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Breezeline prepares emerging talent for future tech careers

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Quincy, Mass., April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline , the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, is supporting key initiatives designed to develop, encourage and support emerging talent for future tech careers.

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  • Quincy, Mass., April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline , the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, is supporting key initiatives designed to develop, encourage and support emerging talent for future tech careers.
  • College Tech Competition: Breezeline is a lead sponsor of Interactive TV Works, Inc.’s tech competition for college students held twice each year.
  • More than 40 percent of students who have participated in the competitions have gone on to pursue tech careers.
  • “We are excited to support these programs because Breezeline is committed to developing new talent by mentoring students and preparing them for future careers in technology and other disciplines,” said Heather Camerano, Breezeline’s Vice President, Human Resources.

America's First Caribbean Museum Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary and Launches Giving Season Campaign

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

Starting with Island SPACE Milestones 2022, the museum will recognize some of South Florida's outstanding Caribbean trailblazers while celebrating its two-year anniversary.

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  • Starting with Island SPACE Milestones 2022, the museum will recognize some of South Florida's outstanding Caribbean trailblazers while celebrating its two-year anniversary.
  • This casually elegant event will be a night of fundraising, fashion, celebration and connection held on Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum, at the Broward Mall in Plantation.
  • For a suggested donation of $100 or above, art enthusiasts and cultural philanthropists are invited to join the celebration of Caribbean excellence.
  • The following day, Island SPACE will participate in one of the nation's foremost 24-hour annual giving events #GiveMiamiDay.

New Meta-Analysis Demonstrates “The ACUE Effect”: Quality Teaching Drives Significant and Positive Student Outcomes

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

We set out to estimate the average effect of ACUE faculty on student course outcomes.

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  • We set out to estimate the average effect of ACUE faculty on student course outcomes.
  • We found evidence of a positive average effect of ACUE and are now even more confident about the range of positive effects that we might expect from new partnerships.
  • "Today, with nearly all of our full-time faculty ACUE Certified, UA-PTC's investment in quality teaching is paying off for students and faculty.
  • About ACUE: The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is on a mission to accelerate student success, belonging, and equity through quality instruction.

Heath Foundation of South Florida invests $1 million to address region's nursing and healthcare workforce shortage

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

MIAMI, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nationwide nursing shortage persists, the Health Foundation of South Florida, the region's largest philanthropic organization focused on achieving health equity in underserved communities, announced a $1 million investment to fund expanded enrollment, scholarships and other support services for nursing and health sciences students at two local public colleges—Miami Dade College and Broward College.

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  • "We understand there are no quick or simple solutions to our region's shortage of nursing and healthcare workers.
  • A recent report by the Florida Hospital Association and Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida identified just how steep the healthcare workforce shortage is.
  • In addition, such initiatives can contribute to making the region's healthcare workforce pipeline more diverse and reflective of South Florida's communities.
  • "We are happy to partner with the Health Foundation of South Florida to serve underserved and underrepresented populations in South Florida," said Bryan Stewart, Miami Dade College, Medical Campus President.

FAU HEALTH NETWORK QUICKLY ADDS MORE PARTNERS

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Monday, June 20, 2022

"The FAU Health Network -- a true collaboration that brings together the region's already robust health care infrastructure -- will help save lives and cure diseases," said Julie Pilitsis, M.D., Ph.D., dean and vice president for medical affairs, Florida Atlantic University's Schmidt College of Medicine. "Collectively, we are stronger. Together, we will help make our community an even greater place than it is today."

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  • "The FAU Health Network -- a true collaboration that brings together the region's already robust health care infrastructure -- will help save lives and cure diseases," said Julie Pilitsis , M.D., Ph.D., dean and vice president for medical affairs, Florida Atlantic University 's Schmidt College of Medicine .
  • "Our hospital already collaborates with FAU and other area health care providers," said Lincoln Mendez, CEO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital.
  • Further, the FAU Health Network will foster a true sense of community, from the well-being of the region's front-line workforce to the quality of service delivered to patients from all walks of life.
  • Partners previously announced include: Broward College , Palm Beach State College , Memorial Healthcare System , Health Care District of Palm Beach County and Broward Health .

