2011-12

Division of Student Affairs • Florida Atlantic University

Welcome
Dear New FAU Students,

On behalf of the faculty and staff of Florida Atlantic University, I wanted to welcome you
to Orientation. Your decision to attend FAU is the beginning of what we know will be an
extremely rewarding experience for you and your family.

While this is no doubt an exciting time for you, the transition into a university community
can also be challenging for both students and families. As such, I hope you take full
advantage of the services and sessions offered to you during Orientation. Our Orientation
and Welcome Leaders are helpful and knowledgeable. They have been preparing for your
arrival since January of 2011 and are ready to assist you with your transition in to FAU.

The Orientation program has been designed with your needs in mind. If you have already
registered for classes, take your class schedule with you on the campus tour to become
acquainted to building locations. Make sure you take notes and learn as much as you can
during your time here on campus. Write down the names of the presenters in each session
as they will be more than happy to assist you in the future.

We understand that this process can be overwhelming. Please know that the office of New
Student and Owl Family Programs is here for you.

To make the most of your new student experience sign up for Camp Owls! These overnight
trips are designed to provide an unparalleled opportunity to explore the South Florida
outdoors. The experiential adventures and group interactions will help you foster self-
confidence and self-awareness skills that will last a lifetime. You will also build valuable
connections and friendships that are essential to the successful transition into college life.
Once you are on campus, be sure to participate in all the So Fresh Week and Weeks of
Welcome events. These programs are designed for you to make the transition to FAU a
smooth one. You will learn about some of the unique resources here (aka, FREE stuff) at
FAU, meet a ton of new people and most importantly, have loads of fun!

I sincerely hope that Orientation brings you everything you expect and need to transition
to FAU. Our desire is for you to leave Orientation feeling confident in your choice to
attend Florida Atlantic University. Should you have any questions or require additional
information, do not hesitate to contact the office of New Student and Owl Family Programs
at 561.297.2733 or orientme@fau.edu.

Best Regards,

Chris Hall Lynch

Director, New Student and Owl Family Programs
Become an
Orientation
Leader
Are you looking for a great way to get involved on campus? Look no further!

The Orientation and Welcome Leader Team is a long-standing tradition at Florida Atlantic
University. Students who get the privilege of becoming an Orientation and Welcome Leader
have the opportunity to network with professional staff and academic departments, and
learn a wide variety of information about FAU to help new incoming students. Applications
and information sessions begin the first week of the Fall Semester.

Benefits:
• Gain leadership experience and volunteer hours
• Serve as a role model and provide encouragement to new FAU students
• Earn monetary compensation
• Obtain on-campus housing for Summer (pending availability)

Contact us:
Visit our office, Student Union Room 220
Call us, 561.297.2733
Email us, orientme@fau.edu
Visit our website, www.fau.edu/orientation
Campuses
FAU Boca Raton
FAU’s first and largest campus sits on more than 850 acres just east
of I-95. The campus features everything you expect from a modern
university including state-of-the-art labs and classrooms, suite-style
housing for students plus athletic and recreational facilities. It is also
home to the A.D. Henderson University School, FAU High School,
FAU Research Park and the nation’s largest Lifelong Learning Society.

Broward Campuses
FAU Dania Beach (SeaTech)
Also known as SeaTech, FAU Dania Beach serves as a research and
education center for programs in ocean engineering. It is also the
headquarters of the Southeast National Marine Renewable Energy
Center and the Center of Excellence in Biomedical and Marine
Biotechnology.

FAU Davie
FAU’s second largest campus, the Davie campus offers a wide variety
of “2+2” programs in partnership with Broward College, which is
literally just next door. The campus is also the base of operations for
FAU’s Everglades research and restoration efforts.

FAU Fort Lauderdale

Located in downtown Fort Lauderdale, the campus is home to a mix
of professional and design-oriented programs.

Northern Campuses
FAU Harbor Branch
FAU’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI) is dedicated
to exploring the world’s oceans — integrating the science and
technology of the sea with the needs of humankind. HBOI is involved
in research and education in the marine sciences; the biological,
chemical and environmental sciences; the marine biomedical
sciences; marine mammal conservation; aquaculture; and ocean
engineering.

FAU Jupiter
Located in the Abacoa planned community, the rapidly growing
John D. MacArthur Campus at Jupiter offers a variety of upper-
division and graduate-level degree programs as well as the four-year
liberal arts and sciences curriculum of the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors
College. This campus has the distinction of hosting the South Florida
headquarters of two international research giants, the Scripps
Research Institute and the Max Planck Society.

FAU Treasure Coast

FAU shares this campus in Port St. Lucie with Indian River State
College — a “2+2” partnership that allows students to make a
seamless transition from lower-division to upper-division work.
Upper-division degree programs are offered for transfer and
graduate students in education, nursing and geomatics engineering.
Fun Facts
• The Princeton Review named FAU to their 2009 list of the “Best Southeastern Colleges.”
• FAU’s football team is the youngest in NCAA history to win back-to-back bowl games.
• 234 new inventions have been created by FAU faculty.
• FAU College of Education alumni have been named “Florida Teacher of the Year”
three times.
• The FAU Libraries Klezmer Company Orchestra is the only professional ensemble-in-
residence at an academic library in the U.S.
• FAU created the nation’s first ocean engineering program in 1965.
• Hoot/Wisdom Recordings, FAU’s own record label, was the first student-run, full-service
record label in the U.S.
• FAU has the only Wall Street trading room simulator at a public university in Florida.
• FAU’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing offered Florida’s first Ph.D. in nursing.
• More than 120,000 alumni have graduated from FAU since the university opened its doors
in 1964.
• FAU has one of the largest university-based lifelong learning program in the U.S.
• FAU was the site of the Miami Dolphins’ first training facility.
• FAU is the most diverse public university in the state of Florida with minority and
international students making up 40 percent of the student body.
• 47 percent of Treasure Coast campus classrooms and meeting spaces are equipped with
state-of- the-art distance learning equipment, easing the inter-campus commute and
decreasing our environmental footprint.
• During the past four years, FAU’s baseball program has had more than 20 players sign
professional contracts.
• FAU Libraries Marvin and Sybil Weiner Spirit of America Collection has the first printing of
the Declaration of Independence printed in a newspaper.
• Success
 magazine named FAU’s College of Business as one of America’s “Top 50 Business
Schools for Entrepreneurs.”
Fight Song
We’ll fight fight fight for F A U
There’s foot-ball in pa-ra-dise
We’ll fight fight fight for F A U
We know we’re gonna win and it’s feelin’ mighty nice
Cheering our football team down the field and waving our colors too
Hoot! Hoot!
The fighting Owls are on the prowl
Go F A U hey!
Go Owls Go!
Go Owls Go!
Hit’em high, hit’em low, Go Owls Go!

Words by Nat Dean,

former Dean, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

Alma Mater
With the Gulf Stream breezes blowing
The search for truth goes on.
Seeking, learning, sharing knowledge.
Finding the meaning of the past that is gone.
Where nature beams with pleasant weather.
We strive to learn to work together.
Florida Atlantic, we praise and hail thy name.

Words and music by Clark Bell, retired FAU music professor

Arranged by Ron Gilbert, FAU student

FAU earned the Fighting Owl role because…

The FAU campus was designated a burrowing owl sanctuary in 1971 by the
Audubon Society. Owls inhabit the campus because there are not many
predators, other than cats, near an airport. The feisty bird, traditionally
associated with wisdom and determination, serves as the University’s mascot.
Chapter 1:
Learning in the Burrow

Freshman Academic
Advising Services
HOW IT WORKS

Initial advising for incoming freshmen will be done

electronically via OARS, the Online Advising and
Resource System. Course registration will be completed
by the student through MyFAU.

Students will be advised and given the opportunity

to register for classes prior to attending orientation.
This method is considered “priority” registration and offers participating students early
access to the course scheduling process. Instructions for accessing and using OARS (online
advising) and MyFAU (course registration) will be sent to students by e-mail in early spring
to their FAU email accounts. Information and instructions are also available at
http://oars.fau.edu.

NOTE: Orientation is MANDATORY! Participation in the priority online registration process

does not exempt students from attending orientation.

The University reserves the right to place administrative holds on students for failing to
comply with their orientation obligation in totality.

Please note, first-year students (freshmen) entering the University are advised through
the Freshman Academic Advising Services Office for their first 30 credit hours. Upon
completing 30 credit hours, the student’s academic information is transferred to the
college of record and the college assumes responsibility for providing academic advising.
Undecided/undeclared majors can receive advising through the Freshman Advising Office
up to 60 credits or until they select a field of study.

Intellectual Foundation Program

(IFP)
All entering freshmen or transfer students with less than 30 credits must fulfill the FAU
Intellectual Foundation Program (IFP) requirements to earn a degree. While the IFP classes
do not necessarily relate directly to a student’s major, they do provide a solid base of
knowledge, which all students should possess.

For more information on the courses needed to satisfy the IFP requirement, visit the
Freshman Advising website at www.fau.edu/freshmanadvising and select the Review
Curriculum Sheets by Major.
The Review Curriculum Sheets by Major section will allow you to view the General
Intellectual Foundations Program Curriculum sheet as well as the specific requirements for
your major.

How do I find out more information about Freshman Advising?

E-mail: freshmanadvising@fau.edu
Call: 561.297.3064
Stop by: Student Support Services (SU 80), Room 201

Transfer Student Advising

Each college advises differently
• It is the student’s responsibility to meet with his or her college advisor
• Contact the college for advising appointment procedures

Degree requirements
• Keep a copy of degree requirements or a “curriculum sheet” — check with your college
periodically in case anything changes
• Start looking at future classes as soon as upcoming course schedules are posted

Sample of a Curriculum Sheet:

Academic advising may occur at any point during the academic year. Academic advisement
is not mandatory; however, certain circumstances may require some students to see
an advisor.

Please contact your college or department advising office to determine academic

advising procedures and to make an appointment for advisement.
Contact Information
The following majors are offered at FAU.
Please note that not all majors are available
at all campuses. Please check with your college
to see if your major is offered on your campus
of choice.

