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More than 300 of NSU’s “Dateline: Health” TV Episodes Now Available on DVD at Alvin Sherman Library


GSCIS Offers Six New Concentrations for the M.S. in Computer Science

The Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences is pleased to announce a revised and expanded Master of Science in Computer Science program, starting fall 2012. The revised program features a smaller core and six new concentrations to allow students to specialize in one of the many exciting aspects of…


Hammerhead Shark Double Whammy – Confusion on Identity of Shark Species

Identity confusion between a new, yet unnamed shark species, originally discovered off the eastern United States by Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center (NSU-OC) researchers, and its look-alike cousin—the endangered scalloped hammerhead shark—may threaten the survival of both species. According to an April 2012 article in the scientific journal Marine Biology,…


Spring Sports Photos Released

Action, individual and team photos of NSU Sharks’ Spring sports are now available for purchase. Browse galleries for baseball, rowing, softball, tennis, golf and track and field photos. Purchase galleries are located at NSUSharks.com and can be accessed by clicking here.


Computer Sciences School Host TechConnect Networking Series, Mar. 8

NSU’s Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences (GSCIS) will host the TechConnect Series networking event on Thursday, Mar. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is designed to provide an opportunity for  local technology community, students, and faculty and staff members to gather in an informal setting to…


NSU hosts Annual Celebration of Excellence


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…


Psychologist Elizabeth Loftus is Next Distinguished Speaker, Feb. 9

Just how reliable is the human memory? That’s a question noted psychologist Elizabeth Loftus, Ph.D., has studied for the past 30 years. On Thursday, Feb. 9, the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences will welcome Loftus to NSU as part of its Distinguished Speakers Series. Loftus will present a talk…


Holiday Hours for NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library

This season, stop by Broward County’s hot spot for books, video games, movies, and much more! NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center will feature special holiday hours throughout December and January, including: Saturday, Dec. 24 – CLOSED Sunday, Dec. 25 – CLOSED Monday, Dec. 26 – CLOSED…


LEGO Block Party at NSU’s Library, in Collaboration with Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

BYOL (Bring Your Own LEGO Blocks) to build and create at LEGO Club Block Parties hosted by NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library and the UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD). The next party will be on Thursday, Dec. 15 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. This event is for…


Students United for Returning Veterans and Students for Stress Resilience Collaborate on Veterans Day Event

This Veterans Day, Nov. 11, two student organizations, Students United for Returning Veterans (SURV) and Students for Stress Resilience will host a discussion on post traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) and stress resilience.  The discussion will be led by Barry Nierenberg, Ph.D., ABPP. Nierenberg is an associate professor of Psychology at NSU’s…


Find a New Favorite at NSU Library’s 15th Semi-Annual Used Book, CD and DVD Sale in October

Deals on pre-owned textbooks, fiction and nonfiction hardcover and paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and video cassettes will be available at the 15th Semi-Annual Slightly Used Book Sale, hosted at the Alvin Sherman Library. Come find a new favorite, with prices to satisfy any budget. Remember, the sale only happens…


Want to Be NSU’s Next “Biggest Loser”? Then Apply Now, Deadline: Oct. 12

In the first six years of NSU’s Biggest Loser challenge, the 70 employees and students who completed the program lost a combined total of 1,730 pounds – an average of 25 pounds per participant! Inspired by the popular television show, NSU’s Biggest Loser takes 18 participants through a 16-week weight-loss…


Enjoy Numerous Events for Students, Children & Families at NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library Throughout October

Join NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library as its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month continues! As always, we encourage you to explore the library to learn, play and enjoy! For more details on the library’s October events, please click here.


NSU Unveils New 75,000 square-foot Student Educational Center in Palm Beach Gardens


NSU Hosts Sales Week – ends Oct. 7

The H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship will host its inaugural “Sales Week,” October 3 – 7 in celebration of the fast-approaching first anniversary of the Huizenga Sales Institute’s grand opening. All of the sales programs offered throughout the week are open-enrollment and require no advanced degree requirements….


Center for Autism & Related Disabilities Hosts “Family Fun Day” Showcase of Services, Sept. 24

To celebrate the new school year, the UM-NSU CARD (University of Miami – Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities) will host its annual “Family Fun Day” showcase of services on Saturday, Sept. 24.


2012 Parking Decals Available

Get your 2012 parking decal before the September 1 deadline.  See Parking Decal flyer for details…


Computer Sciences School Hosts Accelerated Admissions Day, Aug. 1

Now is the time to apply to Nova Southeastern University’s Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences for the Master of Science degree program. We will be hosting an “Accelerated Admissions Day” on Monday, Aug. 1 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Prospective students can complete multiple tasks at this…


Center for Psychological Studies assistant professor Christian DeLucia, Ph.D. presented Twelve Step Recovery for Substance Use Disorders: Findings and Unresolved Issues as part of the collaborative research series for students and faculty offered by the Center for Psychological Studies and Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.