Florida Atlantic University Foundation

10/15/2026

Florida Atlantic University received a $1 million gift from Howard Guggenheim, benefiting students, faculty and programs within FAU Athletics, the College of Business and Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, as well as the Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building. We are grateful for his long-time support!

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Florida Atlantic University received a $1 million gift from long-time Boca Raton community member Howard Guggenheim.

10/02/2026

A.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School were ranked No. 1 both in the nation and in Florida among “Best Public K-12 Schools,” in Niche’s 2027 rankings. The recognition marks the first time that FAU Lab Schools have earned the nation’s top ranking out of the 1,903 schools evaluated across the nation by Niche, the largest website for researching public and private K-12 schools.

Read more: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/fau-lab-schools-ranked-top-in-nation-by-niche-2027.php

10/01/2026

Florida Atlantic University and Blue Ops, a maritime division of Red Cat Holdings, Inc., have established a strategic partnership that will bring the company’s uncrewed maritime systems operations to Florida Atlantic's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Fort Pierce, creating a hub for research, development, testing, training and collaboration in ocean technology, autonomous systems and national defense.

Read more: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/blue-ops-harbor-branch.php

09/29/2026

On Sept. 17, more than 2,000 donors came together for Florida Atlantic University’s fourth annual Giving Day, raising more than $618,000 to support the people, programs, and priorities that make Florida Atlantic University the place “Where Tomorrow Begins.”

Read more: https://fauf.fau.edu/articles/owls-come-together-to-fuel-opportunity-on-giving-day/

09/24/2026

A new Florida Atlantic University study provides the first quantified evidence that free-swimming sharks can detect and respond to underwater sounds from distances extending nearly 250 feet. Using controlled low-frequency sounds and aerial drone tracking, researchers from the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science found that blacktip sharks rapidly changed course when they detected a sound, providing evidence that they can also determine its direction.

Learn more: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/shark-hearing-study.php

09/22/2026

Florida Atlantic University moved up to No. 99 for the first time in the U.S. News & World Report 2027 rankings of “Top Public Schools,” its highest position ever. The one spot gain over last year keeps Florida Atlantic rising among the nation’s Top 100 public universities.

Learn More: https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/fau-ranked-top-100-us-news-2027.php

09/18/2026

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Charles Dukes, Ed.D., Ph.D., on his appointment as Dean of the College of Education!

A member of the Florida Atlantic University community since 2002, Dean Dukes has served the College in numerous faculty and leadership roles, most recently as Interim Dean since July 2025. Throughout his career, he has been a dedicated advocate for our students, faculty and staff and a champion for educational opportunity, research and community engagement.

As Dean, he will lead the College into its next chapter, building on our commitment to preparing educators, counselors, clinicians, researchers and educational leaders while strengthening the impact of our programs, research and partnerships.

We are excited to celebrate this moment with Dean Dukes and look forward to what’s ahead for the College of Education.

Congratulations, Dean Dukes!

09/18/2026

On behalf of Florida Atlantic University, thank you to everyone who supported Giving Day 2026.

Your belief in Florida Atlantic’s mission and your commitment to our students, faculty, programs, and future have helped make this year’s Giving Day a celebration filled with pride and possibility. Because of you, we are strengthening the student experience and helping our community soar.

Whether you supported scholarships, research, student services, athletics, or another area close to your heart, your gift will make a lasting difference. Giving Day is a shared expression of generosity, momentum, and confidence in what Florida Atlantic can achieve.

This is Where Tomorrow Begins.

09/18/2026

BUT WAIT - THERE'S MORE!!

As a result of the community’s incredible support, Florida Atlantic’s Giving Day has been extended through 12 p.m. EST today!

There's still time to support the causes that mean the most to you.

Make your gift: fau.edu/givingday

09/17/2026

There are only a few hours left to be part of Florida Atlantic Giving Day!

Every Giving Day gift helps open doors for students, strengthens programs and creates opportunities that extend far beyond today. Join us before midnight and help make a lasting impact.

Make your impact: fau.edu/givingday