FAU Moves Up in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 List of Top Universities
Florida Atlantic University made considerable gains in the U.S. News & World Report list of “Top Public Schools,” moving up to No. 103 from No. 112 in this year’s ranking of the nation’s best universities. ... more
FAU Awarded $10M to Train People with Disabilities for High Tech Jobs
The rising demand for tech jobs presents an outstanding opportunity for growth and inclusivity in the industry. Developing accessible training programs tailored for individuals with disabilities can foster a more diverse workforce.... more
Dangers of the Metaverse and VR for U.S. Youth Revealed in New Study
The metaverse, a space where the lines between physical and digital realities blur, is rising among younger populations. As of March, 33% of teens own a virtual reality (VR) device and 13% use it weekly.... more
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VR Could be a Gamechanger in Police-Civilian Crisis Encounters
An FAU College of Social Work and Criminal Justice study immersed police officers in virtual reality training using a realistic mental illness scenario to enhance empathy and complement traditional training.
STEM Teachers in High-need Schools Resilient Despite Challenges
An FAU College of Education researcher collaborated on a study examining 30 years of STEM teacher trends, focusing on qualifications and changes in high-need, primarily high-poverty U.S. schools.
Alcohol-Related Deaths in the U.S. More than Double from 1999 to 2020
FAU researchers explored overall trends as well as by age, gender, race and region. The sharpest spike occurred among 25-34-year-olds (nearly fourfold), while individuals aged 55-64 had the highest rates.
Arslan Munir, Ph.D., Pioneer in Smart Technologies, Joins FAU
The FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science recently welcomed Arslan Munir, Ph.D., an internationally renowned expert, researcher and pioneer in advanced computing and smart technologies.
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Hyman Science Lecture Series at FAU Hosts Journalist Carl Zimmer
The Nat and Dorothy Hyman Science Lecture Series, as part of the Schmidt College of Science at FAU, will host science journalist Carl Zimmer on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m.
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FAU Honors 2024 Talon Leadership Award Recipients
FAU Alumni and Community Engagement recently hosted its annual Talon Leadership Awards ceremony as part of Homecoming 2024.
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FAU Receives $2.6 Million to Expand Hillel on the Boca Raton Campus
FAU received a gift commitment of $2.6 million from Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach for the Hillel space within the S.E. Wimberly Library on its Boca Raton campus.
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FAU Researcher Receives Grant for 'Somaesthetics of Atmosphere'
Richard Shusterman, Ph.D., in FAU's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, has received a grant to explore a recent topic in the humanities and arts that commands growing attention - "atmosphere."
OLLI at FAU Presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida Atlantic University presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein.
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FAU Hosts ABC's 'Sharks' for First-of-its-Kind Competition
The judges of ABC's "Shark Tank" will be coming to Florida Atlantic University for its very own CrocTank, the first-of-its-kind live event on Dec. 4 at the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium.
FAU Named 2024 Fulbright HSI Leader by the US Department of State
Florida Atlantic University has been named as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader for 2024.
FAU Tech Runway® Hosts 2024 Maverick Reception
Florida Atlantic University's Tech Runway® will host its 2024 Maverick Reception on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at its site, 901 NW 35th St., Boca Raton campus.
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Fear the Tails, Not the Jaws, of These ‘Weirdo’ Sharks
Scientists studied how thresher sharks use “extreme yoga” to whip their tails at prey.... more