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    Lee County course helps job seekers get back in the workplace  Nov 20, 2009
    Both he and Suzanne Specht, assistant director of the Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University, applauded the employment-assistance efforts of the Quality of Life Center and other grass-roots organizations. Specht said her office is receiving an increasing number of calls from people who've been laid off and want to start a small business "but may not be ready for a small business. So this program is 00004000 going to be needed for people to connect with other people... (The News-Press -- Business)

    Orion failure stands out  Nov 20, 2009
    Consumers are weary of bank failures brought on by the real estate collapse and are frustrated with the federal government for bailing out institutions, said David Jones, a professor at Florida Gulf Coast University and a former Federal Reserve economist. Any indications of impropriety only makes matters worse, he said. (The News-Press -- Business)

    FGCU Women's Basketball signs four  Nov 19, 2009
    5:48 P.M. Florida Gulf Coast University Head Womens Basketball Coach Karl Smesko has announced the signings of four student-athletes to National Letters of Intent ... A three-year varsity player in her native Chicago, Ill, Payne signed her national letter of intent with Florida Gulf Coast University. (The News-Press -- Sports)

    FGCU swimming ranked fifth in CollegeSwimming.com/CSCAA Mid-Major Division I poll  Nov 19, 2009
    7:10 P.M. The Florida Gulf Coast University women's swimming and diving team is ranked fifth in the first CollegeSwimming. com/CSCAA Mid-Major Division I poll of the 2009-10 season. (The News-Press -- Sports)

    FAU Swimming and Diving Teams Head to Atlanta for Three-Day Georgia Tech Invitational  Nov 19, 2009
    Sophomore had a second-place showing in the 200-yard freestyle and a third place effort in the 100-yard freestyle in the Owls' most recent meet at Florida Gulf Coast University on October 30. Nyback had three event victories in FAU's dual-meet victory at Florida International University, also in October. (Fausports.com)

    South Lee County Mailbag  Nov 14, 2009
    Florida Gulf Coast University. Plan unaffordable. (The News-Press -- Opinion)

    FGCU men's hoops falls 97-58 against No. 2 Michigan State  Nov 14, 2009
    9:21 P.M. The Florida Gulf Coast University men's basketball team lost 97-58 against No. 2 Michigan State during tonight's season opener. Check back with news-press. (The News-Press -- Sports)

    FAU Men's Golf among Nation's Best after Strong Fall Season  Nov 13, 2009
    The team finished behind Florida Gulf Coast University in both of those tournaments, while beating the Eagles in the Bethune-Cookman event. Sands said that believing the small details about golf can make a difference in the team's overall score has helped make a difference in the team's season. (Fausports.com)

    TRANSFERS: Schools make extra effort to aid adjustment  Nov 12, 2009
    Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers stations a full-time admissions officer on the campus of nearby Edison State College, which supplies 65% of transfers. Faculty members take initiative, too. (USA Today -- News)

    FAU Swim Team Sweeps Sun Belt Conference's Diving Weekly Awards  Nov 6, 2009
    Lloyd, a freshman, recorded his first collegiate victory by winning the one-meter diving competition against the University of Tampa on October 30 in a meet at Florida Gulf Coast University. His 228. (Fausports.com)

    Men's Golf Team Wraps Up Strong Fall Season with Second at Stetson Invitational  Nov 4, 2009
    Florida Gulf Coast University won the team title with a tournament record 851 team composite score. FAU finished four strokes ahead of Murray State University for second place with 874 score. (Fausports.com)

    Men's Golf Team Stands Second after First Day of Stetson Tournament  Nov 3, 2009
    That gave the team a 587 score for the first 36 holes to tie the host Hatters and trail leader Florida Gulf Coast University by 19 stokes. Senior carded two identical one-under-par 71 scores and stands in a tie for fifth place individually with a 142 score. (Fausports.com)

    Today's mailbag  Nov 2, 2009
    Lydia is a longtime resident of Lee County and a graduate of Fort Myers High School and Florida Gulf Coast University. She has been active in civic, charitable, and business activities in Fort Myers for many years and is quite knowledgeable of the needs in the whole city, not just her ward. (The News-Press -- Opinion)

