The John & Barbara Ferrera Ocean Science Lecture Series provides a forum for the community to learn about the important research underway at FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, and around the world.This free series is available to the public, both in-person and virtually. Lectures are held on Wednesdays at 4 pm in the FAU Harbor Branch Johnson Marine Education Center Auditorium followed by a meet and greet with the speaker. Presentations will also be livestreamed and recorded.Advanced registration is required. Please visit www.fau.edu/hboi/osls to reserve your spot and view lecture recordings. Please call the Ocean Discovery Visitors Center at 772-242-2293 for more information.2025 John & Barbara Ferrera Ocean Science Lecture Series:January 8"FAU Harbor Branch: Celebrating Our Accomplishments and Looking Ahead"Jim Sullivan, Ph.D.January 15"An update on the FAU Harbor Branch Stranding and Population Assessment Team and their Work with Marine Mammals in Southeast Florida"Steve BurtonJanuary 22"Algal Blooms in Southern Florida: Current Trends and Future Directions"Malcolm McFarland, Ph.D.January 29"Exploration of Deep-Water Habitats off Puerto Rico for Biotechnology Potential"Esther Guzman, Ph.D.February 5"Striving for Sustainable Seagrasses in the Indian River Lagoon"Rachel Brewton, Ph.D.February 12"Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change: Combating misinformation about the ocean, weather, and climate change . . . and having a little fun"Ellen Prager, Ph.D. and Dave Jones, Guest LectureFebruary 19"Unveiling the Hidden Role of Parasites in Conservation and Ecosystem Restoration"Mike McCoy, Ph.D.February 26"Seeds aren’t Only for Plants - Fish Farms Need Seedstock Too"Paul Wills, Ph.D.March 5"Coral Reef Connectivity and Conservation in a Changing Climate"Ryan Eckert and Allison Klein, Graduate Student LectureMarch 12"Exploring the Rich Natural Products Chemistry of Florida's Coastal Waters"Amy Wright, Ph.D.March 19"Ink-redible Investigations: What Sea Slugs, Cuttlefish, Whales, and Sharks all have in common"Lauren Simonitis, Ph.D., Guest LectureMarch 26"Blue Energy in a Blue Economy"Gabe Alsenas

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Campus Rec's Annual Celebration of Recreation. This year will feature Mini-golf, silent Disco, various Fitness classes, Greek basketball tournement, Basketball Watch Party and Lo-Fi Room and more.

Students will enjoy glow in the dark mini golf while jamming out to tunes during the silent disco

Celebrate National Recreation Day with us at RecFest! This annual event brings fun, fitness, and community together in one exciting evening. Join us for:3v3 Glow Point Contest: Test your basketball skills under glowing lights.Glow-in-the-Dark Group Fitness Classes: Experience high-energy workouts like never before.Silent Disco: Dance to your own beat with headphones and immersive music.Mini Golf: Enjoy a round of glow-in-the-dark golf with friends.FAU Basketball Watch Party: Cheer on the Owls while enjoying the game with fellow fans.Bring your friends and join us for an unforgettable night of activities and school spirit. Stay tuned for more event details!