Student Services and Activities

The Boca Raton campus is the only campus location that provides the convenience of a drop box. The drop box is available in the Student Support Services Building (SU, 80). If the amount of fees due is known, students are encouraged to put checks in the drop box. Please write the Student ID number on the check. Do not deposit cash in the drop box. No envelopes are required. NOTE: By depositing check payments in the drop box, you are authorizing FAU to electronically process your check. The electronic debit to your checking account may be on the same day your check payment is processed.

Financial Aid

FAU's financial aid program is administered by the Student Financial Aid Office. In Boca Raton, call 561-297-3530; in Broward, call 954-236-1229; in Jupiter, call 561-799-8697. For information about financial aid, read the section on   Financial Assistance Opportunities   in this catalog or visit the Financial Aid   website.

Fraternity and Sorority Life

The FAU campus provides a wide range of academic, social and community service activities for students, and membership in a fraternity or sorority is a great first step toward enjoying all the benefits that FAU has to offer.  Collectively, fraternities and sororities constitute one of the largest student groups on campus, and they have all made the commitment to doing more and being more; to having an experience that develops them as better, more ethical men and women. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life encourages students to fully explore the non-committal opportunity offered to understand what makes FAU's fraternity and sorority community so impactful.   

The best resource for more information about the FAU fraternity and sorority community is   qndj.babycatcher.net/fslife  , where you can find more information about individual chapters and the overall experience here at FAU.

Graduate and Professional Student Association

The Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA) is the official voice and advocate for the graduate and professional student population. Co-advised by professionals in the Division of Student Affairs and the Graduate College, GPSA strives to provide graduate-centric experiences, which develop students scholastically and professionally. Examples of such experiences are social programming, workshops, conference travel funding networking opportunities, academic and nonacademic support resources and graduate and professional student organizations (GPSOs). GPSA also acts as a conduit for the resolution of the needs and concerns unique to FAU graduate and professional students by serving on the Graduate Council in the Graduate College.

Visit the GPSA   website for information. Email   gpsa@babycatcher.net or connect in person at the Boca Raton campus UN 234; Davie campus, SD 203; and Jupiter campus, SR 151.

Housing

Off-Campus Housing
The Off-Campus Housing Service, a computerized list of area rooms, apartments and houses for rent. For information, call 561-297-3735 or visit the website.

On-Campus Housing — Housing and Residential Education
Boca Raton Campus
Approximately 4,700 students live in FAU Housing. Applications for FAU Housing are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, with first-year students receiving preference in the residence hall communities. Students are encouraged to apply early as space is limited. Space is not available for married students or students with families.

The University offers two basic styles of housing accommodation: suite-style residence halls, primarily for first-year students and other undergraduate students, and apartments for upper-division students. All facilities are air-conditioned and include standard furnishings, utilities, cable TV service, wireless Internet access, laundry facilities and community lounges.

A number of student staff and full-time professional staff members are available throughout FAU Housing to assist with student needs. The Residential Education staff connect students to purposeful experiences and resources that support their academic success, personal development and community engagement as they progress toward graduation; advise students about the Resident Student Association and community-council groups in FAU Housing; and assist students in transitioning from home to on-campus life.

Jupiter Campus
Approximately 450 students live in three suite-style residence halls on the Jupiter campus. All full-time, first-year admitted students at the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College are required to live on campus and purchase a meal plan for their first and second year. Exemptions from this policy may be requested for the following reasons:

1. Students are at least 24 years of age;
2. Students are married;
3. Students have a dependent child; or
4. Students are U.S. military veterans, returning from a tour of duty.

Non-Honors College students who attend the Jupiter campus can apply for housing also but are not required to live on campus. Priority is given to Honors College students.

Click  here for additional information about on-campus housing or contact:

Boca Raton Campus
561-297-2880
Email:   housing@babycatcher.net

Florida Atlantic University
Department of Housing and Residential Education
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33431

Jupiter Campus
561-799-8828
Email: Jupiterhousing@babycatcher.net

FAU Jupiter/John D. MacArthur Campus
Department of Housing and Residential Education
5353 Parkside Drive
Jupiter, FL 33458

International Services

The International Services Office provides comprehensive programs and services for international students and scholars enrolled at the University or otherwise engaged in research and other academic pursuits. The office collaborates across the University to advance the recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of international students. Key programs and services include: compliance, reporting and record maintenance for the F and J visa program under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVIS); pre-arrival, visa documentation and orientation services for newly admitted international students; international student advising and workshops/seminars on topics of interest for current international students; and academic/social/cultural integration support through the International Integration Initiative (I3@FAU). Signature events include International Education Week and the Festival of nations.

