FAU conferred more than 3,200 degrees on Thursday, May 5 and Friday, May 6 during six commencement ceremonies in the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium. The new graduates joined more than 180,000 alumni who have graduated from FAU since the University opened its doors in 1964… learn more.
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Harriett L. Wilkes Honors College (WHC) recently hosted the WHC Medallion Ceremony, an event recognizing the special achievements and accomplishments of students in the 2022 graduating class. Program speakers included Justin Perry, Ph.D., dean, WHC; Warren McGovern, Ph.D., professor of Mathematics, WHC; Gina Marie Gruss, 2022 class speaker; and Cara Capp, Ph.D., WHC 2022 Distinguished Alumni award winner. Congratulations to the 67 graduates!
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Eagles are majestic birds with powerful vision; are fearless and tenacious; are high flyers; and they nurture their young. Owls are wise, thorough, detail-oriented, sequential, analytical, methodical and orderly, and most importantly, the proud mascot of FAU.
But what do these two birds really have in common? Meet Christine and Aden Eagle. This mother and son both graduated on Thursday, May 5 from FAU.
Christine, 53, received a Master of Science in Health Administration in the 1 p.m. ceremony. At just 17 years old, Aden graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in data analytics and a perfect 4.0 GPA in the 5 p.m. ceremony, eight days prior to receiving his high school diploma from FAU High School… learn more.
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In 2018, a memorandum of understanding was signed, creating FAU High School – Jupiter Campus, in partnership with Max Planck Academy. As the only program of its kind in the world, it has opened opportunities for FAU high school students to engage in the laboratories of Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, giving them access to world-class research and scientific discoveries as part of their curriculum. On Friday, May 13, a graduation ceremony was held for the inaugural class of 23 researchers, who have published four peer-reviewed research papers and won over $10,000 in grant funding in their two short years in the program!
The students wore a special turquoise Max Planck stole, signifying the completion of their journey at FAU High School – Jupiter Campus, which they received the night of their senior research symposium.
Congratulations, students!
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"As a coach and mentor, I know this experience cements the pathway to success for these students,” said James Nance, SECME coach and Stiles-Nicholson STEM Teacher Academy educator. “Even though this is an engineering competition at heart, they have gained critical thinking skills, friendships and certainly confidence that will serve them throughout their individual academic paths.”
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On Friday, May 6, Randy Blakely, Ph.D., executive director, FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute, gave a commencement address at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science graduation ceremony. During his address, Blakely relayed how tragic family events, a willingness to take risks, and the support of teachers, mentors and others unseen, placed him on a path to a career in neuroscience. He encouraged the graduates to be confident that their education had provided them with the ability to veer away from the roads they may have expected to travel and still reach the destination they should have been heading to in the first place.
To view a recording of the commencement ceremony, visit here.
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The FAU Jupiter Campus Life team was recently recognized at the Student Affairs and Enrollment Management awards ceremony for their outstanding dedication to excellence in programming, offerings and engagement for student life on campus.

During the ceremony, the group was recognized for their teamwork in completing special projects and was awarded the Team Recognition Award. Additionally, Adam Schwarz, associate director of Campus Life at FAU Jupiter, won the STAR (Staff Achievement Recognition Program) award for consistently exceeding expectations when working with students, faculty and staff, the community and the University.
“This team’s efforts often go unseen beyond what the students around campus see. However, the passion and commitment to creating an engaged student experience on the Jupiter Campus goes far beyond – we are truly trying to make a positive impact on the student experience,” said Cecilia Sarmiento, director, Student Services and Campus Life - Northern Campuses.
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Henry Hayden began his college journey with FAU’s Academy for Community Inclusion (ACI) in 2019. In addition to being enrolled in FAU’s ACI program, Hayden works at the Seaside Café at Stuart Beach and leads group yoga classes as a certified yoga instructor. Hayden is also a skilled artist who enjoys painting and currently sells his artwork and related products featuring his art. On top of all of that, Hayden spends his free time with a side job where he walks and cares for dogs in his neighborhood.
Hayden is truly a multi-faceted individual who enjoys pushing himself and pursuing his interests and goals. Presently, Hayden is working on launching his own business, called HHeart, where he will incorporate his interests and skills in art, yoga, and dog care into different products and services to offer for sale. You will be able to find out more about HHeart soon Facebook..
ACI is a comprehensive transition program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Students in the ACI program take classes, participate in internships, and engage in social activities throughout their college experience... Learn more
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FAU Max Planck Honors Program Students Present Research in Spring 2022 Thesis Defense
Congratulations to the FAU Max Planck Honors Program students for successfully defending their theses!
