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Professor Mentors and Publishes Paper with Former Students

Hui Fang Huang “Angie” Su, Ed.D., Professor, Department of Education, at NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, published a paper titled “Fun with Measurement,” with her two former master students in MAT Education, Dylan Mandolini, and Bhagi Phuel in the Dimensions in Mathematics Journal, a publication of the Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics, a state chapter of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (Vol. 41 No. 1, pp. 13-26 Spring 2021).

Professor Hui Fang Huang “Angie” Su

The article shared some exciting ways to investigate the volumes and surface areas of various geometric figures. It demonstrates how to utilize measurements to determine the dimensions of such solids and how to find area and volume, assuming that one does not know the formula for such relationships. The activities shared are designed to provide students a conceptual understanding without having to memorize the formula.

Many mathematics games can be applied in the classroom, adapted into follow-up activities, or even used as projects. The article’s synopsis suggests that the teacher has a vital role as a participant when using an innovative approach in teaching measurements. Not only do the activities provide excellent means for a teacher to participate, but they allow the teacher to analyze their students. Additionally, the article introduces some creative mathematics teaching strategies as tools for informal assessment for the teachers. The publication also suggests that it builds strength to the learning outcome when incorporating technology while teaching mathematics.

For additional classroom activities and a copy of the paper, please contact Professor Su at shuifang@nova.edu.

Session Will Provide Details on COVID-19 Vaccines and Emerging Variants

Johannes W. Vieweg

During an “Ask the Expert” presentation, Johannes W. Vieweg, M.D., FACS, the dean and chief academic officer for the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, will address the public health value of the COVID-19 vaccines, information on the recovery plan to manage the production, distribution and administration of the FDA approved vaccines, and the new emerging COVID-19 variants. The presentation will be on Wednesday, July 14 at 12:30 p.m.

Public health officials are working to learn more about how easily the new emerging variants can spread, whether they could cause more severe illness, and whether currently authorized vaccines will protect people against them. COVID-19 has exposed a changed world, which requires educating our community in order to help people better navigate the changes.

YOU GOT THIS! Check the upcoming workshops

NSU offers free virtual financial literacy, entrepreneur, and workforce education workshops. Presented by the NSU Alvin Sherman Library and sponsored by Truist Foundation, these workshops are designed to inspire and educate you to become personally and professionally successful.

July 2021

  • Identity Theft…Don’t Become a Statistic

Thursday, July 15 | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET | Zoom Webinar

  • Email Etiquette for the Workplace and Job Search

Wednesday, July 21 | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET | Zoom Webinar

  • Magical Marketing – Houdini’s Formula for Entrepreneurial Success

Tuesday, July 27 | 7:00–8:00 p.m. ET | Zoom Webinar

NSU Showcased at the Soref JCC’s Annual Meeting

Soref JCC Executive Director Donald Graw presents an award to Jill Gallner.

Soref JCC Executive Director Donald Graw presents an award to Irv Rosenbaum.

Nova Southeastern University’s Irv Rosenbaum, Ph.D., VP – Health Professions Division, Operations; and Jill Gallner, administrative coordinator at the Alvin Sherman Library both received community service awards at the Soref Jewish Community Center’s Annual Meeting on Monday, June 7.

Rosenbaum is a past president of the Soref JCC and Jill is the current secretary. Both have vast records of community service and remain active in leadership roles at the Soref JCC.

Also announced at the meeting was the exciting new community partnership between the Soref JCC and the NSU Alvin Sherman Library. The Soref JCC is a non-profit organization that contributes to the welfare of the entire community, children, adults and seniors, by providing a center for cultural, educational, recreational and social programs and services while contributing to preserve Jewish traditions and values.

All the programs are inclusionary for the special needs population, and open to all, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender or background. The organization offers significant assistance to those in need by providing children’s scholarships and food from their WECARE pantry. The Soref JCC is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation, United Way and Children’s Services Council all of Broward County.

This partnership will enable the two organizations to cross-promote each other’s programs and events and ultimately collaborate on joint initiatives. The Alvin Sherman Library is very excited to solidify another relationship with a new community partner.  This partnership with Soref JCC is sure to be a win-win for both organizations.

Students Deliver Center for Collaborative Research mural

Each year, the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences offers an opportunity to its ARTS 2100 students to collaborate with a campus department or office to design a potential mural for its walls. During the Winter 2020 semester, three students were chosen by the NSU Center for Collaborative Research (CCR) to paint their design for the new CCR lunchroom space. The selected design concept was created by Sara Kaldas, a studio arts minor, who collaborated with Samantha Rosenblum, a studio arts minor, and Gianna Allison, an art + design major with a concentration in studio arts.