International students with F and J status have two visa-specific registration holds that must be cleared prior to registration for courses: the IS hold (removed after the student obtains the form I-20 or DS-2019 and confirms that the appropriate F or J visa has been granted), and the MM hold (removed after the student provides proof of appropriate health insurance coverage in compliance with Florida Board of Governors statutes and University policies).

International students complete a mandatory immigration check-in process upon arrival to the University. Students must report to International Services and present their passport, visa, form I-20/DS-2019, and the arrival/departure record (which can be downloaded at www.cbp.gov/I94 after arrival in the United States). Additionally, international students must report a local physical U.S. address to International Services within 10 days of arrival in the United States.

Annual medical insurance for all F and J students is required for 52 continuing weeks beginning in August of each academic year. Additionally, J-2 visa holders (dependents of J-1 students/scholars) are also required to purchase medical insurance in compliance with federal requirements for the J Exchange Visitor Program. F and J visa holders must purchase the University-approved insurance plan or provide an acceptable alternate insurance plan by submitting the Alternate Insurance Compliance Form. Contact the International Services by email, phone (561-297-3049) or visit the website. 

Mail Services

The Mail Center processes all University-related mail and shipments. This includes the internal University mail to and from all campuses, incoming and outgoing courier mail to and from other state agencies, all incoming and outgoing U.S. mail, and shipments handled by other carriers such as UPS, FedEx, Airborne and DHL. The Mail Center is the point of contact for all bulk mailings. Mail directed to resident students is handled by the Housing Department. For information on Mail Services, contact 561-297-3172.

For the convenience of students, faculty and staff, a self-service postal kiosk is located in Campus Copy. This kiosk offers self-service functions including books of stamps, express and priority mail and other USPS functions. There is no surcharge for any of the mail services offered.

Math Learning Center

The Math Learning Center (MLC), located in GS211, assists FAU students in developing their math problem solving skills. The MLC is staffed by graduate and undergraduate student tutors. All tutors receive extensive training and are certified through the College Reading and Learning Association. The MLC also houses the Learning Assistant (LA) Program, providing active learning in the Calculus course sequence.

The MLC provides the following academic support services to FAU students for free:

• Drop-in tutoring during all hours of operation;
•  Small group tutoring by appointment, as available;
•  eTutoring (see webpage); 
•  Review sessions for specific courses;
•  SAM Lab (Succeed At  Math) in GS207 for Methods of Calculus.

Visit the Math Learning Center's webpage for further information, including hours of operation

Military and Veterans Student Success Center

Florida Atlantic University is approved for the education and training of veterans and their children under all public laws now in effect. The Military and Veterans Student Success Center Affairs (MVSSC), located on the Boca Raton campus (Bldg. 31E, Room 173), assists all U.S. military service members, veterans, and their dependents. MVSSC provides tuition and fee deferments in accordance with Florida Statute, Title XLVII, Chapter 1009.27, Out-of-State Tuition and Fee Waivers in accordance with Florida Statute 1009.26 (13) & (14), Veteran Non-Resident Tuition Waivers in accordance with Florida Statute 1009.26, Section 36, (12)(a), Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) work-study opportunities, and Side-X-Side Career Readiness programs.

Students who intend to use VA educational benefits at FAU should contact the MVSSC office before applying to the University and at least two months prior to the anticipated semester start date. This time is required to obtain the necessary information and documents for processing of educational benefits from the VA.

Veterans and other students receiving VA education benefits or military tuition assistance are eligible for one fee deferment per semester by completing FAU’s VA Enrollment Certification Request form available  here, which provides students with additional days within the semester to pay tuition and fees; see Student Services Last Day to Pay page for deadline dates with VA deferment (updated each semester). Certification is not automatic and must be requested prior to the start of each term. Requests may be submitted as early as 30 days prior to the start of the semester. If not submitted on time, VA cannot guarantee on-time payment.

Out-of-State Tuition and Fee Waiver Eligibility Criteria
Section 1009.26 (13) & (14), Florida Statutes, established the Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young Veteran Waiver Program, which requires a state university to waive out-of-state fees for a person who is:

An honorably discharged veteran of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Reserve Forces, or the National Guard who physically resides in this state while enrolled in the institution
or
Entitled to and uses educational assistance provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for a quarter, semester, or term beginning after July 1, 2015, who physically resides in this state while enrolled in the institution.

Florida Veteran Non-Resident Tuition Waiver Program Eligibility Criteria
Section 1009.26, Section 36, (12)(a), Florida Statutes, waives out-of-state fees for a person who is:

An honorably discharged veteran of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Reserve Forces, or the National Guard and physically resides in this state while enrolled in the institution.

Rate of Pursuit
Rate of Pursuit (RoP) applies specifically to Chapter 33. It differs from training time, which is used for all other chapters. Schools certify actual credit. VA calculates RoP by dividing the number of credit (or credit hour equivalents) being pursued by the number of credits considered to be full-time by the school. The resulting percentage is the student’s RoP. See FAU's full-time requirements here for undergraduate and graduate levels.

