 CFK Poetics 2023 will feature poet James Davis May on October 12. KEY WEST, FL, October 4, 2023—The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites the community to attend its CFK Poetics event on October 12 at 6 p.m. at the Tennessee Willliams Theatre on the Key West Campus. The annual visiting poets activity will feature a live reading from acclaimed poet James Davis May. He will read some of his works and take questions from the audience. The event is free for all attendees.
The featured poet, May, is the author of two poetry collections, both published by Louisiana State University Press. Unquiet Things was released in 2016 and Unusually Grand Ideas was released in 2023. His poems and essays have appeared in 32 Poems, The Georgia Review, Literary Hub, New England Review, The Southern Review, The Sun, and other journals. May has received fellowships from the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Sewanee Writers’ Conference. Originally from Pittsburgh, he now lives in Macon, Georgia, where he directs the creative writing program at Mercer University. CFK Poetics is a series that aims to develop awareness of and immersion in the humanities landscape by connecting students and the community with poetry on the national level in a way that is immediate to their own experiences. Since 2019, visiting poets have come to CFK or appeared virtually to share their work and have conversations with the student body as well as the community at large. Formerly featured poets include B.H. Fairchild, Chelsea Rathburn, Richard Blanco, and Ross Gay.
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Monroe County high school students can earn FREE college credit  KEY WEST, FL, September 22, 2023—The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) will hold a virtual event for Monroe County high school students and their parents/ guardians to learn more about its Dual Enrollment opportunities on Thursday, October 5 at 5:30 p.m. Through Dual Enrollment, high school students can simultaneously earn college and high school credits at no cost to the student. The program provides a head start to college for students while potentially saving families thousands of dollars. At the virtual event, CFK will discuss the benefits of taking Dual Enrollment classes, requirements to participate, and the application process.
Interested students and parents can sign up for the event and learn more about the Dual Enrollment program by visiting the College’s website at CFK.edu/DE. For more information, contact Marissa Owens, Director of Recruitment, at marissa.owens@cfk.edu. Students can quickly earn credits starting in October  CFK students Ella Fields and Chris Saunders study on the Key West Campus. KEY WEST, FL, September 11, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys is offering a “Mini-mester” condensed term within the fall semester, also known as “Fall B.” The eight-week courses run October 13 through December 8. The term provides another entry point for new students to get a head start before the spring term as well as an opportunity for current students to accelerate their progression within the fall semester.
Opportunities available in the “Mini-mester” include general education courses, applicable to many degrees, as well as courses specific to the business, marine engineering, diving, hospitality, renewable energy, culinary, or emergency medical programs. Prospective students can also apply to start in CFK bachelor’s degrees in Nursing, Supervision and Management, Exceptional Student Education, or Marine Resource Management in the “Mini-mester.” Most courses meet virtually, some are held on the Key West Campus or Upper Keys Center, and some offer a mix of virtual and in-person coursework. For more information about the “Mini-mester,” visit the College’s website at cfk.edu/fall-mini-mester or contact Marissa Owens, CFK Director of Recruitment, at recruiter@cfk.edu or call 305-809-3207. Associate degree level courses:
 CFK student Hunter Clafin holds up a Constitution in anticipation of CFK’s Constitution Day event on September 14 at 11 a.m. KEY WEST, FL, September 6, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys’ invites the community to celebrate the birthday of the United States Government at its annual Constitution Day event on Thursday, September 14 at 11:00 a.m. in the library on the Key West Campus. Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787, thus laying the foundation of our government, rights, and freedoms. This year's event will focus on voting systems and the elections process. Monroe County Supervisor of Elections Joyce Griffin will present on the topic and share updates on the new methods of voting.
