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    New wine competition chooses winners  Nov 14, 2007
    The sponsors for the event were presenter Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler; The Prakas Group; CHPC Inc.; Guarantee Insurance Co.; Fortessa, Schott, Zwiesel; Boca Raton Resort and Club; ; Base Line Engineering and Land Surveying; Cross Keys Capital; La Salle Bank; Nova Southeastern University; RMF Financial; ZYR Vodka; Acqua Panna, & S. Pellegrino; and Boca Gift Baskets. Double Gold Winners were unanimous choices as gold, while gold winners had to receive the vote of at least 75 percent of the tasting... (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    Services are often lacking  Nov 13, 2007
    Experts from Nova Southeastern University spent several years here with educators and community members to reform those programs in response to parent litigation. Meanwhile, the private Jericho School, which has provided science-based educational treatments to children with autism for more than a decade, continues to attend to its other mission, the one that literally keeps its doors open: fundraising. (Florida Times-Union)

    Dolphins' Samkon Gado takes unique journey to NFL  Nov 7, 2007
    Samkon Gado stands in front of a Miami Dolphins emblem inside the Dolphins Practice Facility at Nova Southeastern University. (Sun-Sentinel/Kevin Clancy / November 5, 2007). (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Moral Majority Co-Founder Backs Romney  Nov 6, 2007
    Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney laughs with a supporter after speaking at Nova Southeastern University Monday in Davie, Fla. Mitt Romney scored a major endorsement Monday in his quest to solidify his conservative credentials, racking up the backing of Moral Majority co-founder Paul Weyrich. (Fox News)

    Conservative Leader Weyrich Backs Romney  Nov 6, 2007
    Republican Presidential hopeful, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, gestures while speaking to the Federalist Society's chapter at Nova Southeastern University Monday, Nov. 5, 2007, in Davie, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)

    Proctor Named Interim Athletics Director  Nov 5, 2007
    In addition, he has received honorary doctorates from Nova Southeastern University and Flagler College. Along with his other responsibilities, Proctor is the current vice chairman of the FSU Athletics Committee and chairman of its Executive Committee. (Seminoles.com)

    JFK joins ranks of teaching hospitals  Nov 2, 2007
    That program is affiliated with Nova Southeastern University, which runs an osteopathic medical school in Davie. Cleveland Clinic Florida, which is in Weston in southwest Broward County, has an M.D. training program. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Yebba and Strickland race for Orange City mayor  Oct 30, 2007
    OCCUPATION: Retired U.S. Navy, retired associate vice president Daytona Beach Community College information systems, adjunct professor of educational technology Nova Southeastern University. POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Elected mayor four times, City Council four times, lost bid for Volusia County Council seat in 1994. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Classical thoughts  Oct 26, 2007
    The , whom I saw first as the brilliant accompanist for violinist Joshua Bell at the Kravis a couple seasons ago, was in South Florida this weekend for a concert at Nova Southeastern University in Davie with the. The Ars Flores is a very young teaching ensemble in which student musicians play alongside professionals (the concertmaster is the excellent Huifang Chen) as they learn the repertoire and the experience of playing in an orchestra. (The Palm Beach Post)

    FAU Wraps Up Play at NSU Shark Invitational  Oct 18, 2007
    PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL - The Florida Atlantic University men's golf team tied for 14th place overall, despite playing a man down in final-round play Tuesday at the Nova Southeastern University Shark Invitational at PGA National Golf Club. Sophomore once again led the Owls, tying for 29th place with a three-round total of 231 (+15). (Fausports.com)

    FAU Prepares for NSU Shark Invitational  Oct 13, 2007
    BOCA RATON, FL - The Florida Atlantic University men's golf team travels to PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, FL for the Nova Southeastern University Shark Invitational on Monday and Tuesday. The 15-team event includes host Nova Southeastern, defending NCAA Division II national champion Barry University, West Florida, Florida Southern, Valdosta State and Barton College - all ranked in the top 20 nationally in Division II by golfstat. (Fausports.com)

