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Miuccio Named Boca Raton Chief of Police

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Interim Police Chief Michele Miuccio has been promoted to Police Chief. Chief Miuccio, who has extensive law enforcement experience, has been with the department for over 30 years. During Chief Miuccio’s tenure with the Boca Raton Police Department, she has had progressive responsibility serving as an officer, detective, sergeant, captain, assistant chief, deputy chief and most recently, interim police chief. According to City Manager Leif Ahnell, Chief Miuccio has the experience and proven expertise for the job.

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Former FAU Dean, Gary Luing, Passes Away Story on Page 10 Gary Luing, Ph.D., former dean of Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business and Public Administration, died this month at his home in Lake Wales. He was 82. Luing’s wife of 65 years, Sherry, said he was trading stocks, one of his favorite pastimes in retirement, when he suffered a heart attack. “It was just his time,” she said. “He was a man of great integrity and honor, and a family man who trusted God. That’s the best legacy you can have.” Luing was appointed dean at age 32 in 1969, at that time becoming the youngest in Florida to serve in the post. In 1971, Luing and Darab Unwalla, Ph.D., started an executive master’s program in business administration, one of the first in the country. Luing built the foundation that later propelled the college to establish itself as a national brand. In the early 1980s, Luing oversaw the then-College of Business and Public Administration’s first accreditation by the American Assembly of Colleges

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Florida Atlantic University’s Cane Institute for Advanced Technologies at A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) and FAU High School is doing its part to help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) by creating 3D printed personal protective equipment (PPE).

• The Achievement Centers for Children and Families (ACCF), established in 1969 and serves 900 local children and families annually from three locations in Delray Beach, reports overwhelming response to its meal program that launched on March 23. The organization has partnered with local restaurants and community agencies to provide breakfast, lunch and dinner to local families. Thus far, they have been able to provide 3500 meals, including 1100 dinners, 900 lunches & 1500 breakfasts and, last Friday, were able to provide two rolls of toilet paper to each family. • Farm Share, one of Florida’s leading food nonprofits, in partnership with Miami Marlins Foundation and Ark of the City are teaming up to host a distribution of food and supplies to South Floridians with food security needs during the coronavirus pandemic. The abrupt and ongoing interruption of business in various industries caused by COVID-19 has increased demand for food distributions to support Floridians. With the help of the Miami Marlins Foundation and Ark of The City, Farm Share is slated to feed 500 local households on Wednesday, April 15. • In response to the “stay at home” orders affecting so many worldwide, The Unicorn Children’s Foundation is pivoting to provide virtual supports and resources to people with special needs and their families. The Foundation is seeking partners to provide virtual programs to a population who typically suffer from social isolation. Now is the time to take advantage of technology and ensure families have access to information, guidance, learning, and social opportunities. • Just one day before receiving a letter from the City of Boca Raton that announced the closure of all nonessential and commercial businesses until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, Florida Atlantic University merchandise store, It’s Owl Time, officially announced it would be permanently closing its store near the middle of May. • As Florida Atlantic University has al-

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ready announced that classes will continue to remain online throughout the Spring 2020 semester, an email was sent today to all students, professors, and other faculty on behalf of the Office of the Provost, that “students now have the option to change grading in most courses from letter grades to a Pass/Fail grade.” • The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced Florida will pilot a program for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to purchase groceries online with the use of an EBT card. SNAP participants are automatically eligible to participate in this program and do not need to apply. • The Early Learning Coalition is seeking assistance in helping child care centers serving emergency personnel, and essential workers obtain the necessary supplies they need to stay open safely. During this time of need, The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County has generously received a donation of $10,000 in highly coveted hand sanitizer from the Medical Group of South Florida. • Officials at Boca Raton Regional Hospital today announced the appointment of KerryAnn McDonald, MD, to the medical staff of the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute (LWHWI) and BocaCare® Physician Network. She specializes in benign and malignant breast disease. • Art enthusiasts can expect to be moved this fall by three exhibits that cover a range of topics including sexual assault and its effect on victims. The exhibits, which will be displays at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus and The Gallery at Lake Worth Campus, showcase stories, ideas and perceptions through paintings, drawings, photography, graphic design and more. They are free and open to the public and feature artwork created by PBSC students and community artists. • Baptist Health South Florida is once again the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News & World Report with 32 high-performing awards in 14 types of care. Boca Raton Regional Hospital is once again the highest-ranked hospital.