Students may take 3000- and 4000-level classes

at any FAU campus where the desired course
is offered. Note all freshman- and sophomore-
level courses are offered exclusively at the Boca
Raton campus. NOTE: Freshmen should not
take 3000/4000 level courses. Please contact
the offices below if you are a transfer student
for your advising needs. Freshmen are advised through the Office of Freshman Academic Advising
Services, 561.297.3064. Juniors and seniors planning to take courses on FAU’s partner campuses
should contact an advisor at one of those campuses.

Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters 561.297.3800

Majors include: Anthropology, Art, Arts and Humanities, Communications and Multimedia Studies,
English, French, German, History, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, Italian, Japanese, Music, Philosophy,
Political Science, Social Science, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre, Visual Arts and Art History

College of Business 561.297.3688

Majors include: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Health Administration, Hospitality Management,
International Business, Management, Management Information Systems (MIS), Marketing

College for Design and Social Inquiry 561.297.2316

Majors include: Architecture* (upper division at the Fort Lauderdale campus only), Criminal
Justice, Public Management, Social Work and Urban and Regional Planning
*Application required. May require cross enrollment at community college for all 1000-
and 2000-level prerequisite courses

College of Education 561.297.3570

Majors include: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Exceptional Student Education,
Exercise Science and Health Promotion, Early Child Care and Education

College of Engineering and Computer Science 561.297.3400

Majors include: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Geomatics Engineering

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 561.297.3887

Majors include: Nursing (generic or RN to BSN)

Charles E. Schmidt College of Science 561.297.3700

Majors include: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics,
Physics, Psychobiology, Psychology, Pre-Health Professions (Pre-Med, Veterinary, Dentistry,
Optometry, Pharmacy)

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College 1.800.920.8705

The Honors College focuses on studies in Liberal Arts and Sciences and is located on FAU’s
John D. MacArthur campus in Jupiter. Only students admitted to the Honors College may take
courses there.
Academic Calendar 2011 –2012
The Academic Calendar is available in several locations:

www.fau.edu >> Academics >> Academic Calendar

www.fau.edu >> Current Students >> Calendars

• Calendars are typically available two or more years out

•D  ates are subject to change and do often, make sure you have the most
recent version, revision
Florida dates
Atlantic are noted
University in the bottom
Academic Calendarcorner
2011 – 2012

2011 Fall 2012 Spring 2012 Summer 2012 Summer 2012 Summer
Semester Semester Term 1 Term 2 Term 3

Advance registration begins. Begins

(Enrolled degree-seeking students only. See November 14 for Begins April 2 for Summer / Fall 2012
http://myfau.fau.edu) Spring 2012

Priority Application Deadline - Freshman Feb. 15 Oct. 15 / Nov. 15 Mar. 15 / April 15 Mar. 15 / April 15 Mar. 15 / April 15
Freshman and Transfer students* May 1 / July 1
Last day to apply for a reclassification of July 22 December 2 April 6 April 6 --
residency status

Non-Degree Registration, on-line at May 7 – 11

August 15 - 19 Jan. 2 – 6 May 7 – 11 June 25
http://myfau.fau.edu

Freshman Convocation August 21 – – – –

Walk-in Registration August 22 (Mon.) January 9 (Mon.) May 14 (Monday) May 14 (Mon.) June 25 (Monday)

CLASSES BEGIN August 20 January 7

May 14 (Monday) May 14 (Mon.) June 25 (Monday)
(Saturday) (Saturday)

Last day at 5 p.m. to drop/add courses

without consequences; courses are fee May 18 (Friday) May 18 (Friday) June 29 (Friday)
liable after this date. $100 late registration *May 20 (Sunday) *May 20 (Sunday) *July 2 (Tuesday)
fee after this date. *However, for students August 26 January 13
with Saturday or Sunday only classes in (Friday) (Friday)
Summer 1, 2, 3, 2011, the drop/add period
extends to the following Sunday. This If registered prior to May 19, fees due May 21
option can be used only through If registered after May 18, fees due July 2
http://myfau.fau.edu

Grace period-students responsible for

payment of tuition & fees; no “W” for August 27 –
January 14 – 20 Policy does not apply to Summer Terms
dropped courses; drops noted on student Sept. 2
records as “W” after this period

60+ Audit Registration August 29 (Mon.) January 17 (Tues.) May 23 (Monday) May 23 (Monday) July 5

Last day to pay tuition & fees in-person at

any cashier’s office by close of business; August 29
Jan. 17 (Tues.) May 21 (Friday) May 21 (Friday) May 21 / July 2
online until 11:00 pm; $100 late payment (Mon.)
fee assessed if paid after this date

Last day to submit application for degree September 16 February 3 June 1 June 1 June 1

Parent / Family Weekend TBA October

Last day to do a complete withdrawal and

receive a 25% tuition adjustment. To receive Policy does not apply to
this tuition adjustment for Summer 1, all September 19 February 6 June 11
Part of Term 2 or Part of Term 3
summer courses (1, 2, & 3 terms) must be
dropped.

Last day to drop a course or withdraw without October 14 March 2 June 22 June 1 July 13
receiving an "F" in each course

MID-SEMESTER BREAK. NO CLASSES -- March 5 – 11 -- -- --

Homecoming TBA November

Last day to submit Doctoral dissertation November 7 April 2 July 9 -- --

Honors Convocation -- TBA -- -- --

Last day to submit Master’s thesis November 14 April 9 July 16 -- --

Final Examinations December 1 – 7 April 26 – May 2 -- -- --

SEMESTER ENDS December 9 May 4 August 7 June 22 August 7

Three Commencement Ceremonies, Fall 2011 Dec. 8 – May 3 –
and Spring 2012 on Thursday
--
9am, 1pm, & 5pm 9am, 1pm, & 5pm
Two Commencement Ceremonies, Fall 2011 and Dec. 9 – May 4 –
Spring 2012 on Friday
--
9am & 1pm 9am & 1pm
Three Commencement Ceremonies, Summer 2012 August 7 (Tues.) - 9am, 1pm, & 5pm

Grades due in Registrar's Office, 9:00am Dec. 12 (Mon.) May 7 (Monday) August 8 (Wed.) June 25 (Monday) August 8 (Wed.)

* Departmental deadlines may also apply. Consult the "Degree Program" section of the University catalog for further information.

OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS (OFFICES CLOSED, NO CLASSES)

September 5 Labor Day Winter Holiday March 5 - 11 Spring Break (No classes; offices open)
December 26, 2011 – January 2, 2012
November 11 Veteran’s Day Campuses and offices reopen January 3, 2012. May 28 Memorial Day
November 24 -27 Thanksgiving Recess January 16 M.L. King Jr. Holiday July 4 Independence Day
Note: During the academic year, Saturdays are considered instructional days. This calendar subject to change by appropriate authority. Revised January 14, 2011
Grades
PASS/FAIL
Certain courses can be taken Pass/Fail, but
with restrictions
• Cannot be a course within your major
• You must select to take a class P/F before the
end of the drop/add period
• P/F can only be used once per semester and
no more than four times at FAU
• P/Pass is a passing grade and does not
affect your GPA, however, a F/Fail does affect
your GPA

SATISFACTORY/UNSATISFACTORY
• Certain courses are graded S/U, most of
which are practicum-type courses, i.e., student
teaching, internships, etc.
• Neither “S” or “U” effect your GPA, but
“S” is required to satisfy the requirements
of the course

INCOMPLETE GRADES
• Indicates a deferral in assigning a grade due to exceptional circumstances
• Assigned by the faculty member
• Must be changed to a grade other than “I” within a specified time, not to exceed one year, from
the end of the semester during which the course was taken
• If the grade is not changed within one year, the default grade is assigned
• Speak with your instructor if you need a deferral in your grade
• Incompletes but be graded in order for a student to graduate

CHANGE OF GRADES
• Faculty may change grades within one year
• After one year an appeal must be submitted to the Dean of Undergraduate Studies for
undergraduate courses and the Dean of the Graduate College for graduate courses

REPEAT COURSE SURCHARGE

• An excess charge is assessed to a student who attempts an undergraduate course at FAU for the
3rd time and subsequently
• An attempt is any time that you become fee liable for a course, meaning you are registered
for the course after the drop/add deadline.

This includes when grades “F”, “W”, and “I” are issued
• Only courses attempted at FAU count
• The charge represents the full cost of instruction, plus an additional $175 per credit hour

GRADE FORGIVENESS
• Allows an undergraduate student to repeat an undergraduate course taken at FAU and counts
only the last grade towards the GPA

 eep in mind the Excess Charge for 3+ attempts

K
• May be applied only twice and at the request of the student, it is not automatic
• Does not eliminate earlier grade from transcript, but does eliminate the effect on your GPA
• The “Repeated Course Request Card” should be submitted to the Registrar’s Office as soon as
possible, at the latest before the replacement course is completed
• The policy cannot be applied once you have graduated
How do I find out more?
Contact the Registrar’s office at 561-297-3050 or visit www.fau.edu/registrar.

The Grading System

Florida Atlantic University has a plus/minus (+/-) grading system. Grades for the
undergraduate and graduate courses are reported by the symbols indicated in the
following table:

Grade Grade Points per Credit

A 4.00
A- 3.67
B+ 3.33
B 3.00
B- 2.67
C+ 2.33
C 2.00
C- 1.67
D+ 1.33
D- 0.67
F 0.00
S (Satisfactory) Credit only
U (Unsatisfactory) No credit
I Incomplete
AU (Audit) No credit
CR (Credit by Exam) Credit only
W (Withdrawal) No credit
WM (Withdrawal–Exceptional
Circumstance) No credit
NR No reported grade
P (Pass) Undergraduates only, Credit only

Gordon Rule
Please see the University catalog for additional
information regarding the Gordon Rule requirement:
http://www.fau.edu/academic/registrar/catalog/

GORDON RULE
(writing and computation skills)
In a compliance with Florida Statue 6A10.30, students
entering university or college study for the first
time after October 15, 1982, must satisfy Gordon
Rule requirements. FAU students must successfully
complete, with a grade of “C” or higher, 12 semester
hours of writing and six semester hours of mathematics.

