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Forbes acknowledges NSU’s Shepard Broad College of Law for its innovative programs
Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law equips students with skills needed to define professional pathways and succeed in every stage of their education and career. According to Forbes, NSU’s Shepard Broad of law has been innovating in its core J.D. program. The idea is to help students to…
New Marine Environmental Education Center Featured
Thanks to a partnership between Nova Southeastern University and Broward County Parks and Recreation, the Marine Environmental Education Center (MEEC) was born. The facility is located on the historic grounds of the Carpenter House on Hollywood Beach. The facility will provide outstanding marine education, interactive learning, and research with…
NSU Student Featured on Local 10
For NSU students, learning does not just stop in the classroom. Swimmer Victor Tarin worked with Steve Orris, director of sports performance, to learn how to train athletes. ABC Local 10 featured Tarin’s training success when he coached members of this year’s Special Olympics. CLICK HERE to read the full…
Community Remembers Abraham Fischler
With the recent passing of NSU President Emeritus Abraham Fischler, Ed.D., the community is taking time to commemorate his accomplishments. Dr. Fischler guided NSU to national recognition, and, after his presidency, he continued to contribute to NSU’s success and education as a whole. Read more about Fischler’s accomplishments in the…
ABC Local 10 Features Israeli Ambassador Daniel Ayalon
Former Israeli Ambassador Daniel Ayalon discussed the challenges and opportunities between the U.S. and Israel at NSU’s Distinguished Speakers Series on March 28. CLICK HERE to watch a recap of Ayalon’s discussion in an interview on “This Week in South Florida.”
Sun Sentinel Publishes Editorial by NSUs Sue Kabot
Sue Kabot, Ed.D., executive director of the Autism Institute at NSU’s Mailman Segal Center for Human Development, wrote an editorial that appeared in the Sun Sentinel on April 3, 2017, that more must be done to prevent accidental deaths in individuals with autism. Read her editorial here.
A person is only as strong as his or her support system, and for President Dr. George Hanbury, that strength lies in his wife, Jana. The Boca Raton Observer featured an inside look into Mrs. Hanbury’s successes, along with some of South Florida’s other first ladies, to understand the charitable…
President Hanbury Featured In Miami Herald
NSU President Dr. George Hanbury is an avid supporter of NSU students, especially when it comes to their safety. The Miami Herald published an editorial by President Hanbury, explaining why open carry gun policies should be kept off campus. Allowing otherwise, as he said, is “short-sighted and dangerous.” CLICK…
Mailman Segal Center Featured on ABC
The first years of a child’s life are the most crucial to his or her development. NSU’s Mailman Segal Center for Human Development uses this fact to work with children who are experiencing developmental delays. The best part about this is that the center offers parents a cheaper way to find…
Nova Southeastern University Creating Teacher Program for Palm Beach County Schools
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was featured in media reports announcing an approved agreement between the university and Palm Beach County Public Schools to create a new teacher training program. Ralph Rogers, Ph.D.,NSU’s Provost and Executive Vice President, explains what this means for NSU students who want to be teachers and the benefit to…
NSU M.D. College Featured in Private University Products and News
The NSU College of Allopathic Medicine was featured as the cover story in the March 2017 issue of Private University Products and News magazine. The article includes interviews with Johannes Vieweg, M.D., founding dean; along with colleagues Richard Jove, Ph.D.; Jennie Q. Lou, M.D., M.Sc.; Paula Wales, Ed.D., and Lindsey Henson,…
Business Leaders Join NSU Hall of Fame
South Florida locals are turning talk into action in the area, and now, these business gurus are being rewarded for their leadership. Three leaders, Mark Templeton, Per-Olof Lööf, and Jorge Perez are joining the Business and Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame at NSU’s H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship. …
NSU’s Cybersecurity Programs Highlighted in South Florida 100
South Florida is home to numerous highly-influential people. In December, the Sun Sentinel selected South Florida’s 100 most influential individuals to share their thoughts on current events. One of these major influencers, President of Right Management Tom Shea, mentioned NSU’s proven strategies regarding its national-caliber cybersecurity program. CLICK HERE to read the…
NSU Researchers Find EpiPen Alternative
Food allergies became much more difficult to take care of when the price for the EpiPen increased. Now, however, NSU researchers may have found a more affordable alternative for those with life-threatening food allergies. NBC Dallas-Fort Worth featured NSU researcher Mutasem Rawas-Qalaji, Ph.D., who discussed what this new alternative entails….
NSU Opens Legal Clinic Focused on IP and Corporate Law
NSU’s Shepard Broad College of Law is known for producing great lawyers for the community, and now the college found a new way to give back. The College of Law is opening a legal clinic for nonprofits, students and entrepreneurs. The new clinic is thanks to a donation by Mitchell…
NSU Professor Discusses Immigration Executive Order
As President Donald Trump’s immigration executive order continues to make headlines, more university professors and officials are starting to speak about the situation. As many are still confused about what the order entails, NSU law professor James Wilets, provided some clarification with Your South Florida and WIOD to help ease people…
NSU expert warns against supplements for brain function
Dietary supplements are known for inaccurate advertising, but most people aren’t aware of how severe the problem is. NSU College of Pharmacy’s Robert Speth, M.A., Ph.D., said how some dietary supplement marketers make millions off misleading information. Speth highlighted his concerns and shared what actions he is taking to counter the…
NSU Professor Weighs in on Supreme Court Nomination
President Donald Trump’s nomination for the Supreme Court Justice is making headlines. Providing some perspective on the nomination is NSU Law Professor Michael Masinter. He joined the hosts of News Radio 610 on WIOD to discuss the news. CLICK HERE to listen to the segment.
Multiple Media Outlets Cover New Study on Shark Immune Systems
On January 30, 2017, a scientific research paper headed by Mahmood Shivji, Ph.D. from NSU’s Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography was published in the journal BMC Genomics. This study, which was in partnership with Cornell University and funded mostly by the Save Our Seas Foundation, looked at the…
NSU Professor Appears on Inauguration Day
Charles Zelden, Ph.D., professor of history and political science, appeared on Inauguration Day on the WPBT2 show, “Your South Florida,” to discuss the history of Mar-a-Lago – President Trump’s Winter White House. Click HERE to see the story.