The College’s Constitution Day activities aim to educate the public on their rights under the Constitutional Amendments and encourage habits of being a good citizen. Attendees will receive Pocket Constitutions and learn how to register to vote with the help of representatives from the League of Women Voters. The event is free and open to the public. Those who cannot attend in person, can watch it live on CFK’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TheCollegeoftheFloridaKeys/.  The Hemingway Look-Alike Society (HLAS) presented $19,500 in scholarships to CFK students. Standing (L to R): HLAS members David Douglas, David Hemingway, Stephen Terry, CFK student Kira Ward, CFK Alumni and Donor Relations Shania Duarte-Vera, CFK students Lisdania Santana, Tania Molina, Laurel Beaupre, Justin Spencer, Abigail Fields, Colten Buckles, Nicola Ritchie, Sara Squire, Gabriella Monteagudo Boza, and Ivan Lopez. KEY WEST, FL, July 28, 2023— The “Papas” of the Hemingway Look-Alike Society (HLAS) kicked-off the festivities of the famous Hemingway Look-Alike Contest by presenting $19,500 in scholarships to students attending The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) on the stage of Sloppy Joe’s on July 20. “Papa 2013” Stephen Terry and “Papa 2016” David Hemingway awarded four scholarships for literary talent and seven scholarships for nursing students. They also presented two new scholarships for the first time—one for a first responder and one for a veteran.
The HLAS established the CFK scholarship 24 years ago with the purpose of encouraging education and literary talent in the community where the legendary writer called home in the 1930s and produced some of his most enduring literary works. The scholarship was later opened to nursing students. To date, they have awarded approximately 300 scholarships and built an endowment to fund future scholarships for many years to come. Throughout the year, the “Papas” and “Mamas” collect donations and fundraise at various events held during the Hemingway Days celebration to support the group’s ongoing philanthropic commitment to CFK students. For more information about CFK and its scholarship opportunities, visit the College’s website at cfk.edu/paying-for-college and for more information about how to give to the CFK Foundation, contact Lana Gaspari, CFK Vice President of Advancement and CFK Foundation Executive Director, at foundation@cfk.edu or 305-809-3214.  Pictured: CFK student Dante Black walks to class on the Key West Campus. $100 Kick-Starter Scholarships, application fees waived
KEY WEST, FL, July 13, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys will hold “Fast Track to Fall” events on Wednesday, July 26, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the Key West Campus and at the Upper Keys Center in Key Largo at to help prospective students quickly get on a pathway toward their academic and career training goals this fall semester. New student applications are due August 6 and classes begin August 18. New students who participate in a Fast Track to Fall session will have their application fee waived, a savings of $30, and receive a $100 Kick-Starter Scholarship. Future students and their families will be able to connect directly with knowledgeable CFK staff to receive information about degree and certificate options as well as financial aid, payment plans, and scholarships. Personalized guidance through the application process will also be available. Prospective students are encouraged to bring the following items, if readily available, to expedite the admissions process:
For more information about the opportunities available at CFK, visit the College’s website at cfk.edu or contact Marissa Owens, CFK Director of Recruitment, at recruiter@cfk.edu or call 305-809-3207.
KEY WEST, FL, June 29, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys announces the re-establishment of the Julie Eckard RN Scholarship for students pursuing associate or bachelor’s degrees in nursing at CFK. Dr. Kevin Mallinson, CFK’s 2023 Distinguished Alumnus, and his husband Robert Hansen donated $20,000 to the CFK Foundation to endow the scholarship, which was initially established in 1991 following the death of the well-known HIV/AIDS nurse and Dr. Mallinson’s fellow classmate in the nursing class of 1987. The scholarship will support student nurses who are passionate about advocating for patients challenged by adversity, stigma, and/or discrimination—much like AIDS patients were in the 80s and 90s. By endowing the scholarship, the donation will be invested, and its earnings will provide scholarship awards to students in perpetuity—forever memorializing Eckard and supporting nursing education at CFK.