    GOP consultant eludes state cuts  Oct 8, 2007
    TALLAHASSEE Even as House Speaker Marco Rubio's House cut $5,000 from the Florida Supreme Court chief justice's discretionary fund and $1,828 to Nova Southeastern University to help balance the state's budget, he continues to pay a well-connected GOP consultant $10,000 a month, even though she produced no written work in the month of September. Donna Arduin, once former Gov. Jeb Bush's budget chief, was rehired by Rubio, R-West Miami, starting Sept. 1. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Cruise ship crime jurisdiction often murky  Oct 8, 2007
    No one would come on board if we had guards everywhere, and as soon as something happened we sent everyone to their cabins,' said maritime law professor Robert Jarvis of Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Fla. On the Elation, McRae spent nearly three days confined to his cabin until FBI agents boarded in Cabo San Lucas and questioned him. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    A change after making change happen  Oct 7, 2007
    "We are grateful for his leadership and commitment during this period of unprecedented growth." Muradian holds an accounting and management degree from Johnson University, a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Iowa Wesleyan College, a Master of Scence degree in psychology from the University of Bridgeport and a doctorate in public administration from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Before joining CMHA, he held administrative positions in mental health organizations... (New Britain Herald, CT)

    Steven Blinder  Oct 4, 2007
    Middle School Director, University School of Nova Southeastern University Web site: Address: 3375 S.W. 75th Ave., Davie 33314 Phone: (954) 262-4462 E-mail: blinders@nsu. nova. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    State legislators debate effects of proposed property tax cuts  Sep 19, 2007
    Steven Geller, D-Cooper City, debated some of business' top priorities at a June 27 event at Nova Southeastern University in Davie sponsored by the Business Journal. On the ballot. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

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    Samuel Metott moved on to receive an associate of applied science degree at Herkimer County Community College, a bachelor s at the University of Tampa and a master s in business administration at Nova Southeastern University. He is employed by the city of Hollywood, Fla. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)

    Local construction firms pack fastest-growing companies list  Sep 3, 2007
    Mark Freerks One recent Moss iates project was the Nova Southeastern University Athletic Center. Although construction-related firms are among South Florida's fastest-growing companies, the residential real estate market's slowdown may shift business away from new home developments to office and hotel projects. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    Disclosure, privacy clashing locally  Sep 1, 2007
    Bob Jarvis, who teaches government ethics at Nova Southeastern University, said he had never heard of officials' disclosing their client lists. He wondered whether the lists would benefit the system much more than the existing requirement that officials disclose conflicts. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Cho fits pattern of campus killers  Aug 30, 2007
    Dr Scott Poland, is a psychologist at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale and an expert on school killings. "The focus right now is on trying to figure out why Cho did what he did - but even in school shootings where the perpetrators have survived, we have often been left with many unanswered questions," he told the BBC News website. (BBC News)

    T-Buck Back At FSU To Get Degree  Aug 18, 2007
    " When Buckley left FSU in the spring of 1992, he needed about 75 credit hours to get his degree. In the years since, Buckley has taken classes at a community college, online, and most recently, at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, not far from his home in the Miami area. But as he moved closer to completing his degree in sociology - with a minor in political science - Buckley wanted to finish what he started at FSU. He is scheduled to graduate Dec. 15 if he passes all his courses... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)

    Sharper Image Claims Reimbursing Customers Will Cause Bankruptcy  Aug 16, 2007
    Robert Jarvis, a law professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Fla. said he was surprised that the attorneys general banded together to join the case. (Law.com)

    Battered woman defense to be used in girl's murder trial  Aug 12, 2007
    The term "battered woman syndrome" was coined by Ms. Walker, who now teaches at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. By giving it a name, she was able to classify what had been happening to women and help both victims and researchers better understand it. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Blindness can't stop woman from gaining doctorate  Aug 8, 2007
    She found herself in tears again recently as she sat in a sea of cap and gowns at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Fla ... On June 16, she was awarded a doctorate in organizational leadership from Nova Southeastern University. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    Wade defends Heat's moves  Aug 8, 2007
    His mind was on tutoring 400 kids at the Topps Basketball Camp at Nova Southeastern University. But eventually the media arrived, and so did questions about his team's inability to obtain a No. 3 scorer, an off-season goal of Heat President and coach Pat Riley. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Wade needs help, but Heat can't afford it  Aug 7, 2007
    "We have a lot of guys on our team making a nice amount of money, and we weren't able to get the big-name players," Wade said Monday while headlining the Topps Basketball Camp at Nova Southeastern University. "We are not sitting here crying about not getting the guys we didn't get. We just have to worry about what we have.". (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    CSC Elects Dr. C. S. Park to Board of Directors  Jul 31, 2007
    Prior to joining H Pacific, Dr. Park served as chairman and chief executive Officer of Hynix Semiconductor Inc. Dr. Park is also a member of the boards of directors of STATS ChipPAC Ltd., Smart Modular Technologies Inc. and Ballard Power Systems Inc. He received a bachelor's degree from Yonsei University, Korea, an MBA from the University of Chicago and a doctorate in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. About CSC Computer Sciences Corporation is a leading global... (PR Newswire)

