News Desk
- 'Eye' on Health: AI Detects Dizziness and Balance Disorders RemotelyFAU researchers and collaborators have developed a cost-effective, AI-powered system for diagnosing nystagmus - a condition causing involuntary eye movements - using smartphone videos and cloud-based analysis.
- Study Explores Barriers and Trends in Cannabis Use Disorder TreatmentA study over a 16-year period by FAU researchers shows a troubling decline in treatment for cannabis use disorder and reveals why most people with the disorder don't seek help.
- FAU Achieves R1 Status, Receive Carnegie Opportunity DesignationFlorida Atlantic University has been recognized for its leadership on two essential fronts: advancing science and discovery for the nation and prioritizing student access and success.
- Fixing the Leak: An Opioid Treatment for Dopamine Disorders?A breakthrough by FAU researchers shows that blocking the kappa opioid receptor improves behavioral deficits tied to ADHD, autism and bipolar disorder, providing a potentially safer yet effective treatment.
Academic & Campus Life
- FAU Achieves R1 Status, Receive Carnegie Opportunity DesignationFlorida Atlantic University has been recognized for its leadership on two essential fronts: advancing science and discovery for the nation and prioritizing student access and success.
- $1M Gift to Create Internships in Nation's Capital, President's FundFlorida Atlantic University has received a $1 million gift from an anonymous donor to fund semester-long internships for students in Washington, D.C.
- MediaLab@FAU Partnership with PolCom, Mainstreet Sees Polls PublishedFlorida Atlantic University's MediaLab@FAU has seen continued success obtaining coverage for its students' original reporting.
- FAU to Offer 2025 Summer CampsFlorida Atlantic University will host a series of summer camps beginning in June.
Arts & Culture
- FAU Harbor Branch to Host Film FestivalFlorida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute will host a day of the 2025 International Ocean Film Festival Florida tour on Saturday, June 7, from 1 to 5 p.m.
- FAU Receives $2.6 Million to Expand Hillel on the Boca Raton CampusFAU received a gift commitment of $2.6 million from Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach for the Hillel space within the S.E. Wimberly Library on its Boca Raton campus.
- FAU Researcher Receives Grant for 'Somaesthetics of Atmosphere'Richard Shusterman, Ph.D., in FAU's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, has received a grant to explore a recent topic in the humanities and arts that commands growing attention - "atmosphere."
- OLLI at FAU Presents Bob Woodward and Carl BernsteinOsher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida Atlantic University presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein.
FAU Athletics
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Parking & Transportation
- Welcome to the Fall 2023 Semester!Business Services- Parking & Transportation Services FACULTY AND STAFF ePermits for Faculty and Staff will be available starting August 3rd. Click Here and follow the prompts to register. License plate numbers serve as the vehicle identifier (license plates do not have the letter… Read more ›
- Important AnnouncementTo the FAU Community, We are excited about the new academic year for our residential communities. Fall 2023 move-in will occur from Tuesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 19, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. · First-Year Students: Aug. 15… Read more ›
Research
- 'Eye' on Health: AI Detects Dizziness and Balance Disorders RemotelyFAU researchers and collaborators have developed a cost-effective, AI-powered system for diagnosing nystagmus - a condition causing involuntary eye movements - using smartphone videos and cloud-based analysis.
- Study Explores Barriers and Trends in Cannabis Use Disorder TreatmentA study over a 16-year period by FAU researchers shows a troubling decline in treatment for cannabis use disorder and reveals why most people with the disorder don't seek help.
- Fixing the Leak: An Opioid Treatment for Dopamine Disorders?A breakthrough by FAU researchers shows that blocking the kappa opioid receptor improves behavioral deficits tied to ADHD, autism and bipolar disorder, providing a potentially safer yet effective treatment.
- FAU Data Analysis: Falling Rates Bring Some Relief to BanksFalling interest rates brought some relief to banks' portfolios for unrealized losses on investment securities, according to a data analysis from a finance professor at Florida Atlantic University.
Student Announcements
- Parking Garage III Summer ClosureDue to upcoming construction, Parking Garage III on the Boca Raton campus will close on Saturday, June 14, at 5 p.m. It is expected to re-open Friday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.
- Summer 2025 Community Creative Writing Workshop: Documentary PoetryJune 11 – July 30, Wednesday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m., Boca Raton campus. Open to writers of all levels. Reach out to Erin Kiley at ekiley1@fau.edu for registration information. Learn more here.
- Summer 2025 Drug Free NotificationFAU is committed to providing a campus environment free from alcohol abuse and the illegal use of alcohol and other drugs. FAU has adopted and implemented programs that seek to prevent the illicit use of drugs and alcohol abuse by university community members. FAU… Read more ›
- Florida Atlantic Night at Inter Miami CFInter Miami CF is excited to host Florida Atlantic University faculty, staff, students and alumni at Chase Stadium on July 12th for College Night. https://www.gofevo.com/event/FAUNight
Owl Central News
- Apply for the BPW Scholarship House Today!Are you interested in living in the only scholarship house on campus? Apply for the Business & Professional Women's Scholarship House today! The BPWSH is a cooperative living/learning facility where 17 women share leadership experience and develop life skills and community responsibilities. Applications are submitted on a rolling basis. Link to Apply: https://fau.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/123028
- Visual Story tellers club meetingJoin us every Friday at 3pm in room 337 of the Arts and letters building for our weekly Visual Storytellers meeting. At the moment our team is working on a visual novel titled " Can I find a girl who isn't a bug monster in a world invaded by praying mantis shapeshifters". We welcome all 2D artists, 3D artists, SFX, environment artists, script writers, or any other talent you have that may help.
