Tag Archives: Nova Southeastern University
Carmel on the Case: Crude on Campus
Professor Bob Jarvis, Nova Southeastern University: “Taking the pictures was definitely bad. Taking the pictures and putting them on Facebook was worse. And taking the pictures, putting them on Facebook, and adding derogatory comments, was kind of the clincher.”
This documentary reveals up close the misconceptions and myths surrounding these misunderstood predators of the sea and promotes global shark conservation.
Eight Professors Join the Huizenga Business School for the 2011-12 School Year
The H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) recently welcomed eight professors who joined the school to teach in the 2011-12 school year, which began Monday.
Free Workshops for NSU Employees Hosted by NSU’s Office of Human Resources, Oct. 13
This fall NSU’s Office of Human Resources will host several free development workshops for employees. The first workshop focuses on stress management and relationship building by exploring 12 essential Life Skills. Titled, “Trigger-Proof Your Way to Success”,will be led by author, psychologist, and educator, Gay Lynn Williamson-Grigas, M.A. As a…
COM Geriatrics Department Chair Naushira Pandya was quoted
COM Geriatrics Department Chair Naushira Pandya was quoted as a subject-matter expert in a Miami Herald article on medicare considering paying for STD testing for seniors.
Dr. Cecilia Rokusek from NSU’s Institute for Disaster and Emergency Preparedness was quoted
Dr. Cecilia Rokusek from NSU’s Institute for Disaster and Emergency Preparedness was quoted as a subject-matter expert in Yahoo News and other media on Hurricane Irene.
The Oceanographic Center is a part of a research consortium that’s using a $112.5-million research grant to investigate the fate of petroleum in the environment from the Deepwater Horizon, the impacts of the spill, and the development of new tools and technology for responding to future spills and improving mitigation and restoration.
NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine expands its affiliated medical residency programs
NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine expands its affiliated medical residency programs at Broward General Medical Center, Palmetto General Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Miami Children’s Hospitals.
Researchers from NSU’s Occupational Therapy Department are using iPads to treat disabled patients
Researchers from NSU’s Occupational Therapy Department are using iPads to treat disabled patients who suffer from spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. Yahoo! News and CBS 4 covered the story.
The Oceanographic Center recently received confiscated endangered corals worth up to $1 million
The Oceanographic Center recently received confiscated endangered corals worth up to $1 million from two federal agencies —- U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service —- for research and educational outreach display.
NSU to Host Panel Discussion on Lessons Learned from Sept. 11 Terrorist Attacks
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will host a panel discussion on Thursday, Sept. 8 with homeland security, law enforcement, public health, and weather officials to discuss the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and lessons learned.
NSU Medical Training in Iraq Leads to the Establishment of Training Center in Middle East
Last year, 12 Iraqi physicians learned how to administer advanced CPR and other life-saving skills on children thanks to cutting-edge technology at Nova Southeastern University. The university, in partnership with health care providers from UCLA and the International Medical Corp (IMC), conducted a three-day, live broadcast training from NSU’s main…
Five hot career programs to make you more employable in South Florida
As hacker attacks increase, the demand will rise for experts in information security, said Eric Ackerman, assistant dean and director of the Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences at Nova Southeastern University.
NSU Researchers Using iPads to Treat Spinal Cord Injuries
At Nova Southeastern University (NSU), the tiny, flat screen, touch pad is being used by the Occupational Therapy Department researchers to treat disabled patients who suffer from spinal cord injuries and other disabilities.
Nova Southeastern University’s Medical School to Expand its Affiliated Medical Residency Programs
Four of the 16 hospitals in Florida that will receive more residency spots are Broward General Medical Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Miami Children’s Hospital in Miami, and Mt. Sinai Medical Hospital. Those hospitals are where NSU’s medical school, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, has many affiliated residency programs.
U.N. Rep. to Join NSU ‘Symposium on Water: A Human Right’
The Shepard Broad Law Center invites you to attend A Symposium on Water: A Human Right on Friday and Saturday, September 16 and 17, 2011. The symposium will cover why safe and clean drinking water and sanitation is a human right essential to the full enjoyment of life and all…
U.N. Rep. to Join NSU ‘Symposium on Water: A Human Right,’ Sept. 16 & 17
The Shepard Broad Law Center invites you to attend A Symposium on Water: A Human Right on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16 and 17. The symposium will cover why safe and clean drinking water and sanitation is a human right essential to the full enjoyment of life and all other…
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.
Nova Southeastern University of Palm Beach Relocates to New Center
New State-of-the-Art Facility Brings World Class Education to Palm Beach County PALM BEACH, FLA. – Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has relocated and expanded its Student Educational Center to a new state-of-the art facility in Palm Beach Gardens at the intersection of I-95 and Military Trail. A ribbon cutting and grand…
Summer camp teaches high school students to start their own business
In its second year, the Entrepreneurship Summer Camp and Personal Enrichment, called ESCAPE, at NSU brings university professors, local entrepreneurs and leaders to educate high school students about business basics such as etiquette, finance, budget, marketing and public relations, said Janet Goldstein, one of the program organizers.