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MSI’s Parenting Place Winter Registration is now OPEN
Registration is now open for MSI’s Parenting Place Winter session which runs now thru March 5, 2011. The Parenting Place ™ offers more than 200 programs for families and children (birth to age five) to learn, play and grow together. The award-winning classes are held in the Jim & Jan…
Support Baudhuin Preschool at Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism
The Dan Marino Foundation has teamed up with five South Florida autism agencies to create the Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism, benefiting the Autism Societies of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, UM-NSU CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities), FAU CARD, and the Dan Marino Foundation. This exciting and unique event…
Get NSU Discount for Broadway Across America Series; Next Show: In the Heights
Broadway Across America, presenters of the Fort Lauderdale and Miami Broadway Series, is proud to offer the NSU students, faculty and staff a 20% discount to select performances. The shows and performances being offered for NSU discount seating include: In the Heights (Miami) – Sunday, April 3, 2011, 2:00 p.m. In the Heights…
Domestic Violence Victims Receive Dental Services from NSU
NSU is offering dental services to victims of domestic violence, who otherwise may not have access to such services. Battered women can have significant dental needs that often go untreated. In some cases, a battered woman’s dental problems are the direct result of abuse, and her abuser has kept her…
MSI offers Tutorial Program for Children in Grades K-5
NSU’s Mailman Segal Institute is offering Super Kids!, an innovative, afterschool program for children in grades K-5 that uses an individualized, hands-on approach for improving reading, writing and math skills. Students are provided with tailor-made programs to suit their individual needs based on an assessment which is included at NO EXTRA…
Ferro Art Series Continues at NSU’s Library
NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library recently kicked off its 2010-2011 season of the Ferro Fine Arts Series with “Kids Build: An Interactive Workshop with Architect Margi Glavovic Nothard.” The Ferro Fine Arts Series is presented by the Charles P. Ferro Foundation, and will continue with numerous upcoming events throughout the 2011…
Music Showcase Uses Rock to Raise Funds for Autism, Dec. 11
The South Flocal Soundcheck Showcase returns to the Culture Room on Dec. 11 with a rock concert and talent showcase that benefits The University of Miami – Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD). The South Flocal Soundcheck Showcase will feature bands from Miami-Dade and Broward…
Culture Vultures Announce 2010 Season of the Arts Events at NSU’s Library
NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library is home to the Culture Vultures, a group dedicated to bringing art, culture and thought-provoking programs to the residents of Broward County. Next upcoming FREE event: A Celebration of Music Sunday, Dec. 12, from 2-4 p.m. Damira Feldman, a Russian-born concert pianist, will demonstrate her eclectic…
Get Discount for the WinterFest Boat Parade!
If you plan to attend the WinterFest Boat Parade on Dec. 11, you may want to print this discount for $2 off the price of tickets for the Grandstand Viewing Area, Front Row Seats. Get your Winterfest Boat Parade Discount now!
Comedian Mark Lundholm comes to Miniaci, Dec. 3
The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center will host Broadway comedian Mark Lundholm on Dec. 3 for a show to benefit the Hanley Center Foundation’s Hope Fund. The Hanley Center is a world-renowned nonprofit addiction recovery center located in West Palm Beach. Carlin-like wit, depth, and delivery are all…
Visit NSU’s Library During Finals for Shark Survival Week Specials, Nov. 29 – Dec. 3
Don’t let finals week turn you into shark bait! Visit NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library between Nov. 29 and Dec. 3 for Shark Survival Week specials featuring: Extra study rooms FREE study snacks Roving librarians to help with your research questions The “I Survived Finals” photo booth And much more! For…
NSU’s Library Closed for Thanksgiving Holidays, Nov. 25 & 26
NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library will close early, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, and will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The Alvin Sherman Library’s regular hours will resume on Saturday, Nov. 27. For more information about the Alvin…
See Presidential Greatness Exhibits at Sherman Library thru Nov. 24
James Hoban’s elevation for the President’s House,1793. Provided by the White House Historical Association. History buffs are in for a rare treat this fall when the Alvin Sherman Library at NSU features two concurrent White House exhibits in its Second Floor Gallery, including one with letters handwritten by George Washington…
See Motherhood the Musical at Miniaci Center thru Nov. 21
Motherhood the Musical is about the joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a mom. It’s about climbing the emotional mountain only to find that there’s laundry at the top; discovering how powerful your love can be; helping children find their way and not losing…
See Motherhood the Musical at Miniaci Center thru Nov. 21
Motherhood the Musical is about the joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a mom. It’s about climbing the emotional mountain only to find that there’s laundry at the top; discovering how powerful your love can be; helping children find their way and not losing…
Join Walk to Prevent Suicide, Honor Lost Loved Ones on Nov. 21
Every 16 minutes, somewhere in the United States another life will be lost to suicide – the third leading cause of death among 15 to 24-year-olds and the second leading cause among college students. Despite the list of shocking and tragic recent headlines about students who take their own lives, many…
Jumpstart Your Writing Dream with FREE Workshops at NSU’s Library
Aspiring writers are invited to participate in FREE National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) workshops at Alvin Sherman Library. Each November, the NaNoWriMo organization (www.nanowrimo.org) has a month-long challenge for budding writers to complete a 175 page (50,000 word) novel by midnight on Nov. 30. NaNoWriMo started the annual challenge to…
NSU’s Library Celebrates Veteran’s Day with Special Storytime
NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library recently celebrated Veteran’s Day with a specially-themed storytime. During the Nov. 10 Miss Meagan’s Storytime Fun, a storytime for children ages 3-5 years with caregiver, participants read stories about the American flag and sang patriotic songs in honor of Veterans Day. After storytime, the children drew…
Faculty Panel to Examine Environmental and Ecological Impacts of Hurricane Katrina, Nov. 10
On Nov. 10, the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Math, Science, and Technology will host a faculty panel discussion titled, “After the Flood,” in connection with filmmaker Spike Lee’s visit to NSU. The event will take place from 5 – 6 p.m. in the Carl DeSantis Building,…
NSU Salute to Veterans & Service Members, Nov. 11
NSU proudly recognizes the contributions those who serve in the military (as well as their families) make to our country. To honor these brave men and women, this month the Office of the President will host a private reception for the NSU military community, including veteran students/staff, active service members, and the executive…