Summer parking ePermits for students will be available starting May 6th and will expire August 18, 2023. Click here and follow the prompts to register. License plate numbers serve as the vehicle identifier, so 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
2023 SUMMER PARKING ePERMITS AVAILABLE MAY 6th
The 8th Annual Women’s Leadership Institute
Boca Raton, Florida – Florida Atlantic University Division of Student Affairs hosted the 8th Annual Women’s Leadership Institute, March 15-17, 2023, on the Boca Raton campus with activities hosted in both the Student Union and the Schmidt Family Complex. The more than 200 attendees included FAU students, faculty and staff.
The Planning committee, comprised of representatives from the FAU Office of Owls Care Health Promotion and Women and Gender Equity Resource Center, Student Government, Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work in the College of Social Work & Criminal Justice, Dean of Students Office, FAU Career Services, Student Activities and Involvement and the Office for Student- Athlete Success Center, were proud to bring the Women’s Leadership Institute to the FAU community in a multi-day format for the first time. This event was made possible with support from the FAU Executive Business Program and community partners NextEra Energy Resources and Behavioral Family Solutions.
The Women’s Leadership Institute is for all members of the university community who support enhancing opportunities for increased networking, skill building and empowerment. The 2023 program focused on the power of social and emotional intelligence through an interactive Lunch & Learn and WLI Feature Presentations.
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FAU Restrictions on TikTok, WeChat and Other Applications
In accordance with a memo from the chancellor of the State University System (SUS) of Florida Board of Governors (BOG) regarding Emergency Regulation 3.0075, Florida Atlantic is taking immediate actions to protect the University from potential threats posed by certain applications or websites of concern. These applications are outlined in the BOG’s SUS Prohibited Technologies List.
The prohibited list includes TikTok, WeChat, Vkontakte (VK), Kaspersky, and QQ (Tencent QQ).
FAU is taking the following technical measures to restrict the use of these applications or websites:
- Blocking access to the applications from all FAU networks, including wireless and residential halls
- Blocking access to the applications from University-owned devices where possible
- Taking actions to prevent the installation of the applications on University-owned devices where possible
- Removing the applications from University-owned devices where possible
FAU employees are to discontinue the use of these applications or websites on University-owned devices including, but not limited to, laptops, desktops, cell phones and tablets, and uninstall any such applications from their devices. If an employee has one of these applications installed on a University-owned device and requires assistance with removal, please contact your department’s IT staff or call the FAU Help Desk (561-297-3999).
Personally-owned devices are not subject to these restrictions when they are used off-campus. However, access to the applications will be blocked while devices are in use on FAU campuses or when connected to the University’s VPN.
Career Center Commons
Drop-in Career Coaching now available at the S.E. Wimberly Library lobby
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
No appointment necessary, meet with a Career Coach for document reviews (i.e. resumes, cover letters, personal statements), practice interview questions, job/internship search questions, LinkedIn and Handshake profile reviews, and career planning.
For more information, contact career@fau.edu or 561-297-3533.
Upcoming Career Center Events
FAU Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Career Fair -Spring 2023 (In-Person)
Explore job and internship opportunities in nursing. Tuesday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. In-Person (College of Nursing Atrium, Boca Raton campus)
Register on Handshake https://fau.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/37022
Pop-Up Clothes Closet
Are you looking for professional clothing? Browse our professional clothing wardrobe and get FREE clothing during our Pop-Up Clothes Closet. Taking place in the Student Union Boca Raton Campus on the following days/times:
Monday, February 6th, 1 – 5 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7th, 1 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, February 8th, 1 – 5 p.m.
Can’t make it during these times? Our Professional Clothes Closet is always available on a walk-in basis, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the FAU Career Center on the Boca Raton campus.
LinkedIn at the Library
Create or improve your LinkedIn profile while at the Library! Learn the best practices for using LinkedIn, and research employment databases and job-related resources. At the event, you will also have an opportunity to get a free professional headshot.
Thursday, February 9th 2023 Noon – 3:00 p.m. S.E Wimberly Library, Room LY-136
FBI Diverse Agent Panel Event
Thursday, February 9th 2023
1 – 2p.m.
Virtual Event
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are extremely important in today’s workforce. Attend this panel event to learn how the FBI (and other federal agencies) has incorporated diversity, equity, and inclusion into its framework and hiring practices in recent years.
Attendees will also learn about the FBI’s Honors Internship Program and Collegiate Hiring Initiative!
WPTV Channel 5 Station Tour
Friday, February 10th 2023
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
1100 Banyan Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401, United States
The FAU Career Center is partnering with WPTV to provide students with a tour of the station and the opportunity to learn more about various career paths WPTV has to offer.
Posted in Staff Announcements, Student Announcements
FAU Accounting & Finance Career & Internship Fair- Spring 2023 (In Person)
Explore job and internship opportunities in accounting and finance.
Friday, Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
(Live Oak Pavilion, Boca Raton campus)
Register on Handshake:
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Weekly Robotics Meetup at the Wimberly Library’ Sandbox
All robotics enthusiasts are welcome to join the weekly Robotics Meetups at the Rubin & Cindy Gruber Sandbox! Hosted in collaboration with Machine Perception and Cognitive Robotics Lab, the meetups present a unique opportunity for students to share their knowledge, learn to use AI with Robots and Embedded Systems, and join the discourse on robotics and their future. The Sandbox utilizes OpenLab so the students can use the robotics learning resources or participate in projects and discussion groups. The meetups include Robot Operating System (ROS 1 & 2) discussion groups for beginners and advanced ROS developers. For additional information, email mtrask2018@fau.edu.
Every Monday, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | Location: Rubin & Cindy Gruber Sandbox, located on the first floor of the east wing of the SE Wimberly Library | Learn More: library.fau.edu/weekly-robotics-meetup
Women’s Basketball
UTSA Roadrunners VS Florida Atlantic: This Thursday, Jan. 19 at 7 PM *First 50 fans get FREE popcorn!*
UTEP Miners VS Florida Atlantic: This Saturday, Jan. 21 at 4 PM *Early Bird Special*
Career Center Upcoming Events
FAU Internship and Part-Time Job Fair – Spring 2023 (In-Person)
Explore internship and part-time job opportunities from all industries.
Thursday, Jan. 26 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. In-Person (Boca Raton campus, Campus Recreation)
Register on Handshake https://fau.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/36903/student_preview?token=4KROxDMvxMfx6isJb87T-cDauatvya4BG5vB_0P4NcOBPOO_C7-gng
Get Experience! Learn about Opportunities (On & Off-Campus)
Thursday, January 19, 2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Join us to learn more about how you can get experience while completing your degree! Learn about On and Off Campus: Internships, Part-Time Jobs, Micro-Internships, Job Shadow, and More!
Location: SU-80 Student Support Services, SU – 80 Room 220
Register on Handshake https://fau.joinhandshake.com/events/1204005/share_preview
Kick It With The Career Center in GPT
Tuesday, January 17th 2023 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Learn more about the Career Center and the Internship & Part-Time Job Fair while you win prizes in Glades Park Tower (GPT) on the Boca Raton campus. Do you have the Career Module Hold on your account? We can help you clear it here! We hope to see you there!
Register on Handshake https://fau.joinhandshake.com/events/1201013/share_preview
Posted in Staff Announcements, Student Announcements
Former First Lady Laura Bush at FAU
Former first lady Laura Bush and her daughter Barbara Pierce Bush will be in conversation with Presidential Historian Timothy Naftali on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 4 pm in the Kaye Auditorium.
Tickets are free for students. Register now at FAUEVENTS.COM