| 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! Join FGCU Academy for an Enriching Summer Experience! Whether you’re diving into World War II history / or biographical stories, exploring the criminal justice system, writing your spiritual memoir, or finally learning Mah Jongg, FGCU Academy has something exciting for you this summer. Whatever your curiosity, we’re here to help you explore it. Explore the world with FGCU Academy in 2026. See below for more information. 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 (Classes begin June 2, 2025) 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. Biography & History Lectures The Regency and King George IV June 9 | 1:30 – 3pm | Monday Bentley Village Like father, like son? Not in this case! George III, rigidly disciplined and principled, did his best to raise similarly conscientious sons, but no one could harness his first- born, the wayward, profligate Prince of Wales, whose disreputable life threatened the very survival of the monarchy. Yet as George III’s sanity collapsed, the English had no choice but to establish the prince as regent in his father’s place. What was the Prince Regent, the future George IV really like? His life is a tale of family fric- tion, loyalty, exuberance, patronage, pettiness, and generosity – not to mention scandal! American Overseas Cemeteries from World War I and World War II: From Normandy to the Rest of the World June 5 | 3:30 – 5pm | Thursday Siena Lakes Join professional photographer and former Navy Officer for a visit to the 23 overseas WWI and WWII military cemeteries and hear the stories of the men and women who have never returned. Mr. Sherman recently published, “Never Home: Remembering the Military Heroes Who Never Returned,” which in- cludes more than 225 photographs from all our overseas cemeteries and 54 biographies of our fallen heroes. Learn about the cemeteries, their associated battles, and learn the names and life stories of a few of the more than 207,000 individuals buried overseas. And never forget. What Makes a Criminal Justice System Work? June 24 | 10 – 11:30am | Thursday FGCU Main Campus – Building AB9 (Room 106) This lecture explores the key elements that contribute to a fair and effective system of justice. We will examine successful practices including police, court and correct- ional innovations. Which of these help to reduce crime? For example, does the use of police body cameras affect local crime rates and should police use military tac- tics and weapons in high crime areas? This lecture also examines relatively new concepts such as restorative justice, evidence-based sentencing, and the role of community policing. This lecture focuses on factors that promote fairness, reduce recidivism, and foster trust in legal institutions. Charlemagne: The Carolingian Empire September 25 | 10 – 11:30am | Thursday Bentley Village In a review of European history from the fall of the Roman Empire to Napoleon Bonaparte, one figure clearly stands out. Charlemagne was an extraordinary ruler in the Middle Ages whose influence shaped the future of western Europe. Charlemagne was a warrior King, and Emperor, an administrator, a leader, a military strategist, and a conqueror. He was also a devout Christian, and he combined his military power with his religious beliefs to ensure the survival and expansion of Christianity across western Europe. During his life, Charle- magne was the dominant figure in a complex world of intrigue, political and religious tur- moil, and nearly constant warfare. This presentation will examine the amazing life of this powerful King of the Franks, who rose to become the Holy Roman Emperor. Weekly Guide Click on any class below to see more information and to register Tuesday May 27 – General “Black Jack” Pershing Wednesday May 28 – King George III Thursday May 29 – Mt. Rainier National Park – From the Delta to the Internet: A History of American Popular Music Friday May 30 – Artemis: Return to the Moon by 2026 Monday June 2 – History of the Space Shuttle: USA vs. Russia – Mah Jongg for Beginners (3-part series) – The Panama Canal – U.S. Military Defense – The Creation of Italy Tuesday June 3 – ChatGPT: Personal Guide to AI – Spiritual Writing Day Trips & Special Events Click on any class below to see more information and to register June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 – Tuesdays – 5-Week Spanish Crash Course for Beginners July 16 – Wednesday – Italian Cuisine and Wine Pairing Social Event at Mare Terra July 22 – Tuesday – The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg 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] |
