Distinguished Speakers Series
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Thursday, February 5, 2009
Jack Kevorkian, M.D.
The Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences welcomes Jack Kevorkian, M.D., long-time advocate for a
person's "right to die." This event is free. Pick up your tickets now. More |
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Monday, February 2, 2009
"Immortality: Science Fact or Fiction"
In preparation for Jack Kevorkian's talk, faculty members from the Division of Math, Science, and Technology
will discuss current biological evidence for immortality. More |
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Tuesday, February 3, 2009
"Euthanasia and the Law"
As part of the college's Faculty Lecture Series, Jessica Garcia-Brown, J.D., assistant professor in the
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, will introduce the legal and civil ramifications behind euthanasia in
the United States. More |
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009
"In Search of the 'Funeral March' Codes"
The Division of Performing and Visual Arts will explore possible hidden themes in
Frederic Chopin’s piano work “Funeral March". More |
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009
"Euthanasia: Mercy or Murder?"
In preparation for Jack Kevorkian's talk, faculty members from the Division of Humanities will discuss
implications of euthanasia. More |
Important Dates
College Links
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences
Student Newsletter Archives
NSU Undergraduate Student Catalog
NSU Student Handbook
Office of Academic Services
Travel Study Opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities
Undergraduate Honors Program
College Administration
Don Rosenblum, Ph.D.
Dean
Naomi D'Alessio, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Jacqueline Jenkins, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Outcomes Assessment
Saul Sztam, Ed.D.
Assistant Dean for College Student Affairs
Marlisa Santos, Ph.D.
Director
Division of Humanities
Matthew He, Ph.D.
Director
Division of Math, Science, and Technology
Michael Caldwell, D.M.A.
Director
Division of Performing and Visual Arts
Michael Reiter, Ph.D.
Interim Director
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Message from The Dean
 Welcome
back to NSU and to the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. I hope you had a productive semester break and that
you are well-rested, rejuvenated, and ready for a successful winter 2009 semester.
In my message last month, I provided advice about financial aid and scholarship opportunities available to help
you achieve your degree, particularly during challenging financial times.
As the economy continues on its uncertain path, our state leaders, including governor Charlie Crist, are considering
options to address budget shortfalls including cuts to the Florida Residents Access Grants (FRAG) program, which provides
tuition assistance to full-time Florida students attending private, in-state colleges. The proposed cut would reduce
FRAG funding by as much as $48.5 million, or 50 percent, and would impact more than 2,750 undergraduate students at
NSU.
I urge everyone to generate letters and calls to the governor and state leaders to oppose these FRAG reductions.
The governor is expected to release the proposed budget in February. He needs to hear from us now, before it is too
late. You can view the college's FRAG announcement
here for more information about saving FRAG, including message points, sample letters, and details about contacting
the governor.
I'd also like to take this time to encourage you to review your financial aid plans and
to explore additional financial-aid options beyond traditional scholarship and grant programs. Work closely with your
academic advisor to insure that all costs can be covered in order to complete your academic goals. Thinking creatively
in your search for financial resources can open new doors.
Again, I'd like to welcome you back, and I wish you a successful winter 2009 semester here at NSU.
Sincerely
Don Rosenblum, Ph.D.
Dean, Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences
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Immediate Attention: This is an important reminder to undergraduate students who are eligible
to receive State of Florida financial aid funds. You must complete and submit the new NSU State Aid Application,
along with proof of your one-year Florida residency, if you have not already done so. Download
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Upcoming Events
January 9-25, 2009
The Promethean Theatre Presents A Report on the Banality of Love by Mario Diament
A passionate and complex love story based on historical accounts of the emotionally challenging and intense
love affair between two of the most remarkable minds of the 20th Century: Martin Heidegger and Hannah Arendt. More
Friday, January 16, 2009
Colloquium: "Global Hostage-Taking Research and Analysis Program: An Update”
Join the Center for Psychological Studies and the Graduate School of Humanities and Social
Sciences in welcoming Gregory Vecchi, Ph.D., unit chief of the Behavioral Science Unit at the FBI Academy in Quantico,
Virginia. More
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Auditions for Performing and Visual Arts Grant
Students pursuing a major in theatre, dance, art, music, or arts administration at NSU,
as well as students wishing to participate in the NSU Pep Band or the NSU Pro Musica Chamber Ensemble, may
audition for this grant. More
 Tuesday,
January 20, 2009
Faculty Lecture Series - Christine Jackson, Ph.D.
