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2009
Nova Southeastern University
Undergraduate Commencement Exercises
Saturday, May 9, 2009
11:00 a.m.
BankAtlantic Center, Sunrise
Important Reminder for Graduating Seniors:
Congratulations NSU graduates! Come celebrate
your success by graduating in front of family and friends at NSU’s
2009 Undergraduate Commencement Exercises.
The deadline to participate is fast
approaching. All graduating seniors planning to take part in the ceremonies
are reminded to turn in their Commencement Participation Form to the Registrar’s Office now. Don’t
forget to complete both parts of the form and to also submit payment to
cover your cap and gown expenses.
The Registrar’s Office is located in the Horvitz Building on NSU’s main campus.
3301 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314.
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this memorable event.
For more information, visit www.undergrad.nova.edu/commencement. |
Important News
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Beginning in the fall 2009 semester, Nova Southeastern University will
provide students with an extra five minutes of time by implementing 15-minute
breaks between undergraduate classes. |
Important Dates
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Monday, May 4: Summer 2009 Classes Begin |
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Saturday, May 9: 2009 Undergraduate Commencement Exercises |
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Sunday, May 10: Last Day to Add Classes
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Monday, May 25: Memorial Day
(University Closed)
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Sunday, June 7: Last Day to Withdraw
(Seven-Week Classes)
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Sunday, June 21: Last Day to Withdraw
(12-Week Classes)
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College Administration
Don Rosenblum, Ph.D.
Dean
Naomi D'Alessio, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Eddie Dominguez, M.B.A.
Assistant Dean for College Operations
Jacqueline Jenkins, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Outcomes Assessment
Saul Sztam, Ed.D.
Assistant Dean for College Student Affairs
Michael Caldwell, D.M.A.
Director
Division of Performing and Visual Arts
Matthew He, Ph.D.
Director
Division of Math, Science, and Technology
Michael Reiter, Ph.D.
Interim Director
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Marlisa Santos, Ph.D.
Director
Division of Humanities
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Message from the Dean
Dear Students,
Winter semester always seems to go faster than fall semester; it is hard to believe that we are quickly approaching
the end of the winter 2009 semester. Prepare well for your exams, consulting with faculty for guidance.
To our graduating seniors, I encourage you to take part in your commencement celebration
on May 9. Your dedication and studies culminate with this day that you will remember for years to come. Along with
all of your faculty, I look forward to seeing you cross the stage.
Returning students: I wish you a productive and enjoyable summer, and I encourage you
to take advantage of the valuable opportunities available to you. Perhaps you plan on enrolling in classes this summer,
participating in a Travel Study Program or internship, or working a part-time job. Summer is a great time for rejuvenation,
and it also is a great time to test and expand your knowledge, skills, and education.
Best wishes for an invigorating summer and a productive future!
Sincerely,
Don Rosenblum, Ph.D.
Dean, Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences
Congratulations to the 2009 NSU Outstanding Graduating Students
Each spring, Nova Southeastern University conducts commencement exercises recognizing the achievements of students
and the contributions of faculty, families, and the community. Congratulations to the following Outstanding Graduating
Students from the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences for their outstanding accomplishments and deserved recognition:
- Jessica Blanco, Division of Math, Science, and Technology
- Harold “Dan” Madden, Division of Math, Science, and Technology
- Briana M. O’Dowd, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Rosa M. Santos, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Natalie A. Solomon, Division of Performing and Visual Arts
- Liana Zainurin, Division of Humanities
In addition, NSU awards the James Farquhar Award to recognize a student’s all-around achievement in scholarship,
service, and leadership. A selection committee comprised of faculty and a student affairs professional staff member
reviews nominations for the James Farquhar Award.
2008–2009 James Farquhar Award Recipient:
- Hayley Christy Oligane, Division of Math, Science, and Technology
Congratulations to the 2009 Student Commencement Speaker, Briana M. O’Dowd, from the college's
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, who was selected from this year's group of NSU's Outstanding Graduating
Students. Briana will address attendees of the commencement exercises on May 9, at the BankAtlantic
Center in Sunrise.