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Community District Approves Initial Budget for Ocean Strand

The Greater Boca Raton Beach and Parks District took two significant steps on Monday toward making the Ocean Strand park a reality. District commissioners voted unanimously to dedicate $75,000 to begin the conversion of the Ocean Strand property, located on A1A and stretching from the intracoastal waterway to the beach, into a passive public park. “We can’t wait to get started on Ocean Strand,” Commission Chair Susan Vogelgesang said. “Community input will be paramount.” Initial development will include clearing of the land, installation of benches, and the creation of walking trails. Eventually the project could include kayak launches and restroom facilities. The initial development phase is designed to have Ocean Strand open to the public within six months of its start date. That date remains in flux as the District adheres to Governor Rick DeSantis’ recommendations regarding COVID-19 precautions. To ensure Ocean Strand remains

a public park for future generations, Commissioners also voted unanimously to adopt a declaration stating that the property can’t be developed commercially. “Ocean Strand is a beautiful piece of land that the entire Boca Raton community deserves to enjoy,” Commissioner Steven Engel said. “Our job as Commissioners is to preserve such wonderful properties for generations to come. This declaration is a means of ensuring Ocean Strand’s public use for future generations.” Monday’s meeting marked a first for the District. Commissions “appeared” at the meeting via the teleconferencing app Zoom as part of the District’s firstever public meeting conducted virtually. The public was able listen to the meeting via Zoom or watch the meeting on the District’s YouTube channel. Residents had the opportunity to comment by having their emails read aloud during the meeting. Those who called into the meeting also had the opportunity to deliver their audio comments live during the meeting.

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Palm Beach County Tax Collector Anne Gannon to Reopen Delray Beach Office April 27

Constitutional Tax Collector Anne M. Gannon today announced a critical first step toward reopening the agency’s offices. The Tax Collector’s Office at 501 South Congress Avenue in Delray Beach will reopen Monday, April 27th, 2020, for clients with driver license appointments only. “In many cases people need a valid driver license as a condition of employment or to apply for financial assistance,” said Gannon. “This service is essential to helping the community and our economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.” The Delray Beach office will operate with a reduced staff Monday through Friday from 8:15AM to 4:20PM. Only Palm Beach County residents with scheduled driver license appointments will be admitted into the office. Walk-in clients will not be admitted, and no other tax collector services will be provided. “Clients must wear their own face mask or cloth face covering for service,” said Gannon. “We will also be working with security to ensure proper social distancing protocols are being followed.” Clients with driver license appointments should note the following: Clients will not be allowed to sit in the lobby to wait for their appointment. For this reason, clients are asked to arrive no more than 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment. To avoid overcrowding, only the individual with the scheduled appointment will be admitted into the office.

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Clients are urged not to bring family members or friends to their appointment. The agency will not supply face masks or hand sanitizer to the public. Clients must wear their own face covering and are strongly urged to bring their own hand sanitizer. Contactless payment methods such Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay are encouraged. A contactless payment is made by placing a smartphone or contactless pay-enabled credit or debit card near the payment keypad, rather than swiping or inserting a card. Gannon said the agency is taking additional steps to balance the safety of employees and clients including the installation of plexiglass barriers in all its service centers. Barriers have been designed and ordered, but due to high demand, the agency does not have a delivery date. “The barriers are one more measure I am taking to protect the health of our employees and the public,” said Gannon. “As soon as we receive them, we will have them installed in every tax collector office.” “I plan to reopen other tax collector offices over the next two weeks with limited in-person service,” added Gannon. “We will turn away clients whose transaction can be completed online or by mail. We must do everything we can limit exposure and stop the spread of illness in our community.” For more information, clients may call the Tax Collector’s Office at 561355-2264 Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Updates will be posted at www. pbctax.com [pbctax.com] and on Twitter and Instagram (@TAXPBC).

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FAU Greek life raising money for COVID-19 relief The Coronavirus pandemic has prompted students involved in Greek Life at FAU to not only raise money for their own organization’s philanthropy, but has united all four Greek councils at the university together as they all benefited the Tampa General Hospital Foundation as a group. The four Greek councils at FAU, the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the College Panhellenic Association (CPA), the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), and the National PanHellenic Council (NPHC), have already raised almost $1500 that will go toward supplying face masks, gloves and other materials needed to assist nurses and doctors, as well as even helping them pay personal finances, such as food and rent. “Philanthropy is such an important part of our community and what better way to include our community in something as prevalent as this,” IFC President Logan Kramer said. “I am lucky to have a great connection with Tampa General Hospital and we saw the immediate need for funding.” Before deciding on Tampa General Hospital, the four Greek Councils at FAU looked at all possible options, including partnering with local Boca Raton hospitals. Nevertheless, according to Kramer, the process to partner with a local hospital would have taken around three weeks. With Kramer’s prior connection to John Couris, Tampa General Hospital’s President and CEO, the process only took three days, which is when IFC Vice President of Philanthropy Enrique Barrios then officially created the COVID-19 Relief philanthropy on April 13. Between donations made on the fundraising website, Crowd Change, the money transfer application, Venmo, and even directly to the Tampa General Hospital Foundation, Kramer has been push-

