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Upcoming Events
Paralegal Certificate Program Orientation
Date: March 18, 2021 | Time: 6:00 PM
This mandatory orientation is open only to Paralegal Students who have completed their registration. At the orientation, you will receive:
  • An orientation package
  • Your CALI ID and introduction 
  • Your CLIO ID and introduction
  • Tour of various websites pertinent to your educational need


5 Reasons to Become a Paralegal
  • Fastest Growing Industry
  • Not Just Law Firms ─ Paralegal Education Can Open Many Career Doors
  • Path to Law School
  • Learn Skills that Are Transferable to Many Other Career Paths
  • Business Purpose: Startup or Expand Your Business
Webinar: Serena Williams Serves Up Business Insights
Date: March 11, 2021 | Time: 1:00 PM
Serena Williams revolutionized tennis. Hear how she’s doing the same in business. Both on and off the court, Serena knows how to put in the hard work, overcome adversity, and dominate the competition. Now she’s sharing her insights in this VIP event.
Miami Franchise Trade Show & Expo
Miami Airport Convention Center
Date: March 13-14, 2021
Times: Saturday 11am - 5pm,
Sunday 11am - 4pm
The Great American Franchise Expo connects hundreds of franchise businesses with potential owners. We provide education through seminars from industry experts on topics including franchise law, financing, and other critical business concepts. Attending these expos will provide potential franchisees with the opportunity to network with leading industry executives and franchise developers.  
Business News
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program application and eligibility process have been made to ensure the program's funds are distributed equitably. These changes include:
  • Revised PPP funding formula to allow sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals to receive more financial support. Beginning in early March, Schedule C filers will be able to calculate their maximum PPP loan amount using the gross income on line 7 of IRS Form 1040 Schedule C rather than line 31.
  • Eliminate restrictions on PPP access for small business owners with prior non-fraud felony convictions.
  • Student loan debt delinquency is no longer a disqualifier when applying for PPP.
  • Ensure access for non-citizen small business owners who are lawful U.S. residents by clarifying that they may use Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) to apply for the PPP.
What New Yorkers Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines

New York City is committed to keeping everyone safe and healthy by ensuring that access to COVID-19 vaccines is fair and equitable. COVID-19 vaccines will likely be available for most New Yorkers by mid-2021. Some people, such as health care workers, essential workers who cannot separate from others, and older adults and other people at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19 can currently get vaccinated.  
Grants & Money for Your Business
Curtains Up NYC: Free Application Assistance

Curtains Up NYC is a City of New York program that offers free application assistance for NYC businesses and nonprofits connected to live performance applying for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program of the federal government.

Click here to sign up for a Curtains Up NYC webinar.

Apple Impact Accelerator Program

Apple’s Impact Accelerator application is now open for Hispanic/ Latinx-, Black-, and Indigenous (Native American)-owned businesses that provide environmental solutions and services.

The Accelerator is part of Apple’s Racial Equity and Justice Initiative and is a key part of Apple’s strategy to be 100% carbon neutral by 2030. Selected participants will begin The Accelerator program in August 2021.

Applications are due Friday, April 30th at 11:59p.m. PT
Interviews & Podcasts

New York City’s First Lady, Chirlane McCray, and Dr. Torian Easterling, who serves as First Deputy Commissioner and Chief Equity Officer at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, have teamed up to send a message to all New Yorkers that the COVID– 19 vaccines, are safe and effective. Click here to listen now!
In The News
Comprehensive Immigration Reform: The U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021

President Biden sent a bill to Congress on day one to restore humanity and American values to our immigration system. The U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021 establishes a new system to responsibly manage and secure our border, keep our families and communities safe, and better manage migration across the Hemisphere. Click here to read more
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