Campus Conference Programs

The Navigators Disicplemaking Intensive (DMI) is an opportunity to grow like in your faith for 8 weeks this summer! Staff and students from across Florida will pull away for 2 weeks together to focus on our inward fruit as followers of Jesus. We will then be sent back home to focus on outward fruit—being on mission while staying connected in community.

The Florida College Learning Center Association (FCLCA) is an affiliate of the International College Learning Center Association (ICLCA), which connects professionals in who work in the higher education learning center spaces. FCLCA offers learning center staff at all levels the opportunity to build professional networks by working with colleagues throughout the state as well as the opportunity for professional development at a local level for all members of the Florida postsecondary learning center/student academic support community.

The primary objective of ICDE is to promote research and education in the field of applications of differential equations, especially mathematical biology, by bringing together established and beginning researchers, including advanced undergraduate and graduate students. The meeting provides a platform to exchange ideas and discuss recent developments in the field. ICDE particularly encourages the participation of beginning researchers, for whom the opportunities offered by regional professional conferences are important, especially those from traditionally under-represented groups. This meeting provides opportunities for all participants to present their own work in twenty minute contributed talks. The sessions are such that talks by established researchers are interspersed with talks by beginning researchers.

The conference aims to give young researchers a welcoming environment to share their scholarly work, including talks and posters, with colleagues and more experienced researchers. This setting ensures the seamless continuation of research in differential equations from one generation to the next and ensures the continued maintenance of a network of scholars in the field.

Eagle Swim Camps offer the most unique camping experience in the country. Eagle Swim Camps, on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University take place in beautiful Fort Myers, Florida. Campers will not only enjoy our state-of-the-art Olympic-sized pool, but also the beachfront at beautiful Lake Como, home of USA Swimming's Open Water National Championships. Eagle Swim Camps offer day and overnight options. Each camper will receive a free camp t-shirt, have all meals provided while on campus, as well as have a once in a life time experience interacting with Olympic medalists.

Eagle Swim Camps offer the most unique camping experience in the country. Eagle Swim Camps, on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University take place in beautiful Fort Myers, Florida. Campers will not only enjoy our state-of-the-art Olympic-sized pool, but also the beachfront at beautiful Lake Como, home of USA Swimming's Open Water National Championships. Eagle Swim Camps offer day and overnight options. Each camper will receive a free camp t-shirt, have all meals provided while on campus, as well as have a once in a life time experience interacting with Olympic medalists.

The Fundamentals of Workforce Readiness micro-credential is designed to prepare new professionals to be successful in the workplace environment. This includes a focus on topics such as leadership, empathy, compassion, etiquette, conflict, teamwork, and positive and effective communication in the workplace. Additionally, participants will focus on understanding these topics as it relates to their career pathway. This learning experience will take place in five in-person workshops from 9 AM to 12 PM with a break for lunch and then time to complete assessments in computer labs on the FGCU campus from 1 PM to 3 PM.

The Immokalee Foundation Entrepreneurship Summer Camp is composed to two separate camp groups. One group is designed for first-time campers to gain exposure to the entrepreneurial mindset and the other is for returning students to build leadership and startup validation skills.

• • 1.0 Entrepreneurial Mindset Camp 
    • This camp introduces budding entrepreneurs to key entrepreneurial mindsets and essential communication skills through interactive activities and practical exercises. 
  • 2.0 Launch & Leadership Camp  
    • Business Launch and Leadership Camp Designed for emerging entrepreneurs, this camp covers the essentials of launching a business and leadership, focusing on business planning, market analysis, and team management. 

We built Strive Hall Summer Camps at FGCU to gift the youth a full weekend where they have total access to the college experience. By providing the youth an opportunity to live outside of their normal circumstances, they will be more willing to take a leap towards higher education.

This program is designed to expose high school students, who are interested in a career in hospitality, to the various aspects of the industry and university life. Students will spend two nights in FGCU dorms and two night at a local hotel. During the day, students will participate in various educational activities. This will include visits to hospitality businesses and guest speakers from the SWFL market.