    Interest in exporting gaining speed locally  Nov 2, 2009
    Campbell periodically travels to Lee County to counsel businesses and will lead a daylong exporting seminar Thursday at Florida Gulf Coast University ... Seminar ThursdayLearn about boosting sales through exporting at the "International Exporting 101" seminar Thursday at Florida Gulf Coast University. (The News-Press -- Business)

    Editorial: Dunbar group makes great strides  Nov 2, 2009
    These include State Attorney Steve Russell, Lee County Manager Karen Hawes, Fort Myers Councilman Johnny Streets, Fort Myers Police Chief Doug Baker, Lee County Health Department Director Judith Hartner and Florida Gulf Coast University President Wilson Bradshaw. Aside from the daunting statistics referred to earlier in this article, collaboration members say they still encounter negative stereotypes because of the name Dunbar. (The News-Press -- Opinion)

    Women's Swimmers Defeat Tampa, Fall to Florida Gulf Coast on Homecoming Weekend  Nov 1, 2009
    With freshman winning three events, the Florida Atlantic University women's swimming and diving team split dual meets against the University of Tampa and Florida Gulf Coast University on Friday night in Fort Myers. The Owls claimed their second dual meet victory of the season by defeating Tampa 150-143, while losing to the host Eagles 180-112. (Fausports.com)

    Women's Swimmers Defeat Tampa, Fall to Florida Gulf Coast on Homecoming Weekend  Nov 1, 2009
    With freshman winning three events, the Florida Atlantic University women's swimming and diving team split dual meets against the University of Tampa and Florida Gulf Coast University on Friday night in Fort Myers. The Owls claimed their second dual meet victory of the season by defeating Tampa 150-143, while losing to the host Eagles 180-112. (Fausports.com)

    Men's Swim Team Records First Dual Meet Victory with Triumph over Tampa  Nov 1, 2009
    50 victory in the competition that was part of a triangular meet with men's and women's teams at Florida Gulf Coast University. The sophomores led FAU's effort in the pool as was victorious in the 100-yard backstroke (52. (Fausports.com)

    Business Digest: The Princeton Review recognizes FGCU  Oct 30, 2009
    Florida Gulf Coast University Lutgert College of Business has been recognized again by The Princeton Review ... Florida Gulf Coast University Small Business Development Center is offering an educational workshop called "Turning Your Passion to Profit.". (The News-Press -- Business)

    Once all-mighty dollar taking a backseat to euros, Chinese products  Oct 29, 2009
    Look at it as good news bad news, said David Jones, an economics professor at Florida Gulf Coast University. Property is cheap to a foreign investor. (The News-Press -- Business)

    Business digest: Exporting seminar coming to FGCU  Oct 29, 2009
    7:44 A.M. Learn about boosting sales through exporting at the "International Exporting 101" seminar Nov. 5 at Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers. Seasoned exporters as well as companies considering exporting for the first time are invited to attend. (The News-Press -- Business)

    FAU Swim Teams to Travel to Florida Gulf Coast University  Oct 29, 2009
    The Florida Atlantic University men's and women's swim teams look to continue their successful starts to the season on Friday, October 30 beginning at 5 p.m. in a dual meet with Florida Gulf Coast University and the University of Tampa in Fort Myers. The teams also will host an alumni meet on Saturday, October 31 as part of the university's Homecoming festivities at the FAU Aquatics Center, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton campus. (Fausports.com)

    Bonita Springs-based McGarvey faces foreclosure suit  Oct 29, 2009
    BankUnited filed the action in Lee circuit court recently regarding money it loaned McGarvey to buy land and build houses on seven lots in Miromar Lakes near Florida Gulf Coast University in south Lee County. The foreclosure doesn't mean McGarvey's in bad financial shape, said Bill Price, executive vice president of the company. (The News-Press -- Business)

    State Budget Shortfalls Reveal Economic Fallacy  Oct 27, 2009
    A recent National Foundation for American Policy study authored by Dean Stansel, an economics professor at Florida Gulf Coast University, explains the connection between tax policy and economic growth. The study found employment growth between 2000-2006 was 54 percent higher in the 50 metropolitan areas with the lowest tax burden than in the 50 highest-tax metro areas. (Townhall.com)

    Editorial: Soaring college tuition a threat to middle class  Oct 26, 2009
    All 11 public universities in Florida - including Florida Gulf Coast University - raised their base tuition for the fall semester by 15 percent. Tuition at Edison State College increased 8 percent. (The News-Press -- Opinion)

