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11/08/2024

“Rush week is a big focus for us to show who we really are. We try to show the potential new members throughout rush events and rush week that we care about our school, connections, and improving overall,” said Ryan Anthony, a recruitment chair for Sigma Chi who is double-majoring in multimedia journalism and sports studies.
Since 1913, Greek life has been part of Florida Atlantic University’s campus. Now, its leaders share what the recruitment process is like and what potential members can expect.
Fraternity and sorority recruitment traditionally occur nationwide in both the fall and spring semesters, and Greek life organizations at FAU have already begun preparing for spring recruitment.
Members say the recruitment process for sororities and fraternities at FAU offers an opportunity for students to connect, make friends and find their ideal fit within the community.
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11/07/2024

“God told me to pursue comedy, and this is where I’m at now,” said Jefferson Lajoie, better known as LMFAO Slim.

Before the laughs begin, Palm Beach native comedian Jefferson Lajoie, better known as LMFAO Slim, always takes a moment to honor God. Slim shared he turned to religion for guidance and found his purpose.

Though not a student at FAU, Slim has become a familiar face on campus, performing there numerous times.

Slim said he enjoys performing at FAU because of its diversity and the support he receives from the community.

Off stage, Slim is also building his online presence, specifically on Instagram and TikTok. He has accumulated over 8,600 followers on TikTok and 680,000 likes on the platform overall.

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11/07/2024

The voting polls for this year’s presidential election came to a close on Tuesday. The Associated Press reported former President Donald Trump had been re-elected as the 47th President of the United States on Nov. 6.

The general sentiment among Florida Atlantic’s students who were interviewed had mixed reactions to the results of the election. For Lucas Minguez, a freshman majoring in criminal justice, the shock factor came from the electoral and popular votes gap between the two candidates.

“Trump kind of won by a landslide. He did a lot better than I thought he would…I hope he’s a good leader,” Minguez said. “I hope he does better than he did last time, but other than that I guess I was a little shocked. I just thought that Kamala would do a little bit better.”

Daskia Jeanty, a junior finance major, said she expects Trump to help with the level of inflation in the state of Florida. As a student herself, Jeanty feels that college students care about being able to afford groceries over societal problems.

“I wasn’t too surprised that people decided to vote for Trump more because people don’t care about the social problems because we have bigger issues to fry as in inflation, economic prices and stuff like that,” said Jeanty.

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11/05/2024

To find out who the student body plans to vote for and what issues stand out most for the next president to address, the University Press made its rounds on the Boca Raton campus Breezeway. Over the course of three days, the UP interviewed 17 random students and alumni, as well as one Student Government representative.

The UP found that seven students favored Vice President Kamala Harris, two students favored former President Donald Trump and six said they were undecided or not voting in the election. Three students did not share.

This story is in the UP’s latest print issue, “Historic Election,” which can be found in the distribution boxes around the Boca Raton campus or in the Student Union room 214.

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11/04/2024

As the United States general election approaches on Nov. 5, some are turning to astrology in hopes of predicting which presidential candidate will come out on top. Astrologists say the stars are aligning for Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris over Republican former President Donald Trump.

Although Harris’ presidential announcement has seemed to appeal to most young voters, many do not share the same interest in mixing astrology with politics. Most Florida Atlantic University students don’t believe that astrological charts are capable of predicting who will win and believe that decision is up to the voters.

“When Trump was elected, his horoscope matched carefully with the United States horoscope; not so much when Biden was elected… Now Harris’ is stronger than Trump’s,” said Cathy Coleman, explaining that based on the two candidates’ horoscopes Harris’ chart matches with the country’s current needs.

Criminal justice major, Bela Simpson, holds a different perspective. While she thinks Harris will win, Simpson believes it is solely based on her policies and not due to astrology.

“Astrology is good for telling somebody about themselves, but it doesn’t hold much weight when it comes to politics, besides the influence it carries,” Simpson said.

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11/03/2024

Read this week’s headlines from the University Press from an Interview with FAU President Stacy Volnick to coverage on voting, abortion, ma*****na and more.

These stories is in the UP’s latest print issue, “Historic Election,” which can be found in the distribution boxes around the Boca Raton campus or in the Student Union room 214.

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11/02/2024

Abortion has been a hot-button issue since the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. Now, it’s on the 2024 election ballot in 11 U.S. states — and Florida Atlantic University students are divided on whether to vote “yes” or “no.

On Nov. 5, Florida voters have the opportunity to decide on the “Right to Abortion Initiative,” also known as Amendment 4, in the upcoming general election. Amendment 4 would add specific language to the Florida Constitution’s Declaration of Rights, broadening access to abortion in the state of Florida. The amendment requires a 60% supermajority vote to pass.

Florida lawmakers banned abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy in July 2022, then went one step further in May 2023, banning abortions after six weeks.
A “yes” vote on Amendment 4 would invalidate these bans by adding new language that would prohibit state laws from denying and restricting abortion before “viability” or when abortion is crucial to protecting a patient’s health.
A “no” vote opposes this addition of language.

