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Susie and Alan B. Levan, longtime supporters of Nova Southeastern University (NSU), have once again shown their willingness to further the university’s mission and vision with their latest financial gift. The Levan’s latest gift will establish the “Susie and Alan B. Levan Endowed Scholarship Fund” that will help students in…
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September is National Library Card Sign-up Month
September is National Library card sign-up month, a time when the nation’s libraries highlight the value of a library card. As you all know, we are very fortunate to have a library that not only supports the needs of NSU’s students, employees and faculty, but also individuals and families who…
NSU Honors Hispanic Heritage Month with Cultural Events for the South Florida Community
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) by celebrating and learning about Hispanic culture through a variety of activities, most of which are on the univeristy’s main campus in Davie-Ft. Lauderdale. Below are a few highlights of Hispanic Heritage Month. For a complete listing,…
Come out for Friday Night Lights, Sept. 9
Join us for the launching of Friday Night Lights, a collaboration between RecWell Intramurals and Campus Life and Student Engagement. The event will be held on Friday, September 9, 2016 at Gessner Field. There will be food, music, kickball, plus tie-dye t-shirt stations. See you there!
Wellness Workshop: Lunch and Learn, Sept. 7
Don’t run on empty. Fuel your body with nutritionist Marilyn Gordon on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 from noon–1:00 p.m. Taking place at the Rosenthal Student Center, 200. Lunch and giveaway included. Sign up for $5 at the RecWell front desk or call (954) 262-7301. For more information, email nsuwellness@nova.edu.
Call Out for Constitution Poetry Slam, Sept.16
Calling for students to take part in a poetry slam honoring the United States Constitution. September 16, 2016 Constitution Day Noon–1:00 p.m. Don Taft University Center, Pit Email all inquiries to dm1634@nova.edu by 5:00 p.m. on September 9, 2016.
Join us for NSU Alumni Day at Jungle Island, Sept. 24
Join fellow NSU alumni, family, and friends for a day at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami on Saturday, Sept 24. Enjoy a WILD day with attractions, food, and fun. Park Hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Lunch: Noon–2:00 p.m. Admission $15 Children (3–10 years old) $25 Adults (11 and older)…
NSU to host Annual A Day for Children Health Fair, Sept. 18
NSU will once again welcome families to its annual “A Day for Children” health fair, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 18. Children ages 17 years and younger (including infants and toddlers), along with their families, are invited to attend this year’s event, which is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., on…
Celebrate Constitution Day, Sept. 16
Celebrate Constitution Day on September 16, 2016 from noon–1:00 p.m. in the Don Taft University Center, Spine. There will be apple pie shooters, voter registration, and giveaways! Alvin Sherman Library Visit the pop exhibit on the Constitution. Various books and media will be available for check out as well. For more…
The Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) will be completing a site visit to the Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) Program of Nova Southeastern University for the purpose of reaccreditation on September 22-23, 2016. A Public Meeting will be held…
Come to the Improv Public Speaking Series
Gain a competitive edge in the job market by thinking out of the box with improv! Build your confidence in public speaking, learn to add details to interview questions, and prepare for the unexpected. Series led by: Mark Duncan, chair/associate professor, Department of Performing and Visual Arts and Angelica Zadak,…
Three of NSU’s Academic Diving Program student employees pass PADI Instructor Exam
Giant-striding from Divemaster to Instructor is no easy feat. The PADI Instructor Development Course is unlike any other scuba program; it transforms the seasoned diver into an educator and leader. The challenges presented throughout the course are designed to prepare the candidate to teach effectively in the real world with…
Gear-up for Optimal Success, Sept. 22
In support of NSU’s Vision 2020, Mission, and Core Values, the NSU Libraries have designed these workshops to showcase ways to achieve optimal success with library research, publishing, and copyright. Workshops are simultaneously held in person on NSU’s main campus and online. Mark your calendars for these September Programs and…
RecPlex hosts Log Rolling Drop In
Drop in at RecWell Leisure Pool and learn how to log roll and get exercise in a different way. Drop in hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 p.m. For more information on NSU Aquatics Programs, visit www.nova.edu/nsuaquatics.
Sharkettes Announce 2016-17 Dance Team Tryouts, Sept. 24
The tryouts for the Nova Southeastern University 2016-17 Sharkettes Dance Team have been scheduled Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the NSU Arena in the Don Taft University Center. The Sharkettes are the official dance team of NSU. In order to tryout, students must fit the…
CAHSS to Host Intellectual Conversations, Nov. 17
NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) will again host its Intellectual Conversations. The next one, third in the fall series on “Migration,” is scheduled for noon-1:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17. The upcoming event will feature Barbara Brodman, Ph.D., professor in the Department of History and Political Science….
The Social Justice Roundtable (SJR) and Community Resolution Services (CRS) in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), will host a Diversity and Inclusion Dialogue on “The Research is in: Inclusive Groups/Teams at the Top of Best Talent Practices!” from 4:30-5:45 p.m. Saturday, September 24 in the Maltz…
Pride Bite: NSU Student-Athletes Earn D2 Athletics Directors Association Academic Achievement Award
The Division 2 Athletics Directors Association (D2 ADA) announced the 2015-16 recipients of the D2 ADA Academic Achievement Awards last week and 42 Nova Southeastern student-athletes were awarded. The Academic Achievement Awards is a program that recognizes the academic accomplishments of student-athletes at the Division II level. In order for…
In furtherance of its community sensitivity, outreach and awareness, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Shepard Broad College of Law has appointed Professor Elena Maria Marty-Nelson to a newly created position as Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Public Impact. Under the direction of the Dean of the Law School, Jon M….