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Spring 2010 Schedule

The Faith and Life Convocation Series brings the college community together on a regular basis for outstanding presentations and programs. Florida Southern College believes that an educational institution based on the liberal arts should expose students to a broad range of issues – religious, aesthetic, moral, as well as intellectual – and therefore your attendance is required. It is one of the many ways in which the college is committed to providing educational excellence.

All events take place at 10:10 a.m. in Branscomb Auditorium, unless otherwise noted, and are open to the public.

Spring 2010

Photo: Apostle J.L. Cash and Praise
Apostle J.L. Cash and Praise

Wednesday, January 20
Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Featuring Apostle J.L. Cash and Praise from the House of Blues Gospel Brunch
Music has communicated trials and tribulations through the years. This Convo celebrates the amazing life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and energizes you with music that’s described as R & B Gospel with a contemporary flair.

Convo Encore: Tuesday, January 26, 2 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.; Wednesday, January 27, 10:10 a.m.
(President's Dining Room)

Photo: Blake Mycoskie
Blake Mycoskie

Wednesday, February 17  
Blake Mycoskie, Founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes, Inc.

TOMS’ simple promise to give a pair of new shoes to children in need around the world with every pair sold is revolutionizing the way consumers shop. The One for One business model has encouraged conscientious consumers to purchase and give more than 140,000 pairs of new shoes to children in need in just 3 years. By the end of 2009, TOMS will give an additional 300,000 pairs of new shoes to children in need all around the world, including at home in the U.S.

Convo Encore: Tuesday, February 23, 2 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.; Wednesday, February 24, 10:10 a.m.
(President's Dining Room)

Dr. Stephen R. Covey
Dr. Stephen R. Covey

Thursday, March 18  -- 11 a.m.
Founders Day Speaker – Dr. Stephen R. Covey

Internationally celebrated leadership consultant, Dr. Covey is the best-selling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People, The 8th Habit, The Leader in Me and, most recently, Predictable Results in Unpredictable Times.

Convo Encore: Tuesday, March 23 at 2 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.; Wednesday, March 24 at 10:10 a.m. (President's Dining Room)


Recorded versions of the Convocation programs will be available for students the following week. More about Convo Encores »

Times, dates, and programs are subject to change.


Last year's lineup of speakers included:

• New York Times bestselling author, Da Chen

• Motivational speaker, Yolanda Fairell

• Honorary Chancellor G. Wayne Clough, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

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