This story is in the UP’s latest print issue, “Historic Election,” which can be found in the distribution boxes around the Boca Raton campus or in the Student Union room 214.

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11/01/2024

The registration period for the general election closed on Oct. 7. If registered, you can vote in several ways: Early Voting, Vote-by-Mail or on Election Day — where the polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Your Voter Information Card will list your precinct and designated polling location, which you can verify at this site. According to the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, you can vote at any Early Voting site as an eligible registered voter in Palm Beach County. Early voting started on Oct. 21 and runs through Nov. 3.

Generally during Early Voting and on Election Day, a poll worker will check you in with the Electronic Voter Identification (EViD) device. You will then receive a paper ballot. Voters insert their ballot into the ExpressVote machine, where they can answer questions electronically. After completing this process, the machine will print out the ballot with the recorded responses. The voter will then take their ballot to the DS200 precinct scanner for counting, as outlined on the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections website.

Keep in mind, that the details may vary depending on your precinct or voting district. You can request your ballot in advance to see the candidates specific to your district before you vote.

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11/01/2024

Florida will soon have the chance to decide on whether or not recreational ma*****na should be legal, raising questions about how this will affect the FAU community.

After the Florida Supreme Court ruling on April 1, the state added a “Marijuana Initiative,” or Amendment 3, to the 2024 ballot. It’s unclear whether the amendment will impact Florida Atlantic University.

Gabriel Rouille, a junior communications major, plans to vote “no” on Amendment 3 as he has experienced schizophrenia and anxiety due to ma*****na use.

Rouille believes that if the amendment passes, ma*****na potentially could become more prevalent on campus.

“It could impact some people who have never done it. They see people smoking freely, and they think there’s nothing wrong with ma*****na. And they smoke it, and it could happen to them what happened to me, or worse,” Rouille said.

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11/01/2024

Alberto Hernandez, 29, is running for a seat in the Florida House of Representatives in the 2024 general election, but he’s not a politician — he’s a student at Florida Atlantic University.

Hernandez, a senior at FAU’s Wilkes Honors College on the Jupiter campus, is majoring in international studies with a minor in Spanish literature. He decided to run for a Democratic seat in District 86 of the Fla. House primarily because of his passion for addressing climate change.

Specifically, he is upset with the current administration under Gov. Ron DeSantis removing the scientifically-backed term “climate change” from legislation. To Hernandez, taking away the term is “cutting off limbs of our scientists and their ability to actually work practically.” He says having to watch scientists try to work with what limited resources the state gives them is an “incredible crisis.”

Hernandez is transparent about the expenses involved in running for office. He says he spent around $1500 to file and that he believes campaigning is really a game of fundraising. Despite this, he believes anyone has the power to solve problems on a political level, including university students.

“I’m a firm believer that everyone is an intellectual. Everyone can look at these problems and think of a way to solve them,” he said.

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10/31/2024

“If students aren’t voting on campus for the things that can make their campus life better, what makes us expect them to vote in actual elections?” said Raymond Adderly, FAU’s Boca Raton campus governor.

While young people have risen to the forefront of social movements and civic engagement, translating that enthusiasm into electoral participation is a different story.

A recent study by the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) indicated that nearly one-third of young people ages 18-29 who did not vote in the 2022 midterms cited a lack of information about candidates as a key reason. Specifically, 21% felt they didn’t have enough information to make educated decisions.

Political participation among young adults, particularly college students, continues to be an area of concern. Experts and FAU students point to several underlying factors, including a lack of targeted political outreach from candidates and campaigns, complicated voting policies, family influences and the absence of voter education in schools.

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10/30/2024

“We’re in America, so this makes it feel more [at] home,” said Eithan Shahar Arias, a sophomore from Mexico majoring in international business.

Florida Atlantic University’s Latino Hispanic Association (LHA) hosted its second annual “El Apagon” BBQ event on Oct. 29 to celebrate Halloween and diversity on campus.

The LHA, in partnership with FAU’s Multicultural Programming, celebrated their first Halloween event with a costume contest, games and BBQ-style food. The event also featured Latin music from DJ Greggy G. The Halloween-themed event lasted from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the FAU Housing Lawn.

FAU is a Hispanic-serving institution that welcomes thousands of Hispanic students a year, according to Ashley Rodriguez, vice president of the LHA.

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10/30/2024

Florida’s growing Latino population is taking center stage in the 2024 presidential race as the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Educational Fund (NALEO), the nation’s leading non-profit for Latino political engagement, projects a historic Hispanic voter turnout.

Florida Atlantic University has a significant Hispanic student body, at around 28% of the total population.

The University Press conducted five interviews with Latino students at FAU. Many of these young voters expressed concerns about issues like immigration, economic hardship and cultural identity. But the path to the ballot box remains very complex.

This story is in the UP’s latest print issue, “Historic Election,” which can be found in the distribution boxes around the Boca Raton campus or in the Student Union room 214.

