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SHSS Faculty Presents at Comparative and International Education Society Conference
Cheryl Duckworth, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), presented at the Comparative and International Education Society Annual Conference held in San Juan, Puerto Rico during Apr. 22-27. Duckworth’s presentation was entitled, “The Praxis of…
Fort Myers Student Educational Center Appoints new Director
Kevin Hunter has been appointed director at Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Fort Myers Student Educational Center (SEC). Prior to this appointment, Hunter was an assistant director at the SEC. In his new role, he is charged with managing the operation of the SEC to ensure that it meets the needs…
Orlando Student Educational Center Director Appointed
Michael Daniels has been appointed director at Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Orlando Student Educational Center (SEC). Previously an assistant director, Daniels is now charged with overseeing the entire operation of the SEC, which includes ensuring that it meets the needs of Central Florida by offering academic programs of distinction. He…
Take a Look Back at TEDxNSU—Videos, Photos Posted Online
In the spirit of “ideas worth spreading,” TED has created TEDx: a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. On Mar. 16, the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted the first TEDxNSU, where x = independently organized TED event. TEDxNSU featured an…
NSU Undergraduate Honors Students Recognized at Spring Banquet
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences held its annual Spring Honors Banquet on Apr. 20 at the Signature Grand in Davie, recognizing students in NSU’s Undergraduate Honors Program for their academic achievements and excellence. More than 350 people—including students, alumni, family members, friends, and NSU faculty members and administrative…
Jack in the Box Inc. Names Business School Alumnus as President and COO
H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship alumnus Leonard A. Comma, M.B.A., was recently promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of Jack in the Box Inc., one of the nation’s largest hamburger chains, with more than 2,200 restaurants in 20 states. The company also owns Qdoba Mexican Grill(R),…
Nova Southeastern University’s Palm Beach SEC Unveils Magnificent Shark Sculpture
Leaders from the city of Palm Beach Gardens and NSU unveiled a magnificent sculpture depicting an 18 foot Mako shark at the entrance of NSU’s Palm Beach Student Educational Center (SEC) on Tuesday, May 8. The head of the shark, bursting out of the pavers, is 4 foot, 6 inches…
Recent Law Center Graduates Receive Bar Gift Award
Recent Shepard Broad Law Center graduates Melanie Malave and Holli Adams are the recipients of the Bar Gift Award. Funded through generous contributions of alumni and faculty donors, the Bar Gift Award provides monetary assistance to graduates during their ten weeks of preparation for the Florida Bar Exam. The award…
Inaugural Distinguished Scholars Reception Welcomes High Achievers to Campus
Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Office of Undergraduate Admissions recently invited local high-achieving freshmen, sophomores and juniors to the University’s main campus for the Inaugural Distinguished Scholars Reception, which was held on Friday, May 4. Approximately 300 guests, comprising prospective students and their families, took advantage of this exclusive opportunity to…
Four NSU Athletic Teams Competing in NCAA Championships
Nova Southeastern is proud to have four teams competing in their respective NCAA Championships over the next two weeks. The Sharks’ men’s golf, women’s golf, baseball and women’s rowing teams will each compete for a national title in the coming days. Information on how to follow each Sharks’ team can…
Jump in the Pool for a great workout – RecPlex offers Aqua Boot Camp
If you love being outdoors but can’t stand the heat, try working out in the pool! If you are looking for a high-intensity cardio workout, try Aqua Boot Camp. Aqua Boot Camp is a free group exercise class for RecPlex members. Held on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 5:30 to 6:30…
The world famous TEDMED conference (over 500 million views of TED Talks to date) on medicine and healthcare recently debuted its accompanying HD Simulcast. Approved host institutions like Nova Southeastern University were provided a stream of every TEDMED speaker live from the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Presenters included representatives…
NSU Professor Organizes Oral Cancer Walk
Khadine Alston, D.D.S., an assistant professor at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine’s Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, organized the 1st Annual Oral Cancer Awareness Walk-A-Thon on Apr. 14. The event, which took place at the Central Broward Regional Park, was well attended and raised money for oral…
Concerned about your drinking? Healthy Lifestyles Guided Self-Change Program can help
The Healthy Lifestyles Guided Self-Change Program offers unique, outpatient, evidence-based, professional services for individuals with concerns about a variety of lifestyle issues. Our goal is to motivate people to make their own changes. The program helps you evaluate your lifestyle choices, set your own goals, strengthen your motivation and commitment…
Child, Adolescent and Family Services Program (CAFS)
The Child, Adolescent and Family Services Program (CAFS) at Nova Southeastern University’s Psychology Services Center, offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment approach aimed at improving the quality of life for children and families. Anxiety is one of the most common disorders affecting children and adolescents today. Recent studies show that of…
Kelton Headlines Five All-SSC Softball Selections
Senior centerfielder Katie Kelton (Pembroke Pines, FL) was one of five Nova Southeastern softball players selected to the All-Sunshine State Conference teams, as announced by the conference office on Wednesday, May. Kelton garnered All-SCC First-Team accolades as an at-large selection, while four teammates: Jaimee Vega (Jr., Loxahatchee, FL), Lorena Spaulding…
Student-Athletes Honored at 2012 NSU Athletics Banquet
With the 2011-12 athletic season coming to a close, the Nova Southeastern athletic department held its 2012 NSU Athletics Banquet Wednesday in the NSU Arena at the Don Taft University Center. The evening honored the best and brightest student-athletes at NSU. Following the welcome from master of ceremonies Mark Cavanaugh,…
Saladrigas Selected to the Capital One Academic All-District Team
Nova Southeastern softball player Laura Saladrigas (Jr., Hollywood, FL) picked up her second post-season honor in as many days, garnering a selection to the Capital One Academic All-District Team on Thursday, May 3, as announced by the College Sports Information Directors of America. Saladrigas was one of 12 student-athletes selected…
Sharks Sports Wrap segment Moves to 9 a.m. Every Saturday on 640 Sports
The Sharks Sports Wrap, NSU’s athletics weekly radio show, is moving up to 9 a.m. every Saturday on 640 Sports, the home of NSU athletics. In this week’s episode, Tony Segreto interviews coaches and players, highlighting sports such as tennis, rowing, baseball and softball.