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“Academic excellence is our standard. “Academic Excellence Is Our Standard. Academic preeminence is Is Our Goal. ” Academic Preeminence our goal. ” —Ray Ferrero, Jr. , J. D. ―Ray Ferrero, Jr. , J. D. Chancellor President

Welcome to Nova Southeastern University With more than 26, 000 students, NSU ranks #6 in enrollment among the nation’s 1, 600 private, non-profit colleges and universities.

Our Mission Sets Us Apart n n High-quality educational programs of distinction from preschool through professional and doctoral levels n n Preparation for lifelong learning and leadership roles n n Academic programs offered at convenient times and Academic programs offered at convenient times, employing innovative delivery systems and rich places, employing innovative delivery systems and learning resources rich learning resources n n Emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge in clinical, community, and professional settings

A remarkable growth A Remarkable Growth n n n n In four decades, NSU has grown from 17 graduate students to more than 26, 000 students. With more than 3, 150 employees, the University is With more than 3, 150 employees, the university is Broward County’s third largest private employer. Each year Nova Southeastern University awards more Each year, Nova Southeastern University awards more than 7, 200 degrees. NSU has more than 100, 000 alumni, residing in every state of the union, as well as 55 other countries.

Preparing Students for the Real World n n NSU collaborates with local and national organizations, consortia, and agencies that add to the academic experience. n n Most of our professors have real world experience, allowing them to share both theory and practice with their students. n n NSU has formed partnerships with leading business and cultural organizations which help to provide hands on cultural organizations, which helps to provide hands-on experience and mentorship experiences and mentorships. n n More than 1, 000 members of the community volunteer on advisory boards, as speakers, and in other capacities at NSU. n n Our researchers pursue cutting-edge solutions that can be applied in the real world.

A Personalized Learning Environment n At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our nclassrooms; classes are taught only by experienced At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our classrooms; classes are taught only by experienced faculty members n Professors are accessible to students and many are npracticing professionals in their fields, teaching both Professors are accessible to students and many are practicing professionals in their fields, teaching both theory and practice n 85% of our faculty members hold doctoral or terminal ndegrees in their fields. 85% hold doctoral or terminal degrees in their fields

16 Centers, Colleges, and Schools

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences n The small class sizes, averaging 22 students, and an accessible faculty offer a unique learning environment. n The Dual Admissions Program offers qualified students simultaneous admission into NSU graduate programs. n The Honors Program offers access to a unique interdisciplinary intellectual community. n More than 70% of pre-med and pre-law students were accepted into medical and law schools.

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs n n American Studies, B. A. Environmental n Environmental Science/Studies, B. S. n American Studies, B. A. n n n Applied Professional Studies, B. S. History, B. A. Applied Professional Studies, B. S. (8 n History, B. A. (8 concentrations) n Humanities, B. A. Science/Studies, B. S. n Athletic Training, B. S. Farquhar College of Arts n Humanities, B. A. and Sciences Athletic Training, B. S. n International Studies, B. A. n Legal Studies (pre-law), B. S. n n Biology (pre-med), B. S. n Legal Studies (pre-law), B. S. n n Communications Studies, B. A. n Marine Biology, B. S. n Computer Information Systems, B. S. n n Marine Biology, B. S. Paralegal Studies, B. S. n n Paralegal Studies, B. S. Psychology, B. S. n n Psychology, B. S. Theatre, B. A. n Computer Science, B. S. n Criminal Justice, B. S. n English, B. A. n Theatre, B. A. Master’s Program n Writing, M. A.

H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship n The professors have been and/or remain active in the business community. n The school is home to the largest M. B. A. program in Florida. n The school provides a state-of-theart, wireless learning environment. n The curriculum features access to distinguished lecture series and business mentors. n The school offers collaborative programs with the Law Center and Health Professions Division.

H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs Master’s Programs Doctoral Program n Accounting, B. S. n Accounting, M. Acc. n Business Administration, B. S. n Business Administration, M. B. A. n Business Administration in Entrepreneurship, M. B. A. n Business Administration in Finance, M. B. A. n Business Administration in Real Estate Development, M. B. A. n Human Resource Management, M. S. /HRM n International Business Administration, M. I. B. A. n Leadership, M. S. n Public Administration, M. P. A. n Taxation, M. Tax n Business Administration in Real Estate Development, M. B. A n Economics, B. S. n Finance, B. S. n Marketing, B. S. n Management, B. S. n Sport and Recreation Management, B. S. n Business Administration, D. B. A.

