Category: Research

Title IX Staff Discusses Trauma-Informed Care April 4

NSU’s healthcare and other professional students have an opportunity to be trauma-informed healthcare providers, with an edge over their peers from other universities. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, join our Title IX staff in a discussion about trauma-informed care in healthcare professions. Learn about the signs and effects of trauma and best practices for giving care to patients who may have experienced sexual violence or other forms of trauma.

A presentation titled “Trauma-Informed Health Care: Understanding and Meeting the Needs of Victimized Patients” will be given by Laura Bennett, Title IX Coordinator/Managing Director of Title IX Compliance & Institutional Response to Sexual Misconduct and Dr. Bohdan (Bo) Zaryckyj, Deputy Title IX Coordinator/Senior Investigator on April 4 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Posted 04/01/22

Halmos Mathematics Talk Focuses on Slender Body Theory

William Mitchell, Ph.D.

The Halmos College of Arts and Sciences Department of Mathematics will host guest speaker William Mitchell, Ph.D., as part of their Mathematics Colloquium Series.  Mitchell will be discussing the “Slender Body Theory” – a widely used modeling tool applied to the mechanical movement of tiny, tubular, biological structures.  Because of ease and simplicity, bacterial flagella and similar long, thin forms are often modeled as one-dimensional curves rather than as more complicated objects with volume and surface area.  New evidence, however, suggests doing so would make a poor approximation in some circumstances.

Mitchell is an assistant professor at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota. As an undergraduate, he mainly studied theoretical mathematics. After teaching at the junior high level in Guinea and Burkina Faso, he decided to move in a more applied direction and studied fluid mechanics, earning an M.S. from the University of Alaska – Fairbanks and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Calculus, computational linear algebra, differential equations, and modeling are his favorite courses to teach.

“Modeling and Simulation of Microscopic Fibers in a Viscous Fluid”, will take place on Thursday, April 14thfrom 12:30 to 1:20 p.m. on Zoom.  The entire NSU community, including students at all levels of mathematics, is invited and encouraged to attend.

Posted 03/31/22

Undergraduate Student Symposium Kicks Off April 6

Join us on Wednesday, April 6, and Thursday, April 7, for the annual Undergraduate Student Symposium (USS). Hosted by the Farquhar Honors College, the USS is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the research and creativity of NSU undergraduate students. Projects from all disciplines in the form of poster presentations, oral presentations, and short films will be presented over the two-day symposium.

This year’s symposium marks the return to in-person attendance after last year’s event was hosted completely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The symposium will kick off with an opening ceremony featuring keynote speaker Kenneth Dawson-Scully, Ph.D., M.Sc, associate provost and vice president for Translational Research and Economic Development (TRED). The main events of the USS include the screening of the narrative, documentary, and avant-garde short films at the film festival reception and the showcasing of student research through poster and oral presentations. A closing ceremony will conclude the symposium with the awarding of prizes to outstanding projects in each category.

“The USS is a wonderful opportunity for students to present their academic work outside of the classroom,” said Weylin Sternglanz, Ph.D., associate professor in the College of Psychology. “The USS mimics many aspects of professional conferences, so this is a fun way for students to gain experience in presenting in a conference-type environment. Many students who present at the USS go on to present versions of that same work as posters or oral presentations at professional conferences within their primary discipline.”

Sternglanz, who is a co-organizer for the USS film festival alongside Marlisa Santos, Ph.D., professor in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, notes that the film festival is one of his favorite parts of the USS. Those interested in attending the film festival should RSVP HERE by Friday, April 1.

“The Film Festival is a great opportunity for students who have taken film classes (as well as other students who pursue filmmaking as a hobby) to showcase their artistic work,” said Sternglanz. “We have seen a number of students create moving documentaries and hilarious short comedic fictional works, and some of these students even wound up submitting modified versions of their works to professional film festivals in Fort Lauderdale or Miami.”