Step Afrika! Announces Lamar Lovelace as New Executive Director

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Step Afrika!, the Washington, D.C.-based dance company, has named arts, education and culture leader Lamar Lovelace as its new executive director, succeeding Founder C. Brian Williams.

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  • Step Afrika!, the Washington, D.C.-based dance company, has named arts, education and culture leader Lamar Lovelace as its new executive director, succeeding Founder C. Brian Williams.
  • He first joined the organization in September 2017 as deputy executive director, where he managed communications and marketing strategy, fundraising efforts and financial operations.
  • Over the last four years, Lovelace has expanded the board of the internationally celebrated dance company and has increased corporate partnerships by nearly 400%.
  • At Columbia University, he served as Director of Public Programs and Events and as Assistant Director in the Office of Community Outreach and Education.

South Florida Venture Capital Firm "Glades Capital" Announces Launch of Its First Fund

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Monday, August 2, 2021

PARKLAND, Fla., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Glades Capital announced the launch of its first fund today, aimed at investing in early-stage tech startups in the South Florida ecosystem.

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  • PARKLAND, Fla., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Glades Capital announced the launch of its first fund today, aimed at investing in early-stage tech startups in the South Florida ecosystem.
  • These include programs at Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, Nova Southeastern University, and Broward College.
  • "We are serving a very undersupplied start-up community in South Florida that requires early capital to help launch their businesses.
  • Glades Capital LLC is a venture capital firm based in Parkland, Florida.

Cambria Hotels Dives Deeper Into Florida With Fort Lauderdale Beach Debut

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Friday, July 23, 2021

ROCKVILLE, Md., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels , an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), made its official debut in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach .

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels , an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), made its official debut in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach .
  • This marks Cambria's fifth hotel inFlorida, and second hotel in the greater Fort Lauderdale metro area, joining Cambria Hotel Ft. Lauderdale, Airport South & Cruise Port .
  • Located at 2231 North Ocean Boulevard, the Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach is steps from the Atlantic Ocean, offering picturesque views and convenient access to A1A, the city's popular beachfront promenade with dining and retail options.
  • The Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach was developed by Hotel Motel Inc., owned by Jai and Jessica Motwani, experienced developers with several hotels in South Florida and the Midwest, and managed by Meyer Jabara Hotels, an award-winning hospitality and management company.

Madison Realty Capital Originates $62 Million Multi-Purpose Loan for Student Housing Accommodations Serving Five Universities in Broward County, Florida

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

University Pointe is centrally located for students in the South Florida Education Center consortium of higher education institutions, which includes Nova Southeastern University, Broward College, a University of Florida extension campus, Florida Atlantic University-Broward and McFatter Technical College.

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  • University Pointe is centrally located for students in the South Florida Education Center consortium of higher education institutions, which includes Nova Southeastern University, Broward College, a University of Florida extension campus, Florida Atlantic University-Broward and McFatter Technical College.
  • This transaction highlights Madisons ability to serve as a single-source lender and provide a hybrid bridge and construction financing solution at a competitive 4.5% rate, said Josh Zegen, Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Madison Realty Capital.
  • The immediate area is home to more than 56,000 students across five higher education institutions but lacks meaningful supply of purpose-built student housing accommodations.
  • We are pleased to support the completion and future stabilization of University Pointe, the only dedicated student housing option in the area, which will benefit both students, universities, and the surrounding community.

$1 Million Awarded for New and Innovative EMPLOYS Program; Broward College Wins Community Foundation of Broward "BE BOLD Prize"

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Friday, July 2, 2021

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A $1 million "BE BOLD Prize" aimed at getting Broward County residents back to work is being awarded to Broward College for its new and innovative EMPLOYS Program.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A $1 million "BE BOLD Prize" aimed at getting Broward County residents back to work is being awarded to Broward College for its new and innovative EMPLOYS Program.
  • Broward College forecasts that 300 to 400 participants will find new jobs through the program.
  • "The EMPLOYS Program of Broward College is the perfect combination of BOLD innovation and targeted results needed to implement the $1 million BE BOLD Prize," said Jennifer O'Flannery Anderson, President and CEO of Community Foundation of Broward.
  • About Community Foundation of Broward:
    Founded in 1984, Community Foundation of Broward (CFB) helps families, individuals, and corporations create personalized charitable Funds that deliver game-changingphilanthropic impact.