Announcing the 2009 Commencement Faculty Marshals
The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce the faculty marshals for the 2009 NSU Undergraduate
Commencement Exercises. Congratulations to the following faculty members selected to represent the college:
- Bill Adams, D.M.A., assistant professor in the Division of Performing and Visual Arts
- Mark Duncan, M.F.A., coordinator of performing arts and assistant professor in the Division of
Performing and Visual Arts
- Suzanne Ferriss, Ph.D., professor in the Division of Humanities
- Jessica Garcia-Brown, J.D., LL.M., interim assistant director, coordinator of paralegal studies,
and assistant professor in the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Emily Schmitt, Ph.D., coordinator of biology science and associate professor in the Division of
Math, Science, and Technology
- Robin Sherman, Ph.D., associate director and associate professor in the Division of Math, Science,
and Technology
- Weylin Sternglanz, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Lynn Wolf, Ph.D., associate professor in the Division of Humanities
Upcoming Events
April 17-26, 2009
Dead Man Walking
(Select Dates) 7:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m.
Don Taft University Center, Performance Theatre
The Division of Performing and Visual Arts will present the story of Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ, adapted for
the stage and the screen by writer and director Tim Robbins. In 1981, Sister Helen became pen pals with convicted
murderer Patrick Sonnier, who was sentenced to death in Louisiana. The enlightening experience led Sister Helen to
become an activist in the fight to abolish the death penalty in the United States.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Ars Flores Symphony Orchestra presents Musica
Camera!
6:30 p.m. (Talk) | 7:30 (Performance)
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
In partnership with the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, the Ars Flores Principals Chamber Music
presents a concert embracing a sweep of European and regional cultures. The concert will
include a wind ensemble, string ensemble, and a jam session. The event will also feature
a talk by the college's Bill Adams, D.M.A., and the "Music
for Munchkins" event for children and their families, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the Miniaci Performing Arts
Center.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Faculty Lecture Series - Mark Cavanaugh,
Ph.D.
"Irdische Leben/Himmlische
Leben: Life and Death in the Music of Gustav Mahler"
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Don Taft University Center, Room 309
The existential symphonies of Gustav Mahler explore his deepest concerns with his own
mortality and the meaning of life. Late in life, Mahler consulted Sigmund Freud as a result
of a severe marital crisis. This presentation, the final of the college's 2008-2009 Faculty
Lecture Series, will investigate the relationship of that brief episode of psychoanalysis to the psychology of Mahler's
music and also may include a brief performance of one of Mahler's songs.
May 16-31, 2009
The Promethean Theatre (TPT) presents Dumb Show
8:00 p.m. (Fridays and Saturdays) | 3:00 p.m. (Saturdays and Sundays)
Mailman-Hollywood Building, Second-Floor Auditorium
Dumb Show is a searing account of tabloid journalism, the value of fame, and the overstepping of personal
boundaries in the world of celebrity worship and gossip mongers. The cast features Carbonell
Award-winning actor Gregg Weiner, David Sirois, and Deborah L. Sherman, TPT’s co-founder and producing artistic director.
Student Volunteers Needed
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Second-Annual Interdisciplinary Geriatrics Symposium: “Addressing the Clinical Challenges of Elder Care” |
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The college invites students to volunteer their time and service at the second-annual Interdisciplinary
Geriatrics Symposium on April 25 and 26, 2009. Student volunteers are needed to run registration and operations
during the two-day conference to be held at NSU. All students who assist are eligible to sit in on all of the lectures
and other activities at this symposium. For more information or to sign up, please contact Mark Jaffe, D.P.M.,
assistant professor in the college's Division of Math, Science, and Technology, at mjaffe@nova.edu or
(954) 262-8083.
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Fourth-Annual Boomers and Beyond Health Fair |
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The college also invites students to volunteer their time and service at the fourth-annual Boomers and Beyond
Health Fair, taking place at NSU on Sunday, April 26, 2009. Student volunteers are needed to run registration,
provide translators at the booths, and serve food and beverages. All students who volunteer will receive a T-shirt,
food and beverage, ProjectServe hours for their clubs, and the opportunity to network with many graduate students,
clinicians, faculty, and staff from the Health Professions Division, as well as other graduate programs here at
NSU. For more information or to sign up, please contact Mark Jaffe, D.P.M., assistant professor in the college's
Division of Math, Science, and Technology, at mjaffe@nova.edu or (954) 262-8083.
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Scholarship Opportunities
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Rotary's
Ambassadorial Scholarship Program |
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Ambassadorial scholarships, offered through your local Rotary club, provide students the opportunity to study
in one of the almost 200 countries and geographical regions where Rotary clubs are active. The purpose of the program
is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries and geographical
areas. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students. For more information,
please visit the Rotary
Ambassadorial Scholarship Program Web site. |
Internship Opportunities
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