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Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Faculty Publish Variety of Books

Several faculty members from the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences have recently published books in their respective fields of study, serving as authors, co-authors, editors, and contributors. Reza Razeghifard, Ph.D., associate professor and coordinator of physical sciences, edited Natural and Artificial Photosynthesis: Solar Power as an Energy Source (Wiley),…


Bloody-Good Faculty Lecture, Book Launch to Shed Light on Vampires, Oct. 31

Just in time for Halloween, join the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences for a history lesson on vampires. Part of the college’s Faculty Lecture Series, the event will also celebrate the release of Images of the Modern Vampire: The Hip and the Atavistic, a collection of essays chronicling the…


Learn About Potential Pros, Cons of Personal Genomics at Faculty Lecture, Nov. 14

The practice of personal genomic testing has received plenty of press. But, what are the pros and cons for those electing to have their DNA analyzed? The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences will host a discussion on this topic as part of its Faculty Lecture Series. “Personal Genomics: Good,…


Fifth Issue of Quadrivium Online Journal to be Published, Nov. 1

Join the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences for the launch of the latest issue of Quadrivium, an online journal of analytical and creative works by college faculty members and graduate students. Quadrivium Issue 5 Launch Friday, Nov. 1 Noon–1:00 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library | Second Floor Gallery Quadrivium’s fifth…


SHSS Faculty and Student present on Multiple Frames and Reframing at ACR Conference

Neil Katz, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), co-presented a workshop with DCAR doctoral candidate Suzzette Harriott at the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Annual Conference in Minneapolis. The workshop was entitled “Enhancing Organizational Conflict Consulting Effectiveness:…


SHSS Faculty Presented on Teaching about 9/11 at Florida State University

Cheryl Duckworth, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), presented at a two day conference that was hosted by Florida State University (FSU) in partnership with the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) at FSU’s Center…


NSU Professor Wins Prestigious Provost’s Research and Scholarship Award

NSU President and CEO George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D., recently presented Raymond Ownby, M.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., with the 3rd Annual Provost’s Research and Scholarship Award. The announcement was made at the External Funding Recognition Reception. Ownby, who serves as a professor and chair of NSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM)…


NSU Faculty Honored for Receiving External Funding

More than 120 members of the NSU faculty were honored at the NSU External Funding Recognition Reception at Grand Oaks Golf Club on October 16. The event was hosted by Gary S. Margules, Sc.D., NSU vice president for research and technology transfer, and recognizes the extraordinary efforts of NSU faculty…


Matrix Online Math Column Returns with New Topic, Problem-Solving Contest

A new issue of Matrix math column has arrived. Created by faculty in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Math, Science, and Technology, Matrix aims to show how math can apply to various disciplines, general life situations, and even humor. The eighth edition of Matrix explores the…


Have Fun with Finite Frames at Next Math Colloquium Talk, Nov. 6

The next talk in the fall 2013 Mathematics Colloquium Series will focus on finite frame theory. Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, the talk is free and all are welcome to attend. “Problems and Applications in Finite Frame Theory” Mathematics Colloquium Series | Laura De Carli, Ph.D….


Next Math Colloquium Talk Looks at Biological Aggregation, Oct. 23

The third talk in the fall 2013 Mathematics Colloquium Series will examine the relationship between mathematics and biological aggregation. Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, the talk is free and all are welcome to attend. “Biological Aggregation in Nonlocal Models” Mathematics Colloquium Series | Ciprian Gal, Ph.D….


Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Professor Named as Contributing Expert in U.S. Supreme Court Ruling

Charles Zelden, Ph.D., professor at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, was named as part of the amici curiae in an Aug. 30 brief for the U.S. Supreme Court case Schuette v. Coalition to Defend Affirmative Action. Meaning “friend of the court” in Latin, amici curiae are those who…


NSU Professor Emeritus & Author of Baseball’s Last Great Scout speaks at NSU

Daniel Austin, Ph.D., NSU Professor Emeritus and Author of Baseball’s Last Great Scout spoke to a crowd of 80 guests about the life of Hugh Alexander on Oct. 8 in the Cotilla Gallery at the NSU Alvin Sherman Library. The event was co-hosted by the Sherman Library and the H….


SHSS Alum Appointed to the Faculty at Regis College

Michelle Cromwell, Ph.D., graduate of the master’s and doctoral programs in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR) in NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), has been appointed to the faculty of Regis College in Weston, MA as an Associate Professor of Politics and Social Justice and…


NSU’s Oceanographic Center Awarded Prestigious LEED® Green Building Certification

NSU’s Oceanographic Center has been awarded LEED® Silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance. “NSU’s Oceanographic Center has been recognized for the incredible work…


SHSS Alum Appointed Visiting Research Professor at U.S. Army War College

Thomas Matyok, Ph.D., a graduate of NSU’s Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), has been appointed visiting Research Professor at the United States Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, PA.  His role will be to undertake high-impact, policy relevant studies regarding the strategic environment, its principle strategic challenges, and…


Outstanding NSU Undergraduate Students Honored at Annual Fall Banquet

Students from NSU’s Undergraduate Honors Program joined faculty, administration, and distinguished members of university leadership for the fall 2013 Honors Banquet on Sept. 26. Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, the annual event recognizes Honors students for their academic achievements and excellence. The banquet also serves to…


SHSS Welcomes New Faculty Member

Honggang Yang, Ph.D., dean of NSU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) has announced the appointment of Evan Hoffman, Ph.D., to the faculty at SHSS. Hoffman has been appointed as an assistant professor in the Department of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (DCAR). Hoffman holds a doctoral degree in Political…


Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Assistant Professor Presents Research in England, Germany

This past summer, Stefan Kautsch, Ph.D., assistant professor at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, gave invited seminars at the University of Cambridge in England and the University of Heidelberg in Germany, presenting research on the structures of spiral galaxies and their evolution. Most recently, on Sept. 13, Kautsch…


College of Pharmacy Professor Awarded the Chauncey I. Cooper Award

Barry Bleidt, Ph.D., Pharm.D., RPh, professor of Sociobehavioral & Administrative Pharmacy at NSU’s College of Pharmacy, was awarded the Chauncey I. Cooper Award at the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA) annual convention in New Orleans. The Cooper award, created in honor of the National Pharmaceutical Association’s founder, is the highest recognition…