The USS presents an exciting opportunity for students to develop professional skills beyond the classroom that will give them an edge in their future endeavors while also being recognized by their peers, professors, and other members of the NSU community. The symposium rewards the curiosity and creativity of students, encouraging them to further pursue their interests.

“I am most looking forward to gaining the experience of presenting my very first research project,” said Honors student Colin Pulickathadam, a freshman health informatics and biology major. “I hope to enhance my presentation skills, make new connections and expand my network, and have thorough conversations about [my] project with students and faculty.”

Pulickathadam will be presenting his research comparing the readability of at-home electrocardiograms (ECGs) in a clinic setting with a cardiologist present versus at home with only the patient and their care provider. Look out for his poster presentation during the symposium.

The 2022 USS schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, April 6

  • Opening Ceremony: 12-1 p.m. in the Cotilla Gallery in the Alvin Sherman Library (2nd floor)
  • Film Festival Reception: 5-7 p.m. (RSVP HERE by Friday, April 1 to attend)

Thursday, April 7

  • Poster Presentations: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Alvin Sherman Library
  • Oral Presentations: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Alvin Sherman Library
  • Closing Ceremony: 4-5 p.m. in the PVA Performance Theater

Click here for more information about the USS. 

Posted 03/31/22

24th Annual Student Life Achievement Awards, April 12

The Annual Student Life Achievement Awards Ceremony is back in person. Join us on April 12 as we recognize members of the NSU community who have distinguished themselves during the academic year.

Pre-Reception at 5:00 P.M. – Carl DeSantis Building, Atrium
Awards Show at 6:00 P.M. – Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Post-Reception will follow the awards show.

This Year’s Finalists are:

Administrator of the Year

  • Rachel Fineberg, M.S. – Athletics
  • Carlos Manuel Perez, Ed.D. – College of Psychology
  • Bryan Roberts, MPA – Division of Student Affairs
  • Kimberly Rivera – Enrollment and Student Services
  • Larry L. Massey. Jr., Ph.D. – Facilities Management

Alumni of the Year

  • Mark Thomas Marciano, OD – College of Optometry
  • Venessa Goodnow, Pharm.D. – College of Pharmacy
  • Michael Higgins, DO – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Nicole R. Quint – Dr.OT – Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences
  • Adam Scott Goldberg, J.D. – Shepard Broad College of Law

Athletic Team of the Year

  • 2020–2021 NSU Women’s Swim Team – Athletics
  • 2020–2021 NSU Women’s Tennis Team – Athletics
  • 2021 NSU Men’s Soccer Team – Athletics
  • 2021 NSU Women’s Volleyball Team – Athletics

Co–Curricular Adviser of the Year

  • Jose A. Rey, Pharm.D. – College of Pharmacy
  • Carly Paro-Tompkins, Ed.D. – College of Psychology (NSU Tampa Bay Campus)
  • Camille Baldwin, Ed.D. – Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing (NSU Fort Myers Campus)
  • James Wilets, J.D. – Shepard Broad College of Law

Corporate Partner of the Year

  • Publix Pharmacy – College of Pharmacy
  • Memorial Healthcare Systems – College of Psychology
  • HCA Healthcare – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Lee Health – Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing
  • Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County – Shepard Broad College of Law

Executive of the Year

  • Bernadette Bruce, M.B.A. – Business Services
  • Elizabeth Shepherd, Pharm.D. – College of Pharmacy
  • Terry Morrow Nelson, Ph.D. – Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences
  • Ron Chenail, Ph.D. – Executive Office
  • Olympia Duhart, J.D. – Shepard Broad College of Law

Graduate Organization of the Year

  • National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) – College of Optometry
  • Phi Delta Chi Pharmacy Fraternity (PDC) – College of Pharmacy
  • Graduate Organization for Partnerships and Learning with Adolescents and Youths (GOPLAY) – College of Psychology
  • Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) at NSU – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
  • Evening Law Students Association (ELSA) – Shepard Broad College of Law

