Category: Athletics

NSU Offers Free Flu Shots to Faculty and Staff

954-262-4550

It’s that time of year again—the time to get an annual flu vaccine. The Office of Human Resources is pleased to collaborate with the NSU Pharmacy and ICUBA to provide free seasonal flu shots to all faculty and staff enrolled in an ICUBA medical plan.

The purpose of the flu vaccine is to minimize transmission of the influenza virus in the workplace by providing occupational protection to faculty and staff and to prevent transmission to other members of the NSU community. Annual influenza vaccination has been found to be both safe and effective in reducing the risk of influenza and health care-related transmission.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), everyone six months and older in the United States should get an influenza (flu) vaccine every season with rare exception. CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has made this “universal” recommendation since the 2010-2011 flu season.

Option 1: Visit an On-site Clinic

Please bring the following items with you to the event:

1). VAR Form:

2). If you have not used our pharmacy services in the past, please also fill in this form and bring it with you to the event:

3). Also, please bring your Bluecross/Blueshield Medical ID Insurance card. If you have a different insurance, we process and accept most major insurances, just bring your pharmacy benefits card with you.

Event dates / Times / Locations:

As a reminder, employees can schedule an immunization appointment Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by calling the NSU pharmacy at 954-262-4550, if the clinic dates/times are not convenient.

Option 2: NSU Health Pharmacy Walk-Ins or Appointments

The NSU Health Pharmacy accepts walk-ins for the Influenza vaccine and all other CDC approved vaccines as well as scheduled appointments for your vaccines. Please call us at 954-262-4550 or pass by the pharmacy to get your flu shot today.

Posted 08/30/23

Carl A. DeSantis: 1939-2023

Carl A. DeSantis

Nova Southeastern University has lost one of its own. On Aug. 10, 2023, Carl A. DeSantis – for whom the DeSantis Building was named – passed away in Delray Beach, Florida. He was 84 years old.

DeSantis was born in Boston on July 19, 1939, and was raised in South Florida. He was an entrepreneur at heart, selling newspapers and raising parakeets to help his family at a young age. After briefly attending Florida State University (FSU), DeSantis returned to Miami where began working his way up the ladder at Walgreens. He started as a stock boy and quickly rose to one for the chain’s youngest store managers.

DeSantis launched Sundown Vitamins in his garage and built it into the world’s largest vitamin manufacturer. With a constant eye on consumer demand, DeSantis created Sundown, an effective and inexpensive sunburn treatment. As consumers turned their attentions to nutrition and health products, Sundown Vitamins became Rexall Sundown, and under DeSantis’ guidance grew into a NASDAQ success and Fortune 100 company. Rexall Sundown is famously known for its multi-billion-dollar seller Osteo-Biflex.

DeSantis had a long history of philanthropy in South Florida, making donations to Florida universities such as Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and FSU. In 1998, what was then called NSU’s School of Business and Entrepreneurship (SBE) inducted DeSantis into its Entrepreneur and Business Hall of Fame. He was honored by the school for his work in founding Rexall Sundown and for his support of charitable and educational institutions. Among other achievements was his establishment of the Rexall Sundown Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center at the University of Miami’s (UM) Jackson Memorial Hospital.

Already named for H. Wayne Huizenga in 1999, NSU’s School of Business and Entrepreneurship received a $2 million gift from DeSantis in 2000. His gift put the university’s fund-raising campaign for the renamed H. Wayne Huizenga Graduate School of Business and Entrepreneurship at a little more than $9 million, about two-thirds of the estimated cost of building and equipping the school.

Carl DeSantis with President Hanbury

When DeSantis visited the Davie campus in September 2012 for a speaking engagement with students, faculty, and staff, he spoke about the keys to success in business.

He told the audience to “look for voids in life,” to find consumer needs and demands and fill them. He advised “don’t ever put the brakes on,” to be persistent, dedicated, and hard-working to get the job done. He also advocated “knowing what you are capable of,” essentially understanding your strengths and skills, knowing what you need to achieve your goals, and surrounding yourself with good people. It was DeSantis’ blueprint for life.

Among DeSantis’ most notable investments were Celsius, a fitness drink and powder; Tabañero, an award-winning hot sauce; and Kwandwe, an eco-tourist resort in South Africa. He also invested in a few landmark real estate projects in South Florida. DeSantis owned 30 percent of Celsius shares, which skyrocketed in 2020, making DeSantis a billionaire.

In the words of his family, DeSantis left a memorable mark on the many lives through his “infectious laughter, warm smile, and genuine interest in others. His wisdom, guidance, and mentorship touched the lives of countless individuals, leaving an indelible mark on their personal and professional journeys.”