Oceanographic Center n Ecologically oriented graduate education in the marine and coastal sciences focusing on the preservation of the ocean and coastal biological and physical resources n Recognized as a leader in oceanographic research, with grants in excess of $20 million n Home to the National Coral Reef Institute n Served as local organizers and host to the 11 th International Coral Reef Symposium 2008, a major international scientific conference providing the latest knowledge about coral reefs worldwide n Home to the Guy Harvey Research Institute, which concentrates on the conservation of the world’s fisheries and marine biodiversity

Oceanographic Center Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs n Oceanography/Marine Biology, Ph. D. Master’s Programs n Coastal Zone Management, M. S. n Marine Biology, M. S. n Marine Environmental Science, M. S.

Shepard Broad Law Center n Twice rated #1 “Most Wired” law school and among the top three on the 2005 Technology Honor Roll by The National Jurist n Ranked by The Princeton Review as one of the top 7 “Best Environments for Minority Students” n Dual law programs with universities in Barcelona, Spain and Venice, Italy n More than 7, 400 successful alumni

Shepard Broad Law Center Degrees Offered n Degrees Offered Professional Programs Education Law, M. S. Professional Programs n Employment Law, M. S. n Juris Doctorate, J. D. n Health Law, M. S. n Education Law, M. S. n Juris Doctorate n Employment Law, M. S. n n Health Law, M. S.

College of Osteopathic Medicine n Emphasis is on the inter-relationship of the body's nerves, muscles, bones, and organs for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness, disease, and injury. n Students receive extensive clinical experience in both NSU’s award-winning Health Care Centers and the community. n Rotations in geriatrics and rural areas are unique requirements of the program. n Students participate in humanitarian medical missions around the world. n Florida’s only fully-accredited program in osteopathic medicine n Florida’s only training Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness (CBAP) and one of several geriatric education centers in Florida

College of Osteopathic Medicine Degrees Offered Professional Programs n Osteopathic Medicine, D. O. n Biomedical Informatics, M. S. n Public Health, M. P. H.

College of Pharmacy n Consistently achieves more than 90% passage rate on North American Licensure Examination n Nation’s most culturally diverse pharmacy program, ranked #1 for Hispanic students n Among the nation’s best pharmacy education facilities, includes a full-service community pharmacy on site n Clinical experience at teaching hospitals, community pharmacies, clinics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration n Programs in West Palm Beach and Puerto Rico n Largest of three existing international pharmacy programs in the U. S.

College of Pharmacy Degree Offered n Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm. D.

College of Optometry n Only college of Optometry in Florida n Students benefit from clinical experience in NSU’s Eye Care Institute, which sees more than 50, 000 patients annually n Strong community-based programs including a well-attended clinic for macular degeneration and glaucoma n Specialty services include pediatrics, low vision, and contact lenses

College of Optometry n Degree Offered Professional Programs Professional Program n Optometry, O. D.

College of Allied Health and Nursing n Nursing’s last three graduating baccalaureate classes had an average passing score of 97. 4, the second highest overall score among the 20 Florida universities with nursing programs n Among the nation’s leading Physician Assistant programs; programs located in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Naples/Fort Myers, and Jacksonville n Occupational therapy at the master’s and doctoral levels; physical therapy at the doctoral level n Doctoral program offered in audiology n Anesthesiologist Assistant program launched in 2006

College of Allied Health and Nursing Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs n Health Science, B. H. Sc. n Health Science in Vascular Sonography, B. H. Sc. n n Doctoral Programs n Audiology, Au. D. n Health Science, D. H. Sc. Nursing (entry-level), B. S. N. n Nursing, Ph. D. Nursing (R. N. to B. S. N. ), B. S. N. n Physical Therapy (entry-level), D. P. T. n Occupational Therapy, Dr. O. T. n Occupational Therapy, Ph. D. Master’s Programs n Anesthesiologist Assistant, M. H. Sc. n Health Science, M. H. Sc. n Physical Therapy, Ph. D. n Medical Science in Physician Assistant, M. M. S. n n Nursing, M. S. N. Physical Therapy (Post professional Transition), T-D. P. T. n Occupational Therapy, M. O. T.