    Good way to know the field is to join a networking group  Oct 24, 2009
    The network is an outgrowth of Small Business Development Centers in Florida, including the SBDC based at Florida Gulf Coast University ... SOURCE: Dan Regelski, director, Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University. (The News-Press -- Business)

    Lee County NAACP to hold job fair  Oct 24, 2009
    The fair will allow people to meet with employers and trainers at the U.S. Census, Florida Gulf Coast University and Lee Memorial Hospital. It is free and open to the public. (The News-Press -- Business)

    Coo Coo Cachoo Mr. Robinson  Oct 21, 2009
    And so is Kimberly Legendre, a junior at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). This semester, Kimberly is taking an absurd course called Foundations of Civic Engagement. (Townhall.com)

    Ben Hill Griffin III gets hall call (167)  Oct 15, 2009
    In the 1990s under his direction, Alico donated 760 prime acres in Lee County near Fort Myers for the creation of Florida s 10th public university, Florida Gulf Coast University. Alico also created a 215-acre land endowment for the university and donated money for road construction and academic chairs. (Lake Wales News, FL)

    Men's Golf Finishes 10th at the Mission Inn Fall Intercollegiate  Oct 5, 2009
    Florida Gulf Coast University won the event with an 864, while the host team, Saint John's, finished fifth with an 891. Florida Gulf Coast took top honors all around, as Daniel Mazziota won individually. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)

    Casey Coleman Interview  Sep 30, 2009
    The 22-year-old right-hander and 2008 15th-round draft pick from Florida Gulf Coast University went 14-6 with a 3. 68 ERA in 27 starts covering 149 innings at Class AA Tennessee. (Chicago Cubs, TheInsiders.com)

    20th-Ranked Lions Close Out Non-Conference Season  Sep 24, 2009
    About the UC Riverside Highlanders (1-5-0) UC Riverside traveled to the UNLV Rebel Classic last weekend but fell to Florida Gulf Coast University and Illinois-Chicago by scores of 3-0 in each match. On Friday against FGCU, UCR held a 19-12 shot advantage and played a man up for the final 18 minutes but were unable to find the net. (Lmulions.com)

    Local college notes  Sep 24, 2009
    TOP-10 FINISHES: Kimberly Wong (80-71-86--237) tied for seventh and Maria Garrido (76-87-78 241) tied for 10th at the Florida Gulf Coast University Invitational on Tuesday. B-CU settled for fourth place as a team after leading by one shot following the second round. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)

    Online Auction of Southern Florida Development Land Attracts National and International Attention  Sep 22, 2009
    Nearby Fort Myers, meanwhile, is home to the region's newest college, Florida Gulf Coast University. Not to be outdone, Naples offers over 70 golf courses, supporting its claim as a world-class golfing capital. (PR Newswire)

    Florida Atlantic Upends Florida Gulf Coast In Overtime  Sep 8, 2009
    Boca Raton, FL - The Florida Atlantic men's soccer team won a thrilling 1-0 decision over Florida Gulf Coast University on Monday night at FAU Soccer Stadium. Sophomore scored the game's only goal off a rebound in the 104th minute to give the Owls' their first victory of the season. (Fausports.com)

    Men's Soccer Falls 2-0 To UNC-Wilmington  Sep 5, 2009
    The Owls will have the weekend off before getting back into action on Monday night at home against Florida Gulf Coast University at 7 pm. . (Fausports.com)

    No. 16 USC Opens Home Schedule With 3-0 Sweep...  Sep 4, 2009
    No. 16 USC Opens Home Schedule With 3-0 Sweep Of Florida Gulf Coast - University of Southern California Official Athletic Site. Don't forget to check out 'Project Trojan' inside Trojan All-Access for an in-depth look at USC Football behind the scenes. (Usctrojans.com)

    Shocking Stats on Texting While Driving  Aug 30, 2009
    Shock videos can backfire , professor of counseling in the College of Education, Florida Gulf Coast University, says that "While there is some research that shows that some students can be sensitized to potential consequences from videos like it, there is also evidence that students get emotionally aroused in the short term but desensitize in the long term. He said "some students get reinforced by the message that this happens to others but 'it won't happen to me. " Professor Sabella "would... (CBS News)

