Author: iharrell

Seminar Series Tackles Brain Criticality And Seizure Prediction, Feb. 3

The Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine (INIM) is pleased to host Robert Worth, M.D., Ph.D., Professor Emerita of Clinical Neurological Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine and John Beggs, Ph.D., Professor of Physics Program in Neural Science at Indiana University at the monthly INIM Research Seminar Series Friday, February 3, 2023 from noon to  1:30 p.m.

Join us as Worth and Beggs will be presenting “Seizure Prediction – History and Current Status” and “The cortex and the critical point.”

  For more information, contact Sara Moeinian at sm3114@nova.edu

Posted 01/21/23

Finance and Economics Chair Has Tips of Tackling Economy

Dr. Albert Williams

Albert Williams, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of finance and economics at Nova Southeastern University, spent time this month with reporter Arlene Borenstein of PBS’ “Your South Florida” program, providing sage advice on dealing with the current economic conditions.

His interview looked into some of the global conditions affecting inflated prices in the U.S. and abroad as well as what sectors are being most impacted. He also provided some takeaways regarding investments, financial choices, tax return strategies, and retirement.

SEE THE FULL INTERVIEW!

Posted 01/12/13

Pat Tillman Scholar Applications Are Open to Applicants

We are excited to announce the Pat Tillman Scholar Applications are now OPEN! Service members, veterans and military spouses are eligible to apply for this highly prestigious scholars’ program.

As a Tillman scholar, you will have the opportunity to earn more than a military scholarship; you will be part of a network of leaders making an impact. In response to Pat Tillman’s death, Pat’s family and friends started the Pat Tillman Foundation to carry forward his legacy by giving military service members, veterans and spouses the educational tools and support to reach their fullest potential as leaders.

To learn more about the Pat Tillman Scholars Program, contact the NSU Veterans Resource Center at 954-262-3524 or by email at vrc@nova.edu

Posted 01/10/23

Free Tickets to Hottest Seat in Hoops: NSU Basketball is On Fire

NSU Sharks are continuing to dominate this basketball season.

The Men’s basketball team is currently ranked #2 in the country with an undefeated record of 14-0. R.J. Sunahara has been the driving force of the team capturing three SSC Player of the Week honors as well as a 41-point outing, which places him third all-time for points in a single game in NSU history.

The women’s basketball team has been impressive as well, with their overall team effort leading to one of the best starts in NSU history with a record of 14-1. Madison Frederick and Hailey Conley have led the Shark offense with their strong play, and Mackenzie Steele has become the newest Shark to eclipse 1,000 career points.

Entering conference play, many upcoming promotions are happening during the doubleheader games.

  • Dollar Day on Saturday, January 14, with $1 tickets and hotdogs.
  • Teacher Appreciation Day on Saturday, January 21. All teachers and educators will have free entry.
  • National Girls and Women in Sports Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 1.
  • First Responders will be honored on Saturday, February 25 and receive free entry to both games.

All Faculty and Staff with a valid Shark card receive free entry into every NSU Athletic event. Kids 12 and under get in free. Come support your Sharks as they continue their impressive run.

Check out the upcoming basketball games!

Posted 01/05/23

NSU’s ROTC Offering Scholarships to Freshmen, Sophomores

NSU’s ROTC two- and three-year scholarships are available.

We’re seeking highly motivated, innovative problem-solvers, and future leaders. We will pay for the remainder of your entire college education, along with guaranteed job placement after graduation.

These scholarships are open to all freshman and sophomores who meet the minimum requirements and want to commission as an Officer in the United States Army.

Please contact armyrotc@nova.edu if you think you have what it takes to be a leader!

Posted 01/09/23

Halmos Faculty, Students Publish Bacteriophages Discoveries

Julie Torruellas Garcia, Ph.D.

Julie Torruellas Garcia, Ph.D., and Katie Crump, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS)  co-teach a two-semester, 3-credit biology research course open to freshman and sophomore students of any major, known as BIOL1000 and BIOL1001, Introduction to Biology Research I and II. This course is part of a national CURE (course based undergraduate research experience) known as SEA-PHAGES, or Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science. In the course, students take ownership of a research project that aims to isolate and characterize undiscovered bacteriophages (known as phage) from the soil that infect and kill bacteria. Any new phages identified could potentially be used in the future as alternative therapeutics to treat antibiotic resistant bacterial infections.

 

 

Katie Crump Ph.D.

Recently, Garcia and Crump along with nine NSU undergraduate students, published their findings from the 2021-2022 BIOL1000 and BIOL1001 course in Microbiology Resource Announcements (https://journals.asm.org/doi/epub/10.1128/mra.00973-22). The article highlights the discovery and characterization of two new Gordonia rubripertincta bacteriophages, Genamy16 and NovaSharks, that the NSU undergraduate researchers identified using microbiology and genetic approaches. In addition to the journal article publication, the genome sequences of Genamy16 and NovaSharks were also published in GenBank, a comprehensive public database: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/2288522742 and https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/2288522955

The NSU undergraduate research team includes Sarah Ballarin, Samia Callabero, Joshua Chan, Bhavya Soni, Maria Paula Farez, Ashley Guillen-Tapia, Nashrah Pierre-Louis, Victoria Polishuk, and Melissa Bell.

