News Desk
- AI in Retail: How to Spark Creativity and Improve Job SatisfactionA researcher from FAU's College of Education and collaborators explored how artificial intelligence enhances employee service innovation, job fit and job satisfaction in retail workplaces.
- Rising Childhood ADHD, Anxiety, ASD Linked to Caregiver Mental HealthSchmidt College of Medicine researchers examined trends in behavioral, mental and developmental disorders from 2019 to 2022 in U.S. children ages 6 to 11 and linked the disorders to caregiver mental health.
- Inaugural Winners of Biotech Bridge Hackathon AnnouncedFAU's Center for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, within the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, has announced the inaugural winners of its Biotech Bridge Hackathon.
- FAU Joins the Nation's Most Elite Research Universities and CollegesFlorida Atlantic now holds the esteemed designation of 'R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production' by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Academic & Campus Life
- Inaugural Winners of Biotech Bridge Hackathon AnnouncedFAU's Center for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, within the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, has announced the inaugural winners of its Biotech Bridge Hackathon.
- 'Frontiers in Science' Presents Lecture on Safeguarding our CoastlinesThe 2025 Schmidt College of Science "Frontiers in Science Public Lecture Series" at FAU will host "Future-Proofing Our Coasts: Leveraging Science for a Sustainable Tomorrow," on Feb. 19.
- FAU Board of Trustees Select Adam Hasner to be Eighth PresidentThe Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees voted unanimously to select Adam Hasner the university's eighth president.
- Cameron G. Duncan, Ph.D., Named Dean of FAU Lynn College of NursingFAU has named Cameron G. Duncan, Ph.D., as the new Holli Rockwell Trubinsky Eminent Dean of the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing. Duncan is the fourth dean in the college's 45-year history.
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."
- OLLI at FAU Presents Bob Woodward and Carl BernsteinOsher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida Atlantic University presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein.
- FAU Receives Gift to Support Theater Performances and Arts EducationFAU's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters has received a significant gift from the Edith and Martin Stein Family Foundation to support performances and arts education at the university's Theatre Lab.
FAU Athletics
- Florida Atlantic Joins Nation's Most Elite Research Universities and CollegesFlorida Atlantic University has officially established itself among the most prestigious colleges and universities in the United States for its notable accomplishments in research. It now holds the esteemed designation of "R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and shares this status with less than 5% of the nearly 4,000 universities in the U.S.
- Inside the Owls' Burrow S9, EP23BOCA 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 23 first airs on Thursday, Feb. 13, at 6 p.m. It will re-air on Friday, Feb. 14 at 11 p.m. and again on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 1:30 p.m.
- Women's Basketball and Softball are a Focus of this Week's Radio ShowBOCA RATON, Fla. – The Florida Atlantic Coaches Show, presented by Duffy's Sports Grill, continues the 2024-25 schedule on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 6-7 p.m. at the Duffy's Sports Grill on St. Andrew's Boulevard in Boca Raton.
- This Week's Radio Show Hits on a Touch of SpringBOCA RATON, Fla. – The Florida Atlantic Coaches Show, presented by Duffy's Sports Grill, continues the 2024-25 schedule on Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 6-7 p.m. at the Duffy's Sports Grill on St. Andrew's Boulevard in Boca Raton.
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
- AI in Retail: How to Spark Creativity and Improve Job SatisfactionA researcher from FAU's College of Education and collaborators explored how artificial intelligence enhances employee service innovation, job fit and job satisfaction in retail workplaces.
- Rising Childhood ADHD, Anxiety, ASD Linked to Caregiver Mental HealthSchmidt College of Medicine researchers examined trends in behavioral, mental and developmental disorders from 2019 to 2022 in U.S. children ages 6 to 11 and linked the disorders to caregiver mental health.
- FAU Joins the Nation's Most Elite Research Universities and CollegesFlorida Atlantic now holds the esteemed designation of 'R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production' by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
- Study Takes a 'Bite' Out of Shark Depredation Using Citizen ScienceShark depredation is a rising issue in recreational fishing, especially in Florida. Now, FAU Harbor Branch researchers have identified Florida's ocean 'bandits' and the most common depredated species.
Student Announcements
- SPOT (Student Perception of Teaching) Spring 2025 First Half DatesSPOT is an anonymous and effective tool given at the end of each term to help evaluate the quality of instruction and improve the university’s education standards. February 18 – 27 | Fill out your SPOT today!