It’s clear that he left his mark at NSU, too.

“His legacy of hard work, innovation, and generosity made him an ideal namesake for the building that houses NSU’s H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship,” said Dr. George L. Hanbury, President and CEO of NSU. “He was a true inspiration.”

Posted 08/27/23

NSU Modifies Safety Policy to Address E-Mobility Devices

Throughout the country, there have been numerous fires and fatalities caused by e-mobility devices.  Many universities, colleges and cities have started to ban these e-mobility devices from storage inside and charging in/on their buildings.

Environmental Health and Safety/Fire and Life Safety recently made a change to the university’s Fire Prevention Policy.  A flyer was given to Housing, and Student Life for distribution to incoming residents and was added to the Student Living Guide.
It was discussed and decided at this time to disallow these devices as a preventative measure. The language in the flyer above is taken directly from the policy.

Posted 08/13/23

Applications Open for Provost’s Research & Scholarship Awards

Starting August 7, 2023, nominations will be accepted for the annual Provost’s Research and Scholarship Awards. Last year this program was expanded to increase recognition opportunities for NSU faculty, and to improve accessibility to faculty from all academic disciplines and career stages.

The Provost’s Research and Scholarship Awards (PRSA) program now awards up to four awards. The PRSA program has two disciplinary categories and two awards within each category by career stage (one for early career and one for established faculty). Therefore, the below four awards, given sufficient candidates in each category, will be awarded annually:

  1. Assistant Professor in the Arts, Business, Humanities, Law, and Social Sciences
  2. Associate/Full Professor in the Arts, Business, Humanities, Law, and Social Sciences
  3. Assistant Professor in STEM and Health/Medicine
  4. Associate/Full Professor in STEM and Health/Medicine

The purpose of this program is to recognize demonstrated achievement in research, scholarship, and creative pursuits by NSU faculty members. These annual awards recognize distinguished accomplishments in the pursuit of research, creative, and scholarly activities across disciplines and career stages, as noted above.

More information and the link to the application is available here: http://www.nova.edu/academic-affairs/provost-award/index.html.

The deadline to submit a nomination or to self-nominate is September 6, 2023, 5:00 p.m., EDT. The winners of the Provost’s Research and Scholarship Awards will be announced in November 2023.

Posted 08/04/23

Be Extra Cautious to Avoid Leaving Children in Hot Vehicles

It’s that dreaded time of the year, when excessive heat and adult distractions prove fatal ingredients when young children are left in the backseat of a vehicle. When it comes to the safety of children, you can never be TOO careful.

In a recent incident in north Florida, a 10-month-old baby was found dead after being left in a SUV parked inside a garage for five hours by a babysitter. Even though the vehicle was in a garage, law enforcement officials said the temperature inside the SUV was 133 degrees when the child was found.

With the current spikes in our temperatures in the 90s each day, the time it takes to die in an unattended vehicle gets shorter and shorter. Consider this: If the temperature is 88 degrees, in a little more than 20 minutes the temperature inside a vehicle can reach a deadly 120 degrees Fahrenheit. And studies have shown that leaving windows cracked does not significantly slow the heating process or decrease the maximum temperature inside the vehicle.

The sad thing about these deaths is that they are 100 percent preventable. But it all depends on adults to stem this tide of tragedies.

According to Kids and Car Safety, more than 1,000 children have died in hot cars nationwide since 1990. The organization is dedicated to outreach and education concerning this crisis. Among Kids and Car Safety tips:

  • Make a habit of opening the back door every time you park to ensure no one is left behind.
  • To enforce this habit, put an item in your back seat that you can’t start your day without. (phone, purse, briefcase, laptop, employee badge)
  • Clearly announce and confirm who is getting each child out of the vehicle. Miscommunication can lead to everyone thinking someone else removed the child.
  • Ask your childcare worker to call you right away if your child hasn’t arrived as scheduled.

Remember: In this increasingly busy world, you can never be too busy to ensure the safety of those you love.

Posted 07/30/23

Weekly Seminar Focuses on Newborn/Neonatal ICU

Daphna Barbeau, M.D., neonatologist at University of Florida Hospital, and Raquel Garcia, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, CLC, CNT, BCS-S, NSU speech-language pathologist, hosts an education seminar every week to parents and caregivers in the newborn/neonatal intensive care unit.

Tiny Tots Transition to Home is supported by the NSU Quality of Life Grant. Tiny Tot’s is geared toward supporting health disparities for families of diverse backgrounds who proportionally receive less support and guidance during the discharge to home process from the critical care unit.