Due to COVID-19, the mural painting was postponed to Winter 2021 and is now completed and on display in the CCR. Art + Design Associate Professor Kandy Lopez-Moreno, who supervised the project, said “The design is minimalistic and clean but at the same time, powerful! I’m very glad that this design was chosen.”

For more information about the B.A. in Art + Design program, including its concentrations and minors, click here.

Halmos Student Takes Her Research to Multiple Conferences

Emma Heineman, a political science student in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center, presented her research at several conferences. Her paper titled “Women in States Legislatures: The Effect of Female Representation of State Abortion Restrictions,” focuses on the ways that female legislators influence abortion policy.

Emma Heinemann

The first conference she presented at was the Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference. This was her first experience presenting outside of NSU.

“The conference not only gave me the opportunity to showcase my work, but also provided me with the chance to network with other students, faculty, and researchers from across the country,” she said.

She had the opportunity to present as an undergraduate researcher at the Florida Political Science Association Annual Meeting, as well as at both the Undergraduate Student Symposium and the Annual Crossroads Humanities Student Conference at NSU.

“Before this year, research wasn’t something I ever saw myself pursuing, but the experiences I have had conducting and presenting my own research have sparked a passion that I hope to continue in the future,” she said. “It has allowed me to expand on the incredible opportunities I have had at NSU and has truly been one of the highlights of my undergraduate experience. I want to thank both the Department of Humanities and Politics and Dr. Edwards for the support they have provided me and look forward to continuing my research in the future.”

Halmos Duo Present at International Virtual College and University Seminar

Ismael Muvingi

Ismael Muvingi, a faculty member in the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies, and Crystal Chavis, a doctoral student in the program, presented at the 9th International Virtual College and University Seminar whose theme was Developing and Enhancing Peace and Conflict Studies Programs.

Because it was virtual, the seminar was held from March 22 to April 16 rather than the normal three-day intensive format. This enabled scheduling of presentations and workshops at times that were most feasible for participants in different time zones over a longer time period.

Muvingi and Chavis presented on the lessons learned from delivering conflict resolution programs through a hybrid of platforms: residential, online and experiential. The Department of Conflict Resolution Studies has the longest experience and expertise in online course delivery in conflict analysis and resolution and there was high interest from participants on how to do online given the imperative of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Muvingi is the faculty advisor to the African Working Group. His academic interests include human rights, African politics and transitional justice with a special focus on Africa.

Halmos Student Presents at the Pi Sigma Alpha Virtual Conference

Angel Vasquez

Angel Vasquez, a student in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Institute, presented his research at the Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference. Pi Sigma Alpha is the National Political Science Honor Society and this year’s conference was held virtually.

“Participating in the Pi Sigma Alpha virtual conference allowed me to present my research to a scholarly audience and to experience academia firsthand,” he said. “This experience has informed me about other career options and piqued my interest in other fields within the social sciences. The feedback that I obtained from the panelists reviewing my research project has significantly improved it and is already guiding my future research interest.

“I was also glad to interact with peers from other colleges and hearing their interesting perspectives. I am deeply thankful for the professors of the Department of Humanities and Politics for their enthusiastic support and guidance, and I can only be excited to participate in next year’s Pi Sigma Alpha conference!”

Speech Language Pathology Chapter Maintains Gold Standard

Brittany Fox, B.A., CHCS SLP graduate student and NSSLHA historian and philanthropy chair; and Tambi Braun, SLP.D, CCC/SLP, associate professor and NSSHLA chapter advisor, organize materials for a Pediatric Speech-Language NSSHLA event.

Each year according to the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA), chapters participate in NSSLHA Chapter Honors—vying for gold, silver, and bronze status. Despite the pandemic, stay-at-home orders, and virtual academic programs this past year, NSSLHA chapters persevered, demonstrating just how important community strength is. The NSU Speech Language Pathology (SLP) chapter maintained its Gold Chapter Honors and it was re-awarded in May 2021.

The NSU chapter fundraised for Voices of Hope for Aphasia, Red Nose Day, and the ASHFoundation. The chapter also helped with delivery of needed goods to seniors and helped animal rescues get urgent supplies during the pandemic. The chapter enjoyed hosting many virtual educational opportunities and events to support the College of Health Care Sciences SLP students, faculty, and alumni during the pandemic.

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