Office of the President (J. David Armstrong, Jr.), 1972–2019, 1957–2019 (bulk Armstrong presidency 2007–2018; historical materials extend before/after)
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 1 Linear Feet 4 boxes: mixed print, photographic, digital, and object materials.
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
Record Group 842, Office of the President (J. David Armstrong, Jr.), 1972–2019, Broward College Archives.
Background
- Scope and content:
This collection documents the activities, milestones, and external engagements of President Armstrong's office and includes earlier and later presidential files that provide historical context for the presidency. Contents are a mix of resolutions, proclamations, Board of Trustees materials, college and international partnerships, awards and recognitions, photographs, event programs, speeches, press clippings, and special reports. Highlights include documentation on facility dedications, pivotal college initiatives (e.g., Pathways, international programs), major celebrations, and community relationships.
- Biographical / historical:
J. David Armstrong, Jr. served as the sixth president of Broward College from July 2007 to June 2018, following prior service as Chancellor of Florida's Division of Community Colleges. His 11-year tenure marked significant expansion in academic programs, campus infrastructure, and international partnerships. Armstrong oversaw the introduction of Broward's baccalaureate degrees, spearheaded national award-winning initiatives in student success and workforce development, and guided the institution through key rebranding and accreditation milestones. Under his leadership, Broward College was repeatedly recognized among America's top community colleges, notably as a finalist in the Aspen Institute Prize for Community College Excellence. Armstrong's efforts included modernizing college operations, advancing Pathways@BC for guided student achievement, and expanding access to higher education across the South Florida region and internationally.
- Arrangement:
Arranged chronologically and by subject in four boxes, with individual files described below.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Access and use
- Restrictions:
Open for research. Certain materials may have restrictions due to fragility or privacy.
- Terms of access:
Responsibility for securing copyright permission rests with the researcher. Reproduction is subject to material condition and institutional policy.
- Preferred citation:
Record Group 842, Office of the President (J. David Armstrong, Jr.), 1972–2019, Broward College Archives.
- Location of this collection:
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3501 Davie RoadDavieFL33314USA
