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Hispanics' Consumer Confidence Declines in Fourth Quarter
Hispanics in the United States did not end 2020 with an optimistic view of their financial situations.
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FAU Announces 2021 'Frontiers in Science' Public Lecture Series
FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Science will host its 2021 "Frontiers in Science" series with eight different virtual lectures on Fridays, beginning Jan. 15 through April 23.
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'Hail to the Queen' - Saving the Caribbean Queen Conch
The world's leading expert on queen conch aquaculture who is a scientist at FAU's Harbor Branch has published a comprehensive, step-by-step manual to culture and restore the revered Caribbean queen conch.
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FAU Names Dean for College of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Florida Atlantic University has announced Naelys Luna, Ph.D. as its founding dean of the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University.
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FAU Hospitality Expert: Pent-Up Demand Could Buoy Cruise Lines in 2021
The hospitality and tourism industry will lead Florida out of the coronavirus pandemic starting in 2021, but a full recovery likely will take years.
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South Florida Homebuyers Bear Burden of Keeping Prices Within Reach
South Florida homes remain significantly overpriced but not as much as they were during the summer, according to a study from researchers at Florida Atlantic and Florida International universities.
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FAU Grad, Entrepreneur Passionate About Helping People
Hannah Herbst has accomplished more than some do in a lifetime -all before turning 20 years old.
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FAU Celebrates Fall 2020 Graduates
Florida Atlantic University will confer more than 2,900 degrees for the fall 2020 semester in a special virtual ceremony.
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Restaurant Franchisors May Regret Sweetheart Deals to Grow Businesses
Restaurant franchisors should think twice about loosening contract terms and lowering fees to expand operations during a recession, according to researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools.
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FAU Offers K-12 Teachers Free Course on Tips to Teach Online
To address the many challenges of teaching during the pandemic, FAU's College of Education is offering a free eight-hour online certificate course for K-12 teachers to assist them with teaching online.