FEBRUARY 2021

4 6 7CHAMBER SUPPORTS STUDENTS FPL FURTHERS COMMITMENT NSU MUSEUM ONLINE STORE 2 www.thestudentauthority.com THE NEW NORMAL The 90-day campaign encourages local students, staff and faculty from local Broward Colleges and Universities, to eat, drink and shop locally while also taking safety precautions necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Never before has it been more important to come together to strengthen our local economy. 2020 Quote of the year : “Wear a mask” Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr. Anthony Fauci, repeatedly urging Americans to slow the spread of Covid-19. #2 “I can’t breathe.” George Floyd in his final words to Minneapolis police before he died, May 25.—The Yale Book of Quotations, Students Stimulating Small Businesses: Local Broward Students Commit to Shop Small Davie, FL, - (PR.com)-- Local businesses can pledge to commit to give an ex- clusive Student Discount this year and will be featured in our student news- paper during our Keep it in Broward campaign. Student who visit participat- ing businesses will have the chance to enter our Instagram contest to win some fun, local prizes. Local Broward busi- nesses are the heart and soul of our community and community involve- ment is a valuable tool for our local students during these tough times. This is a Double win as local businesses who are offering an exclusive student discount incentive, to our over 200,000 local students can build their business and local reputation by becoming part of a larger movement. By choosing to become a Broward Student Authority Small Business Partner your business will assume a place of leadership in the student community. In turn, you will be recognized as a supporter. Local businesses can take part in the promotion with the crea- tion of a verified student discount in the Student Newspaper. Continue on Page 4

LOCAL NEWS FEBRUARY 2 BROWARD COLLEGE RECEIVES $7.8 MIL IN FEDERALGRANTS FOR STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES Most new awards of any college or university in the nation FORT LAUDERDALE, FL As new efforts emerge to aid students financially through the COVID-19 pandemic and eliminate barriers to success, the U.S. Department of Education has awarded Broward College six federal TRIO Stu- dent Support Services (SSS) grants totaling $7.8 million over five years. The College re- ceived the most new awards of any college or university in the United States during the grant competition. The six grants will serve students in the fol- lowing areas: VOTED :Best local spot for a Date Night unique food vendors -brewery-live music-weekend brunch  A. Hugh Adams Central Campus  Judson A. Samuels South Campus  North Campus  Students with Disabilities  English Language Learners  Health Sciences Pathway The SSS grants will fund projects that will aim to increase the retention and graduation rates of first-generation college students, low-income students, and students with a disability. Partici- pants will receive various academic and social support services to help them transition to and succeed at Broward College. Among them, guidance and advising, tutoring and supple- mental instruction, financial aid advising, finan- cial and economic literacy counseling, and ca- reer and transfer advising. New Exhibit on Gathering Places in Black Communities The SSS grants will also provide financial sub- Spotlights Broward's Historic Sistrunk Neighborhood sidies for eligible students, including, but not limited to, paying for books, transportation, and BROWARD COUNTY, Fla., Dec. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Featuring works by Black artists industry certification fees. Each project will and designers, the new exhibition The Porch is the Tree is the Watering Hole is a dynamic serve 140 students, except for the Students exploration of space and community within the African Diaspora. Through the lenses of art, with Disabilities and Health Sciences, which are architecture, photography and poetry, the exhibition examines concepts of community and expected to serve between 100 and 120 stu- life in Sistrunk, a historically Black neighborhood in Broward County, FL. dents, respectively. The exhibition is on view at the African American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650 With classes and coursework being conducted Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, through May 2021. remotely this fall at Broward College, the SSS projects are even more critical. The projects “As Black communities become increasingly marginalized, it is were designed similar to the College's success- important to be reminded of traditions that have brought people ful Get REAL! Program that provides holistic together for centuries. Whether it be a backyard