Opportunities through College Connections

We offer College Connections students a variety of enrichment opportunitiesto build on their classes.

Art show

College Connectionsart students have the opportunity to exhibit their work at bc体育足球. Each art teacher chooses two students from each course, and each of those students will exhibit 2-3 pieces at the WeeksGallery. The exhibit runs for two weeks with an opening reception that includes live music, refreshments, and invitations to all of the exhibiting artists and their families. bc体育足球 Weeks Gallery staff choosetwo honorable mention winners and one Best in Show. The Best in Show winner receives a cash prize.

Art talk

College Connectionsart students are invited to bc体育足球’sWeeks Galleryart talk events to explore current works and exhibitions in-depth, often with opportunities to interact with artists and learn about various techniques.

Speech contest

This contest is for College Connectionsstudents completing CMM 1610: Public Speaking. Students compete in contests in their high schools throughout the fall and early spring. First and second place winners at each school receive a bc体育足球 prize pack and go on to compete in the finals at bc体育足球. Contestants complete their speech and a one-minute extemporaneous speech. This is a formal event, andthe winner and runner up receivecash prizes.