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This version of SharkBytes has been archived as of February 28, 2019.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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Mock Trial Team Competes in Regional Tournament, Students Earn Awards
NSU’s Mock Trial Team, composed of nine legal studies undergraduate students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, competed in the American Mock Trial Association Orlando Regional Tournament. The event was held at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Feb. 17–19. As part of the competition, the students…
Students Observe Sun Shadows on First Day of Spring
To celebrate the vernal equinox on Mar. 20, otherwise known as the first day of Spring, faculty members and students from the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences conducted daytime astronomical observations at NSU. Bryan Armentrout, Ph.D., and Stefan Kautsch, Ph.D., assistant professors in the college, led the interactive session,…
Annual Festival to Feature Student-Created Performances, Apr. 20-22
During Apr. 20 to 22, the NSU community is invited to a showcase of student work in dance, theatre, and music as the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Performing and Visual Arts presents the annual Festival of Student Works at Nova Southeastern University. This Studio Series production…
Demo Days: Belly Dancing and Martial Arts, Apr. 17, 19 & 21
Come to the Rec Plex for FREE demonstrations of Belly Dancing and Martial Arts! Belly Dancing: Whether your intention is for fun, fitness, or future performing, you will be introduced to a new world of thinking and moving with Belly Dance. Learn to belly dance, meet new friends, laugh, exercise,…
NSU Hosts “Boomers & Beyond” Health Fair with more than 500 Participants
South Florida baby boomers and older adults recently enjoyed access to free health assessments at NSU’s 7th annual Boomers & Beyond, A Day For Health And Wellness on Apr. 1. More than 500 participants, aged 40 and older, had access to the assessments, which included assessing peripheral artery health, Body…
SHSS Faculty Member Presents at International Studies Association Convention in San Diego
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 International Studies Association 2012 Convention held in San Diego, Apr. 1-4. The theme of the conference was: Power, Principles and Participation in the…
Tour NSU’s New Exercise and Sport Science Lab at Open House Event, Apr. 18
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences invites you to tour the college’s new Exercise and Sport Science Teaching and Research Laboratory, which opened its doors in Winter 2012. This state-of-the-art lab accommodates students and faculty members in the college’s exercise and sport science program. Laboratory Open House Wednesday, Apr….
University School of NSU Chess Team Defends State Title & Triples Victory
University School of NSU students recently brought home not one, but three Florida Scholastic Chess Championship trophies. For nearly three decades, University School’s chess teams, comprised of students from kindergarten through high school, have earned statewide and national recognition. This year’s showing at the Florida Scholastic Chess Championship served only…
Local Holocaust Survivor to Speak on Campus, Apr. 12
Norman Frajman, who as a child survived the Holocaust, will share his dramatic story at NSU. The event is hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Humanities. Thursday, Apr. 12 4:00 p.m. Mailman-Hollywood Building | Room 309 Frajman was born in Warsaw, which the Nazis took…
Learn About Matrices, Majorization in Upcoming Math Colloquium Talk, Apr. 18
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences will welcome Ramazan Türkmen, Ph.D., from Selcuk University in Konya, Turkey, to speak as part of the Mathematics Colloquium Series. The event is hosted by the college’s Division of Math, Science, and Technology. “Some New Majorization Inequalities for Matrices” Wednesday, Apr. 18 Noon–1:00…
Student Affairs hosts Catamaran Sailing Trip, Apr. 14
On Saturday, Apr. 14, the Office of Student Affairs will be hosting a Catamaran Sailing Trip. The activity is $30 per person. Patrons will meet by the NSU Shark Fountain at 11:00 a.m. for departure to the marina. The catamaran has a water slide and a water trampoline on board…
Come to the Rec Plex for Spring Fling Pool Party, Apr. 11
Swim, dance, eat, and relax at the Spring Fling Pool Party on Wednesday, Apr. 11. The event will be held at Leisure Pool in the RecPlex between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. There will be free food and drinks along with live entertainment by a disc jockey…
Speech & Debate Team Captures Second State Championship Title
University School of NSU’s Speech & Debate Team captured the Overall State Championship title for the second year in a row, sweeping three of four team categories. In addition to winning the state team titles for Debate, Rhetoric and Overall, seven students were named state champions: Jonathan Stettin and Grant…
World Language Students Shine at Two State Conferences
University School of NSU students recently competed in two state conferences, with impressive results. First, a full team of 16 students represented University School at the State Spanish Conference (Conferencia). All 16 participated in Impromptu – speaking Spanish for two minutes on a randomly-drawn topic. Six students (max allowed) participated…
University School Actress Wins Carbonell Scholarship Award
University School of NSU senior and accomplished actress Rachel Brooks took to the stage once again, this time to accept a Student Carbonell Award and Scholarship. The award and $1,000 scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who demonstrate talent and commitment to theatre, academic achievement, and who will pursue a…
April is Autistic Spectrum Disorder Month
April is Autistic Spectrum Disorder Month. This most difficult disorder is now affecting one in every 88 children. For many years, Nova Southeastern University’s Mailmen Segal Center has been on the cutting edge of bringing programs to help in changing the lives of all these children and their families. NSU…
Alvin Sherman’s World War II Memorabilia on Display at NSU Library
NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library recently received a unique collection of World War II memorabilia from Mr. Alvin Sherman, the namesake of the university’s main library. Sherman was a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Forces serving as a B-17 pilot. A veteran of 295 combat flying hours in 35…
Health Professions Division Chancellor Receives Distinguished Citizen Award
Fred Lippman, R.Ph., Ed.D., chancellor of NSU’s Health Professions Division, received the Dade County Medical Association’s Distinguished Citizen Award at its Doctors’ Day Reception and Awards Ceremony on Mar. 29. Lippman was honored for his innumerable contributions to the medical profession and the citizens of Florida.
You are invited to attend Open House! Learn about the vast array of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs that NSU has to offer. Meet program representatives, faculty and staff who will answer questions about programs, scholarships, grants, student affairs and financial aid. Below is a listing of remaining May Open…
Camaraderie is Key at Health Professions Division’s 27th Annual Bal Fantastique
Camaraderie and celebration were the themes of the evening at the 27th Annual Bal Fantastique, which is a gala dinner dance and fund-raiser honoring the vision of Morton Terry, D.O., who, along with numerous other dedicated individuals, created a renowned health care teaching facility called the NSU Health Professions Division…