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ing the philanthropy through the other 400 plus organizations at the university as well, leaving Couris to be “absolutely speechless.” “Young people have so much going on in their lives between school, social life, work, and then to stop and think about the community, or the state in this case, is outstanding,” Couris said. “It shows you the type of character that’s built through Greek life.” With donations continuing to increase daily, Greek life students have also been posting templates on social media to encourage anyone to donate and even if it’s just helping a doctor obtain a N95 Respirator Mask, it could go a long way in saving a life. “With any philanthropy, you have to be passionate and present, which is what drove me to put this whole thing together,” Barrios said. “We are in a period of containment, but that does not mean we can’t still do more and that was my primary motivation.” Even though Kramer and Barrios will donate the total amount of money collected through Crowd Change and Venmo on April 27 when spring semester classes at FAU officially end, the philanthropy will remain accepting donations for the foreseeable future. Couris, who has been in the healthcare industry for nearly 30 years, expects the peak of the virus to reach Florida by May 3, but as donations continue to help the doctors and nurses perform their duties, he is optimistic by June 1 that “we should start seeing a drop off.” “When my hospital is on the west coast and [FAU] is on the east coast, it’s really touching and goes to show you that our state is a total community,” Couris said. “Florida Atlantic University through their Greek life has really stepped up and every single dollar counts.”

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Miuccio Named Boca Raton Chief Boca Chamber Announces Moving Business Forward Initiative of Police Interim Police Chief Michele Miuccio has been promoted to Police Chief. Chief Miuccio, who has extensive law enforcement experience, has been with the department for over 30 years. During Chief Miuccio’s tenure with the Boca Raton Police Department, she has had progressive responsibility serving as an officer, detective, sergeant, captain, assistant chief, deputy chief and most recently, interim police chief. According to City Manager Leif Ahnell, Chief Miuccio has the experience and proven expertise for the job. “While serving as the Interim

Police Chief for the past five months, Michele’s steadfast leadership has provided consistency in the department’s mission and service,” said Ahnell. “I’m confident the police department will continue to thrive and grow under her direction as Chief.” “I’m humbled by the opportunity to serve in this position and work alongside the dedicated men and women who keep Boca Raton safe and protect our residents,” said Miuccio. “Together, we can make one of the finest police agencies even better.” Chief Miuccio’s promotion is effective Monday, April 27, 2020.

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The Boca Chamber announces its Moving Business Forward initiative. The Boca Chamber has begun efforts to identify what business looks like during COVID-19 recovery and the reopening of the economy, all while maintaining the health and safety of all residents. Reopening business and staying safe will be a delicate balance and will require the collaborative efforts of both the private and public sectors. The Moving Business Forward Initiative will bring together the brightest business minds to work with local governments – leaders across industry sectors will provide input and insight into this process. Along with data from the healthcare experts, the Chamber will be using information gathered through surveys from the business community to serve as a guide to restarting our region’s economy. “A restart will require methodical planning for potentially new processes, mandates or limitations for which there

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simply isn’t an example to refer to. We must move forward so that we can return to work and restart the economy. As we transition, we know there are measures we will need to take to protect public health while reopening vital economic sectors”, stated CEO & President of The Boca Chamber, Troy M. McLellan. As part of this new initiative, The Chamber sent a letter to the Palm Beach County Administrator and Commission as well as the City Administrators and Council/Commission for Boca Raton and Boynton Beach offering to be a partner and valued resource as they begin to plan what returning to work will look like. In response to this outreach – The City of Boca Raton held a press conference today at 11:00 am at Boca Raton City Hall. The press conference addressed a coordinated and regional approach to reopening the economy. Mayor Singer, was joined by Major Rondeau from the Florida Wildlife Commission (FWC) and Troy McLellan of the Boca Chamber.

