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Click the link below to learn more about new research towards HIV testing, treatment, and prevention at Florida Atlantic University, enabled by a $25,000 grant from The Campbell Foundation.

We are proud to partner with three LOCAL labs doing important HIV work right in our own backyard! Congrats to the teams at FAU, FIU and UM.

https://www.campbellfoundation.net/fast-track-2024

The Florida Atlantic University Foundation, Inc. raised over $70 million from more than 11,121 donors during the 2024 fiscal year – the second largest amount raised in the University’s history. This total is only exceeded by the 2022 fiscal year which raised more than $81.24 Million.

As a result of this generosity, Transcend Tomorrow: The Campaign for Florida Atlantic University reached a pivotal milestone during the 2024 fiscal year, achieving over a half billion dollars and placing the University at more than 80% of its $600 million goal.

Florida Atlantic Foundation Raises $70 Million in 2024 Fiscal Year - FAU Foundation, Inc. The Florida Atlantic University Foundation, Inc. raised over $70 million from more than 11,121 donors during the 2024 fiscal year – the second largest amount raised in the University’s history. This total is only exceeded by the 2022 fiscal year which raised more than $81.24 Million.

In 2010, Yash Bhagwanji, Ph.D., associate professor in the College of Education, launched an early childhood education special topics course. After achieving resounding success and philanthropic support from the George B. Storer Foundation, Dr. Bhagwanji has built the College’s Early Childhood Environmental Education (ECEE) program that offers a specialization for students, as well as the nation’s first ECEE certificate program.

Learn More: https://transcendtomorrow.fau.edu/articles/teacher-programs-that-inspire-young-learners-to-become-tomorrows-environmental-stewards/

Welcome and congratulations Dr. Liehr!

We are excited to welcome Dr. Patricia Liehr as Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing’s interim Dean starting today. In 2004, Dr. Liehr joined the college as a professor and the first associate dean for nursing research and scholarship. She was awarded emerita professor status upon retiring in 2020. Students, faculty and staff look forward to continuing our journey of academic excellence under your leadership!

Florida Atlantic University has received $1.6 million from the Glenn W. Bailey Foundation to extend its Marine SEA (Science, Education, and Arts) Scholars Program within the FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Science’s Marine Science Laboratory.

Housed in the Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex in Boca Raton, the program provides financial assistance to students who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to become ambassadors of community outreach focused on FAU Marine Science Lab studies, discoveries and activities. The initial gift to establish this was received in 2020, and this latest gift will extend the program for five more years.

Read More: https://fauf.fau.edu/articles/fau-marine-science-lab-receives-1-6m-from-the-glenn-w-bailey-foundation/

Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate freedom and democracy, let's also remember to cherish the communities that enrich our lives. Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Fourth of July!

Kick off your July 4th with a morning run or walk across Florida Atlantic’s Boca Raton campus. The City of Boca Raton, FL Government's Fabulous Fourth celebration begins with the Firecracker 5k Thursday, and registration is still open. Learn more here: https://www.myboca.us/1456/Fourth-of-July

Join the FAU College of Business for the Second Annual Golf Classic at Broken Sound Club on Oct. 4. Support our students' education and resources while enjoying a competitive round of golf. Your participation makes a difference! To learn more, visit this page: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/second-annual-golf-classic.php

Florida Atlantic University’s Broward campuses received a $200,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Broward for the Bachelor of Professional Studies program, aiming to support Broward residents in completing their degree programs. The grant will fund the “Crossing the Stage” pilot project, providing personalized advising and tailored pathways for students to complete their bachelor’s degree, and addressing student challenges, such as time and financial constraints.

Florida Atlantic University’s Broward Campuses Receive Grant for Bachelor of Professional Studies Program - FAU Foundation, Inc. Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine has received a $750,000 philanthropic grant from the Carl Angus DeSantis Foundation to develop partnerships and programs that will establish best practice for coordinated care and research for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD...

Congratulations to the new Florida Atlantic Alumni board members!

Ben and Liz Waldshan have established the David Waldshan Educational Endowment Fund at Florida Atlantic University to expand education and deepen knowledge of the Holocaust and human rights. The fund will provide professional learning opportunities to educators in south Florida to combat prejudice, hatred, and indifference. The gift was made in memory of Ben Waldshan’s father, David Waldshan, a Holocaust survivor.