The aim for Tiny Tots program is to promote safe transition to home, health literacy, and support mental health/anxiety. This is an interprofessional education opportunity, where providers share digestible information with parents.

We are currently recruiting faculty and would like to extend an invitation to you, your colleagues, and students.

Posted 07/30/23

Military Affairs Participates in Green Zone Advocacy Training

Congratulations to Facilities for completing training and earning the honor of becoming Green Zone Advocates! Mission Accomplished!

The mission of the NSU Military Affairs Green Zone Advocacy Training is to develop a distinguished network of NSU students, faculty, and staff able to provide our veterans and military-affiliated community the support needed in order to transition into our NSU community and be successful.

In collaboration between the Office of Military Affairs, Interprofessional Simulation Institute, and the College of Psychology they have created an addition to the Green Zone Training to incorporate simulation and how to de-escalate any situation, including those that can happen with military members as well as ANY population. This training will give staff hands-on experience on how to become Green Zone Advocates and become Military friendly.

All Offices and Departments are welcomed to complete this form or scan the accompanying QR code for NSU Military Affairs Green Zone Advocacy Training.

Posted 07/16/23

Summer 2023 Dollar$ and $ense Newsletter Now Available

Financial Aid and Academic Records (FAAR) has published the Summer 2023 issue of the Dollar$ and $ense student newsletter. This newsletter provides information on upcoming financial aid, payment, and registration dates and deadlines; a listing of frequently used financial aid terms, resources for  payment, and more. The newsletter is published quarterly and available on the NSU financial aid website. NSU faculty and staff members with questions or suggestions for future topics are welcome to email  dollarsandsense@nova.edu.

Posted 06/18/23

Sports Medicine Clinic Enhances Patient Care Quality

Of the many clinics at Nova Southeastern University, there is only one that is focused on athletes. Located on the first floor of NSU’s University Center, the Sports Medicine Clinic is one of the university’s interdisciplinary units. This unique clinic facilitates the exchange of knowledge and expertise among professionals that promotes a comprehensive approach to athletic care and injury prevention.

Staffed with individuals from the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine and the College of Psychology, the clinic provides a beneficial opportunity for collaboration among various disciplines such as sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, nutritionists, and clinical psychologists. This integration of different disciplines not only enhances the quality of patient care but also promotes a culture of holistic health and wellness on campus, which is designed to benefit both athletes and the larger NSU community.

The clinic’s administrative team includes Alessandra Posey, D.O., who serves as the Chair of the Sports Medicine Department; Lailah Issac, D.O., FAAPMR, CAQSM; and Roody Joseph, P.T., D.P.T., O.C.S. All are from the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Also on the team is Ryan Bennett, Psy.D. Dr. Bennett is a trained neuropsychologist and works in the College of Psychology.

In describing the clinic, Dr. Bennett stated, “Our interdisciplinary Sports Medicine Clinic here at NSU truly embodies the mentality of “One team, one goal.” It is an absolute pleasure working with this outstanding team as we continually strive to reach our unified goal by utilizing our knowledge and passion to help maximize the performance of our athletes and well-being of our community.”

Additionally, the clinic serves as a practical training ground for students pursuing careers in healthcare which allows them to gain valuable firsthand experience and exposure to a diverse range of medical conditions.

For more information about this clinic, please click HERE.

Posted 06/18/23

Construction Begins on NSU’s Business Trading Floor

An artist rendering of the future trading floor in the Carl DeSantis Building on NSU’s Davie Campus

On Tuesday, May 30, 2023, construction began on an impressive business trading floor in the Carl DeSantis Building on Nova Southeastern University’s Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus.

The trading floor is made possible by a gift from The Jerry Taylor & Nancy Bryant Foundation, an organization that has a history of gift-giving to NSU.

The trading floor will be located on the second floor of the building that is home to the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Heavy construction will affect some offices in the DeSantis Building through the summer, and a Dec. 16, 2023, soft opening is planned, which will coincide with the 20th anniversary celebration of the DeSantis Building. The floor will have its official opening in March 2024.

The trading floor will give students hands-on experience in conducting research and managing a range of investments starting with a fund that considers Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risk factors. ESG refers to the three key factors when measuring the sustainability and ethical impact of an investment in a business or company. On the trading floor, students will meet to discuss their research and trade recommendations with an advisory board comprised of professionals with expertise in various roles in the investing space and corporate social responsibilities and sustainability.

“This space will provide an opportunity for teaching and research activities surrounding financial instrument trading,” said Dean Andrew Rosman, from the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship.

Posted 05/31/23

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