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Stay Home This Sunday, God can Hear you From There The marquis at the church on Military Trail in Boynton Beach read “Jesus rode into Jerusalem on an ass. Keep yours home.” While the language may be somewhat unorthodox coming from a church, perhaps, just maybe, that is the only way to get some people to understand the meaning of “practice social distancing” during this coronavirus pandemic. For the last three weeks medical experts and our elected leaders have been warning us to avoid public gatherings, and if we have to be out, keep six feet away from others in hopes of keeping us safe and healthy. Still, we are seeing and hearing the stories of those religious leaders who continue to defy these orders. As the world goes darker, we know the light shines brighter and we need God more now than ever. No one is saying stop worship, just simply, do not congregate. Last weekend, we observed Easter and Passover. The religious services historically are a magnet for worshippers in many churches and synagogues, and just the thought of an outbreak makes me nervous. Reverends, pastors, ministers, rabbis and other faith leaders, a key element of your religion is to obey the law and care for

others. You can send a clear and powerful message about your faith and values by respecting the social distance order, therefore protecting each other — and the public at large — from sickness or death. Several members of the clergy have vowed to hold public services, regardless of the consequences. One congregation in San Diego, California, has asked a federal judge to allow them to meet on Easter Sunday in their vehicles despite the County’s stay at home order. Parishioners maintain that the order violates the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment because it places more stringent restrictions on the church than those placed on secular businesses. Yes, it is a thin line between religion and state. However, when does common sense prevail? Just like holy water is not a hand sanitizer, prayer is not a vaccine. As many of you know, I am not a fan of government intrusion. However, we are in a unique situation and it is the government’s responsibility to make sure that all people are safe Most houses of worships are demonstrating the kind of leadership we need, they are embracing technology despite the frustrating limitations, and are offering their

members the opportunity to worship virtually. As I pen this column, I am watching an internationally-known pastor deliver his message to an empty sanctuary. Guess what, the impact of his message was not altered and him being virtual, allowed the gospel to reach many across the world. Other pastors have given new meaning to the term, “Necessity is the mother of inventions,” by taking creative measures such as requiring congregants to wear protective gear including hazmat suits when coming to church or offering drivethru benedictions. Still, there are some who, hide under the cloak of the First Amendment, arguing that a church should have reasonable accommodations to serve God according to their conscience. Say what? Their motives are mixed – some, it is greed, some are misguided and others are simply wacked. One local pastor, after holding services online two Sundays ago, complained that he did not make enough money from the offering. So, instead of bolstering digital tithes and offering from his parishioners, they went back to meeting this past Sunday. Another pastor held drive-in

services where attendees stayed in their cars and listened as they would at a drive-in movie theatre. While tha is creative and a bit safer, it is still risky. This is a pandemic and people are fearful and looking to their faith leaders for guidance. If you continue to flounce orders for selfish reasons, where is your sense of responsibility? Is that sound leadership and good judgment? Your parishioners may not succumb to the illness but they could pass the virus along to others. Your selfish actions could literally kill people pastor. Some have even suggested that people should stay in their lanes, as one Orlando pastor told critics, “Mind your own business.” What he and all the other recalcitrant faith leaders fail to realize is that ensuring the health and safety of those among us in this pandemic is the responsibility of everyone. It is everyone’s business pastor. I know for many, the house of worship is an oasis of calm and comfort during this period when our world is in chaos. Come on people, let common sense prevail please!

POSITIVE LIVING By Robert J. Tamasy

Making Your Mark Through Mentoring, Part 2 In last week’s edition I introduced the idea of making a difference – making your mark in the world – through a highly relational, mutually beneficial approach to mentoring. This week I wrap up this discussion, citing additional principles that David A. Stoddard and I developed in our book, The Heart of Mentoring: Ten Proven Principles for Developing People to Their Fullest Potential. As I mentioned, this differs from the typical approach to mentoring in which two individuals are assigned to each other, whether they like it or not. In our view, the best mentoring involves a more seasoned mentor working with a “mentoring partner,” both of them learning from one another. Here are some other basic principles for this approach, along with biblical foundations that support them: Effective mentoring involves charac-

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ter building. Skill training and exchange of knowledge can be part of the mentoring process, but it should also aim for the development of the entire person, including character building and imparting values that govern their lives. To be most effective, the mentor must serve as an example of living out these traits. “Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me – put into practice” (Philippians 4:9). Effective mentoring offers comfort and willingness to share the load. Relationships grow through the demonstration of genuine care and concern for one another. A good mentor will want to know how the mentoring partner is doing both professionally and personally; work invariably affects one’s private life, and what is going on in one’s personal life has an impact on their work. “Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2).

