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There will be a piano sale at Nova Southeastern University on May 14–17, 2009, supporting the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Performing and Visual Arts. A variety of Yamaha pianos will be offered at a fraction of their retail prices. The Yamaha Corporation of America provides NSU…
Nova Singers Spring Concerts – May 15, 17 & 19
The Nova Singers have announced their 2009 spring concert schedule: Friday, May 15, 8:15 p.m. Taft Street Baptist Church 7241 Taft Street Pembroke Pines, Fla. 33024 Sunday, May 17, 4 p.m. St. Mary’s Cathedral 7525 NW 2nd Avenue Miami, Fla. 33150 Tuesday, May 19, 8:15 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of…
Momentum Dance Company to Perform Mark Twain Story at Alvin Sherman Library – May 16
The Momentum Dance Company will perform Mark Twain’s The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County in the Second Floor Gallery of NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center on Saturday, May 16 from 2-3 p.m. This program is free and open to the public, and is suited to all…
Essential Skills for Supervisors Courses Begin May 14
The Office of Human Resources has announced the next sessions of Leadership Certification in its ongoing Essential Skills for Supervisors Series. This is an interactive training program for supervisors and includes participation in a work-related project to provide real-life application of the skills learned. Sessions will be held from 8:30…
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group to Hold 10th Anniversary Party
NSU’s Parkinson’s Disease Support Group is holding a party to recognize its 10th anniversary on Wednesday, May 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at Volunteer Park Community Center at 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd. in Plantation, Fla. The group is a support group for individuals…
Fischler School and Alumni Association Host Free Global Art Celebration
NSU’s Alumni Association and the Fischler School of Education and Human Services’ Interdisciplinary Arts Program presents “A Global Celebration of the Arts” on Tuesday, April 28, featuring a free evening of original music, visual art, and cultural harmony.
Alvin Sherman Library Extended Exam Hours & Holiday Schedule
The Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center will be closed on Friday, April 10 and on Sunday, April 12 due to the Good Friday and Easter holidays.
Fischler School Co-Hosting International Child and Youth Care Conference
NSU’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services is co-hosting the 2009 International Child and Youth Care Conference at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale from May 26-29.
MSI to Host Scholarship Fundraiser “Evening Under the Stars”
The Mailman Segal Institute’s 10th annual scholarship fundraiser, Evening Under the Stars, will be held Friday, April 24, 2009, at the Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Art.
Former Presidential Candidates Speak at Law Center
Two groundbreaking former United States presidential candidates – George McGovern and John Anderson – participated in presentation on March 26 at NSU’s Shepard Broad Law Center.
Farquhar College to Host Sister Helen Prejean
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Humanities will welcome Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ, a long-time activist seeking to abolish the death penalty in the United States, to speak at Nova Southeastern University.
Public Interest Law Society Collecting Gowns for Becca’s Closet
The Public Interest Law Society in the Shepard Broad Law Center is holding a drive to collect gowns suitable for high school students to wear at their prom.
Bill Maher at the Don Taft University Center
Bill Maher will perform live at the NSU Arena located in the Don Taft University Center on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 8 p.m.
Researchers at Oceanographic Center Conduct Benthic Habitat Study in Florida Keys
Research scientist Brian Walker, Ph.D., and research assistant Greg Foster from the National Coral Reef Institute at NSU’s Oceanographic Center recently conducted an independent accuracy assessment of NOAA’s most recent Florida Keys benthic habitat maps.
National Survey on Student Engagement
In an effort to gather information that will assist NSU to better serve undergraduate students and help them be successful, freshmen and seniors have received emails asking them to complete the National Survey of Student Engagement by May 1.
Huizenga School’s Young Entrepreneurs Council Hosts Day at the Races
The H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship’s Young Entrepreneurs Council members hosted a Day at the Races on March 11 at Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino.
University School Students Celebrate Novel Day as Part of Literary Feast
Novel Day is an interactive educational outreach program in which authors visit local high schools throughout Broward County to discuss their life and work and inspire young writers to pursue their literary dreams.
Real Estate Artist Speaks at Huizenga School as Distinguished Lecturer
Frank McKinney, known as a real estate “artist” and the creative force behind some of the world’s finest and most opulent mansions ever built, recently spoke at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship.
Award-Winning Authors Featured at Alvin Sherman Library During LitLIVE!
LitLIVE!, part of the 21th edition of Literary Feast, recently brought 24 acclaimed authors to the Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center to present and meet with patrons, and to greet thousands of book lovers throughout the day.
Schoolchildren Thank College of Dental Medicine for Free Dental Services
A group of elementary schoolchildren from the Florence A. DeGeorge Boys & Girls Club in Davie visited the College of Dental Medicine on March 26 to thank Dean Robert Uchin, D.D.S,. and his staff for providing them with free dental services.