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Neil Katz, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), presented at the International Studies Association (ISA) Annual Conference held in San Francisco. The theme of the conference was, “The Politics of International Diffusion: Regional and Global…
Williams Earns Peach Belt Athlete of The Week
Nova Southeastern women’s and track and field student-athlete, Ciona Williams (Fr., Stockton, Ca.) has been selected as Peach Belt Track and Field Athlete of the Week, announced by the conference office. Williams ran on the 4×100-meter and 4×400-meter relay teams at the Drake Relays over the weekend, setting season-bests in both…
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Names Outstanding Teachers, Distinguished Professor
Each spring, the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences recognizes one full-time and one part-time faculty member as its outstanding teachers of the year, honoring their strong commitment to learning and student success. These awards reflect the endorsement and support of peers and students. Congratulations to the following college faculty…
Medical Pediatric Club Takes Home High Honors for Poster
The Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (COM) Pediatric Club won the Pediatric Club Poster of the Year award from the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians over all of the other club submissions in the profession. They submitted a remarkable poster that detailed all of the activities they have…
With warm water and calm seas, Summer time is the official dive season in South Florida. This summer, the Nova Southeastern University Academic Diving Program (NSUADP) is offering all levels of scuba courses for students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Here are just some of the courses offered: Scuba…
Two Optometry Students Accepted to Elite Program
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry students Jana Wegrzyn and Edgar Ekure were accepted into the 2013 Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry Future Faculty Program. The Future Faculty Program is designed to address the unique and important issues that graduate students face as they embark on a career…
Students Inducted into English, Communication National Honor Societies at NSU
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted a dual induction ceremony on Apr. 23 to recognize students joining Sigma Tau Delta and Lambda Pi Eta, the national honor societies for English and communication studies, respectively. “Congratulations to all of our inductees,” said Don Rosenblum, Ph.D., dean of the college,…
NSU Undergraduate Students, Alumni Recognized at Spring Honors Banquet
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted the annual Spring Honors Banquet on Apr. 19 at the Signature Grand in Davie, recognizing students in NSU’s Undergraduate Honors Program for their academic accomplishments and excellence. More than 400 people—including NSU alumni, administration, faculty, family members, and friends—joined the students in…
NSU SAAC Raises Over $5,500 for Make-A-Wish
Nova Southeastern University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) raised the most funds in school history for their Division II national charity, Make-A-Wish Foundation. Through Shark Nights and many athletes’ participation, SAAC will be able to grant a child in need in Broward County one wish. SAAC’s main focus was to increase…
SAAC Wins “Battle Of The Orgs” SEA Thursdays
The Nova Southeastern University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) made a push to join the rest of the student body organizations and have a presence at SEA (Student Events and Activities) Thursdays. Through the SAAC’s participation, the organization earned its second win at the SEA Thursdays. The SEA Board has implemented…
Melendez is SSC Baseball Player of the Week
Nova Southeastern first baseman Michael Melendez has been named Sunshine State Conference Baseball Player of the Week presented by VALIC, as announced Monday by the conference office. Melendez (So., Miramar, Fla.) helped the Sharks stave off a sweep at the hands of No. 6 Tampa, as his two grand slams in…
Softball’s Chelsea Emery Takes Home SSC Player of the Week
Senior Chelsea Emery (Eustis, Fla.) captured the Sunshine State Conference Softball Player of the Week award, presented by VALIC, as announced by conference office Monday. Fittingly, this is her first such award since joining the Sharks last season. Emery finished out her final week in her collegiate career, leading her team…
The Department of Family Therapy (DFT) in NSU’s Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) hosted the Annual Internship Fair in the DeSantis Building. Each year, over 50 community sites are invited to share information with DFT masters and doctoral students for graduate placements in the field, as well…
No. 3 Rowing Second at SSC Championship; Varsity-4 Victorious
The No. 3 Nova Southeastern rowing team claimed second place at the Sunshine State Conference Championship, falling to Barry by one point in the standings. NSU won one out of two championship races, claiming a victory in the varsity-4 race. “I am extremely proud of the way we raced today,”…
No. 1 Men’s Golf Captures All-SSC Player and Coach of the Year Honors
The Nova Southeastern men’s golf team captured the 2013 All-Sunshine State Conference Player and Coach of the Year awards for the second consecutive season as announced by the conference office, Tuesday, April 24. A total of 12 student-athletes have been named to the All-SSC Men’s Golf Team. The Sharks’ Benjamin Taylor…
No. 1 Women’s Golf Practically Sweeps All-SSC Awards
The No. 1 Nova Southeastern women’s golf team earned high praise in this year’s All-Sunshine State Conference awards, capturing Golfer of the Year, Freshman of the Year and four 1st Team All-SSC selections as announced by the conference office Tuesday, April 24. A total of 11 student-athletes have been recognized…
Huizenga School Professor Presents Research at Management Conference
Randi L. Sims, Ph.D., professor of management at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship, recently presented her research study at the Southwest Academy of Management Annual Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The paper was titled, “Satisfaction as a Mediator in the Relation Between Goal Orientation and Career…
NSU to Host High School Graduations; Traffic to Impact Main Campus through June 6
The Arena at the Don Taft University Center will once again host a number of high school graduations (and rehearsals) in the coming weeks. We are honored to be able to support the community and bring visitors to the University. Each graduation ceremony has the potential to bring more than…
Nova Singers in Concert – Broadway Favorites, May 17
The Nova Singers of Nova Southeastern University will be in concert May 17, 19 and 21 performing songs from “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Les Misérables” and more. See flyer for details…