Effective mentoring helps others discover their passion. Sometimes the person being mentored is struggling because he or she is still trying to find their place. Even if they are successful, they might not be engaged in a profession they find fulfilling or meaningful. If personal interests and passions can somehow be aligned with the work they do, they will be able to thrive and become valued contributors wherever they go. The apostle Paul wrote to his protégé, Timothy, “Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you” (1 Timothy 4:14). Effective mentoring includes reproduction, resulting in a legacy. Because of all he had gained from his own mentors, Dave Stoddard developed a desire to come alongside others and help them to grow professionally, personally, and spiritually. I have had a similar experience, and view that as part of my own

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legacy – assisting others, so they in turn can help others. “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others” (2 Timothy 2:2). ”I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth” (3 John 4). Even though he departed from this life five years ago, Dave Stoddard’s impact continues through the lives of many men who are having a strong influence in their families, their companies, and other men they are helping to develop through mentoring. A wise man once said the only things that will last for eternity are people and the Word of God. There are few better things we could do than to invest time, energy and resources into other people, helping them to become all they can be. Especially if we do so under the guidance of God and His eternal truth.

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Letter from the Publisher Dear Boca Raton community, During these difficult times, The Boca Raton Tribune is working hard to be more than a regular newspaper, we are always on your side. We continue to publish the news imperative to the residents of our community, and we are here to help our community in any way possible. We are here for you, and we have heard of many residents who are unhappy and not sure how to get help for the small business. That is why today, we have officially launched a workforce that will connect business professionals with local business owners to help them apply for federal and state small business loans. If you are a CPA, accountant, or tax professional and would like to join our workforce to help small businesses owners during these times, please fill out the form on our website and we will be in contact. If you are a small business owner, we will make an announcement of when the workforce is ready to assist you with all your small business loan needs. We are so glad that many businesses have taken the initiative and sent us their information so we can post what they are doing during these times in our COVID-19 Business Updates. Because of the amount of emails of support we have received, we have created a faster way for you to send us your business information. We want to be able to help in any way we can. We want to post all the information about what your business is doing right now. Are you open, or closed? Do you have new hours? Are you offering specials? We want to share it all online

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Years ago, the business world became captivated by a book called The Peter Principle, authored by Dr. Laurence J. Peter. The book focused on an common pitfall of leadership advancement: If we continually promote high performers, we will eventually advance them to a level of incompetence. In other words, success in one level of endeavor does not guarantee success in levels of greater authority and responsibility. Even though Dr. Peter’s book was first published more than 40 years ago, this “Peter Principle” continues being practiced today, often to the detriment of individuals and the organizations that employ them. According to the Harvard Business Review, researchers Alan Benson and Kelly Shue tested this theory by studying how well sales people performed when promoted to sales management positions. Benson and Shue discovered high-performing salespeople often were not good managers, affirming the Peter Principle. When offered a promotion, some people accept it for the additional compensation that comes with it. Or they take the new position out of pride, desiring status or authority that goes with it, rather than to humbly and honestly consider their skill sets, evaluating whether the proposed role would be the best fit for them. Failing to perceive they could become “square pegs” struggling to fit into “round holes” can lead to unnecessary failure. For instance, people whose persuasive and people skills enable them to excel in sales might lack the necessary leadership or administrative skills to effectively handle the challenges of managing and directing others. Such a promotion could prove to be more of a penalty than a reward. The consequences of moving high performers into very different new roles are significant on several levels. For a company,

ideally every individual would be situated in positions where they can both excel and thrive. The adage about a chain being only as strong as its weakest link applies to people being promoted beyond their capabilities. In sports, not all stellar athletes are suited to experience equal success as managers, coaches or sports executives. Similarly, promoting someone to a role that requires different skills and gifts can prove frustrating for everyone. Some individuals may find great joy and fulfillment in their current position, but become miserable in another role for which they are ill-suited. At the same time, those assigned to report to them could become stifled in their own productivity. The Bible offers insight into how to avoid this dilemma: Seek wisdom to discern how best to utilize people’s talents and abilities. Effective leaders learn to understand the people who work for them – their skills, interests, goals and limitations. Advancement decisions should be made with all of those factors in mind.”Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds” (Proverbs 27:23). Do not let pride or ambition misdirect your career. Without question, excellence should be recognized and rewarded. “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve before kings; he will not serve before obscure men” (Proverbs 22:29). However, ambition and the desire for recognition can lead to poor career decisions. Proverbs 29:23 teaches,”A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.” If you desire honor for your work, concentrate on what you do best and ask your company to reward your successes appropriately.

