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charles e. schmidt College of Science
Scientific Excellence and Discovery
Our primary mission is to be a source of academic support for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø. The Schmidt College of Science Advising Services Office assists science majors in the following ways:
- New transfer student advising
- Freshman advising for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø planning a career in the health professions
- Advising for course selection and degree completion, advising for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø encountering academic difficulty
- Referrals for helpful on-campus support services
Spotlight Stories
Apply for the WLW ECOS Student Success Scholarships
The new School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability received a substantial gift that supports scholarships for undergraduate 51³Ô¹ÏÍø pursuing degrees or research studies with an environmental focus that provides $7,500 in awards. Thanks to the donation we also now have $5,000 scholarships for the Semester by the Sea program. The scholarships are available for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to take advantage of this Fall 2024 semester.
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Advisor Desiree Fray Gets a Kick Out of Counseling Science Students
From a student’s first day on campus to graduation, academic advisors play a vital role in student success. The insights and expertise from an advisor can help 51³Ô¹ÏÍø efficiently navigate their academic journeys. The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science’s advisors are all deeply committed to student success, including Desiree Fray.
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Alumna Spotlight: Sadelyn De Los Santos ‘15
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science alumna Sadelyn De Los Santos, B.S. ’15, MCMSc, PA-C, adored her time as an undergraduate at Florida Atlantic. Her incredible academic experience as a Biological Sciences student helped foster her love of learning and prepare her for future graduate studies and medical career.
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News
From the Lab to Local Dunes: Top Science Grad Champions Coastal Conservation
Kayla Mosteller, a top 51³Ô¹ÏÍø geoscience graduate and WLW-ECOS Research Fellow and Student Success Scholar, was named the college's Undergraduate Researcher of the Year for her outstanding contributions to coastal conservation.
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Congratulations, Class of 2026 Future Doctors!
Dean Forbes hosted the 23rd Future Doctors’ Reception to celebrate 60 Schmidt College of Science 51³Ô¹ÏÍø admitted to health professional graduate programs, including a record 16 accepted into Florida Atlantic’s Schmidt...
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Science Students Dive Into Research at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Harbor Branch with WLW-ECOS Field Trips
This spring, 31 undergraduate 51³Ô¹ÏÍø participated in immersive, behind-the-scenes field trips at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's HBOI, where they explored marine research through guided tours and hands-on scientific activities.
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51³Ô¹ÏÍø Experts Available for Comment on 2026 Hurricane Season
51³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty are leading experts on a wide range of hurricane-related issues and are available to discuss topics including forecasting, flooding, storm impacts, climate resilience, disaster recovery...
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51³Ô¹ÏÍø Hosts School for Computational Applications in Neuroscience Training Workshop
51³Ô¹ÏÍø recently hosted the School for Computational Applications in Neuroscience (SCAN) at the Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute (SNBI) on the Jupiter campus.
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Forbidden Friends Become Former Friends After Moms Voice Disapproval
A new study tracking nearly 400 51³Ô¹ÏÍø ages 9 to 14 found that when mothers strongly disapprove of a child’s friends, those friendships are far more likely to unravel.
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