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This version of SharkBytes has been archived as of February 28, 2019.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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University School Students Celebrate Cultural & Ethnic Diversity During International Night
The Upper School of the University School of NSU recently paid tribute to and celebrated their cultural, ethnic and racial diversity during their annual International Night. The evening’s festivities included music, dance and drama presentations that reflected artistic expressions from all the different corners of the globe, a parade of…
Share Your Story on the Silver Screen—Enter the Undergraduate Film Festival
This is an open call from the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences to all aspiring student filmmakers. Directors, editors, cinematographers, actors and actresses, screenplay writers—any undergraduate students interested in developing a short film—are encouraged to apply for the sixth annual Undergraduate Film Festival. The films will be screened and…
Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Faculty Shark Club, Feb. 21
The Faculty Shark Club will host an Open House on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Membership requirements will be waived so that all NSU faculty and staff can experience the warm ambiance and try out our delicious menu items for lunch and dinner. Let the Good Times Roll with a Mardi Gras…
Free “Trigger-Proof” Employee Workshop Series continues Mar. 15
NSU employees are invited to attend a year-long series of free employee workshops that will help you build skills to manage daily stress and build positive relationships. You will learn solutions to common workplace problems in the form of 12 easy-to-use tools that will allow both managers and workers to…
Brown Bag Grant Workshop series continues Feb. 15
The 2012 Brown Bag Grant Workshop Series continues on Wednesday, Feb. 15, with Understanding Grant Applications.The workshop runs from noon – 1:15 p.m., in the Alvin Sherman Library, room 2053, and can also be viewed on Blackboard. Space is limited; RSVP at www.nova.edu/ogc/brownbag. The series continues at noon on Feb. 22 with…
Musical Artist Trey Songz – Live in Concert at NSU, Mar. 17
Singer Trey Songz is coming to NSU for a concert on Saturday, Mar. 17. Tickets can be purchased at the NSU Arena Box Office or by calling (954) 262-5557. For more information, email NSUArena@nova.edu. Ticket Prices: Feb. 27 – Mar. 16, 2012 Mar. 17 (event date) Box Office: $30 $40…
The Miniaci Performing Arts Center will present “Yesterday and Today – The Interactive Beatles Experience” on Monday, Mar. 26 at 7:30 p.m. If you love the music of the Beatles, you will love this show. There’s no denying that everyone has a Beatles song attached to an event in their…
Fullbright Scholar Program for 2013-2014 is Open to NSU Faculty
The Fulbright Scholar Program is offering teaching, research or combination teaching/research awards in more than 125 countries for the 2013-2014 academic year. Opportunities are available for college and university faculty and administrators as well as for professionals, artists, journalists, scientists, lawyers, independent scholars and many others. There are awards in…
Student Accident Survivor Organizes “Power Over Pain” Walk, as Part of NSU’s CommunityFest
When 28-year-old NSU student Renee Glick exits her car after parking in a handicapped spot, she is often met with cries of “you should be ashamed!” Young and fashion-savvy, Glick may look like the picture of health. However, looks can be deceiving. Glick, and more than 116 million other Americans,…
Wednesday, February 8 7:00-8:30 pm Private Viewing and Reception For members at the Director’s Circle ($2,500) level and above Join us for a private viewing of Offering of the Angels: Paintings and Tapestries from the Uffizi Gallery and special reception with Countess Maria Vittoria Rimbotti and Dr. Manuel Guerra,…
SHSS Faculty Presents at the Association for Graduate Liberal Studies Programs Conference
Judith McKay, J.D. Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the Department of Multidisciplinary Studies (DMS) in the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), gave a presentation at the 2011 Association for Graduate Liberal Studies Programs Annual Conference sponsored by Skidmore College in NY. The Master of Arts in…
Shelton Honored as Optometry Distinguished Alumni
Briana Johnson Shelton O.D., FAAO, class of 2001, was recently named the 2012 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award winner for Nova Southeastern University’s College of Optometry. The award was presented at NSU’s Annual Celebration of Excellence held at the Signature Grand in Davie in January. Shelton followed her work of academic…
Pharmacy Professor Appointed to Faculty Advisory Council
Jean Latimer, Ph.D., associate professor of pharmaceutical sciences at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Pharmacy (COP), has been appointed to serve on NSU’s Faculty Advisory Council (FAC). The goal of the FAC is to enhance, protect, and maintain the intellectual integrity of the university through its academic programs. The Council…
SHSS Student announces candidacy to become Member of Parliament in Bahamas
Howard Johnson, doctoral student in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), has launched his 2012 election campaign as a candidate become a Member of Parliament (MP) in South Eleuthera, Bahamas. Johnson has his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from…
Faculty and Staff Campaign – Yes you can give!
At the Town Hall meetings, NSU employees requested an easy way to contribute to NSU’s Capital Campaign or another University fund. In response to your request, you can now do so easily via a link on the President’s Web Page at www.nova.edu/president/facultystaffgiving/. Annual gifts towards student scholarships have helped so…
NSU to Host Chemical-Free Cleaning Expo, Feb. 21
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will host the Chemical-Free Cleaning Expo on Feb. 21 in the Don Taft University Arena. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Registration begins at 8:30 am; conference runs from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm. Attendees can benefit from various expert presentations,…
Price recognized by College of Pharmacy as Distinguished Alumni
Venessa S. Price, Pharm.D., class of ’98, was honored as the College of Pharmacy (COP) Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award at Nova Southeastern University’s 2012 Celebration of Excellence in January at the Signature Grand in Davie. Price was conferred this award for her outstanding career accomplishments; her contributions to our diverse…
Nursing student honored by the Florida City Chamber of Commerce
Christian Guzman, an undergraduate nursing student at NSU’s Miami Student Educational Center (SEC), was recently honored by the Homestead/Florida City Chamber of Commerce at a luncheon held in Homestead. Guzman received the Student of the Quarter award for post-secondary institutions. His outstanding academic background earned him a spot in the…
Career Fair Preparation Workshop, Feb. 8
The Office of Career Development is kicking off employer recruitment season with workshops, employer information sessions, and the Business Career and Internship Fair. First, students will have the opportunity to learn how to be prepared for meeting employers in the Career Fair Prep Workshops on Feb. 7 and 8. Next,…