Tag: Fischler College of Education & School of Criminal Justice

Faculty Member Receives NSEE Distinguished Service Award

Martha M. Snyder, Ph.D., PMP, SPHR

Martha M. Snyder, Ph.D., PMP, SPHR, received the Michael Steuerman Distinguished Service Award on Tuesday, September 28, at the awards luncheon of the 50th National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) Annual Conference at the Renaissance Hotel at SeaWorld, Orlando, Florida.

This award recognizes an NSEE member who exemplifies the values and mission of the society and who has made critical contributions to NSEE’s success. Snyder has served on the NSEE conference planning committee since 2017 and chaired the 2020 conference where she managed to shift a fully on-site experience to a virtual event during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the summer of 2020, Snyder facilitated online webinars to support professional development efforts and community-building.

In preparation for NSEE’s 50th conference, Snyder organized conference activities that brought NSEE past presidents and leaders together to share their experiences and visions for the future. She also serves on the faculty of NSEE’s Experiential Education Academy (EEA) where she facilitates workshops on assessment, reflection, teaching and learning experientially, and online learning and experiential education. In 2021, Snyder joined the NSEE Board of Directors. She will focus her efforts on professional development for the Society and its membership.

Snyder is the director of faculty professional development in NSU’s Learning and Educational Center and a professor in the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice. She also teaches undergraduate and master’s courses in the Farquhar Honors College and Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine respectively.

The National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) is a nonprofit membership organization composed of educators, businesses, and community leaders founded in 1971 that strives to cultivate educators who effectively use experiential education as an integral part of personal, professional, civic, and global learning.

Education Professor Receives Distance Learning Award

Hui Fang “Angie Su

Hui Fang “Angie Su, a Department of Education professor at NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, received the Outstanding Leadership, Service, Contribution, and Excellence in the Field of Distance Education Award from the Florida Distance Learning Association (FDLA), a state chapter of the United Stated Distance Learning Association, at this year’s conference, which was held, September 29 through October 1, 2021.

The virtual conference welcomed K-20 educators and stakeholders. Its theme for this year was Emerging with New Digital Potentials.  The program was packed with informative topics such as Health Science, Technology Whiz-Kid, Educational Law, Internet Security, Digital Learning, Robotics, and Cognitive Guided Instructions. The purpose of the conference was to inform participants of the latest developments in Distance Learning, mathematics, and academic content-related topics in Florida.  Many Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice faculty and staff members, and colleagues from other colleges within NSU were keynote speakers and moderators at the conference.

Check out the Conference Program Book and presenter information.

Learn how you can become an active member of FDLA or a member of FAMTE throughout the year.

Halmos Faculty Presents at Distance Learning Conference

Santanu De, M.Sc., Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS), presented a 30-minute talk at the Florida Distance Learning Association (FDLA) Conference 2021 held virtually from September 29 through October 1, 2021.

The theme of the conference was “Emerging with New Digital Potentials.”  The title of De’s presentation was “Key Strategies for Effective Pedagogy and Assessment of College STEM Courses Online during COVID-19.”  De collaborated on and co-presented this interdisciplinary project with Georgina Arguello, Ed.D., faculty at NSU’s Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice.

De’s research interests include, STEM education, pedagogy, reproductive physiology, developmental biology, cell biology, and protein biology.

College Spotlights Education Alumna Patrice Farquharson

On March 26, 2021, Patrice Farquharson, Ed.D., welcomed Vice President Kamala Harris at the West Haven Child Development Center as part of the Biden administration’s “Help Is Here” campaign. The Child Development Center, founded in 1978, is expected to receive funding for teachers and classrooms to further support the care and education of our children. After a period of distance learning, the center, reopened on July 6, 2020. It offers full- and part-day childcare services for infants and children up to age five. While it was closed, the center serviced families remotely by providing diapers and information to access food.

Patrice Farquharson, her daughter Julia, and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Farquharson is a lifelong resident of West Haven, Connecticut, and is committed to providing a quality, research-based early childhood experience for the children of her city. She is currently in her 43rd year at the West Haven Child Development Center, serving as the executive director. Farquharson also holds the following appointments: Associate Professor of Early Childhood and Child Studies at Post University, the former Dean at the Core Faculty at Charter Oak State College, appointed by the Connecticut Board of Regents, where she teaches Psychology of Play.

