Cohen Student Union begins phase 2 of renovations

March 04, 2025

Following the remodel of the first floor of the Cohen Student Union, FGCU has entered into the second phase of renovations to provide students and employees with a more welcoming, living room-style atmosphere to gather for meals, meetings and more.

Illustration of the renovated entrance of the Cohen Student Union. The open area between the food court and Einstein Bros. Bagels is enclosed and encompasses floors 1 and 2. High-ceiling windows surround the entrance area, and the words “Cohen Student Union” appear near the top of the building. Illustrations courtesy of RG Architects

The second phase of renovations began early February and is slated to be completed March 2026. The focus is on the outdoor atrium area that lies between the two staircases next to Einstein Bros. Bagels and the food court. Once renovations are complete, the area will be enclosed.

On the first floor, renovations include the relocation of the information booth to a more centralized location. A new seating area will also be added.

Illustration shows a view of the first and second floor with the new location of the information booth in the back center. The illustration shows a staircase to the left and additional seating near the information booth. The right wall on the first-floor features words such as “FGCU” “Azul” Go Eagles” and Wings Up” displayed vertically in green and grey colors. Illustrations courtesy of RG Architects

On the second floor, three conference-style rooms will be added to help create a more collaborative space for students. The second floor will feature a seating area overlooking the first floor.

Illustration shows conference-style rooms located on the second floor of the Cohen Student Union. The rooms have glass walls. Illustration shows extra seating outside of the rooms and showcases a few green walls on the second floor with the FGCU logo and eagle cartoon image Illustrations courtesy of RG Architects

During the year-long renovation, daily operation inside Cohen will not be affected, and food services will operate as normal. The lawn area outside of Einstein’s is temporarily closed, and a temporary sidewalk has been created for navigation of the area.