer Academy. This innovative program combines trainings, workshops, and webinars to provide a flexible and thorough learning experience for both academic and industry participants.
2025 Registration Now Open!
Click below to view Calendar and register. Seats are limited. You can register for one or more activities.
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The Lucas Center for Faculty Development invites you to register for our Summer Programs!
For more information on each workshop/academy and to secure your spot, visit: www.fgcu.edu/lucascenter/programs#Academies
*All programs take place in the Lucas Center (LIB-221)*
Please note that programs may fill up prior to the indicated registration deadline!
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University Recreation & Wellness
April 2025
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EduBite Canvas
Modality: Teams
A Recipe for Engagement: Beyond Traditional Video Lectures with Kaltura
Give your course videos a dash of interactivity and a sprinkle of engagement! In this bite-sized 20-minute webinar, we’ll explore how Kaltura’s powerful advanced features can enhance your teaching:
Video Chapters – Help students digest content in easy bites
Video Quizzes – Add a pinch of active learning
Hotspots – Sweeten the experience with clickable elements
This session is offered on two different dates, but the content is the same—so you only need to attend once! Click the link to sign up and choose the time that fits your schedule.
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Bower School of Music & the Arts | |
The Wolves
TheatreLab, Arts Complex, FGCU Campus
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April 11, 12, 25 & 26 at 7:30 p.m. and April 13, 26 (with post-performance discussion) & 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $15 for the general public anD $7 for students | Available at fgcu.edu/theatrelab | Ph. 239-745-4268
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All faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited
Eagle X
A tradition of Celebrating Excellence
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Alico Arena
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Compassionate Caregivers Support Group at FGCU
Every other Wednesday at Merwin Hall, Room 120.
Upcoming: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Please RSVP at rock@fgcu.edu
| | Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) Announcements | | |
FGCU continues to use our negotiated Federal Rate Agreement
The indirect rates continue to be 43% for on-campus activities and 19% for off-campus activities. ORSP staff will work with faculty to ensure proper rates are applied.
Please reach out to ORSP if you have questions.
Animal Research Survey
The FGCU Task Force for United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulated research on birds and mammals is in the process of collecting information to guide the needs for animal research for FGCU faculty. A survey has been developed to assess the interests of faculty for animal research.
Please fill out the survey so that the task force can inform their recommendations with this much needed data. SURVEY LINK
| | Opportunities for Your Students | | |
Communication Lab Public Speaking Competition
April 15, 2025
4-6 pm
The Water School (AB9), Room 222
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Foundation Scholarships
Please encourage your students to apply for Foundation Scholarships for the 2025-2026 Academic Year! If questions arise regarding the application please reach out to esc@fgcu.edu
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Submission requests must be sent to academicaffairs@fgcu.edu by end of business on the Wednesday of the prior week. Submissions received after this deadline will not be shared until the following newsletter.
Please send attachments as either a .PNG or .JPEG file 250kb or less.
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| | Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and content expressed in these programs, events, and materials are those of the author(s)/presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views, positions, or endorsements of Florida Gulf Coast University's Academic Affairs Division. | | | | |
