Category: Communities

Halmos Political Science Majors Present at Research Conference

From left, David Holger Mahnke, Kiara Colman, Gabriella Fidanze and Casey Homorody

Political science majors from the Department of Humanities and Politics in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center presented original research at the Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference in Washington, D.C.

Ransford Edwards, Ph.D., faculty member in the department, accompanied the students and chaired panels. The students gave the following presentations:

  • Kiara Colman: “Unspoken. Unseen. Unprotected. An Analytical Investigation into the Public’s Perception on Immigration Levels”
  • Gabriella Fidanze: “Too Tough on Crime? The Relationship Between State Political Ideology and Incarceration Rates”
  • David Holger Mahnke: “The ideal of Olympic Peace: Can Sport Help Bring the Ukraine War to a Swift End?”
  • Casey Homorody: “Compulsory Voting and Governmental Effectiveness: How Mandatory Voting Improves Democratic Function”

The first night of the conference featured a career reception where the students met professionals in fields such as government and nonprofit management.

In addition to the conference, the group visited some of the highlights of Washington, including the National Mall, the White House, the Capitol and several museums.

Posted 03/17/24

Alvin Sherman Library Hosts Online Writing Workshops

Attention writers! Join us for online workshops led by published authors on Saturdays at 2 p.m.

  • On March 9, author Charles Todd will discuss the key elements to consider before and during the writing process. He’ll provide important tools for aspiring and current historical novelists. Learn about the pitfalls authors face and learn where to find critical information, conduct interviews and understand the culture of historical settings.
  • On March 16, author Jaimie Engle will discuss how to use LinkedIn homepage features as your best resume for producers, agents, actors and directors to connect, plus how to nurture those connections into relationships that end in contracts.
  • On March 23, award-winning author Nancy J. Cohen will talk about how to attract attention for your new book release to build readership and increase sales.

RSVP online at https://lib.nova.edu/writers.

Alvin Sherman Library Presents StoryFest on March 3

NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library will host StoryFest, its signature family literacy event, on Sunday, March 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s StoryFest theme is  “Reading Rodeo.”

The event will feature a petting zoo, storytellers, face painting and other activities. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with fun barnyard characters and favorites such as South Florida PBS’s Miss Penny.

Free pizza and hot dogs will be served courtesy of Hungry Howies. In addition, families who pre-register for StoryFest will be eligible to win a gift card. As part of the library’s efforts to encourage reading, each child who attends the event will receive a free book while supplies last. Parking for the event will be free.

To RSVP for StoryFest, visit lib.nova.edu/storyfest.

Posted 02/18/24

NSU Art + Design Presents Annual Juried Exhibition

NSU’s Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts and its B.A. in Art + Design program present their annual juried exhibition, featuring original works from students focusing on studio art and graphic design. The opening reception will be Wednesday, March 27, from 5 to 7 p.m., in Gallery 217 on the second floor of the Don Taft University Center on the Davie campus.

The exhibition can be seen through April 19 and is free to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, contact Gallery Manager L’nique Noel at ln507@nova.edu

Posted 02/18/24

NSU Theatre Presents ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’

The B.A. in Theatre program in the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts will present “Gruesome Playground Injuries,” a play from dramatist Rajiv Joseph, on Friday, Feb. 16, through Sunday, Feb. 18 at the Black Box Theatre in the Don Taft University Center. The play is free and open to the NSU and local community.

The dark, humorous drama follows the intersecting lives of Kayleen and Doug over a 30-year span, leading the two childhood friends to compare scars and the physical calamities that keep drawing them together.

Each performance features a talk by Adjunct Professor Aimee Sanchez-Zadak, Ed.D., who teaches in the College of Psychology.

Showtimes

  • Friday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 17, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m.

For more information, contact Bill Adams at wadams@nova.edu

Posted 02/09/24 

Upcoming Event Stresses Importance of Saving Early

You’ll learn tips on ways to save, benefits of starting early and various types of saving options at “YOU GOT THIS! Pay Yourself First: Saving Made Easy” on Wednesday, Feb. 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Candy Coleman, an experienced banking professional with more than 35 years of experience, will be the guest speaker in room 2053 at the Alvin Sherman Library. Coleman manages the Plantation Branch of AmTrust Bank, a Division of Flagstar Bank, and has been there more than 10 years. She also is very knowledgeable in the areas of fraud prevention and financial literacy, and frequently speaks on these topics at financial literacy programs.

Refreshments will be served.

Posted 02/04/24

‘Identity’ Exhibit Focuses on Graphic Design, Studio Art

The Halmos College of Arts and Science’s Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts and the B.A. in Art + Design program present “Identity,” its 13th exhibit highlighting work by senior Art + Design majors who focus on graphic design and studio art.

The opening reception will be Thursday, Feb. 15, at 5 p.m. in Gallery 217 on the second floor of the Don Taft University Center.

The free exhibit will be on display through March 15. Gallery hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, contact Gallery manager L’nique Noel at ln507@nova.edu

Posted 02/04/24

CommunityFest to Bring Fun and Food to Davie Campus

Mark your calendars for the 20th Annual CommunityFest on Feb. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. on the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus.

The event is open to students, faculty, staff and the community. Meet student clubs and organizations, colleges, offices and departments, community partners and sponsors. There will be great music, attractions and a variety of free food in a carnival-like atmosphere around Gold Circle Lake.

Clubs and organizations can register using the form below or electronically via SharkHub.

NSU CLUB & ORGANIZATION AGREEMENT FORM

Departments and colleges that would like to participate in this event can also register by using the form below.

NSU DEPARTMENTS, COLLEGES, & OFFICES AGREEMENT FORM

Volunteer by signing up via the respective forms below or electronically on SharkHub HERE.

NSU COMMUNITYFEST STUDENT VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT FORM
NSUCOMMUNITYFEST FACULTY & STAFF AGREEMENT FORM

Posted 02/04/24

Farquhar Honors Students Walk to Raise Suicide Awareness

This past fall semester, students in the Farquhar Honors College mental health course participated in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s (AFSP) Out of the Darkness walk to bring awareness to suicide prevention and mental health issues. Hosted at NSU, the community walk provided support and hope to survivors, families, friends, and advocates.

The honors team consisted of 29 walkers led by Christi Navarro, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Public Health at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, and included students from Navarro’s honors Exploring Population Mental Health and Wellbeing course and students and faculty from across NSU. Together, they helped combat the prevailing stigma surrounding suicide and raised $190 to support the AFSP’s mission of saving lives from suicide.

“Having the walk located at NSU and getting the NSU community involved reminds us that mental health challenges can affect us all, and we can all have a part in preventing suicide,” said Navarro. “One of the most moving parts of this event is the honors beads which we all wear to show our personal connection to the cause, as well as connecting with others [who] understand our experiences. There are ten different colored beads, [each representing different connections to the cause]. Before we walk, they call out the individual colors and ask us to raise our beads in support. It is a reminder that we are not alone in our struggles.”

Learn more about the AFSP Out of the Darkness walk.

Posted 01/14/24

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