Business Press Releases

FAU Study Reveals Gaps in Florida’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Early distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in Florida reached the intended senior population, but it failed to ensure equal access for lower-income and minority communities, according to a study from researchers at Florida Atlantic University.

FAU Emeritus Professor of Marketing Donates $2 Million to University
Florida Atlantic University has received an estate gift pledge of more than $2 million from College of Business emeritus professor Eric Shaw ’72, ’73, Ph.D. This generous gift will benefit various athletics, business, arts and letters, and other university programs, and makes Shaw the largest FAU faculty or staff donor in the university’s history, after former assistant professor Dick Schmidt ’71.

Housing Index Shows Renting Beats Buying in Eight Major U.S. Markets
As the cost of housing continues to soar, deciding whether to buy a home or rent one is a virtual toss-up in many parts of the country.

Adams Center Director wins Academy of Management award for Entrepreneur Boot Camp
The Academy of Management awarded Kevin Cox, Ph.D., director of the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship, the distinguished 2025 Entrepreneurship Practice Award for his efforts in fostering entrepreneurs in the South Florida region through the Entrepreneur Boot Camp.

FAU Report: Business, Job Growth Jumps in South Florida
South Florida’s economy continues to outpace national growth, driven by strong employment gains and a surge in business creation, according to a new economic outlook report from Florida Atlantic University.