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FSW Women's basketball coach, Matt Creamer

Florida SouthWestern Names Matt Creamer Head Women’s Basketball Coach

FORT MYERS, Fla. – Florida SouthWestern State College has named veteran collegiate coach Matt Creamer as the new head coach of the Buccaneers women’s basketball program.

Creamer brings more than a decade of collegiate coaching experience to Fort Myers, including successful stops at Northwest Florida State College, South Plains College, Chipola College and Oklahoma Panhandle State University. His background includes recruiting, player development, roster construction and program operations, along with extensive experience competing at the NJCAA level. ...More

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New FSW Director of Athletics, Kevin Lynum

Florida SouthWestern State College Names Dr. Kevin Lynum Director of Athletics

Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has named Dr. Kevin Lynum as its new director of athletics, bringing to the FSW Buccaneers a leader with a proven record of strengthening athletic programs, improving student-athlete academic success, expanding athletic opportunities and advancing meaningful community engagement....More

FSW Microbiology students visit the Fiesta Village Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant in Fort Myers.

Beyond the Microscope: FSW Students Connect the Petri Dish to Wastewater Treatment

Every day, billions of microorganisms quietly protect public health. Hidden from view, they help clean wastewater, safeguard drinking water and preserve the environment — yet few people ever see them at work. ...More

FSW alumna Nayaly Maldonado and former student Isabelle Martinez at the entrance of the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery.

Giving Back One Square Foot at a Time: How Two Former Students Are Building the Future at FSW

Since 1979, Building L on the Florida SouthWestern State College Lee Campus has shaped generations of musicians, artists and creators. Now, two former FSW students are returning to help shape the building’s next chapter. ...More

Headshot of David Grace, Head Coach of the Buccaneers Men's Basketball program, wearing a dark grey suit and yellow tie and smiling on a light gray background.

FSW Lands Former UCLA Assistant David Grace as Head Men's Basketball Coach

Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is proud to announce the hiring of David Grace as the next Head Coach of the Buccaneers Men's Basketball program. ...More

As the graduates prepare to cross the stage, their focus is already shifting beyond the ceremony to the communities they hope to serve.

Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s First Responders

The next time a fire engine pulls into a neighborhood or a rescue crew responds to a crash, one of the first responders on scene could be among the 41 students set to graduate next month from Florida SouthWestern State College’s Fire Fighter I/II Career Certificate program. ...More

FSW student artwork on display the Sanibel BIG ARTS gallery.

From Classroom to Gallery: FSW Students Transform Boredom into Professional Experiences

For many students, boredom is something to avoid. For a group of Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) students, it became the foundation for months of research, artistic exploration and creative discovery. ...More

FSW initiative offers provisional admission and waived application fees to Class of 2026 students.

FSW Sends Acceptance Letters to Thousands of Recent High School Graduates in Southwest Florida

For thousands of recent Southwest Florida high school graduates, a simple trip to the mailbox or inbox this month could mark the beginning of their college journey. Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is sending provisional acceptance letters to graduates across FSW’s service area for fall 2026. ...More

FSW EMS students respond to a mock emergency scene.

Celebrating FSW Alumni Serving Southwest Florida During EMS Week

When emergency calls come in across the region, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) alumni are among the emergency medical professionals answering the call to protect the families and communities they serve....More

FSW Student Ricardo Serrate-Chavez describing the research he is performing for the Collier Mosquito Control District.

Inside Florida's Mosquito Battle: FSW Students on Front Lines of Research

As Southwest Florida enters the rainy season, seasonal showers arrive and mosquito populations begin to surge. Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) students are stepping into roles that go far beyond traditional classroom learning. ...More

FSW students reported record satisfaction levels in 2026, reflecting growing confidence in the value, support, and academic experience offered at the college.

FSW Students Give College Highest Satisfaction Ratings in Survey History

Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) students are reporting record levels of satisfaction with their academic experience, according to the college’s 2026 AA Completer Survey. The results reflect growing momentum in student success, retention and completion rates across the institution. ...More

Mon Navarro, IIET program support specialist, gives an overview of the XR Suite technology to guests at the IIET grand opening.

Regional Healthcare Leaders Experience Immersive XR Training at FSW

As healthcare providers increasingly explore immersive technology to strengthen workforce training and staff development, organizations like Lee Health are turning to Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) to witness the technology in action.  ...More

FSW Nursing students train in the FSW Simulation Lab.

FSW Celebrates National Nurses Day with ACEN Accreditation for School of Nursing

On National Nurses Day, the atmosphere at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) felt especially meaningful. The School of Nursing marked a milestone that reflects years of work behind the scenes. The program has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. ...More