Examples: If full-time is12 credits, then the RoP:

- 6 credits (or credit equivalents) is 50% (6, 12 = 50%)
- 7 credits (or credit equivalents) is 58% (7, 12 = 58%) 

For more detail on the VA's summer enrollment RoP breakdown and graduate enrollment in non-individually defined semesters breakdown click here.

Eligibility for VA benefits are determined by the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs as per VA rules and regulations. For questions regarding semester deferments, Out-of-State Tuition and Fee Waivers, enrollment certification and other all services, contact FAU’s MVSSC at 561- 297-4725 or by emailing veterans@babycatcher.net. For additional information regarding other veterans educational programs, VA monthly stipends or specific information about benefits and/or payments, contact the VA education hotline at 1-888-442-4551 or use the Ask VA (AVA) portal.

New Student transitions and family engagement

The New Student Transitions and Family Engagement Office provides quality transitional experiences that maximize students' ability to achieve their dreams and goals and optimize their potential, assisting them in developing confidence and resourcefulness throughout their Florida Atlantic journey. New Student Transitions oversees three main sections:

• Orientation
• Family Engagement
• The Mentoring Project

Orientation
Orientation is a required University-wide program for all new undergraduate students (first-time-in-college and transfer students). The purpose of the New Student Transitions and Family Engagement Office is to provide programs and services that facilitate the transition of new students into the University, prepare new students for the University's educational opportunities and integrate students into the campus community.

A comprehensive orientation is offered in partnership with each of the University's locations where student services are provided. Included are programs with the Boca Raton campus and transfer programs with the Davie and Jupiter campuses. Orientation for Wilkes Honors College students is also held in partnership with the Jupiter campus.

Orientation Leaders support all New Student Transitions and Family Engagement Programs. They are dedicated, spirited and highly trained individuals who ease the transition for incoming students and their families. By sharing their knowledge of campus resources and experiences at FAU, they support a smooth transition for new students.

The New Student Transitions and Family Engagement Office is located on the Boca Raton campus and may be reached at 561-297-2733. For more information about orientation at all campuses, click here or send an email to orientme@babycatcher.net.

Since family involvement can be very important in determining student success, family members are welcome to register as guests and participate in orientation.

Family Engagement
The Family Engagement team assists families in supporting their students at Florida Atlantic. With a goal of building a positive experience for students and their families, this service provides direct family access to any questions and concerns regarding their students.

The Office of New Student Transitions and Family Engagement encourages families to stay connected with their student and the FAU community. Through multiple forms of media (newsletters, social media and ongoing family training), the office keeps families connected through the different stages of their students' collegiate career. Through Programs that include perspective seminars, the family spring events and the signature Owl Family Weekend, the Office of New Student Transitions and Family Engagement is here to ensure that families feel supported through their students’ academic journey. For more information, click here, contact the office at 561-297-2733 or email owlfamily@babycatcher.net.

The Mentoring Project
The Mentoring Project is designed to create pathways of opportunity and connection through relationships that promote student success. It connects undergraduate FAU students with faculty, staff, graduate students or peer mentors. Students who are new to FAU can request a "Connections" mentor any time during their first two terms of enrollment. Returning students serve as peer mentors or may be mentored through more than 20 mentoring opportunities offered through academic departments, Student Affairs or community service programs. For more information about mentoring, click here or email mentoring@babycatcher.net.

Owls Care Health Promotion

Owls Care Health Promotion  empowers students to be healthy, responsible and successful by providing wellness information, dynamic programs and services on health-related issues, such as stress management, healthy lifestyle, sexual health and well-being, substance safety, healthy relationships, and much more. These services enhance the health of the Florida Atlantic community and increase opportunities for students’ academic and personal success.

On the Boca Raton campus, the office is in the Schmidt Family Complex, SF-107, Suite 158A. On the Jupiter campus, the office is in the Student Resource Building, SR-MC03, in the Burrow. Self-Care and Wellness Resource locations can be found in the MyFAU app. Need more information? Please email wellness@babycatcher.net. Hours on both the Boca and Jupiter campuses vary and can be found in the Linktree on @fauowlscare on Instagram. 

Owls Care Leaders
Owls Care Leaders are NASPA-certified Peer Educators who serve as representatives for Owls Care Health Promotion, providing outreach and education on topics including stress management, bystander intervention, suicide prevention and more. For information on how to become an Owls Care Leader, call 561-297-1048 or visit the Owls Care Health Promotion website.

 Women’s Resource and Community Connection
The Women’s Resource and Community Connection (WRCC), a program under Owls Care Health Promotion, is a student space that targets the meaning and belonging, health and wellness, career preparedness and student success of communities of women and other individuals at Florida Atlantic. The WRCC helps to connect students with the services and resources they need to do their best through outreach and education led by Owls Care Leaders. Owls Care Leaders serve as representatives for the WRCC and Owls Care Health Promotion. 

