News Desk
- 'Ding-Dong:' A Study Finds Specific Neurons With an Immune DoorbellFAU neuroscientists have identified that the receptor IL-1R1 plays a critical role in enabling neurons to directly communicate with the immune system.
- Qigong Significantly Decreases Chronic Low Back Pain in U.S. VeteransFAU researchers explored qigong, a Chinese practice combining gentle movements, breathing, and meditation, and assessed its impact on biopsychosocial outcomes on veterans with chronic low back pain.
Academic & Campus Life
- FAU Cuts Ribbon on Renovated CAPS CenterFAU President joined university staff and students for the Counseling And Psychological Services (CAPS) Center's official ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its recently renovated space
- Lewis S. Nelson, M.D., Named Dean of FAU Schmidt College of MedicineFlorida Atlantic University has named Lewis S. Nelson, M.D., as the new dean of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.
Arts & Culture
- 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."
FAU Athletics
- Inside the Owls' Burrow S9, EP21BOCA RATON, Fla. - Florida Atlantic's Inside the Owls' Burrow is in its ninth season. The show originates on FanDuel Sports Network Florida (formerly Bally Sports Florida) and can also be viewed on fausports.com and YouTube. Episode 21 first airs on Thursday, Jan 16, at 6 p.m. It will re-air on Friday, Jan. 17 at 5:30 p.m. and again on Saturday, Jan. 18 at 11:30 a.m.
- Athletics Ends 2024 with Another Strong Semester in the ClassroomBOCA RATON, Fla. – Florida Atlantic Athletics rang out 2024 by celebrating its December graduates, while achieving a department-wide cumulative GPA of 3.23 in the fall semester – the 19th consecutive semester with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better and sixth consecutive above 3.1.
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
- 'Ding-Dong:' A Study Finds Specific Neurons With an Immune DoorbellFAU neuroscientists have identified that the receptor IL-1R1 plays a critical role in enabling neurons to directly communicate with the immune system.
- Qigong Significantly Decreases Chronic Low Back Pain in U.S. VeteransFAU researchers explored qigong, a Chinese practice combining gentle movements, breathing, and meditation, and assessed its impact on biopsychosocial outcomes on veterans with chronic low back pain.
Student Announcements
- Mandatory Course Entry QuizStudents are REQUIRED to complete a Mandatory Course Entry Quiz (MCEQ direct link) for ALL registered courses every semester at FAU. Quizzes are available on Canvas during the start of the term for each course. Learn more here.
- Free Poetry Workshop: “Ode to Boca”The English department is hosting a free poetry workshop for anyone interested in writing an “Ode to Boca” in conjunction with the city’s centennial celebration this year. The workshop is cosponsored by O! Miami and will be led by the… Read more ›
Owl Central News
- ASA Master Group will be hosting a Welcome-back Coffee Networking Event on January 15th!Dear ASA Member, The FAU School of Accounting ASA Master Group is excited to host the Welcome-back Coffee Networking for the Spring 2025 semester on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The event is exclusive to current Master of Accounting students. While RSVP is not required, please email us (jcatto2021@fau.edu) for detailed venue information. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Best regards, ASA Master Group Team
- RSVP for the MAcc Graduation Banquet Lunch today!Dear ASA member, The FAU School of Accounting and Accounting Student Association (Master Group) are excited to announce the inaugural MAcc Graduation Banquet Lunch on Wed, December 11, 2024 (11:30 am) to celebrate the December 2024 graduates and Summer 2024 graduates. The event is exclusive to Master of Accounting students and graduates. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by Wednesday, December 4th, 11:59 p.m., via: jcatto2021@fau.edu Best regards, ASA Team
University Press
- Hockey: FAU Division II teammates make College Hockey South All-Star Europe TeamCollege Hockey South (CHS) is a nonprofit hockey conference that hosts men’s and women’s hockey within the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). CHS hosts over 30 schools and 50 teams spanning eight southern United States. Florida Atlantic University’s own Division II and Division III hockey club teams make up a part of the conference. Last spring,...
- Meet Dalton Tice: FAU alumnus and content creator after God’s heartDalton Tice uses his social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, to inspire thousands of his followers with messages of religion, hope and faith — instead of following popular trends online. A Florida Atlantic University marketing alumnus, Tice said his journey to producing Christian–based content began a year and a half ago when he...
Staff Announcements
- Free Poetry Workshop: “Ode to Boca”The English department is hosting a free poetry workshop for anyone interested in writing an “Ode to Boca” in conjunction with the city’s centennial celebration this year. The workshop is cosponsored by O! Miami and will be led by the… Read more ›
- Drug Free Campus Announcement – Spring 2025Florida Atlantic 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… Read more ›
System & Network Status
- [RESOLVED] Issue with outbound calls on Davie CampusDavie phones are having issues making outbound calls. If there is an emergency please use a cellular device. We are actively working with the service provider to resolve the issue.
- [RESOLVED] – Single Sign-On Interruption – Unsupported RequestUPDATE 01/06/25 10:45AM: Our team identified the issue, and it has been corrected. Maintenance will be done later tonight to ensure this issue does not happen again. ORIGINAL MESSAGE: Some users may get the following message when trying to login… Read more ›
University Initiatives
- Tech Runway Entrepreneur Wins Funding from 'Sharks' at FAU's CrocTankAn entrepreneur from Florida Atlantic University's Tech Runway was offered $250,000 during CrocTank, a first-of-its-kind live business pitch event recently hosted with the judges from ABC's show "Shark Tank."
- FAU Awarded $6M Grant to Expand Marcus Institute of Integrative HealthThe grant from the late Bernie Marcus and The Marcus Foundation will enable the FAU Marcus Institute of Integrative Health to expand its operations to provide more services and conduct more research.