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This version of SharkBytes has been archived as of February 28, 2019. To search through archived articles, visit nova.edu/search. To access the new version of SharkBytes, visit sharkbytes.nova.edu.
News Releases
NSU Sponsoring & Participating in Unprecedented Thousand Youth March to Abolish Bullying – Nov. 16
Members of the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) community and their families will join Broward County school children to call for humane, bully-free schools at the Thousand Youth March for Humanity on Sunday, Nov. 16 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Nonprofit to hold Fundraiser for Cancer Research at Nova Southeastern University
The Royal Dames of Cancer Research Inc. is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 22 to raise money for groundbreaking cancer research at Nova Southeastern University (NSU).
NSU to Host 43rd Annual Snowflake Gala Luncheon and Online Auction
Nova Southeastern University’s Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies (MSI), along with presenting sponsor J.R. Dunn Jewelers, will host the 43rd Annual Snowflake Gala luncheon on Nov. 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ft. Lauderdale Grande Hotel and Yacht Club.
Nova Southeastern University Expands Academic Operations in Southwest Florida
NSU has expanded its academic operations in Southwest Florida by moving into a four-story, 60,000-square-foot facility in Ft. Myers. The facility allows the university to offer more educational programs for Southwest Florida residents
he Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE) has officially moved their headquarters to NSU’s West Palm Beach Student Education Center, as part of the group’s partnership with the Fischler School of Education and Human Services (FSEHS).
Nova Southeastern University Students Host President Health Care Forum
Nova Southeastern University students will host a presidential health policy forum on Thursday, Oct. 16 featuring supporters of Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain.
Salvador Dali Artwork on Display at Alvin Sherman Library
Artwork by surrealist painter Salvador Dali will be on display now until Dec. 14 in the Second Floor Gallery of the Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center at Nova Southeastern University.
Nova Southeastern University to Provide Free Health Screenings for a High School in Miami
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will provide free health screenings for high school students at Miami Lakes Education Center on Friday, Oct. 17.
Step Show Competition Coming to Nova Southeastern University
Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity Inc. at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is holding a step, stroll and salute competition on Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the University Center Arena on NSU’s main campus in Davie.
Nova Southeastern University Hosts Career Fair for People with Disabilities
Those with disabilities who are seeking employment will have a variety of companies to choose from at the 4th annual Connections Career Fair at Nova Southeastern University.
Experience an up close and personal look at Flamenco: The Art of the Dance, as part of the Ferro Arts Live at the Library! interactive fine arts series.
Five Staff Members at NSU Fischler School Make the Cut to Donate to Locks of Love
Five members of the Fischler School of Education and Human Services marketing department drastically cut their long hair short in a recent group effort to make a donation to the Locks of Love organization.
The Division of Humanities in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has announced its 2008-2009 NSU Performing and Visual Arts Season. The offerings include drama, dance, music, a choral and orchestral concert for the holiday season, and a festival showcasing student talents in the performing and visual arts.
Nova Southeastern University to Hold Career Fair on October 7
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will hold its fall Career Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 2-6 p.m. at the University Center on NSU’s main campus (3301 College Ave.). The event is free and open to the public.
Attendees to the Career Fair will be able to meet and network with the more than 35 participating corporations and organizations, including American Express, Carnival Cruise Lines, Holy Cross Hospital, and the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Professional attire is required.
Find A New Favorite at the Alvin Sherman Library’s Used Book, CD and DVD Sale
Deals on pre-owned textbooks, fiction and nonfiction hardcover and paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and video cassettes will be available at the 10th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale, hosted at the Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center at Nova Southeastern University.
NSU Receives $5.6 Million in Title V Funding
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has announced that it has been awarded two Title V Grants totaling 5.6 million dollars by the U.S. Department of Education. The grants, paid out over several years, are awarded to Hispanic-serving institutions of higher education and will provide support to develop research-based programs targeted at increasing student engagement and retention, leading to academic success.
Kids@Home Life Coach Helps Former Foster Teen Win Four Year Scholarship
At 17 “Mimi”, suddenly found herself part of the state foster care system, working through difficult family issues and juggling her senior year studies while trying to plan for her future.
At age 18 the state support system ended almost as suddenly as it began for Mimi. Having been in the system for less than six months, she no longer qualified for any state assistance.
Nova Southeastern University Students to Aid Hurricane Victims in Haiti
Nova Southeastern University students have started a relief effort to raise money and collect food for Haitians who have been devastated by recent hurricanes and tropical storms.
Students from the university’s Health Professions Division began the humanitarian work last week by collecting nonperishable food, clothes, water, bedding and other supplies. NSU’s College of Pharmacy students also began selling stickers for $5 apiece this week to raise money for the people of Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere.
The Circle of Friends of the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center at Nova Southeastern University announced today its 2008 Author Series, Moving Forward from Darkness to Light. Presenting authors will be Edwin Black, Margaret Ahnert and Irene Zisblatt. The Series, which is free and open to the public, begins Sept. 25 and concludes Nov. 18.
Nova Southeastern University’s Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, along with presenting sponsor J.R. Dunn Jewelers, will host the 43rd Annual Snowflake Gala luncheon on Nov. 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ft. Lauderdale Grande Hotel and Yacht Club.
The event serves as an opportunity to honor individuals in our community who have made a difference in the lives of children with autism and their families. This year the event will recognize Senator Steven Geller and artist Romero Britto.