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FGCU’s Inaugural Grad Fest

FGCU’s Inaugural Grad Fest

Kevin Rollins, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

The time is coming soon for many seniors, including me, to graduate from FGCU. In what will now happen in less than one month, we will be saying our last goodbyes as we graduate, receive our diplomas and...

Wildlife Awareness Week at FGCU

Wildlife Awareness Week at FGCU

Cristina Pop, Assistant Opinion Editor April 5, 2024

Wildlife Awareness Week is the first week of April and I’m grateful to be spending it as a student at FGCU.  FGCU has over half of its campus allocated to conservation areas and preserves due to...

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Top 5 Movies to Watch This March

Wayne Berkhofer, Staff Writer March 29, 2024

This year, March offers a plethora of new releases, sequels and remakes of movies that are “beloved to movie lovers. Personally, I love movies. They provide a welcomed escape from reality, inviting audiences...

The Importance of Giving

The Importance of Giving

Jackson Sparkman, Staff Writer March 28, 2024

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” This quote comes from the experienced writer and leader who led Britain to a victory in the Second World War, Winston Churchill. Giving...

The Pros and Cons of Holding Spring Commencement at Hertz Arena

The Pros and Cons of Holding Spring Commencement at Hertz Arena

Kevin Rollins, Staff Writer March 28, 2024

FGCU will host its Spring Commencement ceremonies at Alico Arena on May 4 and 5, 2024. There will be four ceremonies, two on each day including all of the graduating students from the  nine different...

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Has the Value of Easter Been Lost?

Kennedy Owens, Contributing Writer March 27, 2024

Holidays historically have been a time to gather, celebrate and remember with loved ones. In recent years, the importance of many holidays has been stolen by human greed and corruption. With a profit to...

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The Importance of Women’s History Month

Violet Powell, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

Beginning in March, Women’s History Month is now recognized across the nation.  The purpose of this time is to learn about and reflect on the contributions that women have made to American history....

Movie Review: Madame Web

Movie Review: Madame Web

Ella Lou Scott, Staff Writer March 21, 2024

“Madame Web” is liked by some and hated by most. After receiving a 12% on Rotten Tomatoes as of Feb. 25, I had to see why the Marvel fans and movie critics hated it so much.  My opinion? I liked...

Campus Dining Updates

Campus Dining Updates

Braeden Slutsky, Staff Writer March 21, 2024

Many of you may have gotten a newsletter from FGCU Dining Services about new offerings that they have throughout campus. Most notable of these is the lunch at The Boardwalk and the virtual Flex dollar...

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Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Katie Souza, Staff Writer March 21, 2024

On Thursday, Mar. 15, FGCU’s Best Buddies hosted a Friendship Walk Kickoff in Reed Hall 146 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event provided information about the friendship walk for those interested in...

Being An Introvert Is More Than Okay!

Being An Introvert Is More Than Okay!

Delinah Rosario, Opinion Editor March 17, 2024

The third week of March is set aside for Introverts alike. The whole week is National Introverts Week. It celebrates and acknowledges the qualities and strengths that make fellow introverts such as myself....

Indulge in the St. Patrick’s Day Activities

Indulge in the St. Patrick’s Day Activities

Eden Udell, Staff Writer March 17, 2024

Saint Patrick's Day, sometimes referred to as St. Paddy's Day, is a worldwide celebration of Irish culture that is jam-packed with festivities, games and lots of green-themed mayhem. This colorful celebration,...

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