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Your weekly source for important dates, events, and announcements.
Mission: The Division of Student Affairs fosters success through cultivating a sense of belonging, supporting wellbeing practices, and creating opportunities for career skill development.
Vision: We create a transformational experience that prepares students to lead in an ever-changing global environment.
Festival of Nations
March 23 - 26, 2026
The Festival of Nations 2026 will return during the fourth week of March. Each FAU campus will host its own celebration, and the Boca event will take place on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Housing Lawn.
- March 24 - Ft. Lauderdale campus, MetroLab @ 4 -6 p.m.
- March 25 - Dania Beach campus, Poolside @ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- March 26 - Jupiter campus, Rec Field @ 4 - 7 p.m.
This outdoor event brings the world together, one beat at a time, as this year’s theme is “Rhythms of the World Cup. Music, culture, and global vibes you won't want to miss!
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Ready for a Sneak Peek?
Friday, April 10, 2026
Sneak Peek into Second Year is the rising sophomore experience at Florida Atlantic.
As you wrap up your first year, get a sneak peek at what comes next in your second year.
Discover and sign up for exclusive engagement opportunities, including giveaways, free food, and the chance to meet student orgs! Don’t miss out – mark your calendars and join us for Sneak Peek into Second Year!
Career Center Upcoming Events
| The Florida Atlantic University Career Center is proud to welcome you to Interview Madness on Wednesday, March 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Sign up to participate in practice interviews with eight elite organizations to strengthen your interview skills. This event will take place in the Career Center on the second floor (Suite 220) of the SU-80 building on the Boca Raton campus. | |
| Join us in the FAU Breezeway on March 17th from 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. to speak with Southwestern Advantage about their exciting opportunities! | |
| Looking to earn a free elective credit through the Professional Internship Course? Join us virtually on Tuesday, March 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., where we will review the course requirements and give you permission to register for the course if you have completed all the documents and requirements to register! | |
| VentureTech Solutions is hiring! On Wednesday, March 18th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., VentureTech will be hosting open interviews for their available financial counselor and account executive positions. | |
| Join us in the FAU Breezeway on Wednesday, March 18th from 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. to speak with Boca Raton Regional Hospital about their exciting opportunities! |
SPOT (Student Perception of Teaching) Second 5 Weeks Dates
Thursday, March 19 - Thursday 26, 2026 - All day
SPOT is an anonymous and effective tool given at the end of each term to help evaluate the quality of instruction and improve the university’s education standards.
Learn MoreSchmidt College of Science to Host Annual Pre-Health Professions Week
Monday, March 23, 2026
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science is getting ready to host its 2026 Pre-Health Professions Week to provide students with opportunities to explore health-related graduate programs. The annual event begins on Monday, March 23 and runs through Thursday, March 26. All events will be held on the Boca Raton campus and are free and open to all Florida Atlantic undergraduate and graduate students.
Learn MoreI-SENSE Distinguished Speaker: Non-Myopic Neuro Symbolic AI for Smart and Connected Communities
Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11 a.m.
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science is getting ready to host its 2026 Pre-Health Professions Week to provide students with opportunities to explore health-related graduate programs. The annual event begins on Monday, March 23 and runs through Thursday, March 26. All events will be held on the Boca Raton campus and are free and open to all Florida Atlantic undergraduate and graduate students.
Learn MoreAutomatic Identification, Classification and Tracking Deforming and Moving Cells and Proteins
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11 a.m.
The Center for SMART Health will host Dr. He Li, Assistant Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Georgia, for a virtual discussion on April 8th, 2026 at 11 a.m.
Learn MoreWalking on the Wild Side: Sensorimotor Interactions, Technologies and Clinical Studies in Human Gait
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11 a.m.
Join the Center for SMART Health for this discussion with Dr. Adar Pelah, Research Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, & Center for Complex Systems, Florida Atlantic University, Florida, USA, & Professor, School of Physics, Engineering and Technology, University of York, UK. April 24th, 2026, at 11 am in Engineering East Conference Room 405 or on Zoom.
Learn MoreOwls Care Leader Applications Open Now!
Looking for a way to make money on campus? Have a desire to help your fellow Owls? Passionate about creating a community that highlights health and wellness?
Apply to be an Owls Care Leader! Owls Care Leaders are peer educators on campus. You will be trained in different health topics to help make Florida Atlantic a healthier community! Work with a team of peers and professional staff at Owls Care Health Promotion. Learn valuable skills such as public speaking, social media content creation, peer education, leadership and time management.
Qualifications:
- 1 year experience on a college campus
- 2.75 minimum GPA
- Public speaking skills
- Desire to live a healthy life and help others become the healthiest version of themselves
Interested? Fill out our application here. Applications, including the full position description and compensation, opened January 27th on Handshake. For more information email wellness@fau.edu
$$ Need Money to Buy Books $$
Need Money to Buy Books? The SPRING 2026 Short Term Advance Application from the Office of Student Financial Aid opened on December 1st. The application is available on MyFAU – My Resources - Money Matters. Students may borrow up to $750.
Learn MoreHey Owls—FAFSA Season Is Here!
The 2026–2027 FAFSA is officially live, and it’s your ticket to financial aid for next year. Whether you're renewing or applying for the first time, now is the time to lock in that support!
The earlier you file, the better your chances for $$$!
Need a hand?
Call Financial Aid at 561-297-3530—we’ve got your back.
Let’s make tuition stress-free and keep your college journey soaring!
RideShare Tips
Planning to use a rideshare service is a great harm reduction technique! Consider using a rideshare or designated sober driver. If you choose to use a rideshare, utilize the SAMI Method: Stop and review safety features Ask - “What’s my name” - confirm the driver name is also the same as listed in the app Match the license plate and display Inform - share details of the ride with a friend or family member When utilizing rideshare services, be smart and stay safe. Report any safety issues and concerns, use your intuition, and use the buddy system. If you are interested in more harm reduction strategies, contact Owls Care Health Promotion at wellness@fau.edu or follow our Instagram @fauowlscare