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FAU Celebrates 10 Years of Conferring M.D. Degrees
FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine celebrated the nation's newest physicians and biomedical researchers during the commencement ceremony, which marked 10 years of conferring M.D. degrees.
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Study: Slight Rent Increase in Florida as Northeast Sees Larger Growth
After years of astronomical rent growth, Florida rents are finally settling down compared to the national average, according to researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools.
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FAU Celebrates Spring 2024 Graduates
Florida Atlantic University conferred a record-number 3,600 degrees over the course of seven in-person commencement ceremonies in the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium.
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FAU Creates New Department of Biomedical Engineering
The College of Engineering and Computer Science has created a Department of Biomedical Engineering that will focus on biomaterials and tissue engineering; smart health systems; and bio-robotics.
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Study Examines U.S. Public Opinion of 'Would-be' Mass Shooters
A first-of-its-kind FAU study gauges support for balanced justice and rehabilitation, and sheds light on public opinion about "would-be" mass shooters, particularly regarding their mental health status.
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FAU Hosts 55th Annual Honors Convocation
Florida Atlantic University President Stacy Volnick and Interim Provost Russell Ivy recently hosted the University's 55th annual Honors Convocation
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FAU/Mainstreet Poll Finds Intriguing 2024 Presidential Race Dynamics
A poll conducted by FAU Political Communication and Public Opinion Research Lab (PolCom Lab) and Mainstreet Research offers a glimpse into the shifting tides of American politics.
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Study: South Florida Housing Premiums Growing Despite Slowing Rents
Housing premiums in the Miami metropolitan area increased once again despite rising interest rates, a potential worrying sign for the housing market, according to researchers.
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Remote Sensing Technique Captures Details of Hurricane Ian's Aftermath
FAU researchers are the first to use aerial imagery and LiDAR to remotely identify structural damage and beach structural changes on a barrier island in the aftermath of a catastrophic natural disaster.
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FAU Honors 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees and Distinguished Alumni
Florida Atlantic University Alumni and Community Engagement recently hosted its annual Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Reception.