Farquharson is active in the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). She has presented many scholarly papers on increasing social-emotional competence in young children at risk and, most recently, leadership in early childhood education. She is also an active interdisciplinary member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).

She is respected in both organizations for her expertise and leadership abilities. In 2010 she received NAPNAP’s President’s Award for her collaborative work in health and education. Farquharson is always on the cutting edge of new ideas and innovations in education and practice. Her record of funding from so many foundations for these projects is evidence of her success in achieving her goals.

Farquharson has faced many challenges throughout her career. However, one of her biggest challenges was educating the public about the importance of the work that is being done in early childhood education. Adding various forms of technology into preschool classrooms is a relatively easy task. However, fully integrating technology into the curriculum is much more complicated. She came up with a way to assist the teachers to feel comfortable with technology and consider using a variety of technology tools when planning the curriculum for children.

Farquharson received her Doctor of Education in Child and Youth Studies from the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice in 1995. She also holds a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Southern Connecticut State University and a Bachelors from the University of Connecticut. She says the most exciting thing about child studies is the combination of psychology, sociology and child development. She is a mother of two girls and was even a cheerleader for the New England Patriots cheerleading team.

Kappa Delta Pi Chapter Launching Haiti Bags of Love Project

NSU’s Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) Omega Theta Chapter 584 in collaboration with Hôpital Universitaire de Mirebalais solicit your assistance in their Haiti Bags of Love Project. Children and pregnant women airlifted from the earthquake-stricken zone in Haiti to the University hospital in Mirebalais need your help.

The project goal is to distribute at least 100 adult care packages, 50 care packages, and children’s books to the pediatric unit and maternity unit.

Items needed: small backpacks, children’s books (creole) and/or picture books, soft toys, coloring books, and crayons, hand sanitizers, wipes, sanitary pads, toothbrushes and toothpastes, soaps, bath towels, washcloth, deodorants, lotions

Drop off: Donations may be left at the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice breakroom on the 4th Floor of the DeSantis Building or at the Miami-Kendall Campus Student Lounge. You may also make a monetary donation by entering the following site as a NSU affiliate or as a guest here. Donations will be accepted until December 3, 2021.

The KDP Omega Theta chapter, a gold award winning chapter, received recognition for excellence in education through its 2020-2021 community service and literacy projects. Kappa Delta Pi is an International Honor Society in Education. The chapter will be recognized for its achievement at the KDP’s first-ever Virtual Convo on November 5 at 2 p.m.

For additional Information, please contact faculty adviser, Sandra Trotman at trotman@nova.edu

Fischler College Spotlights Alumna Latonya Peterson

Latonya Peterson, Ed.D.

Latonya Peterson, Ed.D., first graduated from the Abraham S. Fischer College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE&SCJ) in 2005 with her master’s degree in Criminal Justice with a Specialization in Behavioral Criminology. In 2010 she received her Doctorate of Education in Organization Leadership. Latonya also holds a bachelor’s degree from Albany State University.

Peterson is also an adjunct instructor for Baker University, teaching MBA & CJ courses. This past April, she was appointed to the Faculty Senate for Baker University, and she is the first female African American to hold that position!

She wants to remind future students to remember to keep in touch with their close family and friends. Keeping your support system close is essential while going through school, she says. There will be times when your program will feel overwhelming, and it will be vital to have someone to lean on and help you through the tough days.

Peterson began working in her father’s law office at the age of 16 and realized that working in criminal justice was one of her passions. Since earning her degrees, she has been teaching criminal justice courses in higher education for 15 years. She currently works as an online instructor for American InterContinental University and as an adjunct professor for other schools teaching criminal justice, leadership, and management courses. She enjoys writing and peer-reviewing journal articles, and in 2016 she co-authored the course textbook called “Victimology: Understanding the Victim.”

The FCE&SCJ community congratulates you on your significant accomplishment with the Faculty Senate post and wishes you the best of luck as you step into your new role!

She currently lives in Georgia with her husband and two sons. Latonya is a die-hard New England Patriots Fan, and she teaches Children’s Church for the Greater 2nd Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

Fischler College Alumna Named Middle School Principal

Emily McQuay

The Fort Mill School District in South Carolina recently announced that Nova Southeastern University alumna Emily McQuay will take over as principal of Fort Mill Middle School. McQuay is now the director of Fort Mill Virtual Academy, the district’s online learning option that grew out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Before her promotion, McQuay received a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from Clemson University, a master’s degree in Library and Information from the University of South Carolina, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice at NSU.