College of Medical Sciences n Teaches quality basic science programs n Strong interdisciplinary approach n Unique program that prepares students for admission to professional schools or for careers in biology, as well as positions in science education

College of Medical Sciences Degree Offered n Master’s Program n Biomedical Sciences, M. B. S.

College of Dental Medicine n One of only two dental colleges in the state of Florida n Nationally recognized dental stem cell research n State-of-the-art teaching facilities including virtual reality lab n Extensive clinical operation open to the community, with more than 100 dental chairs, a dedicated special needs unit, and craniofacial program n Clinical locations in Broward and Miami-Dade counties

College of Dental Medicine Degrees Offered n Professional Programs n Dental Science, M. S. n Doctor of Medical Dentistry, D. M. D. n Dental Science, M. S.

Fischler School of Education and Human Services n One of the nation’s largest schools of education, serving more than 15, 000 students in 30 states and 40 countries n The nation’s #1 producer of minority doctorates in education* n Partnerships with dozens of school districts, community colleges, educational organizations, ministries of education and private corporations n Recent curricula developed for educators in Venezuela, Italy, South Korea, and Malaysia *source: Black Issues in Higher Education, July 2004

Fischler School of Education and Human Services Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs Doctoral Programs n Early Childhood Education, A. A. n n Applied Professional Studies (1 concentration), B. S. Specialties include n Education (1 concentration), B. S. n Educational Leadership, Ed. D. n Elementary Education, B. S. n Health Care Education, Ed. D. n Exceptional Student Education, B. S. n Higher Education, Ed. D. n Prekindergarten/Primary Education, B. S. n Human Services Administration, Ed. D. n Secondary Education (2 concentrations), B. S. n Instructional Leadership, Ed. D. n Instructional Technology and Distance Education, Ed. D. Master’s Programs Education, Ed. D. n Child Protection (4 tracks), M. H. S. n Criminal Justice (2 specializations), M. S. n Organizational Leadership, Ed. D. n Education (33 concentrations), M. S. n Special Education, Ed. D. n Health Professions Education, M. S. n Speech-Language Pathology, Ed. D. n Instructional Technology and Distance Education, M. S. n Speech-Language Pathology, SLP. D. n Leadership-Education and Human Services track, M. S. n Speech-Language Pathology, M. S. n Educational Specialist (15 concentrations), Ed. S.

Center for Psychological Studies n Mission of education and training, serving the community, and clinical research n Faculty is nationally recognized in areas such as school violence, forensic and police psychology, trauma, neuropsychology, and child psychology n Community service projects include programs for substance abuse, child and adult traumatic stress, domestic violence, eating disorders, and ADHD assessment and treatment

Center for Psychological Studies Degree Offered Degrees Offered n. Doctoral Programs Master’s Programs n n Clinical Psychopharmacology, M. S. Clinical Psychology, Ph. D. n Counseling, M. S. Clinical Psychology, Psy. D. n n Mental Health Counseling, M. S. n School Guidance and Counseling, M. S. Master’s Programs n Clinical Psychopharmacology, M. S. n n Counseling, M. S. Doctoral Programs n Clinical Psychology, Ph. D. n Mental Health Counseling, M. S. Clinical Psychology, Psy. D. n n n School Guidance and Counseling, M. S. Specialist Programs Specialist Program n School Psychology, Psy. S.

Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences n Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education n Curriculum in information security certified by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security n Collaborative initiatives include the U. S. Army’s e. Army. U and the Southern Regional Electronic Campus n Home to Florida’s largest Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) student chapter

Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs n Computer Information Systems, Ph. D. n Computer Science, Ph. D. n Computing Technology in Education, Ph. D. n Information Science, Ph. D. n Information Systems, Ph. D. Master’s Programs n Computer Information Systems, M. S. n Computer Science, M. S. n Computing Technology in Education, M. S. n Information Security, M. S. n Management Information Systems, M. S.

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences n Internationally renowned program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution n Master’s degree program in Cross. Disciplinary Studies offers an individualized curriculum design n Master’s and doctoral degree programs in Family Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE) n Home to the Community Resolution Services and Brief Therapy Institute clinics

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs n Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Ph. D. n Family Therapy, Ph. D. n Marriage and Family Therapy, D. M. F. T. Master’s Programs n College Student Affairs, M. S. n Conflict and Analysis Resolution, M. S. n Cross-Disciplinary Studies, M. A. n Family Therapy, M. S.

Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies n Housed in the state-of-the-art Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village n Model for integrated, multi-disciplinary services for children and families n Early learning school-based programs for children, birth to five years old n Parenting classes and workshops n Research-based programs for children with autism and special needs n Academic programs for early childhood educators and autism specialists

University School n “A campus within a campus” n One of Florida’s premier college preparatory schools (pre-K–grade 12) n Producer of numerous National Merit Scholars, Silver Knight Award winners, and AP Scholars n Nearly 100% college acceptance rate n An award-winning fine and performing arts department, competitive athletic program, and a variety of clubs and organizations round out students’ learning experiences

NSU’s 17 Academic Institutes n Lifelong Learning Institute n Brief Therapy Institute n Community Resolution Services n Options National Coral Reef Institute n n Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for National Institute for Educational The Eye Institute n Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for n Southeast Institute for Cross- Education n n n Criminal Justice Institute The Eye Institute Criminal Justice Institute n National Coral Reef Institute Lifelong Learning Institute n National Institute for Educational Cancer Research Options n Guy Harvey Research Institute n Cancer Research Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship Cultural Counseling Guy Harvey Research Institute n n South Florida Ocean Southeast Institute for Crossand Executive Education Cultural Counseling Hudson Institute of Measurement Center Institute of Trauma and Victimization Entrepreneurship and Executive n South Florida Ocean Measurement n The Language Institute Education Center International Institute for Franchise The Language Institute of Trauma and Victimization n n Tyler Institute Education n n Women’s Resource Institute Tyler Institute International Institute for Franchise n n n n Women’s Resource Institute

Center For Continuing and Professional Studies Non-degree courses geared towards the creative and professional growth of adult and young adult learners n Non-degree courses geared toward the creative and n Technology professional growth of adult and young adult learners n n n Career exploration Technology n Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the Career exploration Ancient Art of Henna Painting, and Screenwriting n Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the n The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign ancient art of henna painting, and screenwriting Language, and TOEFL preparation courses as well as n The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign Language, and private language lessons, accent reduction, programs TOEFL preparation courses as well as private language for young children, and corporate training lessons, accent reduction, programs for young children, and n Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing corporate training Education Units (CEUs) for NSU schools, colleges, n Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing and centers Education Units for NSU schools, colleges, and centers n Conference Management Services n

A Leader in Awarding Doctoral Degrees n #1 in education n #1 in psychology n #1 in professional/other source: NCES Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

A National Leader in Diversity n #1 in doctoral degrees to African Americans** n #1 in doctoral degrees to Hispanics* n #1 in doctoral degrees in education to African Americans** n #1 in doctoral degrees in business to Asian Americans** n #2 in first-professional degrees to Hispanics** n #2 in master’s degrees to Hispanics* n #3 in master’s degrees in education to African Americans** * source: The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education, 2008 * *source: Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, an analysis of U. S. Department of Education reports of data submitted by institutions, 2006

On the Cutting Edge of Research The value of NSU research grants has tripled over the past six years. More than 150 outside-funded research projects, valued at $45 million, are now underway n NSU’s board of trustees supports research with seed-money grants n Home to the USGS and the $8. 5 billion Everglades Restoration n Acquired the Rumbaugh Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research in 2005 n Center for Collaborative Research n Proposed Center for Collaborative building to open in 2009 Research building n n

Florida Lambda. Rail NSU’s connection to the Lambda. Rail allows for collaboration with other institutions and scientists throughout the state, the nation, and beyond: n Virtual “collaboratories” for technology transfer among universities and private businesses n Interactive distributed simulations n Distance learning n Access to digital databases n Optical transmission with highdefinition quality for remote applications up to 10 gigabytes per screen

Four Campuses in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties Main Campus, Fort Lauderdale. Davie East Campus, Fort Lauderdale North Miami Beach Campus, Fischler School of Education and Human Services Dania Beach Campus, Oceanographic Center

Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center Main Campus

Maxwell Maltz Building Center for Psychological Studies and Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Main Campus

Carl De. Santis Building H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship and Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences, Main Campus

Terry Building Health Professions Division, Main Campus

Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, Main Campus

Mailman-Hollywood Center Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Main Campus

