FAU Hires Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Florida Atlantic University has named Blake Davis as its new vice president for Institutional Advancement and chief executive officer of the FAU Foundation.... more
FAU Becomes State’s First University to Host Onsite Quantum Computer
Florida Atlantic University will become the first university in Florida to publicly host a large, dedicated quantum computer on site. FAU has signed an agreement with D-Wave Quantum Inc. to acquire and install the revolutionary Advantage2 system on the university’s Boca Raton campus later this year. ... more
FAU Climbs in U.S News and World Report’s 2026 Online Program Rankings
Florida Atlantic University’s online bachelor’s program catapulted 46 spots to No. 77 from No. 123 in the nation for the 2026 “Best Online Programs” rankings by U.S. News & World Report.... more
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FAU Study Maps Brain Blueprint of a Fly's Split-Second Great Escape
A new FAU study maps the first neural blueprint behind a fly's lightning-fast escape reflexes, offering new insight into how brains rapidly coordinate movement.
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60% of U.S. Teens Have Tried AI Chatbots, 11.4% Use Them Daily
A first-of-its-kind national FAU study shows teens are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for romantic companionship and advice, while many also report troubling and potentially harmful interactions.
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BEPI Poll: Hispanic Consumer Confidence Drops Sharply in First Quarter
A majority of Hispanic consumers say their financial situation has gotten worse over the past year, a reversal from just three months ago, according to a new poll from Florida Atlantic University's BEPI
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FAU Mechanical Engineers Earn Third Place at NASA HERC Competition
A team of FAU mechanical engineering students secured third place in the college remote-controlled division at NASA's 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge
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FAU Celebrates Largest Class of M.D. Graduates in its History
FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine held its commencement ceremony today for the class of 2026 - its largest in history, with 79 graduates.
FAU Celebrates Spring 2026 Graduates
Florida Atlantic University conferred a record-number 4,347 degrees over the course of eight commencement ceremonies.
FAU's Diplomacy Program Receives Second Place Award at Model U.N.
Florida Atlantic University's Leon Charney Diplomacy Program received the Distinguished Delegation Award at the recent National Model United Nations in New York City.
FAU Honors Holocaust Reflection Contest Recipients
The contest invited these students to create original works responding to the prompt: "Clearly express what you learned about yourself and modern society through the survivor's story."
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FAU Receives Gift to Install Jerusalem Stone on Wallach Building
FAU received a gift from Joshua and Harriet Kalin that will support the Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building and add a significant element to the building.
FAU Honors 2026 Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients
Florida Atlantic University recently hosted its annual Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Reception.
HHS Regional Director Visits FAU to Witness Health Impact in Action
FAU hosted HHS regional director and alumna Samantha Brown-Parks, M.D., to its Boca Raton campus for a visit highlighting workforce training, research and community health initiatives.
FAU Launches Entrepreneurship Institute to Expand Innovation
FAU's College of Business recently launched the Entrepreneurship Institute, a dedicated program overseeing all aspects of business creation to accelerate innovation and expand entrepreneurial opportunities.
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Adam Hasner Comes Home
For Adam Hasner, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) has always been a part of his story—both professional and personal. ... more