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Join us for this free series, lead by Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong Instructor.Tai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements — connecting the mind and body.Qi Gong involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being.Instructor: Nick KusturicDates/Times: October 7, 14, 21, 28 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm) November 4, 11, 18 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm) December 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm)

This all levels yoga class offers a balanced flow that meets you where you are, combining mindful movement, breath and gentle strength building for every body.Instructor: Kasey Geddis, YJ Certified Yoga InstructorDates/Times: October 2, 9, 16, 30 (No class 10/23) - (Thursdays, 9am-10am) November 6, 13, 20 (Thursdays, 9am-10am) December 4, 11, 18 (Thursdays, 9am-10am)

ALKA SAPAT- ALL DAY MEETING Marleen and Harold Forkas Alumni Center

Theresa Clare Wainwright: "Optimization of an Autonomous Underwater Landing Vehicle for Short-Term Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler Measurements"Committee Chair: Pierre-Phillippe Beaujean, Ph.D.Committee Members: Edgar An, Ph.D., and Manhar Dhanak, Ph.D.Date: 11/7/2025 at 9:00 AMIn Person: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus, Engineering West Building (EG-36), Room 187Virtual via Zoom - Contact chair for more details.

Fresh Friday will kick off first-generation student week. During the First-Gen Fresh Friday we will connect first-gen students with health and wellness services offered at Florida Atlantic. The following campus partners will be providing activities and prizes for first-gen students: Student Health Services, Owls Care Health Promotion, and CAPs. In addition, the First-Gen office will be providing food, swag, and a DJ.

Emma Hope Pua Abiri: "Assing the Role of Lead and Wax Shielding in Electron Beam Dose to Facial Dose"Committee Chair: Andreas Kyriakou, Ph.D.Committee Members: Brian Doozan, Ph.D., and Luc Wille, Ph.D.Date: 11/7/2025 at 2:00 PMIn Person: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Building (SE-43), Room 319

Julianna Pontoriero:" ACCOUNTING FOR THE FLASH REGION IN BREAST RADIOTHERAPY: HU OPTIMIZATION OF VIRTUAL BOLUS AND IMPACT OF BRASS MESH ON SKIN"Committee Chair: Andreas Kyriacou, Ph.D,, DABRCommittee Members: Brian Doozan Ph.D., DABR and Dr. Luc Wille Ph.D.Date: 11/7/2025 at 4:00 PMIn Person: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science (SE-43), Room 319

From precision to style to pure swagger, this NPHC showdown is all about who can command the floor and own the Paradise spotlight. Who will take the title? Come find out, and don’t forget to bring the hype!

High school students from around the state will perform side-by-side with members of the FAU Symphony Orchestra, directed by Laura Joella, DMA. Repertoire includes Mozart’s “Eine kleine Nachtmusik,” Fauré’s “Nocturne” from “Shylock,” Eric Whitacre’s “A Boy and a Girl,” and Brouwer’s “Beatlerianas” for guitar and string orchestra, featuring classical guitarist Juan Antonio Peña, DMA. Free concert.

This all levels integrative movement mat pilates class blends core-focused Pilates with functional movement patterns to enhance strength, flexibility and body awareness.Instructor: Ruth SandersDates/Times: October 6, 13, 27 (Mondays 10:30am-11:30am) November 3, 10, 17 (Mondays 10:30am-11:30am) December 1, 8, 15 (Mondays 10:30am-11:30am)

Join us for a guided mindfulness and breathwork class designed to calm the mind, deepen awareness and restore inner balance.Instructor: Heather Berg, E-RYT Dates/Times: November 7, 21 and December 5, 12, 19 (Fridays 10am-11am)

This all levels class will focus on strength, balance and resistance training incorporating energizing music and functional movements.Instructor: Madison Robelo, NASM-CPTDates/Times: October 7, 14, 21, 28 (Tuesdays 11:30am-12:30pm) November 4, 11, 18 (Tuesdays 11:30am-12:30pm) December 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays 11:30am-12:30pm)

Social Media's Healthiest Hits Join us in the MIIH kitchen where we will learn about recreating trending, health-focused recipes from social media, using nutrient dense, whole-food ingredients. Each session explores popular dishes with a focus on balanced nutrition, simple preparation and delicious flavors to inspire healthy cooking at home.Instructor: Rebecca Kastin, NBC-HWC Dates/Times: November 5, 12, 19 (Wednesday 11am-12pm)

Cheer on the Owls Football team at their Homecoming game Saturday, Nov. 8. Time TBA.Football schedule.

A magical open mic for children, where kids of all ages are invited to recite their favorite prose among an audience of pajama-clad peers. More information to come.

Join us for this free series, lead by Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong Instructor.Tai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements — connecting the mind and body.Qi Gong involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being.Instructor: Nick KusturicDates/Times: October 7, 14, 21, 28 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm) November 4, 11, 18 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm) December 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays 6pm-7pm)

This is the grand finale you don’t want to miss! Join us for the ultimate tailgate takeover filled with food, music, games, and Owl spirit everywhere you look. Then head into the stadium as we cheer our Owls to victory and crown the Homecoming Court winners under the bright lights.

This all levels yoga class offers a balanced flow that meets you where you are, combining mindful movement, breath and gentle strength building for every body.Instructor: Kasey Geddis, YJ Certified Yoga InstructorDates/Times: October 2, 9, 16, 30 (No class 10/23) - (Thursdays, 9am-10am) November 6, 13, 20 (Thursdays, 9am-10am) December 4, 11, 18 (Thursdays, 9am-10am)

Story-time Arts & Crafts promotes youth literacy through visual arts and crafts. In partnership with Barnes & Noble in Boca Raton, children and families create projects and engage in activities based on a read-aloud picture book. This biweekly event promotes community engagement in a fun and educational atmosphere. Everyone is welcome! The theme for this day is "Día de los Muertos"!