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Longtime FGCU Coach Karl Smesko departs Eagles for WNBA’s Atlanta Dream

Longtime FGCU Coach Karl Smesko departs Eagles for WNBA’s Atlanta Dream

Jeffrey Hrunka, Sports Editor November 13, 2024

(Updated with New Information) Karl Smesko, longtime FGCU women’s basketball coach, announced that he is leaving the team effective immediately for the WNBA. The departure comes after the Eagles...

SG Senate President Resigns

SG Senate President Resigns

Wayne Berkhofer, Staff Writer September 25, 2023

This story was updated on Sept. 25 to reflect changes.  The FGCU Student Government Senate President, Tyler Varnadore, announced on Sept. 19 that he will be resigning from his position due to unforeseen...

Hurricane Idalia and FGCU’s Storm Procedures

Hurricane Idalia and FGCU’s Storm Procedures

Johnathan Minehan, Staff Writer August 29, 2023

With Hurricane Idalia approaching, students and faculty are advised to take caution and stay informed on procedures to ensure their safety.  Hurricanes and tropical storms can devastate homes bringing...

Photo taken by Alexandra Cavalier of students watching the search with caution tape around Lake Como.

FGCU Student Missing on North Lake’s Waterfront

Alexandra Cavalier, Assistant Assignment & Features Editor August 24, 2023

Updated at 11:12 to reflect new information.  UPD and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office were called on Wednesday, Aug. 23 about a missing FGCU student after he fell overboard while on a private boat. Authorities...

Rave Alert: Shots Fired in Gulf Coast Town Center

Rave Alert: Shots Fired in Gulf Coast Town Center

Addyson McCullough, Assignment & Features Editor August 16, 2023

Updated on Aug. 16 at 1:20 p.m. to reflect new information. A Rave Alert was distributed among FGCU students, faculty and families Wednesday at 11:15 a.m..  “Police activity in the area of Gulf...

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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...

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8/19 Crime Update

August 19, 2020

By Karina Cashman                                                                                                                           ...

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