For location and hours, follow @fauowlscare on Instagram and visit the Linktree in bio. 

Parking and Transportation Services

Parking and Transportation Services is responsible for managing the parking program in the interest of providing safe, convenient and well-designed parking facilities for more than 30,000 students, faculty, staff and visitors. To properly manage the parking facilities, the department administers a vehicle registration program and corresponding sale of decals, plans and develops parking lots, administers the appeals process, enforces the parking rules and maintains financial accountability.

University traffic patrollers provide a constant presence within the lots and are available to answer questions regarding parking procedures and regulations. On the Davie campus, parking regulations are enforced by FAU and Broward College officials. On the Fort Lauderdale campus, parking rules in the public garage are enforced by the City of Fort Lauderdale. Parking and Transportation Services can be reached at 561-297-2771. For additional information and to purchase a decal, visit   qndj.babycatcher.net/parking  .

Pre-Collegiate Programs

Pre-Collegiate Programs enhance the educational experiences of students by providing programs and services that are holistic and based on theories of learning and human development. The office's Upward Bound Program provides several services that promote entry in and completion of a postsecondary education. Additional services include:

• Advice and assistance in secondary and postsecondary course selection;
• Assistance in preparing for college entrance examinations and completing college admission applications;
• Information on the full range of federal student financial aid programs and benefits (including Federal Pell Grant awards and loan forgiveness) and resources for locating public and private scholarships;
• Assistance in completing financial aid applications, including the Free Application for Federal Student Aid;
•  Guidance and assistance in secondary school re-entry, alternative education programs for secondary school dropouts that lead to the receipt of a regular secondary school diploma; entry into general educational development (GED) programs; or entry into postsecondary education;
•  Education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students or the students' parents, including financial planning for postsecondary education;
• Advocacy for underrepresented students;
• Training in leadership skills; assessments of students' educational goals and individual needs;
•  Instruction in Mathematics through Pre-Calculus, Laboratory Science, Foreign Language, Composition and Literature.

For further information on the programs and services offered within Pre-Collegiate Programs, call 561-297-1185 or visit its   website.

Student Accessibility Services

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) takes great pride in the academic and personal achievements of students with disabilities. Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing equal access for individuals with disabilities to all academic, social, cultural and recreational programs. SAS is compliant with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

The mission of SAS is to collaborate with the institution’s diverse community to ensure that all aspects of campus life — learning, working and living — are universally accessible. This office is committed to providing quality and comprehensive individualized services and state-of-the-art assistive technology while adapting to the dynamic needs of the diverse student population of Florida Atlantic. SAS works with faculty and staff to ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided to FAU students. It seeks to form collaborations that promote an inclusive learning environment for students' social, academic and career success.

Numerous support services are available to students with disabilities, including:

• Disability consultation and support
• Classroom accommodations
• Note-taking services
• Testing accommodations
• Sign language/C-Print services
• Assistive technology training and access
• Learning strategies 
• SAS Mentor Program
• Volunteer opportunities
• Scholarships

Self-identification and registration with SAS is at the student's option and is not mandatory. However, in order to receive authorized academic accommodations from FAU due to a disability, the student must register with SAS. Information on registering with SAS can be found on the SAS   website. Academic accommodations are based on self-report of the disability, effective prior accommodations, observation and interaction with the SAS consultant, as well as disability documentation submitted by the student. These accommodations are provided to support students in achieving academic success at the University as well as to assist them in developing the necessary compensatory skills they will need to be successful after graduation. All disability-related records are confidential and are released only with the student's written permission.

The SAS Office for the Boca Raton campus is located in SU 133. Call 561-297-3880 (voice) or 711 (TTY). Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (via phone only from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.), Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.

The SAS Office for the Broward campuses is located at the Davie campus in LA 131. Call 954-236-1222 (voice) or 711 (TTY). Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The SAS Office for the Jupiter campus is located in SR  111F. Call 561-799-8585 (voice) or 711 (TTY). Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Student Activities and Involvement

As a part of the total educational experience at Florida Atlantic University, student activities and involvement opportunities are regularly revised and updated to meet the needs and preferences of the student body.

The Student Activities and Involvement Office is in charge of four main areas: Registered Student Organizations, Student Government and Campus Activities. Student Activities and Involvement offers over 300 registered student organizations and a multitude of ways for students to connected at FAU. For a complete list of all organizations and student organization events, click here.

Student Activities and Involvement is a resource for all students to stay engaged while at FAU. Students can get involved in Homecoming, events, internships, research, volunteer opportunities, media, Student Government, club sports and much more. For more information, call 561-297-3735 (Boca), 561-799-8724 (Jupiter) or 954-236-1001 (Broward) or visit this website.

