Category: Research

Dive Into the Science Behind Gender Identity, Nov. 15

The Farquhar Honors College and the Alvin Sherman Library present “The Open Classroom: The X’s, Y’s and O’s: The Biologic Basis of Gender Identity.”

Join us for an open discussion on the possible genetic, epigenetic, and physiologic forces that make us male, female, or gender-nonconforming.

  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 12:00 pm
  • Where: Cotilla Gallery, Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd floor
  • Free and open to the public
  • Register here

The Open Classroom series features conversations with scholars from various disciplines who share their expertise on important issues and provide insightful perspectives rarely seen in the media.

Posted 11/09/23

Learn About Media Literacy in the Era of Fake News, Nov. 7

The Farquhar Honors College and the Alvin Sherman Library present “The Open Classroom: Beyond Fake News & Deepfake Fear: Hope & Media Literacy.”

Join us for an open discussion on fake news and deepfakes and the importance of media literacy in combatting falsehoods.

  • When: Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 12:30 p.m.
  • Where: Cotilla Gallery, Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd floor
  • Free and open to the public
  • Register here

The Open Classroom series features conversations with scholars from various disciplines who share their expertise on important issues and provide insightful perspectives rarely seen in the media.

Posted 10/27/23

Sallarulo’s Race for Champions Gets Under Way on Nov. 4

Get out your running – or walking – shoes and sign up for the 18th Annual Sallarulo’s Race for Champions at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus on Saturday, November 4. Runners and walkers from all over South Florida will come to campus to participate in this 5K race to benefit Special Olympics Florida – Broward County.

Registration starts at 6:30 a.m. and the run starts at 8 a.m. in the circle on Ray Ferrero Blvd. NSU is the only private university in the country with a local Special Olympics chapter on its campus, now housed permanently in the NSU University School sports center. In fact, a member of NSU’s Board of Trustees, Paul Sallarulo, serves as Chairman of the Race for Special Olympics Florida – Broward County.

NSU’s partnership with this worthy organization is made possible by the late Don Taft, who had been committed to supporting special-needs children and adults. All proceeds from the race will benefit Special Olympics Florida –Broward County, whose mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competitions for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Registration is open at www.champions5k.org. NSU students can use the code NSU2023 to register for free. We hope to see you there.

Posted 10/26/23

Military Affairs Holds ‘Nominate a Veteran’ Contest Under Way

For the third year, the Nova Southeastern University Military Affairs’ Veterans Resource Center will be holding its “Nominate a Veteran” contest, honoring veterans on campus.

Here’s your chance to nominate a NSU veteran or military-affiliated person who you regard as someone who goes above and beyond in the Shark Community.

You can nominate a student, staff or faculty member, a cadet, or an alum. One winner in each category will be chosen. The winners will be honored during NSU’s Veterans Day ceremony on November 11 and will be given a NSU challenge coin. They also will be photographed.

Make your nomination today. The contest ends November 3.

Posted 10/23/23

Art Museum Hosts Sunny Days/Starry Nights Event Nov. 2

NSU Art Museum is hosting its Sunny Days/Starry Nights – Free First Thursday event monthly every first Thursday free of charge. This event is presented by Broward Health.

Attendees enjoy free admission to the museum and 2-for-1 All Day Happy Hour. There will also be a “Mini Muse” drop-in session for children inspired by current exhibitions from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The event will be held on Thursday, Nov. 2, at the NSU Art Museum, One Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information contact the NSU Art Museum at 954-525-5500, moareservations@moafl.org

 

Posted 10/18/23

NSU Art Museum Hosts Neighbor Day Event Oct. 29

NSU Art Museum is hosting its Neighbor Day event monthly every last Sunday for Fort Lauderdale residents. This event, sponsored by the City of Fort Lauderdale, offers free admission to the museum for Fort Lauderdale residents. Residents also will receive 2-for-1 wine in the Museum Café and 10% off books published by the NSU Art Museum.

Residents must show a photo ID, driver’s license, or residential utility bill with proof of Fort Lauderdale address. The event will be held on Sunday, Oct. 29, at the NSU Art Museum, One Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 from noon to 5 p.m.

For more information, https://nsuartmuseum.org/event/free-fort-lauderdale-neighbor-day/ or contact to museum at 954-525-5500, moareservations@moafl.org

Posted 10/18/23

Acclaimed Writer Comes to Performing Arts Center Nov. 16

Lauren Groff, who has been called one of the generation’s “finest living writers” by The New York Times, will take the stage at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, to share her experiences, inspirations, and creative process that have contributed to her remarkable and award-winning writing career.

Attendees will be captivated by Groff’s reflections on the craft of writing and discussion on what influences and informs her best-selling works. “The Vaster Wilds,” Groff’s latest novel, has been praised by the Los Angeles Times for “reinventing the adventure novel” and promises to be a tense and riveting tale of survival.

Attendees can look forward to an engaging discussion about the book and the processes that inform her mastery of the historical fiction genre. This event will be moderated by former WPLG Local 10 news anchor Laurie Jennings.

Posted 10/22/23

Author, Conservationist, Adventurer to Hold Talk at NSU, Oct. 27

NSU Alvin Sherman Library is excited to welcome South African conservationist, surfer, businessman, author, filmmaker, and three-time Guinness World Record holder Chris Bertish. Bertish will be talking about his book “All In! The Atlantic Standup Paddle Crossing -93 Days Alone at Sea” on Friday, Oct. 27. The talk details his historic 2017 accomplishment of being the first individual to Stand Up Paddle (SUP) across the Atlantic Ocean, an arduous solo trip that spanned from Morocco, Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean. Bertish will also recall his experiences at sea which include but are not limited to, being hunted by a great white shark, being towed by a giant squid, and capsizing multiple times. Attendees will be equal parts enthralled by Bertish’s harrowing journey, and uplifted by his positive attitude which shows that one can accomplish anything that they put their mind to.

In addition to the Author talk with Chris Bertish, this event will feature a Q&A Session, and copies of All In! will be available for purchase.

Tickets are available now via Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center.

Posted 10/08/23

Breakfast Panel to Discuss Breast Cancer Strategies, Oct. 18

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The AutoNation Institute for Breast Cancer Research and Care’s mission is to eradicate breast cancer through prevention as well as the development of new clinical strategies that involve personalized medicine.

Join us as we hear from an expert panel that will address the areas of research and innovative treatments that push the needle forward for generations to come.

  • Date: Wednesday Oct. 18
  • Time: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
  • Title: Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast Panel
  • Location: Alvin Sherman Library – Cotilla Gallery

Registration Link: https://cvent.me/wYeb0w

Posted 10/03/23

Alvin Sherman Library Presents ‘A Day for Children,’ Oct. 21

Nova Southeastern University is pleased to announce the return of the annual health literacy fair, “A Day For Children” on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event showcases free and low-cost health and wellness services for children from birth to 16 years of age. Health care education and activities for vision, medical, speech, behavior, and dental health as well as physical and occupational therapy will be provided through NSU Health Centers.

Free games, activities, and food will be provided for attendees.  For more information regarding this free event please visit lib.nova.edu/adfc

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