    Redemption for Crumbly  Aug 10, 2009
    Crumbly, a sophomore right-hander from Florida Gulf Coast University, played a central role - not the one he wanted, though - in one of the most memorable games ever played at Copeland Park when he gave up seven runs in the top of the ninth inning to the Waterloo Bucks on Saturday. The Loggers, trailing 10-6 entering the bottom of the ninth and trying to inch closer to a South Division second-half pennant, rallied for five runs, capped by Chris Engell s three-run walk-off, and won 11-10. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Swimmer churns waves of interest  Aug 4, 2009
    The first day, she heard from Florida State, Florida Gulf Coast University and Brown University. Ranson is a straight-A student since she began ninth grade, when she actually received recruiting letters from Yale and Duke. (Florida Today)

    Dogs and the Scent of a Crime: Science or Shaky Evidence?  Aug 3, 2009
    "They are fallible, just like a person," says Charles Mesloh, a former canine officer and criminologist at Florida Gulf Coast University. Dogs, he adds, also respond to handlers, perhaps for reward or praise, or simply, because of emotional connections, want to please their human partner. (Time.com)

    Tiger will play at Atunyote  Jul 4, 2009
    Levi, the son of former PGA Tour professional Wayne Levi, will be a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University in the fall and has seen Woods play a couple of time including at the former B.C. Open in Endicott. It was awesome to watch him up in the tee box and take a vicious lash at it, and he hits it dead straight most of the time, Levi said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)

    Six Smokies Named to All-Star Game  Jun 30, 2009
    The Cubs selected Coleman in the 15th round of the 2008 draft from Florida Gulf Coast University. Jackson, 21, is the hottest pitcher in the Cubs' system with a 4-3 record and 3. (Chicago Cubs, TheInsiders.com)

    Roth, Wadwell Earn All-America Honors  Jun 27, 2009
    Name School P Sarah Hamilton Florida State University P Kim Reeder Ohio State University P University of Louisville C Stacie Chambers University of Arizona 1B Christine Lux University of Notre Dame 2B Danielle Zymkowitz University of Illinois 3B (tie) Cheyenne Jenks Florida Gulf Coast University 3B (tie) Jenae Leles University of Arizona SS Bianca Mejia Long Island University OF Karli Hubbard University of Louisiana at Lafayette OF Kirsten Shortridge Louisiana State University OF Carly Normandin... (Uoflsports.com)

    Don DiJulia Recipient of the 2009 Division I-AAA ADA Gary Cunningham Lifetime Achievement Award  Jun 23, 2009
    Our Association is proud to present Don with the fifth annual Gary Cunningham Lifetime Achievement Award, stated Ken Kavanagh, 2008-09 Gary Cunningham Lifetime Achievement Award Committee chair and director of athletics at Florida Gulf Coast University ... 440/892-4000 President Jack McDonald Director of Athletics Quinnipiac University First Vice President Jean Lenti Ponsetto Director of Athletics DePaul University Second Vice President Judy Rose Director of Athletics University of North... (Nacda.com)

    Return of the oyster  Jun 22, 2009
    All the efforts seem to be paying off, says Aswani Volety, professor of marine science at Florida Gulf Coast University. "I'm optimistic. Would we be able to wind the clock the back 100 years? Probably not," Volety said. (Florida Today)

    Never missed a day  Jun 5, 2009
    Schoemer plans to attend Indian River State College before transferring to Florida Gulf Coast University, where he hopes to study marine or environmental science. As to whether his streak will survive the late nights and temptations of college life, Schoemer isnt sure. (The Palm Beach Post)

    BHS Grad Peacock Joins Lake Erie Crushers  May 31, 2009
    He finished his college baseball career with Florida Gulf Coast University in 2008, winning FGCU s Male Athlete of the Year and Atlantic-Sun Conference Player of the Year awards ... He then left Major League Baseball to finish his B.S. degree in business administration at Florida Gulf Coast University. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)

    Malden Catholic graduates the Class of 2009  May 23, 2009
    Alexander Carregal, Florida Gulf Coast University. Anthony Reid, Emmanuel College. (Malden Observer, MA)

    Lady Jackets Softball Season Comes To A Close  May 14, 2009
    According to Rutenbar, Courtney will be playing at Florida Gulf Coast University next year. The rest of the Bugpen was also effective in 2009. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)