The 12 semester hours of writing must be covered over

four courses that require extensive writing and the six
semester hours of computation must be on college-
level courses identified as satisfying the Gordon Rule.

Please note students transferring to FAU with an Associate of Arts degree from a Florida
Community College have already satisfied the Gordon Rule requirement.
Gordon Rule
The Writing Requirement may be satisfied by earning a grade of “C” or higher in the following
courses:

ENC 1101 (Required) College Writing 1

ENC 1102* College Writing 2
WOH 2012 History of Civilization 1
PHI 1012 Introduction to Philosophy
LIT 2010 or Interpretation of Fiction
LIT 2030 or Interpretation of Poetry
LIT 2040 Interpretation of Drama
ENC 1930 University Honors Seminar in Writing
(Honors students/Permit Only)
*Please see University Catalog regarding courses that can be substituted for ENC1102

Credit for ENC 1101/1102 may be earned by passing the Advanced Placement English exam and/
or the International Baccalaureate exam with an appropriate score. Gordon Rule credit may also
be earned by passing the CLEP subject English Composition with essay.

The Mathematics Requirement may be satisfied by passing with a grade of “C” or higher, two
courses from the following list:

MAC 1105 & Lab College Algebra with Lab

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts 1
MGF 1107 Mathematics for Liberal Arts 2
MAC 1114 Trigonometry
MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra
MAC 1147 Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry
MAC 2233 Methods of Calculus
MAC 2311 Calculus with Analytic Geometry 1
MAC 2312 Calculus with Analytic Geometry 2
MAC 2241 Life Science Calculus 1
MAC 2242 Life Science Calculus 2
STA 2023 Introductory Statistics
PHI 3132 Logic

All entering freshmen, as well as entering transfer students with no prior college-level course work
in mathematics, are required to take an online exam (known as ALEKS) to determine placement in
their first mathematics course at FAU. 

The mathematics requirement may be partially or completely satisfied by passing the appropriate
AP/IB or CLEP examination.

Please note certain majors have specific math requirements. See your advisor; check catalog or
department checklists for details.

Foreign Language Requirements

Foreign Language Requirements
To be eligible for admission, Florida law requires applicants to have successfully completed two
years of a single foreign language in high school or eight semester hours at a previous college or
university.
Foreign Language Requirements for students
with an Associate’s degree
Any student who received an Associate of Arts or
Science (A.A. or A.S.) degree at a Florida public
community college prior to September 1, 1989,
shall be exempt from the Foreign Language
Admission Requirement.

Students who are exempt from or meet the

Foreign Language Admission Requirement as
stated above are not exempt from the Foreign
Language Graduation Requirement, which applies
to students enrolled in certain degree programs
(see next section).

Foreign Language Graduation Requirements

Not all baccalaureate degrees at FAU require
foreign language for graduation. For those that
do, most require 4-8 hours of a single college-
level foreign language. Some or all of the required
credits may be earned by receiving college credits
via examinations; CLEP, IB, AP. If a student’s native
language is not English, the student should go to
the Department of Language and Linguistics (CU
232) regarding this requirement.

Foreign Language Graduation Requirements

for transfer students
Successful completion of a second semester of a
foreign language at the college level or equivalent
proficiency is required of transfer students for:
• A Bachelor of Arts degree (*see note below)
• A Bachelor of Science Degree

Placement of Students with High School

Experience
As a general guideline for placement purposes,
one year of foreign language study at the high school level equates to one semester of
foreign language study in college. If a student has taken one year of Spanish in high school,
for example, that student would normally be expected to enroll in SPN 1121, the second
semester of Beginning Spanish Language and Culture. If, however, more than three years
have elapsed between the student’s high school language study and his/her continuation at
FAU, then this guideline may not apply.

The Department of Languages and Linguistics offers a 20-minute proficiency exam in both
Spanish and French. Students, who plan to enroll for either language, are encouraged
to take the proficiency exam prior to registering for a language course to ensure proper
placement.

*Please note students taking 1121 or 2220 will be certified as proficient for graduation
purposes. Students with any questions should go to the Languages and Linguistics
Department (CU 232) in the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters.

**Please see the University catalog for additional information regarding the Foreign
Language Requirement: http://www.fau.edu/academic/registrar/catalog/
Additional Academic Policies
CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT
A student who has completed at least 1 credit during each academic year is considered to have
satisfied the minimum requirements for “continuous enrollment.”
• Students entering FAU will follow the FAU Catalog for the year they entered FAU as long as they
take 1 credit hour per year
• If not continuously enrolled, a student will follow the catalog for the year they re-enter FAU

Why does this matter?

Requirements can routinely change based on University policy and State law modifications, thus
the FAU catalog will change…students who maintain continuous enrollment will always follow the
same catalog for the year they entered FAU.

THE EXCESS HOURS SURCHARGE

In 2009, the Florida Legislature enacted the Excess Hours legislation. This statute applies to
students who entered a Florida public college or university beginning in Fall 2009. Basically, the
statute requires Florida public colleges or universities to charge an excess hour fee if the student
enrolls in more than 120% of the student’s degree requirements. For most students this would be
equal to 144 credit hours. The statute is very detailed but if you would like to review the stature it
is available at Florida Statutes Website.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

• Undergraduate students must maintain a “C” semester
average (2.00) or higher on all coursework attempted
• Earning less than a 2.00 term GPA results in academic
probation
• May only be removed from probation by meeting/
exceeding a 2.00 GPA in both the subsequent term and
overall
• Failure to earn a 2.00 GPA in the following term and overall
will result in academic suspension for one term — may then
reenter on probation
• A second suspension will result in dismissal

SUMMER ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students entering the University as First-Time-In-College students (freshmen) or transfer students
with less than 60 earned credits must take summer classes (for a total of 9 credit hours) over the
course of one or more years.

The policy pertains to students attending a State of Florida Public University and the credit hours
must be earned at one of the eleven public state institutions. Students entering the University with
college credits earned via AP, IB, CLEP, AICE examinations or with high school dual enrollment
credits may use such credits to satisfy the summer attendance requirement. Questions related to
this policy should be directed to an academic advisor.

CHANGE OF MAJOR
Undergraduate students contemplating a change of major should:
• ALWAYS consult with your advisor! Keep in mind…
• You may have a new list of course requirements
• The Excess Hours Surcharge

Changing the major to a department in a different college requires the Application for
Undergraduate Change of College form, which is available at the Office of the Registrar and in
most college offices. The form needed to change the major to a department in the same college
is available in the college office.
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HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH A WRITING CONSULTANT:

• Go to www.fau.edu/UCEW to see our new online schedule and scheduling system.
• Call 297.3498 or stop by during UCEW hours to sign up for a 25-minute conference.
• You do not need an appointment to see a consultant, but writers with appointments are
helped before those without appointments.

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING TO A WRITING CONFERENCE:

• Bring a copy of your assignment/task, your current draft and disk, and any relevant texts
and/or articles.
• If you are referred to the UCEW, be sure to bring the draft containing your instructor’s
comments. We provide documentation of your visit at your instructor’s request.

WHAT IS THE COST OF USING THE UCEW:

• Services are free to all students, staff, faculty, and visiting scholars.

For more information, questions, locations and hours, visit www.fau.edu/UCEW or call
561.236.1111.
University Center for Excellence in Writing, Social Science 107, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton. FL 33431

Library Information
FAU’s Libraries have a wide range of reference and informational services, including
instruction on the use of library collections. The resources of other libraries in the state and
nation are available through interlibrary loan. The OWL Card serves as your library card and
with the student ID card number you are able to access the library’s online card catalog and
full-text data bases on or off-campus.

How do I find out more information?

Call 561.297.3770 or visit www.fau.edu/library.
Bookstore
FAU offers three convenient campus bookstores located on the Boca Raton, Davie and
Jupiter campuses.

We have all your basic bookstore items:

• New, used, rental or digital textbooks
• Pens, pencils and notebooks
• FAU imprinted apparel
• Gifts, chips candy and drinks
• Reference books and more

Now you can purchase or rent your textbooks

without ever leaving your home. Visit
www.shopfau.com and order your entire
course required materials, and a sweatshirt
to keep you warm in those chilly classrooms.
You can have them ready for pickup in the bookstore, or shipped straight to your house!
Now open as well is the Owl Wear Logo Shoppe located in the Student Union on the
Boca Raton campus for all your FAU athletic apparel.

How do I find out more information?

561.297.3720—Boca Raton Campus (Located on the Breezeway across from the Food Court)
954.236.1950—Davie and Fort Lauderdale Campuses
561.799.8538—Jupiter and Treasure Coast Campuses

Testing and Evaluation

The Testing and Evaluation Office coordinates various testing programs on campus.
Registration bulletins are available for many state and national testing programs. FAU is a
National Test Center for ACT, CLEP, GRE, LSAT, PRAXIS, MAT and Accuplacer. Students with
extenuating circumstances, who make arrangements with faculty members, may also have
make-up tests proctored in this office.

How do I find out more information?

561.297.3160 or www.fau.edu/testing
Succeed at FAU
WANT TO SUCCEED AT FAU? THEN GO TO CLASS!

CLASS is the Center for Learning And Student Success and we offer programs and support
to help you succeed in your educational journey. From tutoring and academic success
programs to learning communities to help you make connections, CLASS programs help
students stay in
school and succeed!

Check out our LARGEST programs: SI and Learning Communities:

C LASS
The Center for Learning And Student Success (CLASS) proudly offers Supplemental
Instruction (SI) for FAU’s historically difficult courses…absolutely FREE!

SI is offered in over 25 courses, including math, chemistry, business and many more! An
FAU student who has received an A in your course will hold planned study groups each
week. Have fun interacting with your peers while mastering the content of your class!
Students traditionally receive a ½ to a whole letter grade higher…just by staying active in
these FREE weekly study sessions.

For more information and to see if SI is offered in your classes, visit www.fau.edu/SI.

