Originally founded in 1997 as "The Eagle" newspaper, the media group now publishes a weekly newspaper, a website, and TV/radio programming when classes are in session. In 2017, the Student Media Advisory Board recognized Eagle News, ENTV and Eagle Radio jointly as Eagle Media, FGCU's only student-led media program.
== Campus demographics ==
Florida Gulf Coast University is listed as a census-designated place (CDP) in 2020 for statistical purposes. It is part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.
== Notable alumni ==
Eli Abaev, professional basketball player
Jacob Barnes, professional baseball player
Richard Bleier, professional baseball player
Sherwood Brown, professional basketball player
Matt Caldwell, former member of the Florida House of Representatives
Don Carman, professional baseball player
Ross Chastain, professional racecar driver
Casey Coleman, professional baseball player
Kutter Crawford, professional baseball player
Dane Eagle, member of the Florida House of Representatives
Tiffany …