Fischler Academy Students Study French Education System

By: Johari Canty

The students of NSU’s Fischler Academy program recently got the opportunity to travel to France to learn about their education system firsthand. The group of 32 students visited Les Mureaux, a suburb about 30 minutes outside of Paris’ city center.

Fischler Academy visits Paris

During the nine-day trip, students immersed themselves through participation in field-based learning in local schools and learned more about the education system in France. The group received a warm welcome from the community and had the opportunity to meet with city officials as well as the mayor of Les Mureaux, Francois Garay.

Fischler Academy Director Luke Williams, Ph.D., noted that students appreciated the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the similarities and differences between the teaching practices they have seen in the US and the methods they observed in France. During the trip the Fischler Academy students also got the chance to visit the city hall for a presentation from city officials on how funds and resources are allocated to support local families.

NSU Faculty Publish a Study on Educational Curiosity

By: Johari Canty

Faculty members Charlene Désir, Ed.D., and Georgina Argüello, Ed.D., from the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice at Nova Southeastern University, recently published an insightful study exploring intellectual curiosity among students in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. This collaborative research included contributions from Rachel Panton, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, as well as Honors College students Amenia Farraj and Jalynn Sylvain. The study examined how various environments—home, school, and digital spaces—interact to influence students’ desire and motivation to learn.

Faculty members Charlene Désir, Ed.D., and Georgina Argüello, Ed.D.

Désir led qualitative aspects of the research, guiding student interviews to uncover critical factors affecting educational engagement. Argüello managed the quantitative analysis, providing empirical insights into the data. Additionally, Panton facilitated the analytical review of student writing prompts, contributing further depth to the qualitative findings. Key findings from the study highlighted the essential roles of supportive educators, experiential learning methods, and effective integration of digital technologies in enhancing intellectual curiosity among students.

The research was primarily funded by the President’s Research Grant, with supplementary support provided by the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, and the Honors College. To access the complete article and detailed findings, click here.

Criminal Justice Student Attends DEA Experience Week

By: Johari Canty

A Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice student recently got the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Drug Enforcement Administration. Undergraduate Criminal Justice major Jasmine Johnson recently traveled to Washington, D.C. where she received first hand insight into the world of federal drug enforcement.

NSU Student Jasmine Johnson

During her trip, Johnson visited the DEA Training Facility in Quantico and the DEA Chemistry Lab, where she learned about the training agents go through, and how substances are analyzed, respectively. Johnson also learned more about the One Pill Can Kill campaign, which is focused on raising awareness of the danger of counterfeit pills that are laced with fentanyl.

In addition to the tour of DEA facilities, Johnson also visited the White House where she was able to speak with Secret Service agents, and she also visited D.C.’s museums and landmarks. The trip was also made possible thanks to the help of the DEA Miami team who shared the opportunity with Dr. Grace Telesco, Director of the School of Criminal Justice.

More Than 190 Attend Teachers for Tomorrow Conference

Teachers for Tomorrow

Teachers for Tomorrow

The third annual Teachers for Tomorrow Conference was a remarkable success. This year’s event celebrated the theme “Educational Passion, Purpose, and Entrepreneurship.” It brought together a passionate community of more than 190 attendees, including aspiring educators, faculty, NSU students, NSU alumni, and education leaders from across the country.

As a fully student-run conference, the event showcased the dedication and leadership of the Pre-Professional Strategic Team students, who worked tirelessly to organize and execute every detail. Their efforts were supported and guided by Lucas Williams, director of the Fischler Academy; Assistant Professor Jennifer Berne; and Sean Stanton, admissions coordinator and founder of the conference.

The conference featured dynamic keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions, and hands-on workshops designed to spark innovation and creativity in education. Highlights included a panel discussion on entrepreneurial approaches in teaching, collaborative sessions co-led by Fischler Academy students and NSU’s Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice faculty, and opportunities to network with peers dedicated to transforming education.

Attendees left inspired, equipped with actionable strategies, and energized to make a meaningful impact in their future classrooms. This annual event continues to grow as a cornerstone for empowering and celebrating the next generation of educators.

Education Grad Gets Director Position at Florida Memorial University

Adrienne Fuller

Adrienne Fuller

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice graduate Adrienne Fuller, Ed.D., is taking on a new role at Florida Memorial University.

Fuller has been named as the director of online education and educational technology. Using Blackboard, Fuller will oversee the enhancement of online courses and programs.

Fuller graduated from NSU with her master’s degree and doctorate in Instructional Technology and Distance Education.

