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Halmos Faculty Serves on Distinguished National Panel

From left, Dr. Stephen O’Brien, Ph.D., and Robert Gallo, M.D.

Stephen J. O’Brien, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Biological Sciences in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS), was invited to serve on a distinguished symposium panel to discuss the science of human viruses at the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Institute of Human Virology (IHV).

The symposium was also an event to celebrate the scientific legacy of the eminent biomedical researcher, Robert Gallo, M.D., who co-discovered the HIV and proved it caused AIDS, as well as pioneered studies that discovered the first human RNA tumor viruses (retroviruses).

The focus of the IHV2023 Symposium was “Viruses of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow”. It was held on September 28-29, 2023, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Baltimore, Maryland.

Dr. O’Brien, who led the research team that described the first human gene to influence HIV-1 infection and AIDS progression, served on the discussion panel addressing the virology of COVID-19 and HIV. His research interests include human genetics, comparative genomics, genetic epidemiology, molecular evolution, HIV, FIV, AIDS, Virology, forensic genetics, conservation, and bio-informatics.

The symposium featured research luminaries including Robert Gallo, MD, Director Emeritus and Co-Founder of the IHV, and Rochelle Walensky MD, MPH, and Robert Redfield Jr., MD, both recent Emeriti Directors of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  Many other notable scientific and clinical researchers presented discoveries on new viruses and new insights into viral infections and pathogenesis.

Posted 11/26/23

NSU Faculty Honored for Receiving External Funding

The External Funding Recognition Reception is an annual event that provides recognition for the efforts of NSU faculty and staff who have received external grant funding in the previous fiscal year. Fiscal Year 2023 had exceptional activity in the area of external funding, with total cumulative active awards of about $167 million, of which $71 million supported research. This event recognized the extraordinary efforts of all faculty who contributed to this accomplishment and encourages the continued pursuit of all external funding.

There were 168 NSU Principal Investigators and Co-Principal Investigators from 14 colleges and eight units who were honored at the NSU External Funding Recognition Reception for their external funding successes in FY 2023.   Provost Chenail also announced this year’s Provost’s Research and Scholarship Award recipients during the event. This year the event took place on Monday, Nov. 13, at the Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation in the Alvin Sherman Library. The event was hosted by Ronald Chenail, Ph.D., NSU Provost and Executive Vice-President for Academic Affairs; Kenneth Dawson-Scully, Ph.D., NSU Senior Vice President of the Division of Research and Economic Development; and Gary S. Margules, Sc.D., NSU Vice-President for Research.

Posted 11/29/23

Business Professor Among Panelists at Economic Summit

From the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship, from left, Dean Andrew Rosman, Professor Albert Williams, Tanya Pawlowski, Amanda Conde, and Jose Poza.

Albert Williams, Ph.D., chair and associate professor of finance and economics at NSU’s H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship, was one of three panelists at the Economic Summit and Expo Wakeup Breakfast for the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce, held Nov. 14, 2023.

Williams entertains the summit attendees with some music.

Williams discussed inflation, past and present, and provided a forecast for 2024. He stated that, in 2024, the U.S. economy will grow at a similar, or slightly higher, rate than in 2023.

Williams addressed questions regarding the difficulty of finding skilled and unskilled workers in Florida. With a low unemployment rate of 2.6 percent in South Florida, most people are already working. Also, due to a recently signed state bill, many farm, construction, and service workers are leaving the state. He discussed how employers can help their employees with the burden of inflation.

This includes giving employees annual salary increments that reflect the inflation increase and providing financial literacy training for them. Williams also recommended that employees have a candid self-reflection on their lifestyle and either increase their income and/or cut costs, such as reducing the number of meals away from home and reducing transportation costs by doing “batch” trips (buying groceries, buying gas, getting your prescription, and getting pizza in one trip).

Because of the shortage of workers, Williams strongly recommended that the employers attending the session come to NSU to find students who have the potential to be excellent workers. In addition to sharing his economic and finance knowledge, Williams also shared his guitar talent and entertained the 80 participants with his smooth guitar music, which is a fusion of rock, reggae, calypso, and Latin.

Posted 11/26/23

Men’s Basketball Continues Streak, Celebrates Success

The Nova Southeastern Men’s Basketball team won their 45th straight home game on Wednesday evening from the Rick Case Arena. The Sharks defeated the Southeastern University Fire 96-53.

Prior to the game, NSU Athletics honored the 2022-23 Men’s Basketball National Championship team with the presentation of their championship rings and banner unveiling. In the game, the Sharks were led by four double-digit efforts from Shane Hunter (16), MJ Iraldi (14), GianFranco Grafals (14 points), and Isaiah Fuller (13).

Posted 11/26/23

Education Professor Publishing New Edition of Textbook

Simonson

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice Professor Michael Simonson, Ph.D., is publishing a new edition of the textbook “Teaching and Learning at a Distance: Foundations of Distance Education.

This will be the eighth edition of the book. Simonson published the first version of the textbook after recognizing there was a future for distance learning back in 1999. When he tried searching for a textbook that could be used at the university level, he came up empty-handed, so he decided to write one himself.

“I put together a team of three in addition to myself and we collaboratively wrote the first edition of Teaching and Learning at a Distance: Foundations of Distance Education,” Simonson said.

Simonson said the book is a best seller in the field.