JROTC mission is to motivate young people to become better citizens. The STEM Program is designed to introduce students to Science and Technology to foster their interest in educational opportunities and careers after high school.

Students will have a week each of Engineering, Coding, Environmental Science and Forensics

Eagle Swim Camps offer the most unique camping experience in the country. Eagle Swim Camps, on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University take place in beautiful Fort Myers, Florida. Campers will not only enjoy our state-of-the-art Olympic-sized pool, but also the beachfront at beautiful Lake Como, home of USA Swimming's Open Water National Championships. Eagle Swim Camps offer day and overnight options. Each camper will receive a free camp t-shirt, have all meals provided while on campus, as well as have a once in a lifetime experience interacting with Olympic medalists.

Our Jr. Elite residential camp focuses mainly on the technical education and development of players age 10-13. Tactical ideas will be introduced as well. Our goal is to get young players to the next level as they prepare for all of their future successes in the game.

For more information about this camp, please visit their website.

Two-week residential camp, dedicated to improving our students' futures by increasing their exposure to opportunities in STEM careers and by improving their math skills. Camp includes Math instruction, Professional communication, Faculty-led STEM lessons with hands-on activities, Off campus field trips, Meeting professionals in STEM Fields, and a Group project.

This camp introduces campers to Marieb College and allows them to experience and participate in many different activities representative of:  health sciences, nursing, occupational therapy, exercise science, physical therapy, and  lab science.

This camp introduces rising 9^th and 10^th grade students attending summer programming through The Immokalee Foundation to careers in Education and Human Services such as Journalism, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Law Enforcement, Criminal Investigation, and Forensics. Students will interact with various FGCU faculty and students during the four weeks of the camp.

High school students will engage in various engineering and construction management planning projects.

EduCamp is an immersive and engaging experience for students who wish to know more about our teacher preparation programs, while participating in education-based activities that showcase the fundamentals of teaching. During their time at FGCU, students stay on campus to get a taste of the college experience. They students benefit from support and guidance provided by our College of Education faculty, staff, and FGCU students. All Campers get to participate in both recreational and academic activities.

This is a professional development program sponsored by the U.S. Government Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) and administered by IREX. “Leadership in Civic Engagement Institutes are tailored to Fellows who are civically engaged and serving the public through non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, or volunteerism. The Institute expose Fellows to civic engagement in the United States while building technical and leadership capacity in areas such as advocacy, strategic planning, organizational development, and the intersection of civil society with business and government.”

At the Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers Workshop for K-12 educators, participants will be immersed in the research-based practice of writing and facilitating engaging inquiry-based STEM activities focusing on the SW Florida environment.  Inquiry-based pedagogies have been shown to improve student engagement, comprehension, and retention. The workshop infuses technology into the week and incorporates field instruction.

The 2024 FGCU Summer Coding Academy aims to introduce programming to middle school students. The academy plans to teach computer coding to middle school students in an active, team-based, and interactive learning approach that is effective and fun. Our middle schooler coding camp is a four (4) day program that teaches programming using Python. Our students will also have the unique opportunity to interact with speakers from the Arthrex programming team who will share their experiences and challenges in current, cutting-edge technology involving computer programming.

For more information about this camp, please visit their website here.

Hands-on Activities: Campers will spend five days in the classroom, laboratory, and field learning about one of the most diverse and productive ecosystems in the world. Led by our staff of FGCU students, campers will conduct water quality testing, restore mangroves, identify beach erosion, and join the next generation of scientists!

Outdoor Excursions: Daily boat outings and beach trips are a mainstay of our program, allowing the campers to immerse themselves in nature while conducting fieldwork. Campers will have the opportunity to catch and identify fishes and other marine life, profile a beach for evidence of erosion, track currents and conduct water quality testing in various parts of Estero Bay, and be a part of many other scientific field experiences that help keep our ecosystems healthy!

This professional development for middle and high school educators will provide educators with the resources they will need to facilitate their students’ journey through a six-step process that ultimately leads to a student-led environmentally focused civic action project.

