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Handleman Hall is home to a variety of classes
Title
Handleman Hall is home to a variety of classes.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Handleman Hall is home to a variety of classes, including English, mathematics, and history.
Date Issued
1999
Identifier
BC350, 53A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC350
Hanson modeled his sculptures with gray polyvinyl body filler
Title
Hanson modeled his sculptures with gray polyvinyl body filler.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Hanson modeled his sculptures with gray polyvinyl body filler, airbrushed and painted skin, and then added hair and other details. Finally, he dressed them and added accessories. Hanson died in 1996, 11 days before his 71st birthday.
Date Issued
1987
Identifier
BC374, 66B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC374
Here, landscape workers plant coconut palms at the east entrance of the campus
Title
Here, landscape workers plant coconut palms at the east entrance of the campus.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Here, landscape workers plant coconut palms at the east entrance of the campus. When the campus opened in August 1963, it had 7 buildings spread out over 152-acres; it was built on land donated by the United States government. Other fixtures on Central Campus at the time of its opening were temporary trailers for the bookstore and horticulture program.
Date Issued
1963
Identifier
BC282, 15B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC282
Hurricane Andrew came aground in South Florida on August 24, 1992
Title
Hurricane Andrew came aground in South Florida on August 24, 1992.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Hurricane Andrew came aground in South Florida on August 24, 1992. While much of southern Miami-Dade County was leveled, Broward County damage was moderate. BCC's most dramatic damage was at the Tigertail Watersports Complex, where Australian pines crashed onto a trailer.
Date Issued
1992
Identifier
BC418, 97
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC418
Hurricane Andrew's damage to Central Campus was largely confined to signs and trees
Title
Hurricane Andrew's damage to Central Campus was largely confined to signs and trees.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Hurricane Andrew's damage to Central Campus was largely confined to signs and trees, as shown in this view of the west side of the campus.
Date Issued
1992
Identifier
BC419, 98A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC419
In 1980, as part of the college's 20th birthday celebration
Title
In 1980, as part of the college's 20th birthday celebration.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In 1980, as part of the college's 20th birthday celebration, buildings on Central Campus were dedicated to honor individuals of importance to the college. The Central Campus administration building was named Joe B. Rushing Hall in honor of the founding president of the college.
Date Issued
1980
Identifier
BC342, 49A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC342
In 1992, the Tigertail Watersports Center joined with the Center for Business and Industry
Title
In 1992, the Tigertail Watersports Center joined with the Center for Business and Industry.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In 1992, the Tigertail Watersports Center joined with the Center for Business and Industry to establish the Ropes Challenge Course. The course is a series of exercises that help build teamwork and leadership skills as small groups work collaboratively to conquer specific tasks.
Date Issued
1992
Identifier
BC398, 81B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC398
In addition to college-transfer curriculum
Title
In addition to college-transfer curriculum.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In addition to college-transfer curriculum, the college offered courses of particular value to South Floridians, such as ornamental horticulture. Prof. Albert Will (left) discusses the fishtail palm with his students in 1964. Will served as the ornamental horticulture program's director.
Date Issued
1964
Identifier
BC288, 19A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC288
In her autobiography, Rita Will: Memoir of a Literary Rabble-Rouser, author, screenwriter, and BCC alumna Rita Mae Brown
Title
In her autobiography, Rita Will: Memoir of a Literary Rabble-Rouser, author, screenwriter, and BCC alumna Rita Mae Brown.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In her autobiography, Rita Will: Memoir of a Literary Rabble-Rouser, author, screenwriter, and BCC alumna Rita Mae Brown wrote that the college was "a couple of buildings and a mess of sandspurs." Those sandspurs are evident along the sidewalk from the science lecture theater to the library. The young college, Brown added, "offered little by way of aesthetics, yet a lot by way of education."
Date Issued
1963
Identifier
BC285, 17
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC285
In its 40-plus years, BCC has positioned itself as one of America's finest community colleges
Title
In its 40-plus years, BCC has positioned itself as one of America's finest community colleges.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In its 40-plus years, BCC has positioned itself as one of America's finest community colleges, but as a relatively young institution of higher learning, the sky is still the limit.
