Author: Abimbola Elizabeth Eminowa

NSU American Student Dental Association Hosts Pre-Dental Weekend

Group photo the simulation lab as the weekend wrapped up with our participants.

The NSU chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) hosted its annual pre-dental weekend giving aspiring dental students a glimpse of life in dental school.

As part of the many programs ASDA hosts, the pre-dental weekend aims to educate students in undergrad from the admission process to the daily routine of attending classes and labs. The weekend begins with tips on performing one’s best in mock interviews done by our faculty and event participants. Meeting the admissions committee, dean and a tour of the college wraps up the didactic portion of the event.

For many students it’s the hands-on session that gives them a feel of what dentistry is all about. Participants get a chance to enter our simulation lab where they get to make impressions, restorations and wire bending as they are assisted by ASDA members and faculty. The sessions allow students to test their skills and see if dentistry, especially NSU Dental is a right fit for them. For Bruna Garbin Paes de Barros a biomedical sciences major at the University of Central Florida the experience was one that made her never want to leave.

“Going to the pre-dental weekend at NSU was a memorable experience! Not only we got to meet dental students and the faculty, but we also got hands on some dental related projects in the Sim Lab. It was an excellent opportunity to grow and learn about this incredible profession we want to pursue,” said
Garbin Paes de Barros.

The pre-dental weekend is one of the many ways NSU ASDA gives back to the community. The organization takes pride in partaking in philanthropy events, advocating for dental causes in Tallahassee and hosting lunch and learn events furthering their dental knowledge. To see what the organization has been up to the past semesters check out their bi-annual magazine, NOVAcaine News.

Department of Family Therapy Faculty Publishes Book, Substance Abuse and the Family: Assessment and Treatment

Michael Reiter, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Family Therapy (DFT) in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), published the second edition of his popular book, Substance Abuse and the Family: Assessment and Treatment, 2nd Edition (2019).

In this updated edition, Reiter examines addiction through a family systems lens, which considers a range of interconnected contexts, such as biology and genetics, family relationships, and larger systems. Chapters are organized around two sections: Assessment and Treatment. Examining how the family system organizes around substance use and abuse, the first section includes contributions on the neurobiology and genetics of addiction, as well as chapters on family diversity, issues in substance-using families, and working in a culturally sensitive way. The second half of the book explores various treatment options for individuals and families presenting with substance abuse issues, providing an overview of the major family therapy theories, and chapters on self-help groups and the process of family recovery.

This edition has many useful additions including a revision of the family diversity chapter to consider sexual and gender minorities, brand new chapters on behavioral addictions such as sex and gambling, and a chapter on ethical implications in substance abuse work with families. Additional sections include information on Multisystemic Therapy, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Twelve-Step Facilitation. Each chapter now contains a case application to help demonstrate treatment strategies in practice. Contributors to the book include DFT faculty Christopher Burnett, Ph.D., who provided the cover photo, Jaime Tartar, Ph.D. faculty in NSU’s College of Psychology who co-authored two chapters, one with Christina Gobin and Julius Thomas, and one with Gobin, .and Myron Burns, Ph.D., faculty in COP who authored a chapter.

Intended for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as beginning practitioners, Substance Abuse and the Family, 2nd Ed. remains one of the most penetrating and in-depth examinations on the topic available. For more information: https://www.routledge.com/Substance-Abuse-and-the-Family-Assessment-and-Treatment/Reiter/p/book/9781138625976

CAHSS Announces Name Change of Digressions from “Literary Magazine” to “Literary & Art Journal”

Digressions: The Literary Magazine has changed its name to Digressions: Literary & Art Journal. This change reflects the journal’s mission to promote inclusivity and reflect the array of submissions received across the greater NSU community. Digressions is housed in the Department of Writing and Communication (DWC) in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS).

“I am impressed with the journal’s strong student and faculty leadership. I appreciate the way they have prioritized inclusivity,” said Shanti Bruce, Ph.D., professor and chair of DWC.

For the Spring 2019 issue (volume 16), the executive committee received a record number of artistic pieces—continuing a trend evident over the last several issues—prompting the title change.

“In reviewing some of the journal’s back issues, it became clear that this isn’t simply a magazine of words. In fact, we noticed more-and-more artistic pieces submitted each year. The journal’s executive team decided that it was time to replace the title with one that was more representative of these submissions,” said Mario D’Agostino, co-faculty advisor to the journal and visiting assistant professor in DWC.

