CAHSS Alum is Residence Coordinator at Barry University

Karen Zuniga, M.S.

Karen Zuniga, M.S., 2016 graduate of the master’s program in College Student Affairs in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) is Residence Coordinator at Barry University. Zuniga came to Barry from Fordham University where she was a Residence Director following her graduation from NSU.

While at NSU, Zuniga was an Assistant Coordinator for the Commons and completed a practicum at Columbia University. In addition to her M.S. from NSU, Zuniga received her B.B.A. from Florida Atlantic University.

CAHSS Faculty Speaks on “Brexit, the Border, and Irish Current Affairs “in Delray

David Kilroy. Ph.D., faculty in NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), was the featured speaker at Tír na mBláth, the south Florida branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, the primary Irish organization dedicated to the promotion of the music, dance, language and culture of Ireland. Kilroy’s topic was “Brexit, the Border, and Irish Current Affairs.”

At issue: the 310-mile Irish border, the land boundary that separates Northern Ireland —, which is part of the United Kingdom — from the Republic of Ireland, which is an independent country and a member of the European Union.  And now Brexit — the UK’s decision to leave the European Union — is threatening to rip open old grievances and unravel the fragile peace in Northern Ireland.

Tír na mBláth is providing an internship in the Winter semester, open to all undergraduate students who demonstrate a genuine interest in learning about and promoting Irish culture.  Preference is given to students pursuing the Irish Studies Minor offered by the Department of History and Political Science (DHPS) in CAHSS. Kilroy is professor and Interim Chair in DHPS.

CAHSS Sponsors NSU Chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Networking and Lunch Event

The NSU chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) hosted its annual Pizza & PR informational event on October 1, 2019. The event, sponsored by NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS), students and alumni were invited to learn about membership with NSU PRSSA, while enjoying lunch.

“I hope that this event brings in new members excited to join NSU’s chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America,” said Monique Cole, president of NSU PRSSA. Our current members are excited to see the chapter grow and offer new and exciting opportunities to help members further develop their professional skill sets and networks.”

The event, offered interested undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to learn more about the chapter and its events for the fall 2019 semester, including a visit to a local TV station, a visit to a local public relations agency, featured guest speakers and a workshop focusing on using social media to network.

“I’m hoping to gain more knowledge about real-world applications of public relations while being a part of something great in my final year of college,” said Adit Selvaraj, a communication major who recently joined the chapter. “I’m interested in learning about the day-to-day life of practicing public relations and how to successfully execute campaigns.”

The chapter, which launched on NSU’s campus in 2017, is open to any NSU undergraduate or graduate student interested in learning more about public relations as a career.

“I am excited about our growing chapter and the professional development opportunities we have lined up this semester,” said Whitney Lehmann, Ph.D., faculty adviser for NSU PRSSA. “Our members are passionate about PR and future careers in the field.” Lehmann is faculty in the Department of Writing and Communication in CAHSS.

Students interested in joining PRSSA are invited to contact Cole at mc3026@mynsu.nova.edu.

Early Immersion Presentation of “Fuel Up Right. It’s a Jungle Out There” for UNIV1000 First Year Experience Students

Our very own KPCOM’s nutrition department partnered with Publix Aprons Cooking School to provide a fun, nutrition focused activity for First Year Experience students. The freshman enjoyed a nutrition lesson, a grocery store scavenger hunt and finished off with creating their own unique smoothies with fresh fruits and vegetables. Faculty and graduate nutrition students provided nutrition education and facilitated the activities. The scavenger hunt winners received prizes provided by the ExEL Career Services team. All participants were entered into a drawing to win a free Aprons cooking class. We are grateful to our community partner, Publix Aprons, Chef Rey and his awesome team for making this event a great success!  Our next Early Immersion event is on Nov 6th and a secondary offering on the 7th. If interested in our next free event, please sign up via ExEL Career Services. Graduate students involved include Cara Millman and Angelica Green. Faculty included Melinda Luis, M.S., RDN, LDN Adjunct Faculty, Petra Colindres, M.A., RDN, LDN, IBCLC, Assistant Professor, Nadine Milkati, Ph.D., RDN, LDN Associate Professor.

Education Alumna Named Orlando Campus Director at Ana G. Méndez University

Maria S. Rosarios, Ed.D., graduate of NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE&SCJ), has been named the Orlando Campus Director at Ana G. Méndez University.

Established in 1943, Ana G. Méndez University is the largest private not-for-profit university in Puerto Rico. While their main campus is in Puerto Rico, the university also operates regional campuses in the DC Metro Area, Orlando, South Florida, Tampa Bay, and Dallas.

The Orlando Campus opened in 2003 for Hispanic adult students in the Continental United States. Dr. Rosarios will be leading the campus administration, focusing on initiatives to ensure the achievement of student enrollment and growth of the Orlando Campus.

Dr. Rosarios earned her Doctor of Education with a specialization in organizational leadership at FCE&SCJ in 2017.

Alumni Spotlight: Irene Marron-Tarrazzi, D.M.D.

Irene Marron-Tarrazzi, D.M.D.

Irene Marron-Tarrazzi, D.M.D. (’03), is a board-certified periodontist and owner of Brickell Periodontics in Miami, Florida. She is also an adjunct faculty member at NSU’s College of Dental Medicine.

Marron-Tarrazzi is active with several professional organizations, including the American Association of Women Dentists, the International Team of Implantology, and the American Board of Periodontology. Since 2004, she has been a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, an honorary distinction in the dental community. She is a Fellow with the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Currently a member of the Executive Council of the South Florida District Dental Association, where she also served as president, Marron-Tarrazzi is a member of the Board of Trustees and the Government Action Committee for the Florida Dental Association. Previously, she served as the vice president of the American Dental Association.

Marron-Tarrazzi was awarded 2018 Dentist of the Year by the Florida Dental Association. She has also been named a Woman to watch by the Lucy Hobbs Project.

Though she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from NSU in 2003, Marron-Tarrazzi had previously attained a Certificate of Periodontology and an M.S. from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She received her initial dental degree in 1996 from the Universidad Central de Venezuela.

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