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This version of SharkBytes has been archived as of February 28, 2019.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.
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Women’s Basketball’s Merritt Chosen as SSC Player of the Week
Nova Southeastern University women’s basketball guard Monaye Merritt earned her first Sunshine State Conference Player of the Week honor on Monday, Feb. 1, as announced by the league office. Merritt (R-Sr., Philadelphia, Pa.) led a balanced attack in each win for the Sharks last week. In Wednesday’s, Jan. 27, battle…
NSU Alumni Spotlight: NSU’s Bryan Cook ’08 Selected for SSC Hall of Fame
The Sunshine State Conference announced the 2016 SSC Hall of Fame Class on Monday, Feb. 8 with former Nova Southeastern baseball star Bryan Cook ’08 among those being chosen, becoming the first ever inductee from NSU Athletics. Cook will be one of the hall’s nine newest members, to be be…
CAHSS to Host Intellectual Conversations on “1916 Easter Rising”, March 31
NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) will again host its Intellectual Conversations on Thursday, March 31. This is the third in the winter series titled, “Truth and Power.” This event will feature David Kilroy, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of History and Political Science, who will discuss,…
NSU to Host Interprofessional Zika Panel
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Zika virus an international health threat. Florida residents have the highest risk of being infected out of the 50 states due to the state’s location and tropical climate. NSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Institute for Disaster and Emergency Preparedness and Center for Interprofessional…
Are you a Veteran looking for career opportunities?
Join us and connect one-on-one with representatives from First Data to learn about available opportunities. For details, visit www.nova.edu/careershark. Don’t forget to bring your resume to share. Veterans Resource Center Rosenthal Student Center, Second Floor Casual attire Refreshments and snacks provided. For more information, please contact Emily Tasca at…
Halmos College Professor Permitted to Bring NASA Lunar Samples into the Classroom
Stefan Kautsch, Ph.D; a professor in the Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography, received the Lunar and Meteorite Certification presented by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). “I’m honored and excited to receive this designation,” said Kautsch, who is passionate about studying the universe and bringing this interest…
NSU Alumni Association to host Shark Fest at Dave & Buster’s
Come out and join the NSU Alumni Association on Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 3:00 – 6:00 pm at Dave & Busters in Hollywood for a new tradition that includes an afternoon of family fun, giveaways and more. Registration includes free food, non-alcoholic beverages and a power play card. NSU…
Black History Month Continues at NSU
Black History Month continues at NSU with a variety of activities including film screenings, dynamic speakers, educational workshops and events for all ages. Remaining events include: Thursday, February 4 – March 4 –“ASCENT: Black Women’s Expressions,” African Presence 2015, 13th Annual Art Exhibition This year’s exhibition is “ASCENT: Black Women’s Expressions,”…
NSU Women’s Basketball Player Named to National Good Works Team
Nova Southeastern University women’s basketball player Alexis Murphy has been chosen as one of just a select few student-athletes nationwide to be a part of the prestigious 2016 Allstate WBCA and NABC Good Works Teams®. The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA), the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and Allstate…
NSU Recognizes National Wear Red Day 2016
Go RED for Women! NSU students, faculty and staff helped raise awareness about women and heart disease on National Wear Red Day by carrying RED hearts, rocking RED shoes, dresses, slacks, scarves, socks, shirts/blouses, ties, sweaters and even hats! According to the American Heart Association, one in three women die…
Super Shark Think Pink Tailgate – Cancer Awareness Night
Join the Office of Student Success and Super Sharks for a tailgate before the NSU Women’s and Men’s Basketball games. Tailgate will begin at 4:30 pm Don Taft University Center, Spine FREE food and drinks, plus music provided by Radio X “Think Pink” Cancer Awareness Night FREE Pink T-shirts to the…
Don’t Miss out! NSU Outdoor Adventures Program – Upcoming Winter Trips
Join the Office of Recreation and Wellness for this semester’s trips. Paintballing at Extreme Rage Park 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 16 Beach Day at John U Lloyd State Park (including paddle boarding and beach games) 10:00 a.m. *Times and locations subject to change If you would like more information, please…
Volunteer for the Broward County Waterway Cleanup
It’s that time again – time to head out to the local waterways to lend a hand and clean up our environment. The Broward County Waterway Cleanup at more than 30 sites across Broward County. This is an opportunity to spend a few hours and help the South Florida environment….
February Wellness Events—Stay Fit, Healthy, and Happy
The Wellness Team hosts various events throughout the month to promote overall wellness on campus. Check out the following resources that can help you on your path to improved health and well-being: February Wellness Calendar -Download the calendar to find out the various wellness activities planned throughout the month. Follow…
Office of Career Development offers February Career Bytes, Feb. 18
Winning Interview Skills Workshop Thursday, February 18, 2016 Noon-1:00 p.m. Horvitz Building, 1st Floor, Career Library Free Lunch provided. Learn about what your body language says at an interview, how to answered competency based questions, and much more. RSVP to the event at www.nova.edu/careershark or call (954) 262-7201.
Department of Health and Human Performance to Host Open House, Feb. 11
NSU’s Department of Health and Human Performance, part of the College of Health Care Sciences, will host an open house in its state-of-the art, 2,000-square-foot Exercise and Sport Science Laboratory. The laboratory is where NSU exercise scientists conduct exciting research aimed at improving athletic and physical performance through sport nutrition,…
CAHSS to Host Intellectual Conversations on “Truth to Power,” Feb. 11
NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) will again host the Intellectual Conversations on February 11, 2016. This is the second in the winter series titled, “Truth and Power.” This event will feature Eileen Smith-Cavros, Ph.D., and Joyce Avotri-Wuaku, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies….
Pride Bite: Student Organized Program Offers Pro-Bono Dental Care to 750 Children in Need
Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) College of Dental Medicine provided pro-bono dental services to 750 school children and special needs patients in South Florida on Friday, February 5, 2016 to help kick off the ADA Foundation’s Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) Day program. The children received examinations, cleanings, oral health education,…
NSU Pharmacy Student Receives National Scholarship
The American Pharmacists Association Foundation announced Florida Pharmacy Association student member Farima Fakheri Raof, a student at NSU’s College of Pharmacy, will receive the Glorida Francke scholarship. Student scholarships are awarded to recognize exceptional demonstration of leadership skills and academics through active involvement in the APhA Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP). The recipients…
Join us for a full day of Seussical fun! Visit the petting zoo, get a Seussical face painted, make a puppet and a hat with Young at Art, music, magic, theater, a FREE BOOK (while supplies last) for every child, and much more! Don’t miss a special appearance by the…