cookout, Sunday support and services to students to motivate church service or a casual gathering under a tree, connection has them towards the successful completion of their always been at the center of the Black community.” post-secondary education. Artists/designers Germane Barnes, Darius V. Daughtry, David I. Muir, Adler Guer- \"Broward College is proud to serve many stu- rier, Olalekan Jeyifous, Adrienne Chadwick, Marlene Brunot and George Gadson were in- dents driven to overcome obstacles to achiev- vited to explore the Sistrunk neighborhood to better understand the relationship its residents ing their academic goals,\" said Gregory Adam have with the built environment. Through art and design conceived or reimagined for this Haile, J.D., president, Broward College. \"We show, they present a tapestry of work reflecting past and present realities. are focused on creating an environment where all of our students can succeed regardless of The exhibition is free and open to the public by reservation on Thursday and Saturdays their challenges. The Student Support Services from 11AM-2PM. Reserve admission here or call 954-357-7457 projects incorporate highly successful 'best practice' strategies so that we can strengthen our holistic approach to alleviating the educa- tional barriers and obstacles facing so many of our students.\"

LOCAL NEWS FEBRUARY 23 Broward Students on the Frontline: Local Broward Student Street Team. Businesses need people in the streets shouting out there brand and pumping their products - they need us. Local student are putting on their superhero branding capes and storming the streets in ways that are unexpected, enlightening and maybe a little weird. Our caped (or T-shirt- wearing) crusaders take to the beach, malls, go-to spots, to breezeways and thoroughfares, meeting the people who could ultimately become your customers. Every person on our street team is an ambassador of your brand. While we are on the streets, we work for your company. Our goal is to, tell everyday students how awesome you are, star in a few selfies, and bring your business to a whole new level of social shareability. We operate in busy places, stopping the hustle and bustle of the campus just long enough to make peo- ple want to know more about your brand. Thanks to our face-to-face, first- hand interactions with stu- dents, they will walk away feeling like they already know you. That is where brand loyalty begins.. It is all about hiding in plain sight. Well, sort of. You see, we really do not hide, but we cer- tainly are in plain sight. We find the busiest campus area intersections, the most bustling area, the official go-to spots. And then, we set up shop. On the street, online, in the DM’s and behind the scenes, our people are upbeat and switched on. From campaign conception to im- plementation to completion, The Student Au- thority understands the need for enthusiasm in marketing. Enthusiasm is the single most im- portant factor in successful selling. So, when your audience perceives that the people be- hind your brand are insanely motivated and creative, they assume not only that you love what you do, but that what you do is worth loving. And yes, enthusiasm is contagious. Pass it on. We are unapologetically awesome at what we do. complete with creative local students who have the drive to tell your consumers why they should love you. We are a fearless crew that does not back down from any marketing showdown. We have the energy, excitement and experience to prove what we say! For each new client, no matter how simple or in-depth, we provide training to outline brand ambassador responsibilities and provide specific talking points to ensure interactions are consistent and get your message across. If you are like most people you receive a barrage of digital advertisements every day in your search results, your inbox and on your social timelines. This oversaturation of digital materials makes it difficult for brands to cut through the clutter and show their value, even for organizations with enormous advertising budgets. However, this is a more effective way to cut through that clutter and create a buzz about your brand and engage po- tential clients by using the power of human engagement. Human engagement is the key to creating an effective street team campaign, however, it does not really matter if people do not complete the call-to-action. In the marketing world, we refer to this as lead capture, and it is the focal point of all our street team marketing efforts. Let us say you are trying to get people into your restaurant, we make sure our staff has a valid E-mail for future marketing and a special offer with urgency and directions to the restaurant. Are you ready to see how we can capture the attention of your audience?

