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NSU Undergrad Presents Research at History Conference

Mikayla Apicella at the Florida Conference of Historians

Mikayla Apicella, a senior studying neuroscience and history, presented her original research paper at the Conference of Florida Historians on Jan.27. Apicella is a presidential scholar recipient and a Student Success Ambassador.

The annual conference draws historians throughout the state at all levels, from undergraduate students to professors. Apicella spoke about the Manhattan Project, the top-secret project during World War II to develop the atomic bomb, in her paper “Deciding the Impossible: Moral Conflicts and the Manhattan Project.” She completed her research during an independent study in the fall with Professor Katy Doll, Ph.D., through the Department of Humanities and Politics in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences.

“Presenting my paper at the Florida historians conference was an amazing experience, giving me confidence in my public-speaking skills and allowing me to engage with fellow undergraduate students and historians,” Apicella said. “Discussing my paper with others also inspired and challenged me to dive deeper into my thesis, helping me to grow academically.”

Doll highlighted Apicella’s work, which was commended by several professional historians at the conference.

“Mikayla crafted an excellent paper using thorough research and careful argumentation,” Doll said.

Posted 02/18/24

Education Alum Publishes Book Chapter and Article

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice alum and adjunct Professor Beverly Knox-Pipes recently published a magazine article and a textbook chapter.

Knox-Pipes graduated from NSU with her Ed.D. in instructional technology and distance education. She was delivering the keynote speech at a conference in Las Vegas last summer when the owner of a home-health organization whose employees were predominantly low-income women and people of color, asked her to write an article addressing breaking the cycle of poverty through education and leadership.

Having worked with Title I schools and in lower economic minority neighborhoods, Knox-Pipes was especially suited to the task. She published “Understanding the Impact of Poverty on Home Health Care Workers” in the magazine Home Care Evolution Quarterly.

Knox-Pipes wrote that it’s important to listen to people in struggling communities and to provide support and opportunities for training and mentorship to benefit employees and their organization.

“Take care of your employees and they will take care of you,” she wrote.

Knox-Pipes also wrote a chapter for the book “ED. Matadores: Revolutionizing the Educational System.”

Reflecting on her extensive career, ranging from teacher to assistant superintendent and professor, Knox-Pipes discussed the challenges and successes of implementing change in education.

To read Knox-Pipes’ magazine article, click here. To check out the book, click here.

Posted 02/18/24

NSU Online Programs Climb in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

Several of NSU’s online programs moved up in this year’s U.S. News & World Report rankings.

The Master’s in Information Technology program jumped 14 spots to rank 27th out of 92 programs surveyed. The Master’s in Nursing program ranks 86th out of 186 programs surveyed across the nation.

Other programs climbed in the Best Online Program rankings:

  • The MBA program moved up 19 spots, from No. 220 to No. 201.
  • The Master’s in Business program jumped 10 spots, from No. 144 to No. 134.
  • The Master’s in Criminal Justice program gained five places, moving from No. 54 to No. 49.

An early adopter of online education, NSU has had programs annually recognized as among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report. Programs are evaluated on factors such as services and technologies, student engagement, and faculty credentials.

Find out more on the 2024 rankings.

Posted 02/18/24

Audiology Students Participate in Guatemalan Service Trip

NSU Audiology team: Catherine Regan and Alexis Sullivan, second-year student Katelyn Jacobsen and Professor Jackie Davie, Ph.D.

NSU Audiology students were invited to take part in the Florida State University Communication Science and Disorders’ 10th annual service trip, titled
“Help Guatemala Hear.”

The team, including fourth-year students Catherine Regan and Alexis Sullivan, second-year student Katelyn Jacobsen and Professor Jackie Davie, Ph.D., spent the last week in January in Sololá, Guatemala. The trip involved conducting hearing evaluations, examining outer and middle ear health, cleaning ear canals and fitting hearing aids.
The team assessed 211 patients, including several who were referred for further medical evaluation. Forty-six repeat and 134 new users of hearing aids were given amplification devices donated by Signia and ReSound Hearing Aid, while other supplies were funded by private sponsors. The team gave more than 50 Aquaphor creams and 25 Eucerin shampoos to two individuals suffering from harlequin ichthyosis, a genetic skin disorder.