Student-Athlete Success Center

The Student-Athlete Success Center provides assistance to the more than 500 student-athletes at FAU as they strive to reach their educational goals while they compete in intercollegiate athletics. Academic counselors work closely with coaches, faculty and a variety of campus resources to help facilitate students' academic progress and personal development throughout college life. This is accomplished by instituting academic and social support programs, including, but not limited to, Academic Enhancement, Tutorial Services, Counseling, Secondary Advising, Study Hall, Eligibility Tracking, Career Development and Life Skills. The major emphasis with each of these programs is to provide students with the resources and fundamental skills that will foster academic achievement and promote the holistic development of the student-athlete population.

The Student-Athlete Success Center is located in the Oxley Center on the Boca Raton campus. For information, call 561-297-2297.

Office of Student Conduct

The Office of Student Conduct (OSC) is a department within the Office of the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students/Division of Student Affairs. The purpose of the Office of Student Conduct is to support the educational mission of Florida Atlantic University by administering the Stu dent Code of Conduct, described in  University Regulation 4.007, and serving as a resource to the University community and beyond.

The University’s Student Code of Conduct is an integral part of the educational mission of the University. It emphasizes the development of each individual’s acceptance of his or her own personal and social responsibilities, ensuring fairness  in the implementation of the procedural  requirements described in this regulation for all students.

The University’s Student Code of Conduct is designed to provide and help maintain an atmosphere within the University Community that is conducive to academic pursuits. Serious action against a student, such as separation, is considered and invoked only when other remedies fail. The University, however, recognizes its responsibilities to all members of the University community, and the protection of personal, institutional rights and property is a primary focus of the process in Regulation 4.007.

Student Employment

The Student Employment Office provides information on both on-campus and off-campus jobs to degree-seeking students, regardless of financial need. The office maintains "Get a Job!," a current online job database available to students and employers. Call 561-297-6156 for details or visit the Student Employment website.

Student Government

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Student Government (SG) is the official voice and governing body of the student population. Modeled after the federal and state governments, FAU SG has three branches, Executive, Legislative and Judicial, serving students University wide and campus specific at the Boca Raton campus, Broward campuses and the Jupiter campus. In addition to being the student governing body, SG serves as one of the largest on-campus opportunities for student leadership, legislative action, lobbying and advocacy for the student experience.

The Executive Branch consists of the Student Body President, Vice President, Boca Raton Governor, Broward Campuses Governor, and Jupiter Campus Governor and their Administrative Cabinets. The President represents the student body University wide to FAU administration, Florida Legislature and nationally. It is the responsibility of the executive branch to work on initiatives that improve campus life. The Student Body President, Vice President and Campus Governors are elected in the spring for one-year terms.

The Legislative Branch reflects students from three areas: Boca Raton campus, Broward campuses and Jupiter campus. There is a University-wide student senate and three campus-based houses of representatives. It is the responsibility of the legislative branch to maintain SG statutes that enable self-governance, allocate funding from the activity and service fee budget and provide a check and balance for executive programs. Legislators are elected each fall for one-year terms.

The Judicial Branch is composed of the Chief Justice and three campus-based Associate Justices. The Student Court interprets the law. The Student Court may hear cases regarding Student Body Constitution, statutory due process and violations. It also reviews SG statutes for legislation that may be unconstitutional according to the SG Constitution. Members of the Student Court are also trained hearing officers of the Student Affairs Student Conduct Board.

SG works closely with the departments of Activity & Service Accounting and Budget Office (ASAB) and Student Activities and Involvement to support student-centered activities and services.

Professional staff and faculty members support SG. The advisors are full-time administrators with advanced degrees in higher education administration, leadership and accounting who advise and support SG by assisting with the student coordination of University-wide and campus-based initiatives, providing training and advisement.

Visit the SG website  for information. Email gpsa@babycatcher.net or connect in person at the Boca Raton campus, UN 234; Davie campus, SD 214; and Jupiter campus, SR 151.

Students Advocating Volunteer Involvement (SAVI)
The Student Government agency Students Advocating Volunteer Involvement (SAVI) provides community service and leadership opportunities to all interested students. SAVI offers students the opportunity to coordinate volunteer and fundraising events to support the community. SAVI also assists clubs and other student organizations in their community service efforts. SAVI is based on the Boca Raton, Broward and Jupiter campuses.

