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!

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 8^th 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.

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.

I hope everyone is staying well during this continued time of uncertainty. Today, I’d like to once again emphasize the need for all members of our university community to wear face coverings on campus, and in public places throughout the communities.

It is important we all quickly adjust to this new way of living to help protect the health and safety of those around us. Individual actions, such as face coverings and effective physical distancing, will go a long way to help prevent the continued spread of COVID-19.

On July 1, Palm Beach County issued an order on face coverings, Martin County and St. Lucie County recently did the same, and Broward County has been under such an order since mid-April. Please familiarize yourself with these directives and follow them.

Face coverings are required on our campuses when entering and exiting buildings and while inside public spaces in all buildings, including restrooms, elevators and stairwells, classrooms, and on FAU transportation. In addition, the face coverings should be worn outside when close proximity to others is possible.  Face coverings can be handmade and should be kept with you at all times.

Students who need special accommodations regarding face covering should contact Student Accessibility Services. Employees should contact the Office of Equity, Inclusion and Compliance.

Remember, Protect Your Owl Family is the theme of our health and safety efforts. Do not overcrowd spaces, stay six feet apart from other people, wipe down work stations, and wash your hands or use hand sanitzer regularly. If you are feeling unwell, stay home. If you are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, please seek medical attention immediately.

The dedicated COVID-19 website remains the best source of FAU-specific information and our Health and Safety and Cleaning and Disinfecting plans are available for review. The Campus Safety page of the site has detailed information about current policies and protocols, health and prevention practices, self-quarantine procedures, university travel, and more. The Guidance and Services page features an “A-Z” listing of items from around the university. New information is added to the pages as we confirm changes in our operations.

As information changes, we know there are many questions from our students, faculty and staff. We welcome your thoughts and questions via email to FAUCOVID19@fau.edu. All feedback will be shared with applicable departments across our campuses to ensure we make adjustments as necessary.

Finally, I hope all members of our university community have taken time to review the Re-Opening Plan for the Fall 2020 Semester that was approved June 23. It is a fluid document that can be adapted as the world around us shifts and every day brings new information regarding the COVID-19 situation.

Best Regards,

John Kelly

President