Read More: https://www.fau.edu/artsandletters/news/waldshan-endowment-2024/

Want to do your part to protect sea turtle hatchlings along the coast? Check out these best practices from three internationally renowned Florida Atlantic researchers to learn how you can help.

FAU Sea Turtle Experts Provide ‘Best Practices’ During Nesting Season Three internationally renowned FAU researchers provide “best practices” and answer some of the most frequently asked questions to help protect Florida’s nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings.

Florida Atlantic University’s Foundation Board of Directors welcomed Bruce Allen ’71, Gary Rubin and Marilyn Wallach to its board. The new board members were recently approved by the FAU Board of Trustees. Each will serve a three-year term beginning July 1.

Allen received his bachelor’s degree in political science from FAU in 1971. He was a prior member and past chair of the foundation board, as well as president of the FAU Alumni Association for three terms. Allen’s wife, Carolyn, is also an alumna. They both are longstanding financial supporters of the university and reside in North Carolina.

Rubin, along with his wife, Robin, and her parents, Phyllis and Harvey Sandler, have generously supported FAU, naming The Harvey and Phyllis Sandler School of Social Work and contributed to the funding the Schmidt Family Complex for Academic and Athletic Excellence. He is the co-founder of Masters Research Partners, LLC and resides in Boca Raton.

Wallach and her husband, Kurt, established the Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Institute for Holocaust and Jewish Studies within the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters. She resides in Vero Beach.

FAU Foundation Board Welcomes New Members - FAU Foundation, Inc. Florida Atlantic University has raised more than $1.2 million in support of scholarships and student success at its recent 2024 President’s Gala. The signature event at the Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena on FAU’s Boca Raton campus was at capacity, attended by more than 600 friends of the university.

Join us in honoring the remarkable career and extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak. For over 30 years, Dr. Hanisak mentored aspiring young scientists, opening minds to the wonders of the marine environment, and preparing students to become career professionals at the FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. In 2002, Dr. Hanisak founded one of the nation’s premier marine science education programs, Semester By The Sea. This program provides unique, hands-on experiences to undergraduate students in the classroom, in the field, and even at sea. Learning directly from subject experts, this program has educated over 500 students, many of which pursued careers in marine science.

A Celebration of Life for Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak will be held Sunday, June 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Johnson Education Center at FAU Harbor Branch. For in-person and live stream event details, please visit this page: https://bit.ly/4bW0S1q

To make a gift in his memory in support of Semester by the Sea, visit this page: https://fauf.fau.edu/funds/hboi-hanisakmemorial

FAU Football will play at least five nationally televised games in 2024 for their second season under Hagerty Family Head Football Coach Tom Herman. Several game times and TV designations have been announced, including a Nov. 1 Homecoming matchup with in-state conference rival University of South Florida, and the home opener on Sept. 7 facing Army.

See the schedule: https://fausports.com/news/2024/5/30/football-game-day-change-times-and-media-outlets-announced.aspx

Florida Power & Light and FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science have officially unveiled the newly established “FPL Center for Intelligent Energy Technologies” (InETech) today at the university’s Boca Raton campus. The FPL InETech Center is enabled by a $1M gift by NextEra Energy Foundation, FPL’s charitable arm.

The innovative public-private partnership will boost cutting-edge research in smart technologies, energy sector products and workforce development demanded by modern-day power delivery.

Learn More: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/fau-fpl-center-opening.php

Florida Atlantic engineers and researchers are pioneering the future of touch with a novel biohybrid neuro-prosthetic hand. This groundbreaking research platform could revolutionize the way we understand and control artificial hands, offering new hope for those in need of prosthetics.

Learn More: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/neuro-prosthetic-robotic-hand.php

The Financial Times has recognized the FAU College of Business Executive Education program with the No. 2 ranking nationally for the second year in a row. The program was also recognized with the top spot in Florida for exceptional program offerings. The Financial Times rankings are considered the gold standard for executive education coursework around the world.

Read More: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/fau-executive-education-rankings.php

A partnership between Florida Atlantic and Studios has led to a transformative opportunity for media education at the FAU Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters. The new Brandstar Studios @ Florida Atlantic features a 30-foot eyebrow shaped LED Volume Wall paired with cutting-edge technology that will immerse aspiring developers, artists, journalists, and storytellers, and help them gain virtual production skills that are essential for today’s job market and beyond.