- SPOT (Student Perception of Teaching) Spring 2025 First Half DatesOPEN DATE – Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 12:01 a.m.CLOSE DATE – Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. SPOT is an anonymous and effective tool given at the end of each term to help evaluate the quality of instruction… Read more ›
- 9th Annual 3-Minute Thesis CompetitionFlorida Atlantic Graduate College will host the University’s 9th Annual Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT®) live, in-person at the Boca Raton Campus Student Union this Spring 2025! The 3MT® competition challenges graduate students around the world to pitch their research in only… Read more ›
- Celebrate Every Body WeekJoin us for events, giveaways, resources, and more! Celebrate Every Body Week is an annual call to action to challenge unrealistic body ideals to promote wellbeing. Learn about acceptance of all bodies, regardless of size, shape, skin tone, gender, and… 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
- SUTURE WORKSHOP: W/ SGU SCHOOL OF MEDICINEJoin AMWA at FAU, in collaboration with St. George’s University School of Medicine, for an exclusive Suturing Workshop designed just for our members! Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM Location: Student Union, UN - 31 Grand Palm Room 4 Sharpen your skills with practical suturing techniques and enjoy great food and fun while connecting with fellow members! ✨ Member Exclusive Event — Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and network! Follow @FAUAMWA on instagram for more updates. ***Note: This event is exclusive to members who have paid their dues.
- AMWA Breast Cancer WalkJoin the Team: FAU AMWA at Making Strides Against Breast Cancer! Join us for a meaningful event as we participate in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at Sunset Cove Amphitheater at 7:30am . This inspiring gathering is dedicated to raising funds for the American Cancer Society, supporting vital services and lifesaving research. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Scan the QR code to join or donate to our team!
University Press
- Beach Volleyball: Preseason polls rank Owls at No. 16Florida Atlantic University’s beach volleyball team announced via Instagram on Feb. 18 that they have been ranked No. 16, per the American Volleyball Coaches Association preseason coaches poll. Coaches awarded the Owls 131 points. Head coach Steve Grotowski said that the poll’s are voted on by coaches so it’s hard to predict how exact they...
- FAU’s burrowing owl relocation sparks student backlash and concernStudents are speaking out against Florida Atlantic University’s decision to relocate burrowing owls after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) approved a permit to clear space for the construction of the new residence hall set to open in 2026. While the FFWCC permits FAU to “non-lethally harass” the owls from their campus habitat,...
- Softball: FAU goes 3-2 in the Joan Joyce ClassicThe No. 25 Florida Atlantic University Owls softball team (9-2) finished the Joan Joyce Classic with a 4-0 loss to the Louisville University Cardinals (7-3) in the final game of the classic. “We brought some really good teams in here,” said head coach Jordan Clark following the loss to Louisville on Sunday. “And for it...
- Men’s Basketball: FAU claims the battle of the Owls with comeback 83-81 win over TempleFor the first time this season, on Feb. 16, the Florida Atlantic University Owls (15-10, 8-4 AAC) traveled to play the Temple University Owls (14-12, 6-7 AAC) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the Liacouras Center. Despite holding a 10-1 prior winning record at home, Temple fell short and FAU won with an end score of 83-81....
Staff Announcements
- SPOT (Student Perception of Teaching) Spring 2025 First Half DatesOPEN DATE – Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 12:01 a.m.CLOSE DATE – Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. SPOT is an anonymous and effective tool given at the end of each term to help evaluate the quality of instruction… Read more ›
- 9th Annual 3-Minute Thesis CompetitionFlorida Atlantic Graduate College will host the University’s 9th Annual Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT®) live, in-person at the Boca Raton Campus Student Union this Spring 2025! The 3MT® competition challenges graduate students around the world to pitch their research in only… Read more ›
- Celebrate Every Body WeekJoin us for events, giveaways, resources, and more! Celebrate Every Body Week is an annual call to action to challenge unrealistic body ideals to promote wellbeing. Learn about acceptance of all bodies, regardless of size, shape, skin tone, gender, and… Read more ›
- PLAI at the Faculty PLAIGROUNDFriday, February 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join us twice a month for AI exploration in the PLAIGROUND at the Center for Online and Continuing Education. No expertise necessary. For Feb. 21 register here for in person or online Boca Raton Campus, come… Read more ›
System & Network Status
- Duo SMS/Telephony Authentication unavailableOur two factor authentication Duo is currently experiencing an issue causing SMS and Phone Call delivery failures. The vendor is currently investigating and a status is available at https://status.duo.com/ Duo Mobile push notifications continue to function as normal and we… Read more ›
- UPDATE: Network Maintenance – Building GS 2 February 6th between 6-7amUpdate: We are aware there is an issue in GS 2 with the phones and currently working to resolve as soon as possible.————————————————————————— OIT will be performing network maintenance in building GS 2 tomorrow February 6th between 6-7am. During this… Read more ›
- Banner Self-Service Maintenance, Thursday, February 6th @ 8:30AM to 9:30AMWe will be performing maintenance on the Banner Self-Service system this upcoming Thursday, starting at 8:30AM and ending 9:30AM. Due to OIT having to coordinate with multiple vendor resources, this maintenance has to be performed during working hours. This maintenance… Read more ›
- 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, 2/06/2025 from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM during… 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.
- FAU Hosts ABC's 'Sharks' for First-of-its-Kind CompetitionThe judges of ABC's "Shark Tank" will be coming to Florida Atlantic University for its very own CrocTank, the first-of-its-kind live event on Dec. 4 at the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium.
- FAU Tech Runway® Hosts 2024 Maverick ReceptionFlorida Atlantic University's Tech Runway® will host its 2024 Maverick Reception on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at its site, 901 NW 35th St., Boca Raton campus.