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Tag Archives: Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies

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…


Division of Applied and Interdisciplinary Studies (DAIS) Hosts Inaugural AcademicFest


Learn about DAIS at AcademicFest, Oct. 29

Don’t miss the first in a series of AcademicFests designed to boost your NSU pride, and give you insider’s knowledge that will increase your “NSU IQ.” NSU faculty and staff are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch, and learn more about NSU’s newest division – the Division of Applied Interdisciplinary…


Register Now for the Mailman Segal Institute’s Programs for Children

Register now for the 2010-11 school year at Mailman Segal Institute! Nationally recognized, accredited programs are housed in a state-of-the-art facility boasting dynamic classrooms, an outdoor art studio, four unique and exciting playgrounds, and an interactive water play fountain. Your child will engage in literacy, imaginative play, art, sensory, science,…


Baudhuin Preschool Students Graduate from Special Olympics Young Athletes Program

Nearly 160 students from the Mailman Segal Institute’s Baudhuin Preschool at NSU recently graduated from the Special Olympics Young Athletes program. The Baudhuin Preschool is an internationally recognized model program for children with autism spectrum disorders. The participating students, who range in age from three to five years old, were…


F. Charles “Bud” Mace Named Recipient of Unicorn Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair at NSU

Internationally renowned psychologist F. Charles “Bud” Mace, Ph.D., has been named recipient of the Unicorn Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair at NSU. As such, Mace will serve as executive director of the Autism Institute at NSU’s Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies. In addition, he will serve as professor of…


MSI Tampa Project Director Appointed Co-Editor of Focus on Infants and Toddlers

Linda Shidler, Ph.D., project director at MSI Tampa, has been appointed co-editor of Focus on Infants and Toddlers, a quarterly on-line publication of the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI). The publication reflects the specific interests of ACEI members and serves as an organizational vehicle for disseminating practical, professional information. …


Check out this Listing of NSU Summer Programs for Kids of All Ages!

In order to help you identify which summer camp will best fit your needs and that of your child(ren), we have compiled a listing of all NSU programs offered this summer. Check with your specific program of choice to see if NSU employee discounts are applicable. Mailman Segal Institute for…


Family Center Preschool and Infant & Toddler Program to host Open House for NSU Employees, May 22

The Mailman Segal Institute’s Family Center Preschool and Infant & Toddler Program will hold an open house for all NSU employees on Saturday, May 22 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Take advantage of the 35% tuition waiver extended for all eligible NSU faculty and staff members and the fantastic…


F. Charles (Bud) Mace, Ph.D., Named Recipient of Unicorn Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair at Nova Southeastern University

As recipient of the Unicorn Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair at NSU, F. Charles (Bud) Mace, Ph.D., will serve as executive director of the Autism Institute at NSU’s Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies and as professor of psychology for NSU’s Center for Psychological Studies.


Registration Ongoing for MSI’s Parenting Place

The Parenting Place is currently in the third week of the Spring/Summer session, however, enrollment is ongoing. The next 7-week session begins June 14 and the fall session begins Aug. 23. The Parenting Place offers remarkable programs for families and children to learn, play, and grow together. The award-winning classes…


Register for MSI’s Family Center Preschool

Register now for the 2010-11 school year at the Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies! The MSI’s nationally recognized, NAEYC-accredited program is housed in a state-of-the-art facility boasting dynamic classrooms, an outdoor art studio, four unique and exciting playgrounds, and an interactive water play fountain. Your child will engage…


MSI Dean featured on NBC 6’s Today in South Florida

Roni Leiderman, Ph.D., dean of the Mailman Segal Institute, appeared on a segment of NBC 6’s Today in South Florida with Pam Giganti about autism. Today in South Florida airs during the local segment of the Today Show.  Leiderman discussed the newest developments in autism assessment and the programs available…


Give your Child a Super Summer with MSI’s Summer Fun Camp!

Come visit MSI’s Summer Fun Camp, exclusively for children ages 2-5. Fill your child’s summer days with fun and exciting learning opportunities. The camp features an interactive water-play fountain; an outdoor art studio; four unique and exciting playgrounds; and indoor classrooms where children can play, learn, and explore. Science, rock…


MSI’s Baudhuin Preschool Partners with Alvin Sherman Library

The Baudhuin Preschool at the Mailman Segal Institute has entered into a mutually beneficial partnership with the Alvin Sherman Library. Anne Leon, MLS, interim executive director of Public Library Services, is promoting this effort and seeks to engage and provide services for children with autism spectrum disorders.


Registration Open for MSI Summer Fun Camp

Experience the magic of summer at out Summer Fun Camp! View PDF


Finding the right summer camp starts now (Sun-Sentinel)

That’s why I love the Mailman Segal Institute’s Summer Fun Camp at Nova Southeastern University. They transform the place into a unique summer experience, with sing-alongs, “camp fires” and lots of water and playground fun.


Mailman Segal’s Parenting Place Spring Registration is now OPEN

Registration is now open for MSCs Parenting Place Spring session which runs now through June 11. 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 Moran Family Center Village…


Just for Kids!

Nova Southeastern University’s Mailman Segal Institute (MSI) is offering remarkable programs for families and children to learn, play and grow together.

The popular fall program called Just for Kids! Designed for children 2 1/2 to 5 years of age, begins Sept. 8 and runs through Dec. 14, in two 7-week sessions. Classes will be held at MSI on the university’s main campus in Davie-3301 College Ave.


Nova Southeastern University Partners with the Atlanta Public School System

Faculty and researchers from Nova Southeastern University’s (Miami, Florida) Autism Consortium have been retained by the Atlanta Public School System to support the development of additional classrooms for students with autism. The increase in classrooms will raise to thirty, the number of specialized classes for students with autism. Students will range in age from pre-kindergarten through age 22.