McQuay began her education career as an eighth-grade social studies teacher and was a media specialist at the elementary and middle school levels. She then served as an assistant principal at Rock Hill and Nation Ford High Schools before being a part of Catawba Ridge High School’s inaugural school year in which she was also an assistant principal. During her time as an administrator, she was a part of being awarded more than a $1 million in grant funds and was published four times in education journals.

The FCE&SCJ wishes you the best of success in your new role! Fins Up!

Fischler Graduate Named Dean at SUNY Canton

Michelle L. Currier, Ph.D.

SUNY Canton has named Michelle L. Currier, Ph.D., the new dean of the School of Science, Health and Criminal Justice.

Before her appointment as dean, Currier was promoted to associate professor and awarded tenure where she taught courses in the Criminal Justice Department and led the development of the new Bachelor of Science in Forensic Criminology degree. Before her faculty position, she was the director of the college’s Southworth Library Learning Commons.

Currier earned her undergraduate degree at SUNY Potsdam and a master’s degree from Florida State University. In 2018, she received a doctorate in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Behavioral Science from Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE&SCJ). Her research interests include correctional policy and practice, rehabilitation, domestic violence, and the criminogenic impact of trauma.

During her college tenure, she has earned numerous awards, including the 2016 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service for her work to implement technology improvements to Southworth Library. An expert in distance-learning, she was also named a 2019 Open SUNY Online Teaching Ambassador.

Halmos Faculty Co-Authors Article with Fischler Faculty

Santanu De, M.Sc., Ph.D.

Santanu De, M.Sc., Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences in the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center (HCAS), authored an article in The Quarterly Review of Distance Education with Vanaja Nethi, Ph.D., faculty in the Department of Education in the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice.  The article is entitled, Impact of Science Mobile Applications on Interest and Learning among Undergraduate Science Students.

One of the challenges facing undergraduate science programs is keeping students interested in science and minimizing attrition from their discipline. Prior research shows that showcasing real-life applicability of science is one way to keep students interested. In this exploratory study using secondary data from two undergraduate science courses, we examined the impact of science mobile apps on students’ interest and learning. The results show empirically that students think science mobile apps do help increase their interest in science. Furthermore, the ubiquitous mobile phone allows 24/7 access to these science apps, enabling enhanced learning and mastery of scientific concepts.

De’s research interests include STEM education, pedagogy, reproductive physiology, developmental biology, cell biology, and protein biology. He is a member of  the Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS), an editorial board member of several journals including The American Journal of BioScience, and faculty adviser of  NSU’s Med-ED student medical organization.

For more information about the article

Fischler Spotlights Alumnus/Marymount Athletic Director

Marymount California University (MCU) has announced Jonathan Harper, a seasoned collegiate athletics administrator, as its new athletic director. Jonathan graduated in 2003 from the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice with his master’s in education with a specialization in sports management.

Jonathan Harper

Harper joins Marymount at a pivotal time as MCU reinvigorates its athletics program after having suspended the spring season because of COVID-19 and as it make plans to become a part of Saint Leo University. Harper has a vision, the experience and the passion needed to lead the MCU athletics program in a new era, continuing its proud traditions on and off the field and driving the university to even greater accomplishments.

Harper was the former director of athletics at Newbury College in Brookline, Massachusetts, where he supervised 14 NCAA Division III sports and won three conference championships in men’s soccer and men’s and women’s track and field before the school permanently closed in 2019. While there, he led fundraising for the Chawla Fitness Center and the Connolly Family Sport Court. He also chaired the New England Collegiate Conference Athletic Directors’ Council and the NCAA Division III Membership Committee.

Before working at Newbury, Harper served as the assistant commissioner at the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (NCAA Division II) and commissioner of the Little East Conference (NCAA Division III), launching its official video stream website. Other roles include commissioner of the East Coast Conference (NCAA Division II) and associate commissioner of the Northeast-10 Conference (NCAA Division II).

Additionally, Harper has worked for media company Penn Atlantic, securing partnerships with NCAA member conferences and institutions and professional sports organizations to facilitate live internet video streaming of athletic events to broadband pay-per-view viewers.

Harper currently lives in Hermosa Beach with his wife Heather and their three children: Clayton, Skyler and Brooklyn.

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