Leo Goodwin Sr. Hall Shepard Broad Law Center, Main Campus

Sonken Building University School—Main campus Main Campus

Oceanographic Center Dania Beach Campus Dania Beach campus

Fischler School of Education and Human Services North Miami Beach Campus

East Campus

Student Educational Centers (SECs) Student Educational Centers provide convenient learning opportunities for students. n Nassau, Bahamas n Orlando, Florida n Fort Myers, Florida n Tampa, Florida n Jacksonville, Florida n Miami, Florida n West Palm Beach, Florida

NSU’s International Sites Using distance-learning concepts and technology pioneered by NSU, students also earn degrees at NSU’s international sites: n Caribbean n Dominican Republic n Greece n Mexico n Korea n Puerto Rico n United Kingdom

Cutting-edge technology offers students Cutting-edge technology an advanced offers students an advanced learning environment in state-ofenvironment in the-art facilities state-of-the-art facilities.

Cutting-edge technology Cutting-Edge Technology Investment of $154 million in building a technology infrastructure over the last 10 years n Investment of $154 million in building a technology n 50 electronic classrooms with nearly 2, 500 computers infrastructure over the last 10 years n 172 “smart” classrooms, with network access, data/video projection, and access to an array of teaching tools including circulating laptops for student use n 100 smart classrooms with videoconferencing and the n 172 “smart” classrooms, with network access, data/video capability to link classrooms worldwide projection, and access to an array of teaching tools n n n 50 electronic classrooms with nearly 2, 500 computers, 100 smart classrooms with videoconferencing and the capability to link classrooms worldwide

§ A pioneer in online education with students registered in more than 3, 809 online courses, pursuing 78 degree and certificate programs § The largest number of certified online programs among the 325 institutions offering online education

Online learning systems that Our Online Learning Systems receive high marks Receive High Marks n “Top 20 Cyber-Universities”—Forbes magazine n “Best of the Online Graduate Programs in n “Top 20 Cyber-Universities”—Forbes magazine Education”—U. S. News & World Report n “Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”— Princeton Review —U. S. News & World Report n “Best of the Online Graduate Programs in Education” n “Most-Wired Law School”—The National Jurist n “Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”— Princeton Review n NSU’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services, n “Most-Wired Law School”—The National Jurist Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship and Graduate n NSU’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services, Huizenga School of Computer and Information Sciences cited as “Best School of Business and Entrepreneurship and Graduate School of Distance Learning Graduate Schools”—Get. Educated. com Computer and Information Sciences cited as “Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”—Get. Educated. com n Top 100 “Most Wired Colleges”—Yahoo! Internet Life

An Ideal Location for Students n At our 300 -acre main campus, our students enjoy nearperfect weather with an average temperature of 75 degrees year-round. n Students residing in one of our six residence halls have access to a wide array of amenities and services including high-speed Internet, cable TV, and telephone hook-ups.

Convenient Access to South Florida and the World n Our main campus in Fort Lauderdale-Davie is minutes away from Broward County’s international airport. n With quick access to Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Palm Beach, the choices for entertainment, culture, and sports activities are unlimited.

A Beautiful, Busy Main Campus n NSU is housed on a lush campus in the heart of Broward County. n The university hosts exciting events and guests such as the Dalai Lama, Jack Welch, former Miami Dolphins player Jason Taylor, Ambassador Paul Bremmer, Justice Clarence Thomas, and author Mary Higgins Clark. n Students can participate in intramural sports and join in fitness activities such as yoga and Pilates. n NSU’s student clubs and organizations offer everything from arts and politics to Greek life.

Athletics Enhance the Campus Experience n Sunshine State Conference, an NCAA Division II competitor n Teams fielded in baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball n Overall GPA for NSU student-athletes exceeded 3. 0 for past five years n Main campus home to the Miami Dolphins Training Center

2007– 2008 Honors n n n Sunshine State Conference champions in women’s rowing, women’s basketball, and women’s golf Sunshine State Conference Mayor’s Cup Championship for all women’s teams NCAA Tournament qualifiers in women’s basketball, volleyball, soccer, golf, rowing, and men’s golf 9 Academic All-Americans 28 Athletic All-Americans

A Valuable Community Asset n We currently contribute $1. 6 billion to Florida’s overall economy. n $350 million goes back into the community, impacting more than 300, 000 people. n Our unique joint-use library with the Broward County Board of County Commissioners is Florida’s largest library facility. n NSU health care clinics offer the community affordable, superior health care services provided by a dedicated teaching team.