Professor of the Year

  • Gina L. Peyton, Ed.D. – Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (NSU Orlando Campus)
  • Young Kwon, Ph.D. – College of Pharmacy
  • Jessica M. Valenzuela, Ph.D. – College of Psychology
  • Arkene Levy, Ph.D. – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
  • Eleanor Lawrence, Psy.D. – H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship

Regional Campus Student of the Year 

  • Emily Buersmeyer, BSN-RN – NSU Fort Myers Campus
  • Sean Fredericks – NSU Jacksonville Campus
  • Jacquelyn Marquez – NSU Miami Campus
  • Selena Houck – NSU Orlando Campus
  • Thandeka Bissasor – NSU Palm Beach Campus
  • Iliana A. Ramos Morales – NSU Puerto Rico Campus
  • Eva Slomiak, RN – NSU Tampa Campus

Staff Person of the Year

  • Kandee Griffith, M.S. – Enrollment and Student Services (NSU Jacksonville Campus)
  • Alexandra Hathaway – College of Pharmacy
  • Jaime Reid – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
  • William Power – Office of Innovation and Information Technology (NSU Fort Myers Campus)
  • Claudia Sicard – University Advancement

Student Government of the Year

  • College of Psychology Student Government Association – College of Psychology
  • Undergraduate Student Government Association – Division of Student Affairs
  • Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine Student Government Association – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
  • Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Government Association – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Fort Myers Student Government Student Government Association– NSU Fort Myers Campus

Student of the Year

  • Sydney Lageyre, M.S. – Abraham S. Fischler College of Education & School of Criminal Justice
  • Joshua Bennett – College of Computing and Engineering
  • Sajan Parag – College of Dental Medicine
  • Melanie M. Rodriguez – College of Optometry
  • Jeremy P. Espeut, B.S. – College of Pharmacy
  • Brittany Ferrell, M.S. – College of Psychology
  • Cathaerina Appadoo, B.S. – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
  • Aneil Tawakalzada, M.S. – Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Emilie Vos, BHSc – Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences
  • Naziba Akther– Farquhar Honors College
  • Christina Elizabeth Maskley, B.S. – H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Michael Lynn. B.A. – Halmos College of Arts and Sciences
  • Michael Gomez – Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing
  • Arlette Gomez – Shepard Broad College of Law
  • Dylan Goldman – NSU University School

Undergraduate Organization of the Year

  • Freedom Sharks – Division of Student Affairs
  • Inter–Organizational Council (IOC) – Division of Student Affairs
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated the Gamma Alpha Delta Chapter – Division of Student Affairs
  • Student Events and Activities Board (S.E.A. Board) – Division of Student Affairs
  • Sociodrama “Stage for Change” – Division of Student Affairs

Seating is limited and not guaranteed. Tickets will be available starting March 30, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. Only one ticket will be issued per NSU ID. The NSU ID holder must be present to claim his or her ticket. Tickets will be available for pick up only in the Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement, Don Taft University Center. Phone reservations will not be accepted. For more information, please email stueys@nova.edu

Posted 03/30/22

Juried Student Art Exhibition On Display Through April 15

The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts and NSU Art + Design presented the 13th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition juried by visual artist, graphic designer and author Cey Adams. Winning pieces were announced during the opening reception held on Wednesday, March 16 in Gallery 217.

  • Date: Through Friday, April 15, 2022
  • Location: Gallery 217, 2nd floor of the University Center
  • Admission: Free

 

For more information, contact Kandy-Lopez Moreno at klopez1@nova.edu

Posted 03/25/22

Halmos Invites You to Farmworker Rights and Fair Food Event on March 28

The Department of Humanities and Politics (DHP) in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS), and the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW) are co-sponsoring to a special event entitled, Farmworker Rights and Fair Food on Monday, March 28, 2022 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Mailman Auditorium (2nd floor) in the Mailman Hollywood Building.

Do you know where your food comes from? Do you know that some of the workers picking those fruits and vegetables may be working under involuntary servitude? Come and learn more from the featured speakers from the CIW and its partner organization, the Alliance for Fair Food (AFF). The event is free.