The 16th volume featured student work from numerous colleges and degrees across NSU. Logan Stewart, an Art and Design major from the Department of Performing and Visual Arts, directed the journal’s leadership. Jenna Kopec, Communication major from DWC served as Associate Editor.

To celebrate the Spring 2019 issue, Digressions: Literary & Art Journal held its yearly launch on April 1 in PVA Gallery 217. The event featured students reading their pieces and explaining their artistic choices. “The launch is our culminating celebration of this incredible student work. The journal is created entirely by students, from the content to the publishing process and their hard work deserves acknowledgement and celebration,” said Molly Scanlon, Ph.D., co-faculty advisor to the journal and associate professor of writing in DWC.

Digressions: Art & Literary Journal is a student-run publication. The journal accepts original works of poetry, short fiction, creative essays, artwork, and photography and has been publishing student work for over two decades. To read Digressions back issues, visit https://nsuworks.nova.edu/digressions/

Department of Conflict Resolution Studies Alumna Publishes Article “Imprint of Racism: White Adult Males’ Transformational Experience from Racial Antipathy to Racial Reconciliation”

Wynona James, Ph.D.

Wynona James, Ph.D., doctoral graduate of the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies (DCRS) in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), has published an article entitled, “Imprint of Racism: White Adult Males’ Transformational Experience from Racial Antipathy to Racial Reconciliation” in the June 2019 edition of the American Journal of Qualitative Research. See   https://www.ajqr.org/article/imprint-of-racismnbsp-white-adult-males-transformational-experience-from-racial-antipathy-to-racial-5813

James has over 39 years with the federal government and currently serves as the Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Manager and Senior Mediator with the Department of the Air Force at Peterson Air Force Base (Colorado Springs) Colorado, where she serves over 10,500 Department of Defense civilian, military personnel and dependents in conflict management skills and resolution. She has been an invited speaker at a number of venues – presenting training sessions on conflict resolution and race relations – as well as mediating workplace disputes at a number of military, federal, and state agencies. James has been a guest contributor to the Secretary Air Force General Counsel Newsletter and the Peterson Air Force Space Observer newspaper with published articles on conflict resolution in the workplace, conflict management, crisis management, and equal opportunity.

She is the recipient of the 2010 United States Secretary of the Air Force General Counsel Mediator of the Year Agency Award and the 2019 Air Force Blacks in Government Meritorious Service Award for Civil Rights and representing Air Force Space Command as the nominee for the 2019 national competition. 

James is also a part-time adjunct instructor for online studies with the Graduate Department of Conflict Management with Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX.

2019 NSU Alumni Family Day at Marlins Park

NSU’s Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving recently hosted their annual NSU Alumni Family Day at Marlins Park!

More than 250 NSU alumni and family came to Marlins Park stadium to show their Shark Pride while cheering on the Miami Marlins as they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies.

The day was filled with enjoyment as alumni, family and friends were treated with various NSU swag items as they mixed and mingled with our very own Razor the Shark. Prior to first pitch our alumni were allowed to parade around the field, after which they enjoyed the game in the NSU reserved sections.

If you are an alum of NSU, please remember to follow us on all social media platforms @NSUALUMNI and look out for any upcoming alumni events.

For any alumni relations questions or concerns, please contact Raphael Walters, Associate Director of Alumni Relations, at rwalters1@nova.edu or 954-262-2121

Halmos Faculty Brings Marine Biology to St. Louis, Missouri

On Friday, June 21, Halmos faculty member Matthew Johnston, Ph.D. brought marine biology to the center of the United States. Using SKYPE technology, Johnston spent an hour with high school summer campers talking about his research on the invasive lionfish and being a member of many research projects as a biologist and computer expert, such as shark tracking at the Guy Harvey Research Institute within Halmos College.

For more information: https://www.slsc.org/programs/summer-science-blast-camps/

Osteopathic Students Provide Medical Outreach in Cuba

Elaine M. Wallace, D.O.,dean of NSU’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM), recently accompanied 16 students to Santa Clara, Cuba, for a weeklong internship in collaboration with the Universidad of Ciencias Médicas de Villa Clara. This marked the first time medical students from the U.S. were allowed to visit the Cuban school.

