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BREAKING NEWS: Two fraternities suspended for violating social distancing guidelines

August 24, 2020

By Nina Mendes News & Features Editor Two FGCU fraternities have been placed on immediate interim suspension due to allegations of unfortunate conduct, according to an email sent by President Martin. The...

Students gathered for BLM protest on FGCUs campus. EN Photo By Julia Bonavita.

The Generation of Change: FGCU’s Response to the BLM Movement

August 20, 2020

By Nina Mendes News & Features Editor The recent death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked racial injustice outrage across the nation. Since late May, numerous peaceful demonstrations that stand...

Photo courtesy of Nasa. This photo depicts the decreases in nitrogen dioxide over China. There is evidence that the change is at least partly related to the economic slowdown following the outbreak of Covid-19.

The Spread of Misinformation about COVID-19’s Impact on the Environment

April 20, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter Rumors and misinformation run rampant on social media daily, but in times of global crisis, more people are believing and spreading misinformation.  Since the stay-at-home...

The Animal Refuge Center, located in Fort Myers, brings cats to a PetSmart in Naples for weekend adoptions. Southwest Florida is home to several humane societies and shelters that are dedicated to giving unwanted or abandoned animals a second chance. Photo by Samantha Roesler

The benefits of adopting over shopping

April 18, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter The well-known slogan ‘adopt, don't shop’ is used by animal rights activists to promote the health and welfare of domestic animals. Southwest Florida is home to several...

EN Photo by Raphaella Matta. A photo of the new CAPS building on FGCUs campus. The CAPS space in Howard Hall was smaller, so new people could not be hired until recently.

CAPS switches to telehealth appointments in response to coronavirus pandemic

April 16, 2020

  With the many challenges that the COVID-19 crisis has thrown at students, Elyssa Morataya is thankful that continuing her sessions with CAPS was not one of them. “Overall, it’s been a positive...

Photos provided by Set Life Pro. A collage of the staff at Set Life Pro.

Mic Check: The quarantine edition

April 6, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter The recommendation to self-quarantine has left many Southwest Florida residents unemployed and stuck at home.  What originally started as a two-week hiatus from society, has...

Photo by Multiple Arms Productions. The Freecoasters is a 5-piece reggae band based in SWFL.

Mic Check: The Freecoasters

February 29, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter The Southwest Florida based reggae five-piece band, The Freecoasters deliver a lively take on southern soul and ska. Frontwoman Claire Liparulo, vocals & rhythm guitar;...

EN Photo by Nina Mendes. A wall of lost loved ones inside of Valeries House. Valeries House is a SWFL nonprofit that helps children and teens deal with the loss of a loved one.

The story behind Valerie’s House

February 26, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter There is a bright, yellow house that stands on Fowler Street within the River District of Downtown Fort Myers. The building is eye-catching from the road, but it’s what happens...

EN Photo by Nina Mendes. The first ever FGCU Vegfest was held on the Library Lawn on Feb. 17. The theme for the event was, eat for the planet.

FGCU holds Inaugural Vegfest

February 26, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter The rise of veganism across the country has sparked businesses to meet consumer demands and implement more sustainable practices. The FGCU Vegan and Vegetarian Club (FGCUVV)...

Taken by Tess Fechtmeyer. Musicians from left to right: Brendan DuBois, Skyler Lapham (drums), Cody Smith and Isaiah Suriel.

Mic Check: Cody & Co.

January 23, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter Not to be confused with the internet personality, Cody Ko, Cody & Co. is a Fort Myers act that freely merges genres but is categorized as alternative. Many of Cody &...

New Student Rec Center focuses on health

New Student Rec Center focuses on health

January 20, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter The sunlight shining through the glass lights up the observation deck of the new University Recreation and Wellness Center. Treadmills and Ellipticals line the second floor,...

EN photo by Nina Mendes. FGCUs Winter Wonderland event.

FGCU’s Winter Wonderland

January 11, 2020

By Nina Mendes Beat Reporter When asked to picture what encapsulates the winter season, it’s common to think of the glistening sheet of ice coating white mounds of snowfall. The trees are bare, exposing...

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