2014–2015
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Nova Southeastern Guide
Comprehensive advice and information for student success
Welcome to Nova Southeastern University
NSU History
Traditions & Events
Benefits of Involvement
College of Undergraduate Studies
Student Rights and Responsibilities
NSU Fort Lauderdale Campus Map
Alvin Sherman Library
NSU Bookstore
NSU Health and Wellness
Residential Life & Housing
NOVALERT: NSU Public Safety
Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA)
Academic Calendar
Parent Family Alliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Nova Southeastern Area Resources
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WELCOME
to
Dear Parents,
Welcome to NSU and our beautiful 300acre campus. We consider it an honor that
you would entrust the education of your
student to us. Moreover, we look forward
to creating a firm and lasting relationship
with you as well.
Nova Southeastern
University
Nova Southeastern University is
celebrating 50 years of educational
excellence this year. As the 9th largest
private university in the United States with
over 25,000 students, your student will
benefit from NSU’s ‘big school resources’
and ‘small school intimacy’. The ability
to continue with personal ‘one on one’
relationships has been a key factor in
NSU’s rapid growth.
But YOU have provided us with NSU’s
most valuable resource, our students!
Mrs. Williams and I have put three children
through college. We know the feeling
of being ‘college parents’ and how a
university can seem like a very big place
to navigate when one is trying to help
their child. Therefore, I want to personally
provide my email (bradwill@nova.edu) and
my direct phone number, (954) 262-7282.
If I may be of any service, please do not
hesitate to contact me directly.
In the meantime I know that this handbook
will provide you with information that you
find helpful and timely. Please let us know
if we can be of further assistance to you or
your student while at NSU.
GO Sharks!
Dr. Brad Williams
Vice-President of Student Affairs
Dean of the College of Undergraduate
Studies
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NSU History
While Nova University continued
to expand its educational reach,
Southeastern University of the Health
Sciences also was on an expansion
course. Osteopathic physicians committed
to establishing a College of Osteopathic
Medicine in the Southeast created
Southeastern. As a result, Southeastern
College of Osteopathic Medicine, as it was
first known, opened in 1981.
During the ten-year span that followed
(1987–1997), Southeastern added colleges
of Pharmacy, Optometry, Allied Health,
Medical Sciences, and Dental Medicine.
In 1994, Nova University merged with
Southeastern University of Health
Sciences to form Nova Southeastern
University.
So what exactly is NSU? We’re a small,
nurturing, private, undergraduate
college. We’re an exciting, multifaceted
university. We’re young and agile,
Celebrating 50 Years of
Excellence
Nova Southeastern University is
the nation’s ninth largest, not-forprofit, independent university, with
approximately 27,000 students enrolled
in the fall of 2012; a sprawling, 300-acre
Fort Lauderdale-Davie campus; and a
presence in fifteen countries around the
world. Through five decades of explosive
growth, our reputation for academic
excellence and innovation continues to
flourish.
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fearless and forward thinking. And we’re
traditional. NSU doesn’t fit easily within a
standardized niche, because neither do
you.
“Through five
decades of
explosive growth,
our reputation
for academic
excellence and
innovation
continues to
flourish.”
In 1964, what was then called Nova
University of Advanced Technology was
chartered as a graduate institution in the
physical and social sciences. Over time,
Nova added programs in law, education,
business, psychology, computer science,
and oceanography, and, in 1972,
introduced its first off-campus course of
study, in education. Soon, Nova became
nationally recognized for its innovative
distance learning programs. Today, fieldbased programs are located throughout
Florida, in 15 states, and at selected
international sites.
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Water Works
Traditions
& Events
September 5, 2014
Your students will join classmates for one
wet and wild evening of music, suds and
fun at the Alvin Sherman Library Quad.
Homecoming Week
NSU is a campus rich with
traditional events that make
campus life exciting for your
student. We encourage your
student to participate in the
many events or even get
involved by assisting in the
planning of one of the events to
make his or her NSU experience
unforgettable!
November 8–November 15, 2014
Homecoming Week is our annual
weeklong celebration focused on our
great athletic teams. Several annual
events are held including the raft races,
Flight Deck Follies, and the Chancellor’s
Tail Gate.
Anything that Floats Raft Race
Homecoming Week
NSU’s Gold Circle Lake is teeming with
Shark Pride as students take to the water
aboard homemade rafts. This surefire,
crowd-pleasing event is one of the
highlights of Homecoming Week at NSU.