Local Broward Students Commit to Shop Small Broward businesses step up to the plate ALL DISCOUNTS ARE VALID FOR ALL STUDENTS, STAFF AND FACULTY AT: BROWARD COLLEGE - NOVA SOUTHEASTERN - FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY - MIAMI DADE COLLEGE - FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY Look for our decal at: participating businesses Businesses that take the pledge and offer an exclusive student discount will receive varying levels of exposure to over 200,000 students staff and faculty in the Student Newspaper, on The Student Authority website and on all our social channels, as well as opportunities to share that they’ve taken the pledge and are a part of this campaign. Small businesses are the backbone of our community, and we’re so thrilled to be able to build new relationships with these businesses and support them in their endeavors on Shop Broward and beyond. So far, about 250 compa- nies are participating, offering a variety of student/campus discounts. These companies range from breweries, wineries and coffee shops to gift shops, inns and recreational sites like paintball, go-kart racing and outdoor-gear rentals. In an era of quickie delivery from online stores, making face-to-face purchases at local shops takes extra effort. Here is the psychology of the student discount: Students end up spending more money and are more inclined to visit, if you know you’re going to get a student discount. It’s not just a way to get people to the door ... for increased foot traffic and increased cash spending, it’s to stimulate our local economy. This is a great opportunity to benefit student, staff, faculty and businesses like yours. With the cost of tuition, many students are faced with tough financial burdens while attending school. This year, working with The Student Authority, we will be offering space in the student newspa- per a to our local merchants who would like to help out Broward college students, faculty, and staff save money on goods and services that they use frequently. Local business owners are offering unique offers like an exclusive Mid-Week Special for students and staff. Or a buy one get one free (to bring in new customers). Some are good for the whole year and some are designated for one day of the week. One of many incentives for local businesses: “Any discount given under the Broward Student Discount umbrella counts as a generalized marketing expense” which means it counts for a tax write off. Our network of local businesses gives Broward college students the opportunity to experience your product or service at a savings advan- tage; you determine your own discount offer. It can be good for the whole year or designated for one day of the week. Our newspaper is “the independent student voice” and serves Broward’s diverse student body of over 67,000 and local businesses that want to reach and engage our readership that includes students, faculty, administrators, trustees, parents, alumni and local residents. Our team is comprised of a very di- verse group of local student representatives and Chamber of Commerce professionals. We have over 200 loyal local businesses which also serve as a distribution network with newspaper racks and thereby expanding our reach within the community. This year we are providing another opportunity to local businesses. We are working with The Greater South Florida Chamber of Commerce to promote our local businesses at off campus events at venues like BB&T Center, Pembroke Pines City Center, Westfield Broward Mall are just a few, where we will be promoting our student friendly businesses to our local communities, offering information, giveaways, coupons, samples and more! The student reps help you work the crowd, give away prizes, take photos and collect student info. These events are a great opportu- nity for you to showcase your business, and meet and greet the university community. The Student Authority (TSA) achieved several milestones in its 17 years and has become the largest local student discount network in the state with over 6000 daily viewers and over 250 local participating businesses. Local Broward students, staff and faculty benefit from hundreds of student discounts that is locally available, ranging from dining out, nightlife all the way through to fitness and beauty. TSA has partnered with hundreds of locally owned small businesses, and several national retailers appealing to the student market. TSA business model is to provide students with what they want how they want it…..a great way of saving money in the current economic climate the Continue Next Page

STUDENT DISCOUNTS FEBRUARY 25 enormous demand for local student discounts during this pandemic has lifted TSA to an essential level which, is great news for local busi- nesses. This allows local Broward business owners to boost sales from local students delivering increased foot traffic as they shop. Our state of the art innovative website is just the latest addition to a pivoting year and 2021 is all about introducing students across Broward to some im- pressive savings by shopping local. Perhaps you’d like to join the team as a contributor? Not only will you see your work published, you will also have the opportunity to feature as contributor of the month on the homepage of our website. We are only a message away. Phase four has launched: The student sales rep pro- gram\\ utilizing Face book and API technology to power the Student Sales Rep program TSA Student Sales Reps earn a weekly paycheck and some great perks; a great way for students to socialize and earn money. The Student Authority has exceeded every expectation since 2003 and has achieved huge growth within the company and is now supported by Katz College Media. We chased down every local student discounts in Broward. We have recruited local young, talented and dedicated new employees; the new recruits have introduced and implemented innovation giving the company a greater ethos. www.thestudentauthority.com is not only the fastest growing student website but it also powers the Student Newspaper. Writing this article gives me great joy and satisfaction, because for the past 9 months here at TSA, we have been working day in and day out to update South Florida’s only Student Discount Website. The most jam-packed, state of the art, strictly local student discount website for Bro- ward Students By Broward Students; TheStudentAuthority.com. We have had so much fun putting together this New Normal Edition of the Student Newspaper, and hope you enjoy it. If there is a specific topic, you would like us to discuss in the student newspaper why not send us a message on Instagram @ browardcollegestudentdiscounts. We have an exciting and dynamic year ahead with one clear goal: getting students on-board.” If you’re a business looking to offer a discount for Broward students, staff and faculty, contact us at : Business Office: 954-825-3527 or Email Us: [email protected]

