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Psychology Series to Discuss Connections Between Stress and Memory, Jan. 19
The first Winter 2012 talk in the Psychology Graduate Research Series, co-hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences and NSU’s Center for Psychological Studies (CPS), will take place on Thursday, Jan. 19, from noon to 1:00 p.m., in the Parker Building, room 360. The event will include presentations…
Showcase Your Singing Talent — Join the Bossa Nova Chorale!
If you like to sing and want to meet new people who share your passion, the Bossa Nova Chorale is looking for you! The Bossa Nova Chorale is the premier vocal ensemble of the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Performing and Visual Arts. It is composed of…
Sign up for “Walk About Autism” to Benefit UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
Sign up now for the annual “Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism,” a family fun day event with entertainment stations and attractions, benefiting children and adults with autism living in South Florida. The Saturday, Jan. 28 event will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at SunLife Stadium, and is being…
Library AcademicFest Workshops Reveal Research Secrets, Publishing Tips & More
Want your research to gain an edge over the competition? Then don’t miss NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library’s series of AcademicFest workshops all designed to teach you how to “Win at Researching.” Workshops are FREE, and include complimentary lunch for mid-day sessions. Registrants are also entered to win prizes. To view…
Smithsonian Institution Docent Gives Talk on Frida Kahlo
Annette B. Ramírez de Arellano, DrPH, a docent at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art and the National Museum of Natural History, gave a lecture on world-famous Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and her health issues. Hosted by Nova Southeastern University’s College of Pharmacy, the discussion took place at NSU’s…
Feeling Overwhelmed? Need to talk?
Students for Stress Resilience invite you to their Care & Share Student Support Group! The group is open to all NSU students to share their feelings, stresses and experiences in a supportive atmosphere. Participation also provides a great opportunity for those interested in psychology, to witness what it is like…
SHSS Student receives Air Force General Counsel’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Award
Wynona James, M.S., doctoral student in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), was a recipient of the 2011 Air Force General Counsel’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Award, AFSPC level. The award is given annually to recognize the contributions of…
NSU’s Institute of Child Health Policy Co-Authors Journal Article
An article in the January 2012 edition of PEDIATRICS, “The Importance of Play in Promoting Healthy Child Development and Maintaining Strong Parent-Child Bond: Focus on Children in Poverty,” is a new report which looks at specific concerns affecting children from low-income families. It was authored by Regina M. Milteer and…
“Emma Lazarus, Voice of Liberty, Voice of Conscience” Exhibit at Sherman Library
Celebrate 10 years of Community at NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library as it showcases the exhibit “Emma Lazarus, Voice of Liberty, Voice of Conscience.” The exhibit traces the life, work, and lasting influence of Lazarus, a fourth-generation American from a prominent Jewish family in New York City who is known for…
Join Us for STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Cyber Awareness and Cyber Careers Sessions, Jan. 25
Interested in cyber threats, or perhaps pondering a career in cyber security? This is your chance to be a part of “STOP.THINK.CONNECT.Miami.,” part of a national Department of Homeland Security campaign to raise cyber awareness in the community. Leaders from Miami’s government, business and civic communities will host a variety…
HR to offer “Negotiation Skills & Strategies” Workshop, Jan. 30-31
The old adage, “You do not always get what you deserve. You get what you negotiate” is a truism as it touts negotiation skills as an asset. “Negotiation Skills and Strategies,” a seminar sponsored by NSU’s Office of Human Resources and facilitated by Neil Katz, Ph.D., professor in the University’s…
NSU Caregiver Alliance Program meeting, Apr. 11
The NSU Caregiver Alliance program is for NSU employees who serve as a caregiver for a loved one. We aim to educate, empower, and connect caregivers to help improve the experience of their caregiving journey. For more information, visit http://www.nova.edu/wellness/caregiver/. Apr. 11 – Topic: Broward County Elderly & Veteran Services….
Undergraduate Admissions to Host Dual Admission and Honors Program Expo, Feb. 11
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will host the Dual Admission and Honors Program Expo on Saturday, Feb. 11, at 9:00 am in the Carl DeSantis Building on NSU’s main campus. NSU’s Dual Admission Program allows highly qualified applicants to undergraduate programs to simultaneously apply to the university’s master’s and professional…
Public Interest Law Society at Law Center to host 19th Annual Public Interest Auction
The Shepard Broad Law Center’s Public Interest Law Society (PILS) invites you to attend its 19th annual Public Interest Auction on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 5:30 p.m. The silent auction will be held at the Law Center on NSU’s main campus. The live auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. In…
NSU Speaker’s Forum Hosted by Dr. Larry A. Calderon, Jan. 20
Jeff Kibler, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Nova Southeastern University’s Center for Psychological Studies, will be the featured speaker at NSU’s Speaker’s Forum on Friday, Jan. 20. He will discuss post-traumatic stress and women’s health. Kibler is the director of the NSU Biofeedback and Health Psychology Center. He has co-authored…
Public Affairs Director appointed to UF Advisory Council
Julie Spechler, Nova Southeastern University’s director of Public Affairs, was recently appointed to the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications Public Relations Advisory Council. The Advisory Council is comprised of public relations and marketing professionals from around the nation in corporate, agency, and nonprofit positions. The Council’s purpose…
Jacksonville SEC hosts Virtual Instructional Program Symposium
NSU’s Jacksonville Student Educational Center (SEC) hosted the first annual Virtual Instructional Program Symposium on December 5-7. There were 27 Florida school districts that participated. NSU Alum Marilyn Myers, Ph.D., Director of Virtual Schools for the Duval County School District, put together an outstanding team of professionals in the field…
Vice President for Facilities Management John J. Santulli II, NSU’s Office of Facilities Management and the Ease Foundation would like to extend their gratitude to all the supporters of the EASE Foundation who donated toys, bikes, Publix gift cards and many other wonderful donations for our Christmas Outreach to…
New Jersey Alumni Chapter kicks off Holiday Season at Newark’s Spain Restaurant
Along with New Jersey alumni chapter president Gene Costa, Ed.D. , nearly 40 NSU alumni and friends came together at Spain restaurant in Newark for their annual holiday party. The event, which was held on the afternoon of Dec. 11, was filled with good food, friends, music and conversation in…
Detroit Alumni Chapter’s Holiday Happy Hour
The Detroit alumni chapter kicked off its season of cocktails and camaraderie with a holiday happy hour at the Post Bar in Novi, Michigan. Detroit alumni chapter president Jeff Livermore, Ph.D., greeted guests and joined in the spirit of holiday giving by promoting the NSU Alumni Association’s Shark Store. Stay…