News Desk
- Alcohol-Related Deaths in the U.S. More than Double from 1999 to 2020FAU researchers explored overall trends as well as by age, gender, race and region. The sharpest spike occurred among 25-34-year-olds (nearly fourfold), while individuals aged 55-64 had the highest rates.
- Hyman Science Lecture Series at FAU Hosts Journalist Carl ZimmerThe Nat and Dorothy Hyman Science Lecture Series, as part of the Schmidt College of Science at FAU, will host science journalist Carl Zimmer on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m.
Academic & Campus Life
- Hyman Science Lecture Series at FAU Hosts Journalist Carl ZimmerThe Nat and Dorothy Hyman Science Lecture Series, as part of the Schmidt College of Science at FAU, will host science journalist Carl Zimmer on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m.
- FAU Honors 2024 Talon Leadership Award RecipientsFAU Alumni and Community Engagement recently hosted its annual Talon Leadership Awards ceremony as part of Homecoming 2024.
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
- Weekly Radio Show to Feature Brian White, Coaches Worthen and NelsonBOCA RATON, Fla. – The Florida Atlantic Coaches Show, presented by Duffy's Sports Grill, returns on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 12-1 p.m. at the Duffy's Sports Grill Boca Raton, located at 21212 St. Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton, Florida 33433.
- Paradise Pod: Episode 3The latest episode of the Paradise Pod dropped this week, featuring an extended conversation with head women's basketball coach Jennifer Sullivan. The podcast also looks ahead to Saturday's football showdown at UTSA and recaps a busy stretch of fall sports action.
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
- Alcohol-Related Deaths in the U.S. More than Double from 1999 to 2020FAU researchers explored overall trends as well as by age, gender, race and region. The sharpest spike occurred among 25-34-year-olds (nearly fourfold), while individuals aged 55-64 had the highest rates.
- FAU REPORT: Consumers Face Elevated Prices Despite Waning InflationThe years of high inflation appear to be over as inflation is now in line with the Federal Reserve's target, though prices will likely remain permanently elevated, according to the Monthly Inflation Report.
Student Announcements
- RSVP for a lecture by award-winning science journalist Carl Zimmer: Is Artificial Intelligence Going To Figure Out Life Itself?Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m. In this talk, Carl Zimmer draws on his reporting for The New York Times and in books like Life Itself to take his audience on a mind-bending trip into the not-so-distant future, when computers… Read more ›
- Off the Page: Events for Readers and Writers with author Steven HaleJoin us for the next Off the Page Reading Series event, which is both a celebration of the latest issue of Don’t Shake the Spoon, a literary magazine of writing by folks incarcerated in South Florida prisons and a reading by… Read more ›
Owl Central News
- 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
- Women’s Volleyball: Florida Atlantic Owls win senior game against TulaneThe Florida Atlantic Owls won against Tulane University on Nov. 17 at 1 p.m. for their senior day game 3-1 (25-13, 25-22, 25-13, 25-18). The FAU FlyGirls & Co. made an appearance at the game and cheered on the sidelines while bringing the energy up in the stands. FAU women’s volleyball finished its regular conference...
- Football: FAU lets go of head coach Tom Herman after two years with programThis is a developing story and will be updated as more information is released. Florida Atlantic football’s (2-8, 0-6 AAC) head coach Tom Herman has been let go from the team, per an X (Twitter) post from Owls247. Katrina McCormack, the associate athletic director for communications, confirmed the statement on Nov. 18 at 1:53 p.m....
Staff Announcements
- RSVP for a lecture by award-winning science journalist Carl Zimmer: Is Artificial Intelligence Going To Figure Out Life Itself?Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m. In this talk, Carl Zimmer draws on his reporting for The New York Times and in books like Life Itself to take his audience on a mind-bending trip into the not-so-distant future, when computers… Read more ›
- Off the Page: Events for Readers and Writers with author Steven HaleJoin us for the next Off the Page Reading Series event, which is both a celebration of the latest issue of Don’t Shake the Spoon, a literary magazine of writing by folks incarcerated in South Florida prisons and a reading by… Read more ›
System & Network Status
- 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, 11/07/2024 from 12:00 AM to 7:00 AM during… Read more ›
- [Resolved] Mediasite DisruptionSearch based functions are functioning normally.
University Initiatives
- 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.
- FAU Named 2024 Fulbright HSI Leader by the US Department of StateFlorida Atlantic University has been named as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader for 2024.