    Fins' practice gets very physical  Jul 30, 2007
    I was really that comfortable at right tackle (The Miami Herald)

     Rector native to hold signing here  Jul 27, 2007
    She received her BSE and MSE from Arkansas State University in elementary and special education and earned her Doctoral degree from Nova Southeastern University in educational leadership. She resides in Callahan, Fla. (Clay County Democrat, AR)

    Training camp guide  Jul 25, 2007
    Parking: Use the Nova Southeastern University Medical School garage off University Drive. Bleacher seats: The team has 2,000 unreserved seats on the west side of the practice field. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Online virtual classes go 3-D  Jul 23, 2007
    In Florida, Nova Southeastern University and the University of Florida have their own islands. On UF's real life campus in Gainesville, the new biomedical sciences building is still under construction. (The Palm Beach Post)

    In quest of past glory  Jul 23, 2007
    Admission and parking: Free Parking: Use the Nova Southeastern University Medical School garage off University Drive. Bleacher seats: The team has 2,000 unreserved seats on the west side of the practice field. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Twins are best gift grandma could give  Jul 21, 2007
    Delray Beach grandma gives birth to daughter's twins - 07/21/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)

    More of this story  Jul 18, 2007
    He earned a master of science in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Since 1999, Davis served as an assistant principal at Lawton Chiles Middle Academy in Lakeland. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)

    People on the Move  Jul 17, 2007
    She received her doctorate in audiology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, and completed her residency at the American Institute of Balance in Seminole. Rollan A. Roberts II has been recognized by Pensacola Young Professionals as a PYP Shining Star. (Pensacola News Journal)

    Nova Southeastern University to build biotech lab  Jul 12, 2007
    MIAMI (AP) -- Nova Southeastern University is planning to construct a new 70 million dollar biotech lab. School officials say the 200-thousand square-foot Center for Collaborative Research at the Davie campus will be home to one of the largest wet labs in the state. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)

    Divers dismantle artificial reef  Jul 11, 2007
    "Tyres are not ideal," says Alison Moulding at the National Coral Reef Institute based at Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center in Dania Beach, Florida. "The original concept was a way to dispose of tyres it didn't work," she says. (Nature News Service)

    Handmade quilts for injured soldiers on display at Nova Southeastern University  Jul 5, 2007
    The group's quilts went on exhibit Monday at the Alvin Sherman Library at Nova Southeastern University and will be displayed there through Aug. 10 ... Online Take a tour of the Quilts of Valor at Nova Southeastern University in a video report at Sun-Sentinel ... Where: Second floor of the Alvin Sherman Library, Nova Southeastern University, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie Hours: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m-8 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    110 become American citizens  Jul 4, 2007
    He went to the University of Buffalo; she attended Nova Southeastern University. "We feel proud to be here and be U.S. citizens," said Susersh Bala Kacham. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Newswatch, Police/Fire  Jun 23, 2007
    He has a master's and a doctorate degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University and Nova Southeastern University, Fla. respectively. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    CCSN's, official's methods conflict  Jun 23, 2007
    Lassus, who is now director of the private Nova Southeastern University campus in Las Vegas, worked as an administrator under Gilbert from August 2003 to June 2005. The attorney general's office has interviewed college employees who claim Gilbert used his position to build his 4-acre ranch off Kyle Canyon Road. (Las Vegas Sun)

    Mid-Pacific names new principal  Jun 21, 2007
    He earned a degree in history from the University of North Carolina, a master's degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University and a doctorate from Nova Southeastern University in Florida. Today's Latest News Stories. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Citizens Insurance task force gets an earful about claims Post a comment  Jun 20, 2007
    Citizens Insurance task force gets an earful about claims - 06/20/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)

