I hope everyone enjoyed the summer and is ready for a robust fall semester.

We are thrilled to welcome new and returning Owls this week as Florida Atlantic prepares for the Fall 2023 semester with several University traditions.

More than 1,800 students became Florida Atlantic alumni during three summer commencement ceremonies on the Boca Raton campus.

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine hosted its annual White Coat Ceremony to welcome the incoming Class of 2027.

The S.E. Wimberly Library introduced a permanent display featuring four generations of Florida Atlantic’s beloved owl mascot.

Ann and John Wood of the FairfaxWood Scholarship Foundation have donated $11.5 million to the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.

Congrats to Nolan Schanuel, who made history as the first Owl to be selected in the first round of the Major League Baseball draft!

July 1 marked the start of a new era as Florida Atlantic University officially joined the American Athletic Conference.

I am pleased to share that Florida’s 2023 Legislative Session produced favorable outcomes for Florida Atlantic’s budget priorities.

FAU’s College of Education received a $1.5 million grant from the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities.