| Hundreds of lectures. Knowledgeable instructors. Join us in-person at one of our 20 locations or participate online.  Winter / Spring January – May 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! FGCU Academy will be closed December 23, 2024 – January 1, 2025. We will re-open Thursday, January 2, 2025. You can register online HERE or by sending your registration in via mail. Today we are excited to feature our technology and Artificial Intelligence classes. Scroll below to discover the fascinating offerings we have in these fields. You can also click the links below to view more details about our technology and Artificial Intelligence classes. In addition to our classes, we’re thrilled to announce some fantastic day trips that will en- rich your learning experience. Whether it’s exploring local landmarks, visiting museums, or enjoying cultural tours, these day trips are designed to provide you with hands-on experienc- es and unforgettable memories. We are excited that our 2025 Winter/Spring Program Guides are available for pick-up at FGCU Academy Naples Center and at your local libraries during our winter break. You can find these guides on the newsstand outside our building and upstairs by our office, accessible any time of day or night. We invite you to explore the remarkable learning opportunities we’ve planned for the upcoming season. Don’t miss out on the chance to enrich your knowledge and participate in our diverse programs. Stop by to grab your copy and start planning your journey of discovery with us! Naples Center 704 Goodlette Frank Rd. N, Suite 330, Naples VIEW WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE HERE REGISTER FOR COURSES HERE Call our office for assistance with your registrations at 239.434.4737.  View 2025 Winter / Spring Program Guide View Here Feel free to print catalog at home, or just print the specific pages that interest you. View our Chronological Calendar by date beginning on page 8. Just look for your available dates and see everything being offered that day. View our LATE EDITIONS page at back of catalog on page 67. Lectures at: – Moorings Park Grand Lake – 7410 Little Lane, Naples – Moran Wealth Management Education Center – 5801 Pelican Bay Blvd, Suite 110, Naples Featured at FGCU Academy  iPhone and iPad Fundamentals January 30, Wednesday | 10 – 12pm Naples Center / Online via Zoom Speaker: Dr. Marty Dorio For beginners and casual users of their devices, this lecture focuses on the most important fundamentals of using your iPhone and iPad. If all you do is make calls and text, this pre- sentation is for you. So many people have smart phones and tablets and don’t know how to use them. This lecture teaches you how to interact with your device; enter, type, dictate and edit text; search for, install and organize apps on your home screens; use the App Library; use Spotlight; undo your mistakes; use Siri; and so much more. Stop asking your grandchild- ren for help and master your iPhone and iPad today.  Apple Intelligence: Private, Secure AI Comes to All Apple Devices February 21, Tuesday | 10 – 11:30am Naples Center / Online via Zoom Speaker: John Guerra Apple Intelligence is a suite of AI-powered tools that use your personal data to provide recom- mendations and generate results that are relevant to you. It’s designed to help you communicate, work, and express yourself on iPhones, iPads and Macintosh computers. Join this lecture as we explore the power and utility of Apple Intelligence on your devices. Only iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, and latest generation iPads will be able to participate in class.  Getting Started with Android Smartphones: A Beginner’s Guide February 25, Tuesday | 9:30 – 11am Naples Center / Online via Zoom Speaker: Dr. Baharul Islam This lecture is for beginners looking to master Android smartphones. We’ll cover powering on the device, navigating the home screen, making calls, sending texts and using key apps. Practical tips will include managing apps, adjusting settings and securing your phone. You’ll also learn how to take and share photos, use voice commands, and troubleshoot common is- sues, all presented with clear, step-by-step guidance. To View More Computer & Technology Lectures – Click Here To View More Artificial Intelligence Lectures – Click Here Day Trips and Special Events These day trips and Special Events are a fantastic way to enhance your learning journey with FGCU Academy. Be sure to register early, as spots can fill up quickly! Click Here to View all of Our Upcoming Day Trips and Special Events If you would like to discuss any of our trips, please feel free to call our office anytime as well as for assistance with your registrations at 239.434.4737.   BECOME 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 TRAVEL PROGRAMS Travel with FGCU Academy   Northern Italy: From the Alps to the Adriatic Departure August 20, 2025 View Brochure  Journey Through Central Europe Departure: August 30, 2025 View Brochure  Insider’s Japan Departure September 8, 2025 View Brochure  Paradores and Pousadas: Portugal & Spain Departure: September 15, 2025 View Brochure  Machu Picchu to the Galapagos Departure October 28, 2025 View Brochure  Egypt and the Eternal Nile Departure: November 17, 2025 View Brochure  Moroccan Discovery: From the Imperial Cities to the Sahara Departure November 18, 2025 View Brochure  Portugal and the Douro River Cruise Departure: September 17, 2025 View Brochure View Video Presentation  Gems of Eastern Europe River Cruise Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania, Departure September 24, 2025 View Brochure View Video Presentation Travel Abroad with FGCU Academy Call our office 239.434.4737 for assistance with registration or Click 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] |
