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Office of Information Technology (fau.edu/oit)
Please check the website for other campus locations.
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides technology resources in support of day-to-day learning, teaching and research across all campuses. Go
to fau.edu/oit/newtofau.php to learn about information technology resources
and services available at FAU. OIT also supports Canvas, the primary vehicle for online classes. Canvas also includes interactive features, such as discussion forums, chats and collaborations with One Drive and Google Drive, which enhances communication between students and faculty. Go to fau.edu/canvas for details
on how to use Canvas. Go to fau.edu/oit/labs for information about open and instructional computer labs.
Office of the Ombuds (fau.edu/ombuds)
Office of the Ombuds: We are listening. The Ombuds works toward resolving problems, not as an advocate for individuals or the University but as a neutral party. Because the Ombuds reports to the President’s Office, the Ombuds has access to information from any office within the institution. The Ombuds works toward an informal resolution of issues, provides coaching, and option development. The office is informal and does not generate records, take legal notice nor accept official complaints; however, the office can assist you by making appropriate referrals if this is your intent. Your visit to the Ombuds is confidential except when there is a concern about danger to you, to others or in cases of Title IX matters. If, as an aid
to resolution, it is necessary to disclose your identity and your specific issue to
gain essential information, you and the Ombuds will discuss this and determine the limits of confidentiality. You should visit the Office of the Ombuds if you need assistance with disputes about fees, academic concerns, grade reviews, housing issues, parking problems, red tape, and many other matters.
The Ombuds may help you to identify and evaluate options, to formulate a plan to address your issue, to find the correct person to address your concern, or to explain University regulations or policies. The Ombuds will listen to you. An appointment with the Ombuds can be made by calling 561-297-3693. The Office of the Ombuds is located in the Student Service Building (SS-8, Room 226-F) within the Dean of Students suite.
Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI) (fau.edu/ouri)
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI) serves as a centralized support office for faculty and students across all colleges and campuses who are engaged in undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry. OURI offers university-wide support to students engaged in faculty-mentored research by offering programs such as:
• Undergraduate Research Grants
• Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
• Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
• Florida Atlantic Undergraduate Research Journal (FAURJ)
• Peer Mentor Program and student workshop series to support student at any stage throughout their research activities.
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