Cultural Sensitivity in Service Design and Delivery

The College of Business Center for Services Marketing & Management invites you to our event titled “Cultural Sensitivity in Service Design and Delivery” with Services Panel Guests Nicole Cable, Raul Daza, M.D., Alex George, and Moderator Assisitant Professor Melanie Lorenz, Ph.D. on Wednesday November 4th at noon via webex.

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Learn More: https://fau.libcal.com/event/7199486

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Virtual Relationship Retreat with Dr. Paul Peluso

Science has uncovered the secrets of relationships. Grab a date to join FAU’s relationship expert, Dr. Paul Peluso, as we explore science-based principles for deepening friendship and admiration in this activity-packed virtual relationship retreat. Romantic partners, BFFs, housemates, and family pairs welcome, because healthy relationships are for everyone.

Zoom Registration: tiny.cc/FAURelationshipRetreat

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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.

Posted in Student Announcements

Wear Purple On October 1st

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!

Posted in Student Announcements

FAU Research Cafe: Healing Mothers with Trauma and Drug Effects Across Generations

September 9, at 03:30 p.m. Click here to learn more.

FAU Research Cafe
Join us for two informal, 10-minute introductions and presentations by research faculty or graduate students.
– Learn about opportunities to collaborate with them
– Network with other researchers
– Find out about other happenings across campus

Speakers:
Heather Howard, Ph.D., Healing Mothers with Trauma and Lucia Carvelli, Ph.D., Drug Effects Across Generations

Posted in Faculty Announcements, Staff Announcements

The FAU Mentoring Project

The FAU Mentoring Project – First Year Connections is searching for faculty/staff, graduate and upper class students to serve as mentors for incoming first year students. This is a semester long opportunity that matches you with an incoming student.

As we navigate these unprecedented times our students need us now more then ever. By offering up one to two hours per week you can help an incoming student succeed here at FAU!

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Resident Students Move-In August 18 to August 23

Resident Students Move-In August 18 to August 23

University Housing for both the Boca Raton Campus and the John D. MacArthur Campus (Jupiter) will be conducting our annual move-in process from August 18-23.  Move-In this year will from 8am-8pm daily. The following areas will be affected during this time:

  • Lot 23 (Red Lot) will be closed until August 23 at 8pm.
  • Lot 28 (All Permit Lot) will have increased traffic as students will be using that for parking/ loading and unloading.
  • Increased traffic at the Glades Rd, and Spanish River Blvd entrances.
  • Increased traffic at the following intersections:
    • Indian River Street
      • Dade Ave
      • Brevard Court
      • Lucie Ave
    • University Drive and 8th Ave
    • Palm Beach State College Drive and FAU Boulevard

We will be using all green lots near the residential halls for loading and unloading during the move-in period. The Green lots will close daily at 8pm to parking in order to prepare for the next day of move-in. Residential Student can begin to park in the green lots after August 23 at 8pm.

Visit us for more information about the university housing move-in process.

 

 

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Global Engagement in 2020 and Beyond

The Center for Global Engagement will host Part II of the Global Engagement in 2020 and Beyond webinar series via Webex on Thursday, July 30, 2020 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  This session is open to all FAU faculty, staff, and students.

Join the discussion on expanding and adapting global engagement opportunities:

  • Fulbright Initiative
  • Global Virtual Exchange and online global learning
  • Peace Corps Prep Certificate Program
  • Academic pathways @ Intensive English Institute
  • Sponsored Students

For more information, contact us at 561-297-3048 or at global@fau.edu.

 

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