The question is: Can six plastic buckets
duct-taped to plywood really float? See for
yourself… sink or sail, it’s all part of the fun!
Convocation
August 22, 2014
Convocation is an event that celebrates
the start of the new academic year for all
incoming students.
Grand Orientation
Block Painting Party
August 21–August 23, 2014
Orientation is the perfect way for your
student to get to know their new NSU
community. These days are filled with
academic, leadership, and social activities
to familiarize them with the campus. There
will be plenty of time for fun and meeting
fellow classmates too.
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Week of Welcome
Sharkapalooza
August 23–September 5, 2014
August 29, 2014
Held the first two weeks of the Fall term,
NSU’s Week of Welcome (WOW) are
fun-filled and jam packed with daily (and
nightly) events and programs to hype
students up and kick start the academic
year! Sharkapalooza anchors the first
week with a club fair, food and prizes.
Nova Southeastern University
Sharkapalooza is our biggest fall kickoff
event to welcome back our students!
This event includes live performances, a
club fair, and an after party — all of which
are hosted at NSU’s Don Taft University
Center.
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Homecoming Week
Student organizations are invited to
paint the sidewalk strip from the Don Taft
University Center to the Parker Building to
show school spirit. Recently, we expanded
to include the sidewalk from the Alvin
Sherman Library to the Parker Building,
due to an increase in the number of
student organizations on campus.
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Student Employment Fair
August 27, 2014
During the Week of Welcome events, the
student employment job fair will be held
in the Don Taft University Center. More
than 25 different offices throughout the
university will be hiring for both federal
work-study and student employment
positions. All students are welcome.
CommunityFest
February 7, 2015
NSU’s Community Fest is an annual
festival that celebrates and connects NSU
students, employees and their families
in a carnival-like atmosphere around the
Gold Circle Lake. It’s a student-initiated
NSU tradition that has proven to be one
of the most popular events on campus
each year. Fun-filled activities, music,
entertainment, free food, and giveaways
— along with generous support from local
vendors and the university — all help build
our Shark Pride.
The Student Life
Achievement Awards
April 2015
Excellence; Student Centered; Integrity;
Innovation; Opportunity; Scholarship and
Research; Diversity; Community. Students,
faculty and staff are nominated by their
peers and recognized for their excellence
and their exemplary contribution to the
NSU family.
The Flight Deck
The Flight Deck, located on the first floor
at the north entrance of NSU’s Don Taft
University Center, is a popular place on
campus where students can meet, greet,
and grab a drink. The name, “Flight Deck”
originates from the fact that the land, now
occupied by NSU, was previously the site
of a Navy air base during World War II. The
name is also especially fitting since NSU
falls directly under the flight path for the
Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
SEA Thursday
Every other Thursday
Filling the spine of the Don Taft University
Center, SEA Thursday is a bi-weekly
event hosted by the Student Events
and Activities Board where different
organizations host an activity where they
can enjoy free food, drinks, information
and fun.
The Student Life Achievement Awards
— affectionately known at NSU as the
“STUEYS” — is an annual celebration
of the university’s best in Academic
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Benefits of
Involvement
Studies prove that students who
are involved and engaged on
their college campus are more
likely to persist and succeed
throughout their undergraduate
career. Your student has
abundant opportunities to make
connections within the NSU
campus and community. These
experiences will connect your
student to NSU and allow them
to discover their passions and
strengths that will ultimately
benefit their career path.
NSU has over 100+ organizations that
your student can join. There is something
for everyone and if your student would
like to create their own organization they
absolutely can!
Your student can contact the Office of
Student Activities and/or Office of Student
Leadership and Civic Engagement to learn
more about involvement opportunities and
leadership development.
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Office of Student Activities
Location – Don Taft UniversityCenter,
1st Floor
Office – (954) 262-7288
www.nova.edu/studentactivities
Office of Student Leadership
and Civic Engagement
Location – Rosenthal Building, 2nd Floor
Office – (954) 262-7195
www.nova.edu/studentleadership
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College of
Undergraduate Studies
These meetings will help your student to:
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Learn the academic programs of
interest, including prerequisites
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Develop an educational plan to
complete degree requirements
Create a course schedule
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Use the online registration system
to register for classes
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Identify and overcome academic
and personal obstacles
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Make academic and professional
decisions
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Set academic, personal, and
professional goals
Academic Success Coaches meet oneon-one with students to build rapport,
educate them about university-wide
resources and develop personal plans to
facilitate student success. This program is
open to all undergraduate students.
