PARENT'S NEWSLETTER September 2007 A Message from Dr. Charles Brown, Vice President for Student Affairs On behalf of the Division of Student Affairs, I am pleased to welcome parents of our new students to the Florida Atlantic University family and I join the parents of our returning students in looking forward to another exciting year. The 2007-2008 academic year is sure to bring many challenges, opportunities and moments to remember. The Student Affairs staff along with our faculty will work closely with your sons and daughters to ensure that they have an outstanding college experience. The Division of Student Affairs provides programs and services to support their academic experience and enhance their overall growth and development. Each fall semester brings new life to campus, along with excitement and anticipation. I urge you to stay aware of what is happening at FAU by visiting our website and reading the many updates you will receive throughout the year. Whether you are a parent of a new or continuing student, I encourage you to be an active member of the FAU community and attend athletic and social events and get to know us. Parents, remember this is one of the most memorable times in your student’s life. Encourage them to take advantage of all that Florida Atlantic University has to offer. Join us for a great 2007-2008 academic year! Go Owls! Sincerely,
Dr. Charles Brown Calendar of EVENTS Parent’s WEEKEND Please mark your calendars and save the date: October 5th-7th. More information is coming soon through the listserv, but we hope you plan to join us on campus that weekend! Although the full agenda isn't set, here are the highlights – check in starts Friday, Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. in the Student Union. The first structured event will take place on Friday evening. On Saturday, Oct. 6 there will be a dedication of our new Residence Hall, Glades Park Towers, then the football tailgate and game in the afternoon. Sunday, Oct. 7 is the President’s Brunch. Registration and hotel information will be available soon at www.fau.edu/orientation. For more information, contact Chris at clynch13@fau.edu. 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. Message Board
New Tool just for YOU!!! Thanks to our department of Information Resource Management we are now able to offer you a parent message board! This board is created just for you, the parent! The only people who will have access to post to this board are FAU parents and two board moderators. You can post questions for other parents on the board or simply use it to network with each other. We hope that you will find it useful as you enjoy the journey of your student’s university life here at FAU. Click on the Parent Message Board link at www.fau.edu/orientation to access the message board. See you there! Career Development Center “We welcome you to learn more about the Career Development Center in the Division of Student Affairs and how we can help your student achieve his or her career goals at FAU.” Are you wondering what resources are available at FAU to support your student's career development? Are you curious about events and opportunities on and around campus where your student can meet with a career counselor, find out more about a particular career path, or attend a career fair? Does your student need assistance with deciding on a career, choosing a major, finding an internship/co-op, searching for a job, or applying to graduate school? We offer assistance with all of these areas! Services offered in the Career Development Center Same Day Advising Offered Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 pm – 3 pm. Career Advisors are available to answer preliminary questions your student may have about choosing a major, resume and cover letter critiques, job search questions or to learn about our upcoming career events. Your student is also welcome to drop in at Heritage Park Towers (HPT) room 117 every Thursday from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. for additional same-day advising hours. Career Assessments Online career assessments include the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), the Strong Interest Inventory (SII), and the Self-Directed Search (SDS). If your student would like to learn more about their interests, values, skills and abilities in relation to choosing a major and/or career paths, they may schedule an appointment with a career counselor. SLS:1301 Career & Life Planning 1-credit Course This is a 1-credit course offered every semester for your student interested in exploring career options, understanding how to make an informed decision about choosing their major as well as getting a head start on the right career path. Choosing a Major Workshop Whether your student entered FAU with a declared major or undecided, he/she will probably change his/her major at least once before obtaining a degree. With so many possibilities available and a lifetime of work ahead, the Career Development Center encourages your student to invest time in planning their academic and career success. This workshop can help with the process and it is being offered: · October 16, 2007 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in SU220
. October 30, 2007 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in SU220 Career Planning Workshops A variety of workshops are offered including: Resume Writing, Interview Techniques, Job Search Strategies, Salary Negotiation, Choosing a Major, Curriculum Vitae, On-Campus Recruiting Program, Co-op and Internships, & Applying to Graduate School. Your student can visit our online calendar of events for workshop descriptions, times and to R.S.V.P. www.fau.edu/cdc Getting Career Experience Interfase Check out the CDC’s online resume/job posting database with a variety of features. Interfase provides your student a link to various career opportunities, including job databases, on-campus interviewing, company information sessions, career events, co-op and internship opportunities, mentor profiles for informational interviewing and much more. Visit www.myinterfase.com/fau/student and click on the link for “First-Time Student” tutorial. Co-op & Internship Programs Co-op and Internships are defined as career-related experiences that enhance a student's marketability upon graduation. They may be full time or part time and offered for elective credit upon receiving departmental faculty approval.
Career Day Job Fairs Each fall and spring, employers attend the Career Day for the opportunity to meet numerous candidates, establish a campus presence, and develop student recognition of organizations. For students, Career Days offer the opportunity to learn more about various careers, potential employers and job opportunities. Here are the upcoming events: FAU Career Day September 24, 2007 (Monday)
Student Union
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Engineering & Computer Science Career Day September 26, 2007 (Wednesday)
Student Union
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m Resources The Enterprise Rent-A-Car Career Library & Computer Lab. Have your student stop by the Career Development Center on your campus today! Contact Information Boca Raton Campus
SU 220
(561) 297-3533 Davie Campus
MOD 38G
(954) 236-1214 Jupiter Campus
SR 110
561- 799-8697 TreasureCoastCampus
JU 113
(772) 873-3305 What’s NEW? Major Projects Recently Completed, Under Construction or Planned Boca Raton Campus - College of Business Sean Stein Pavilion
- College of Nursing Building
- Lee Street revisions
- Wimbish Library addition
- IRM Computer Center expansion/remodel
- Track and Field
- FAU Arena roof/remodel
- Recreation and Wellness Center
- Glades Park Towers
- College of Business Office Depot Center
- Alumni Center
- Breezeway refurbishing
Davie Campus - Student Union
- FAU/UF Joint-Use Building
Jupiter Campus - Scripps Florida
(Scripps Institute) Treasure Coast Campus - Phase II campus expansion
- K-8 Lab School
Harbor Branch Pine Jog Environmental Education Center - “Green” Elementary School (with Palm Beach County and CORE Communities)
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