This year at Broward College, I have the pleasure of serving as Chair of the 2018 Festival of Music, Film, Literature and Art (MFLA) at Broward College's South Campus and the Partnership Centers. This year's theme is Crossing Borders, which focuses on immigration and ideas that extend beyond it. Faculty and staff host 13 events over the course of one week. Events are free to students, faculty, staff and the public. However, RSVP for events at bjones4@broward.edu if you wish to attend them. From movie screenings to music performances and then pane discussions... there is something for everyone. Joins us for a week in celebrating the Arts and Letters.
What is your legacy? On Saturday, March 10th at 3pm EST, we will begin a new discussion on legacy. During this Turning Point Series, the question of legacy is one of the most important questions you should be asking yourself as you make that ultimate decision how to pursue your passions. As I watched the Oscars and the Olympics, I saw people at the top of their professions earning their spots in history. Their hard work and dedication to their crafts awarded them the chance to be among the very best in their industries. A great part of their legacies is not just the medals, statues and recognitions they were given, but the hard work they and excellence they displayed on the world stage. The
Thank you, South Florida Writers Association for hosting the 8th annual Mango Writers Conference on Saturday, 2/24/18. Thank you for inviting me as this year's keynote speaker. My presentation was titled, "Writing and Publishing in an Age of Digital Rhetoric". My goal was to inspire writers to think outside of the box about writing and publishing in today. From unique facts about the industry to forward-thinking apps and other online sources, the speech provided tools writers can readily implement. The Mango Writers Conference convenes South Florida writers for a one-day learning experience. From concurrent workshop sessions to author showcases of works, the conference inspires all to think
