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Laurie Mermet

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor

Laurie Mermet is a senior pursuing a bachelor's in multimedia journalism with a minor in public relations. While she loves covering breaking news, her true passion lies in profile writing, and she hopes to become a reporter at a renowned newspaper. Beyond her journalistic pursuits, she is passionate about health and fitness. You can reach Laurie at [email protected] or DM her on Instagram @Laurie.mmt.
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A screenshot of the updated logo on page one from the "Visual Standards and Messaging" manual released by the Division of Public Affairs at Florida Atlantic University.

An identify refresh: From ‘FAU’ to ‘Florida Atlantic’

Michael Cook and Laurie Mermet
October 9, 2024
Hoot dancing at FAU Stadium.

The faces behind the feathers: The students who bring Owlsley and Hoot to life

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor
October 8, 2024
A headshot of Nick Pecora in his USA Deaf National Hockey Team uniform.

Defying silence: Nick Pecora represents FAU on USA National Deaf Hockey Team

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor
September 13, 2024
Schmidt Family Complex for Academic and Athletic Excellence, Room 107 during the Presidential Search listening sessions on Tuesday, Aug. 29.

FAU stakeholders continue to raise concerns during presidential listening session

JD Delcastillo and Laurie Mermet
September 6, 2024
A strawberry and guava-flavored Celsius energy drink with the bleachers of the FAU Football Stadium in the background.

The ‘chemical cocktail’ conundrum: FAU’s complicated relationship with Celsius

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor
August 20, 2024
The Human-Powered Submarine team positions Owlbacore in the basin at the start of the European International Submarine Races.

Racing into the depths: FAU’s Human-Powered Submarine team brings home 2nd place trophy

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor
July 11, 2024
Photo of Sowmya Gudla, courtesy of the GoFundMe page by Tarun Pagidipalli.

Police: Driver strikes and kills FAU alumna in Boca Raton

Laurie Mermet and Michael Cook
May 29, 2024
“I’m Dru!” performing at the SunFest festival in West Palm Beach, Florida.

How FAU student Drew Eisenberg ‘I’m Dru!’ landed a Sunfest spotlight: ‘Patience is key’

Laurie Mermet, Student Life Editor
May 21, 2024
Jacob Kahn gets into the rhythm of the beat performing his original song “Individual” with his band on April 6.

Inside Hoot/Wisdom Recordings: Where student passion meets professional experience

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
May 17, 2024
The construction site of the SS-8 building on April 19.

Student Services undergoes summer remodel for fall semester

Laurie Mermet and Michael Cook
May 3, 2024
Mrs. Pearl headshot

Behind the breakfast station: Ms. Pearl, FAU’s adored dining hall employee

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
Adderly at Kingspoint Democratic Club Luncheon

From tragedy to triumph: The story of Raymond Adderly, incoming FAU Boca Raton campus governor

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
April 24, 2024
Exterior of the FAU police station, a police car is parked out front.

Naked man wanders across FAU campus, detained by FAU police

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
April 16, 2024
Spectators were greeted by FAU’s Astronomy Observatory, giving them facts and information about the eclipse on April 8, 2024.

Solar eclipse 2024: FAU community experiences rare phenomenon at watch event

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
Student Services Building

FAU shifts international policies in correspondence to educational-foreign relationships law

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
April 1, 2024
Joel Davis, UF professor at BOG meeting. Courtesy of TheFloridaChannel.org

Faculty from Florida universities say AI enhances teachings, interactions with students

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024
Chico Bean talking to the audience on stage at the BSU Comedy Show on February 29, 2024.

BSU hosts Chico Bean, Tyler Chronicles at annual comedy show

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
March 1, 2024
Courtesy of @stefansophia2024 Instagram page

SG election results: Stefan Andjelkovic and Sophia Lindgren win student body president and vice president

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Official logo for the State University System of Florida's Board of Governors. Screenshot courtesy of Julie Leftheris' presentation on Dec. 14, 2023.

Board of Governors confirm Interim President Stacy Volnick’s reappointment

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Tre Carroll (left) and Suron Draden (right) posing for pictures right after Carroll proposed to Draden on Delray Beach

Love beyond the buzzer: A Valentine’s Day love story

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024
The Fashion Forward models posing on the runway.

FAU’s Fashion Forward celebrates 10-year anniversary with fashion show

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
Entrance to Student Health Services.

Campus pro-choice, pro-life advocates speak out on proposed abortion rights measure

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
Social Science building

State changes to class core requirement class rankle sociology faculty

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
FAU Department of Sociology

Principles of Sociology proposed removal sparks concerns among FAU community

Laurie Mermet, Staff Writer
January 8, 2024
Protesters in opposition of HB 999

Recent bills spark outrage among FAU, FIU students

Laurie Mermet and Gabriela Quintero
November 29, 2023
Students eating and socializing at “El Apagón” BBQ on Thursday night November 9.

FAU’s ‘El Apagón’ BBQ bash: a multicultural farewell to fall 2023 semester

Laurie Mermet, Contributing Writer
November 10, 2023
Carré headlining the Miami Improv Theater.

Emmanuel Carré: From soccer scholar to stand-up star

Laurie Mermet, Contributing Writer
October 31, 2023
CHAARG members at the end of the class

New CHAARG group prioritizes gym-focused women

Laurie Mermet, Contributing Writer
October 26, 2023
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