BFC Speaker Series
The BFC Speaker Series seeks to host an evening of intellectual curiosity and a continued exploration of lifelong learning.
Thank you to everyone who attended
"Reclaiming the Joy of Life: K.C. Ryan's Story"
— BFC'S FALL LECTURE SERIES —
The recording is now available to view below.
Stay tuned for the next installment coming soon!
In October 2026, K.C. Ryan shared his remarkable journey through adversity, personal struggles and recovery, reminding us of the power of perseverance, accountability and choosing a new path. From his football career to the unexpected connection to the Heisman Trophy, his story gave us plenty to reflect on! The recording is now available online to view!
In February 2026, the BFC English Department hosted its inaugural Speaker Series discussion, "The Creative Mind." Our panelists discussed their experiences with their own creativity, what it means in the current technological age, plus their routines and lessons over their years. The recording is now available online to view!
Featured Panelists from "The Creative Mind"
Evan Hughes is our beloved art teacher right here at BFC! He has inspired the creative drives of dozen of Ventures throughout his tenure, and continues to grow the artistic talents through various mediums.
Ziggy Klett is a comedian, actor and playwright. He's performed over 1000 stand up performances, has shared stages with Tim Allen, Dave Coullier and Brad Garrett. Ziggy performs his one man show, 47 Chairs, throughout the Midwest and Off-Broadway in NYC.
Olaf "Chip" Kroneman is a published author of fiction and non fiction. His first novel , Detroit Heroic, will be published later this year (2026).