"Fiends and Murderers: Edgar Allan Poe's Influence on Death as Depicted in American Media"
This discussion will analyze selected motifs of villainy and murder in a few of Poe's works and will note
how his techniques for generating suspense continue to affect the portrayal of death in today's popular culture. More
 Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Information Session for BIOL 4903 - Biodiversity of Alaskan Ecosystems Travel-Study Field Course
Want to spend 11 days this summer exploring Alaska, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Denali National Park?
Please attend this event to learn more about enrolling for the summer class and also the BIOL 4900 prerequisite course. More
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Ars Flores Symphony Orchestra Presents A Salute to the Ars Flores Young Artists Competition Winners
In partnership with the college, Ars Flores will present a concert featuring and honoring six of the
future's brightest pianists and violinists as they perform their competition-winning solos with the Ars Flores Symphony
Orchestra. More
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
"Careers in Industry-Sponsored Clinical Trials" Seminar
This seminar, the first in a new series of research seminars, will feature guest speaker
Melody Sanger, M.D., from the Drug Study Institute in Jupiter, Florida. Sanger will discuss externship opportunities
for interested NSU students. More
 January 30-February 1, 2009
The Division of Performing and Visual Arts Presents Residue: A Dance Poem
Choreographed by Elana Lanczi, M.F.A.
Inspired by a personal loss, Residue: A Dance Poem examines the impact of an unexpected tragedy
and celebrates the little moments that make life worth living. More
Saturday,
January 31, 2009
Deadline to submit proposals, works, and presentations for the first Women and Human Rights
Conference. More
February 13-22, 2009
The Division of Performing and Visual Arts Presents Baby
Baby tells the story of three couples on a university campus as they deal with the painful, rewarding, and
agonizingly funny consequences of this universal experience. More
Saturday, February 14, 2009
NSU CommunityFest
Join the NSU community for a carnival-like festival around Gold Circle Lake. There's live entertainment,
food and drinks, large-scale games, activity booths, paddle boats on the lake, and much more. Best of all, it's FREE! More
 Tuesday,
February 17, 2009
Faculty Lecture Series - Jennifer Donelson, D.M.A.
"Musical Sketches of Divine Life: A Spiritual Gaze at the Incarnation and Birth of Christ by Olivier
Messiaen"
By examining and dissecting a piano work from French composer Olivier Messiaen, this lecture will explore
if music can be theological and if music can speak about non-musical things. More
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
African World Artists Collective Exhibit - Opening Celebration
Celebrate the opening of the African World Artists Exhibit with a small reception featuring vocal, theatrical,
poetic and spoken-word performances. The exhibit will be on display throughout February. More
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Marc Bamuthi Joseph - Master Class and Discussion
Joseph is a National Poetry Slam champion, Broadway veteran, GOLDIE award winner, and a featured artist on
the past two seasons of Russell Simmons' Def Poetry on HBO. This event is open to all, but seats are limited. More
Friday, February 27, 2009
Deadline to submit works for the annual Undergraduate Student Symposium. More
Prepare for the Graduate School Admissions Interview
Practice your interview skills and receive instant feedback during a 30-minute mock interview session that will
help you learn the basics of successful interviewing and master the graduate school admissions interview. Reserve
your session now by calling the Office of the Dean at (954) 262-8092 or by emailing citro@nova.edu. More
Internship Opportunities
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Summer Internship in Neural Engineering (SINE) |
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This summer internship in Chicago is designed to identify, train, and nurture the development
of students who plan on using engineering applications to study neurological disorders. Applications are due by
January 31, 2009. More
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Spend the Summer in Washington, D.C. |
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The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars is still accepting applications for a variety
of summer internship programs located in Washington, D.C. Early application deadline is February 2, 2009. More |
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