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Locate information and other
available resources
Academically Challenged Outreach
Academic Advising Center
www.nova.edu/ugadvising
(954) 262-7990
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Academic Advising Center
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Office of Undergraduate Student
Success
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Tutoring and Testing Center
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Office of Career Development
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Office of Orientation and
Commuter Involvement
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Office of Student
Communication and Support
Academic Advising Center
NSU provides confidential academic and
developmental advising to ensure that
students receive the individual attention
they need to succeed. Your student’s
academic advisor can provide support,
direction, and resources to address many
of the challenges and questions the
college experience often presents.
The Office of Undergraduate Student
Success (OUSS) provides your student
with supplementary resources focused on
increasing academic success.
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To make an appointment with his or her
academic advisor, your student may
contact one of the following that fits their
academic program.
The College of
Undergraduate Studies is
comprised of the following
offices:
Office of Undergraduate
Student Success
College of Health Care Sciences
www.nova.edu/chcs
(954) 262-1101
Academic Success Coaching
The purpose of this program is to provide
students who are on academic probation
with an intensive case management
approach facilitated by meeting one-onone with an academic success coach.
Success Portal
Facing challenges at NSU? Students can
submit a request for assistance through
the Success Portal. OUSS will assist the
students by connecting them to oncampus resources, thereby increasing
their likelihood of success at NSU.
College of Nursing
www.nova.edu/nursing
(954) 262-1977
We recommend that you encourage your
student to make appointments with his or
her academic advisor on a regular basis.
Appointments are encouraged before
entering a program, changing his or her
specialization or concentration, registering
for classes, requesting transfer of credits,
or attempting to meet specific renewal or
certification requirements.
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Tools for Success Workshops
Tools for Success is a series of workshops
designed to assist students in adapting
to university life and ultimately achieving
degree completion.
Early Alert System
This program is designed for faculty to
identify and refer students who are not
attending class on a regular basis or
are experiencing difficulties that might
impact their academic performance in a
negative manner. In turn, students who are
referred receive outreach from the Office
of Undergraduate Student Success and
various student support offices.
Undergraduate Student Success Fair
The purpose of this annual event is for
undergraduate students to interact in a fun
and exciting manner with representatives
from numerous student support offices
while learning information to assist in
academic success and degree completion.
Tutoring and Testing Center
Staff at the Tutoring and Testing Center
(TTC) are eager to assist your student
with their academic journey at NSU. Let
us show you all we have to offer your
students.
Tutoring Services
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TTC offers one-on-one, 45-minute
tutoring sessions
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Writing tutors offer assistance for
all stages of the writing process
— brainstorming/research/
organization/revision
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Math and science tutors clarify
questions, attempted assignments,
and/or concepts
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TTC employs both professional and
peer tutors
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Peer tutors are current students
who really understand the student
experience at NSU, have excelled
in the courses they tutor, and can
share their tips for success!
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The tutor training program is
certified by the College Reading
and Learning Association (CRLA)
www.nova.edu/yoursuccess
(954) 262-8386
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Tutoring services are supplemental
and do not replace classroom
instruction
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Appointments are strongly
recommended, but walk-ins are
welcome
Testing Services
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NSU challenge/placement exams:
math, composition, Tech 1110,
Spanish
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Fee-based exams for college credit:
CLEP, DSST, NYU
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Faculty-approved make-up exams
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Testing accommodations for
students with documented
disabilities
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Quiet/professionally monitored
environment; most exams require a
referral
Here are some things to consider as your
student starts exploring:
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Join clubs and organizations
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Read or talk to people about
different occupations
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Make an appointment with a Career
Advisor
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Make school a priority
www.nova.edu/career
(954) 262-7201
www.nova.edu/tutoring-testing
(954) 262-8350 – Tutoring
(954) 262-8374 – Testing
Office of Career Development
Career Development provides a
supportive environment for NSU students
and alumni to engage in individualized
career exploration and planning that
complement their academic experience
and supports their professional goals.
Is your student considering possible
careers or majors? Perhaps an internship,
but is not sure of how to get there? Want to
know what they can do now to prepare for
graduate school or their first job? Career
Development can help with major and
career exploration, resume, interviewing
and internship search guidance, career
fairs, and much more!
