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December 6, 2002 |
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By Hannah Pittard What began primarily as a security precaution has matured into a popular convenience and financial management tool as more and more local businesses begin to accept the SCAD Card. The SCAD Card is the standard identification card for students, alumni, staff and faculty, featuring a magnetic strip that can be coded like a credit or ATM card. The SCAD Card debit account is separate from student accounts in the bursar’s office, though students and parents can have funds transferred to the SCAD Card. SCAD employees may set up direct deposit of payroll funds into SCAD Card accounts. "Originally, it started as a safety measure so students wouldn’t have to carry cash," said Monique Smith, director of SCAD Card services. "But now it’s a win-win situation." Students receive access to local goods and services, and store owners should experience an increase in traffic from SCAD students, faculty and staff. In addition to those benefits, the SCAD Card is ultimately more convenient than anything else as students are required to carry their IDs anyway. As an added bonus the SCAD Card is also accepted at businesses commonly frequented by students. "We solicit businesses and tell them about the program," said Becky Thomas, operations coordinator at Turner House. "Once they’ve signed up, we install the card reading system. Then students can swipe their cards for merchandise and the amount is automatically transferred from their account to the vendor." But Smith is quick to point out that, while the college does try to target most businesses in which a typical student might show interest, there are a few exceptions. "Obviously, we don’t approach liquor stores," said Smith, "but we do approach shoe stores and places like that." more---> |
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 Painting master’s candidate earns recognition Quickly gaining international recognition for his contemporary style of work, 30-year old Frederick Jesser is in the prime of his life. more---> |
 SCAD staffer organizes Jewish library Savannah College of Art and Design staff member Paula Lewis saw a challenge. Her synagogue, Con-gregation Agudath Achim, had a lot of books lying around, but no system that allowed people to access the books. more---> |
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