Eckard was working toward an Associate in Science in Nursing at CFK when she was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS at 23 years old. She overcame significant physical and social barriers to complete her degree and become a registered nurse. Over the following three years, before she succumbed to AIDS, Julie cared for many people living with HIV in Key West during the height of the AIDS epidemic and became an advocate for the rights of those facing stigma and discrimination. “This scholarship honors Julie’s love of the nursing profession and serves to remind us of her unwavering strength, tenacity, and sense of humor,” said Dr. Mallinson, who recently organized a reunion of the College’s 1987 nursing class at the Key West Campus. Inspired by his fallen classmate, Dr. Mallinson went on to dedicate much of his career to HIV/AIDS healthcare. After graduating from CFK, he worked as an ICU nurse caring for many HIV/AIDS patients while continuing to pursue higher education. Over the course of 36 years, he served on national committees and advisory boards, conducted research, published numerous articles, and shared his scholarly work on five continents. He was a consultant for a U.S. Surgeon General and several Ministers of Health in Africa. He also served on the National Board of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care and as the President of the HIV/AIDS Nursing Certification Board. Dr. Mallinson recently retired as an Associate Professor and Director of the Ph.D. in Nursing program at George Mason University. CFK honored him with the Distinguished Alumni award at the Spring Commencement ceremony in May. The Julie Eckard RN Scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded this fall semester, which begins August 18. The deadline to apply for the scholarship is July 16. For details about this scholarship and other opportunities, visit the “Ways to Pay” section of the College’s website at www.cfk.edu. Dr. Mallinson is looking to grow the scholarship fund. “I encourage anyone whose life was touched by Julie or any nurse who provided exceptional care to consider contributing to the Julie Eckard RN Scholarship fund. Our world needs more nurses. This scholarship is an excellent way to invest in deserving students and the future of health care.” Donations to the Julie Eckard RN Scholarship fund can be made online at www.cfk.edu/give or by contacting Lana Gaspari, CFK Vice President of Advancement and CFK Foundation Executive Director, at 305-809-3214 or foundation@cfk.edu. Gifts to the CFK Foundation are tax-deductible.  KEY WEST, FL, May 22, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys encourages future and current students to apply for scholarships for the fall 2023 semester by the deadline of June 4. Criteria for scholarships range widely to accommodate and assist a variety of students. Scholarship descriptions and criteria can be viewed on the College’s website at cfk.academicworks.com. There is no limit to the number of scholarships for which a student may apply or be awarded.
CFK’s fall semester begins August 18. Students must be registered for fall classes to be eligible for fall scholarships. For more information and guidance about scholarships, contact the CFK Foundation at foundation@cfk.edu or 305-809-3153. For information about becoming a student, visit CFK.edu/FutureStudents, contact recruiter@cfk.edu or call 305-809-3207.  KEY WEST, FL, May 9, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys invites prospective students, their family members, and the community to learn about CFK Academy at an information event on Thursday, May 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the new CFK Academy building on the Key West Campus. New Principal Dr. Wendy McPherson will present the academic acceleration opportunities available at the new tuition-free charter high school and provide a preview of possible class options. College representatives will answer questions and provide guidance about enrolling. Those interested in attending the event are asked to R.S.V.P. on the CFK Academy webpage at CFK.edu/CFKAcademy.
CFK Academy, which opens in August, focuses on college and career readiness with curriculum centered on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and Career Technical Education (CTE). Project-based learning experiences provide students with hands-on engagement in the learning process beyond the traditional classroom to develop communication, critical-thinking, and communication skills. CFK Academy students are encouraged to earn college credit through the College’s Dual Enrollment program in classes conveniently located on the same campus as the high school. Motivated students can graduate with their high school diploma as well as an associate degree, certificate, and/or industry certification. There is no cost to attend CFK Academy, including college-level classes. The application for the 2023- 24 school year can be found on the CFK website at CFK.edu/CFKAcademy. Space is limited. CFK Academy will start with grades nine through 11 in its inaugural year and will add grade 12 in the 2024- 25 school year.  KEY WEST, FL, April 13, 2023— The College of the Florida Keys will showcase the talent and creativity of its students at the annual Student Art Show in the Library Gallery on the Key West Campus. Join art students, art faculty, and art lovers from the Keys community to celebrate a year’s worth of artistic accomplishments at the opening reception on Wednesday, April 19, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event, sponsored by the CFK Foundation, is free and open to the public. Leading up to the event, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Mud-Pi ceramics student club will host a “seconds sale” at the Ceramics Studio, located in the back of the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center. Student crafted pottery will be for sale, as well as paella from 3 to 5 p.m.
The Student Art Show will feature a variety of artwork created by students this past year, including pottery, photography, and sculptures. Some pieces will be for sale with proceeds going to the student artists as well as the Library Gallery Fund. Several awards will be given for each category, including the prestigious $1,000 “Jay Gogin Excellence in Visual Arts Award,” named after the late CFK Artist in Residence and ceramics instructor. Attendees will be invited to cast votes for the winner of the “People’s Choice” award. For more information, contact Kristina Neihouse, Director, Learning Resource Center. kristina.neihouse@cfk.edu or 305-809-3501. |
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