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FAU High Students Create 3D Printed PPE for Local Hospitals Florida Atlantic University’s Cane Institute for Advanced Technologies at A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) and FAU High School is doing its part to help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) by creating 3D printed personal protective equipment (PPE). Over the last month, students ranging from ages 5 to 18, along with two faculty members, have worked tirelessly to create 3D printed face shields, intubation chambers and ear savers for several local hospitals in Palm Beach County. So far, they have produced more than 650 face shields, more than 500 ear savers and 36 intubation chambers and expect to collect another 350 face shields by the end of the week. The intubation chambers are a unique form of PPE for hospitals. They provide an extra layer of protection for doctors and nurses when they are intubating patients who need to be put on respirators. Allan Phipps, district science coordinator at ADHUS and FAU High School, was contacted by Giovana Jaen, a former FAU High student/current third year FAU Schmidt College of Medicine student, about doing this for a local hospital and he agreed without hesitation. He relocated the school’s 3D printing equipment to his personal garage and has been coordinating the Institute’s efforts, as well as manufacturing face shields and intubation chambers with his own children who attend ADHUS.

Phipps along with James Nance, middle school science teacher at ADHUS, host social distancing drive-throughs in front of the school where students can drop off 3D printed face shields and ear savers they created at home. Students are also able to check out 3D printers from the school and get their own personal 3D printers serviced. Local hospital representatives are able to pick up the PPE and ear savers at this location. “I am so proud of our students for helping our community during this global pandemic,” said Phipps. “This has been a team effort from the start, and we are doing everything we can to support the medical professionals and our local hospitals during this crisis.” The Cane Institute for Advanced Technologies serves as the school’s epicenter for research, education and technology transfer. It was established in 2018 after a $1 million gift from Daniel and Debra Cane. The Institute’s integrated approach allows students and faculty at all grade levels to explore today’s most complex challenges in areas such as cybersecurity, autonomous vehicles, robotics, virtual reality, augmented reality, automation and artificial intelligence. FAU has been able to donate this lifesaving PPE as a result of public, private and industry support. For more information or to make a contribution, contact Mickey Zitzmann at mzitzmann@fau.edu.

Lynn community creates Postcards for Humanity Now more than ever, there’s a need for compassion and kindness across the globe. That’s what inspired Lynn University faculty to create “Postcards for Humanity,” a new initiative that sends digital messages of encouragement and love to those who may need them most. Sanne Unger, associate professor, worked with fellow faculty members to develop the concept. “We were inspired by stories of Lynn alumni helping out during the ongoing health crisis. Because Lynn students are empathetic, creative and talented, sending homemade e-cards to brighten someone’s day is a wonderful way to have a positive impact.” Lynn created a digital postcard template that reads “You are loved,” with a space for students to write inspirational messages of hope and support using their iPad and Apple Pencil. Faculty will collect the postcards and send them to partner organizations. “This is an extension of Lynn’s ongoing effort to incorporate social impact into all aspects of learning,” said Assistant Professor Antonella Regueiro. “Our goal is to reach at-risk and underserved populations who may feel isolated

during COVID-19 social distancing.” In April, Best Foot Forward will distribute 250 digital postcards to foster children in its K–College Academic Support Program. Best Foot Forward emphasizes the role education plays in ensuring a foster child’s successful future. The organization currently serves students from elementary school through college, and provides educational planning, monitoring and coaching on a one-on-one consistent basis. “Partnerships with local schools and businesses are critical to our growth and success,” said Donna Biase, cofounder of Best Foot Forward. “Receiving caring messages from Lynn students will help our children have positive experiences, promote opportunities to learn empathy and compassion, and maintain important connections to others during this difficult time. Projects like this truly make a difference.” Lynn will extend the program in May to produce messages for residents in Brighton Gardens, a senior living community in Boca Raton.

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Gary Luing, Ph.D., former dean of Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business and Public Administration, died this month at his home in Lake Wales. He was 82. Luing’s wife of 65 years, Sherry, said he was trading stocks, one of his favorite pastimes in retirement, when he suffered a heart attack. “It was just his time,” she said. “He was a man of great integrity and honor, and a family man who trusted God. That’s the best legacy you can have.” Luing was appointed dean at age 32 in 1969, at that time becoming the youngest in Florida to serve in the post. In 1971, Luing and Darab Unwalla, Ph.D., started an executive master’s program in business administration, one of the first in the country. Luing built the foundation that later propelled the college to establish itself as a national brand. In the early 1980s, Luing oversaw the then-College of Business and Public Administration’s first accreditation by the American Assembly of Colleges and Schools of Business. Both the graduate and undergraduate programs were accredited at the same time, a significant accomplishment. The public administration program was later moved to FAU’s former College for Architecture, Urban and Public Affairs. He also started a joint-Ph.D. program with Florida International University in 1987, and facilitated a $1 million donation for the first Eugene and Christine Lynn Eminent Scholar in Business in 1983. The overwhelming choice of the faculty for the position was William Lazer, Ph.D., a former president of the American Marketing Association, adviser to the White House on trade policy and distinguished scholar at Michigan State University. “But Dr. Lazer had to be convinced,” said Eric H. Shaw, Ph.D., emeritus professor of business and an associate dean under Luing, as well as a protégé and friend. “Gary and Eugene wined and dined him until he agreed to come as a visiting professor for a semester to make up his mind. At the end of the semester, he had decided to become our first eminent scholar.” After 18 years, Luing stepped down as dean in 1987, and remained as a professor on the accounting faculty until

