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NSU Provides Various Free Services for Veterans and Family Members
NSU’s Center for Veterans’ Assistance aids returning veterans and their families, with obtaining needed services on campus and in the community to help them transition successfully into civilian life. With funding from United Way of Broward County, all active duty service members, veterans and their family members are eligible for…
Homecoming is right around the corner… which means it’s time to have fun with friends and Laugh Your Fins Off! Join us for NSU’s annual comedy show, Laugh Your Fins Off, on Nov. 16, featuring headliner DeRay Davis, best known for his movie roles in 21 jump street, “G. I….
Register for NSU’s Office of Human Resources Lunch and Learn Series, Dec. 12
Led by author, psychologist, and educator Gay Lynn Grigas, M.A. Psy., the Trigger-Proof Your Way to Success will focus on solutions to common workplace problems. Presented as easy-to-use “tools,” each seminar will provide strategies showing you how to change your responses to workplace “triggers.” Offered as part of the “Workplace…
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, Ends Nov. 22
Nationl Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week is Nov. 18-23. Join Alpha Phi Omega and NSU’s Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement in learning about hunger and homelessness globally as well as locally. The week will feature programs aimed at increasing awareness on the social issues affecting the in-need population…
SHSS Faculty and Student present on Multiple Frames and Reframing at ACR Conference
Neil Katz, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), co-presented a workshop with DCAR doctoral candidate Suzzette Harriott at the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Annual Conference in Minneapolis. The workshop was entitled “Enhancing Organizational Conflict Consulting Effectiveness:…
Managing Cognitive Decline in the Chronically Ill: An Inter-Professional Approach, Nov. 1
Nova Southeastern University will host a seminar that examines how legal, medical, and psychological professionals can assist their clients and patients who suffer from chronic illnesses and as a result, have needs that involve multiple professionals. The seminar will take place Friday, Nov. 1 at NSU’s Lifelong Learning Institute –…
Don’t Forget! Mark your calendar for NSU’s Team 2020 Celebration
We are kicking off NSU’s golden anniversary in style! NSU employees are invited to attend the Team 2020 Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 23 beginning at 8:30 am in the Don Taft University Center. Get there early and enjoy a great breakfast (including an Oatmeal station) on us. You will not…
Mental Health Court Finalist for Innovating Justice Award
The Broward County Mental Health Court, which involves faculty from NSU’s Center for Psychological Studies, Shepard Broad Law Center and Health Professions Division, is one of three finalists for the HiiL Innovating Justice Award. The HiiL Innovating Justice Awards are part of the Innovating Justice Hub – a global network…
GSCIS to Host Second Annual IT Palooza, Dec. 12
Mark your calendar! The Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences (GSCIS) will host the 2nd Annual IT Palooza event on Dec. 12, 2013 from 2:00 – 10:00 pm in the Carl DeSantis Building on NSU’s main campus. This all-day event will consist of over 1,500 IT professionals, over 50…
November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes and the EYE: Diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body produces little or no insulin. It affects many parts of the body, including the eyes. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. The major cause of blindness in people with diabetes is diabetic…
NSU Medical School Professor Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Stanley R. Cohen Ed.D., professor of humanities at NSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, recently served as program chairman for the national convention of the Association for the Behavioral Sciences and Medical Education (ABSAME) held in Newport, Rhode Island. Cohen, who also serves as executive vice dean for educational support at…
Introducing NSU Mako Band: New Pop-Music Ensemble
NSU’s newest ensemble is making a splash across campus and the community. Sponsored by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, the NSU Mako Band features instrumentalists and singers performing commercial and popular music for a variety of audiences. Since its formation, the band has performed at such college events…
Enrollment and Student Services (ESS) Offices of Undergraduate Recruitment and Admissions recently held an Outstanding Student Reception and Dinner in the Don Taft University Center. Selected for their impressive achievements in high school grade point average and test scores on national (SAT and ACT) exams, prospective students and family members…
Reveal Your Revelations— Last Day Apply to Speak at TEDxNSU 2014, Dec. 13
Have you experienced an event or milestone that changed your perspective on life? Has a revelation impacted you personally or professionally? If you’re nodding your head, it’s time to speak up! Share your story at TEDxNSU, hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. Modeled after the TED Talks,…
Find a New Favorite at NSU Library’s Used Book, CD & DVD Sale, Ends Nov. 2
Deals on pre-owned textbooks, fiction and nonfiction hardcover and paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and video cassettes will be available at the 18th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale, hosted at NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library. Come find a new favorite, with prices to satisfy any budget. Remember, the sale only happens twice…
NSU’s Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences (GSCIS) will welcome NSU alumnus C.S. Park, D.B.A., on Friday, Dec. 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Carl DeSantis Building, room 3035. During his presentation, “Technology and Innovation for Growth,” Park will discuss various issues facing companies and countries today as the…
Hundreds Participate in 2013 NSU’s Shark Shuffle
NSU’s annual Shark Shuffle was again, a tremendous success with just over 700 people contributing to this cause as walkers, runners, and volunteers. In addition to promoting health and wellness among the NSU community, the Shark Shuffle also provides opportunities for students completing the 5K to participate in a raffle…
Cross Country Teams End Regular Season at Florida State Invitational
The NSU cross country teams ended the regular season schedule last week at the Florida State Invitational. Outside of NCAA Division I teams, the Sharks placed third on the women’s side while the men placed sixth. Alexandria Palm broke her own NSU record in the women’s 5K event by one…
Men’s Soccer Team Earns Draw with No. 10 Saint Leo, 1-1
NSU’s men’s soccer team (3-4-3, 0-2-1 SSC) earned a draw at home against the No. 10 Saint Leo Lions (7-1-1, 1-0-1 SSC) Saturday, Oct. 19, 1-1. The lone goal came from David Robles who scored for the second time this season. The score came in the 29th minute, when Juan Rodriguez crossed…
Baseball Team Takes Part in Circle of Friends Event
Members of the NSU’s baseball team took part in this year’s Circle of Friends event on Tuesday, Oct. 8. “The opportunity to bring our student-athletes to the Circle of Friends event and hear Dan Austin speak on the life of Hugh Alexander had a great impact on all of us…