- Meeting of the MindsLearn more about some of the research going on in the College of Engineering and Computer Science! Students will have the opportunity to ask the professors questions about their academic journeys and the incredible research they've conducted Refreshments will be provided while supplies last
- Flower FestStudents will craft beautiful flowers using pipe cleaners and learn about exciting opportunities in undergraduate research. Refreshments will be provided!
University Press
- Column: How a UP editor’s journey to Israel changed her worldviewWhat was originally a ten-day geopolitical trip to Israel unexpectedly turned into a two-week self-discovery journey to step out of my comfort zone as a college student. A study from the University of California shows that students who go abroad are more likely to be open-minded, emotionally stable and diligent when they return. As an...
- Active threat reported near FAU’s Jupiter campus, quickly clearedFlorida Atlantic University sent an announcement on Tuesday at 6:47 p.m., warning of an active threat near Jupiter’s John D. MacArthur campus. The message stated “Run, Hide, Fight,” which is the university’s active shooter procedure. Another alert went out at 7:09 p.m., giving an “all clear,” stating there were no threats on campus and that...
- Golf: Jake Hibbert finishes strong despite setbacks at Hawkstone QualifierFlorida Atlantic University’s Jake Hibbert was among the many golfers who teed it up this month as the first stages of the U.S. Open qualifying got underway across the country. He competed at Hawkstone Country Club in Gainesville, Florida, one of 110 sites where amateur and professional golfers alike looked to secure a spot in...
- Softball: FAU wins first regional game in nine yearsOn May 16, Florida Atlantic’s softball team (44-10, 23-4 AAC) competed against the Georgia Tech University Yellow Jackets (27-22, 10-11 ACC) in the Gainesville Regional at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium, coming out victorious after eight innings with a final score of 5-4. While the Owls have not matched up against the Yellow Jackets since 2015,...
Staff Announcements
- Parking Garage III Summer ClosureDue to upcoming construction, Parking Garage III on the Boca Raton campus will close on Saturday, June 14, at 5 p.m. It is expected to re-open Friday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.
- Summer 2025 Community Creative Writing Workshop: Documentary PoetryJune 11 – July 30, Wednesday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m., Boca Raton campus. Open to writers of all levels. Reach out to Erin Kiley at ekiley1@fau.edu for registration information. Learn more here.
- Summer 2025 Drug Free NotificationFAU is committed to providing a campus environment free from alcohol abuse and the illegal use of alcohol and other drugs. FAU has adopted and implemented programs that seek to prevent the illicit use of drugs and alcohol abuse by university community members. FAU… Read more ›
- Faculty/Staff Softball League Registration Open!Campus Recreation is committed to finding new ways to support our students, faculty, and staff populations. Florida Atlantic Campus Recreation Sport Programs would like to cordially invite you to participate in our new Faculty/Staff Sports League Initiative. This program begins with… Read more ›
System & Network Status
- UPDATE: Single-Sign On Test UnavailableAt this time Single Sign-on Test (SSOT) is functioning and users should be able to sign-in to TEST systems. We are currently monitoring the situation and will update if it changes. ————————————————————————————————————— We are currently experiencing issues with Single-Sign On… Read more ›
- NETWORK MAINTENANCE – All Campuses on Thursday, May 15th from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m.OIT will be performing network maintenance affecting all campuses from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15th. During this time, all campuses will experience an interruption in connectivity to the Internet and to internal network-based services.
- OIT Systems MaintenanceOffice of Information Technology will be performing routine systems maintenance which includes but is not limited to rebooting Windows servers as deemed necessary, installing critical patches and other health checks on Thursday, 5/08/2025 from 12:00 AM to 9:00 AM during… Read more ›
- [RESOLVED]Banner admin and self-service unavailableThe cause was identified and resolved. All services have been restored. _____________________________________________________________________________ We have received reports that banner is unavailable. We are currently working with our vendor to investigate and resolve as soon as possible. We will provide updates as… Read more ›
University Initiatives
- The Runway at Florida Atlantic Announces 15th Venture ClassThe Runway at Florida Atlantic recently accepted 17 companies to participate in the 15th cohort of its Venture Program.
- FAU's Innovation Awards Celebrate Ingenuity, EntrepreneurshipFlorida Atlantic University's recent Innovation Awards awarded more than $55,000 in prizes across four innovation and entrepreneurship competitions.
- FAU Student's FireCodes AI Wins Business Pitch CompetitionA mechanical engineering student has won the 17th annual Business Pitch Competition at Florida Atlantic University for his artificial intelligence system on fire codes.
- FAU Named an Opportunity University by the Carnegie ClassificationsFAU has been designated as an "Opportunity College and University" by the Carnegie Classifications, recognized as an institution that serves as a model for studying how campuses can foster student success.