Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center Campaign Priorities

OUR PROGRAMS* Through community partnerships and NSU support, the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center is able to provide art and historical exhibits, workshops, performers and speakers, nationally recognized children's programming, and more. FOR STUDENTS AND FACULTY MEMBERS • Gear Up! —academic workshops for faculty members that cover topics such as copyright, grant writing, publishing, and statistics • Research writing series —student-centered workshops on crafting a thesis proposal, writing research projects, formatting citations, and more • Personalized instruction sessions —covering effective research techniques • Educational programs and exhibitions • Face-to-face instruction —for students around the world • Outreach —for students on campus, wherever they gather • Specialized research sessions —for NSU athletes and other student groups FOR CHILDREN • Wags and Tales —Read to a dog at the library. • Builders Club —Build and create with the library’s LEGO ® blocks. • Sharkey’s Storytime —Enjoy books, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Recommended for children ages 3–5 years with their caregivers. • Little Minnows Storytime —Inspire your reader (ages 18–36 months with caregiver) with stories and songs featuring rhythm, repetition, and rhyme. • S.T.E.M. programs for children and families —Science, technology, engineering, and math FOR TEENS • Teen Read Week —fun opportunities to learn and write • Poetry workshops —create works of art with words • College prep series —includes essay writing and test preparation • Volunteer/leadership community service opportunities • Teen Movie Club FOR ADULTS • Computer classes • Lectures and book discussions —such as Big Read, a collaborative program with the Broward County Library • Special focuses —discussions and seminars on gardening, health, and writing • Black History and Hispanic Heritage Months —lecturers, films, performances, and more • Sherman Yarn Lovers —learn more about knitting and crocheting • Genealogical Society of Broward County —meet with fellow genealogy enthusiasts *For a full listing of library events and activities, visit http://public.library.nova.edu. 09-054-15NOM Division of Advancement and Community Relations 3301 College Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796 | (954) 262-2109 www.realizingpotential.nova.edu | realizingpotential@nova.edu