    FGCU Capitalizes, Winning 7-3 Over FAU  May 6, 2009
    FT. MYERS, FL - An error and two walks set the table for Josh Chester's tie-braking single in seventh inning as Florida Gulf Coast University improved to 3-0 all-time against Florida Atlantic University, winning 7-3 Tuesday night. Florida Atlantic (25-21) used eight different pitchers in the midweek tune-up in preparation for its important Sun Belt Conference series at Arkansas State University. (Fausports.com)

    Wednesday's Miami-FGCU Baseball Game Canceled  Apr 28, 2009
    - Wednesday's baseball game between the University of Miami and Florida Gulf Coast University has been canceled. Both programs mutually agreed to cancel the game due to rigorous scheduling demands for both teams. (Hurricanesports.com)

    Alico announces default on mortgage note receivable  Apr 28, 2009
    The property consists of a 4,538 acre parcel located next to Florida Gulf Coast University in Lee County, Florida that is a former rock mine. Under the terms of the contract, Ginn is entitled to receive a release of 399 acres. (Lake Wales News, FL)

    Human skeleton found in north Florida woods  Apr 14, 2009
    The medical examiner's office, a Florida Gulf Coast University professor and the sheriff's office will try to figure out if any foul play was involved. . (The Palm Beach Post)

    Bonnies to battle Bulls Sunday in fourth round of WNIT  Mar 29, 2009
    The Bulls defeated Florida Gulf Coast University 88-81 in the second round of the WNIT after earning a first round bye to open the tournament. Under ninth-year head coach Jose Fernandez, the Bulls have made six straight postseason appearances, including a trip to the NCAA Tournament during their 2006-07 season. (Gobonnies.com)

    The View from Section B  Mar 27, 2009
    The Florida State baseball team might have actually snapped out of some of the funk they've been this season so far, with a series win over always-tough Clemson, and then a couple of mid-week wins over Florida Gulf Coast University. With the improved pitching, what's in store for the 'Noles this weekend as they travel to Maryland. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Women's Basketball Accepts Postseason WNIT Bid  Mar 17, 2009
    WASHINGTON, DC - The George Washington women's basketball team has accepted an at-large bid to the 2009 Postseason Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) and will face Florida Gulf Coast University at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL, this Thursday, March 19. The bid marks GW's third trip to the WNIT and 18th postseason appearance in the past 19 seasons. (Gwsports.com)

    #21/14 Minutewomen Head To Clearwater, Fla. For USF Under Armour Showcase  Mar 12, 2009
    STOPPING THE STREAKING EAGLES This is the first meeting between Florida Gulf Coast University and UMass. The Minutewomen are 2-2 against the Atlantic Sun Conference. (Umassathletics.com)

    OSU softball team splits  Mar 6, 2009
    The Beavers (11-11) defeated Mount St. Mary s 4-1 but lost 2-1 to Florida Gulf Coast University. Dani Chisholm had four hits against Mount St. Mary s and McKenna Lowe had three against FGCU. However, the Beavers left 13 total runners on base and wasted a good pitching performance by Kelly Dyer in the loss to FGCU.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Baseball Travels To Compete In FGCU Classic  Feb 26, 2009
    to take part in the FGCU Classic, hosted by Florida Gulf Coast University from Thursday, Feb. 26 through Sunday, Mar. 1. (Samfordsports.com)

    TASER International, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter 2008  Feb 24, 2009
    A five-year analysis conducted by the Florida Gulf Coast University Weapons and Equipment Research Institute, funded by the Department of Justice concluded that TASER Devices are a very effective use of force option and lead to less injuries to both suspects and officers. The 104-page report, Less Lethal Weapon Effectiveness, Use of Force, and Suspect & Officer Injuries: A Five-Year Analysis can be found at. (Primezone Releases)

    #24 Irish Defeat South Florida, 86-79  Feb 19, 2009
    among the sizeable contingent of Notre Dame supporters in attendance on Tuesday night were former Irish players (now an assistant coach at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Fla. and (a native of Pembroke Pines, Fla. (Und.com)

    Garden Club Members Support Youth  Feb 18, 2009
    Other facilitators who presented activities were Dr. Margaret Bogan of Florida Gulf Coast University and Eda Marchman, FFGC Birds chairman. Lois McLane of Tampa, Mickey Quigley of Pensacola, Eileen Reed of Plant City, Marchman and Swindal led the 45 participants in field studies. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)


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