KPCOM students had the opportunity to work alongside Cuban faculty members, residents, and medical students in three different teaching hospitals and assist with cases associated with pediatrics, internal medicine, OB-GYN, dermatology, ear, nose, and throat, and ophthalmology.

They also had a chance to work directly with patients, assist with births and eye surgeries, participate in hospital rounds, and attend lectures. The experience was an extremely fulfilling one that allowed the students to truly immerse themselves in the Cuban culture.

NSU Researchers Part of Team on Ambitious Expedition to Explore the Deep Sea

Left to right Nathan Robinson, Sonke Johnsen, Tracey Sutton, Captain of the Pt Sur- Nick Allen, Edie Widder & Megan McCall gather around to watch squid

Researchers from Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography joined with colleagues from other research institutions to explore the water column in some of the deepest parts of the Gulf of Mexico.

The project – Journey Into Midnight: Light and Life Below the Twilight Zone is ran from June 8 – 22, 2019 and featured Tracey Sutton Ed.D, Tamara Frank, Ph.D. and graduate assistant Ruchao Quian from NSU – they were three of the 10 explorers on this voyage.

The team made some remarkable findings which were featured in multiple media outlets across the country. You can read those stories below:

Giant Squid

Giant Shrimp

Giant Acanthephyra caught between 1,200 and 1,500 meters (3,937 and 4,921 feet) with the Tucker Trawl

You can learn more about Journey Into Midnight: Light and Life Below the Twilight Zone ONLINE.

This site, created by the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, contains a wealth of information about the research expedition, including biographical info on the explorers, a photo gallery of the strange and wonderful sea life found deep in the Gulf of Mexico and more.

NSU Alvin Sherman Library Courage and Commitment Exhibit, Aug. 11

Join us for an inspiring exhibit honoring veterans of all wars created by the artists and members of the 2+3 Artists’ Organization, Inc.:

  • Marilyn Johansen
  • Rolande Moorhead
  • Wilma Siegel
  • Judith Schawb
  • Anabel Peicher
  • Rachel Rub

The 2+3 Artists’ Organization, Inc. is founded as  a non-for-profit corporation. Its purpose is to heighten public awareness of the visual arts by establishing recognition, support and communications among and between visual artists and the community.

Opening reception:    You can meet the artists at a reception on Sunday, August 11, from 3 – 5 p.m. in the 2nd Floor, Cotilla Gallery.  (light refreshments will be served)

 

Remember to React Part II: Drawings and Prints from NSU Art Museum Collection

Installation view Remember to React II, Left to right works by Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Nicole Eisenman. Photo: Steven Brooke

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale presents Remember to React Part II, an exhibition comprised of over 50 works from its permanent collection by artists including Nicole Eisenman, Helen Frankenthaler, Quisqueya Henriquez, Lee Krasner, Frank León, Ana Mendieta, Wangechi Mutu, Jorge Pantoja, Raymond Pettibon, Nancy Spero, Andy Warhol, and the Guerilla Girls. On view from June 15 – September 29, 2019, it continues the theme of the institution’s 60th anniversary exhibition, Remember to React (on view through June 2020), with its emphasis on women artists, as well as works representative of the current
global art world. The exhibition is curated by Bonnie Clearwater, NSU Art Museum Director and Chief Curator.

Remember to React II also runs concurrently with the exhibition William J. Glackens: From Pencil to Paint, which is drawn exclusively from the museum’s permanent collection of this early American modernist’s work. “The focus on drawing and prints in both of these exhibitions further demonstrates the richness and depth of NSU Art Museum’s collection,” states Bonnie Clearwater.

Among the works featured in Remember to React Part II is Los Angeles-based artist Raymond Pettibon’s first video, Repeater Pencil, 2004, in which he animated his own drawings to create a non-linear narrative that suggests the dark side of the American dream. Pettibon’s drawings hark back to the heyday of twentieth-century American illustrators, including William Glackens, whose drawings are on view in the adjoining Glackens gallery. Nicole Eisenman’s monumental ink drawing, The Anxiety of Adolescent Boys Hanging onto the Last Moments of Their Innocence, 2001, is a satirical battle of the sexes that similarly displays a drawing style that recalls early twentieth-century popular illustrations for the masses.

Now through- September 29, 2019

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