The doctoral students said they appreciated the opportunity to mentor undergraduate students. The team noted how grateful many of the people were for their help.

Posted 02/18/24

Call for Proposals for Diversity Week; Deadline Feb. 29

NSU’s Diversity Week is just around the corner, and we want you and your colleagues to dive in and make it a blast. Hosted by the NSU Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (BEDI) Advisory Council, this week is about celebrating the diverse perspectives that make our NSU family unique.

This is an open invitation to faculty, staff, students and alumni. Send us your proposals on this year’s theme, “Exploring the Beauty of Unity in Diversity.” Let’s foster connections, gain new skills and keep promoting an inclusive university community. The deadline for proposals is Thursday, Feb. 29. Find more details here.

Save the dates – April 1-7 – for a fun-packed week:

  • April 1: Kickoff with keynote speaker Rosetta Lee and Zoom sessions
  • April 2: Movie night/day
  • April 3: Zoom sessions)
  • April 4: Cultural Expressions (express yourself through art, dance, music – get creative!)
  • April 5: Edutainment performance at The Rose and Miniaci Performing Arts Center – “To My White Friends Who Know Me”
  • April 6: Day of Service (shoutout to student organizations)
  • April 7: I Belong Diversity Walk

Visit the BEDI Council site or email us at bediadvisorycouncil@nova.edu for more details.

Posted 02/12/24

NSU PRSSA Hosts Communication Professional Feb. 21

Lauren Licamara

The NSU chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) in the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts will continue its Women in PR speaker series with communications professional Lauren Licamara, manager of game presentation for the Florida Panthers hockey team.

Licamara will give her presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Alvin Sherman Library (Room 1041).

For more information, contact NSU PRSSA faculty adviser Whitney Lehmann at ws315@nova.edu

Posted 02/09/24

NSU Theatre Presents ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’

The B.A. in Theatre program in the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts will present “Gruesome Playground Injuries,” a play from dramatist Rajiv Joseph, on Friday, Feb. 16, through Sunday, Feb. 18 at the Black Box Theatre in the Don Taft University Center. The play is free and open to the NSU and local community.

The dark, humorous drama follows the intersecting lives of Kayleen and Doug over a 30-year span, leading the two childhood friends to compare scars and the physical calamities that keep drawing them together.

Each performance features a talk by Adjunct Professor Aimee Sanchez-Zadak, Ed.D., who teaches in the College of Psychology.

Showtimes

  • Friday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 17, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m.

For more information, contact Bill Adams at wadams@nova.edu

Posted 02/09/24 

Today Show Visits NSU for 3D Glimpse into the Future

NBC reporter Sam Brock in the Levan Center’s 3D Volumetric Capture Studio

John Wensveen, NSU’s chief innovation officer at the Alan B. Levan/Broward Center of Innovation, was interviewed by reporter Sam Brock of NBC’s Today Show for his recently aired story on Apple’s new product, Vision Pro. Brock came to the center and toured its leading-edge 3D Volumetric Capture Studio, where a person’s physical movements, mannerisms and voice can be captured in 3D and used in various settings.

SEE THE FULL SEGMENT.

Posted 02/06/24

Education Professor Earns Recognition from Guinness World Records

Professor Hui Huang Fang Su

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice Professor Hui Huang Fang Su has earned a new accolade: recognition from Guinness World Records.

Su was recently named as one of Chapter 23’s Positive Change Makers in the World 2023.

The chapter focuses on 23 influential people from various fields who are making a difference in the world. Su, one of two people selected from the United States, was recognized for her contributions to the field of education.

Learning of the accolade, Su said she was shocked but honored. She traveled to London for a ceremony, where she accepted the award and got to speak at the House of Parliament.

Su was recognized for her work as the creator of Project MIND: Math is Not Difficult, which helps eliminate the fear of math and make learning fun and more accessible.

While in London, Su met professors from other universities, one of the advisers to King Charles II and British politician Bob Blackman.

Posted 02/05/24

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