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NSU College of Nursing Celebrates Nurses
In celebration of National Nurse’s Week (May 6-12), the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Nursing honors all nurses for their dedication to patient centered care, lifelong learning, and their participation in local, national, and global efforts to improve the health and health care of our patients. Nursing represents the…
Shepard Broad Faculty Member Featured in Lawyers of Color 50 Under 50 Edition
Olympia Duhart, J.D., (’03), professor of law and director of the Lawyering Skills and Values (LSV) at NSU’s Shepard Broad Law Center, was featured in the “Law School Diversity Special Edition” of the publication, Lawyers of Color. Duhart, along with Ruben Garcia, J.D., of the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, began…
Optometry Dean Honored by Miami’s Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
NSU College of Optometry Dean David Loshin, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO, was among three community leaders honored by Miami’s Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired at the organization’s recent Music Under the Stars fundraiser. Loshin was selected for his and NSU’s commitment to training optometrists who help the organization provide…
College of Pharmacy Presents at College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists
NSU College of Pharmacy was one of the most represented colleges at the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) annual meeting in Phoenix, Arizona in April. NSU was the first collegiate chapter of CPNP for students in the nation and the future of psychiatric and neurologic pharmacy education and…
NSU College of Pharmacy featured on Channel 10
NSU College of Pharmacy was featured on WPLG-MIA (ABC) – Local 10 News on Wednesday, May 7. The segment discussed educating the public on how pharmacists are an integral part of a patient’s health care team. The HealthCast segment included interviews with Goar Alvarez, Pharm.D., pharmacy student Levi Morris, and a patient….
NSU College of Pharmacy Honors Fight Doctor and Pharmacist
The NSU College of Pharmacy presented a special lifetime achievement honor to a pharmacist best known as the “Fight Doctor.” Ferdie Pacheco, M.D., a 1950 graduate of the University of Florida Pharmacy School who went on to become the fight doctor for boxing legend Mohammed Ali for sixteen years, was…
Scott Poland, Ph.D., a professor at NSU’s Center for Psychological Studies (CPS) recently provided a workshop at the American Association of Suicidology Annual Convention in Los Angeles, CA. His topic was on suicide legal issues and schools. In addition, Poland also provided the keynote address at the Idaho State Prevention Conference in…
NSU’s College of Pharmacy Holds Annual Residency Workshop
The Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists Student Chapter (FSHP-SC) held its 6th Annual Residency Workshop at the NSU College of Pharmacy (COP) Fort Lauderdale Campus in March 2014. Every year FSHP-SC holds this event for pharmacy students in order to provide insight on pursuing post-graduate training and further their careers…
NSU Professor and Researcher Featured on Oprah.com
Nancy Klimas, M.D., professor of medicine, chair of the Department of Clinical Immunology, and director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, was featured on Oprah’s website discussing symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome in an article titled “Not Feeling Well? This Could Be Why.”…
Melissa A. Marchesan, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., associate professor of endodontics, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Dental Medicine, was recently elected as president of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD) in North America. She will be installed at the organization’s annual meeting in Paris on July 1 and will…
NSU Biology Students Inducted into National Honor Society
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted NSU’s 12th annual induction ceremony for Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta), the national biological honor society, on April 10. This year, the college inducted 61 undergraduate biology majors into the society’s Rho Rho chapter. TriBeta is dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation…
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences inducted 10 undergraduate students this year into national honor societies recognizing outstanding achievement in criminal justice, paralegal studies, and sociology. The college hosted a joint induction ceremony and reception on April 16 to celebrate the students’ academic accomplishments. The ceremony began with opening…
Undergraduate Students Recognized for Award-Winning Scholarship, Creative Works
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted a ceremony and luncheon on April 21 to honor outstanding scholarship and creative works by NSU students. The students were recognized for their award-winning submissions in this year’s Undergraduate Student Symposium and Undergraduate Film Festival, as well as the Sixth Annual Juried…
Students Inducted into English, Communication National Honor Societies at NSU
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted a dual induction ceremony on Apr. 21 to recognize students joining Sigma Tau Delta and Lambda Pi Eta, the national honor societies for English and communication studies, respectively. “I’d like to congratulate all of today’s inductees,” said Don Rosenblum, Ph.D., dean of…
SHSS Faculty Presents at the State Government Affairs Council Annual Meeting
Neil Katz, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), presented a keynote address and a workshop at the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) Annual Meeting in San Francisco. Katz’s talk was entitled “Negotiation Skills: Getting What You…
Pharmacy Student Receives Praise from Patient and Preceptor
NSU’s College of Pharmacy received a warm, heartfelt letter of praise from a patient treated by one of its pharmacy students at Cleveland Clinic Florida in Weston. The letter highlighted NSU Palm Beach student Melissa Wagner (c/o 2014). The patient stated that “Melissa was very informative and caring during her…
Nova Southeastern University student wins $5,000 National Allied Health Scholarship
Sheridan Healthcare, Inc., a multispecialty clinical and management services company and the leading anesthesia provider in the country, recently announced that NSU student Marya Williamson is the winner of the 2014 Sheridan National Allied Health Scholarship for Anesthesiologist Assistant Students. “We are so pleased to award Marya with this year’s…
College of Pharmacy Student Receives “Patient First Award” from Memorial Hospital Pembroke
Memorial Hospital Pembroke recognized NSU pharmacy student, Orlando Alvarado from the College of Pharmacy Ponce Campus with the “Patient First Award.” Orlando was recognized for his outstanding achievements and commitment to providing a healing environment that is safe, efficient, customer focused, and of superior quality. While on his Emergency Department…
NSU Undergraduate Students, Alumni Recognized at Spring Honors Banquet
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences hosted the annual Spring Honors Banquet on Apr. 11 at the Signature Grand in Davie, recognizing students in NSU’s Undergraduate Honors Program for their academic accomplishments and excellence. More than 350 people—including NSU Honors students, alumni, administration, faculty, family members, and friends—convened for…
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Announces Outstanding Teachers for 2014–2015
Each spring, the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences recognizes one full-time and one part-time faculty member as its outstanding teachers of the year, honoring their strong commitment to learning and student success. These awards reflect the endorsement and support of peers and students. Congratulations to the following college faculty…