| Hundreds of lectures. Knowledgeable instructors. Join us in-person at one of over 20 locations or participate online. Summer Session – June 2 – September 30 2025 PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE OR VIA PHONE Keep your mind active and engaged! Register for a lecture or special event with FGCU Academy! Lifelong Learning Starts Here – Explore What FGCU Academy Has to Offer This Week at FGCU Academy: Technology, Travel, and Tastings! Get ready for an exciting week at FGCU Academy as we dive into the fascinating world of technology, featuring highlights on texting and the transformative power of ChatGPT. But that’s just the beginning! We’re also exploring: – A plethora of historical insights – Armchair travel adventures to ignite your wanderlust – A thrilling look at space travel history: USA vs. Russia – The Shuttle Showdown – And to top it all off, an elegant evening out at a local Italian restaurant, complete with wine tasting and food pairing. (coming in July) This special evening will be hosted by FGCU Academy Director, John Guerra, prom- ising great conversation, delicious cuisine, and a memorable experience. Don’t miss out—join us for a week of learning, discovery, and community! Stay curious. Stay connected. Stay ahead. Scroll below to view details of upcoming classes and see what interests you. Register today! Call our office for assistance with your registrations at 239.434.4737. 2025 Summer Program Guide Available Now View Summer Program Guide Here REGISTER FOR COURSES HERE Feel free to print catalog at home, or just print the specific pages that interest you. Featured Lectures iPhone/iPad Apps: Master Texting with Messages June 19 | 10 – 11:30am | Thursday Bentley Village With the Messages app, stay connected to the conversations that matter the most. Send texts, photos, videos, voice texts and more. Personalize your messages with animated effects, pin your important conversations, send inline replies and more. Learn Messages’ most important settings and latest features so you can communicate more effectively. ChatGPT: Personal Guide to AI (2-part series) June 19, July 17 | 2 – 3pm | Thursdays Moorings Park Grande Lake Understand and unlock the potential of generative AI with this engaging 2-part class. In the first session, we will try to understand AI; its history, development and how it works. The second session introduces ChatGPT, an advanced AI tool, and demonstrates how it can sim- plify daily tasks, spark creativity, and provide endless learning opportunities. Whether it is drafting emails, answering questions, brainstorming ideas, or exploring new hobbies, this hands-on class will guide you through practical applications of ChatGPT. Tailored for begin- ners, this program ensures a comfortable and enjoyable learning experience, empowering you to embrace AI technology confidently. Italian Cuisine and Wine Pairing Social Event at Mare Terra Evening hosted by FGCU Academy Director, John Guerra Make new friends while enjoying several delectable samplings of wonderful Italian appetizers at Mare Terra Restaurant in Bonita Springs. Your guide for this food and wine experience is with a sommelier who has personally chosen the wine pairings for each appetizer. Eat, laugh and be merry at the Academy’s Appetizers and Wine Pairing social event! No refunds within 10 business days of event Tuesday, July 22 5:00 – 7:30pm Mare Terra Restaurant – 28340 Trails Edge Blvd – Bonita Springs Advance Registration Required – Limited Registration Register by calling 239.434.4737 Weekly Guide (click on any lecture below for more detailed information) Thursday June 19 – Father and Son Spies: Jim and Nat Nicholson Monday June 23 – Treasures of South Florida – Flora & Fauna Tuesday June 24 – The Last of the Romanovs – William the Conqueror Wednesday June 25 – ChatGPT: Personal Guide to AI Thursday June 26 – American Overseas Cemeteries from WWI and WWII: From Normandy to the Rest of the World – In Search of Aristocracy: A Match Made in Heaven…Or Was It? – Ancient Egypt: Land of Pyramids, Temples and Mummies Friday June 27 – History of the Space Shuttle: USA vs. Russia CONSIDER BECOMING A FRIEND OF THE ACADEMY WITH A $100 DONATION AS A NON-CREDIT PROGRAM WE RECEIVE NO FUNDING FROM FGCU. WE NEED YOUR HELP TO CONTINUE OUR IMPORTANT COMMUNITY OUTREACH MISSION. To donate, simply: 1. Visit our website at Academy | Online Giving (fgcu.edu). 2. Send a check payable to FGCU Academy with “Friend of the Academy Donation” in the memo line. 3. Or, contact us at 239-434-4737 to arrange a donation over the phone. Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to a program that celebrates lifelong growth. Together, we’re enriching lives, one class at a time. 2025 / 2026 TRAVEL PROGRAMS Travel with FGCU Academy Machu Picchu to the Galapagos Departure October 28, 2025 View Brochure Egypt and the Eternal Nile Departure: November 17, 2025 View Brochure Norwegian Splendor Departure: September 5, 2026 View Brochure Colorful Canyons & Beautiful Balloons – America’s Greatest National Parks Departure: September 24, 2026 View Brochure Enchanting Ireland Departure: September 27, 2026 View Brochure Journey Through Britain Departure: September 28, 2026 View Brochure Sicily In Depth Departure: October 1, 2026 View Brochure Croatia: Pearls of Dalmatia Departure: October 12, 2026 View Brochure FGCU Academy Yacht & River Cruises Excursions Splendors of Europe River Cruise – Netherlands, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria Departure: May 1, 2026 View Brochure Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline Yacht Cruise Departure August 28, 2026 View Brochure Portugal and the Douro River Cruise Departure: September 16, 2026 View Brochure Call our office at 239.434.4737 for assistance with registration or Click Here to View our Website FGCU Academy FGCU ACADEMY NAPLES CENTER 704 Goodlette-Frank Rd N Suite 330 Naples, FL 34102 239.434.4737 [email protected] |