Date Issued
2000
Identifier
BC469, 128
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC469
In November 1997, the BCC Foundation honored former United States Sen. George Smathers, left, and Rep. Paul Rogers
Title
In November 1997, the BCC Foundation honored former United States Sen. George Smathers, left, and Rep. Paul Rogers.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In November 1997, the BCC Foundation honored former United States Sen. George Smathers, left, and Rep. Paul Rogers with a plaque commemorating their efforts in obtaining land on which to build Central Campus. The plaque is permanently mounted on a pedestal in the garden at Joe B. Rushing Hall.
Date Issued
1997
Identifier
BC425, 102
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC425
In October 1979, the 1,200-set performing arts center was dedicated
Title
In October 1979, the 1,200-set performing arts center was dedicated.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In October 1979, the 1,200-set performing arts center was dedicated. Each seat has clean sight lines and excellent sound.
Date Issued
1980
Identifier
BC332, 43B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC332
In recent years, the college has invited candidates and lawmakers
Title
In recent years, the college has invited candidates and lawmakers.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
In recent years, the college has invited candidates and lawmakers onto BCC's campuses so they can learn about the college and its role in the community. In this picture, Rep. Jack Seiler of Wilton Manors (second from left) responds to a question during a candidate's forum.
Date Issued
2000
Identifier
BC441, 112B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC441
International education has long been a focus of the college
Title
International education has long been a focus of the college.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
International education has long been a focus of the college. Terri K.T. Ng Hew, president of Kalej [sic] Damansara Utama in Selangar [sic], Malaysia, presents Dr. Adams with a memento of her visit.
Date Issued
1983
Identifier
BC313, 34A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC313
Irene Fischley, benefactor for BCC's health sciences programs
Title
Irene Fischley, benefactor for BCC's health sciences programs.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Irene Fischley, benefactor for BCC's health sciences programs, proudly stands at dedication ceremonies for the Health Science Center II in February 1997. Also pictured are trustees Katharine Barry, Jan Cummings, Leon Watts, Frank Ortis, Mario Cartaya, Dr. Holcombe, North Campus Provost Dr. Larry McFarlane, and Dr. Wanda Thomas.
Date Issued
1997
Identifier
BC408, 88
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC408
John H. Payne addresses the audience at dedication ceremonies
Title
John H. Payne addresses the audience at dedication ceremonies.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
John H. Payne addresses the audience at dedication ceremonies for the building that bears his name. A member of the college's advisory committee, Payne also served as one of the college trustees through September 1987 and remains a staunch supporter of the college.
Date Issued
1980
Identifier
BC352, 54A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC352
John Payne served as a member of the Advisory Board
Title
John Payne served as a member of the Advisory Board.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
John Payne served as a member of the Advisory Board and also as a member of the BCC District Board of Trustees from 1968 to 1987. An attorney, he is also one of two South Floridians who serves as a trustee to the Emil Buehler Trust, which has provided more than $1 million in support to the college.
Date Issued
1960
Identifier
BC279, 14A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC279
Judson A. Samuels, for whom the South Campus is named
Title
Judson A. Samuels, for whom the South Campus is named.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Judson A. Samuels, for whom the South Campus is named, served as a member of the BCC Advisory Committee in 1959 and as a member of the District Board of Trustees from 1971 until his death on April 29, 1974. A graduate of the University of Miami College of Law, he worked many years as an attorney in Hollywood and was a distinguished community activist in southern Broward County.
Date Issued
1959
Identifier
BC278, 13B
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC278
Judy Bowen became vice president for development
Title
Judy Bowen became vice president for development.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Judy Bowen became vice president for development and executive director of the BCC Foundation as it began its $12 million Campaign 2000 in 1996, but helped reach its goal two years before the anticipated completion date. Under her guidance, the foundation's assets have reached $55 million.
Date Issued
2000
Identifier
BC426, 103A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC426
Kimara March, who had been home-schooled until she began classes at BCC
Title
Kimara March, who had been home-schooled until she began classes at BCC.
Name/Creator
Thuma, Cynthia
Abstract/Description
Kimara March, who had been home-schooled until she began classes at BCC, was named Florida Community College Student of the Year by Florida Leader magazine in 1997. Also a member of the USA Today All-America Academic Team, March went on to the University of Florida, then to medical school at Georgetown University.
Date Issued
1997
Identifier
BC455, 121A
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/broward/fd/BC455

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