Student Resources
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Reference library of solution
manuals for math and science
courses
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Writing and study skills handouts;
APA and MLA Publication guidelines
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Quiet study area/mini computer lab;
study rooms for individual/small
group work
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Professional staff can assist with
individualized math and science
success strategies
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in various locations at the Fort
Lauderdale-Davie campus during
the first week of the new school
year.
Office of Orientation and
Commuter Involvement
By connecting our students to educational
and social programming, involvement
opportunities and university resources,
the Office of Orientation and Commuter
Involvement strives to welcome, prepare,
and support the transition of new
students and their families into the Nova
Southeastern University community.
Our programs include:
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Grand Orientation – Orientation for
students on campus.
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Online Orientation – This is
orientation for students taking
undergraduate courses exclusively
online.
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Peer Leaders for Undergraduate
Success (PLUS) – Peer Leaders are
assigned to new students to provide
support during a student’s first year
at NSU through outreach efforts and
programming initiatives to promote
student success.
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Shark Camp – An annual offcampus, overnight retreat
held during the summer as an
opportunity for new students to get
a jumpstart on building community
with their fellow sharks.
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Serve Our Sharks (SOS) – The
orientation team continues to
provide guidance to new students
by hosting information booths
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Commuter Student Organization
(CSO) – The official voice of
commuter students that assists with
their adjustment to the university
environment and serves as an
informational source to those who
do not live on campus.
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Tau Sigma – an academic honor
society designed specifically
to “recognize and promote
the academic excellence and
involvement of transfer students.”
Student Rights and
Responsibilities
www.nova.edu/studentorientation
(954) 262-8050
It is recommended that you
and your student become
familiar with 2014-2015 Student
Handbook and Undergraduate
Catalog.
The NSU Student Handbook promotes
high standards of behavior and
academic integrity by setting forth
the responsibilities of the students as
members of the university community.
The NSU Undergraduate Student
Catalog is a resource for information
about academic program and curriculum
requirements, academic policies,
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procedures for resolving academic
and administrative grievances, course
descriptions, and other information
relevant to your student’s undergraduate
career at NSU.
You can view an electronic copy of the
2014–2015 Student Handbook and
Undergraduate Catalog at:
http://www.nova.edu/studentaffairs/forms/
studenthandbook_2014-15.pdf
http://nova.edu/undergraduate/catalog/
forms/undergraduate_catalog_2014-15.
pdf
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Campus Map Key
Campus Map Key
NSU Fort Lauderdale
Campus Map
A.D. Griffin Sports Complex with Lighted Softball
Fields
Administrative Services Building
Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information
Technology Center
Athletics Building
Campus Support Building
Carl DeSantis Building
Cultural Living Center (Residence Hall)
Don Taft University Center
Farquhar Residence Hall
Founders Residence Hall
Health Professions Division (HPD):
HPD Assembly Building
HPD Assembly Building II
Student Dental Clinic
HPD Library/Laboratory Building
Stanford L. Ziff Health Care Center
Terry Administration Building
Horvitz Administration Building
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Soccer Complex
Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village
Leo Goodwin Sr. Hall
Leo Goodwin Sr. Residence Hall
Public Library and Student Main Parking Garage
Mailman-Hollywood Building
Maltz Psychology Building
Miami Dolphins Training Facility
Parker Building
Rosenthal Student Center
Student Affairs Building
The Commons Residence Hall
University Park Plaza
Aquatics Center
University School—Epstein Center for the Arts
University School—Noel P. Brown Sports Center
University School—Lower
University School—Middle (Dauer Building)
University School—Upper (Sonken Building)
3Vettel Residence Hall
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Alvin Sherman Library
NSU Bookstore
The NSU Bookstore is your student’s official campus
bookstore.
All students are encouraged to purchase their books prior to the start of their
classes. Students can access their schedule and purchase their required
textbooks through NSU Sharklink on the ‘Student’ tab, under the ‘Records &
Academics’ channel, and by clicking on the Course Information link.
Learn about the NSU’s Bookstore Advance Purchase Program (BAPP) at
www.nova.edu/financialaid/apply-for-aid/bapp/faq.html.
Visit the NSU bookstore to pick up your textbooks and Shark Pride gear.
nsubooks.bncollege.com
(800) 509-2665
The Alvin Sherman Library,
Research, and Information
Technology Center is one of the
largest library buildings in the
state of Florida.