“It has been in existence in one edition or another for [over 20] years … It’s a book that will give people the background they need, an understanding of what distance education is, what the research and theories are, and then practical information so they can be effective educators at a distance.”

This latest edition of the book focuses on applied research while balancing the theories of teaching and learning that relate to using technology to reach students at a distance.

Simonson said he worked with the Alvin Sherman Library here at NSU to get the edition ready for publishing.

“I had a reference librarian who helped with the references, helped me make sure my citations were done correctly, and she was right there virtually by my side,” he said. “Her name is Melissa Johnson and she was excellent in helping me.”

The book is set to be released next year.

Congratulations on all your heard work Professor Simonson!

Posted 11/26/23

Museum Holding Artist Roundtable Discussion on Dec. 15

Sarah Farsh

Join us at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale for an intimate conversation with Global Art Director of Whole Foods Market, Sarah Farsh, in our Artist’s Roundtable Series. This intimate conversation will center around Farsh’s practice implementing Artificial Intelligence as a resource in project ideation and design work streams. Join the conversation and ask your questions regarding AI and creativity. Discussion will start promptly at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023.

The Artist’s Roundtable series focuses on connecting museum visitors to creative professionals; igniting conversations in a close discussion around ideology, practice, and technique. Guests are welcome to pre-order lunch from the Museum Café to enjoy a delicious meal or snack to accompany our conversation. Artists’ roundtables are free for all NSU students, staff, and faculty. Registration required.

Posted 11/13/23

Great American SmokeOut is Thursday, November 16

This November 16 is the Great American SmokeOut where many people will begin their journey to stop smoking. We at the NSU Area Health Education Center (AHEC) encourage you to QUIT Smoking not for a day but for a LIFETIME.

Let us help you on your journey with FREE support, patches, gum, and lozenges through one of our highly rated group classes.  Call us today at (954) 262-1580 for more information and Smoke Out those things in your life causing harm to your health.

Posted 11/13/23

International Education Week Full of Activities, Nov. 13-17

NSU’s Office of International Affairs invites you to join us next week for International Education Week 2023, happening November 13th – 17th!

International Education Week is a longstanding NSU tradition – we have been hosting this campus-wide celebration for almost a decade! We invite you to join in this week of peaceful cultural celebrations and global learning opportunities!

See below a selection of events, however, we invite you to check out our full week of 15+ events.

Monday, November 13th

IEW Opening Ceremony: The Parade of Flags

12:00p – 1:00p Horvitz Building Gold Circle Lake Entrance

Immigration Law Informational: Pro Bono Advice

4:00p – 6:00p DeSantis 1047

Tuesday, November 14th

Native American Heritage Month Celebration

12:00p – 2:00p Flight Deck Backyard

Multicultural Dance Lessons: Vernacular Jazz, Afro Fusion, & NGRY

5:00p – 7:00p Flight Deck Multipurpose Room

Wednesday, November 15th

International Student Mental Health: We Are Here to Help!

3:00p – 4:30p DeSantis 1048

Cultural Fashion Show

7:00p – 9:00p Flight Deck Backyard

Thursday, November 16th

Global Equal Access to Education Info Session

12:30p – 1:30p Flight Deck

Yoga History & Practice

1:00p – 2:00p RecPlex Multipurpose Room 3

Friday, November 17th

Global Village

12:00p – 1:00p University Center Spine

Global Opioid Epidemic: Awareness & Prevention

3:33p DeSantis 2081

SharkDining International Food Takeover in Razor’s Reef

Visit Razor’s Reef for international foods during IEW! A different region will be highlighted each day.

We wanted to give a special thank you to our campus and community partners who are hosting events during this week! THANK YOU to: Athletics, Barner Legal PA, Department of Humanities & Politics,  Diversity Student Council with Campus Life & Student Engagement,  Entheoplex, E.X.O.T.I.C. XI Zeta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, INC.,  Fragomen Law Firm, International Student Union, Military Affairs, NSU’s Counseling Department, NSU Drumline, Office of Recreation & Wellness, Office of Service Learning and Civic Engagement, Razor’s Edge Global Premier Scholarship Program, SharkDining, and Title IX Office.

Tune in to our instagram for additional IEW online initiatives, and live coverage of our events! @nsu_international

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of International Affairs at intl@nova.edu.

Nova Southeastern University and the Office of International Affairs are thrilled to celebrate our diverse campus population, and continue to learn from all of the cultures we have represented in our university community!

Posted 11/09/23

Celebrate Native American Heritage Thursday, Nov. 30

Native American Heritage Month is a yearly commemoration from November 1-30 that aims to provide a platform for Native people in the United States of America to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways and concepts of life. Native American Heritage Day, November 24, is recognized as a civil holiday observed on the day after Thanksgiving in the United States.
We invite our NSU Community, including faculty, staff, alumni, students, and the public to join us on Thursday, Nov. 30. We are honored to have Van Samuels, Museum Educator, Seminole Tribe of Florida, and Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, as our guest speaker.  We will have a rich discussion on the aspects of Seminole history, traditions, heritage, culture, and way of life.
This will be an event with breakfast and networking starting at 9:30 a.m.  For those registering for this in-person event at the Cotilla Gallery at the Alvin Sherman Library, please register here.
For those joining us online register here – the program begins at 10 a.m.
To learn more about Native American Nations and Communities in South Florida, check out https://libguides.nova.edu/nahm

Posted 11/09/23

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