The College of Arts & Sciences is dedicated to positively impacting our communities, be they local, regional, statewide, or international. Many of the College's educational outreach is provided through our Research Centers & Institutes, but others within the College are vital to serving and expanding the educational experiences for students of all ages.
Read about the Community initiatives within the College of Arts & Sciences:
The Seidler gift establishes the Seidler Fund, which will benefit professors and students in the College
and, ultimately, all of Southwest Florida.
An FGCU movement promotes compassion, kindness, and empathy to both individuals and
communities through education, action, and research.
The Food Forest is a student-run botanical garden which highlights tropical/subtropical
edible species that grow well in South Florida. Though the Food Forest is run by students for students, this garden is open to the
community sunrise to sunset. The Food Forest is housed in the Department of Integrated
Studies.
The “Wings of Hope” program is an integral part of the FGCU Environmental Humanities
curriculum and service learning requirement. University students are introduced to
native Southwest Florida wildlife, their habitats, and water conservation.
Community Autism Network (CAN) harnesses interdisciplinary university and community
partnerships promoting education opportunities, research on holistic health, and accessible services.
The Road to Best Practice in Autism Spectrum Disorder educating families, educators, healthcare workers, and community members in serving
individuals with autism.
The Egan Observatory is an extension of Whitaker Hall. The observatory provides opportunities
for students and community members to gain an intimate view of the stars and cosmic
wonders of the universe.