The library offers traditional as well as
virtual library services. Librarians work
with NSU students online, by phone,
or in person to help them learn to do
research. ASL and its librarians are a great
asset to a student’s ongoing research
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needs. Standing five stories high, with
Wi-Fi throughout the building, the library
boasts 22 study rooms, 1,000 user seats,
a gallery, and a café. In this friendly, hightech environment, your student will find
professional library staff attuned to their
needs and ready to help them succeed
at NSU. Log on to the website below for
more information.
www.nova.edu/library/main
(954) 262-4613
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NSU Health and Wellness
These services are affordable, and
in many cases cost far below what is
available in the community.
Services include: Medical, Dentistry,
Optometry, Pharmacy and more. For a
complete list of our services or more
information you can call (954) NSU-CARE
(678-2273) or visit our website at
www.nova.edu/healthcare.
The Student Medical Center located
in the Sanford Ziff Health Care Center
is open Monday through Friday and is
available to meet your students’ medical
health care needs. Full medical services
are also available to students through
our health care center. There is a charge
for these services; however, insurance is
accepted. The University’s policy waives
co-payments and deductibles for covered
students.
NSU is committed to educate,
support, and empower your
student and assist them in
making healthy lifestyle choices
and encourage them to take a
pro-active approach to personal
well-being.
Your student will have access
to a variety of services while
they are pursuing their
undergraduate degree, such as:
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Student Health Insurance
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Sanford L. Ziff Health Care Center
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Henderson Student Counseling
Center
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NSU RecPlex
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Chartwell’s Dining Services
Student Health Insurance
Nova Southeastern University students
are required to maintain adequate
health insurance. In addition, Federal
Visa regulations require international
J-1 students and their J-2 dependents
to maintain adequate health insurance
throughout their stay in the United States.
Information about the NSU student
insurance policy can be obtained by
accessing the website at www.nova.edu/
studentinsurance.
Students will automatically be enrolled
and see a charge for health insurance
appear on their student account.
Students who already have health
insurance coverage and do not need
the NSU-endorsed insurance plan must
opt out each year. The charges will be
removed from your account once proof of
comparable coverage has been submitted
and approved. To do this, please complete
an online waiver at www.nova.edu/
insurancewaiver.
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Students who have health care
coverage from commercial carriers or
the marketplace health care exchanges
from other states should check to verify
comprehensive health care coverage in
the regions of Florida where you will be
attending classes or practicum rotations.
Students who fail to complete the waiver
form and provide proof of comparable
health insurance coverage by the stated
deadline will not be eligible to have
charges removed and will continue to be
enrolled in the NSU student insurance
plan endorsed by NSU. Waivers must be
completed every academic year in the fall
by July 15th.
Sanford L. Ziff Health Care Center
Welcome to the Nova Southeastern
University family from the Division of
Clinical Operations. We would like to
familiarize you with the health care
services available to your student through
our 10 clinical colleges and programs.
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NSU RecPlex
Within the NSU Don Taft University Center
your student will find our state-of-theart, RecPlex. Within this 110,000 square
foot facility you will find the following
amenities, programs, and services:
We hope your students’ college
experience is both enjoyable, rewarding
and meets all your and your student’s
expectations.
www.nova.edu/smc
(954) 262-1262
Henderson Student Counseling Center
College is an exciting, transformative
time…but along with these changes often
come a variety of challenges and concerns
that are new to many students. Stress,
anxiety, and a range of other emotions
are normal reactions to the demanding
programs and college life. Sometimes,
these emotions become difficult to deal
with alone, and it is often helpful to talk to
someone or to reach out and ask for help.
Student counseling provides the
opportunity for students to benefit
from working on personal issues with
experienced professionals.
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The counseling relationship is objective,
non-judgmental, and understanding. Most
importantly, the counseling relationship
is strictly confidential. Nova Southeastern
University students are afforded the
opportunity to express their emotions in
an uninhibited environment.
The counseling center is staffed by
licensed mental health professionals, a
licensed psychologist and a psychiatrist.
The recreational complex is available for
use seven days per week for more than
100 hours of recreational fun and fitness!
Please visit our website and become
familiar with the activities your student can
take part in.