Contact SAVI for your campus:

Boca Raton campus: 561-297-3607
Broward campuses: 954-236-1183
Jupiter campus: 561-799-8724

Student Health Services

Student Health Services (SHS) provides high quality, affordable and accredited healthcare to registered FAU students at the Boca Raton, Jupiter, and Davie campuses. Its student-focused services offer a primary care solution to both commuter and residential students. A student's health and the ability to thrive academically are closely linked. It is the goal of Student Health Services' dedicated team of professionals to provide caring, confidential health and dental care and credible health information to help FAU students stay healthy, graduate on time and establish lifelong health habits. Students who pay the FAU health fee are eligible for services and have access to self-pay discounts. No payment is required at the time of service; any charges will be sent to the student's account. Insurance is not required to use Student Health Services, but SHS is an in-network provider with a number of major insurances. Check the website for a complete list. Schedule an appointment today or stop in to visit the campus medical, women’s health, nutrition, or dental (Boca Raton campus only) clinic.

Student Media

The Department of Student Media provides learning opportunities in media that promote student participation and enrichment through the practice of newspaper, television and radio journalism. The Department of Student Media plays an integral role at Florida Atlantic University by covering its wide-ranging events and programs, providing entertainment and giving students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in print journalism, television and radio broadcast production. Led by professional advisors, students involved in student media gain hands-on experience that can’t be found in a classroom. In addition to building résumés, student media offer a wide range of paid and volunteer positions that allow students to focus on their academics while also committing time to producing materials and building portfolios. The Department of Student Media is located on the Boca Raton campus, Building 31 (UN), Room 207. For more information, call 561-297-0448 or visit qndj.babycatcher.net/studentmedia. 

Student Union

Boca Raton Campus
The Student Union is the community center for all members of the Florida Atlantic University campus, including students, faculty, staff and visitors. It contributes directly to the educational mission of Florida Atlantic by providing encouragement and opportunities for participation in educational, cultural and recreational activities. The facilities provide a central place for students and others to spend time learning, socializing and relaxing while feeling more closely connected to the campus. The Student Union is home to the eSports Gaming Center that includes gaming computers, a console gaming area and an area for billiards, foosball, air hockey and table tennis. The Student Union also provides a home for registered student organization meetings and events, including concerts, comedy shows, leadership conferences and much more.   

Davie Campus
Located on the Davie campus in Broward County, the 20,000-square-foot Student Union houses offices for Student Government and advisors, a student lounge with a computer room, a large multipurpose roo m for events, health and counseling services, Steve's Espresso Café and a 5,800-square-foot University bookstore. The Davie Student Union is also the place for students to get their Owl Cards, reserve study rooms, rent laptops/tablets or purchase a snack from vending machines. The Union is the center of campus life where students can gather, talk, relax or engage in various university activities and programs.

Hours:
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Direct inquiries to 954-236-1332. For further information, including upcoming events, call the building coordinator at 954-236-1314.

Jupiter Campus
Located on the John D. MacArthur campus in Jupiter, the Burrow Student Union houses offices for Student Government and advisors, multiple lounge and study areas, a TV and video gaming consoles, academic and gaming computers, charging lockers, a wellness cart, microwave, water and ice machine, as well as Keurig and coffee vending machines. Recreational equipment includes a ping pong table, billiards, foosball and air hockey, as well as video and board games. Outdoor recreational equipment such as basketballs, volleyballs, soccer and footballs are also available for check out. Other services include scantron check out, Night Owls dispatch, stamping of approved flyers for posting, lost and found and general event support. The Burrow is the center of campus life where events and programs occur frequently and students socialize, study and engage in various activities. 

Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Saturday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 
Summer hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Call 561-799-8681 to reach the Burrow Front Desk.

Testing and Certification

The Testing and Certification Center provides testing services for FAU students, faculty, staff and the community.

Florida Atlantic University is a national, state and university test center. National tests include ACCUPLACER, ACT, CLEP, LSAT, MAT, PRAXIS and TOEFL. State and university tests include TEAS and other academic and professional tests. In addition, FAU is a Prometric test center. To view a listing of tests offered by Prometric, visit www.prometric.com. Individuals may also schedule appointments to have correspondence tests proctored. Accommodations for students with disabilities are made available in coordination with Student Accessibility Services. For details, visit its website.

Services for faculty include makeup testing on a limited basis, scoring multiple-choice tests and providing a computer analysis of the results via email. The Student Perception of Teaching forms are now completed online each semester. The results are available online through the FAU website.

Contact the office for testing hours and services at fautesting@babycatcher.net or 561-297-3160 on the Boca Raton campus and 954-236-1220 on the Davie campus. For more information, visit the Testing and Certification website.

Transfer Student Services

The Transfer Student Services Center provides a streamlined onboarding process for transfer students through:

• Comprehensive transfer admissions services;
• Pre-admission and transition academic advising;
• Facilitating student connection to on-campus resources.

In addition, Transfer Student Services publishes Transition Guides for students who are planning on transferring to FAU. The guides include transferrable lower-division courses for all undergraduate majors at FAU. They are designed to assist students navigate a smooth transfer.