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Justin Xie
Potential Anticonvulsant Effects of Isoguvacine in Caenorhabditis elegans
Vivek Sreejithkumar
Identifiability Analysis of the H1N1 Influenza and COVID-19 Viruses
Hannah Phelps
Impact of an Autism and ADHD Associated Mutation in the Dopamine Transporter on in vivo Dopamine Release Arising from a Naturalistic Reward
Tiffany Zhang
Assessment of a New Model for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Studies of the Viral Mimetic Poly I:C on Biochemical Measures of Brain Inflammation and Serotonin Signaling
Nicholas Pizzo
The Role of the Drosophila Attractin Homolog in Insulin Signaling
Marla Minkoff
Characterization of Chronic Pain by Retrograde Tracing
Jason Lee
Producing a Genetic Tool to Access Neurons
To learn more about the Spring 2022 Thesis Defense presentations, visit here!
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Cara Capp, MURP ’10, B.A. ’08, Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, was recently recognized at the FAU Alumni Association annual Hall of Fame and Distinguished Alumni ceremony and reception. The event brought together alumni to celebrate the accomplishments of their most outstanding peers. Alumni from eight of FAU’s colleges were honored for their career accomplishments … read more.
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FAU Jupiter Campus recently celebrated Arbor Day 2022 in the Robert J. Huckshorn Arboretum. Arbor Day is a nationally recognized holiday that celebrates trees and encourages individuals to participate in the customary observance activity and plant a tree.
During the celebration, remarks were delivered by speakers Bethany Stanhope, Ph.D., executive director of academic operations, FAU Jupiter; Justin Perry, Ph.D., dean, Wilkes Honors College; Rachel Luria, associate dean of student affairs and associate professor of Rhetoric and Composition, Wilkes Honors College; Alana Edwards, education and training coordinator, Center for Environmental Studies, FAU; Victoria Middlebrooks, trustee, Chastain Charitable Foundation; and Mary Beth Mudrick, associate director of development, FAU Jupiter. Professor of History and American Studies at FAU’s WHC, Christopher Strain, Ph.D., gave the keynote speech.
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During the spring semester, 15 students in grades 6-8 completed the NeuroExplorer program, learning from FAU neuroscientists about neuron anatomy and communication, brain anatomy, brain research and brain disorders. Participants engaged in biweekly neuroscience lessons and activities at STEM Studio in Abacoa and had additional opportunities to learn through virtual resources including podcasts featuring recent neuroscience discoveries, brain games, and 360° science videos.
Students also received a monthly Brain Box filled with hands-on activities geared towards the program's topics and enjoyed a bi-weekly virtual science classroom.
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Future Owls Awarded Alliance of Women Executives Scholarships |
The local non-profit Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) recently hosted their fifth annual scholarship awards event, awarding 24 scholarships to deserving high school graduates, with 12 scholarship recipients headed to FAU. The scholarship supports young women graduating from a Palm Beach County High School and are choosing to continue their education at Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College. All of this year’s winners were selected for their outstanding academic accomplishments and dedication to serving their community.
The 2022 AWE scholarship recipients were awarded a $1,500 scholarship from AWE and a laptop courtesy of Florida Power and Light.
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Join Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FAU Jupiter for the summer! Lectures and courses run from May 16 to July 14.
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With the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season forecast to be above average activity with a higher probability of major hurricanes making landfall along the continental United States coastline, several Florida Atlantic University faculty experts are available to discuss various issues surrounding hurricane preparedness, evacuation and aftermath.
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FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute reflects on the Institute's transformative 2021 year in the newly published 2022 edition of MasterMinds. This publication provides readers with updates on research and educational activities of more than 100 faculty-level neuroscience investigators who seek to unlock the secrets of brain development and the mind, as well as devastating brain disorders.
Click here to read the MasterMinds 2022 Annual Report.
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Educational Leadership:
Intern to Excellence (ELITE)
Educational Leadership: Intern to Excellence (ELITE) is a 22-month state approved Master’s Degree Program in Educational Leadership. ELITE is an accelerated program that includes district specific professional development for aspiring school leaders and completion of the masters... Learn more
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The Parking and Transportation Services provides a free intercampus shuttle service. Students, faculty, and staff can enjoy hassle-free, convenient transportation between the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses. View Schedule
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Explore key Jupiter campus locations and learn about life as a Wilkes Honors College student without leaving your home! Our new virtual tour takes visitors throughout the John D. MacArthur Campus, our world-class research facilities and the beautiful Jupiter community with nearby beaches. Tour
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