New FGCU president aims to carry on predecessor’s momentum

Aysegul Timur’s steady rise in higher education has led her to a career-defining leadership moment.

Aysegul Timur was selected by the FGCU board of trustees May 4 to be the school's next president.
Aysegul Timur was selected by the FGCU board of trustees May 4 to be the school's next president.
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Longtime Southwest Florida higher education leader Aysegul Timur likes to say she’s guided by three Ps: passion, partnerships and performance. As of July 1, she can also add a fourth P: president. 

 

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