Black History Month (Upcoming Events)

Black Museum

Monday, February 22, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Boca Raton campus, Grand Palm

Presented by SG Multicultural Programming and Black Student Union

Attendees will be able to take observation of a display of historical artifacts that teach the true essence of Black history via a traveling museum with the mission of preserving and educating the masses about Black culture. This is a fun, interactive Black tie event. Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be observed.

For more information, contact Arismendis Altagracia (AJ), SG Multicultural Programming, 954-842-9783 | aaltagracia2018@fau.edu.

The Challenges of Identifying as “Mixed Race”

Tuesday, February 23 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

https://tinyurl.com/BeingBiracial

Presented by Black Student Union – Boca Raton

This event will focus on the identity challenges of individuals that identify as mixed race with Black/African American being one of the racialized identities.

For more information, contact Kennedy McKinney, Black Student Union, 904-415-6867 | president.faubsu1970@gmail.com.

The Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity

Wednesday, February 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

https://tinyurl.com/BHM-TheBlackFamily

Presented by Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education and Advocacy and Office of Black Student Success and Initiatives

The Black family has been a topic of study in many disciplines such as history, literature, the visual arts and film studies, sociology, anthropology, and social policy. Join us for an aesthetic dialogue with Assistant Professor Melanie Acosta grounded in the centrality of what the Black family means culturally, historically, politically, socially, and spiritually.

For more information, contact David Bynes, Center for IDEAs, 561-297-3959 | dbynes@fau.edu.

Black History Month Keynote Address

Tuesday, February 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

https://tinyurl.com/BHMKeynote

Presented by the Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education, and Advocacy (IDEAs) and Office of Black Student Success and Initiatives

Please join us for the Black History Keynote Address featuring Jamila Lyiscott, a social justice education scholar, nationally renowned speaker, spoken word artist, and educational consultant.

For more information, contact David Bynes, Center for IDEAs, 561-297-3959 | dbynes@fau.edu.

Broward Campuses:

The Hate You Give LGBTQ+ Individuals

Thursday, Feb. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Davie campus

https://bit.ly/thehateyougivefau

Meeting ID: 882 9352 5899 Passcode: LssL8y

Presented by Broward Campus Life

In honor of Black History Month, join us for a panel discussion to discuss the challenges BIPOC LGBTQ+ members have faced and the importance of unity in these communities. Students will engage with wave makers that can change their peers’ and family members’ perspectives. At this event, we wish to honor pioneers of black transgender activism such as Marsha P. Johnson.

For more information, contact Francine Coker, Broward Campus Life, 954-236-1467 | fcoker1@fau.edu.

Jupiter Campus:

Night of Spoken Word and “FreeQuency” Poetry Workshop

Friday, February 26 from 6-8p.m.

Jupiter campus, North Rec Field

Presented by Jupiter Program Board and Jupiter Campus Life

Join us for an evening of spoken word followed by a poetry workshop with Kenyan, immigrant, storyteller, Mwende “FreeQuency” Katwiwa. FreeQuency’s work
interrogates and occupies the in between spaces of gender and geography while
exploring the mundane nuances and stark contradictions of everyday
existence as a Black migrant non-binary humanoid. Register at https://linktr.ee/jupcl

For more information, contact Irene Gatimi, Jupiter Program Board, 913-271-9323 | jupiterpb@gmail.com.

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FAU Frontiers in Science (Join the Talk!)

Join the first virtual FAU Frontiers in Science talk, “Understanding the Big Bang: The Universe Beyond Einstein” on Friday. This webinar will take place on Friday, Jan. 15 at 4 p.m. Register here: http://bit.ly/3osaKY3.

For more information, view this week’s FAU Today on Youtube!

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Submit the 2021-2022 FAFSA Online!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2021–2022 academic year will be available online at fafsa.gov, beginning October 1st. The FAFSA determines your eligibility for grants, scholarships, loans and work-study programs, and is the essential first step in receiving financial aid from federal, state and private sources. Apply early for a better chance of receiving the maximum amount of funds for which you may be eligible.

The FAU priority deadline: January 1, 2021. The FAFSA Website has been redesigned and is now mobile-friendly so the site pages will fit the screen size and shape of any device (desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone). Also available is the myStudentAid mobile app featuring the myFAFSA component, which can also be used to complete the FAFSA form.