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State of the art Fitness Center
furnished by Life Fitness
www.rec.nova.edu
(954) 262-7301
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98 pieces of Cardiovascular
Equipment/84 pieces of Strength
Equipment
Chartwell’s Dining Services
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Two-court multipurpose gym for
basketball, volleyball, and special
events
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Comprehensive group exercise
schedule to include yoga, pilates,
and spinning
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Three multipurpose studios
to house group exercise and
instructional programs
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Three indoor Racquetball courts;
one convertible Squash court
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Outdoor swimming pool (heated for
the winter months!)
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Indoor two-story rock climbing wall
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Personal Training
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Individual saunas for women and
men
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Equipment checkout and rental
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Guest passes
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Men’s and Women’s lockers and
showers
NSU offers a variety of dining options for
your student. You’ve nurtured, taught, fed,
and taken care of them their entire lives
and at this exciting, yet frightening time,
we understand that you want to be sure
your student is well taken care of.
Our goal at Shark Dining is to help your
student understand and make the right
dining choices by offering a variety of
options and dining styles from which to
choose. While we may never completely
replace Mom’s cooking, we offer a
selection of both comfort foods and
authentic cultural cuisine to satisfy and
expand your student’s palette.
You can also add money to your students
SharkCard from home. Follow this link
www.sharkfunds.nova.edu/PaymentStart.
aspx?type=shark and you will be able to
make a payment online and upload money
onto your students account for a meal
plan.
www.dineoncampus.com/nova
(954) 262-5394
NSU part-time and full-time students can
participate in up to 10 sessions per year
from the date of their first appointment per
academic year.
To make an appointment with Student
Counseling Services, students can call
(954) 424-6911, or simply walk in.
www.hendersonbh.org/
studentcounseling-3.php
(954) 424-6911
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Residential
Life & Housing
Benefits to Students Living on Campus
•
Greater participation in campus
activities
•
More interaction with college
professors and students
•
Significant improvement in selfreliance, cultural awareness and
social issues
•
Overall, higher student satisfaction
Your Student’s Security in our Halls
•
Living on campus is part of the
full college experience! Our
staff is committed to making a
living-learning center for our oncampus community. By planning
programs, activities of interest,
and by advising and counseling,
we intend to assist your student
in their personal growth.
Undergraduate Residence Halls
Available to Your Student
•
Goodwin Residence Hall (first year
students, 0–30 credits, traditional
style living)
•
The Commons (first year student
leaders, 0–30 credits and
upperclassmen, 31–120 credits,
suite style)
•
Founders, Farquhar, Vettel and the
Cultural Living Center Apartments
(juniors and seniors with 60–120
credits, apartment style)
Who Must Live On Campus
Nova Southeastern University requires all
undergraduate day students with 0–48
credit hours to live on-campus unless one
or more of the following criteria applies:
•
You are married;
•
You reside with a parent or legal
guardian within the tri-county area
(Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach);
•
You are a veteran or active United
States military personnel
If you meet one of the above criteria, and
choose on-campus housing, you must
honor the entire term of the housing
contract. If you are over the age of 25 or
married, you have the option to move into
the apartments depending on availability
or live off-campus.
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Goodwin Residence Hall is
equipped with a 24-hour security
desk, card access to the parking lot
and building, and security cameras
in the lobby, laundry room, and
elevator.
•
The Commons is equipped with
a 24-hour security desk, card
access to the parking lot, building
and rooms, and security cameras
throughout the building.
•
Founders, Farquhar, Vettel and the
Cultural Living Center Apartments
have card access to the building
and key access to the rooms,
security cameras, and card access
to the parking lot.
To apply for on-campus housing please
visit www.nova.edu/reslife and click on
“Apply for housing” located on the left side
of the website. If you have any questions
please contact our office at (954) 262-7052
or via email at reslife@nova.edu.
www.nova.edu/reslife
(954) 262-7052
Services Offered to Your Student
•
Free Unlimited Laundry and
Laundry View
•
Wireless Internet
•
Residential Student Association
(residential student governing
board)
•
Counselor-in-Residence accessible
to students 24/7
•
Conflict Coaching
•
Mediation Services
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NOVALERT:
NSU Public Safety
The safety and well-being of
every student, employee and
visitor, is our highest priority.
We do everything in our power
to provide your student safety
through a carefully designed
security network.
