Saint Francis University Office of International Education

06/04/2026

🏆📸 The results of the 2026 SFU Spring Scuba Trip Photo Contest are in!

Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 Camilla Short
Topside Photography & Overall Winner

🥈 Dylan Klenoshek
Marine Life Photography & 2nd Place Overall

🥉 Abigail King
Diver Photography & 3rd Place Overall

These photos capture some of the unforgettable experiences, marine life, and adventures our students encountered during the International Marine Science Program in Key Largo, Florida.

The winners will receive scuba prizes and recognition from the International Education Office.

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos and to all who took the time to vote!

For anyone who did not have the opportunity to vote but would still like to view the entries, you can browse the full gallery here:
🔗https://pollunit.com/polls/LmegmFDzvQjmAL57pVqbmA

05/28/2026

🌊📸 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! 📸🌊

Today is the final day to vote for your favorite photos from our International Marine Science trip to Key Largo, Florida! 🐠☀️

From incredible marine life shots to unforgettable underwater moments, our students captured some amazing memories during their study abroad experience.

Cast your vote before the polls close tonight! ⬇️
https://pollunit.com/polls/LmegmFDzvQjmAL57pVqbmA

05/21/2026

Voting link - https://pollunit.com/polls/LmegmFDzvQjmAL57pVqbmA

05/18/2026

This is what happy faces after a week in Key Largo look like 😄🌊☀️

Tired? Yes.
Sunburnt? Probably.
Memories for life? Absolutely. 🐠✈️

05/11/2026

Off they go! 🌊🐠✈️

Our Saint Francis University students and faculty have officially departed for Key Largo, Florida, for an unforgettable International Marine Science experience.

Over the next week, students will combine classroom learning with hands-on exploration of one of the world’s most fascinating marine ecosystems.

We wish the entire group safe travels, incredible discoveries, and memories that will last a lifetime!

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

💡 #5: Key Largo has a Hollywood connection!
Long before it became a popular travel destination, Key Largo made its mark on the big screen.
🎬 The classic film Key Largo helped put this destination on the map
⭐ Starring Humphrey Bogart
⭐ And Lauren Bacall
With its tropical setting and timeless charm, it’s easy to see why this place became a Hollywood favorite.
From underwater adventures to rare wildlife—and even a bit of movie history—Key Largo truly has it all 🌴✨
Thanks for following along with our series… now it’s time for the real adventure to begin! 🌎✈️

04/29/2026

Congratulations, Dakota Corle, on receiving the Ursula Pawlowski Memorial / Dr. Vincent and Joyce Remillard International Scholars Award—well deserved! 🌍🎉

04/27/2026

🌊 Key Largo Countdown: 5 Things You Should Know
💡 #4: You can find BOTH alligators and crocodiles in South Florida!
Sounds unusual? That’s because it is.
🐊 The American Alligator
🐊 The American Crocodile
South Florida is one of the ONLY places in the world where these two species exist together in the wild.
It’s a rare ecosystem—and just one more reason why this region is so fascinating to explore.
Nature here isn’t just beautiful… it’s unique in ways you won’t see anywhere else 🌿✨
Stay tuned—just one more to go!

04/23/2026

🌊 Key Largo Countdown: 5 Things You Should Know
💡 #3: Key Largo is the first (northernmost) key in the Florida Keys!
The Florida Keys are a chain of tropical islands stretching off southern Florida—and Key Largo is where it all begins.
🌉 Connected by a series of scenic bridges
🌊 Surrounded by stunning turquoise waters
🛣️ Starting point of the famous Overseas Highway
It’s not just a destination—it’s the gateway to one of the most unique island chains in the U.S.
More to come as we continue exploring what makes Key Largo so special ✨