Author: Christie Williams

NSU Writing and Communication Center Graduate Assistant Coordinator wins Southeastern Writing Center Association Graduate Tutor of the Year Award

Monique Cole

Monique Cole, HCAS Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM) master’s student and graduate assistant coordinator at the NSU Writing and Communication Center (WCC), earned the 2021 Graduate Tutor of the Year Award from the Southeastern Writing Center Association (SWCA). Cole was honored at the 2021 SWCA virtual conference, February 11-13th, 2021.

Each year, SWCA awards recognize excellence at both the tutor and administrator levels. The SWCA undergraduate and graduate tutor Awards recognize leadership, commitment, and overall excellence of individuals working in writing centers.

Cole has worked at the WCC since 2017, moving from undergraduate consultant to undergraduate student coordinator, and is now a graduate assistant coordinator. Since fall 2019 she has served as President of the NSU Chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America and was one of two social media interns for SWCA from 2020-2021.

According to Cole, “I am forever grateful for the many opportunities that have come from working at the WCC. Being recognized as Graduate Tutor of the Year by the Southeastern Writing Center Association is a great honor. A big thank you to Dr. Kevin Dvorak and the rest of the WCC team for creating a welcoming environment that provides the support needed to achieve student success.”

To learn more about the NSU Writing & Communication Center, visit https://www.nova.edu/wcc/

To learn more about the Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media master’s program, visit https://hcas.nova.edu/academics/graduate/masters/composition-rhetoric-digital-media.html

To learn more about the Southeastern Writing Center awards, visit https://southeasternwritingcenter.wildapricot.org/awards

 

 

Criminal Justice Alum Leads Research at the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center

Vanessa Patino Lydia, Ph.D.

Vanessa Patino Lydia, Ph.D., graduate of NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE&SCJ) is the Vice President of Research and Planning at the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center in Jacksonville.

She is the Principal Investigator on the latest research, Sounding the Alarm: Criminalization of Black Girls in Florida released on March 11, 2021. The research highlights the inequitable treatment of over 3,000 Black girls entering the juvenile justice system. Black girls account for 21% of the general population but represent HALF of the girls in the juvenile justice system. They are overrepresented in rates of suspension, arrest, and incarceration. The deeper analyses illustrates how schools are a major entry point in arrest trends and provides evidence that adultification bias and harsh punishment of Black girls exists.  This report highlights the Policy Center’s recommendations for immediate action including: Banning suspension for PK-3 students, setting limits on arrest for youth under the age of 12, Increasing funding for girl-centered and trauma-informed school mental health services, and Increasing the use of alternatives to arrest at school and in the community.

Vanessa has over 15 years’ experience in public policy research with a special focus on the impact of the juvenile justice system on girls’ trajectories and wellbeing. She has directed research initiatives on gender specific programming, girls/women pathways into the justice system, data trends, community needs assessments, and strategic planning. She earned her Ph.D. in criminal justice from FCE&SCJ in 2020.

The report on the criminalization of Black girls in Florida is issued by the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center- nonprofit that provides advocacy, research, training/technical assistance, and direct services to bring about unprecedented systemic reform for girls and young women in or at risk of entering the juvenile justice system.

To access the link to the full research report please visit https://www.seethegirl.org/sounding-the-alarm/

HCAS Faculty Present at Power Publishing Day

 

NSU Writing & Communication Center Faculty Coordinators, Janine Morris, PH.D. (Department of Communications, Media, and the Arts assistant professor), and Eric Mason, Ph.D. (DCMA associate professor), along with Mario D’Agostino, Ph.D. (DCMA assistant professor), presented at the 6th annual Power Publishing Day held through Zoom, on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021.

The group presented, “From Student to Scholar: Publishing Your Thesis or Dissertation,” which focused on understanding how to write for publication and how an awareness of audience, purpose, and genre can help writers who wish to publish sections of their thesis. “Writing a thesis is hard work,” says Morris, “however, it’s important to be aware of how books and articles are different in purpose and scope from a thesis or dissertation.”

Hosted by the Alvin Sherman Library, Power Publishing featured presentations about academic publishing from publishers, editors, and NSU faculty and librarians. Attendees were able to learn about becoming a multilingual scholar, using the Web of Science to determine where to publish, preparing compelling business or science book proposals, and more.

