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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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:

https://fau.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/36910/student_preview?token=A6W0RjODvtJszdPrYeQUzSrXHr3voTxoc7T44fGCfv3LicRCgTk0VA

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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

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MONEY ON YOUR MIND? – Financial Wellness Workshop Series

Did you know that you have a money personality? In this workshop, discover how your money personality influences how you manage your finances. Learn great tips on how to develop a healthy and successful financial future!

Date/Time: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m. | Location: Zoom | Register: bit.ly/3Bw2u1R

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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*

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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

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