News Desk
- FAU Lab Schools Shine Nationwide in Niche RankingsA.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School ranked among the best in the country and state, according to Niche in its 2026 rankings.
- FAU Joins Neuroarts Academic Network to Bridge Art, Brain and HealingFAU will help to lead this global effort to harness aesthetic experiences for brain health, as one of just two Florida universities and about 35 worldwide in the network's initial working group.
- Chatbots the New 'Doc?' Exploring AI in Health Behavior CoachingChanging habits is tough. AI tools like ChatGPT now simulate motivational interviewing (MI), showing promise - but can they match MI's core and spark lasting change? FAU researchers explore the potential.
- FAU's MBA in Sport Management Ranks Third in Global RankingsFlorida Atlantic University's MBA in Sport Management program online ranked No. 3 worldwide for 2025, according to SportBusiness, a London-based sports intelligence and analysis firm.
Academic & Campus Life
- FAU Lab Schools Shine Nationwide in Niche RankingsA.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School ranked among the best in the country and state, according to Niche in its 2026 rankings.
- FAU's MBA in Sport Management Ranks Third in Global RankingsFlorida Atlantic University's MBA in Sport Management program online ranked No. 3 worldwide for 2025, according to SportBusiness, a London-based sports intelligence and analysis firm.
- FAU Joins Top 100 of U.S. News & World Report's 2026 ListFlorida Atlantic University moved up to No. 100 in the U.S. News & World Report list of "Top Public Schools" for 2026, rising from No. 103 in last year's ranking of the nation's best universities.
- FAU High School Merit Scholars on the RiseThe class of 2026 at FAU High School continues to exemplify outstanding academic achievements, with 23 seniors named as National Merit Scholar semifinalists, and 43 designated as "commended students."
Arts & Culture
- FAU Hosts 'The Florida Jewish Experience' SymposiumThe Jewish Studies Program in Florida Atlantic University's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters presents "The Florida Jewish Experience" symposium.
- FAU Professors Receive Latin Grammy NominationFlorida Atlantic University professors Alejandro Sánchez-Samper and Matt Baltrucki of the Department of Music have received their fifth Latin Grammy nomination for the album "Milonguín."
- FAU Theatre Lab Celebrates Seven Carbonell Award Finalist NominationsFlorida Atlantic University's Theatre Lab has been recognized with seven Carbonell Award finalist nominations, highlighting the company's excellence in new work development and theatrical artistry.
- The Jerusalem Ballet Comes to Florida AtlanticFlorida Atlantic University's Department of Theatre and Dance in the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters presents the Jerusalem Ballet
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
- Chatbots the New 'Doc?' Exploring AI in Health Behavior CoachingChanging habits is tough. AI tools like ChatGPT now simulate motivational interviewing (MI), showing promise - but can they match MI's core and spark lasting change? FAU researchers explore the potential.
- Study First to Show if Nesting Heat Affects Sea Turtle Hatchling 'IQ'FAU researchers are the first to train loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings in a maze using visual cues to test their learning and ability, and to determine if high nest temperatures impair their cognition.
- FAU Lands EPA Grant to Use Genetics in Florida Bay Sponge RestorationFunded by the U.S. EPA, the project marks the first genetic assessment of sponge recovery in the region, with broad implications for ecosystem health and economically important species like the spiny lobster.
- Single Drug Shows Promise to Treat PTSD, Pain, and Alcohol MisuseA study by the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine showed that the drug PPL-138 reduced anxiety, pain, and alcohol misuse in rats with PTSD-like symptoms by targeting specific opioid receptors in the brain.
Student Announcements
- Jain Philosophy ConferenceThe philosophy of Jainism, one of the world’s oldest living traditions, offers a rich tapestry of complex and fascinating ideas with profound relevance for life and policy today. From abstract questions about how to discern truth in a multifaceted reality… Read more ›
- No-Cost Flu Vaccines for Florida Atlantic StudentsIt’s flu season! Florida Atlantic Student Health Services makes it easy to get your influenza vaccine by offering no-cost flu vaccines to FAU students at our three campus clinics. To schedule an appointment, please call 561-297-3512, or use our on-line… Read more ›
- Show Your School Pride—Shop Your College Gear!College merchandise is now available through our Campus Store’s online shop. To find your college, simply use the search bar on the site. If you don’t see your college merchandise listed, please contact Kelly O’Donnell, Campus Store Manager, at k.odonnell@follett.com to have it… Read more ›
- CMBB Lecture Series: Superfoods in Cancer and ObesityJoin Linda Gutierrez, M.D., Professor of Biology, Department of Biology and Earth Systems Science, Wilks University, as she discusses superfoods in cancer and obesity. The event is slated for 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Mon., Oct. 6 at the Research Facility… Read more ›
Owl Central News
- Anti Hazing Event informationThe Anti Hazing event organization will be on September 25th on Thursday at 6-7pm at the Student Union, Barry Kaye Auditorium. Officers are encouraged to come, other club members are as well too! as your president, I will be there! see ya then! as well, please look out for when the first unofficial screening is for Moonlight. I will send an old school email shortly, Monday after 5pm President, Owl Film Club
- September 2025 Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/44e5682b9c73/october-newsletter-amwa-fau-12750282
- First Screening: MoonlightOur first screening is Moonlight some time next week, please keep look out of more information at the end of this week as followed. This is going to be an unofficial event!
