NSU Homecoming 2018
NSU’s homecoming is right around the corner. Homecoming week will be Nov. 3-10. Events throughout the week include Fins Football, alumni connection events, the “Anything that Floats” raft race and much more. This year’s Homecoming Bash will be on Nov. 8 from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. at the Rick Case Arena. The basketball team will be playing against Claflin University for the Homecoming basketball game Nov. 9. For more information on this year’s homecoming activities, visit nova.edu/homecoming.
Juan Pablo Correa Memorial Scholarship
Undergraduate international students are encouraged to apply for the Juan Pablo Correa Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is named after Juan Pablo Correa, a former NSU student who passed away in a hit-and-run accident, who exemplified ideas of cultural unity, awareness, and celebration. Applications are available on OrgSync and close Jan. 11. For more information, contact Renae Bollibon at rb2005@nova.edu.
NSU and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. team up to restore coral reefs
The Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography has teamed up with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings in an effort to protect coral reefs. Scientists at NSU have been conducting research to get a better understanding of coral reefs. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, a company that operates several cruise lines, also has a passion for keeping the oceans clean. NSU and NCLH have come up with a partnership that will allow NSU research scientists to create coral reef nurseries and help with restoration efforts in the Bahamas at Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian’s private island. “NSU’s track-record in the area of coral research and restoration is second to none, and we look forward to working together for many years to come,” said James Mitchell, Vice President, Marine Health, Safety, Environment and Medical of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.. For more information, visit cnso.nova.edu/ncri/index.html.
Shark Dining Survey
Shark Dining’s new survey is now open to faculty, students and staff to give feedback on the new dining changes. The survey allows participants to comment about how they like the changes and what they want to see next. The online survey takes around six minutes. Participants will be rewarded with an entry to get a chance to win $200 Dining Dollars. This survey will end on Oct. 31.To participate, visit www.bvfpulse.com/prod/pulse.site/t/6Q4H.