Learning Communities
Learning Communities help you make a successful transition into life at FAU. In an FAU
Learning Community (LC) you will have 20 to 24 students with similar goals and interests as
you, enrolled in your same schedule!

You will also have:

• Dedicated faculty/instructors
• Great study group opportunities and additional study help
• LC-specific events: welcome receptions, Spirit Day, mid-term study groups and more!
• An easier time making friends with similar interests
• Higher satisfaction with your first-year in college than non-LC students!

Check out our 10 Living-Learning Communities (LLCs are open to students who plan to
live with their community on the Boca Raton Campus) and our 16 Freshman Learning
Communities (FLCs are open to first-year students who live anywhere on or off campus). We
know you will find one that is PERFECT for you!

Applications are available now and spaces are limited. To apply or to learn more about
FAU’s Learning Community program, visit www.fau.edu/learningcommunity.
Chapter 2:
Student Life at FAU
What is
Student Affairs?
Student Affairs complements the academic
mission by offering program activities and
services that encourage students to critically
explore today’s global society through in-depth
engagement with faculty, staff and students
who come from different socioeconomic, ethnic,
racial, international, gender and/or religious
backgrounds. The diversity of our campus
community combined with our excellent academic
programs make FAU a dynamic and vibrant
academic institution.
BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR
BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH •
DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE
• HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON Students who get involved outside the
classroom are more likely to:
• DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH •
JUPITER • TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE •
FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
BRANCH
FOR STUDENT • participate in class discussions
AFFAIRS • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT AND
• BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR
DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE
BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE • develop leadership and crucial thinking skills
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH •
CAMPUS RECREATION
CENTER FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE AND SERVICE
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA
• be active contributors within their profession
• HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE
BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL
• HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER and community
SERVICES • TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON
FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE
• DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • HOUSING
FORTAND LAUDERDALE
RESIDENTIAL LIFE • HARBOR BRANCH •
JUPITER • TREASURE COASTINTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND • have a positive college experience
• BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE •
SCHOLAR SERVICES
FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH
MULTICULTURAL
NEW STUDENT AND
• BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH
OWL FAMILY• DAVIE
• be more confident
AFFAIRS • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST

PROGRAMS• FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH
BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE
DISABILITIES • succeed in life
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH •
DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • OFHARBOR
OFFICE BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE
STUDENT CONDUCT
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA • pursue a post-graduate degree or certification
BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE
AND LEADERSHIP
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
• HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
• DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • STUDENT
FORTMEDIA
• GRADUATE !
• TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON
LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH •
STUDENT UNION
JUPITER • TREASURE COASTTODAY AND• BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE •
BEYOND WELLNESS
UNITED CAMPUS MINISTRIES
FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST
A college education is about more than just
• BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR
getting a degree.
BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH •
DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE • HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE
COAST • BOCA RATON • DANIA BEACH • DAVIE • FORT LAUDERDALE •
HARBOR BRANCH • JUPITER • TREASURE COAST

Division of Student Affairs

Office of the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs will provide programs, services and facilities to promote academic
success and student development.

We accomplish this by:

• Developing programs, services and facilities informed by best practices in each functional area.
• Utilizing data to assess student learning, to inform and improve programs and services.
• Securing state of the art technological and physical facilities resources.
• Collaborating with students, faculty, staff and the external stakeholders.
• Creating, maintaining and disseminating assessments of Florida Atlantic University culture to
guide departmental, divisional and campus decision making processes.
• Recruiting, retaining and developing a high qualified diverse staff.
• Integrating outcomes assessment, continuous program improvement and budget
development into an ongoing strategic planning process.

Please visit our website at www.fau.edu/student to learn about the great programs and
services available to you.

Dean of Students Office

The Dean of Students Office assists students in meeting their educational goals by assisting
with academic and social matters, providing opportunities for engagement in service,
leadership and diversity programs, and through individual and group advising.

Our mission is to ensure that

• Each student is treated with respect and individualized attention.
• A student will receive the proper assistance and or a referral when an extenuating
circumstance prevents a student from succeeding academically.
• Leadership, growth and student development opportunities are fostered through an
active Greek community, founded on the principles of scholarship, leadership, service and
lifelong relationships.
• That student’s accountability and personal responsibility be upheld through the Student
Code of Conduct.
• Through advising and sound financial decisions student government leaders will uphold
their mission to offer services and programs for the betterment of the student body.

The Dean of Students Office is also responsible for the Student Code of Conduct. All
students who are enrolled on any of the Florida Atlantic University campuses (Boca Raton,
Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Harbor Branch, Jupiter or Treasure Coast) are held
accountable to the Student Conduct Code. The code outlines both the expectations for
behavior and the procedures for handling violations of the conduct code.

The Dean of Students office is a designated Safe Zone, an area where all students
regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation can feel free to discuss any issue that may
affect their academic success.

Where can I find out more information?

Office location: Student Services Building, Room 226 (second floor of the
Breezeway, Boca Raton campus).
Call us at: 561.297.3542.
Make sure you stop by and say hello or visit our website at www.fau.edu/dean.
Student Health Services
Student Health Services, staffed by a team of
dedicated professionals, provides healthcare,
prevention, education, outreach and public
health services to a diverse student population
in a safe, caring and supportive environment.

We promote university-wide wellness,

encouraging healthy lifestyles and personal
responsibility to enhance students’ capacity for
reaching academic and personal goals, thereby
enhancing their overall learning experiences.

SERVICES
Board-certified physicians, advanced registered
nurse practitioners, registered nurses, a board-
certified dentist, dental hygienists and well-
trained support staff work cooperatively to
provide primary quality health care on the Boca
Raton campus. An advanced registered nurse
practitioner provides primary health care on
the Jupiter and Davie campuses. Contracted
medical services are available to students
on the Treasure Coast campus through a
community health care partner. All professional
staff members are Florida State licensed,
registered and/or certified depending on their expertise and service areas. Visit www.fau.edu/shs
for complete information or call 561.297.3512.

The FAU Pharmacy serves students, faculty, staff and other community members. The pharmacy is
located in Building 8, upstairs from the Breezeway Food Court on the Boca Raton campus. A wide
selection of over-the-counter items and prescription medications are maintained or are typically
available within 24 hours. Prescriptions may be transferred to the FAU Pharmacy from community
pharmacies upon request. For more information, call 561.297.0072.

INSURANCE
A student accident and sickness insurance plan is available for reasonable fees. Brochures
presenting this program and its costs are available at Student Health Services. International
students must show proof of acceptable insurance.

Today and Beyond Wellness

The Today and Beyond Wellness program provides wellness opportunities designed to foster
healthy lifestyle choices. The program offers resources, support and ongoing programs that are
both educational and fun.

The Peer Education Team (PET) are student volunteers who present programs in classrooms
and facilitate programs such as:
• The Annual Triathlon
• The Wellness Expo
• Pre-Spring Break Festival
• Ongoing wellness activities
How do I find out more information?
For more information, visit ww.shs.fau.edu/today or you can stop by Student Services
Building, Room 222 (right across from Student Health above the Breezeway).

Learning Initiative for Teambuilding (LIFT) is the state of the art ropes challenge course
designed to provide a venue for active learning, which stimulates creative problem solving
techniques and builds group dynamics. The course is also used as a recreational activity and
can be used solely for climbing adventures.

For more information, visit www.fau.edu/ropes.

Counseling and
Psychological Services
The FAU Counseling Center helps students with social, emotional and academic concerns
in a sensitive and caring manner. The help received may relate directly to academic
performance, such as problems with procrastination, writer’s block or fear of oral
presentations. Counseling may involve help with anxiety, depression, problems with
relationships and other areas that contribute to emotional and academic issues. The center
can be a considerable value to students who feel isolated, are having trouble adjusting
to college, and/or are overwhelmed by the life stressors. The staff consists of highly
experienced licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatric providers, marriage/
family therapists, mental health counselors and alcohol and drug counselors.

Counseling at the FAU Counseling Center is caring, FREE to currently enrolled students
and held in strict confidence. No information is released without the student’s explicit
authorization. The only exception to this rule is the circumstance in which there is a clear
danger to the individual or community.

How do I find out more information?

Contact the Counseling Center at 561.297.3540
Office location: Bldg. 8, Room 229 (2nd floor above the Breezeway Cafeteria)
www.fau.edu/counseling
Campus Recreation
The mission of Campus Recreation is to enhance the quality of life of the FAU community by
encouraging active and balanced lifestyles and to facilitate student learning through participation
in campus recreation programs, services and facilities.

We are dedicated to providing the FAU community with a variety of recreation opportunities
throughout the year. All facilities and programs are available to FAU students with a valid Owl
Card and also to Campus Recreation members.

RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER

Completed in spring 2010, the Recreation & Fitness Center is a $18.6 million, 77,000-square-foot,
state-of-the-art facility where students, faculty and staff can meet, workout, relax and be engaged
in FAU campus life.

Features include:
• 13,000-square-foot fitness center (60+ pieces of cardio equipment, 2 circuit training units and
free-weight area)
• Two multipurpose room designed for yoga, Pilates, aerobics, spinning and more
• Three indoor basketball courts
• Volleyball courts
• Badminton courts
• Outdoor leisure and 25-yard lap pool
• Men’s & women’s health-club-style locker rooms
• Social corridor with group seating, activity viewing, massage therapy studio and more

The facility is located at the Northeast entrance of the Breezeway along Lee Street.

ADDITIONAL CAMPUS RECREATION FACILITIES

Track & Field Complex includes a state-of-the-art

synthetic turf field dedicated for student recreation
use and eight lane performance track.

Henderson Fields are the home of Intramural

Sports, Club Sports and available to be reserved
by all student organizations for special functions.

Outdoor Basketball & Tennis Courts are lighted

and available year-round for student
recreation use.

CAMPUS RECREATION PROGRAMS

Intramural Sports consists of competitive sports leagues, tournaments and special events that
take place throughout the year in Men’s, Women’s and Co-Rec divisions. Specific leagues include
flag football, basketball, soccer, volleyball and softball.

