Sarah Newton: "Examining Relationships Between Sediment Nutrients & Halodule wrightii in the Southern Indian River Lagoon​"Committee Chair: Dr. Brian LapointeCommittee Members: Rachel Brewton, Ph.D, Michael McCoy, Ph.D., Cassondra Armstrong, Ph.D.Date: 03/28/2025 - 10:00AMIn Person/Virtual: Harbor Branch Campus, Building LE 246 & Remote Option (Contact chair for virtual information)

Assessing Trophic Pathways in the Southern Indian River Lagoon: Mapping Trophic Transfer Using Fatty Acid MarkersAdvisor: Dr. Malcolm McFarlandCommittee: Dr. Iris Segura-Garcia and Dr. Paul Wills

Joedeelee Rigdon: "ASSESSING TROPHIC PATHWAYS IN THE SOUTHERN INDIAN RIVER LAGOON USING FATTY ACID MARKERS"Committee Chair: Malcolm McFarland, Ph.DCommittee Members: Iris Segura-Garcia, Ph. D., Paul Wills, Ph. D.Date: 03/28/2025 - 1:00PMIn Person: Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution Link Building Room 103

Join us for the Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering Seminar Series every Friday @ 3 pm, Engineering West Room 162 or 187. This week we will have Vivek Prakash (U Miami).Zoom link: https://fau-edu.zoom.us/j/89891659908?pwd=mgMRRg8OAeclCezcZxiO2cxKEzsK4H.1Contact: Dr. Mike Kim (kimm@fau.edu)

The acclaimed FAU Wind Ensemble, conducted by Kyle Prescott, DMA, brings Mussorgsky’s epic Pictures at an Exhibition to life on our stage. From the first notes of the Promenade through the thunderous climax of the Great Gate at Kiev, this masterpiece is best appreciated in-person. The Wind Ensemble also gives the premiere of Scott McAllister’s “Death and Disfigurations” which the composer calls a “time capsule tone poem of our time.” Tickets $10.

The Florida Atlantic College of Business and the Palm Beach County Food Bank are joining forces for a fun-filled day of volunteering dedicated to alleviating hunger in our community. Through teamwork, energy, and a shared mission, we will pack bulk foods that will be redistributed to food-insecure families throughout Palm Beach County.Join us on Saturday, March 29th in the Sean Stein Pavilion at the College of Business on Florida Atlantic's Boca Raton campus. Volunteers will be packing bulk foods to be redistributed to food-insecure families.Who Can Volunteer?Florida Atlantic students (individuals, groups, and student organizations)Florida Atlantic faculty, staff, and alumniLocal community membersHow You’ll Help: Volunteers will work in assembly-line teams to weigh, sort, and package food for families in need. No prior experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to make a difference!Giving your time is a great way to give back!Shift Options:Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMAfternoon Shift: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMOr stay for the whole day!Why Volunteer?Give back to families in needEarn community service hoursConnect with fellow students, faculty, and local volunteersBe part of a meaningful initiative that makes a real difference

The Florida Atlantic Piano Department students present a delightful program featuring timeless classics and jazz piano compositions. Captivating selections showcase their remarkable talent. Directed by Irena Kofman, DMA. Tickets $10.

An undergraduate opportunityThe Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering (I-SENSE) hosts an intensive summer research program in sensing and smart systems for talented undergraduates from across the country. Projects will focus on: Infrastructure Systems, Marine and Environment, and Health and Behavior.This nine-week program emphasizes training, mentoring and research, preparing students for graduate studies or careers in science, technology, engineering or math disciplines. Work days will typically run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants (non-FAU students) are provided with on-campus housing and earn $600/week plus a $130 meal allowance/week.Applications close March 31, 2025Accepted participants will be notified by April 7, 2025Apply here.Learn more at www.fau.edu ⁄ isense ⁄ reu

Aislinn Cruz: "Community, Placemaking, and Preservation: Historic neighborhoods in West Palm Beach, Florida."Committee Chair: Maria Fadiman, Ph.D.Committee Members: Diana Mitsova, Ph.D. and Tobin Hindle, Ph.D.Date: 03/31/2025 - 9:30AMIn Person/Virtual: Boca Campus SE 413 / Contact Chair for virtual link

Farhin Shimu : “They Call Themselves Brave Women: An Analysis of Bangladeshi Women Bikers’ Narratives on Facebook”Committee Chair: Aaron Veenstra, Ph.D.Committee Members:1. Beatriz Nieto-Fernandez, Ph.D2. Daniel DeVinney, Ph.DDate: 03/31/2025 - 2:00PMIn Person: CU 128, Boca Raton

All Broward CampusesSupport survivors of sexual assault by donating a pair of jeans to the organizations "Women In Distress" and "AVDA" who provide support to those experiencing domestic abuse.

Participate in an artistic activity and decorate a piece of the mural for the FAU Broward campuses.

Join us for this free series, lead by Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong InstructorTai 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.When registering for this event you will be registering for all session dates and times listed below.Session Dates:4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/295/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27No classes JuneSession Times: Tuesdays, 6-7pmInstructor: Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong Instructor