Greater South Florida Chamber of Commerce Partners with the Student Authority's mission to stimulate local businesses South Florida's 2nd largest regional chamber is offering exclusive space at local expos for student friendly businesses. Huge event scheduled for 2021 BB&T, Westfield Broward Mall, plus much more! Maybe it is a half-priced soft lunch, a discounted oil change or reduced-price jet ski rentals. No matter what your business can offer, the Broward Stu- dent Authority Discount Program wants to work with you. The goal of the discount program is to incorporate the Broward business community with our local campuses from Coconut Creek to Davie. With the help of the Greater South Florida Chamber of Commerce, this program will not only give students discounts, it will also stimulate our local Broward economy by bringing more local students to local businesses. Participating businesses will be promoted in advertisements around campus in the student newspaper and on the Chamber website. Businesses also will be provided with a Student Authority logo to display in their storefronts. If you are a student and would like to request that a business be included in our program, please contact us. If you are interested in becoming one of our partners, please contact the TSA office at 954-825-3527 by email at [email protected]. In a recent study, students from South Florida colleges and universities were asked if they were interested in staying in South Florida after graduation. Their answer was “no.” However, when they were asked, “What if you were offered a good paying job from your internship employer?” Without hesita- tion, the answer was “yes.” This is good news for employers. The number one issue raised by Greater South Florida Chamber of Commerce member employers is the workforce pipeline. Like other college towns, we must work hard to retain our college students after graduation. Studies show that the best practice for talent retention is connecting students to employers through internships. Even better news for the region’s employers, a robust col- lege community of 1more than a dozen area colleges and universities enrolls more than 200,000 students annually. Chamber involvement allows col- leges to keep students and alumni informed of areas where worker needs are greatest, so that they can provide appropriate academic and career ad- vising. Colleges can promote internship experiences for their students by connecting businesses to students eager to learn, and provide a potential conduit for permanent employment—a winning scenario for both parties. These Chamber efforts help to fill the workforce pipeline and prepare the next generation of leaders for successful careers in every industry. Our goal in all these efforts is to fully leverage the our local colleges and university students to grow and strengthen our city and regional economy. In doing so, we will create future employees, business owners, homeowners, and leaders for South Florida from South Florida.

FPL COMMITMENT FEBRUARY 27 FPL FURTHERS COMMITMENT TO GETTING FLORIDIANS BACK TO WORK AMID COVID-19 WITH $1 MILLION GIFT FOR LAPTOPS FOR THOUSANDS OF STUDENTS WHO ENROLL IN STATE COLLEGES Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced today a $1 million donation to buy more than 1,600 laptops for students to use in rapid credentialing programs to obtain the skills they need to get back to work amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The donation will cover around 400 laptops at Broward College, 500 at Miami Dade College (MDC), 445 laptops at Palm Beach State College, and 300 at the State College of Florida (SCF), Manatee-Sarasota. The colleges expect there to be enough laptops for every student who enrolls in the rapid credential programs. FPL and Broward College hope this announcement will entice individuals to enroll in school to help them prepare for their careers. Broward College has seen about a 15 percent decline in overall enrollment that, to a great extent, is due to the pandemic, the need for social distancing, and moving to remote or online teaching. “At FPL, we’re continuing to do everything we can to support our customers and communities during this unprecedented time,” said Eric Silagy, president and CEO of FPL. “Workforce devel- opment is critical to the future of our state’s economy, and we believe the rapid credentialing programs will have a significant impact on the lives of many Floridians. Unfortunately, not eve- ryone has access to these programs because a technology gap has formed, in many cases be- cause of a financial setback. This initiative will help break down that barrier to opportunity.” FPL’s donation comes on the heels of Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Edu- cation launch of the Get There Florida initiative, in which they raised awareness of rapid cre- dentialing programs. “Since taking office, workforce development has been a top priority of my administration, and during the pandemic, a lot of students have encountered challenges accessing the technology they need to complete their courses,” said DeSantis. “I set a goal to make Florida the best state in the nation for workforce development by 2030, and this generous donation of more than 1,600 laptops from FPL for use in rapid credentialing programs will help keep us on track for that goal. I look forward to the state’s continued partnership