The Club Sports Program promotes student participation in a variety of physical and athletic
activities and allows students to engage in an activity of their choice at various skill levels. Clubs
are open to men and women of all skill levels and include rugby, ice hockey, climbing, surfing,
judo, sailing and many more.
The Group Fitness Program provides you a
sense of commitment and control and can help
to counteract stress. You can use Group Fitness
sessions to control your weight, relax tense
muscles, increase the body’s production of
endorphins (mood boosters), increase self-esteem,
and strengthen the heart and lungs. Typical classes
include Pilates, Body Sculpting, Cardio Kickboxing,
Yoga and a variety of dance aerobics.

The Personal Training program is available to

those individuals who want to learn how to achieve
personal health and fitness goals. From the
novice to the elite athlete, our trainers have the
knowledge and skills to work with you.

Instructional Programs merge group fitness

and on-going skill based instruction for a unique
and educational experience. These non-credit
instruction courses are progressive in nature and
focus on experiential learning, skill building, mind-
body connection, self-defense and fitness.

Massage Therapy services are available to the

FAU community. The massage you receive at
the Recreation & Fitness Center is designed for
the general purpose of relaxation. This type of
massage will increase circulation of blood flow to
muscle tissue that allows for deep relaxation &
clarity of mind.

Student Employment at the Department of

Campus Recreation consists of more than 125
students in a variety of positions each semester
to help safely operate and maintain our recreation
programs, services and facilities. FAU students
hold front line positions in all areas - aquatics, club
sports, facility, group fitness, intramural sports,
membership services and personal training. Our
student employees are dedicated to providing
outstanding service and exceeding expectations. 

For more information about Campus Recreation

facilities, programs and services, call 561.297.4512
or visit www.fau.edu/campusrec

For recreation services on the Broward campuses,

contact the Wellness Center at 954.236.1018,
browardwellness@fau.edu
or www.fau.edu/student/broward/
wellnessbroward

On the Jupiter campus, contact Student Life and

Recreation at 561.799.8696.
 Housing and
Residential Life
Welcome to Housing and Residential Life. If you are planning
to live on campus, we have 7 Residential facilities to serve your
campus housing needs. Our freshman residents enjoy living in
Glades Park Towers, Heritage Park Towers or Indian River Towers.
Students who are sophomores and above have the option to
live in Algonquin Hall, Indian River Towers and our on campus
apartments, University Village and Innovation Village North and
South. Living on campus is a wonderful opportunity; it opens
the door for you to engage with other students as well as staff
in many social and academic activities designed to enhance your
academic achievement and personal growth.

We the Housing and Residential Life staff are committed to a

seamless fusion of living and learning for all of our students.
Living on campus is a change from home life, it allows you
the opportunity to truly appreciate college life. Living with a
roommate enables you the opportunity to learn about that
person and yourself.

As a new student on campus, we encourage you to get involved.

We hope that you will get to know your roommate and begin to
foster those relationships we know will last a lifetime. In addition,
there are many RAs programs that you can attend as well as become involved with your building
community council (CC) and/or the Resident Student Association (RSA).

Developing new relationships is just one aspect of on campus living and the Resident Assistants
and the Housing and Residential Life staff are available to assist in the smooth transformation into
campus living.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Department of Housing and Residential Life at
561.297.2880 or visit the housing website at www.fau.edu/housing. We look forward having you
on campus.

Safety at FAU
FAU POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Florida Atlantic University Police Department encompasses a full-service police department
with a 24-hour dispatch. The police department is staffed with state-certified police officers and
a variety of civilian positions. Officers are responsible for enforcing Florida criminal and traffic
statutes, as well as FAU rules and regulations.

The department provides law enforcement services to all FAU campuses with sworn law
enforcement officers assigned twenty-four hours a day to both the Boca Raton and Jupiter
campuses. The FAU Treasure Coast (Port St. Lucie) and FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic
Institute campuses are serviced 24 hours a day by a combination of sworn officers and civilian
positions. The shared campuses at Fort Lauderdale and Davie are serviced by joint operations with
FAU police officers, the Davie Police Department, Broward College security officers and contract
security. The department maintains a close working relationship with local jurisdictions at each of
the University campuses.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & SERVICES:
• Website (www.fau.edu/police) for police blotters, safety tips and crime statistics
and alerts
• Self-defense classes (RAD)
• Lost & found
• Educational presentations (acquaintance rape, sexual assault, drugs and alcohol, identity
theft, campus safety and other crime prevention topics)
• The “Silent Witness Program” is an anonymous crime-reporting program through the
department website

Contact Information:
Boca Raton: 561.297.3500
Jupiter: 561.779.8700
Treasure Coast: 772.877.3400
Broward Campuses: Contact the Boca Raton dispatcher

NIGHT OWLS
If you are studying late on the Boca Raton campus, call the Night Owls Campus Service.
Night Owls will accompany you safely, by golf cart, to all locations on the Boca Raton
campus. The escorts work from dusk to the early hours of the morning.

How do I request their service?

Call Night Owls at 561.297.6695

EMERGENCY BLUE LIGHTS/PHONES

“Code Blue” emergency telephones are located throughout the Boca Raton, Jupiter and
Treasure Coast campuses. These phones feature safety lighting and ring directly to the
police. They are easily identifiable; bright yellow pole with a blue light at the top. Dial 911
for all police, fire and medical emergencies on all campuses.

VICTIM SERVICES
FAU Victim Services is intended to assist students, staff
and faculty with the traumatizing consequences of being a
victim of crime even if the crime occurred off campus.

The victim advocate can help you with information about

your options in cases of rape, sexual harassment, stalking,
relationship violence, assault, battery and other crimes.
You DO NOT have to make a police report to utilize the
services of the victim advocate.

The role of the victim advocate is to intervene for crime victims and help them
survive the experience.

Services include:
• Crisis Intervention
• Emotional Support
• Information and referral
• Liaison with police departments
• Evaluation of options
• Safety planning
• Accompaniment through criminal and judicial processes
• Documentation of victimization through letters to employers or professors

How do I find out more information?

Call 561.297.0500 or email victimservices@fau.edu
Visit www.fau.edu/police/victimservices
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION AND FAU ALERT
FAU ALERT is the collection of media used to disseminate information to the University
community regarding emergency events or threats. It includes outdoor warning systems (sirens),
e-mail, internet, the FAU homepage, a dedicated emergency page, MyFAU, other FAU web
pages, news media through radio and television, telephone call out, text messaging and
University hotlines.

Hotline Numbers: For information regarding the status of a particular campus, all assigned campus
hotlines numbers listed below:

Boca Raton 561.297.2020

Broward Campuses 954.236.1800
Jupiter 561.799.8020
Harbor Branch 772.873.3401
Treasure Coast 772.873.3401

For more information, visit www.fau.edu/facilities/ehs/info/FAU-Alert-System.php.

Dining at FAU
The Centre Marketplace, FAU’s resident dining hall is located
adjacent to the Student Union. Students may eat in the
Centre Marketplace by purchasing a mandatory resident meal
plan, a commuter meal plan or by paying cash at the door.

Another dining hub, the Breezeway Food Court is also open

to all students and hosts a wide variety of dining brands:

• Wendy’s, Quiznos, Papa John’s, Chick-n-Grill, Salsaritas

and Jow Jing.
• Einstein’s and Starbucks are also located along the
Breezeway,
• A second Chick-n-Grill is located in the Atrium of the
College of Engineering, and
• Dunkin Donuts is located inside the Wimberly Library.

Coyote Jack’s Grill, located in the Student Union, is open for lunch and dinner, serving burgers,
sandwiches and salads at affordable prices in a casual environment including pool tables,
televisions and occasional live entertainment. Coyote Jack’s is open until 11 p.m. to facilitate late
night dining.

FAU has four Outtakes convenience stores on the Boca Raton campus; located in the Student
Union, College of Business Sean Stein Pavilion, Breezeway Food Court and in Glades Park Towers
residence halls. Our Outtakes convenience stores offer deli sandwiches, soups, salads, bakery
items, snacks, beverages and sundry items.

Please note that FAU’s Campus Dining Plan is mandatory for students who live on campus in
University residence halls. However, it is optional for students who live in the University’s on-
campus apartments. There is a Profiler meal plan available for commuter students.

If you have any questions about the meal plan or dining programs, call 561.297.2041 or visit
www.fau.edu/dining.
Office of Student Media
Interested in TV, radio or print media? Then take a look at OWL TV, OWL Radio or the
University Press – created for students by students and funded by students. FAU’s student
media provides a stable, reliable media environment and serves as a public forum for free,
creative expression and a laboratory of learning.

The Department of Student Media plays an integral role at FAU by covering its wide-
ranging events and programs, providing entertainment and giving students the opportunity
to gain real-world experience in print journalism and television and radio broadcast
production. Led by professional advisors, students involved in student media can gain
hands-on experience that can’t be found in a classroom. In addition to building resumes,
student media offers 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.

To be part of our team go to www.fau.edu/studentmedia and click on the contact us tab.

We’re waiting for you.

Fraternity & Sorority Life

Welcome to Fraternity & Sorority Life at FAU. Our campus provides a wide range of
activities & programs for you. 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 their impact on campus life is
tremendous. The fraternity/sorority experience is one of the best opportunities that you
will find on campus to develop socially and personally.

What does this mean exactly?

Check out WHY WE EXIST at www.fau.edu/fslife/purpose.php.

The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life encourages you to fully explore the non-committal
opportunity offered to understand what makes our fraternity and sorority community
so beneficial.

How do I find out more information about Fraternity and Sorority Life?
More information can be found at www.fau.edu/fslife.
Call: 561.297.1245
Stop by: Student Union, Room 218
Go OWLS!
Student Government (SG)
SG is your government. The Activity & Service fee on your tuition bill per credit hour is your
money and you need to decide how to spend it. This includes legislation, event planning and
sponsorship, program oversight and allocation to other services like campus recreation and
student unions.

To keep things fair in the distributed campus model at FAU, each partner campus has an SG
branch tied together by the University-wide Executive Branch, Student Court and Elections Board.