retiring in 2002 after 37 years at FAU. He and Sherry moved to Lake Wales, where he enjoyed ornamental gardening. “When I became the new dean of FAU’s College of Business in 2013, Gary was very helpful to me,” said Daniel Gropper, Ph.D. “He called and welcomed me to FAU, shared his insights, was available whenever I wanted to talk. He also stopped by my office on campus about once a year. He was a scholar and a gentleman, and he left a very positive legacy here.” Colleagues remembered Luing for his esteemed service and wry wit. He once warned Shaw that other faculty members would tease him that his promotion to associate dean would be like “a mouse in training to become a rat.” “That cracked me up,” Shaw said. “Sure enough, I heard the joke from several colleagues.” Shaw also said Luing made sure at the time that accounting professor Tom Costello and management professor Jerry Abbott shared an office so that the sign on the door could read “Abbott and Costello.” But he referred to them as simply Tom and Jerry, Shaw said. Dick Schmidt of Boca Raton came to FAU from Chicago in 1968, serving as a graduate assistant while getting a master’s degree in business administration. The Schmidt family is FAU’s top benefactor, with the College of Arts and Letters named for Dick’s mother, Dorothy, and the College of Science and College of Medicine named for his father, Charles. Additionally, the grand opening for the Schmidt Family Complex for Academic and Athletic Excellence is expected soon. In 1970, when the time came for Dick Schmidt to take a job back in the Windy City, he was commiserating with Luing, who told him he had done well teaching and offered him a chance to stay as an assistant professor of accounting. Startled at his good fortune, Schmidt asked Luing why he wanted to hire him. “He said, ‘Because you’ll work cheap,’” Schmidt remembered with a laugh. “He became a mentor and a great friend.” In addition to his wife, Luing is survived by his daughter, Heather Luing, M.D.; son-in-law Daniel Aflalo; and grandchildren Tristan, Nathaniel and Lillian Aflalo.

Lynn University Professors respond to requests for expanded summer course options Lynn University today announced an expansion of its Summer Undergraduate Day offerings. Academic Affairs added 26 courses to its alreadyrobust roster. Among the additions are six language, culture and career courses, traditionally reserved for the university’s January Term (J-Term). The addition of these courses allows students to complete required coursework now and enjoy several weeks of Winter Break, later. The move comes as government and public health officials continue to issue guidance that requires campus to remain closed. “Our professors remain steadfast in their commitment to helping students succeed,” said Vice President for Academic Affairs Katrina Carter-Tellison. “We know it takes time to establish a routine, and that once it’s formed, it’s easier to continue that routine than to pause and restart. Our hope is that by expanding our offerings this summer, we will help students build on the momentum they’ve already established with their online lessons and use these courses to get ahead in their degree programs.” In mid-March Lynn’s iPad-powered program—in addition to its nearly 20 years of experience delivering online curriculum—helped the university quickly transition to an entirely remote learning environment, complete with online

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student services. Emphasizing the importance of academic success, in early April, Academic Affairs announced it would give students the option to take their Spring 2020 courses for a traditional A–F letter grade or a Pass/No pass mark. This option is extended to also include summer courses. “Since transferring all courses to online instruction, Lynn students have impressed professors with their dedication to staying on track,” added CarterTellison. “In return, professors worked hard to offer more courses that can help students maintain that focus.” The new summer courses cover a variety of topics. Timely courses include The Quarantine Chronicles: Vlogging as Experimental Documentary Filmmaking and Public Relations in a Virtual World. Traditional topics include Leading with Impact, Game Theory, Painting and Social Psychology. J-Term summer options include Tradition and Culture of Portugal; Cinema Français: French Culture Through Film; Italian: Language and Culture of Italy; Professional Communication Skills; Staying Motivated and Follow your Passions, and more. Summer Undergraduate Day courses run from May 11 to June 5 (four weeks). For more information or to register, students can contact their academic advisers.

