FAU Student News
Your weekly source for important dates, events, and announcements.
27th Annual Sunshine State Classic Step Show
Saturday, April 20 | Doors open at 5:00 PM
We're back! Mark your calendars as the National Pan-Hellenic Council is ready to Redraw Your World for our 27th Annual Sunshine State Classic Step Show.
Please dress as your favorite Cartoon Network character!
Location: Barry Kaye Auditorium (Student Union, Boca Raton campus)
Offices Relocating Over the Summer for Renovation
Attention campus community! The following departments are temporarily relocating for the summer for renovation:
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Counseling & Psychological Services
- We are temporarily located in the Utilities building (UT-5) in Room 121, behind the S.E. Wimberly Library. For more information, click here or call us at 561-297-2277.
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Women's Resource and Community Connection
- Our temporary space can be found in the Schmidt Family Complex (SF-107 Rm #158A). For more information, click here or call us at 561-297-1048.
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Dean of Students
- The Dean of Students office will be offering remote services for the Summer 2024 semester. For information regarding available services, please visit our website or call our office at 561-297-3542.
Construction in Parking Lots #16 & #18
Construction breaking ground is scheduled to start on Monday, April 29, 2024 and tentatively will be 100% completed on /or/ before Friday, August 16, 2024. Parking lots #16 & #18 will be completely closed for that period of time.
Summer and Fall Registration is Open!
Registration is now open for Summer and Fall 2024. Register now at the link below.
Upcoming Career Center events
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Spring 2024 End of the Semester Celebration
Tuesday, April 16 from 11 am – 1 pm at Diversity Way
The Career Center will be tabling on diversity way on April 16th from 11am – 1pm. Please stop by and register your internships or full-time positions. Students can also schedule appointments with the Career Center for assistance with finding a job or internship. -
How to Succeed at Your Internship
Wednesday, April 17 from 1 - 2 pm at the Career Center
Congratulations, you got the internship! Now what?! If you have secured an internship, attend this workshop on to learn tips for creating a successful internship experience. -
College of Engineering Senior Design Showcase
April 24 between 4pm - 7pm in the Live Oak Pavillion
Experience the Spring 2024 Senior Design showcase where we acknowledge our Engineering and Computer Science graduates and recognize the next generation of innovators who are tackling real-world problems with revolutionary ideas!
Free Gentle Yoga at College of Nursing
Tuesday, April 16 at Noon
Join a free Gentle Yoga Class every Tuesday this April at the College of Nursing. Geared specifically for those new to yoga or interested in gentle practice, the classes incorporate simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower-paced movements focusing on alignments, strength, and balance. The classes are held in person in Room 115, College of Nursing Building, and on Zoom. No experience is required. For more information, email Dr. Miriam Ismail at mjoueidi@health.fau.edu.
The Future of Florida's Coasts: What We Can Learn from the History of Tampa Bay
Thursday, April 18, 4 p.m.
Join us at 4 pm on Thursday, April 18, in the Weiner Suite at S.E. Wimberly Library for a captivating book talk by Dr. Evan P. Bennett on "The Future of Florida's Coasts." Explore Tampa Bay's ecological journey and discover insights into coastal restoration efforts.
SPOT Spring 2024 Full Term, Third 5-Weeks and Second Half Dates
April 1 - 30, 2024
SPOT (Student Perception of Teaching) is an anonymous and effective tool given at the end of each semester to help evaluate the quality of instruction and improve the university’s education standards.
Summer 2024 - Student Parking ePermit Availability
Available starting April 22
Summer parking ePermits for students will be available starting April 22 and will expire August 22, 2024. Click the link below and follow the prompts to register. License plate numbers serve as the vehicle identifier, please be sure all information is correct to avoid receiving a citation. You are allowed up to two vehicles per permit, but only one vehicle may be parked on campus at a time. For more information visit FAU Parking and Transportation Services.
$$ Need Money to Buy Books? $$
Available starting April 22
The SUMMER 2024 Short Term Advance Application from the Office of Student Financial Aid will open on April 22nd. The application will be available on the Money Matters tab of MyFAU. Students may borrow up to $750 for purchasing textbooks, other educational expenses, or unanticipated living expenses.
Owls Care is hiring for the 2024-2025 Academic Year!
Undergraduate Positions- $13/hr
- Undergraduate Owls Care Leader: Wellness Track has a focus on wellness covering topics from substance safety and mental wellness to healthy lifestyles and more.
- Undergraduate Owls Care Leaders: WRCC Track work out of the Women's Resource and Community Connection and focus on sexual health and empowering students to achieve their full potential.
- Jupiter Undergraduate Owls Care Leaders combine the Wellness and WRCC track to educate students on the Honors College on wellness topics and empower them to reach their full potential
- Undergraduates must have at least 1 year of experience on a college campus, a 2.75 cumulative GPA, and be able to commit to at least 5 hours per week.
Graduate Positions- $15/hr
- Graduate Student Worker: Health Promotion. Graduate Student Workers have the opportunity to focus on the following content areas:
- Interpersonal Violence Prevention
- Emotional & Mental Wellness
- Substance Safety (Alcohol and Other Drugs)
- Healthy Lifestyles (cold & flu, sleep, nutrition, etc)
- Sexual Health
- Graduates must have a 3.0 GPA and be a full-time student