PARENT’S NEWSLETTER April 2008 FAU sets the pace nationally for minority student graduation Florida Atlantic University continues to be listed among the most diverse universities in America. FAU was recently ranked as one of the top 50 four-year colleges in the nation for conferring bachelor’s degrees to African-Americans, and as one of the top 100 for conferring master’s degrees on African-Americans. The surveys were conducted by the bi-weekly magazine Diverse Issues in Higher Education, which monitors current educational trends and issues in the United States.
“Florida Atlantic University is very proud of its commitment to diversity,” said President Brogan. “We have worked diligently to provide the opportunity and encouragement for minority students to pursue and complete their higher education goals, and our efforts are being recognized.”
Other notable rankings for undergraduate minority students are: - In the biological and biomedical sciences, FAU ranked 18th among 50 institutions in conferring bachelor’s degrees on Hispanic students and 22nd for African American students.
- In business management, marketing and related support services, FAU ranked 12th for African-American students and 15th for Hispanic students.
- In the health professions and related clinical sciences, FAU ranked fourth out of 49 institutions for African-American students and 32nd for Hispanic students.
- In graduate programs, FAU ranked 10th out of 100 colleges surveyed in conferring master’s degrees on Hispanic-American students, a 200 percent increase from 2004-05. The University ranked 24th for African-American students, a 300 percent increase from the previous academic year.
Other notable rankings for graduate minority students are: - In computer and information sciences and support services, FAU ranked 21st in conferring master’s degrees on Hispanic-American students and 40th for Asian-American students.
- In business management, marketing and related support services, FAU ranked 42nd in conferring master’s degrees on African-American students.
Overall, FAU’s student population of approximately 26,000 includes 58 percent Caucasian, 17 percent African-American, 16 percent Hispanic, five percent Asian and four percent international students. Calendar of Events Boca Raton Campus - Interfase 101: Finding a Summer Job and/or Internship
Date: April 8
Time: 4-5pm
Location: Career Development Center
- Jazz Band
Date: Friday April 11
Time: 8pm
Location: University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music
- Symphony Orchestra
Date: Saturday April 12
Time: 8pm
Location: University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music
- Wellness Triathlon
This race is sanctioned by Triathlon Federation USA. Registration can be done online at http://www.active.com BEFORE Friday April 11th at mindnight
Date: Sunday April 13
Time: All day
Sponsored by the Today & Beyond Wellness - Palm BeachSymphony and Chorale
Date: Wednesday April 16
Time: 8pm
Location: University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music - Symphony Band
Date: Thursday April 17
Time: 8pm
Location University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music - World Music Ensemble and Commercial Music Ensemble
Date: Friday April 18
Time: 8pm
Location University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music - Wind Ensemble
Date: Saturday April 19
Time: 8pm
Location University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music - Choral Ensembles
Date: Sunday April 20
Time: 3pm
Location University Theatre
Sponsored by the Department of Music For more events and happenings on all FAU campuses, please visit www.fau.edu/success/CampusCalendars. You will find all sorts of activities like Football games, Resume/Writing Workshops, Symphonies, Jazz Band presentations and so forth. Delta Sigma Pi The Zeta Phi Chapter of the international fraternity Delta Sigma Pi is a professional business co-ed fraternity. Students will meet others that can encourage their personal growth, increase their circle of friends, and make progress toward their goals through business contacts. The fraternity has experienced what this business network is all about, and hopes that more students will too. This networking aspect is usually a by-product of being an active member of their fraternity. An outgoing and ambitious attitude can get students far in life and Delta Sigma Pi can help.
What type of commitment is required?
· Organization and completion of one professional activity, community service, financial activity, and social event · Participation in pledge class and chapter meetings · Satisfactory completion of weekly quizzes on chapter history and facts · Attending the Initiation Ceremony for final induction into the brotherhood Why should a student pledge Delta Sigma Pi? · Opportunity to develop business contacts · Opportunity to develop skills such as leadership ability, poise, and self-confidence · Professional development and involvement outside the classroom · Develop a relationship with business college faculty · Experience chapter management in a “small business” environment · Develop friendships that will last a lifetime What makes Delta Sigma Pi different from social fraternities and other professional business fraternities? The Zeta Phi Chapter only recruits business majors. What truly makes a difference among all organizations is the people within them. Their philosophy is to recruit “QUALITY OVER QUANTITY”, thus when you join the organization, the student will get to know everyone in it, and create a family of friends that he/she will know for the rest of his/her life. 
For further information on Delta Sigma Pi, please contact Melissa Arsenault at marsena1@fau.edu or 561-662-3842.
Office of the Month Dean of Students The Dean of Student Affairs office exists to assist students in meeting their educational goals by offering assistance with academic matters and leadership and student development opportunities, through individual advising. The Dean of Student Affairs mission is: - That each student is treated with respect and individualized attention.
- That a student will receive the proper assistance and or a referral when an extenuating circumstance prevents a student from succeeding academically.
- That leadership, growth and student development opportunities are fostered through an active Greek community, founded on the principles of scholarship, brotherhood/sisterhood, leadership and service.
- That student accountability and personal responsibility be upheld through the Student Code of Conduct.
- That through advising and sound financial decisions student government leaders will uphold their mission to offer services and programs for the betterment of the student body.
Kenneth R. Williams Leadership Award The award is an annual $1,000 award presented by the University President to a student at graduation who has proven his/her leadership abilities. The Dean of Student Affairs’ Office coordinates the selection process. Services offered - Student Government Advising : Student Government is the representative body of the students at the University.
- Greek Life Advising : Participating in Greek Life will significantly enhance your involvement on campus.
- Exceptional Circumstances / Medical Withdrawals Advising : Students who find it necessary to withdraw from the University (all classes) after the Official Drop/Add Period.
- Student Conduct : Student Discipline matters related to campus life are referred to the Dean of Student Affairs Office
- Death Protocol : The Dean of Students is responsible for managing the University’s response to a student death.
- Student Handbook : The Dean of Student Affairs Office is responsible for the annual updating and publication of the Student Handbook, which is distributed to all incoming students.
- Reference / Discipline Clearance : The Dean of Student Affairs provides reference letters and discipline clearance when a student is transferring to other schools, militarily or government assignments.
Boca Raton Campus: Student Services Building (SS #8), Room 226 Phone Number: 561-297-3542 Office Hours: Monday & Thursday 8a.m. to 6p.m. Tues, Wednesday & Friday 8a.m. to 5p.m. Davie Campus: LA Bldg., Room 119A Jupiter Campus: MLC Bldg., Room 119 Treasure Coast Campus: JU Bldg., room 113 “Making a difference one student at a time”. |