This gentle form of yoga is practiced sitting on a chair or using a chair for support, making it accessible for people with mobility challenges or those seeking a low-impact workout.Session Dates:October 7, 14, 21, 28November 4, 18December 2, 9, 16Session Times:MONDAYS 1-2pmInstructor:Karen Wexler

It's the time of year in many traditions when we most remember our beloved dead, and for the past dozen or so years, JCBA has been here to help you do so in a celebratory spirit through our annual Community Day of the Dead ofrenda. If you are local and if you want to honor a loved one's memory with us, please feel free to bring something to display on it, in community with the other items on the ofrenda. We'll have pictures of our founders, Arthur and Mata Jaffe, and paper marigolds and traditional artenanías mexicanas... you bring the rest. But please no food, no plants.Our ofrenda is in the lobby of the Jaffe Center for Book Arts; you may come visit it even if you're not adding something to it. Our ofrenda is illuminated and visible even when the center is closed, and you are welcome to come look at it through our lobby doors even during the late-night hours when the Wimberly Library is open. We’ll keep the ofrenda on display through St. Martin's Day (November 11), and you’re welcome to come collect the ofrenda items that you've brought after that, should you wish.Keep in mind Dia de Los Muertos is not Halloween. Halloween ushers in these annual Days of the Dead, of course, but Dia de Los Muertos is more about love and remembrance… and festivity, for sure! It’s a beautiful tradition from Mexico for keeping the channels open, and that is a wonderful thing.

This class serves as an exploration of your body through gentle yet profound mobility movements. Increase your core strength, improve your posture, settle your nervous system. All levels welcome.When registering for this event you will be registering for all session dates at the time below.Session Dates:October 9, 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20 December 4, 11, 18Session Times: 1-2pm

This 9-week journey is designed to educate and empower participants with the tools and knowledge to create a balanced, health-supportive lifestyle. Each week focuses on a key aspect of nutrition and wellness, with expert guest speakers offering specialized insights. Whether you're looking to optimize energy, improve gut health, or navigate healthy eating during the holiday season, this series offers practical tips for real-life application.Session Dates:October 9, 16, 23, 30November 6, 13, 20December 4, *11Session Times:11 am - 12 pm *Final class (12/11) 10 am - 12 pmRegister for this Course ($50 Supply Fee):Please contact Sara Green at saragreen@health.fau.edu to reserve your seat.Download Flyer

Discover the wisdom of mind body connection through this use of somatic practices.When registering for this event you will be registering for all session dates and times listed below.Session Dates:October 10, 17, 24, 31November 7, 21December 5, 12, 19Session Times: Thursdays, 2-3 pmInstructor: Jacqueline Burbage

Join us for this free series, lead by Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong InstructorTai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements — connecting the mind and body.Qi Gong involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being.When registering for this event you will be registering for all session dates and times listed below.Session Dates: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 December 3, 10, 17Session Times: 6-7pmInstructor: Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap, Certified Tai-Chi & Qi-Gong Instructor

The FAU Tech Runway Venture Program provides the most promising companies and talented entrepreneurs with the resources, services and guidance to build and scale their startups.At Tech Runway, experts have created a program that harnesses and directs the entrepreneurial spirit, providing a complete ecosystem for forward-thinking entrepreneurs, innovative students, faculty, alumni and the community.Program participants receive more than $100,000 in resources and services, including but not limited to:Structured team-based mentoringEntrepreneurial educationIntroductions to potential sources of early-stage capitalPrograms and resources from FAU's Innovation and Business DevelopmentMarketing and business support from college internsPitch practice opportunitiesNetworking eventsAccess to regional business and technology eventsFree office hours from premier professional support firms (attorneys, accountants, etc.)Customer discovery programming (Market Validation Workshop or NSF I-Corps)Apply now to be a part of Venture Class 15 on Oct. 15 at https://www.fau.edu/techrunway/tech-runway-venture-program/

This guided meditation practice induces deep relaxation and conscious awareness, promoting physical, mental, emotional and spiritual healing by bringing the body and mind into a restful stillness.When registering for this event you will be registering for all session dates and times listed below.Session Dates:Nov 1, 8, 15, 22Dec 6, 13Session Times:FRIDAYS 9:30-10:30amInstructor:Heather Berg

