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SAAC Participates in Miami Dolphins Special Teams 9/11 National Day of Service
The NSU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) participated in the Miami Dolphins Special Teams 9/11 National Day of Service at Sunlife Stadium on the 11th anniversary of those events. The Miami Dolphins Special Teams is a unique volunteer organization created to enlist and mobilize the ongoing services of the community with…
NSU’s Undergraduate Programs Announce the 2012–2013 Outstanding Students
Graduating seniors, selected by faculty and academic leadership in their respective school and/or division, will be recognized during this year’s Commencement ceremony, for their academic achievements and service to the community.
NSU SAAC Raises Over $5,500 for Make-A-Wish
Nova Southeastern University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) raised the most funds in school history for their Division II national charity, Make-A-Wish Foundation. Through Shark Nights and many athletes’ participation, SAAC will be able to grant a child in need in Broward County one wish. SAAC’s main focus was to increase…
SAAC Wins “Battle Of The Orgs” SEA Thursdays
The Nova Southeastern University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) made a push to join the rest of the student body organizations and have a presence at SEA (Student Events and Activities) Thursdays. Through the SAAC’s participation, the organization earned its second win at the SEA Thursdays. The SEA Board has implemented…
NSU Undergraduate Programs Announce 2012–2013 Outstanding Graduating Students
Each spring, Nova Southeastern University’s Undergraduate Commencement ceremony recognizes the achievements of students and the support of faculty, family members, and the community. Congratulations to the following graduating students, who have been selected by faculty and academic leadership in their respective school and/or division to be recognized at this year’s…
SAAC Wins At Pause For Cause Charity Event
The Nova Southeastern University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee participated in the Pause for Cause benefit. The NSU Student Government dubbed March 21, SEA Thursday Pause for a Cause! In total the Make-A-Wish Foundation was one of twelve charities that participated in Pause for a Cause! Upon arriving at SEA, each student…
Young Scientists at University School of NSU Awarded for Projects in Multiple Disciplines
University School of NSU students in grades 6-8 recently tackled group behavior, boat hull design, eco-friendly lighting and algae mitigation to name just a few of this year’s science fair topics. Middle School science fair projects are developed primarily in the classroom to afford students the opportunity to conduct thorough…
Boudreau Named February’s Student Leader of the Month
NSU rower Lauren Boudreau has been named the Student Leader of the Month by the Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement. The student athlete, who is biology major, is also the acting President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, which serves as a voice for student athletes. The organization’s involvement…
Women’s Soccer and Volleyball Volunteer at the Third Annual Walk for Wishes
Women’s Soccer and Volleyball volunteered their time and took part in the third annual Walk For Wishes, a 5K walk/run that raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation (NCAA Division II charity) The 5K walk/run took place at Markham Park in Weston, Fla., on Feb. 4. The 5k walk/run was initiated…
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Raises the Bar during First Shark Night
Nova Southeastern University is one of nine schools in the Sunshine State Conference. Each school has student athletes who choose to participate in and represent their school through a club called Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and this year Nova Southeastern University is taking SAAC to a greater level. In…
SAAC Raises Funds For Make-A-Wish Foundation
During the weekends of Oct. 6 and Oct. 13, the Nova Southeastern University Student-Athlete Athletic Committee (SAAC) sent volunteers to Cooper City, Florida to assist in raising funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The NCAA Division-II established a national alliance with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a global charity that grants the wishes…
NSU Respresented at Sunshine State Conference in Orlando
NSU sent two representatives from SAAC to the Sunshine State Conference in Orlando, Fl. The primary topic of discussion at this year’s conference was the future of the SAAC committees. The weekend was spent focusing on how to work in a conference-style setting, sharing ideas, and listening to personal opinions…
SAAC Holds Successful Silent Auction for Make-A-Wish
The Nova Southeastern Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) held its inaugural silent auction on Mar. 29 in the Don Taft University Center. The event, which will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, raised $1,335. The Sharks auctioned several items, including a Florida Panthers jersey, a flat-screen television, a spa package, a charter fishing…
SAAC to Host Silent Auction to Benefit Make-A-Wish, Mar. 29
The Nova Southeastern Student-Athlete Advisory Committee will host a silent auction on Mar. 29 at the Flight Deck, located in the Don Taft University Center, from 7-9 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Sharks will be auctioning off several items including a Florida Panthers jersey, a flat-screen…