S3. Florida Gulf Coast University, The Founder’s Story

Event Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Event Time: 10:00 am
Event End Time: 1:00 pm
Event Category / Group: iLife / Fitness & Activities
Event Location: Florida Gulf Coast University

S3. Florida Gulf Coast University, The Founder’s Story
March 13, 2017 - 10:30-1:00 pm
Description: Dr. Roy McTarnaghan was Vice-Chancellor of the State University System of Florida and was deeply involved in the planning and development for Florida Gulf Coast University including its legislative approval in 1991. He subsequently served as Founding President of FGCU helping develop the land use plan, establishing a private foundation for fund-raising, hiring of faculty and staff and establishing of policies including non-tenure appointments for faculty, required public service experience for students, a PBS Radio and TV station, and a significant commitment to online and distance learning. The university’s enrollment is presently 15,000
Designed for: Members interested in learning more about the history of FGCU and the opportunities available for Spring Run members
Facilitator: Roy McTarnaghan