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Local Firehouse Subs Meal Donation at West Boca Hospital During these rapidly changing times, first responders, medical professionals and public safety personnel have been working tirelessly to protect our communities. Knowing these professionals are working long hours with limited food available, Firehouse Subs Boca Raton Franchisees Sadia and Sher Baig partnered with Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to donate meals to local healthcare workers. Beginning on Tuesday, April 21, Sadia and Sher will be providing 50 boxed lunches to help feed the staff working in the COVID-19 units at West Boca Hospital. They will make these donations every day for five days. A total of 250 Firehouse Subs meals will be donated. As we navigate the changing needs of our communities, Firehouse Subs restaurants have partnered with the

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to feed healthcare workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as individuals and families in need and seniors who are unable to leave their homes through the Foundation’s COVID-19 Disaster Relief Fund. Throughout the month of April, all funds collected by Firehouse Subs restaurants through Round Up, canister donations and recycled pickle bucket donations will support immediate COVID-19 disaster relief efforts through the Foundation, including thousands of donated meals to feed our everyday heroes, from first responders to healthcare workers who are selflessly fighting against the current pandemic. Individuals can also donate to support the relief efforts online at https://firehousesubsfoundation.org/ donate/

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BOCA RATON, FL -- Boca Raton Football Club has announced today that the club will open a eSports Program of the club and will compete the 2020 season in the VPG eNPSL competition. The VPG eNPSL will feature 11v11 competition on the FIFA Pro Clubs platform. “It’s fantastic to see the NPSL getting involved in the 11v11 FIFA esports,” Virtual Pro Gaming CEO Arron Dellosa said. “All of the teams entering into this will benefit massively as football has been postponed around the world. Many fans and gamers will enjoy watching the content created by FIFA 11v11. I am looking forward to getting this started.” VPG was started in 2015 with just 10 teams in England. Today VPG boasts over 200,000 contracts and nearly 10,000 FIFA teams. VPG’s English Premier League features official eSports

programs from 18 English clubs including the likes of QPR, Cardiff City, Bristol Rovers, Plymouth Argyle, and Port Vale. “We are excited for this next evolution of Boca Raton FC,” said president, Douglas Heizer. “Boca Raton FC has always been a leader in the State about innovation and this move to eSports is the obvious next step.” “The VPG eNPSL competition will be a great way to bring our fanbase together and make them truly a fabric of the club,” added Heizer. “Boca Raton FC's eSports program will have the opportunity to take the Boca Raton FC brand beyond the traditional boundaries and into places never imagined.” If you are interested in joining the Boca Raton FC eSports Program, you can fill out the interest form on the website and the club will be in contact!

Dontaysha Gobourne has signed her National Letter of Intent with Florida Atlantic University and will be joining the 2020-21 softball team in the fall, announced head coach Joan Joyce. Gobourne will come to FAU after playing two years for the Santa Fe College Saints. As a two-way player, she saw action in 23 games in the circle in 2020, with 16 starts. The righthander threw 83.2 innings and compiled a 2.68 ERA, while striking out 103 batters. She also batted .322 with seven home runs and 24 RBI. As a freshman, she was named Second Team All-Mid Florida Conference after batting .349 with four home runs and 29 RBI, while pitching to a 2.93 ERA with 75 strikeouts. The Lake Placid, Florida native said she chose FAU because the school

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Flying High: FAU Beach Volleyball Season Recap The 2020 Florida Atlantic University beach volleyball team was off to one of the best starts in program history, owning an 11-1 record when the season ended to concerns over the COVID-19 virus. The Sandy Owls began the year at the UNF Beach Invitational, where they swept Mercer before suffering what proved to be their only loss of the season, a narrow 3-2 setback to then-10thranked FIU. FAU swept No. 18 Georgia State and beat the host Ospreys 3-2 to finish the opening weekend 3-1. The following weekend at the Stetson Spring Fling, FAU recorded another win over Georgia State and defeated the seventh-ranked Hatters in addition to sweeps over St. Leo and St. Petersburg. Up next was Eckerd's Battle at the Bay tournament, where the Sandy Owls swept three of their four opponents as they went 4-0 in what proved to

be the final weekend of the season, as COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the remainder of FAU's schedule. Despite the premature end to the season, there were still plenty of notable accomplishments for the Sandy Owls. The team of senior Sam Gott and sophomore Jillenne Cangelosi led the squad with an 11-1 record. Juniors Erica Brok and Mackenzie Morris added to their school record, ending the year with 53 career wins. FAU ended the season ranked 10th in the DiG Magazine poll and 12th in the AVCA poll, its highest ranking ever in both polls. "The amount of effort and focus put in by the team was awesome," said head coach Capri Grotowski. "It was a huge disappointment when the season ended early, but we are excited to improve on the lessons we learned and make 2021 our best season yet."

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