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News and Upcoming Events
Talk to Explore Mystery of Organic Carbon in Deep Sea, Possible Effects on Climate, Nov. 18
The second talk in the Fall 2011 Climate-Sustainability Lecture Series will take place on Friday, Nov. 18, from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m., in the Carl DeSantis Building, room 3049/3051. Dennis Hansell, Ph.D., professor of marine and atmospheric chemistry at the University of Miami, will present a talk titled “The Mystery…
Test of NSU’s Emergency Notification System coming in December
At Nova Southeastern University, the safety of our students, faculty and staff is our highest priority. As such, the university will be testing all components of the NSU Emergency Notification System on Wednesday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m. This may include: mass email; SMS text messages; indoor and outdoor public…
Shark Dining Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Hours of Operation
Hours for Shark Dining will be as follows during Thanksgiving weekend: Wednesday, Nov 23: All campus locations close at 3:00pm. Thursday, Nov 24: HAPPY THANKSGIVING! All campus locations are closed. Friday, Nov 25 & Saturday, Nov 26: Subway & Culinary Table • 11:30am – 7:00pm; Starbucks • 10:00am – 4:00pm…
Next Mathematics Colloquium Series Lecture to Look at Two-Dimensional Stochastic Systems, Nov. 16
As part of the Mathematics Colloquium Series—hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Math, Science, and Technology—Jose Ramos, Ph.D., associate professor in the college, will present a talk titled, “Subspace System Identification of 2-D Stochastic Systems.” The event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 16, from…
NSU’s Salute to Veterans and Service Members, Nov. 15
The entire university community is welcome as we host a Salute to Veterans and Service Members on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 5:00 p.m., in the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center. Hope to see you there…
Survive financially during the Holidays – Human Resources to host Free Seminar, Nov. 18
NSU’s Office of Human Resources will host, “Surviving the Holidays,” a financial education seminar on Nov. 18 from noon to 1 pm at University Park Plaza North Building, room 108. Lunch will be provided. Participants will gain insight into how to avoid excessive debt and credit problems during the holiday…
Next Faculty Lecture to Explore Historical Relationship Between China & Tibet, Nov. 17
As part of the Faculty Lecture Series, hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Tim Dixon, J.D., associate professor and coordinator of history/politics in the college, will present a talk titled “Truth and Power in China-Tibetan Relations.” Dixon will speak on Thursday, Nov. 17, from noon to 1:00…
Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation Fundraiser at NSU Draws Record Crowd
Friends and supporters of the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) gathered recently at NSU’s Don Taft University Center to attend GHOF’s 4th-annual fundraiser. Money raised helps benefit research at NSU’s Guy Harvey Research Institute as well as the foundation’s numerous ongoing scientific initiatives related to conservation and best management practices…
View Work from Undergraduate Art Students in College’s New Exhibition
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences will open its Exhibition Series for the 2011–2012 academic year with a collection of works created by undergraduate art students. An Infinite Point Perspective: Senior Exhibition will be on display at NSU Nov. 21–Dec. 6, in Gallery 217 of the college’s Performing and…
Actor Richard Dreyfuss Speaks at NSU, Advocates Teaching Civics to Generations of Future Leaders
Oscar-winning actor turned activist Richard Dreyfuss spoke to an audience of more than 500 people about his passion for civics education in a talk titled, “The 800-Pound Gorilla We Are All Refusing to See.” The event, held at NSU on Oct. 26, was part of the Farquhar College of Arts…
Faculty Shark Club Hosts Open House, Nov. 16
The Faculty Shark Club will host an Open House on Wednesday, Nov 16. Membership requirements will be waived so that all NSU faculty and staff can experience the warm ambiance and try our delicious menu items for lunch or dinner. Join us for a Bento Box Bash. The menu includes…
Lecture Series to Shed Light on Solar Energy, Nov. 29
The final talk of the Fall 2011 semester in the Climate-Sustainability Lecture Series, hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Math, Science, and Technology, will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 29, from noon to 1:00 p.m., in the Carl DeSantis Building, room 1048/1049. Two faculty members…
Longtime Medical School Faculty Member Myron Howell Passes Away
On October 13, Myron Howell, D.O., who served Nova Southeastern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-COM) in numerous capacities since becoming a faculty member in 1992, unexpectedly passed away while on vacation in Las Vegas. During his 19-year NSU-COM career, Howell served as director of medical education and program director…
SHSS to Host Genocide Conference, Nov. 12
The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) and the Institute for Genocide Awareness and Applied Research (IGAAR) will host the Second Annual IGAAR Conference on Saturday, Nov. 12 in the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, Second Floor Art Gallery, from 8 am to 5 pm….
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Hosts Reception for Dual Admission Students
More than 100 NSU students, faculty members, and administrators from across the university gathered on Oct. 18 for the annual Dual Admission Program Reception, hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. The event recognized the outstanding undergraduate and graduate students who participate in the distinguished program. The Dual…
Learn the Art of Dance with Two Free Master Classes, Nov. 17
Looking to learn a few new dance moves or improve your technique? The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Performing and Visual Arts will host two free dance master classes at NSU on Nov. 15 and 17. The sessions will take place from noon to 1:00 p.m. in…
Second Leadership Class on Communications Skills Held for Supervisors
“Lots of participation” and “some fun” are two ways to characterize the module for leadership communications held Oct. 7. This was the second module for NSU leaders from all over the campuses created as a response from Recent “I Believe in NSU” Employee Surveys and Town Hall meetings to create…
Learn ‘Virtualization Fundamentals and Security’ at Computer Science School Workshop
The Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences is excited to offer NSU students, alumni and the local community the opportunity to participate in a two-day workshop on Virtualization Fundamentals and Security on Nov. 14 and 15. The workshop will be instructed by Edward L. Haletky, president, CEO and principle…
Huizenga Business School to host MBA Day, Dec. 1
Mark your calendar for the Huizenga Business School’s M.B.A. Day on Thursday, Dec. 1. Stop by anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. to speak with admission representatives, financial aid experts, academic advisors, faculty members, and alumni. Learn about the Huizenga Business School’s 13 market-driven M.B.A. programs, 7 master’s degrees,…
Celebrating Veteran’s Day at NSU, Nov. 11
Barry Nierenberg, Ph.D., professor at the NSU Center for Psychological Studies, will speak about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11. The event is sponsored by SURV (Students United for Returning Veterans), Students for Stress Resilience, and the Preventative Medicine Initiative. Event: Mental Toughness Training: A New Approach…