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FAU Continues Upward Rise in U.S. News’ 2027 List of Top Universities

Florida Atlantic University moved up to No. 99 for the first time in the U.S. News & World Report 2027 rankings of “Top Public Schools,” its highest position ever. The one spot gain over last year keeps Florida Atlantic rising among the nation’s Top 100 public universities.... more

FAU, Palm Beach Pops Present a ‘Holiday Spectacular’ Concert

Florida Atlantic University and the Palm Beach Pops will usher in the holiday season with a “Holiday Spectacular,” a special concert featuring acclaimed conductor, pianist, vocalist and music director Tony DeSare and singer, actress and Broadway star Katharine McPhee, on Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m.... more

Florida Board of Governors Approves FAU Strategic Plan

The Board of Governors of the State University System of Florida has approved “2031FAU: Where Tomorrow Begins,” Florida Atlantic University’s strategic plan for 2026-2031 designed to guide the institution’s ongoing commitment to student success, research excellence, and community impact.... more

 


FAU Receives $1.2M Grant to Expand Youth Mental Health Services

FAU's College of Education has received a $1.2 million grant to expand free mental health services for children and families in Palm Beach County, with a focus on underserved youth and those with disabilities.

FAU Researcher Asks: Can AI Understand Space, Time and Pain?

A Florida Atlantic researcher suggests that patterns in language alone may explain more of AI's apparent understanding than previously thought, raising new questions about what these systems actually know.

FAU Receives $1M Gift for Athletics, Education and Holocaust Studies

Florida Atlantic University received a $1 million gift from long-time Boca Raton community member Howard Guggenheim.

FAU Welcomes 250 High School Students for Engineer Your Future Day

FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science hosted Engineer Your Future Day, giving high school students hands-on opportunities to explore engineering and computer science alongside faculty and students.

FAU Lab Schools Earns No. 1 National Ranking from Niche

A.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School were ranked No. 1 both in the nation and in Florida among "Best Public K-12 Schools," in Niche's 2027 rankings.

FAU Presents 'Path of the Panther' with Carlton Ward, Jr.

Florida Atlantic University presents "Path of the Panther: A Visual Journey to Preserve Wild Florida," with National Geographic photographer Carlton Ward, Jr.

Theatre Lab Announced its 2026-27 Season

Theatre Lab, announced its 2026-27 season, beginning with its annual a Heckscher Theatre for Families production - the world premiere of "Baker Street Beginnings."

FAU, Palm Beach Pops Present a 'Holiday Spectacular' Concert

FAU and Palm Beach Pops will usher in the holidays with a "Holiday Spectacular" concert with acclaimed conductor, vocalist and music director Tony DeSare and singer, actress and Broadway star Katharine McPhee.

FAU Hosts Treasury and SBA Leaders to Discuss Critical Technologies

FAU recently welcomed Treasury and SBA Leaders for Discussions on Critical Technologies

Blue Ops to Bring Maritime Defense Operations to FAU Harbor Branch

Blue Ops is establishing a maritime systems operation at FAU Harbor Branch in Fort Pierce, creating a hub for ocean technology, autonomous systems, national defense research, testing and workforce development.

Florida Atlantic University Launches Quantum Computing Certificate

Florida Atlantic University's Executive Education program in the College of Business is launching a new certificate course in quantum computing.

FAU IN THE NEWS

Monkey with orange lips identified as newfound species

A new species of monkey with distinctive orange lips and a deep roaring call has been identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).... more

Florida Atlantic University Magazine Spring 2026 Issue
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