Student Government Services include (but are not limited to):

• Legislation and Lobbying
• Organization and Club Funding
• Problem-Solving and Leadership Support
• Event Planning and Marketing
• Night Owls Campus Safe Escort Service
• Library All-Night Study Area
• Free Scantrons!!!

How do I find out more information? How can I get involved?

Call 561.297.3740
Stop by the SG offices: Student Union, Room 215
Visit www.fau.edu/sg

Student Involvement
and Leadership
Student Involvement & Leadership (SIL) oversees the
following main areas of campus involvement:
• Clubs and organizations (FAU has approximately 200),
• Advising the Student Government Program Board
(they plan fun events such as concerts, movie nights and
comedy shows),
• Advising Homecoming,
• Advising the Council of Student Organizations (COSO), and
• The Campus Leadership Program.

Student Involvement and Leadership’s main purpose is to

help students find opportunities to become part of the
FAU family. SIL aspires to enrich campus life by providing
program, services and opportunities for personal growth and
the acquisition of skills vital to the development of engaged
citizens and future leaders.

How do I find out more information about SIL and how to get involved at FAU?
Call 561.297.3735
Visit: www.fau.edu/sil
Office Location: Student Union, Room 203
United Campus Ministries
United Campus Ministries is the coordinating agency for religious student organizations at
FAU and serves as a facilitator for new student clubs desiring to be established.

Campus Ministry exists at FAU for the purpose of assisting the University in its mission of
educating the whole person.

Campus Ministry seeks to:

• Engage students in the active pursuit of intellectual and spiritual truths,
• Enhance the quality of community and individual life on and off campus by being available
to provide necessary services, and
• Provide a structure for coordinating respective ministries and student organizations
on campus.

How do I find out more information?

Contact Emily Nowselski, Director of UCM
Phone: 561.395.1665

Office of Multicultural Affairs &

Pre-College Programs
The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Pre-College Programs enhances the educational
experiences of students by providing programs and services that are consistent with the
University’s mission to serve “a uniquely diverse community…within an environment that
fosters inclusiveness.”

Programs and services include:

• supplemental orientation
• academic support
• personal development
• social and cultural programming
• human relations and diversity training
• advising cultural clubs and organizations
• advocating for underrepresented students
• leadership skill development and collaborating
with community organizations

Currently enrolled students are encouraged to

inquire about the Eyes on the Prize Program, All
Together Different Diversity Training, Book Loan
Program, LGBTQA Resource Center and multicultural
clubs and organizations. High school students are
encouraged to ask about eligibility for the College
Reach-out Program (CROP) and the Upward
Bound Program.

How do I find out more information?

Call 561.297.3959, e-mail multiculturalaffairs@fau.edu or visit www.fau.edu/oma.
We are located in the Student Services Building, Room 224 (above the Breezeway
Food Court).
Weppner Center for Civic
Engagement & Service
The mission of the Weppner Center for Civic Engagement and Service is to develop partnerships
between the university and community, providing service opportunities to faculty, staff and
students; and to promote the link between the curriculum and service fostering
civic awareness.

Students who share their time volunteering at any nonprofit agency or partaking in a service-
learning project through their coursework will have the opportunity to receive recognition by
recording their hours on their academic transcript. The Weppner Center welcomes students to
sign up for volunteer opportunity updates and see a listing of our events on our website,
www.fau.edu/volunteer. If you are interested in helping the community, please contact us at
your primary campus listed below.

Boca Raton Campus Broward – Davie Northern Campuses

Nori Carter, Director
Student Services, SS 228B
Phone: 561.297.3607
Fax: 561.297.2563
Frédérique Fragé,
Associate Director
Liberal Arts, LA 224
Phone: 954.236.1256
Fax: 954.236.1213
Rochelle Popp,
Assistant Director
JU, Room 113
Phone: 772.873.3441
Fax: 772.873.3444

New Student & Owl Family Programs

The New Student & Owl Family Programs office is responsible for providing assistance to new
incoming freshman and transfer students and their families.

Services offered:
Orientation Programs
• Assist new students to become familiar with the academic policies and procedures at Florida
Atlantic University
• Inform students about the services the University has available to them

Owl Parent Association

• An organization that provides support for parents, to help them assist their student through the
University system
Camp Owls
• Camp Owls trips are designed to give new freshman students a chance to make new
friends, think about college, and prepare to succeed at FAU before school starts

Orientation and Welcome Leaders

• A great leadership experience for undergraduate students to become an
Orientation leader and assist new incoming students
• Applications available the first day of Fall semester

So Fresh Week
• A week of fun event for freshman students that to help jump start their
college experience

Weeks of Welcome
• An annual tradition at FAU that welcomes students back into the new semester with a
variety of events that entertain and educate

How to find out more information?

Visit www.fau.edu/orientation, www.fau.edu/parents or www.fau.edu/freshman
Email us, orientme@fau.edu or owlparents@fau.edu
Call 561.297.2733. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Facebook us, www.facebook.com/fau.orientation; FAU Parents; FAU WOW
Visit our office, Student Union Building, Room 220, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

OWL Parent Association

“Staying Involved While Letting Your Student GrOw”

The Owl Parent Association is an organization that provides a support system for families
and assists them to help their students navigate through the University system. The
Association collaborates with the University and students in enhancing students’ life on
campus through planning and participating in events and fundraising. All parents are
welcome to be part of this wonderful opportunity. You can get involved by attending
meeting and fun events, volunteering, and so much more!

Benefits of joining the OPA:

• Discount for Opening Day Event (August)
• Discount for Fall and Spring Parent and Family Weekend
• Discount for Homecoming Weekend Parent Activities (Fall semester)
• Owl Parent Association Gift
• 25% Discount while dining at McCormick & Schmick’s Restaurant
• 10% discount while dining at Miller’s Ale House (Yamato Rd, Boca Raton)
• 20% discount while dining at Brooklyn Authentic Pizza (Palmetto Rd, Boca Raton)
• 20% discount while dining at Sal’s Pizza (Boca Raton)
• Inter/national hotel and car rental discounts
• Opportunities for book stipends
• An opportunity to spend time with your student during planned Owl Parent
Association Events
• Parent Calendar
• Magnet with important University numbers

Social Events planned for 2011-2012 include:

• Opening Day Reception
• Parent and Family Weekend (Fall and Spring)
• Homecoming
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Owl Parent Advisory Board (PAB) Representative
• Fundraising Committee
• Special Events Committee
• Membership Committee
• Hosting a Summer Send-Off for incoming FAU students in your area
• To allow freshman student to make friends before college starts and find possible carpools
• Assisting with Admissions and Orientation activities

How to find out more information?

Visit our website, www.fau.edu/parents
Email us, owlparents@fau.edu
Facebook: FAU Parents
Call our office, 561.297.2733. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit our office, Student Union Building, Room 220. 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Career Development Center

Explore, Envision, Succeed

The Career Development Center, Division of Student Affairs, offers career advising and
preparation for students through, career assessments inventories, résumé writing critiques, mock
interviews and the Owl CareerLink online job database. They are also responsible for co-operative
education (internship programs), career days, job fairs, graduate school fairs and on-campus
interview programs.

This office is a great start for building your future.

How do I find out more information?

Please feel free to contact the center at 561.297.3533 or stop by the Student Support Services
Building, Room 220, for more information.
Website: www.fau.edu/cdc
Email: career@fau.edu
 International
Student and
Scholar Services
The International Student and Scholar Services
(ISSS) Office provides immigration advising and
assistance with transitioning to life in the U.S. and
at FAU for international students, scholars and their
accompanying dependents. All international students
must check in with ISSS in person upon arrival at the
University, and at the beginning of each term to make
sure all paper work is current. International students
are required to show proof of insurance prior to
starting the term. ISSS provides a support system for
all international students attending FAU.

How do I find out more information?

Office Location: Student Support Services Building (SU 80), Room 214
Call: 561.297.3049
Visit www.fau.edu/isss

Students with Disabilities

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) supports students in pursuit of equity
and excellence in education. OSD works with faculty and staff to ensure that reasonable
accommodations are provided to allow this population of students an equal opportunity
to learn in the classroom and have access to all areas of FAU campuses. OSD fosters
student self-advocacy and the development of compensatory skills that support
independent learning.

In order to receive accommodations due to disability, a student must submit an application

for support services and documentation of their disability.

How do I find out more information?

Call 561.297.3880 or TTY at 561.297.0358, visit http://osd.fau.edu or stop by our office
located in the Student Support Services Building, Room 133.
FAU Athletics
FAU fields 18 NCAA Division I athletic teams-baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, football,
men’s and women’s golf, men and women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s swimming and
diving, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s tennis, women’s indoor track and
field, women’s outdoor track and field and volleyball providing scholarships to student athletes.

• FAU claims 110 All-Americans in 20 years of athletics, almost four a season.

• Women’s soccer, women’s basketball, men’s basketball, softball, baseball, men’s and women’s
tennis and volleyball have captured conference titles in the past six years.
• The track program recently celebrated the opening of a $4.2 million facility
• FAU Arena — The Burrow — recently underwent an $11 million renovation.

Please support the Owls and show your spirit at the next sporting event.

Students are admitted free to all FAU athletic events. Be proud to be an Owl!
Visit www.fausports.com for upcoming events.

Student Alumni Board

Students Today, Owls Forever!
Be a part of the excitement and join FAU’s largest, most exciting club! Whether we are planning
bonfires, pep rallies or networking receptions with our alumni, the Student Alumni Board (SAB) is
always working to enhance the student experience at FAU!

You also can visit http://fauf.fau.edu/students to learn more about the Student Alumni Board,
which is the parent organization for the Student Alumni Association (SAA), the “prOWLers” (FAU’s
official athletic tradition builders) and the University Ambassadors, who serve as official student
hosts at the Eleanor R. Baldwin House (i.e., the University president’s home) and the Marleen &
Harold Forkas Alumni Center. More information can be found about this group, as well as other
University information and traditions in the FAU Owl Book (http://fauf.fau.edu/owlbook), which is
a publication coordinated by the SAB and FAU’s Student Government.
 As a member of the SAA, you will receive the official FAU National Alumni Association
membership card, which entitles you to many great benefits and discounts, including:

• 10% off merchandise at the FAU Bookstores

• 10% off at the Starbucks on FAU’s Boca Raton campus
• The SAA “BOX,” which includes your SAA T-shirt, key-chain and other FAU spirit items
• Plus many more members-only perks!

