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S.B. PRESENTATION BY FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT <br />FRANK T. BROGAN <br />Frank T. Brogan presented a video highlighting Florida Atlantic University <br />(FAU). He then provided an overview of Florida Atlantic University's history, development, <br />and projected plans. Some of the recent accomplishments of the University are their partnership <br />with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, their athletic wins at the Sunbelt Conference and <br />the New Orleans Bowl, their hosting of the Presidential Debates, and their Lifelong Learning <br />Programs. President Brogan thanked the Commissioners for their partnership with Florida <br />Atlantic University and for their service to the community. <br />Bill Penney, Vice President of Marine Bank, and a 1978 graduate of FAU, <br />expressed appreciation for the quality of the education he had received at the University. <br />Commissioner Bowden noted President Brogan's long history of involvement <br />with Indian River County, and assured Mr. Brogan that the County would be happy to partner <br />with Florida Atlantic University at any time desired. <br />The Commissioners offered positive comments regarding their personal <br />experiences with Florida Atlantic University, and acknowledged the importance of having <br />quality education available in the community. <br />February 19, 2008 3 <br />