Drug Free Campus Notice

Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing a campus environment free from alcohol abuse and the illegal use of alcohol and other drugs. FAU has adopted and implemented programs that seek to prevent the illicit use of drugs and alcohol abuse by university community members.

A semesterly notification is distributed to all students, faculty and staff on policies related to alcohol, other drugs, and weapons. It can be found here. This notification contains important and helpful information on the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and alcohol abuse, as well as contact information to get help.

For faculty and staff, confidential help or questions regarding this statement, please call the Employee Assistance Program at 1-800-865-3200 or visit the Employee Assistance Program website (login ID: Florida Atlantic University, password: EAP).

For students, services are available through Counseling and Psychological Services and can be reached by calling 561-297-CAPS (2277) or go to the Counseling and Psychological website to learn more.

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Activate Free Grammarly Premium – Faculty, Staff and Students

Florida Atlantic University has partnered with Grammarly to provide its students, faculty, and staff with a premium subscription. 

Improve your communication in and out of the classroom with Grammarly’s full suite of offerings, including:

AI Writing: Generate new versions of your writing, customized for the clarity, conciseness, and tone that you need.


Tone Detection: Select and adjust the tone of your writing with one click.
Citation Formatting: Keep your citations accurate and consistent whether in APA, MLA, or Chicago styles.
Plagiarism Detection: Scan for potential sources of sentences and passages across more than 16 billion web pages and articles from ProQuest’s databases.
Grammar and Spell Check: Put typos and run-ons behind you—Grammarly will call out any errors as you write.

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2023 SUMMER PARKING ePERMITS AVAILABLE MAY 6th

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

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Owls Care Health Promotion is Hiring!

Looking for a flexible on campus job? Owls Care Health Promotion is hiring for undergraduate Owls Care Leaders. Owls Care Leaders serve as an example to their peers in creating a culture of caring on their campus. It is expected that they demonstrate an interest in creating a community of caring; a history of successful leadership and involvement in program implementation; have the ability to disseminate information through various means including presentations and informal interactions; and have knowledge, interest, and a skill set providing education to students. Applicants must be a current full-time student with at least 1 year on campus and a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.

To apply head over to Handshake and search for “Owls Care Leader” in the Jobs Section!

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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:

  1. Blocking access to the applications from all FAU networks, including wireless and residential halls
  2. Blocking access to the applications from University-owned devices where possible
  3. Taking actions to prevent the installation of the applications on University-owned devices where possible
  4. 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.

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DANCING IN PARADISE

DANCING IN PARADISE – Florida Atlantic’s men’s basketball team will continue the best season in program history in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. The Owls earned an automatic spot in the “Field of 68” by winning the Conference USA tournament championship with a dominating victory in Frisco, Texas. It has been so much fun to watch this team capture the attention of the South Florida community and earn national attention.

You have been a big part of the team’s success this year, creating an incredible advantage with your presence and loud cheers of support at each home game!

Continue your support by attending the NCAA Tournament in Columbus, OH. The NCAA tournament will take place March 17 – 19. We need you in the stands to help continue our Owls success.

REGISTER FOR FREE TICKETS

All students who apply for this opportunity will be notified if they are selected to participate in this sponsored trip.

This will be our team’s second appearance in the NCAA Tournament, which is nicknamed “The Big Dance.” And it’s just another accomplishment in a tremendous season. In addition to earning their first national ranking, the Owls won the conference’s regular season championship, have set a program record for victories – 31 and counting – went undefeated at home (17-0) and won 20 straight games from Nov. 14 through Jan. 28.
FAU has been Winning in Paradise all season and now I hope everyone enjoys March Madness!

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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.

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Upcoming Career Center Events

FAU Technology & Engineering Career Fair

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Attend FAU’s Technology and Engineering Career Fair and explore internship and full-time job opportunities both locally and nationally. Students from all majors and class levels are encouraged to attend. The Technology and Engineering Career Fair attracts companies from various industries including healthcare, communication, government, business, non-profit, science, technology, and more! Register today!

Women in Law Enforcement Panel

Wednesday, March 1, Noon – 1 p.m.
Women in law enforcement made up about 12.8% of all state, municipal, and county police officers in 2021. In this panel discussion, you will hear from three influential female local and federal law enforcement agents to learn how they navigated the criminal justice system and are making a positive impact on their communities. Register on Handshake

Job Shadow Orientation

Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
FAU’s Job Shadow Program is a program designed for students to get a “First Look” into an organization, to see what a day in the life of a possible future career looks like. Students can participate in an on-site job shadowing program (half a day or one day), a virtual job shadowing program (one to 2-hour event), and an on-site or virtual externship (up to a week-long program). Register on Handshake

View more Career Center events: fau.edu/career/feature/careerfairs

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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.

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