By Boca Vibe
Area Students Honored With Holocaust Education Awards
Boca Raton, FL – Florida Atlantic University has recognized high school and middle school students from across Florida as winners of the Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection Contest, an initiative sponsored by FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
- Students were invited to create original works that reflected on the importance of Holocaust education and its relevance to contemporary society.
- The contest aimed to promote critical thinking, empathy, and understanding among young people about the devastating consequences of prejudice and hatred.
The winners were selected from a pool of over 100 submissions, and their works will be showcased at an upcoming exhibition at FAU’s Boca Raton campus.
Winners’ Works to Be Featured in Upcoming Exhibition
- The winning students will have their original works displayed at the exhibition, which is expected to take place later this year.
- The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of Holocaust education and its significance in promoting tolerance and understanding.
FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters sponsored the contest as part of its commitment to fostering critical thinking, creativity, and empathy among young people.
About the Contest
- The Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection Contest is an annual initiative that encourages students to reflect on the importance of Holocaust education.
- The contest is open to high school and middle school students from across Florida, and winners are selected based on their originality, creativity, and thought-provoking content.
By promoting critical thinking, empathy, and understanding among young people, the contest aims to create a more informed and compassionate society.
Contact Information
For more information about the Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection Contest, please contact FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at [insert contact information].
Official city info: City of Boca Raton.
Source: Original Report