February 09, 2026
MEDIA CONTACT: Chris Guanche, M.S., 954-201-7514 | cguanche@broward.edu

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Broward College is driving workforce development and economic growth in Florida. In his recent South Florida Sun Sentinel editorial, President and CEO Torey Alston shares how the Florida College System serves as the state’s top workforce education provider, and how Broward College contributes $2.4 billion annually to the local economy, supporting 25,621 jobs.

With state investments fueling high-demand programs, innovative labs, and new initiatives like our associate degree in applied artificial intelligence, Broward College is delivering measurable impact for students, alumni, and taxpayers alike.

You can read the full editorial here.

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ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE: Serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence. Please visit www.broward.edu for more information. 
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