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SharkBytes Archive August 2018
Alumni Spotlight: FCE Graduate Named Dean of Elizabeth Campus at Union County College
Lester Sandres Rápalo, Ed.D., graduate of NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education, has been appointed Dean of Elizabeth Campus at Union County College. His previous appointments include Dean of the Social Sciences, Business and History Division at Union County College in 2015, and Interim Dean of Elizabeth Campus. Rápalo…
The Bachelor of Science in Cardiovascular Sonography Program at NSU’s Tampa Campus has seen seven exciting years of growth, community outreach, and new technology in health care education. The program was created to meet the demand for entry-level sonographers educated in two specialties of medical ultrasound: adult cardiac and…
These are exciting times at Nova Southeastern University. Thanks to the transformational gift from Dr. Pallavi Patel, M.D., and Dr. Kiran C. Patel, M.D., the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences and its Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) are poised to attain world-class status in the…
Nova Southeastern University, in partnership with the NSU Bookstore, will be unveiling its new identity for the first time at the UC Shark Store. Come by to check out NSU’s new logo and purchase newly branded apparel and swag! Wednesday, August 15 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 20% discount for…
Since its creation in 2004, the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences’ Department of Health Science Medical Sonography Program has “talked the talk and walked the walk,” evolving into one of the most prestigious sonography programs in the United States and abroad. Guided by the vision, mission, and…
CAHSS Faculty Brings 13 Students from Genocide in the 20th Century and Beyond Class to Europe
Gary Gershman, J.D., Ph.D., professor in the Department of History and Political Science in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) escorted 13 students from his course, Genocide in the 20th Century and Beyond, to Krakow, Poland; the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp; Budapest, Hungary, and various locations in Serbia…
Sharkapalooza, one of the great traditions at NSU, is the highlight of the University’s Week of Welcome (WOW). Count on Sharkapalooza to be a memorable welcome-home event, featuring a student organization/department fair, booths from our local community vendors, performances, great prizes, activity booths, and free food! Did we also say…
Gesulla Cavanaugh, Ph.D. from the Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing was invited to present her collaborative research with Vanessa Johnson, Ph.D., “Association Analyses Reveal Genomic, Epigenetic, Environmental, and Therapeutic Networks in Autism Linked Pathways” at the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) 2018 Boot Camp, “Precision Health: Smart…
Seventh annual TEDxNSU focused on “the little things”
For the seventh year, speakers took to the stage at Nova Southeastern University as part of the independently organized TEDxNSU conference. Nine speakers participated in the sold out March 2018 event. Each year, the conference is co-organized by Associate Professors Leanne Boucher and W. Matthew Collins, Ph.D., and faculty members in the College of Psychology’s Department…
Learn about RecWell programs, get a free t-shirt, enjoy health snacks, and more! Bring your swimwear in case you want to take a dip in the pool, try log rolling, pool volleyball, or basketball. Monday, August 20, 2018 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. RecPlex, Leisure Pool Don Taft University Center For more…
Historical Overview of the NSU Doctor of Audiology United States Program-Part 1
Responding to changes in the educational climate and direction of the audiology profession, Barbara Packer-Muti, Ed.D., Au.D., CCC-SLP, executive director of institutional and community engagement, designed the NSU post-master’s Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) Program as part of the required leadership coursework for the Ed D Program. In her faculty position…
Sharks Volleyball Releases 2018 Schedule
Nova Southeastern head volleyball coach Jennifer King has announced the schedule for the 2018 season, set to begin on Aug. 24 at the Ashland University Tournament in Ashland, Ohio. The Sharks are slated to play in 30 matches, including 13 inside the Rick Case Arena. FULL RELEASE
ITA Honors NSU Women’s Tennis with Individual, Team Awards
The Nova Southeastern women’s tennis team has been recognized by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) both individually and collectively, as Ivana Djordjevic, Andrea Ivanovic, Ana Navas and Nastassia Rubel have earned ITA Scholar-Athlete honors in addition to the Sharks being selected as a 2018 ITA All-Academic Team. FULL RELEASE
Watts, Sharks Reveal 2018 Men’s Soccer Schedule
The memory of eight wins, including four straight at the close of last season, will have Nova Southeastern out to prove it’s a program that has turned the corner when the 2018 campaign kicks into gear on Thursday, Aug. 30 against Mississippi College. FULL RELEASE
Both Track and Field Teams, Four Individuals Earn USTFCCCA All-Academic Honors
Both the Nova Southeastern men’s and women’s track and field teams were named among the 2018 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Division II All-Academic Track and Field teams. In addition to the team honors, three student-athletes from women’s track and field team and one from…
NSU Men’s Golf Releases First Fall Schedule Under Marino
Nearly two months from the start of the 2018-19 season, first-year head coach Joey Marino has announced the fall schedule for the Nova Southeastern men’s golf team. FULL RELEASE
Bernadette Bruce Named Director, Office of Publications and Creative Services
Nova Southeastern University has selected Bernadette Bruce as director, Office of Publications and Creative Services. Marc Crocquet, vice president for the Division of Business Services announced the appointment on July 2. Bruce has a 24-year track record of leading communications initiatives for corporations and nonprofit organizations. As NSU’s first director…
NSU Professor Weighs in on Final Debate for Democratic Candidates Running for Governor
Florida’s five Democratic candidates for governor met on the debate stage earlier this week. It was the fifth debate so far, but only the second to feature all five contenders. Prior to the event, CBS 4 Miami spoke with NSU professor Charles Zelden, Ph.D., about what key things to watch…
NSU Student Competes in U.S. Collegiate Figure Skating Championship
Cailey Weaver competed on behalf of Nova Southeastern University at this year’s U.S. Collegiate Figure Skating Championships. Weaver, a competitive skater for more than 16 years, won fourth place in both the short program and free skate events. In addition to being a competitive figure skater, Weaver is an Honors…
CAHSS Alum Presents at 2018 Hwa Kang International Conference at Chinese Culture University
Jenny Chang, Ph.D., graduate of the doctoral program in the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies, in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), presented at the 2018 Hwa Kang International Conference on English Language & Literature organized by Chinese Culture University. Chang’s presentation was entitled, “Teaching ESP Course…