Be sure to visit www.faualumni.org/benefits for a complete list of benefits.

How do I find out more information?

Office: The Marleen & Harold Forkas Alumni Center (FA 94)
Phone: 1.888.FAU.ALUM (328.2586)
Email: studentalumni@fau.edu
FB Page: (Forthcoming…)

Plan to Study Abroad While at FAU

Did You Know That FAU:
• Offers Study Abroad and Exchange
Programs Around the World
• Features Summer, Semester or
Academic Year Options
• Gives Academic Credit for
Approved Programs
• Allows Use of Financial Aid,
Bright Futures
• Supports Study Abroad Scholarships
Get More Information at:
Office of International Programs
Student Services Building, SU 106
Boca Raton Campus
561.297.1208
www.fau.edu/goabroad
Chapter 3:
Money Matters
Financial Aid
Before Applying
Admission
• You must be admitted to the University

Submission
• Get Organized!
• Apply for a pin for the student and parent at
www.pin.ed.gov.
• Submit the FAFSA* at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
School codes: (Boca Campus: 001481, Davie Campus:
E00584, Jupiter/PSL Campus: E00830)
•N  OTE: If you are ONLY receiving Florida Bright Futures and
Florida Prepaid you are NOT required to submit a FAFSA.

Transmission
• Once you have received an email form the U.S. Department of Education with the subject
“Your U.S. Dept. of Education FAFSA has been processed”, you will be able to access/print
a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR)

After Applying
Be on the lookout for emails via your FAU email account.
• If you receive an email via your FAU email account additional documentation is needed or
financial aid awards have been posted. For a complete list of missing information, log onto
MyFAU. Click on Money Matters! tab.
• Under the Financial Aid channel, click on the “View Financial Aid Information” link.
• You must indicate acceptance by accepting your awards online and reading/accepting the
Terms and Conditions.
• NOTE: If you are awarded a loan for the first time at FAU, you will need to submit the Lender
Designation Form.
• NOTE: If you do not have access to a computer or are experiencing technical difficulties, contact
the financial aid office and a hard-copy award letter will be mailed to you.

Veteran Benefits
• If you are receiving Veterans benefits, for more details and information visit the FAU Veterans
website.

Accepting Award
To find instructions on Accepting Your Award, log on to the FAU Financial Aid website and click
on the “Accept Your Award” link. Once you receive notification that you have been awarded,
you have three weeks to accept your award before it is cancelled.
Deferments:
• Tuition and fees will be automatically postponed for all financial aid recipients (except
Federal Work Study) whose signed award letter has been received by the Financial Aid
Office by the last day of the drop/add period.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are receiving a tuition deferment and you decide not to attend
classes, YOU WILL BE FEE LIABLE WHETHER YOU ACTUALLY ATTEND CLASSES OR
NOT UNLESS YOU FORMALLY WITHDRAW FORM FAU OR DROP ALL CLASSES PRIOR
TO THE END OF BUSINESS HOURS ON THE LAST DAY TO DROP/ADD.
• Housing fee deferments will be issued by the Housing Office only to students who, by
the drop/add deadline, have been awarded and accepted financial aid (excluding Federal
Work Study) sufficient to pay tuition first and then the housing costs, the student will be
responsible for making payments by the dates listed in the Housing Publication.

DISBURSEMENTS: Disbursement of Financial Aid is a function of the Controller’s Office

beginning the third week of classes. Since the disbursement process may take several
weeks, it is essential that you set aside personal funds to cover expenses incurred during
the first few weeks of classes. Students may apply for a Short Term Advance.

Awards can be accepted by completing the following steps:

1. Log on to MyFAU.
2. Click on the Money Matters! tab.
3. Click on “View Your Financial Aid Information” link.
*Accept financial aid awards, view student requirements, request summer financial aid,
your account summary and frequently asked questions for the academic year.
• Click on “My Award Information” link.
• Click on “Award for Aid Year” link.
Read the instructions on the “General Information” tab on how to accept your
financial aid awards.
4. Click on “Terms and Conditions” tab.
• Read and Accept the Terms and Conditions.
• Click on the “Accept Award Offer” tab and follow instructions on accepting/declining
financial aid awards offered.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please review the [Award Messages] and link at the bottom of the
“Accept Award Offers” page to verify if you need to satisfy and/or submit REQUIRED
documents to the Office of Student Financial Aid (click on Award Messages link above
for sample image).
5. For each award listed, in the “Accept Award” column, you MUST select ACCEPT or
DECLINE for each award and then click the “Submit Decision” button.***
NOTE: If students wish to print out a hardcopy letter of their award(s) offered, click on
Print link directly below the General Information tab (upper left corner).NOTE: If you will
not be attending Florida Atlantic University, please DECLINE all awards on the Accept
Award Offer page.
6. For each award listed, click on the name of the award to display important information
about the award.

*** EXCEPTION: You may also ACCEPT: a) a partial award amount by selecting Accept
in the Accept Award column and enter the amount that you are requesting in the Accept
Partial Amount field, b) an award amount that you originally declined/ rejected or c) if
you will be enrolled one term ONLY – by downloading & submitting the Award Revision
Request Form to the Office of Student Financial Aid. If you have any additional questions or
concerns regarding your financial aid awards, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
 Financial Aid Types
SCHOLARSHIPS
There are a host of scholarships available to assist students
with their educational expenses. Visit the Financial Aid
Scholarships webpage for more details. www.fau.edu/finaid
(Click on Scholarships)

Federal Pell Grant Program is for undergraduate students

seeking a first baccalaureate degree. The U.S. Department of
Education determines award eligibility. Application deadline
is June 30th of each year.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

Program (FSEOG) is for first baccalaureate degree students
enrolled at least half-time who demonstrate exceptional
financial need. Funds are limited and awards are made based
on the priority consideration deadline.

ACG and SMART Grants will encourage students to take

more challenging courses in high school — making success in
college more likely, according to research — and to pursue
college majors in high demand in the global economy, such
as science, mathematics, technology, engineering and critical
foreign languages.

FAU Grant is for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at least half-time who
demonstrate financial need. Funds are limited and awards are made based on the priority
consideration.

Bright Futures Scholarship Program offers several state-funded scholarships based on high
school academic achievement and is for students enrolled in an eligible Florida public or private
post-secondary educational institution within three years of graduation from a Florida high school.

Federal Perkins Loan Program is for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at least
half-time. Repayment of principal and 5% interest begins six months after the student graduates,
withdraws, or drops below half-time enrollment. Funds are limited and awards are made based on
the priority consideration deadline.

Federal Stafford Loans are available to undergraduate and graduate students who enroll at least
half-time. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans are awarded to students demonstrating financial
need. Students are not responsible for interest accrued on Subsidized Stafford Loans while in
school.

Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans are awarded to students who do not qualify for the
Subsidized Stafford Loan or do qualify and are still in need of additional funding. Students are
responsible for interest accrued on Unsubsidized Stafford Loans while in school.

Repayment of principal and accrued interest begins six months after the student graduates,
withdraws, or drops below half time enrollment.

Federal Direct PLUS Loan is a low interest loan available to assist the parents of dependent
students admitted and enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or graduate students
admitted and enrolled in a graduate degree program. To be eligible for the Direct PLUS Loan,
the parent borrower or the graduate student borrower should have no adverse credit history.
Federal Work Study Program awards up to 20 work hours per week for undergraduate
and graduate students. Pay checks are disbursed biweekly to the Department in which
the student is employed. Funds are limited and awards are made based on the priority
consideration deadline. All Work Study recipients must check in with the Student
Employment Office for initial placement or before returning to a previously assigned
Department.

Short-Term Advance is a University monetary advance available to assist degree-seeking

students enrolled at least half-time with:
• Purchasing textbooks
• Emergency funds relating to educational expenses
• Unanticipated living expenses

Students may borrow up to $500 and a $5 processing fee. The student must have direct
deposit set up. Applications are available approximately 2 weeks prior to the beginning of
each semester and will close 2 weeks prior to the end of each semester.

***Keep in mind that the Short Term Advance is NOT a source to assist with paying tuition
and/or other related fees.

For more information on the types of aid mentioned as well as other sources of aid please
contact the Office of Student Financial Aid or visit www.fau.edu/finaid

DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS:
Actual Disbursement of financial aid checks or Electronic Fund Transfers are a function of
the Controller’s Office as requested by the Financial Aid Office starting the third week of
classes. Please make sure you fill out your direct deposit.

For financial aid recipients without a bank account, .Net checks will be mailed to the
local address on file with the University’s Registrar Office.
 Student Controller’s
Office
The Student Financial Services team of the Controller’s
Office is responsible for the Cashier’s Office on the Boca
Raton campus and the Students’ Financial Accounts. The
department is responsible for:
• The collection of all funds due to the University
• Student account billing
• Financial Aid disbursements
• Collection of delinquent accounts

Student Financial Services performs its responsibilities

within federal, state and local laws and University
guidelines, policies and procedures. The department
maintains proper controls and participates in complete
program reviews and audits by internal and State of
Florida auditors.

Florida Prepaid
• You must pay the difference of what you owe and what
Florida Prepaid covers by the fee payment deadline
• If you do NOT plan to use Florida Prepaid, you must
“check-in” with the Controller’s Office

Third Party Billing

• If someone else is paying your tuition, i.e. company scholarship, you must “check-in” with the
Controller’s Office before the end of the Drop/Add period

Controller’s Office – located on the 2nd floor of the Student Support Services Building
561.297.6101 or webcontroller@fau.edu

Important items to remember:

• You can pay your account balance in person at any Florida Atlantic University (FAU) campus
Cashier’s Office or via your MyFAU account.
• NO paper invoices are mailed to the student/ FAU has gone GREEN, please consider
the environment.
• Tuition and any additional fees must be paid by the fee payment deadlines to avoid holds on
your student account. Your student account balance is always due no later than close of business
at any Cashier’s Office; online until 11:59 p.m. on the last day to pay for any semester. View the
Academic Calendar for fee payment deadlines.
• Delinquent accounts, 90 days past due, are reported to a collection agency resulting in
additional fees to your student account, which are the responsibility of the student.