Fuller said she didn’t expect this opportunity at first. She previously worked as a teacher with the Broward County School District and did instructional design on the side. However, she stopped to finish her doctorate and hoped to continue afterward.

“I thought that I would find myself doing some additional part time work in instructional design to kind of get back into the field because I had stopped for a short period of time to finish the doctoral program,” she said. “That was the route that I was preparing to head into until this opportunity opened, and I applied, and the rest is history.”

Fischler Alumnus Inducted Into National Teacher Hall of Fame

Hueck

Hueck

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice alumnus Erick Hueck, Ed.D., has been inducted into the National Teacher’s Hall of Fame.

Hueck, who has served as an educator for more than 36 years, is the 152nd inductee to the Hall of Fame. There are currently 160 inductees.

The National Teachers Hall of Fame was founded in Emporia, Kansas, in 1989 to honor teachers and the teaching profession through a recognition program and museum. Nominees must be certified public or non-public schoolteachers, active or retired, with at least 20 years of experience in teaching grades pre-K through 12th grade.

Hueck was part of the class of 2023, along with four other inductees. He currently teaches chemistry and advanced placement chemistry at Miami Senior High School, where he has worked since 1988.

Hueck was previously named Miami Dade Teacher of the Year in 2003. He also received the 2011 Florida Governor’s Excellence in Education Award, was named as an Outstanding Science Educator in 2013 by the Florida Association of Science Teachers, and in 2022, he received the Yale Educator Award and the NEA California Casualty Award for Teaching Excellence.

Students Attend Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Conference

From left, Laila Horton, Associate Professor Grace Telesco and Justin Campbell

Justin Campbell and Laila Horton, students in the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, attended an academic conference through a sponsorship from professionals in the criminal justice field.

They attended the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Conference and the Alpha Phi Sigma annual meeting in Chicago. It was an opportunity to learn, network and build connections in the field of criminal justice.

The students hosted a discussion where they shared their insights on how they revitalized the Alpha Phi Sigma chapter at NSU.

The trip was made possible by a donation from the Broward County Chiefs of Police Association Foundation. The conference was a first for Horton and Campbell. Associate Professor Grace Telesco accompanied the students. Telesco also spoke during the conference on the preliminary findings of her study on the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla.

Posted 04/07/24

Criminal Justice Professor Publishes New Textbook Edition

Professor Jennifer Allen of the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice has published a new edition of the textbook “Research Methods in Criminal Justice.” Now in its fourth edition, the book tackles scientific research in criminal justice.

The book offers updated information on practices and approaches. It’s divided into four sections, guiding readers through the essentials of research in criminal justice: introduction to research, sampling methods, statistics, and common errors in presenting and interpreting research findings and technology.

The chapters offer plenty of data and real criminal justice examples, and some chapters have been combined to make room for new information such as an expanded discussion of qualitative research methods.

The book can easily be understood by criminal justice students.

For more information, click here.

Posted 03/17/24

Education Doctoral Student Builds Connections at Conference

Ashley Wiedow

Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice doctoral student Ashley Wiedow attended the national conference for Kappa Delta Pi, where she made a presentation and built connections with other educators.

Wiedow is a third-year doctoral student earning her Ed.D. with a double major in Applied Behavioral Analysis and Special Education. She also serves as the president of the Omega Theta chapter of KDP. Wiedow served as the representative of the chapter and attended the first in-person KDP conference in several years in St. Louis.

Wiedow, a board-certified behavioral analyst, said she enjoyed meeting and connecting with other educators.

Wiedow’s presentation alongside her mentor described teaching as a compass and how it can take one in many different directions, something her mentors did for her as an educator navigating the field of behavior analysis.

The Omega Theta chapter was recognized during the conference and received multiple awards as one of the highest leadership chapters, and Wiedow won the award for Chapter Leader of the Year.

Posted 03/17/24

Fischler College Sponsors the Caliber Awards

NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice was one of the sponsors of  the Broward County Public School Caliber Awards.

The Feb. 2 event recognized and celebrated outstanding teachers, principals, assistant principals and school-related employees in the Broward County School District.

The college was a platinum sponsor for the event and provided a $5,000 scholarship to the four respective winners of the teacher, principal, assistant principal and school-related Employee of the Year.

The college was represented at the event by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Kenneth Rockensies, Ed.D., and Senior Director of Graduate Admissions Leonard Jacobskind, Ed.D.

Rockensies spoke about the mission of the college and thanked Broward County Public Schools for its continued partnership with the college.

Posted 03/04/24

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