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Frontiers in Science Public Lecture Series

Welcome to the 2025 Frontiers in Science Public Lecture Series, hosted by the Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. This season includes conversations with experts in the sciences on healthy aging and future-proofing our coasts, including Q&A sessions from the audience. We hope these discussions expand your understanding of the world, inspire deeper learning, and ignite meaningful discussions.

Frontiers in Science has been hosted by the Schmidt College of Science for more than two decades and has become a pillar for communicating and engaging in the sciences within our community. We invite you join us and support the series as we explore the sciences together.


Panel Discussion Schedule


Living Better as We Age: The Science Enhancing Your Healthspan

Thursday, January 30, 2025  |  5:30-6:30 p.m. panel discussion  |  6:30-7:30 p.m. reception with refreshments 
Live Oak Pavilion, Student Union, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

Ashley Artese, Ph.D. Ashley Artese, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Exercise Science and Health Promotion, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

Scott Brown  Scott Brown  
Vice President of Fitness, Orange Theory

Mare Cudic, Ph.D. Mare Cudic, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

Brandon G. Fico, Ph.D., ACSM-CEP Brandon G. Fico, Ph.D., ACSM-CEP 
Assistant Professor, Department of Exercise Science and Health Promotion, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

This is a free event and open to the public.


Future-Proofing Our Coasts: Leveraging Science for a Sustainable Tomorrow in the Face of Climate Change

Wednesday, February 19, 2025  |  5:30-6:30 p.m. panel discussion  |  6:30-7:30 p.m. reception with refreshments 
Live Oak Pavilion, Student Union, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

Serena Hoermann, Ph.D. Serena Hoermann , Ph.D.
Associate Director, Center for Urban and Environmental Solutions (CUES), Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

Jennifer Juardo, Ph.D. Jennifer Jurado, Ph.D.
Chief Resilience Officer, Deputy Department Director at Broward County Government

Weibo Liu, Ph.D. Weibo Liu, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Geosciences, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

Stephanie Wakefield, Ph.D. Stephanie Wakefield, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University

 

This is a free event and open to the public.

Panels Moderated By

Valery E. Forbes, Ph.D. Valery E. Forbes, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Florida Atlantic University

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Location and Parking 

FAU Student Union (UN-31)
Live Oak Pavilion (Room LO-31B)
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431

Click here for an interactive map

Driving Directions

Directions to the Florida Atlantic University Student Union

  • I-95 North/South bound:  exit at Glades Road and go east. FAU will be approximately 1/2 mile on the left.

  • Florida's Turnpike North/South bound: exit at Glades Road and go east. FAU will be approximately 6 miles on the left.

Parking Map

Guests can park for free during this event. Parking can be found in Parking Garage 1 to the north of the Student Union.

Parking Garage 1


Sponsorship Opportunities

Frontiers in Science is made possible by the generous donations of our attendees. If you would like to support the series or make a gift to benefit our students, please contact Todd Clark at 561.297.2689 or email clarkt@fau.edu. Your tax-deductible gift may also be made with a check payable to FAU Foundation, Inc. Please include “Frontiers in Science” or “Science Student Support” in the memo line.

Presenting Sponsor ($5,000+)

  • 2-3 minute presentation before speaker, and live “from stage” recognition from the Dean of the Schmidt College of Science, Valery E. Forbes, Ph.D.
  • Half page recognition in the event program
  • Prominent logo recognition on Frontiers in Science website, event emails, social media, and on-site event materials
  • Opportunity for meeting with speaker or key faculty after event

Reception Sponsor ($2,500+)

  • Recognition as presenting sponsor of Frontiers in Science during reception
  • Half page recognition in the event program
  • Prominent logo recognition on Frontiers in Science website, event emails, social media and on-site event material
  • Live “from stage” recognition

Frontiers in Science Sponsor ($1,000+)

  • Prominent logo recognition on Frontiers in Science website, event emails, social media and on-site event material
  • Live “from stage” recognition
   

 


Contact Us

For more information, contact scicomm@fau.edu.

Past Frontiers in Science Public Lecture Series

 

 

Planning Committee

Valery Forbes, Ph.D., Committee Chair
Colin Polsky, Ph.D.
James M. Sullivan, Ph.D.
Zach Greathouse, MBA

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Additional Information
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science offers unparalleled experiential learning opportunities to prepare the next generation of scientists and problem solvers.
Address
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Rd, SE-43
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Fax: (561) 297-3292