The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) honored veterans as part of its festivities on Community Day on Saturday, November 2 at the Key West Campus. CFK President Dr. Jonathan Gueverra delivered his annual Salute to Veterans, honoring Major Mark Tobin, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, CFK alumnus, CFK employee, and CFK scholarship supporter.
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 Wednesday, November 6 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.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites the community to attend a CFK Poetics event on Thursday, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Willliams Theatre on the Key West Campus. Acclaimed poet Gabrielle Calvocoressi will present a live reading of her work and take questions from the audience. The event is free for all attendees.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites all to its tenth annual Community Day on Saturday, November 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on the Key West Campus. The free, family-friendly event will feature a full slate of attractions—including CFK academic showcases, interactive exhibits, live performances, a bounce house and other children's activities, vendors, music, free food and drinks, and free T-shirts.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK)’s Institute for Public Safety (IPS) held a graduation ceremony for Basic Law Enforcement Academy #90 on October 11 at the Key West Campus. Eighteen cadets successfully completed the 770-hour training program. Upon passing the state certification exam, each will be eligible to become a Florida Law Enforcement Officer.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) Foundation, in partnership with Island Tales, invites the community to participate in a Creepy Campus Ghost Tour on Sunday, October 13 or Monday, October 28. The hour-long walks through the Key West Campus will be held at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. both evenings. Island Tales tour guide Amy Andrade and will share ghost tales and spooky legends about haunted lighthouses, murder, betrayal, diseases, natural disasters, and ghosts that haunt the Florida Keys. Light refreshments will be served.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites prospective students to learn more about the various academic and career training opportunities available at CFK through its “Future Student” virtual event on Thursday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites prospective students to learn about its Apprenticeships in Construction Technologies at a virtual information event on Thursday, September 26 at 5:30 p.m. CFK is offering HVAC and Plumbing programs in Key West and the Upper Keys this upcoming Spring semester, which begins January 10. The deadline to apply is November 1.
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites the community to attend its CFK Poetics event on September 19 at 5:30 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 Kim Addonizio. She will read some of her work and take questions from the audience. The event is free for all attendees.
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 Tuesday, September 17 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 delve into the history behind the creation of the U.S. Constitution. CFK History instructor Charles Goulding will examine the pivotal events leading up to and during its drafting to provide an understanding of the founders' intentions and decisions. He will focus on key sections of the Constitution, providing an in-depth look at some of its most significant parts and how it remains relevant today.
