Trending News at Broward College - May 8

Upcoming Events

FEATURED: Broward College Kids & Teens College (KTC)
June 14 to August 4
Most Broward College Campuses and Centers 

The Broward College Kids & Teens College (KTC) allows students ages 8-15 years to engage in courses geared toward careers. The six-week program offers courses in quarter, half, and full days. This year's program offers new classes that will build the skills and habits your child needs for the next school year and beyond. For more information, visit the website or call 954-201-7800.

Davie, FL

Nursing Candlelight Ceremony
Wednesday, May 10, 4 p.m. 
Bailey Hall
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 S.W. Davie Road
Davie, FL

The next generation of nurses will be celebrated with a symbolic candlelight ceremony. The candlelight ceremony is done in the spirit of Florence Nightingale, who would take her oil lamp late at night to care for the sick during the Crimean War. The “Lady with the Lamp” served as a beacon of hope and whose legacy lives on as an iconic figure within the field. For more information, email cmohamme@broward.edu.

“A Mother’s Love” Opening Reception
Thursday, May 11, 6 p.m. 
Bailey Hall
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 S.W. Davie Road
Davie, FL

The League of American Pen Women Fort Lauderdale chapter present “A Mother’s Love.” The exhibit showcases some of South Florida’s most accomplished artists. Works on display include photography, watercolor, acrylics, oils mixed media and sculpture. The opening reception will feature high tea with a twist. The exhibit runs through June 30 and is open to the public. For more information or to RSVP, call 954-201-6259 or email mstanbur@broward.edu.

“Lawrence and Helen Tegeler Together”
On Display through May 17
Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 SW Davie Road
Davie, FL

This two-person exhibition features the work of Lawrence Tobe and Helen Tegeler, artists who abstract the natural world around us in a vivid color palette. Tobe’s large oil paintings bring environment and anthropology to life with invigorating patterns. Tegeler’s glass and fabric sculptures remind us of the transformations inherent in plant forms, and how the seed’s journey relates to our own lives. Artist lecture starts at 7:30 p.m. The exhibit runs through May 17. For more information, visit www.browardvpa.com/gallery.

“Beneath the Surface” Opening Reception
Thursday, May 25, 6 p.m.
Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 SW Davie Road
Davie, FL

Bartosz Beda, Faraz Falahi, and Serena Stevens come from disparate backgrounds, but their work shares a unique view of the world. The images on display as part of “Beneath the Surface” capture glimpses of figures in their environments through loose and textured painted surfaces. The result is mysterious and engaging art that encourage reflection and evoke emotion. The exhibit, which is free and open to the public runs through June 21. For more information, visit www.browardvpa.com/gallery.

Brazilian Music Institute Presents “Terra Brazil Meets Jazz”
Friday, May 26, 8 p.m. 
Bailey Hall
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 S.W. Davie Road
Davie, FL

"Terra Brazil Meets Jazz" is the culminating performance of the Brazilian Music Institute, an intensive week of musical instruction featuring outstanding Brazilian musicians presented by the University of Florida's School of Music in collaboration with Broward College. The event celebrates the diversity of Brazilian northeastern music with a concert combining styles of frevo de bloco, coco, maracatu, and embolada. Tickets start at $16 for the general public. For more information, visit www.baileyhall.org.

Nights at the Observatory
Wednesdays, 7 to 10 p.m. 
Buehler Observatory
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 S.W. Davie Road
Davie, FL

The community is welcome to explore the wonders in the sky through the lens of powerful telescopes at the Buehler Observatory on Wednesday evenings. Let Susan Barnett, Buehler Planetarium and Observatory director, and other experts guide you in locating the moon, stars and nebulae (weather permitting). The events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit the website or call 954-201-6681.

Coconut Creek, FL

Summer Bridge Program Enrollment
June 12 to August 21
Building 63
Broward College North Campus Early Childhood LAB School
1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard
Coconut Creek, FL

Registration is now open for the new Summer Bridge Program at the Broward College Early Childhood LAB School. The program, geared to children ages 4-8 is geared, explores STEAM (Science, Technology, Art, & Match) through engaging hands on activities. Pay by the week or by session.

Highlight

Broward College Honors Professors and Adjunct Professors of the Year

Broward College recognized 10 outstanding faculty members as Professors and Adjunct Professors of the Year during the annual Employee Recognition Celebration. The award is given to innovative, talented educators who not only excel in the classroom but inspire students, impact their lives in a meaningful way, and serve as role models for colleagues across the College. The selection process included nominations from faculty and students and a rigorous review process by a selection committee on each campus. For a full list of the honorees and more information, visit here.