Presenter: Tracey Rubenstein, LCSW-QS, BC-TMH Date/Time: Opens November 4, 2024 - Closes December 22, 2024 Location: Online - On Demand Cost: $350; $315 Early Bird until Oct 21, 2024 CEUs: 12A limited number of seats have been reserved for FAU Social Work students, alumni, faculty, Field Instructors and Coordinators. Please email the Professional Development Coordinator at SocialWorkProDev@fau.edu to request the $280 FAU Rate discount code.Description:Telehealth became an essential therapeutic service in 2020 and will remain a fundamental delivery method for mental health services moving forward. However, conducting a successful therapy session within the virtual realm requires that clinicians take some special considerations and apply their clinical skills in new ways. Through engaging course content tailored for mental health/behavioral health professionals, participants will learn the risks and benefits of offering therapy sessions via telehealth, how to assess client suitability for telehealth, how to build rapport and therapeutic alliance virtually, how to create emotional safety and ensure physical safety despite having limited visual cues, how to maintain clinical boundaries and establish expectations, how to manage emotional crises, and more – using Codes of Ethics from the various mental health professions as a cornerstone and guide for making therapeutic decisions. Finally, the curriculum for this certificate includes a significant focus on equity and inclusion as they relate to making virtual therapeutic sessions accessible and responsive to the needs of marginalized communities including BIPOC+ people, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, individuals from low SES backgrounds, older adults, and other groups.How It WorksThis fully-online 12-hour certificate course is designed to provide attendees with maximum flexibility. The certificate is divided into six learning modules, and new course content is unlocked each week. Attendees can access weekly course materials, videos, and readings at their convenience. Weekly milestones such as quizzes and discussion boards ensure that attendees are staying on track and making progress towards course completion.Learning Objectives:Define terms and concepts of ethical telehealth practice for mental health professionalsIdentify the risks and benefits of telehealth to clients and cliniciansArticulate the complexities and limitations of telehealth practiceDetermine how to make one’s practice of telehealth ethical, effective, and equitableAbout the Presenter:Tracey Rubenstein, LCSW-QS, BC-TMH is a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider (BC-TMH) who maintains a thriving telehealth practice in Arkansas and New York in addition to her Florida practice. She began volunteering with survivors of domestic violence as an undergraduate student at Middlebury College. After years of crisis line work, she decided to pursue her Master of Social Work degree from Tulane University. Tracey became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2001. She was the director of the YWCA Rape Crisis Program in New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina and helped build a coalition of services for domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking after Katrina. Mrs. Rubenstein relocated to Florida in 2010 and opened her private practice working with adults. She is a Qualified Supervisor for social workers pursuing licensure, and became an adjunct instructor at FAU in Spring 2020.

A Molecular and Morphological Assessment of Octopus vulgarisCo-Advisors: Dr. Randy Brooks and Dr. Chelsea BenniceCommittee Members: Dr. Michelle Cavallo and Dr. Michael McCoy

Colleen Nicole Hecker: "A MOLECULAR AND MORPHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF OCTOPUS VULGARIS"Committee Co-Chairs: William Brooks, Ph.D., Chelsea Bennice, Ph.D.Committee Members: Michelle Cavallo, Ph.D., Michael McCoy, Ph.D.November 4, 2024 at 10:00 AMIn Person: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus, Sanson Life Sciences Building (SC-1), Room 141

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a dynamic field within computer science, promising the creation of machines possessing human-like intelligence. From pop culture references like "The Terminator" to "Blade Runner," "The Matrix," and "Her," various depictions envision AI's potential outcomes. However, these scenarios remain distant—true human-like AI is far from realization. Nonetheless, we're in the Age of AI; while not akin to science fiction, AI wields substantial influence in human affairs. Assessing its impact, I'll explore whether AI enhances or diminishes human flourishing from an Aristotelian/Thomistic perspective. Does AI make us more or less human? This talk delves into the philosophical implications, scrutinizing how AI technologies intersect with our humanity in the ongoing pursuit of progress.

The invention of the birth control pill in the early 1960s marked a shift towards sexual openness after the restrictive 1950s. Women embraced sexual autonomy, Hollywood abandoned its censorious Code, and abortion was legalized in 1973. Additionally, LGBTQ liberation began with the Stonewall Inn rebellion in 1969, leading to broader acceptance. Swingers emerged in suburban culture, sexual guides proliferated, and pornography became mainstream. However, by 2023, some of these advancements face challenges, while the Internet continues to reshape relationships, including sexually. This illustrated talk explores the ongoing sexual revolution and the resistance it encounters, highlighting how societal attitudes toward sexual and gender liberation have evolved over time.

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Join us for the Ocean and Mechanical Engineering Graduate Open House on Monday, November 4th, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM in EW 162! Discover exciting opportunities in our graduate programs, meet faculty and current students, and learn how FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science can help you dive into a successful career in ocean and mechanical engineering. Don’t miss the chance to explore research projects, tour our facilities, and get all your questions answered. See you there