FAU is experiencing an exciting period of growth with new facilities like the on-campus stadium and dorms opening in 2011 and the establishment of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. Alumni are encouraged to get involved and take advantage of membership benefits by joining the FAU National Alumni Association, which represents the university's growing alumni community and aims to advance FAU's goals through programs and services. Membership provides access to events like the tailgate party before home football games and discounts on food, retail items, travel, and more.