with the private sector and our ca- reer and technical education centers, and Florida colleges to help put students interested in high-value career and technical education programs on a path to success.” Broward College plans to provide the laptops with a focus on Rapid Credential students in Bro- ward UP zip codes. Broward UP improves access to higher education for residents in six Bro- ward County zip codes, with disproportionately high unemployment rates, low education attain- ment, and low household income. Eligible students are: Pursuing technical certificates, CE Health Science certification courses, and Select CE certifica- tion courses Currently enrolled Rapid Credential students who are closer to completing in Spring term Broward College students who meet these requirements can apply to receive a laptop here. “The COVID-19 pandemic has materially impaired the lives of our most vulnerable students,” said Broward College President Gregory Adam Haile, J.D. “Despite job loss, mounting bills, and an environment requiring social distancing, many students sustain the courage and will to trans- form their lives via a quality educational opportunity provided by Broward College. In this re- mote learning environment, a lack of technology could make such transformation unattainable. Broward College is grateful to FPL for their technological support. Because of FPL, students will have the tools to persevere and transform their lives.” The programs offer students an opportunity to obtain high-value technical certificates and certi- fications in industries including advanced manufacturing, transportation and logistics, health- care and information technology often in 20 weeks or less. “More than half of our students are low-income and some of them may not have access to es- sential learning tools, such as a computer and internet. This gift of a free laptop can potentially make a huge impact in their lives and success,” said Miami Dade College Interim President Ro- lando Montoya. “The hope is that students, upon completion of the program, would then go on and use this laptop as they join the workforce or return to college to continue their education.” MDC’s Kick-Start Your Career program, which offers unique certificates in high-demand fields, launched this past summer during the pandemic and the college has seen enrollment double since then. \"Palm Beach State's partnership with FPL is rooted in our shared commitment to serving our community,\" said Palm Beach State College President Ava L. Parker, J.D. \"By providing laptops to students in need, FPL is granting our students access to one indispensable tool that will transform their ability to effectively engage toward their academic success.\" Palm Beach State College student Trace Tidwell, a Marine veteran and Palm Beach County Water Utilities intern, turned to the Department of Veterans Affairs at the beginning of the pan- demic for help in buying a better laptop for remote learning. He said a laptop will not only help for class, but in applying for jobs. \"A lot of the students have a laptop that’s 5-7 years old. It was a hand-me-down from a sister or brother who went to college, and now they’re struggling with it,” Tidwell said. “If you sit down at a school computer or at another that’s not your own, you're subject to the time you have right then and there. A resume is ever-changing. With your own laptop, you can update it anytime, or you could see a job opening posted somewhere and apply right away. A computer is a very valuable tool.\" SCF President Dr. Carol F. Probstfeld added: “With the scholarships, career coaching and now free laptops from FPL, our students have a wonderful opportunity to be rapidly credentialed. This initiative will help our students enter new occupations or advance their existing careers.”

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NSU ART MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE STORE Every purchase helps support the Museum’s exhibitions and education programs January 2021 – NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale has launched a new online store that makes shopping for unique and artful gifts easier than ever. Accessible at nsuartmuseum.org, the online store offers an exciting array of specially curated items from fun stocking stuffers to exclusive limited editions and designs. All purchases directly support NSU Art Museum’s exhibitions and education pro- grams. “Because of Covid, we accelerated all our virtual programming and services and the online store is now one of ways that we can better connect with and serve our ever-expanding audience,” said Bonnie Clearwater, NSU Art Museum director and chief curator. “We have also been well aware of the economic hardships that so many in our creative community have been facing this year and have increased the number of items we feature in the Museum Store by local artists and makers.” The store’s delightful selection of merchandise is curated to enhance the overall Museum experience and includes handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and textiles, distinctive accessories for home and office, toys, puzzles, t-shirts, handbags, limited edition art books for children and adults and exhibition catalogues. Shipping is available on all purchases. NSU Art Museum members receive 10% off on their purchases as well as a 20% discount during members double discount days. Through the Museum’s New Members Portal (accessible at nsuartmuseum.org with password), members also receive special advance access to new shipments of high-demand items such as KAWS Companion vinyl toys and other collectibles. Beginning in February, members will have first dibs on an exciting selection of limited edition designs by Anna Sui, whose much-anticipated retrospective exhibi- tion and pop-up shop will be at NSU Art Museum from February 28 through September 19, 2021. To become an NSU Art Museum member, visit nsuartmuseum.org/join NSU Art Museum is located at 1 East Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL. For additional information, visit nsuartmuseum.org or call 954-525-5500. Connect with the Museum on social media @nsuartmuseum