For more information, please contact Yvette Fuentes, Ph.D., faculty in DHP at yf60@nova.edu

Posted 03/21/22

Speaker Discusses Prey Defense and Pattern Formation, March 24

Photo of Evan Haskell, Ph.D., sitting at an outdoor restaurant by the ocean.

The Halmos College of Arts and Sciences Department of Mathematics will host guest speaker Evan Haskell, Ph.D., as part of their Mathematics Colloquium Series.  Haskell will be discussing how prey defense patterns influence predator-prey distributions.  The review will cover pattern formation resulting from prey defenses that lead to spatial segregation from their predators as well as the potential impact of prey defense mechanisms on prey species in resource competition.

Evan Haskell, Ph.D. is a professor of mathematics at NSU Florida. He earned his Ph.D. in mathematics from the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences at New York University in 2000. Dr. Haskell joined the faculty at NSU in 2005 and has served as mentor and professor to hundreds of NSU students. He works on applied problems inspired by the real and engineered world.

“Prey Defense Patterns / Predator-Prey Distributions,” will take place on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 12:30 – 1:20 p.m. in Parker Building, Room 338.  The entire NSU community, including students at all levels of mathematics, is invited and encouraged to attend.

Get more information about Evan Haskell.

Posted 03/21/22

Pen to Purpose: Cultivating Writing as a Brand of Professionalism, April 11

Join us on Monday, April 11th, at 6:30 p.m., in-person at the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Cotilla Gallery on the 2nd Floor, or online via Zoom for this semester’s final discussion in the Pen to Purpose series.  This author series, founded by Professor Efrat Friedman, is the result of a collaboration between the NSU Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts and the Alvin Sherman Library, and is sponsored by the Circle of Friends. You will not want to miss this compelling conversation with Malcolm Mitchell.

Mitchell was the former wide receiver for the New England Patriots, and the rookie who helped the Patriots win Super Bowl LI. For years Mitchell’s life revolved around his athletic pursuits and he devoted little attention to books or writing. The focus, however, changed while recovering from knee surgeries when Mitchell made time to pursue higher literacy levels and joined a book club. He eventually created the “Share the Magic Foundation” to promote literacy to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, and “Read with Malcolm,” which introduces book ownership to students, and works to improve literacy in schools.

Mitchell is also the author of the children’s books, The Magician’s Hat and My Very Favorite Book in the Whole Wide World which encourage a positive association with literacy and the idea that books promote growth and opportunity.

NSU Library’s Circle of Friends is the community support arm for Alvin Sherman Library. The funds raised are used to enhance the library’s services, materials, and programs. With more Friends, we can make an even greater impact, so why not consider becoming a member? For more information about Circle of Friends, please call 954-262-4593, email libdev@nova.edu or visit http://sherman.library.nova.edu/cof.   To become a member or renew, please click here.

Click here to register for the event.

Sponsored by the Circle of Friends for the NSU Alvin Sherman Library.

Posted 03/21/22

NSU Music Presents Songwriter Showcase, April 7

NSU Music and the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts present its Songwriter Showcase featuring performances from NSU songwriters, producers and arrangers.

Date: Thursday, April 7, 2022

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Performance Theatre, University Center

Free event; tickets will be available on the evening of the event on a first come, first served basis.

For more information, contact Jessica Muñiz-Collado at jcollado@nova.edu

Posted 03/21/22

NSU Shark Talent Students Present Shark Showcase, April 1

NSU Shark Talent and the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts present the Shark Showcase on April 1. This year’s theme, “The Comeback: Live!”, celebrates the first in-person student showcase since the pandemic. All NSU students are invited to participate in the event produced, hosted and curated by the Razor’s Edge Shark Talent Scholars Program.

Date: Friday, April 1, 2022

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Performance Theatre, University Center

Free event

For more information, contact Shark Talent Coordinator Dan Gelbmann at gelbmann@nova.edu

Posted 03/21/22

1 … 12 13 14 15 16 … 40