For detailed information, please visit: http://www.fau.edu/finaid/getting-started/returning-student.php

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Wear Purple On October 1

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As we continue to navigate through the challenges of COVID19, this October we ask our FAU community to focus attention and care for those who may find themselves in unsafe environments at home. Help us show support by wearing purple and posting on social media this October 1st using the hashtag #owlbethereforyou.

Caption your image with education about common Warning Signs of Unhealthy Relationships and our 24/7 Victim Services Hotline (561-297-0500). Please remember to tag @fauowlscare so we can share your post!

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New Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion online training for students launched

All students are enrolled in the new program. Completing the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Students by EverFi is a significant step in helping Florida Atlantic University welcome diversity, address ongoing societal problems and uphold the university’s commitment to equity and inclusion.

You can access the training directly from this link with your FAU NetID and password.

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Call for First-Year Connections Mentors

Mentoring makes a difference for new students.
Here at FAU, students paired with a mentor had almost a 7% higher retention rate than students without a mentor.

The Mentoring Project is seeking faculty, staff, and graduate students on the Boca, Jupiter, and Davie campuses who are willing to mentor a new first-year or transfer student. After filling out a brief profile, we match you with a student based on shared academic interests, activities, and goals.

Not sure you have the experience?
Previous mentees identified “an ability to listen” as the most important quality in a mentor. We seek mentors who have finished a bachelor’s degree – the goal that our undergraduates are working towards.

Not sure that you have the time?
Mentors and mentees agree to connect at least once per month during the academic year. In roughly eight hours, you could make a difference in a student’s decision to remain in college.

If you are willing to listen and to share your experience and advice, we have students looking to connect with you. For more information, visit fau.edu/mentoringproject or call us at (561) 297-2733. To sign up, please click here. We will begin matching students with mentors in early January 2021.

Thank you for the time you devote to FAU students and for your consideration.

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Student Leadership Conferences

The Office of LEAD works collaboratively with other departments to promote leadership development through a myriad of experiences. The Leadership Conferences include keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and opportunities to engage with peers, faculty, and staff.

iLead Student Leadership Conference – a catalyst for students to become Change Agents.
WeLead Diversity Matters Student Leadership Symposium – an experience demonstrating how diversity and inclusion are at the core of effective leadership, practice, and service.
Women’s Leadership Institute – raising awareness on issues women face in leadership, facilitate skills development, and networking opportunities.
Roadmap to Success – learning the skills and techniques needed to succeed in college and future careers.

13th Annual iLead Student Leadership Conference to be held on 10/10/2020 (one day only)
– 6th Annual WeLead Diversity Matters Student Leadership Symposium to be held on 1/23/2021
– 6th Annual Women’s Leadership Institute to be held on 3/27/2021
– Roadmap to Success Conference to be held is 3/21/2021.

For more information, click here.

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Covid-19 Leave Donation Plan

Florida Atlantic University has established a COVID-19 Leave Donation Plan. The plan allows qualified employees to donate accrued leave (annual leave or sick leave) into a pool for use by leave-earning employees adversely affected by this public health emergency.

Examples of hardship include personal medical emergencies, quarantine mandates, or the inability to work or work remotely. Generally, employees who are most likely to benefit from an initiative like this are our lower salaried staff. Therefore, we encourage those of you who are able to donate hours to please contribute to this worthy cause. There is no minimum amount, all donated hours are appreciated and valued.

All the information about donating leave and requesting to receive donated leave can be found here.

For general assistance with policies, procedures and COVID-19 inquiries, please contact FAU’s Human Resources department at askhr@fau.edu or 561-297-3057.

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What is Social Distancing?

Social Distancing is a set of non-pharmaceutical infection control actions intended to stop or slow down the spread of a contagious disease.

Examples of Social Distancing in action are:

Working from home whenever possible
Travel only when necessary
Avoid Social Venues like cinemas and clubs
Avoid gatherings of large groups
Restrict visitors
If you go out in public, maintain a safe distance from others – usually 6-7 feet apart.

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Remote Professor Office Hours

Even though courses have been moved to online for the rest of the semester, your professors are still accessible at your disposal through Office Hours. That’s right, you can still talk and have meeting with your professor remotely from the comfort of your own place of residence. Make sure to connect with your professor over email to schedule an online meeting to discuss course material, concerns, and general question.

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