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John D. MacArthur Campus at Jupiter
2022 NOVEMBER Florida Atlantic University Sponsored report

FAU President Receives Key to City
of West Palm Beach
FAU and the City of West Palm Beach (WPB) recently hosted a joint press
conference to announce the Engineering Research Center (ERC)
for Smart Streetscapes project, an innovative science and
engineering initiative to enhance livability, safety and
inclusivity in downtown WPB.
FAU-MAX PLANCK EXPAND INNOVATIVE PARTNERSHIP During the event, Mayor Keith James presented FAU
Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine and the President John Kelly with a key to the city as a token of
Schmidt College of Science, along with the Max Planck Florida Institute for appreciation for this momentous partnership.
Neuroscience (MPFI), recently celebrated an expansion of the FAU-MPFI FAU received a $26 million National Science Foundation
education and research continuum, signing the new M.D./Ph.D. joint neuroscience grant to establish the ERC in WPB and is in partnership with
program into effect.
Columbia University, Rutgers University, the University of Central Florida
The new accelerated academic dual-degree program is the latest addition to the and Lehman College.
innovative partnerships between FAU and MPFI, expanding student opportunities
in South Florida and nationwide. Key leaders from the collaborative institutions FAU Division of Research Releases
took part in a ceremonious Memorandum of Understanding signing, marking the
official launch of the joint program while elevating the academic programming 2022 Momentum Report
and collaborative research opportunities provided by the partnership. Division of Research’s 2021-22 Annual Momentum
Report underscores Florida Atlantic’s meteoric
growth in total research expenditures over the last five
years, which is driven by extraordinary faculty expertise,
best-in-class facilities, and innovative collaborations with
premier partners… join us as we build a robust culture of
nationally respected research and scholarship.”
— Daniel C. Flynn, Ph.D., vice president, FAU Division of Research

FAU Researcher Featured Panelist
Nicole Baganz, Ph.D., director of community engagement
and programming, FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute,
SAVE THE DATE and research assistant professor, FAU Charles E. Schmidt
FAU STILES-NICHOLSON BRAIN INSTITUTE College of Medicine, was a featured speaker for the
“NeuroArts” educational panel presentation, hosted in
RIBBON CUTTING Join Us! part of Palm Health Foundation’s “Train the Brain 2022”

FAU John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter is welcoming a new campaign series. The event featured a discussion among
local scientists, artists and community leaders and was
era of unmatched opportunities with the newest campus focused on the effect the arts have on health and well-being.
expansion. Please join us for the official opening of the FAU
Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute.
Wilkes Honors College Professor and
WHEN: Jan. 19, 2023 at 10 a.m.
Student Team Present Research
WHERE: 5353 Parkside Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458
FAU Wilkes Honors College student, Warren Lee,
presented “Stereotypes and (Mis)Representation of
Spanish Gypsies in Spain’s Film Industry (1960-1980),”
JOYCE at the recent Office of Undergraduate Research and
Inquiry Annual Summer Student Showcase. During the
CAROL showcase, Lee presented on personal testimonies and
archival material from research conducted by faculty
mentor, Carmen Cañete Quesada, Ph.D., associate
OATES professor of Spanish, Wilkes Honors College.

COMES TO FAU JUPITER FAU Tech Runway® Venture
Program Applications Now
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Jupiter, and the Harriet L. Register!
Wilkes Honors College at FAU are excited to host special guest Being Accepted
speaker Joyce Carol Oates on Friday, Nov. 18 at 4 p.m. FAU Tech Runway is now accepting applications for
®
the Venture Program, which helps turn game-changing
Participants will have the opportunity to hear Oates speak about
her life, publications, inspirations, and participate in an interactive business ideas into thriving companies.
Q&A session. A book signing will follow the program. For more The deadline to apply is Sunday, Nov. 20.
information, call 561.799.8547. For more information, visit fau.edu/techrunway.

NEXT GENERATION TRAINING IN SCIENCE ON FAU’S JUPITER CAMPUS

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College • Charles E. Schmidt College of Science at Jupiter • FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute • I-HEALTH • FAST Labs
• FAU High School in Partnership with Max Planck Academy • FAU-Max Planck Joint Programs • College of Education Teacher Training
STAY CONNECTED: FAU.EDU/JUPITER @FAUJUPITER

5353 Parkside Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458 | phone: 561.799.8500

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