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The Center for Consumer Health Informatics Research (CCHIR) at Nova Southeastern University has been designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a WHO Collaborating Center in Consumer Health Informatics. This represents the first such Collaborating Center designation by the WHO specific to consumer health informatics in the world. The…
NSU Clinical Operations CEO Recognized as Chamber Hero
Congratulations to Robert Oller, D.O., CEO of Nova Southeastern University’s Division of Clinical Operations., who has been recognized by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce as a “Chamber Hero” for his humanitarian efforts and generous service to the community. Chamber Heroes are Chamber members who help non-profit organizations in…
President Hanbury Named Honorary Chair of Broward Walk Now for Autism Speaks Event
Nova Southeastern University President George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D., has been named honorary walk chair of the Broward Walk Now for Autism Speaks event. Autism Speaks is the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization. As honorary walk chair, Hanbury will be responsible for hosting and promoting the annual Broward…
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Professor Publishes Biography of Thurgood Marshall
Charles Zelden, professor at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, published Thurgood Marshall: Race, Rights, and the Struggle for a More Perfect Union (Routledge Historical Americans) in May 2013. The succinct biography details Marshall’s storied legal career, including his service as an Associate Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court…
NSU’s Public Safety Department Hosts Annual Award of Merit Luncheon
Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Public Safety Department recently held its Award of Merit ceremony, which coincided with Public Safety’s 25th Anniversary of dedicated service to the NSU community. The emcee for the event was Public Safety Director Jim Ewing, and approximately eighty people attended, including University President and Chief Executive…
Computer & Information Sciences School Hosts Open House, June 8
Nova Southeastern University’s Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences (GSCIS) will be hosting a campus Open House for all prospective students on Saturday, June 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Meet with admissions managers, financial aid experts and faculty members and discover which of their programs – from…
Third Annual “A Night in Roma,” June 10
The Nova Southeastern University Department of Athletics will host its third annual “A Night in Roma” benefiting the Tony Segreto Athletic Scholarship Fund on Monday, June 10 at 6 pm in the Arena at the Don Taft University Center. The event replicates Mulberry Street with high-end restaurant booths, musical entertainment featuring…
2013 Undergraduate Commencement: Celebrating the Success of NSU’s Graduating Class
More than 900 NSU students crossed the stage at the 2013 Undergraduate Commencement ceremony on May 11 at the BB&T Center in Sunrise. Thousands of friends and family members, as well as more than 120 NSU faculty members, joined in celebrating the achievements of the graduating students from NSU’s Farquhar…
Turning the Tables on Dental Education; Students Select “Best Waxer”
Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine announces the completion of the inaugural Wax Off competition hosted by the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) NSU’s Student Chapter. On April 8 in the dental simulation lab, dental professors competed for the title of NSU’s “Best Waxer.” Each professor had 30…
College of Dental Medicine Mourns Loss of Associate Dean
Dominick P. DePaola, D.D.S., Ph.D., an associate academic dean at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine passed away in April. He was 70. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., DePaola received a B.S. degree from St. Francis College in 1964 and a D.D.S. degree from New York University in 1969. Following…
Medical Student Elected to Lead National Student Group
Third-year Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-COM) student Britani Martinez was recently elected national president elect for the American Medical Student Association (AMSA). As national president, she will chair the AMSA Board of Trustees, the organization’s highest governing body. After her graduation in May 2014, she will take…
NSU Medical School Professor Chosen Secretary/Treasurer
Edward Packer, D.O., FAAP, FACOP, chair & professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine was recently elected secretary/ treasurer for the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians (ACOP). He will also become chair of the college’s committees on finance and membership. In addition, Packer…
Health Professions Division Communications Director Wins Top Writing Award
Scott Colton, APR, director of medical communications and public relations for Nova Southeastern University’s Health Professions Division, received a Best Feature Story or Article Award in the AACOM Communications Awards Competition held during the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) Annual Meeting, which took place April 24-27 in…
NSU to Launch Respiratory Therapy Program
Nova Southeastern University’s College of Health Care Sciences will offer Florida’s first-ever bachelor of science in respiratory therapy for licensed registered respiratory therapists (RRT). The program, which offers students a bachelor of science degree, will start in October at NSU’s Palm Beach Student Educational Center (SEC). “Our unique respiratory program…
NSU’s Undergraduate Programs Announce the 2012–2013 Outstanding Students
Graduating seniors, selected by faculty and academic leadership in their respective school and/or division, will be recognized during this year’s Commencement ceremony, for their academic achievements and service to the community.
Representatives from College of Optometry Attend Bill Signing
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry leadership and faculty were present when Gov. Rick Scott signed into law a bill that expands the drug-prescribing powers of optometrists. Gov. Scott signed the bill (HB 239) on April 19. The state now allows optometrists to prescribe oral medications — including pills —…
NSU to Launch Respiratory Therapy Program
Nova Southeastern University’s College of Health Care Sciences will offer Florida’s first-ever bachelor degree program in respiratory therapy for licensed registered respiratory therapists (RRT). Classes start in September.
With warm water and calm seas, Summer time is the official dive season in South Florida. This summer, the Nova Southeastern University Academic Diving Program (NSUADP) is offering all levels of scuba courses for students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Here are just some of the courses offered: Scuba…