Please see: https://journals.asm.org/doi/epub/10.1128/mra.00973-22

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/2288522742

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/2288522955

Posted 01/08/23

NSU Holds First School Psychology Conference

Due to Hurricane Nicole, the 2022 Florida Association of School Psychologists (FASP) Annual Conference was forced to cancel. These unfortunate circumstances left College of Psychology students unable to present the research they had been diligently working on.

In order to give these students an opportunity to disseminate their research, Nova Southeastern University decided to host a mini-conference on campus instead. This was NSU’s first school psychology conference, and recognized students for their hard work on a vast array of research topics.

About 50 students participated in the event: 12 students presented posters and three students presented presentations. Students included mostly school psychology doctoral students with some clinical psychology doctoral students presenting as well.

Faculty and other students were able to walk around and ask any questions about the research, engaging the students in vital presentation experience. Overall, both students and faculty alike reported the event as a huge success. No hurricane could stop the care NSU shows regarding the success and development of their students.

Posted 01/08/23

Honors Course Reunion Celebrates Alumni and Ancestry

Former and current students connect at course reunion.

On Saturday, December 10, 2022, the Farquhar Honors College Genetics and Genealogy course hosted its second reunion to celebrate the generations of students who have taken the course. Alumni, current students, and faculty shared their family histories, cultural foods and traditions, and favorite memories from the course at the reunion.

Alumni couples who met through the course

Funded by the Honors College, the reunion allowed former and current students to connect with each other and course instructors Emily Schmitt Lavin, Ph.D., chair and professor in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences (HCAS), and James Doan, Ph.D., professor in HCAS. Attendees brought their families, dishes from their culture, and family trees to commemorate their lineage and time with the course.

Lavin and Doan have been teaching this interdisciplinary course since 2007. The course has been a favorite among students over the years as they get to create a family tree and explore their ancestry in the context of human evolution.

The nature of the work carried out through the course allows students to form close bonds with each other as they learn about their personal histories and their peers’. Amid this personalized learning environment, two couples have emerged from the course, one of which has married and started a family together — merging the family trees they created in the class.

Learn more about the Genetics and Genealogy course.

Posted 01/08/23

Alum Gets Key Post at Caribbean University of Puerto Rico

Rosado

Jesus M. Santiago Rosado, Ed.D., a 2017 Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice graduate, has been appointed Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Caribbean University of Puerto Rico.

Santiago has developed a career in the educational field, standing out in the areas of professional teacher development, academic leadership, university teaching, research and administration of higher education.

Posted 01/08/23

Congratulations to USchool’s Thespian Troupe 5697

Congratulations to our Upper School Thespian Troupe 5697 on their success at the District 13 Festival, hosted on our campus. Students earned 1 Critic’s Choice, 1 Honorable Mention, 16 Superiors, and 10 Excellents in various theatrical categories.

CRITIC’S CHOICE:

  • Publicity: Jack Steinman

HONORABLE MENTION:

  • Playwriting: Sam Dyer

SUPERIOR:

  • Duet musical: Nicole Janoff and Sydney Margolis
  • Duet Musical: Farah O’Halloran and Olivia Janvier
  • Playwriting: Sam Dyer
  • Publicity: Jack Steinman
  • Publicity: Ellie Esquenazi
  • Solo Musical: Jack Steinman
  • Solo Musical: Josh Diaz
  • Solo Musical: Haleigh Mish
  • Solo Musical: Shayna Soffer
  • Solo Musical: Lindsay Stern
  • Solo Musical: Jolie Lubar
  • Student Directed: Sam Dyer with Josh Diaz and Lindsay Stern
  • Scenic Design: Karina Lopez
  • Costume Design: Avery Hough
  • Publicity Design: Emma Rodriguez
  • Small Group Musical: Jolie Lubar, Rubi Katz, and Sofia Casares

EXCELLENT:

  • Large Group Musical: Ellie Esquenazi, Emma Rodriguez, Jack Steinman, Joshua Diaz, Lindsay Stern, Lucy Crawford, Maddie Musso, Karina Lopez, Rubi Katz, Sam Dyer, Shayna Soffer, Sofia Casares
  • Large Group: Alex Janvier, Antonia Capot, Brianna Brochu, Dean Ran, Farah O’Halloran, Jolie Lubar, Nicole Janoff, Olivia Janvier, Sydney Margolis
  • Small Group Musical: Jolie Cohen, Karina Lopez, and Lucy Crawford
  • Duet Acting: Avery Hough and Dina Bronfman
  • Monologues: Nicole Janoff
  • Duet Acting: Alex Javier and Farah O’Halloran
  • Monologues: Eden Morris
  • Playwriting: Nicole Janoff
  • Solo Musical: Ellie Esquenazi
  • Solo Musical: Lauren Baldwin

Upper School One Act (BADGER by Don Zolidis – Directed by Maddie Musso):

  • Superior Acting
  • Superior Technical
  • Alternate for the state festival
  • Best Actor in a Male Role: Farah O’Halloran
  • Best Supporting Actor in a Female Role: Nancy Roig
  • Best Featured Actor in a Male Role: Josh Diaz
  • All-Star Cast Member: Shayna Soffer
  • All-Star Crew Member: Nico Wellons

Learn more about NSU University School’s college preparatory program for students in Preschool – Grade 12 at www.uschool.nova.edu.

Posted 01/08/23

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