NSU Health Care Centers n Award-winning community health care programs n 17 different clinics receiving approximately 250, 000 patient visits each year n Personalized state-of-the-art health care n Community outreach programs such as A Day for Children, Give Kids a Smile Day, Senior Exposition, and Back-to-School Physicals

NSU Healthcare Centers NSU Health Care Centers n n Conflict Analysis and Resolution Services Resolution n Dental Medicine n Services n n Dermatology n n Early-Childhood Development n n Family Therapy n n n n Hearing and Balance Services n Internal Medicine n Optometry n n Optometry Family Medicine n n Family Medicine Geriatrics n n Geriatrics Mental Health Services n Nephrology/Hypertension n n Obstetrics/Gynecology Occupational Therapy Orofacial Pain Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Osteopathic Manipulative Pediatrics Medicine Pharmacy Pediatrics Physical Therapy Pharmacy Radiology Physical Therapy Speech, Language & n Communications Radiology n n Sports Medicine Speech, Language, n and Communications Student Medical Center and n Counseling Services Sports Medicine n Student Medical Center and Counseling Services

Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center n The Alvin Sherman Library is a unique joint-use facility serving those who live and work in Broward County as well as NSU faculty and staff members and students n Five stories with wireless Internet access throughout the building, cozy reading niches, 22 study rooms, 1, 000 user seats, and a cafe n Houses the 500 -seat Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center n At 325, 000 square feet, it is the largest library building in Florida

A Dynamic Community Supporter n Our strategic partnerships throughout the community allow NSU to participate in various cultural and business events. Academic functions, such as our Distinguished Lecture Series, are open to the public. n NSU is the site of many community events such as the Heart Walk, Autism Walk, Health and Wellness Fair, Day for Children, and Corporate Walk for MS.

The University Center― a New Campus Centerpiece a New Campu Centerpiece n Our 366, 000 -square-foot, multipurpose facility houses a 4, 500 -seat arena and convocation center, a fitness and wellness center, a student union, and a performing arts center. n This facility is the second largest entertainment venue in Broward County. n The University Center is home to NSU athletics, as well as university and community events open to the public.

n The Commons New Residence Hall This new, 526 -bed, state-of-the-art residence hall opened to our students in fall 2007. n A new, 526 -bed state-of-the-art residence hall opened to our students in n It gives students an additional 371 single rooms, 130 double Fall 2007 rooms, and 16 resident adviser rooms. n n n The new residence hall gives students an additional 371 single rooms, This facility provides 1 professional staff apartment, 2 area 130 double rooms, and 16 resident advisor rooms director apartments, 2 large laundry rooms, 16 community This facility provides 1 professional staff apartment, 2 area director lounges, 1 large multipurpose room, 4 meeting rooms, a apartments, 2 large laundry rooms, 16 community lounges, 1 large mailroom, and office space for Residential Life and Housing. multipurpose room, 4 meeting rooms, mailroom, and office space for Residential Life and Housing

Rolling Hills n The Rolling Hills Graduate Apartments houses 373 graduate and doctoral students. n Each single and quad apartment is furnished and n Opening on August 1, 2008, the Rolling Hills Graduate features a kitchen, bathroom, and living area. Apartments will house approximately 373 graduate and doctoral students for the Fall of 2008. n Each single and quad apartment is furnished and features a kitchen, bathroom, and living room.

The Medical Village at NSU n A proposed world-class hospital with up to 150 acute care beds operated by the North Broward Hospital District n Will focus on education, research, and innovation, while providing culturally sensitive care to residents in west central Broward County

The NSU Academical Village n This exciting project will follow the Jeffersonian concept of a “community of scholars and students living and working closely together, combining theory with practice. ” n This $500 -million partnership will transform a 30 -acre, universityinvestment into a high-tech research/office park with nearly three million square feet of office, retail, financial, governmental, and residential space, as well as a hotel and a conference center. n This project is expected to generate millions in tax revenue and in workforce development, including high-tech jobs.

Our Academical Village and hospital will result in an additional $1 billion economic impact in South Florida.