Our mission is to ensure a safe and secure
environment providing for continued
excellence in learning, teaching and
service to all members of the NSU
community. Shark Watch utilizes the eyes
and ears of the entire NSU community to
immediately report all suspicious activity
to NOVALERT at (954) 262-8999. The
NSU Campus Safety and Traffic Handbook
includes safety tips, as does the NOVALERT
website, www.nova.edu/publicsafety, and
numerous safety information sessions that
begin at new student orientation.
The Office of Public Safety is proud to
utilize the newest technologies and
systems to keep NSU a safe place for
everyone.
www.nova.edu/publicsafety
(954) 262-8999
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Office of Student
Financial Assistance
Nova Southeastern University students
are encouraged to report to the police
(9-911 on campus and 911 off campus),
public safety (extension 28999 on campus
and (954) 262-8999 off campus), and a
university administrator all occurrences of
sexual assault.
All allegations of sexual misconduct and
harassment of or by a student should
be reported to the university Title IX
Coordinator, Dr. Gay Holliday, Associate
Dean of Student Affairs.
(954) 262-7281
Email: gayhol@nova.edu
All reports of allegations of sexual
misconduct and harassment of or by an
employee, vendor, or client should be
reported to Robert Pietrykowski, Vice
President of Human Resources.
(954) 262-7893
Email: rpietrykowski@nova.edu
For additional information refer to the
2014–2015 Student Handbook.
http://www.nova.edu/studentaffairs/forms/
studenthandbook_2014-15.pdf
Nova Southeastern University
(OSFA)
Going to college can be
both exciting and financially
challenging. The OSFA is
dedicated to helping you and
your student make smart
financial choices while they are
in college. Becoming familiar
with the OSFA Web site will help
you to learn about eligibility;
timelines and processes in
applying for financial aid;
and the various grant, loan,
employment, scholarship, and
veteran benefits programs
available.
Although, we encourage your student
to take ownership of their financial aid
account, there may be times when you
may want to discuss your student’s
account. However, in accordance with the
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
www.universityparent.com/nsu
(FERPA), the university is not permitted to
release any confidential information to you
in person or over the phone without your
student’s written consent.
In order to provide that information to you,
we encourage your student to complete
an Authorization for Release of Information
form. This allows your student to grant you
access to academic, financial aid, student
account, disability related, and disciplinary
related information. It is available on the
registrar’s Web site at:
www.nova.edu/registrar/forms/release_
of_information.pdf
Visit the OSFA page, where you will also
find resources for financial aid forms,
newsletters with updated announcements,
budgeting tips, debt management
information, a net price calculator, and
so much more. Please bookmark this
important Web site for frequent use:
www.nova.edu/financialaid
(954) 262-3380
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Academic Calendar
Parent Family Alliance
Fall 2014
August 22
Convocation
August 25
Classes Begin
September 1
Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
September 29
Priority Registration
November 26–28
Thanksgiving Break
December 6
Last Day of Classes
December 8–13
Final Examination Period
December 14–January 4
Winter Break
Spring 2014
January 5
Classes Begin
January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes)
March 2–8
Spring Break
March 16
Priority Registration
April 25
Last Day of Classes
April 27–May 2
Final Examination Period
May 9
Commencement
Your student is embarking on
the next phase of their transition
to adulthood. While there are
many similarities to their earliest
educational experiences, there
are also many differences.
Colleges expect students to
be independent and make
responsible decisions in order to
be successful.
We have created the Parent and Family
Alliance to help keep you connected
to NSU and informed on the many
opportunities available to your student.
Your guidance and coaching is important
in helping your student maximize their
college experience.
Please visit our webpage for more
information. You can also sign up for the
UniversityParent eNews (see p. 39) for
general information about freshman year.
www.nova.edu/studentorientation/
family.html
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Q
Where can I get information in case of severe weather
or emergency?
A
Should the NSU website (www.nova.edu) become unavailable due to
a hurricane, an alternate informational website will become available
at blackout.nova.edu. In case of an emergency please log on to
www.nova.edu/emergency. Please bookmark these links in the event you
may need them.
Q
How do I send a care package to my student?
You can send your student a package through any desired carrier. You
will simply write the address below:
A
Student’s Name
3625 College Avenue
[Insert Building Name and Box Number Here]
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
You can also send care packages through www.universityparent.com/
nova-southeastern-university/guide/care-packages.
