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Medical School Professor Selected Mentor of the Year
Joseph S. De Gaetano, D.O., M.S.Ed, FAAFP, FACOFP, professor of family medicine and senior associate dean of osteopathic education for NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine was named Mentor of the Year by the Broward Health Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program. The honor is awarded by the residents each summer…
NSU Alvin Sherman Library Hosts Bestselling Author Brad Meltzer
New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer returned to the NSU Alvin Sherman Library once again on Saturday evening, June 11 for a book launch of his latest release, The House of Secrets, which was co-written with Tod Goldberg. Over 230 guests were in attendance to enjoy Meltzer’s thought…
Nova Southeastern University Wins National Award for PR/Marketing
Nova Southeastern University’s Brand campaign is paying off in more ways than one. The university’s campaign emerged victorious last week, earning the prestigious Silver Anvil Award, which recognizes excellence in Public Relations. The annual event honors organizations that have successfully addressed a contemporary public relations issue with exemplary professional skill,…
Two NSU Rowers Named CRCA All-Americans
No. 6 Nova Southeastern University rowers Bethany Warlich and Sarah Woelfer received Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) All-America honors as announced by the CRCA on Thursday, June 2. “Congratulations to Bethany and Sarah on their accomplishments this year,” said head coach Heather Barney. “They were absolutely the physical leaders on…
NSU Shark – Devin Raftery – Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal With Astros
Nova Southeastern University’s Devin Raftery has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Houston Astros, propelling him to the prestigious #SharksInThePros club that now features 30 players that have signed with a Major League Baseball team and 23 more that have signed independent ball contracts. Raftery, the South Region…
NSU Finishes in top 4 Percent in the final 2015-16 Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings
On the heels of the 2016 NCAA Division II Baseball National Championship, not even a week ago, the Nova Southeastern University athletic department finished 12th in the final Learfield Directors’ Cup standings. The Sharks athletic programs accumulated 546 points throughout the 2015-16 championship seasons and finished 12th out of 312…
Three Sharks Selected In 2016 MLB Draft
A week after the Nova Southeastern University baseball team won the NCAA Division II National Championship, the Sharks saw three of their top players fulfill their longtime dreams of being drafted in the Major League Baseball Draft, as Danny Zardon, Alex Mateo and Alexander Kline all heard their names called on day…
Realizing Potential – Lead Donor Awards $450,000 to Mailman Segal Center
Don Taft was a retired senior executive whose passion became enriching the lives and improving the confidence and self-image of hundreds of children and adults in our community who have intellectual disabilities. Prior to passing away in 2011, Taft joined H. Wayne Huizenga as one of two lead donors to…
Henderson Student Counseling Services – Mid-semester blues RELIEF is here!
NSU provides psychological counseling services to its students FREE of charge. These services can help you with a wide variety of life issues where additional support and guidance may be beneficial. If at any time you have concerns about anxiety, stress, time management, relationship challenges, substance abuse, depression, suicidal thoughts,…
NSU Audiology Department Visits Capitol Hill
On Friday May 20, seven students and three faculty members from the Audiology Department in NSU’s College of Health Care Sciences traveled to Capitol Hill. This is the second consecutive year that NSU’s Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) has sent a delegation of students to Washington, D.C., to advocate for…
COM Faculty Member Wins Inaugural Award for Accomplishments
Janet L. Roseman, Ph.D., M.S., R-DMT, assistant professor of medical education in NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, was the inaugural recipient of the Presidents Professional Practice Award from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The award honored her work in spirituality and medicine. The ceremony was held June 3 on the…
COM’s Mathis and Pandya Win Achievement Awards
Jordan Mathis, who serves as the NSU College of Medicine’s student services coordinator, received the Staff Achievement Award during the annual NSU-COM Administrative Professionals Day event. Revolving around a festive Hollywood theme, awards were also presented in fun categories such as Best Talent Act, Best Lookalike Male, Best Hollywood Entrance,…
Familiarize yourself with NSU’s Golf Cart Policy
If you use golf carts on our Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus, be advised that NSU has procedures in place for the safe operation of golf carts to ensure the safety of pedestrians and drivers. Please refer to page 55 of the Campus Safety Handbook. Remember to use the roads when driving,…
College of Osteopathic Medicine names new Assistant Dean of Medical Education
Jennifer Jordan, Ed.D., joined NSU-COM in April in the role of assistant dean of medical education. Jordan, who has been a member of the NSU community for 17 years, received her Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from NSU in 2008 and formerly served as chair and assistant professor…
NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty and Staff Promotions, Transitions and New Hires
In June, NSU-COM announced several progressive changes for staff and faculty members: Kara Brien, B.S., administrative assistant in the Office of Clinical Education, was promoted to the position of manager of the Department of Emergency Medical Services Education and Training programs, where she will oversee staff members responsible for training….
Changing Course: Academician Announces Retirement
On June 7, NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine coordinated a farewell reception for Leonard Levy, D.P.M., M.P.H., associate dean of research and innovation. During his 17 years at the college, Levy worked with the geriatrics, biomedical informatics, disaster and emergency management, research and innovation, and public health programs. “After 49…
Leo Goodwin, Sr. Hall undergoes Renovation
A major renovation project is underway at the Leo Goodwin, Sr. Hall, the home of NSU’s Shepard Broad College of Law. Building entrances to the atrium, the atrium itself and the Panza Maurer Law Library are under construction and are closed until further notice. Once the work is completed throughout…
Part of OIIT’s function is to ensure the e-mail messaging services continuously function at the highest levels for NSU stakeholders. OIIT also promotes the use of mass e-mail for University business when using e-mail is the most effective communications channel. In order to continue to protect e-mail as a messaging…
Important Information Pertaining to Your Workers’ Compensation Benefit
The Florida Workers’ Compensation Law (FL statue 440) assures a quick and efficient delivery of disability and medical benefits to an injured worker. Worker’s Compensation benefits facilitate the worker’s return to gainful reemployment, and provide prompt delivery of benefits to the injured worker. All employees are covered by worker’s compensation from…
Men’s Basketball Opens Registration for Sharks Elite Camp
Nova Southeastern University men’s basketball head coach Gary Tuell and his coaching staff have announced that registration is open for the 2016 Sharks Elite Camp to be held on Tuesday, July 19 at the NSU Arena. Click here to see Full release