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Get a Shark on Your Tail, Free License Plate Replacement Program
Show your SHARK pride while you ride! Whether you’re cruising on I-95 or traveling across the country, you can express your school spirit by displaying the NSU specialty license plate on your vehicle. So, get a Shark on your tail! How do you get one? You may register HERE. Just…
Grad Fair Offers Something for Every NSU Commencement Candidate
The NSU Bookstore, in cooperation with the NSU Commencement Team, will host the third annual Grad Fair, Wednesday through Friday, April 23-25, from noon to 6 p.m., at the main campus Bookstore, located at UPP South. The Grad Fair is a one-stop graduation headquarters for NSU candidates of all disciplines….
Healthy Weight-Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup Recipe
Source: Food Network Total Time: 55 min Prep: 25 min Cook: 30 min Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 to 6 large shallots, chopped 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/3 cups) 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about…
What Every Pet Owner Should know about Roundworms and Hookworms
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention A zoonotic disease is a disease that can be passed between animals and humans. Zoonotic diseases can be caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi. Some of these diseases are very common. For zoonotic diseases that are caused by parasites, the types of…
NSU’s Bachelor of Science degree program in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) – the first such program offering in the state – has been granted provisional accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Therapy (CoARC). “Nova Southeastern University is committed to not only providing health care practitioners with the skills they…
Medical School Media Director Wins National Writing Award
Scott Colton, B.A., APR, director of medical communications and public relations for NSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Professions Division, received a Best Feature Story or Article Award in the AACOM Communications Awards Competition. The competition was held during the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) Annual…
Summer Rec Plex Group Exercise Schedule, Ends Aug. 24
Stay fit this summer! Campus Recreation is offering new classes for you to try. Try the “Stretch and Foam Roller” Fusion class: Come repair, recover, and reward yourself with the magic of the foam roller in this quick 30 minute stretch, relaxation, yoga, and foam roll fusion class. Check out…
Alvin Sherman Library Celebrates Asian-Pacific Month, May 4
Rhythms School of Dance will present “Samanvay (Harmony)”, a dance/music demonstration. Using multimedia and live dance, this presentation will explore the evolution of India’s Bollywood film dance and music from its early age, 1913 to 2014. This event will take place Sunday, May 4 from 2 to 3 p.m. in…
College of Optometry Hosts American Optometric Association Official and Student Bowl
NSU’s College of Optometry recently hosted Ron Hopping, O.D., M.P.H., immediate past president of the American Optometric Association and his wife and optometry practice partner Desiree Hopping, O.D. After a day full of meetings with student leaders, faculty and administration, the Hoppings’ acted as celebrity judges for the college’s…
FAFSA for 2014-2015 Financial Aid Now Available, Deadline April 15
Students who have not yet completed the 2014-2015 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are encouraged to do so at www.fafsa.gov. The earlier students complete the FAFSA, the better chance they have of receiving the maximum amount of aid for which they may be eligible. 2013 income tax returns…
NSU COM 10th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament, May 12
The College of Osteopathic Medicine Alumni Association at Nova Southeastern University is proud to invite you to the 10th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament honoring the graduating COM class of 2014 on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Jacaranda Golf Club. This year’s tournament promises to be bigger…
No Formal Program at NSU for Take your Child to Work Day
The National Take Your Child to Work Day is Thursday, April 24; however, due to FCAT testing, Broward and Dade County School Boards have changed the date to the following: Thursday, May 15 – Dade County’s Take Your Child to Work Day. Please note, NSU will NOT have a formal…
Pride Bite: 2.6 Billion Reasons to Believe
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is more than a university; it is an economic engine for the region and the state. NSU’s economic impact on the state of Florida comes to a whopping $2.6 billion annually, with $1.7 billion of that in Broward County. The university’s economic impact is derived from…
NSU Alumnus Help Davie United Sharks Win State Championship
The Davie United Sharks, the Town of Davie’s competitive youth soccer program is making waves throughout the state of Florida! The Davie United Sharks U11 Girls team, Coached by NSU alumnus and current PT student, Rachael Reid have been taking large bites out of their opponents all season. The girls…
Congratulations to this Years Student Leadership Award Recipients
The 8th Annual Student Leadership Awards were held on Thursday, April 10 to recognize exemplary student leadership at Nova Southeastern University. For each award category, a selection committee narrowed down a large number of nominees to four finalists. At the Awards Ceremony, presenters recognized these finalists and announced the recipient of…
Campus Recreation is Offering Capoeira Classes, Last class April 17
Capoeira is a Brazilian art form which combines fight, dance, rhythm and movement. Capoeira is a dialog between players – a conversation through movement which can take on many shades of meaning. Come expand your cultural awareness and learn how to express yourself through fight, dance, and rhythmic movement. Sessions:…
NSU Hosts Applied Behavior Analysis Supervision Workshop
Gold Coast Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Nova Southeastern University are proud to announce the presentation of two half-day workshops on competency-based supervision. The workshops are scheduled for April 26 and May 31, 2014. Both training sessions will take place from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Nova Southeastern University. This eight-hour…
Couple Who Survived Holocaust to Share Story on Campus, April 17
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, in partnership with Hillel of NSU and GenZ Project/NEXT GENERATIONS, will welcome Holocaust survivors Joe and Mary Eckstein to speak at NSU. Guest Speakers: Joe and Mary Eckstein | Holocaust Survivors Thursday, Apr. 17 4:00–6:00 p.m. Carl DeSantis Building | Room 1053-1054 Complimentary…
Garcia Repeats as SSC Player of the Week
NSU softball player Erika Garcia (Sr., Pembroke Pines, Fla.) has repeated as Sunshine State Conference Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office Monday, April 7. Garcia repeated after another dominant performance to lead the Sharks to a third straight SSC series sweep and a split with No. 24 Palm…