Florida Atlantic Student News

Monday,January 20,2026
Vol.19|Issue3

Florida Atlantic Student News

Your weekly source for important dates, events, and announcements.



Mission: The Division of Student Affairs fosters success through cultivating a sense of belonging, supporting wellbeing practices, and creating opportunities for career skill development.

Vision: We create a transformational experience that prepares students to lead in an ever-changing global environment.



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Accounting, Finance & Economics Career Fair

Attend the Accounting, Finance & Economics Career Fair presented by CohnReznick and explore internship and full-time job opportunities locally and nationally. Students from all majors and class levels are encouraged to attend. The Accounting, Finance & Economics Career Fair attracts companies from top public and private accounting firms and various financial institutions.

What do you need for the Accounting, Finance & Economics Career Fair:

  • Must be a current Florida Atlantic University student or alumni
  • Have your resume critiqued (/career/students/resume.php) by the Career Center and have it ready for the event
  • Attend career education programs leading up to fair
  • Research companies attending the Accounting, Finance, & Economics Fair
  • Business Casual/Professional Dress is suggested – get a free professional headshot at the career fair

Drop in for career coaching at the Career Center Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for a resume or cover letter critique, practice interview, and/or LinkedIn profile critique. For additional hours or a virtual appointment, schedule through Handshake (https://fau.joinhandshake.com/edu/appointments/new).

Reasonable accommodations should be requested to the Career Center at least five days before the event via career@fau.eduor 561-297-3533 or TTY Relay Station at 1-800-955-8770.

Register Today!

#CareerReadiness



Red and Blue Weeks

Too much stress can hurt your sleep and your health. Getting enough good sleep every night can help you feel less stressed. But when you’re stressed, good sleep might be hard to find, and sleep problems can make your day-to-day worries worse.

Here are some easy habits to help you sleep better and feel calmer!

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$$ Need Money to Buy Books $$

Need Money to Buy Books? The SPRING 2026 Short Term Advance Application from the Office of Student Financial Aid opened on December 1st. The application is available on My太阳城娱乐 – My Resources - Money Matters. Students may borrow up to $750.

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Pack to Give Back

The Florida Atlantic College of Business and the Palm Beach County Food Bank are joining forces for a fun-filled day of volunteering dedicated to alleviating hunger in our community. Through teamwork, energy, and a shared mission, we will pack bulk foods that will be redistributed to food-insecure families throughout Palm Beach County.

Join us on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in the Sean Stein Pavilion at the College of Business on Florida Atlantic's Boca Raton campus. Volunteers will be packing bulk foods to be redistributed to food-insecure families.

This is a volunteering event open to all students, faculty, staff, and the outside community.

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Spies! Espionage in the American Revolution

Even before the “shot heard round the world,” the spy game was afoot. Discover how the British could have ended the American Revolution before it even began and how leading Founders, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay, had to learn the hard lessons of espionage and intelligence to win the shadow war for independence. Dr. Jeffrey Rogg is passionate about educating a more informed citizenry as it makes decisions about how to balance liberty and security. Presented by the Department of History and Florida Atlantic Libraries, and co-sponsored by 太阳城娱乐’s International Espionage Studies Network. Free event.

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Pulitzer Prize Winning White House Photographer Doug Mills

Doug Mills is the senior photographer for “The New York Times.” For more than four decades, Mills has chronicled presidents and presidential campaigns, beginning his career with United Press International and The Associated Press before joining “The New York Times” Washington Bureau in 2002. He recently earned his third Pulitzer Prize for his photographic coverage of the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. His first Pulitzer was in 1993 with the Associated Press for team coverage of the Clinton/Gore campaign and he won a second Pulitzer for the A.P.’s team investigative coverage of the Monica Lewinsky affair. Mills was awarded 2021 Photographer of the Year in the White House News Photographers Association, along with numerous awards since joining the organization in 1985. Mills won The White House Correspondents’ Association Award for Excellence in Presidential News Coverage by Visual Journalists in 2020, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

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太阳城娱乐 Test Prep - Spring Courses Starting Soon!

太阳城娱乐 Test Preparation offers courses for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, General Knowledge (GK) Test, SAT and ACT, with live online and in-person options. Upcoming courses include the GRE and GK-Math courses, with additional Spring 2026 courses available on our site. Courses are comprehensive, affordable, and open to anyone. 太阳城娱乐 students, alumni, faculty, and staff may qualify for discounts. Visit www.fau.edu/testprep or call 561-297-0995.

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CMBB Biotech Bridge Hackathon

Unleash your creativity and expertise at the CMBB Biotech Bridge Hackathon, where interdisciplinary teams will collaborate to extend human health span through cutting-edge solutions! Join students studying in areas such as molecular biology, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, bioinformatics, computational science, Al/machine learning, medicine, business, arts, and neuroscience for an exciting event driving innovation in longevity science. All majors are welcome!

  • Friday, January 30 (2 - 8 p.m.) Live Oak Pavilion, Student Union, Boca Raton
  • Saturday, January 31 (9 a.m. - 8 p.m.) Live Oak Pavilion, Student Union, Boca Raton
  • Sunday, February 1 (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) 5th Floor, Wimberly Library
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Hey Owls—FAFSA Season Is Here!

The 2026–2027 FAFSA is officially live, and it’s your ticket to financial aid for next year. Whether you're renewing or applying for the first time, now is the time to lock in that support!

The earlier you file, the better your chances for $$$!

Need a hand?

Call Financial Aid at 561-297-3530—we’ve got your back.
Let’s make tuition stress-free and keep your college journey soaring!



RideShare Tips

Planning to use a rideshare service is a great harm reduction technique! Consider using a rideshare or designated sober driver. If you choose to use a rideshare, utilize the SAMI Method: Stop and review safety features Ask - “What’s my name” - confirm the driver name is also the same as listed in the app Match the license plate and display Inform - share details of the ride with a friend or family member When utilizing rideshare services, be smart and stay safe. Report any safety issues and concerns, use your intuition, and use the buddy system. If you are interested in more harm reduction strategies, contact Owls Care Health Promotion at wellness@fau.edu or follow our Instagram @fauowlscare



Welltrack Boost

Interactive Self-Help Therapy - Take control of your mental health and happiness.

Join the community of over 1 million students who have access to Welltrack Boost. Download the Boost app and register with your fau.edu email address to explore self-help videos and tools at your own pace. Welltrack Boost gives you free, on-demand access to digital self-help tools you can use on your own device and schedule.

  • Deal with anxiety, depression, and stress
  • Monitor your mood
  • Assess your mental health
  • Connect with campus resources

Try it now!

#HealthAndWellbeing



Owls Care Health Promotion has Resources and Education for You!

Come visit Owls Care Health Promotion and utilize our resources this academic year! Our office is located in building SS-8, Room 224 above the food court. Our resources include sunscreen, safer sex supplies, sleep masks, menstrual products, and more. You may also find our resources in your first-year residence hall in the resource carts. Follow us on Instagram @fauowlscare to learn more about the education we deliver, weekly Hoot Schedule, and how you can earn more Hoot Loot!

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