Power Publishing Day is part of the NSU Library “Gear Up” workshops series, which offers faculty and students professional development opportunities to engage with librarians and gain knowledge in areas of research, publishing, grants, and copyright. Click on the link to view dates for the next “Gear Up Workshops.”

To view Power Publishing Day presentation materials and recordings, visit:

https://nsufl.libguides.com/gear-up

 

 

NSNA Jack & Jill Children’s Center Donation Drive

Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing’s National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) hosted a donation drive for the Jack & Jill Children’s Center. It is the oldest non-profit organization in Broward county that provides childhood education and family resources. In the past, they have partnered with NSU for community nursing clinical rotations and therefore we were motivated to help them collect supplies during such a troubling time. The nursing college collected food, diapers, gift cards, children’s clothing, cleaning supplies, and more necessary items for the organization. The donation drive surpassed expectations and had over 60 students plus administration and faculty from multiple NSU campuses donate to the organization. It is wonderful to be able to help such a wonderful organization that helps so many people in our community. Thank you so much to everyone that donated!

Pharmacy Students on the Front Lines

Pharmacists have always been one of the most accessible healthcare providers. That is evident now, more than ever, as they have become an integral part of the vaccination effort in the United States. Student pharmacists, who are trained and credentialed to provide immunizations, are also playing a vital role in administering these vaccines.

During the month of March, students from the Palm Beach Campus of the College of Pharmacy partnered with Sewall’s Point Pharmacy in Stuart, FL to assist with the implementation of their COVID Vaccine Clinic. Third year students, who were supervised by Cristal Totterman, PharmD, Pharmacist and Owner of Sewall’s Point Pharmacy, volunteered in pairs of two for each shift. One student would review the consent with the patient and prep the vaccine, while the other would administer the vaccine. The students then swapped roles at the half-way point to maximize their exposure to the entire process.

Third-year students Jennifer Lowe (’22) and Laura Gonzalez Santiago (’22) both remarked at what an amazing experience they had and what a great feeling it was to help the community. Cristal Totterman, PharmD, was thankful to have the support from the students during such a hectic time, “They jumped right in and gave great customer service!”

2nd Annual Honorable Esthetic Achievement Poster Student Award Competition at the College of Dental Medicine

Second Annual Honorable Esthetic Achievement Poster Student Award Competition at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine. Simulation laboratory. March 10, 2021. Ambar Pagani, D.D.S. M.S; Arya Amini, D.D.S; Peter Pugliese, D.D.S; Elaine Lara, D.D.S.; Sharon Siegel, D.D.S, M.B.A; Sami Sheikh, student candidate c/o 2021; Christine Monir, student candidate c/o 2021; Ingrid Simon, student candidate c/o 2021; Duc Lee, student candidate c/o 2021; Steven Milhauser, D.D.S.; Liliana Mosquera, D.D.S., M.B.A.

The College of Dental Medicine held their Second Annual Honorable Esthetic Achievement Poster Student Award (HEAPS) Competition during the 2020 American Student Dental Association (ASDA) Day on March 10, 2021 in our simulation laboratory at the Davie main campus.

The poster competition was sponsored by the Department of Prosthodontics in coordination with the Cosmetics Club, under the leadership of Sharon C. Siegel, D.D.S, M.S, M.B.A, Professor and Chair; Liliana Mosquera, D.D.S, M.B.A, Assistant Professor, Faculty advisor for the Cosmetic Dentistry club; Steven Milhauser, D.D.S Adjunct Faculty and Cosmetics Club president, Mehrshad Yousefi, class of 2021 student candidate. The panel of judges included: Sharon Siegel, D.D.S, M.B.A; Ambar Pagani, D.D.S. M.S; Peter Pugliese, D.D.S; Arya Amini, D.D.S and Elaine Lara, D.D.S. There were 4 posters presented according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Guidelines. After judging was completed, the selected poster presented by Duc Lee, class of 2020 student candidate, was selected as winner.

Master of Biomedical Sciences Program Accepting Applications for Fall 2021

In addition to a curriculum focused on enhancing students’ basic science knowledge, the M.B.S. program includes courses on business and interview skills to develop essential soft skills.