For additional resources offered by Transfer Student Services, visit its website or reach out at 561-297-0165 or  transfer@babycatcher.net

Tuition and Billing Services

Student Financial Services, part of the Controller's Office, is responsible for the collection of all funds due to the University, student account billing, Financial Aid refunds and collection of delinquent accounts. For detailed information on such topics as payment deadlines, installment plans, direct deposit, Florida Prepaid, online payment and many more topics, please visit its website.

Boca Raton Campus, Student Services Building, SU-80, Room 130
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: 561-297-6101
Fax: 561-297-0683
webcontroller@babycatcher.net

Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI)

Students are invited to distinguish their FAU education by participating in the process of discovery through undergraduate research and creative activity! FAU offers a wealth of resources for students to engage in these opportunities through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI). OURI provides students the unique opportunity  to collaborate with faculty and fellow students on scholarly research and inquiry projects and provides a variety of resources to support undergraduate students. These include: undergraduate research grants and   the summer undergraduate research fellowship (SURF) that fund undergraduate research projects; the Undergraduate Research Certificate, a 12-credit program that recognizes students’ excellence in research; the Undergraduate Research Symposium that showcases student projects on three campuses; and the Florida Atlantic Undergraduate Research Journal, which publishes original creative projects and scholarly papers.

OURI also offers a variety of workshops designed to guide students through the process of finding a mentor, getting involved in research, research ethics, and communicating findings. There are also faculty workshops geared toward assisting in the process of designating undergraduate courses as research intensive (RI). Interested students may also join the Council for Scholarship and Inquiry (CSI), OURI's student organization, to learn more about the research process and engage with other students and faculty. Students are also encouraged to meet with OURI peer mentors and/or share their knowledge by serving as an OURI peer mentor. FAU’s Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry is located in GS 212. For more information about undergraduate research and inquiry opportunities at FAU, visit qndj.babycatcher.net/ouri or reach the office at ouri@babycatcher.net or 561-297-OURI (6874).

University Center for Excellence in Writing

The University Center for Excellence in Writing (UCEW) is a free service for all members of the FAU community-undergraduate and graduate students, staff, faculty and visiting scholars alike. Its services are devoted to the support and promotion of writing. Trained writing center consultants help writers at any stage of the writing process (brainstorming, drafting, revising) with papers for courses, senior or master's theses, dissertations, job or graduate school applications, articles for publication, grant proposals and other documents. Consultants provide writing assistance rather than editing or proofreading services.

The UCEW provides a range of other services, including support for computer-facilitated teaching and learning for writing classes and hosting brown-bag discussions, workshops and presentations by guest speakers for FAU and the local community. The center also serves as the campus clearinghouse for research in literacy, pedagogy and computer-facilitated teaching of writing and for the Writing Across the Curriculum Program.

Writers are encouraged to take advantage of this free service, interact with other writers, gain perspective on their own work and develop additional strategies in reading and writing for all writing projects.

The main branch of the University Center for Excellence in Writing is on the Boca Raton campus in GS 215. For a list of all sites and hours of operation and to register for services and schedule an appointment, visit the UCEW website.

University Police

The Florida Atlantic University Police Department provides a full range of public safety services 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses. Police are also present daytime hours on the other campuses. The FAU Police Department operates in accordance with the Police Standards and Training Commission in the state of Florida. Officers are fully trained professionals who are committed to assisting the University community in all of its public safety needs.

Some services provided by the University Police include vehicle, motorcycle, foot and bicycle patrol, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, fingerprinting, accident investigation, special events management, crime prevention programs and victim advocacy.

The  Victim Advocacy Program  is for all students, faculty and staff who may become the victim of crime either  off  or on any FAU campus. The victim advocate can help with information about options in cases of rape, sexual harassment, stalking, cyber-stalking, domestic/relationship violence, assault, battery and other crimes. Information is available concerning victim compensation, obtaining an injunction (restraining order), reporting to the Dean of Students and referrals to campus and community resources. Individuals DO NOT have to file a police report to utilize the services of the victim advocate. Individuals may remain anonymous when talking to the advocate.

For information, call 561-297-0500 (after hours, this number is routed to Police dispatch), email victimservices@babycatcher.net, or visit qndj.babycatcher.net/police/victimservices. The Victim Services Office is located on the Boca Raton campus in the Wimberly Library, Room 156.

Campus Crime Statistics are available online through qndj.babycatcher.net/police. The current police blotter, dates of upcoming self-defense classes (RAD) and educational information are also available at this website. Timely warnings or crime alerts will be posted to this site.

