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Collier Campus Appoints New Dean

Jan 21, 2015

JANUARY 21, 2015 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – The Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) Collier Campus has appointed Gail Murphy as its new Campus Dean of Student Affairs and Academic Services.

“My lifelong passion is to facilitate and support student success,” Murphy said. “The FSW community has mastered the art of maximizing student potential, and I am honored to be a part of this extraordinary college community.”

Murphy has five years of experience at FSW, having served as dual enrollment specialist at the Thomas Edison (Lee) Campus in Fort Myers, and coordinator of adjunct faculty and academic services specialist at FSW Collier Campus. She also served as principal of Norfolk County Agricultural High School in Walpole, Mass. and was a career coordinator for the Quincy, Mass. school system.

“Gail’s background in student success and development is ideal for her new position. She is dedicated to helping students meet their educational and career goals and preparing them for success when they enter the workforce,” said Dr. Robert Jones, Collier Campus President/Regional Vice President Economic & Community Development. “This college and our students benefit from her enthusiasm and expertise.”

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Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving more than 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW will debut its intercollegiate athletics program in the fall 2015. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information. 

Last Updated: January 21, 2015