- Women's Club Softball TryoutsThe Women's Club Softball team will be holding tryouts for the upcoming season! Tryouts will be Sunday Sepetmber 7th, Monday September 8th, and Tuesday September 9th! If you are interested join our GroupMe located in the bio of our Instagram. We will be updating it will all the tryout information. We are excited to meet everyone at tryouts! If you have anyquestions, please email mdutton2024@fau.edu
University Press
- University Press staff predict Rice as the “better Owl” ahead of Saturday’s gameThe Florida Atlantic Owls (1-3, 0-1 AC) will look to bounce back from their conference-opening loss to Memphis last week, when they travel to Houston on Saturday to face the Rice Owls (3-2, 1-1 AC), marking FAU’s second American Athletic Conference matchup of the season. With the youngest head coach in college football, Zach Kittley,...
- FAU SG shutdown: Petition temporarily halts Boca House proceedingsFAU’s Student Government Student Court issued a 72-hour Emergency Stay Order on Thursday, pausing all proceedings of the Boca Raton House of Representatives and delaying certification of election results until Oct. 7. The response comes after former Boca Campus Governor Raymond Adderly filed a petition against Student Body Vice President Kade Salzer, following the release...
- FAU students unsure what Student Government actually doesFAU’s Student Government Association plays a key role in representing students, managing campus resources, and providing leadership opportunities. Yet, many students say they are unaware of what the organization actually does. To understand how students perceive SG, the University Press asked several students across campus about their familiarity with the organization. Some had a clear...
- Florida Atlantic’s Alpha Tau Omega fraternity raises over $22,000 for veteran rehabilitationFlorida Atlantic University’s Alpha Tau Omega Eta Mu chapter, the first fraternity on Boca Raton’s campus, raised more than $22,000 for The 22 Project, a nonprofit organization that supports veterans impacted by traumatic brain injuries. The initiative served as a part of the chapter’s philanthropy week, with fundraising efforts concluding on Oct. 1 after two...
Staff Announcements
- Jain Philosophy ConferenceThe philosophy of Jainism, one of the world’s oldest living traditions, offers a rich tapestry of complex and fascinating ideas with profound relevance for life and policy today. From abstract questions about how to discern truth in a multifaceted reality… Read more ›
- 2025 Benefits Health FairFlorida Atlantic University is hosting the annual State Employee Benefits Health Fair on Monday, October 20, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Live Oak Pavilion (LO-31B) on the Boca Raton campus. This event offers a valuable… Read more ›
- Neuroscience Seminar Series: Examining the Clinical Neuroscience of Post-traumatic Stress DisorderJoin Alan K. Peterson, Ph.D., ABPP, professor and director of the STRONG STAR Consortium, The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center, for a discussion on Examining the Clinical Neuroscience of Post traumatic Stress Disorder. The event is slated… Read more ›
- CMBB Lecture Series: Superfoods in Cancer and ObesityJoin Linda Gutierrez, M.D., Professor of Biology, Department of Biology and Earth Systems Science, Wilks University, as she discusses superfoods in cancer and obesity. The event is slated for 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Mon., Oct. 6 at the Research Facility… Read more ›
System & Network Status
- [COMPLETED]Network Maintenance – October 2nd from 12:00 a.m. until 3:00 a.m.The network maintenance scheduled for this morning has been completed.
- [Resolved] Errors Accessing Microsoft Services2025/10/01 @ 10:00 am – We determined this was caused by a security policy affecting a very limited number of users. The policy has been adjusted to prevent the issue. 2025/10/01 @9:45 am – As of this morning, a limited… Read more ›
- Issue signing into Office Apps on Windows ComputersWe have identified an issue with Duo Authentication when signing into Office Apps on Windows computers. After Duo, the application just hangs and you are unable to activate Office. We are currently investigating. OIT
- Microsoft Entra MFA / Microsoft Authenticator replacing DuoStarting Today, September 16th, Florida Atlantic University will begin transitioning Employees from DUO to Microsoft Entra MFA for secure login to Microsoft applications. What’s Happening: Employees will begin seeing a 4P prompt to setup the Microsoft Authenticator when signing into FAU… Read more ›
University Initiatives
- FAU Joins Neuroarts Academic Network to Bridge Art, Brain and HealingFAU will help to lead this global effort to harness aesthetic experiences for brain health, as one of just two Florida universities and about 35 worldwide in the network's initial working group.
- The Runway at FAU Returns to the College of BusinessThe Runway at Florida Atlantic University will merge under the College of Business, a move designed to strengthen the synergy between entrepreneurship initiatives and the college's core mission.
- FAU Career Center Awarded 2025 'Best of Florida'Florida Atlantic University's Career Center has been named 2025 "Best of Florida" for College & Career Planning Services, as part of The Guide to Florida's annual reader awards.
- FAU Provost Russell Ivy, Ph.D., Earns National APLU AwardFAU's Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Russell Ivy, Ph.D., is the winner of the 2025 Michael P. Malone International Leadership Award.