Are you an NSU alumnus who has written a book that is bound to be read?
If so, please send a copy of your book to the Office of Alumni Relations at 3301 College Ave., Ft Lauderdale, FL, 33314.  All of the books received will be added to the collection at the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center on NSU’s main campus for the whole community to enjoy.  In addition, an ongoing list will be kept on the library’s webpage of the alumni authors represented in the library.  This is an opportunity to share your work and give back to the university.

I cannot wait to receive the publications of our talented alumni.  As always, I look forward to seeing you at future alumni events. 

 Sincerely,

Kim Stone, MIBA ‘05
Director of Alumni Relations

DHSc Alumni Retreat- July 8-10, 2007
Join fellow DHSc Alumni for an intimate 3-day retreat at NSU’s main campus in Ft Lauderdale! Enjoy exciting activities including a student/alumni meet & greet reception, alumni catamaran cruise, university tour and presentation by Dr. Nehrenz!

This retreat and the DHSc student summer institute will be held simultaneously.  Special hotel rates have been arranged at $90/night.

For a detailed schedule of events and travel information please visit the Alumni Relations website at www.nova.edu/alumni/events.html. 

Please RSVP by July 2nd, 2007 online or by calling 954-262-2118.

NSU Night with the Florida Marlins - Friday, July 20, 2007
Come enjoy the fun and excitement at NSU Night with the Florida Marlins and watch the Florida Marlins take on the Cincinnati Reds.

You will not want to miss the National Anthem being sung by the NSU Vocal Ensemble or the opportunity to see Paul Sallarulo, President of the NSU Alumni Association, throw out the first pitch!

Friday, July 20, 2007
Game starts at 7:00 p.m.
Pre-game reception at 6:00 p.m.
The reception will be held in Helix B and feature guest appearances by Razor the Shark and Billy the Marlin! Light refreshments will be served.

Tickets are $12 each. Seats are located in the Bullpen (section 102-107).  Please RSVP by Monday, July 16th by calling the Office of Alumni Relations at (954) 262-2118.

MIBA Alumni Chapter BBQ
On July 10th the MIBA Alumni Chapter got together for a nice Sunday BBQ at Markham Park near the Florida Everglades.  The gorgeous afternoon included games, raffles, and delicious food.  This was a great opportunity to catch up with each other since our last event and spend some time with family.

Gayle Carson (Ed. D. 1982), has been elected to the Class of 2007 Legends of the Speaking Profession.  She is being honored as the only woman this year and will receive this honor along with posthumously Earl Nightingale.  Dr. Carson hosts a radio show, "Women in Business" for the Entrepreneur Magazine and also writes for their online magazine.

Rebecca Bratter (J.D. 2003), an attorney with the law firm of Greenspoon Marder, P.A., was admitted to the United States Supreme Court on March 26, 2007.

“I am truly honored to have been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court,” said Bratter.  “My mother is a practicing family law attorney and was sworn in when I was a student at George Washington University.  When I decided I was applying for admission, she traveled to Washington D.C. to be my sponsor.  It was a privilege to see her move for my admission in front of all nine justices.”

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G. Jeremiah Ryan (Ed.D. 1983), the Senior Vice President of the Alman Group, has been named the new president of Bergen Community College announces Stephen J. Moses, Chair of the Board of Trustees.  Dr. Ryan will take office on July 1 succeeding Dr. Judith K. Winn, who is retiring after serving as president for the past twelve years.

Dr. Ryan has been the Senior Vice President of the Alman Group in Westfield, New Jersey since 2006.  Prior to that position, he was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Raritan Valley Community College in Somerville, New Jersey from 2000 – 2006.  He also served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Quincy College in Massachusetts from 1996 – 2000.

“Jerry Ryan impressed us with his vision, experience, and energy,” said Mr. Moses.  “We believe that he is ideally suited to the challenges and opportunities of the Bergen Community College presidency and look forward to working with him.” (more)

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Did you know there is now a Starbucks on Main Campus?

Last week NSU opened its very own Starbucks store located in the University Center just west of the Rosenthal main entrance.  The store has a full compliment of Starbuck drinks both hot and cold.  Stop by and say hello to the friendly staff and have one of your favorite Starbucks drinks or pastries in the university’s beautiful new store.

• Oceanographic Student participates in Necropsy of Rare Sei Whale
• Quilts of Valor now on Display at Alvin Sherman Library
• Undergraduate Orientation Begins Its Summer Schedule
• First Cohort of College Student Affairs Students Graduate from SHSS
• Law Center Launches “First-of-its-Kind” Consumer Protection Law Internship
• Former U.S. Senator Bob Graham talks about healthcare coverage at NSU Commencement

• NSU Baseball Alumni Pursue Major League Dreams in the Minor Leagues
• 55 NSU Student-Athletes Named To SSC Commissioner's Spring Honor Roll