Earning a coveted spot in medical school, dental school and other competitive health professions programs is becoming more and more challenging. Many applicants have impressive credentials but still may not receive an acceptance letter on their first attempt.

NSU’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD) offers students an opportunity to pave their path to a successful career in health care or research. The Master of Biomedical Sciences (M.B.S.) program was developed and is administered by the medical school faculty to enhance students’ academic backgrounds and make students more competitive applicants for programs in medicine, dental medicine, physician assistant, pharmacy, optometry, anesthesiologist assistant and more. The program also prepares students for graduate programs in biomedical sciences.

The M.B.S. program provides a foundation in science with a focus on clinical correlation. The 30-credit interdisciplinary program can be completed in one year and includes courses in test preparation, interview skills, basic sciences, business and a variety of other electives that allow students to focus their strengths, interests, and needs.

M.B.S. graduates who meet program-specific requirements are guaranteed an admission interview in select highly-competitive NSU health professions programs.

To learn more about the program and how it may benefit students who aspire to launch a successful career in health care, visit the program web page or contact Shenika “Nikki” Merrell at smerrell@nova.edu or 954-262-1113.

 

HCAS Faculty Co-authors Chapter on “Conflict and Natural Disasters”

Mary Hope Schwoebel, Ph.D.

Mary Hope Schwoebel, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies (DCRS) in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS), co-authored a chapter entitled, “Conflict and Natural Disasters,” in The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Peace and Conflict Studies. The encyclopedia is co-edited by Oliver Richmond, Ph.D., and Gëzim Visoka, Ph.D. Schwoebel’s co-author is Erin McCandless, Ph.D. McCandless is faculty at the University of Witwatersrand, in South Africa.

Schwoebel’s teaching and research interests include peacebuilding and state building, peacebuilding and development, gender and conflict, culture and conflict, and facilitation.

For more information about The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Peace and Conflict Studies, please go to https://link.springer.com/referencework/10.1007/978-3-030-11795-5

 

 

HCAS Faculty and Doctoral Student Co-author Article in GPSolo Magazine

Alexia Georgakopoulos, Ph.D.

 

Alexia Georgakopoulos, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies (DCRS) and Eileen Betzold-Bradley, MUEP, doctoral candidate in DCRS in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS) co-authored an article in GPSolo Magazine. published in their January/February edition. The article, entitled “The Craft of Mediation: The Infusion of Multidisciplinary Approaches, Appreciative Inquiry, and Cultural Diversity,” and was published in their January/February edition. The magazine is published six times a year and is one of the publications of GPSolo, a section of the American Bar Association (ABA) dedicated to solo practitioners, small firms, and general practice. This edition included various articles on mediation.

Betzold-Bradley, MUEP, is a Dispute Resolution Section Fellow of the ADR Practice Management, Business, and Skills Development Committee (2021-2022), ABA. She is the founder of EP Bradley Coaching. In addition to her doctoral studies at NSU, she received a Masters of Urban and Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia.

Georgakopoulos’ research and teaching interests include mediation, facilitation, and workplace bullying. She is the faculty advisor to the Conflict Resolution Community of Practice Working Group in DCRS. For more information about GPSolo Magazine please see: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/gpsolo/publications/gp_solo/.

A copy of theco-authored article is attached.

2021 The Craft of Mediation Article in Solo Magazine

 

The 2021 Sea Turtle Nesting Season is Here

 It’s that time of year again.

No, we’re not talking about Spring Break in South Florida, although that has arrived, too. Pretty soon Broward’s beaches will be filled with the “pitter-patter” of little flippers on the sand as it’s the 2021 Sea Turtle Nesting Season, which runs every year from March 1 – October 31.

Many people don’t realize that nearly 70% of the nation’s sea turtle nesting takes place on Florida’s beaches. And for approximately three decades, researchers and students at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) have been administering the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) to help mother turtles and their hatchlings.

“Every morning during nesting season, we head out on Broward’s beaches looking for new turtle nests and monitoring them until they hatch,” said Derek Burkholder, Ph.D., a research scientist at NSU’s Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, who is the director of the BCSTCP. “If you visit any of Broward’s beaches in the coming months – early in the morning – you’ll probably see us. We’re there every day, rain or shine, even through all the COVID-19 related shutdowns, because every year, the turtles show up to nest, no matter what.”

Read more here.

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