Students will work with the FGCU forensics team researching cases through the study of bones.

Outreach Programs participants from Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee counties will be attending the camp. These participants will be provided with the opportunity to live on campus for the week. They will develop skills through workshops, tours, and activities while exploring various careers and the majors tied to the career choices and which post-secondary school is the best fit. They will have interactions with professionals in different STEAM fields.  They will take off-campus field trips that will inform them of the preparation for careers both personally and educationally.

The NSTI program objectives are to:

• expose students to practicing professionals in transportation fields;
• improve students’ skills in mathematics;
• expose students to real-world math and its application in transportation fields; and
• provide camp participants with academic and technological enrichment to assist them in pursuing a career in the transportation industry.

Outreach Programs participants from Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee counties will be attending the camp. These participants will be provided with the opportunity to live on campus for the week. They will develop skills through workshops, tours, and activities while exploring various careers and the majors tied to the career choices and which post-secondary school is the best fit. They will have interactions with professionals in different STEAM fields.  They will take off-campus field trips that will inform them of the preparation for careers both personally and educationally.  

Next Level Student Conference is a four day long experience where you will deepen your faith, grow closer to God, and have fun with real friends! If you are an incoming 7th grade student up to a graduated senior, this conference was made for you.

For more information about this camp, please visit their website here.

At the Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers Workshop for K-12 educators, participants will be immersed in the research-based practice of writing and facilitating engaging inquiry-based STEM activities focusing on the SW Florida environment.  Inquiry-based pedagogies have been shown to improve student engagement, comprehension, and retention. The workshop infuses technology into the week and incorporates field instruction.

Hands-on Activities: Campers will spend five days in the classroom, laboratory, and field learning about one of the most diverse and productive ecosystems in the world. Led by our staff of FGCU students, campers will conduct water quality testing, restore mangroves, identify beach erosion, and join the next generation of scientists!

Outdoor Excursions: Daily boat outings and beach trips are a mainstay of our program, allowing the campers to immerse themselves in nature while conducting fieldwork. Campers will have the opportunity to catch and identify fishes and other marine life, profile a beach for evidence of erosion, track currents and conduct water quality testing in various parts of Estero Bay, and be a part of many other scientific field experiences that help keep our ecosystems healthy! 

The Frosh Mosh Multicultural and Leadership Development Institute is a semester-long experience. Students participate in a three-day immersive weekend during the summer that introduces them to social justice issues and leadership concepts through guided discussions and activities facilitated by peer mentors. Participants continue their growth and development throughout the Fall semester, becoming acclimated to life at FGCU while learning about opportunities and building community. During the summer component of the program, students will stay in Eagle Hall in South Village, enjoy meals in the South Village dining hall, and participate in a plethora of leadership development, team building, and social justice workshops and activities across campus.

This camp is tailored toward high school programs looking for an opportunity to train as a team in advance of their season.  There will be an emphasis on team systems and concepts while also incorporating individual skills training within the sessions.  With feedback from each team’s respective coaches (who are encouraged to attend) we will personalize the training focus to reflect the needs of each group.  The environment is fast paced, repetition intensive, and constructive.  Camp will conclude with tournament play. Note: Each individual signing up must be affiliated with a registered team.

For more information about this camp, please visit their website here.

Our Elite College Showcase residential camp is designed to improve the skill level and tactical understanding of players 14-18.  It also serves as an ID Camp for all of the Colleges and Universities represented at camp.  Practice sessions will be intense and very competitive to challenge at every level of the player’s ability. This camp is staffed by FGCU Coaches, NCAA Division I/II/III Coaches as well as NAIA Coaches and ODP Coaches!

For more information about this camp, please visit their website.

The summer camp is to teach high school students the essentials of entrepreneurship, leadership, professionalism, and communication skills. Students will work through the Business Model Canvas to build out a business of their own that they will pitch for seed funding.

The SOAR Summer Bridge program is for new TRIO Student Support Services scholars. The 3-day/2-night program is designed to ease the transition to FGCU as well as provide resources and support to aid in college retention and graduation.