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10/29/2024

Editor-in-Chief Sofia De La Espriella and News Editor Michael Cook have a conversation with Florida Atlantic University Interim President Stacy Volnick about her role and trends in higher education.

Stacy Volnick is FAU’s current Interim President. Volnick took on this temporary role in January 2023 after former president John Kelly resigned. This transition sparked the search for a permanent university president, which was ultimately unsuccessful. While a new search is underway, FAU extended Volnick’s contract until the university hires a new president at the Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 30.

In the interview on Sept. 23, Volnick said that she can’t talk about the search or if she is considering running. However, she mentioned that her contract wouldn’t stop her from running for the permanent position.

“I plan to go back if, depending upon the outcome of this. I’m still doing the chief operating officer role, so you may not know that but there is no one else doing that job. So, I am still doing that job and the president role. [...] So I’m not going anywhere. FAU is in my blood, and I plan on being here for a while,” said Volnick.

This story is in the UP’s latest print issue, “Historic Election,” which can be found in the distribution boxes around the Boca Raton campus or in the Student Union room 214.

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10/29/2024

From photography to dance to surfing, each of the 10 candidates running for Homecoming Royalty has something unique to bring to the Florida Atlantic University community.

Voting for Homecoming Royalty began on Oct. 24 and will end on Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. on Owl Central.

“It would be such a privilege – such a blessing – to be able to represent this place that I honestly call my own and has given me so much over the past four years,” said Sarah Johnson, one member of the court.

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10/28/2024

Florida Atlantic University Galleries is holding an exhibition entitled “Political Circus 2024” at the Schmidt Center Gallery on the Boca Raton campus from Oct. 5 to Nov. 24. For seven weeks FAU’s Schmidt Center Gallery has turned into a vibrant scene of political artifacts and chaotic visuals, curated by FAU Women and Gender Studies professor Jane Caputi, and Rockford Projects.

According to a statement from the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, the gallery “aims to spark dialogue and critical reflection on American politics and culture… ‘Political Circus 2024’ invites visitors to consider how popular culture reflects and shapes the ongoing process of ‘making and remaking America,’ contributing to discussions about truth, desirability, and the nation’s future.”

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10/27/2024

The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention brought the Palm Beach County community together again since the COVID-19 pandemic for the “Out of the Darkness” campus walk at Florida Atlantic University on Oct. 26.

Between 600 and 800 people gathered at FAU’s Track and Field Complex to honor loved ones and support survivors of su***de or self-harm, according to Maria Bedoya, AFSP’s Palm Beach County Walk co-chair and mental health counselor.

One of the participants, Jennifer Fabricius wore a gold bead necklace to represent her father, whom she lost to su***de in 2006. She spoke about her experience with grief following his death.

“Walking with the community has made me realize that I’m not alone in something that is very isolating,” said Fabricius, who is also a committee board member for AFSP Palm Beach and has been attending the Out of the Darkness walks since 2017.

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10/27/2024

Read this week’s headlines from the University Press from Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Student Model and International Basketball Players coverage.

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The University Press randomly spoke to FAU students on the Breezeway of the Boca Raton campus about the results of the general election. As, former President Donald Trump was re-elected as the 47th President of the United States on Nov. 6. Trump won both the electoral college and the popular vote. Some students expressed hope that he would focus on key issues such as fighting inflation and improving healthcare during his second term. To read more, visit upressonline.com or click the link in our bio.

The University Press has been stationed at FAU’s polling site this Election Day, asking some student voters their opinions on the state of the presidential race and how they feel about casting their vote. We are dedicated to providing live student reactions to the election results as they come in. Follow us on Threads for live updates and keep an eye out for more in-depth coverage on our website.

Looking for a voter’s guide this election season? University Press has your back. We just released our new print issue “Historic Election” — including an exclusive interview with FAU interim president Stacy Volnick, in-depth articles on the ballot amendments, student voter engagement and more. The paper is now out on stands around campus. Get yours today!

Come along with UP social media manager Stephanie Manzo as she heads into early voting in Broward County and offers some tips on how to get the best out of your voting day. Reference the UP’s latest print issue “Historic Election” for information on the ballot amendments.

Check out the latest University Press article, “FAU Has Hidden Tunnels, But They Don’t Want You to Explore Them,” to learn more about the utility tunnels beneath the Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton campus. Public records obtained by the UP show that FAU police have issued several trespassing warnings to students caught exploring these underground passages. ✏️: Michael Cook 📸: University Press staff

Read our latest article, The faces behind the feathers: The students who bring Owlsley and Hoot to life, to discover what you don’t know about our mascots.

Eric Vandernoot, a physics professor at FAU, gives us a tour of the Astronomical Observatory. To read more, visit upressonline.com.

The University Press is proud to announce the release of their our print issue of the fall, “Unmasking the facts: Things you may not know about FAU.” You can find the print in our newspaper bins around campus (a map with the location of the bins is pinned on our feed), or stop by the newsroom, room 214 in the Student Union for a copy.

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