Direct Deposit
• It is ALWAYS recommended to establish direct deposit to either a checking or savings account in
order to receive any refunds due back to you from FAU.

How to setup Direct Deposit

• Log in to MyFAU
• Click FAU Self-Service
• Click Student Services
• Click Direct Deposit
• Enter bank information, Routing Number, Account Number, Account Type
 Installment Plan
and Applicable Fees
Tuition Installment Agreements (payment plans) are
only available during the Fall and Spring term to
assist students in meeting their financial obligation
to the University. All plans are initiated online by the
student and all subsequent payments for that specific
semester must be done online. The system will
automatically debit whatever payment method was
established upon initiation.

How to establish an installment agreement

(payment plan) with FAU:
• Go to www.fau.edu
• Select the Current Students tab
• Select MyFAU login
• Select FAU Self  Service (On the left side
of the webpage)
• Select Student Services
• Select Student Account
• Select Account Detail for Term
(select applicable term)
• Select the Pay Now button to pay by credit
card or web check
• Select Enroll in a Payment Plan

Installment Plan and Applicable Fee listed below:

50/50 Plan
Minimum balance required $460
Enrollment set up fee $15
Late payment fee of $100 is only assessed in the event that the second installment is late.

Three Installment Plan

Minimum balance required $460
Enrollment set up fee $15
Late payment fee $100

Four Installment Plan

Minimum balance required $460
Enrollment set up fee $15
Late payment fee $100

Five Installment Plan

Minimum balance required $460
Enrollment set up fee $15
Late payment fee $100

The 50/50 Installment Plan is only available until Last Day to Pay. Late Payment Fee is
mandatory for Three, Four and Five Installment Plans. 
FAU Owl Card
The Owl Card Center Issues the official picture identification for Florida Atlantic University
students. New students are able to get their Owl Card after they have registered for classes.

The many uses of your Owl Card:

• University Library Card
• Campus Recreation Facilities
• Athletic Events
• Meal Plan
• OWL Bucks
• Owl Card Debit Program
• The Owl Card can also be used as a BankAtlantic ATM card if a student opens a free
BankAtlantic account.

The $10 Fee for the Owl Card is charged to the students’ first semester tuition. Replacement or
stolen cards are $15.

The Owl Card has three separate functions

• Using the Owl Card Debit Card Program a student can put up to $100 on his/her Owl Card to
use for copying, printing, vending machine purchases, laundry and purchases at the Campus
Copy. Students can put money on their Owl Card by using cash or check at the Owl Card Center
or by using cash at the cash to card machines located in the computer labs across campus.
• You may also put money into the on-line “OWL Bucks” account of your OWL CARD. This debit
‘Meal’ account may then be used to pay for purchases at any of the dining venues on campus
including the Breezeway Food Court, Einstein Bros Bagels, Coyote Jack’s, Starbucks, Quiznos,
Centre Market Place, Outtakes Convenient Store, FAU Bookstore, Student Health and the
Campus Pharmacy.
• Your OWL CARD can also be activated to function as a BankAtlantic ATM card. In order to
do this, you will need to open a BankAtlantic account. BankAtlantic is located in the Student
Services Building West, across from the Breezeway Food Court. BankAtlantic
can be reached at 561.361.2889.

The Owl Card Center is located:

Boca Raton: Student Union, Room 128; 561.297.2700
Davie: SD 201; 954.236.1549
Fort Lauderdale: HEC 101; 954.762.5353
Jupiter: SR 107; 561.799.8690
Treasure Coast: JU 113; 772.873.3301
Banking Services
BankAtlantic operates a full service bank branch at the Boca Raton Campus. The branch
is located in the Student Services West Building next the Starbucks. BankAtlantic also
operates four ATMs on the Boca Raton campus, one each on the Davie, MacArthur and
Treasure Coast campuses. Business Services encourages you to take advantage such as free
basic checking with no minimum balances, no monthly fees and no ATM charges for the use
of BankAtlantic ATM’s. With direct deposit, financial aid can be deposited directly into your
Bank Atlantic account.

Student Employment
Students interested in obtaining on-campus jobs should visit the Student Employment
Office in Human Resources, Room 102 in the Administration Building. There are two types
of on-campus employment available to students: OPS and Work Study. Other Personal
Services (OPS) work is available in different colleges and departments on campus for
students to demonstrate their skills on a part-time basis. This type of work is not limited
and is not based on financial need.

How do I find out more information about OPS employment?

Contact the Student Employment office at 561.297.2807.

Federal Work Study is federally funded program for eligible students who demonstrate
financial need. Work study may be awarded as part of a student’s financial aid package. If
you are awarded work study or want to verify if you are eligible for work study, you must
check in with the Financial Aid office for placement and additional information. This office is
located in the Student Support Services Building, Room 233B or call 561.297.3680.

Off-Campus Employment: The Office of Financial Aid maintains an online job database
called “Get a Job” where prospective employers list off-campus/area employment
opportunities. The office acts as an employer/employee resource center for the University
and community. This office is located in the Student Support Services Building, Room 233B.
Call 561.297.3680 or visit https://jobs.finaid.fau.edu/getajob/student.
Chapter 4:
FAU Tech

Student Computing Resources

Information Resource Management (IRM) at FAU provides information technology resources to
students, staff and faculty. Resources include: email, wireless connections, MyFAU, Self-Service,
computer labs and online learning. The following information will provide more details regarding
these resources.

MyFAU & Self-Service (myfau.fau.edu)

Single Username and Password
• Logging into your MyFAU account required you to reset your password.
• This reset applies to MyFAU, Blackboard and FAU computers/network.

Tips:
FAUNet ID info- If you don’t know your FAUNet ID is, go to MyFAU (myfau.fau.edu) and use
the link labeled “What is my FAUNet ID?” Select the lookup took link. Enter your social security
number and it will display both your FAUNet ID and Z number.
• Do not Ctrl+Alt+Delete to change password – use MyFAU
• Not accepting password – try your date of birth in format MMDDYY
• FAU Help Desk – www.fau.edu/helpdesk or 561.297.3999

FAU Email
• FAU e-mail is accessible through MyFAU
• Check often, delete what you don’t need
Tip…If your Inbox is full, you won’t receive any new messages

The Tabs in MyFAU—what they are and the resources they provide
• Library – Search electronic resources, renew books, etc.
• My Courses – Professors frequently use to share large documents with students
• Students – Access to Collegiate Link, Student Services, IRM software discounts, etc.
• Money Matters – Student payment information, important updates, etc.
The Many Uses of Self Service
Personal Information
• Address changes, update emergency contacts, etc.
Direct Deposit
• Required by Financial Aid for award disbursement
Enrollment Verification
• Available 24/7, no waiting in line
Transcripts
• Print unofficial copy or request and pay for official copy
Financial Aid
• View and accept awards, short term advance, etc.
Tax Documents
• Access form 1098-T (tuition statement)
Student Account
• View your itemized tuition and services balance
FAU Catalog
• View your catalog and addendums – Continuous enrollment matters here!

Computer Labs
To log into the network or a computer lab use your FAUNet ID and Password (if your
password is not working, try your date of birth MMYYDD format). There are several
locations on campus for students to use open computer labs: College of Business, Student
Union, Computer Center, Library, Student Support Services (220A) and all Residence Halls
(for Resident Students only). Keep in mind that although the use of the computers is free
these labs do have minimal printing fees that must be paid with an Owl Card.

For more information about the lab hours and locations on other campuses
visit www.fau.edu/irm/labs
For questions, concerns or issues regarding MyFAU, Network Connection,
Blackboard and so on visit www.fau.edu/irm
Visit www.fau.edu/helpdesk in order to submit a ticket
Call the Help Desk: 561.297.3999
 How to Register
for Classes
Course schedules and web registration are
available on MyFAU. Please take a look at the
courses being offered each semester prior to
meeting with your advisor or registering.

Before you register, check the Registration

Schedule to see when you are eligible to
register. You will also want to search for
classes before registering.
• Log in to MyFAU
• Complete a Current Departmental Schedule
search. This link is found under Self-Service.
• Select the specific and appropriate
information from the drop down menus (Term,
Campus, College, Dept. and Level)
• After you submit your drop down menu
options, all classes that match that criteria will
be generated.
• The new page will include each class’ CRN
number, Course Prefix, Section Number;
Title of Course, Days & Times of the course,
Location, Number of Seats available and
Instructor Name.
• The five-digit CRN (Course Reference
Number) is what you will need in order to
register for a course. Make sure to write
it down.

Check for holds (these can prevent you

from registering):
• In your MyFAU account,
click FAU Self-Service link
• Click Student Services
• Click Student Records
• Click View Holds

Once you have a list of courses and CRN’s, you

can add the classes.

How to add/register courses:

• In your MyFAU account, click FAU Self-Service link
• Click Student Services
• Click Registration
• Click Add or Drop Courses
• Select course you are register for, click Submit
• Enter all CRNs (Course Reference Numbers) in the boxes provided
• Click Submit Changes
• Your courses will appear as Web Registered if successful
• If you see Registration Add Errors, you are missing something
How to Check Grades
In order to view grades you can view them through MyFAU or reviewing your unofficial
transcript.
• Log in to your MyFAU account, select FAU Self-Service
• Click Student Services
• Click Student Records
• Click View Final Grades*
*You can also click View Unofficial Transcript to view your current and past grades.

How to Update / Change your

Personal Information
• Log in to your MyFAU account, select FAU Self-Service
• Click Personal Information
• Depending upon what you want to view, update or change then you will select that
corresponding link (i.e., Address, Phone Number, Emergency Contacts and so on)