FAU College of Business

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Today, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. May we reflect with gratitude on their courage, sacrifice, and lasting legacy.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day🇺🇸

The beginnings of a beautiful day… Congratulations Graduates 🎓🦉

Celebrating the heartbeat of student success! 🦉
 
The Academic Advising Council (AAC) recently hosted its year-end conference to celebrate a year of incredible impact and look ahead at the future of advising at .
 
The Highlights:
Co-chairs Kim Paulus () and Demarus Youngblood () kicked things off with a warm welcome to our dedicated advising teams. 
We were honored to host , who shared an inspiring message on the vital role advisors play in our university’s mission. Melanie Cormio ( Center) led a forward-thinking session on embracing AI to elevate the student experience.
 
Passing the Torch: As we close this chapter, a huge congratulations to our outgoing chairs for a successful two-year term! We are thrilled to introduce Chelsea Rodriguez and Rico Hernan as our incoming AAC co-chairs. We can’t wait to see your leadership in action! 👏
 
Special Shoutout: A heartfelt thank you to from the for his invaluable support in making this event a reality.

$2.5 Million Raised and counting! 🦉

We are overwhelmed by the incredible support shown at Soirée 65, the President’s Gala. Together, we’ve already raised over $2.5 million to fund vital student initiatives like paid internships and housing scholarships.

Want to help us finish even stronger? The "Owl Access" Online Auction is still live, but only for a short time! This is your chance to snag exclusive "Beyond FAU" experiences while directly investing in the next generation of business leaders.

⏳ Bidding closes: Wednesday, April 1 at 12 p.m. EST. 🔗 Bid now: gala.fau.edu/auction

Future Business Leaders Learn from Today’s Top Executives

This semester, students at FAU College of Business had a rare opportunity: face-to-face interaction with top executives, including Miami Marlins owner Bruce Sherman, legendary investor Leon Cooperman, and other South Florida business leaders, through a special leadership course created by Michael Block and Dr. Joseph Patton, DBA, MBA.

Through seminar-style discussions, students explored leadership, decision-making, and real-world business challenges—learning how to overcome setbacks, build successful organizations, and gain practical insights straight from the boardroom.

“As incredible as the concept was, the results were phenomenal,” said Dean Daniel Gropper.

Read more: https://business.fau.edu/newsroom/bulletins/2026/business-special-topics-class-students-senior-executives.php

Congratulations to the outstanding students from FAU College of Business who have been named on the Dean’s and/or President’s Lists for Fall 2025!

We are so proud of the commitment and hard work our students put in this semester to earn this well-deserved recognition. May this success fuel their continued pursuit of excellence and future achievements!

To view the full lists, go to https://business.fau.edu/our-college/deans-and-presidents-lists/index.php

Hispanic consumer confidence is rising.

New data from Florida Atlantic University’s Business and Economic Polling Initiative (BEPI) shows a sharp rebound in optimism heading into 2026.
The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index jumped 14 points in Q4 2025, driven by stronger confidence around:
• Personal finances
• Job stability
• Near- and long-term economic conditions

🔗 Read the full findings → https://business.fau.edu/newsroom/press-releases/2026/fau-bepi-hispanic-consumer-confidence-rebound-new-year.php

When our faculty lead the field, our students lead the market.

At the College of Business, your AI education isn't just textbook learning. It’s powered by the latest faculty research and expert insights that are literally changing how business is done.

We teach you to use AI—from Breakout Learning for discussion insights to Gemini and Claude for strategic analysis—as a strategic resource, not a shortcut.

Ready to learn from the people who are writing the future of finance, operations, and cybersecurity?

Meet our AI experts and explore our cutting-edge curriculum: https://business.fau.edu/artificial-intelligence-in-business/