Learn More: https://www.fau.edu/artsandletters/news/brandstar-studio-florida-atlantic-2024/

Meet Kayla Harris, a proud Florida Atlantic alumna whose passion for sea turtles was ignited by The Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars Program. Now a sea turtle field technician for Ecological Associates, Inc., she is making waves in conservation and inspiring future environmentalists.

Read More: https://www.fau.edu/science/news/alumna-kayla-harris-discovered-her-passion-for-sea-turtles-thanks-to-kelly-strul-scholarship/

This Memorial Day we honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Thank you.

The FAU Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing received a new grant from the Human Animal Bond Research Institute to investigate the connection between dog ownership and the well-being of adolescent children of military families. With stressors such as parental deployment and frequent relocations, dog ownership may help promote positive mental health outcomes. This research could help shape future policies for children in these unique circumstances.

FAU Awarded Grant to Examine Role of Pet Dogs on Military Adolescents FAU nursing researchers will investigate pet dog ownership on adolescent resilience and well-being to counter the effects of military-specific stressors and promote positive outcomes.

Florida Atlantic University's Laboratory Schools have received a $2 million grant from The Marcus Foundation. This generous contribution will fund the creation of the Marcus Research and Innovation Center at A.D. Henderson & FAU High School. The new center will provide cutting-edge resources, fostering innovation and research among students, and prepare them to be the leaders and educators of tomorrow.

Read More: https://fauf.fau.edu/articles/fau-lab-schools-receives-2m-grant-to-establish-the-marcus-research-and-innovation-center/

Tune into ESPN+ at 7:30 p.m. tonight to watch Florida Atlantic baseball take on Tulane in the American Conference Tournament. Let's go Owls!

Owls Set for Matchup with Tulane in American Conference Tournament - Florida Atlantic University Athletics Florida Atlantic baseball will start its postseason journey on Tuesday against Tulane

Three Florida Atlantic researchers at the forefront of Alzheimer’s disease research have each received a $350,000 grant from the Florida Department of Health to investigate the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care management and cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Congratulations to Drs. Mare Cudic, Ruth Tappen, and Qi Zhang for receiving this grant to enhance their pivotal research.

FAU Researchers Land $1M in FDOH Grants to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease Three FAU researchers have received funding from the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer’s Disease Research Program to tackle this global health crisis with their unique approaches.

Florida Atlantic University recently hosted its annual Horizon Society luncheon, honoring new and existing members of this prestigious group. Horizon Society members demonstrate outstanding philanthropy by remembering Florida Atlantic’s students and programs with gifts from their estates. They are forever linked to Florida Atlantic, its mission, students, and scholars, who will continue to make a difference in the lives of others.

Learn More About the Horizon Society: https://fauf.fau.edu/recognition-societies/

The Henry Morrison Flagler Scholarship Program, created by The William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust, supports exceptional undergraduate students of the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College of Florida Atlantic University. In addition to tuition and housing support, the Flagler scholarship also supports travel, research, internships, and service-learning opportunities. Flagler scholars have gone on to become lawyers, doctors, entrepreneurs, and more.

Learn More: https://transcendtomorrow.fau.edu/articles/flagler-scholarship-encourages-personal-growth-leadership-and-community-service/

With a 41-13 regular season record, FAU Softball has made history with the first American Athletic Conference championship in Florida Atlantic history. The No. 1 seeded Owls will begin their postseason journey today at 3:30 p.m EST on ESPN+. Go Owls!

Learn More: https://fausports.com/news/2024/5/9/softball-owls-set-to-compete-in-aac-semifinals.aspx

The FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute has been awarded a $1.3 million grant by the Florida Department of Emergency Management to explore the feasibility of in-water harvesting of Sargassum, a type of seaweed. This approach aims to clean up the seaweed before it reaches the shores, potentially offering a more efficient solution to the problem of seaweed accumulation on Florida's beaches.

Learn More: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/sargassum-harvesting-grant.php

The FAU Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, marking a legacy of excellence and innovation to health care education, research and practice. Throughout its history, transformational philanthropists and partners have helped build and shape the College to meet the evolving needs of health care and helping the next generation of nurses

The Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Celebrates 45 Years of Philanthropy and Academic Excellence - Florida Atlantic University Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, marking a legacy of excellence and innovation to health care education, research and practice. Throughout its history, transformational philanthropists and partners have helped build a...