Q
What is FERPA? And can I call offices on behalf of my
student?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. §
1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of
student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive
funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
A
Ask you student to fill out a Release of Information Form located on
the site below. This is the only way you will be able to speak to NSU
administrators on behalf of your student.
www.nova.edu/registrar/forms/release_of_information.pdf
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A
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What can I expect when my student is involved?
Expect a change in the communication pattern you currently have with
your student. Don’t be too concerned if your student does not pick up
the phone on the first ring after you leave orientation. There is a lot to do
on campus, especially during the first few weeks. They will call you back
and they will let you know what is going on. Be your student’s biggest
cheerleader. They are going to need your support, remember this is a
new environment for them.
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Nova Southeastern Area Resources
For more area resources visit www.universityparent.com/nsu
Places to Stay
Hampton Inn Plantation
7801 S.W. 6th St.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 382-4500
www.ftlauderdaleplantation.
hamptoninn.com
Please see ad on p. 22.
Holiday Inn Express Ft.
Lauderdale Airport West
2540 Davie Rd.
Davie, FL 33317
(954) 585-7071
www.holidayinnexpress.com/
ftlauderdalew
Please see ad on p. 27.
Hyatt Place Plantation
8530 W. Broward Blvd.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 370-2220
www.Hyatt.com
Please see ad on p. 31.
The Quality Inn Sawgrass
1711 N. University Dr.
Plantation, FL 33322
(954) 556-8200
www.qualityinnsawgrass.com
Please see ad on p. 30.
Renaissance Ft.
Lauderdale-Plantation
1230 S. Pine Island Rd.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 472-2252
www.renaissanceplantation.com
Please see ad on p. 23.
The Residence Inn by
Marriott, Plantation
130 N. University Dr.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 723-0300
www.marriott.com/fllpt
Please see ad on p. 18.
Staybridge Suites Hotel
410 N. Pine Island Rd.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 577-9696
www.staybridge.com
Please see ad on p. 12.
Additional Services
A First Choice
Healthcare Systems
Cameron Cove
4691 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
(954) 434-7246
www.afirstchoicehealthcare.com
Please see ad on p. 17.
2571 S.W. 79th Ave.
Davie, FL 33324
(954) 475-3133
www.cameroncove.com
Please see ad on inside front
conver.
A+ Mini Storage
Conquistador Apartments
4021 S.W. 47th Ave.
Davie, FL 33314
(954) 791-0556
www.aplusmini.com
Please see ad on p. 13.
7400 Stirling Rd.
Hollywood, FL 33024
(954) 432-7822
conquistadorapts@bellsouth.net
Please see ad on p. 9.
Campus Card Services
Southern Pointe Apartments
(954) 262-8929
www.sharkfunds.nova.edu
Please see ad on p. 15.
Floridian Community Bank
5599 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
(954) 4348050
www.floridiancommunity
bank.com
Please see ad on p. 25.
Nova Student Activities
3301 College Ave.
Davie, FL 33314
(954) 262-7288
www.nova.edu/studentactivities
Please see ad on p. 29.
Nova Undergraduate
Admissions
3301 College Ave.
Fort Lauderdale Davie, FL 33314
(954) 262-8000
nova.edu/admissions
Please see ad on p. 3.
Public Saftey
(954) 262-8999
www.nova.edu/publicsafety
Please see ad on p. 33.
Sun Trust Bank
ATMs on Campus
3115 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
(954) 472-7725
www.suntrust.com
Please see ad on p. 35.
Transit Connection
What to See & Do
Nova Southeastern
University Athletics
www.nsusharks.com
Please see ad on p. 32.
Places to Live
3600 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33314
(954) 262-8871
sfec.org
Please see ad on facing page.
UniversityParent E-News
www.UniversityParent.com
Please see ad on inside back
cover.
8080 N.W. 10th Ct.
Plantation, FL 33322
(954) 472-4733
www.southernpointe
apartments.com
Please see ad on p. 36.
Viera Plantation
1 S. Pine Island Rd.
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 475-2000
www.VieraPlantation.com
Please see ad on p. 37.
Where to Eat
Shark Dining‚ Chartwells
at NSU
3301 College Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
(954) 262-5304
www.dineoncampus.com/nova
Please see ad on back cover.
Shinju Japanese Buffet
3305 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
(954) 472-3666
www.sjbuffet.com
Please see ad on p. 37.
For advertising
inquiries, please contact
UniversityParent at
(855) 947-4296 or email:
ads@universityparent.com
www.universityparent.com/nsu
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