Crime Prevention Programs provide information on safety and security precautions to students, faculty and staff members through seminars, bulletins, brochures and the website. University police personnel conduct training and provide crime prevention information each semester on these and other topics:

• Acquaintance Rape Programs for women and men
• Personal Safety - reduce your risk of becoming a victim
• Drugs and Alcohol
• Relationship Violence, Healthy Relationships
• Resident Housing Safety
• Burglary/Theft Prevention

University Police personnel are available to provide any additional crime prevention programming that may be needed to address an ongoing problem or special situation.

The Police Department encourages all members of the campus community to become involved in crime prevention. The department operates an Anonymous Crime-Reporting Program . Contact 561-297-3500 for more information.

Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Training is a self-defense class offered to women only. These three-meeting classes are conducted on different campuses at different times of the year. Schedule information and registration are available on the Police   website. The FAU Police Department Central Police dispatch can provide more information at 561-297-3500.

The department operates an  Anonymous Crime Reporting Program called "Silent Witness." Individuals can provide information through the Police website.

Also available is the "Tips" line: a voice mail system that allows individuals to leave information for law enforcement concerning crime. The Tips line number is 561-297-4636. In emergencies, call 911.

Campus theft can be a serious problem. Resident halls, personal items and vehicles should be secured at all times. Make note of the serial numbers of all electronic items and check to see if these are covered by insurance. When parking, valuables should be placed in the trunk of the vehicle out of sight and the vehicle should be locked. Textbooks should be marked with the owner's name or an identifying mark somewhere on an inside page for proof of ownership so the books can be returned if recovered. Register bicycles with University Police in person at the Police station. Registration serves as a theft deterrent and aids in the recovery of bicycles.

The Community Service Officer (CSO) Program employs students in a security capacity on the Boca Raton campus. The objectives of the CSO Program are to provide a safer living and working environment for the campus community by augmenting law enforcement presence and providing FAU students with campus safety information. All CSO employees are provided with basic security and first aid training and are in direct communication with Police dispatch.

Students, faculty and staff who are on the Boca Raton campus in the evening may call the Night Owls Campus Escort Service  (561-297-6695) to accompany them safely to all locations on campus. These escorts work from dusk to the early hours of the morning when classes are in session.

"Code Blue" emergency telephones are located throughout the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses. Students should locate the telephones in the area where they normally park. These phones feature safety lighting and ring directly to emergency providers.

Remember when calling 911 from cellular phones, give the location first so that dispatchers can transfer the call to the closest police agency.

Campus phones: dial 911 for emergency police, fire and medical response on all campuses. Central Dispatch for all FAU campuses is 561-297-3500.

Police Services by Campus
Dania Beach/SeaTech Campus:   Call 911 for all emergencies. The on-campus number is 954-924-7000 (business hours). The FAU Police Department central Police dispatch is available at 561-297-3500.

Davie Campus: Call 911 for all emergencies. On-campus number: 954-236-1140 (24 hours). The FAU Police Department central Police dispatch is available at 561-297-3500.

Fort Lauderdale Campus: Call 911 for all emergencies. On-campus numbers are Higher Education Complex Security Desk: 954-201-7636 (24 hours) and Askew Tower: 954-201-7949 (business hours). The FAU Police Department central Police dispatch is available at 561-297-3500.

Harbor Branch Campus:  Call 911 for all emergencies. The FAU Police Department central policy dispatch is available at 561-297-3500. On-campus number: 772-528-5729 (business hours).

Jupiter Campus: Call 911 for all emergencies. The FAU Police Department central Police dispatch is available at 561-297-3500. The FAU Police Department provides a full range of public safety services 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the John D. MacArthur campus in Jupiter. To ensure safety, it is suggested that staff members inform Campus Police when working alone late at night. The police officer on duty can be reached at anytime by calling the cellular phone number 561-339-0015 or office number 561-799-8700.

More information about the FAU Police Department on all FAU campuses is available at the following:

Main Dispatch: 561-297-3500
Email: faupd@babycatcher.net
Website: qndj.babycatcher.net/police

Website

Additional information is available on the Florida Atlantic University website at qndj.babycatcher.net.  Visit FAU's website to learn more about the University, its programs and its services.

Weppner Center for LEAD and Service-Learning (Lead and Serve)

The Weppner Center for LEAD and Service-Learning focuses on empowering students’ pursuit of their own developmental growth by cultivating lifelong leadership skills and engaging in experiential service learning to become more effective citizens in their community.

Lead and Serve provides volunteer opportunities through Days of Service to immersive alternative break experiences known as Owl Breaks, develops leadership workshops and conferences such as iLead and WeLead: Community Engagement Conference, and encourages students to be civically minded by promoting voter engagement and democratic involvement.

Students can also become ambassadors of Lead and Serve by serving on the Student Government’s Students Advocating for Volunteerism and Involvement (SAVI) board or applying to become an Elite Owl, a premier leadership position at Florida Atlantic. The department also collaborates with the College of Education to develop the Leadership Studies Minor. More information about Lead and Serve can be found on its website.