    Citizens Insurance takes heat at hearing  Jun 20, 2007
    But the quality of those adjustments was the number one topic at the hearing, held at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. In attendance were policyholders, lawyers and public adjusters who represented policyholders in their claims. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Five doctors leaving Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center  Jun 12, 2007
    and his medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He completed his internship and residency at Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Miami Dolphins mini camp  Jun 11, 2007
    Quarterback Trent Green (10) huddles with new teammates before the start of the Miami Dolphins mini-camp at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Friday ... Daunte Culpepper (8), works on foot drills at the Miami Dolphins mini-camp at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Friday ... Quarterback Trent Green (10) stretches with new teammates before the start of the Miami Dolphins mini-camp at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Friday. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Salvaging the sea  Jun 9, 2007
    It involves a coordinated effort between the three branches of the U.S. military, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Broward County Environmental Protection Department, Port Everglades and Nova Southeastern University. But you don't need to be a marine biologist, military or government official to chip in. (Orlando Sentinel -- Opinion)

    Culpepper leaves practice for good  Jun 9, 2007
    Dolphins mini-camp When: Today through Sunday Practice times: Today and Saturday, 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. The lone practice on Sunday is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Where: Nova Southeastern University, Davie Admission and parking: Free. Parking provided at the Medical School garage. (The Palm Beach Post)

    'Pain-free' Ginn gains acceptance from team  Jun 9, 2007
    Where: Nova Southeastern University, Davie. Admission and parking: Free. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Military begins dives to save corals from dumped tires off Fort Lauderdale coast  Jun 8, 2007
    The operation involves a partnership of three branches of the military, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Broward County Environmental Protection Department, Port Everglades and Nova Southeastern University. "The process of removing these tires is overwhelming financially," Banks said. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    ITIL, MOF and the Windows IT manager  Jun 6, 2007
    Dr. Stuart D. Galup (D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University) is an associate professor of computer information systems at Florida Atlantic University. He is a Certified Computing Professional and is certified in ITIL. He has held a number of senior information technology positions and holds a U.S. patent. (SearchWindows2000.com)

    Speziale to lead Nocatee high school  Jun 6, 2007
    Speziale has a bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida, a master's degree from Barry University and Certification in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. He is also a graduate of the Harvard Principals' Institute. (The St. Augustine Record)

    Fins to Culpepper: Your future's not here Post a comment  Jun 6, 2007
    Dolphins to Culpepper: Your future's not here - 06/06/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)

    Man, 86, kills chronically ill wife, himself, at Cleveland Clinic, police say  Jun 5, 2007
    Geriatric homicide-suicides usually happen when at least one person "feels that there are no other options," said Michelle Gagnon, coordinator of geriatric clinical services at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. Most suicides do not occur when people are terminally ill, Gagnon said. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Florida university commercialization agreements grow  May 31, 2007
    Universities participating in the survey included Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, Nova Southeastern University, University of Miami, Florida A&M University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida Institute of Technology, Florida State University, University of Central Florida, University of Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida and University of West Florida. Today's Latest News Stories. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    Study: Florida's technology transfer record improving  May 31, 2007
    Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)

    Florida universities see income from technology grow  May 30, 2007
    Greater cooperation between Florida's universities also is fostering an improved environment for tech transfer, said Patrick Hardigan, executive director of health professions division research at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. While research universities are facing a more difficult environment for government funding, more private investors are interested in life sciences and related technologies, said Gary Margules, tech transfer director at University of Miami. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Two OARS varsity rowers earn scholarships  May 30, 2007
    Petra Dojcsak will row with Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, and Kristi Roblin will row with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dojcsak and Roblin have rowed together for the past four years, under the direction of Coach Kirsten Anderson. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)

    Beloved principal hangs up her hat after 11 years  May 28, 2007
    Three favorite books: "Dear and Glorious Physician," by Taylor Caldwell; "Tess of the D'Urbervilles,'' by Thomas Hardy; and "Hawaii," by James Michener. The Cheryl Salerno file Cheryl Salerno, an assistant principal at Mainland High School since 1997, will replace Patsy Graham as principal on July 1. Age: 49 Professional experience: Teacher, Spruce Creek High School 1989-97; assistant principal, Mainland High School, 1997-2007. Education: Bachelor's degree, Marietta College; master's and... (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Separation of church and real estate  May 28, 2007
    Nova Southeastern University law professor Bruce Rogow said the conflicts result from increased rights places of worship have won on both the state and federal level, as well as from the changing face of "traditional" church locations. Pages: 1. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    State's Millions Still Go To Private Colleges  May 26, 2007
    While at the same time, we're limited to charging a little over $3,000. " The state has more than doubled the money it pays in private college tuition grants, from $48 million in 1999 to $102 million in 2006. Nearly 32,500 students benefit statewide. The state pays the money to help meet the demand for undergraduate education. There's not enough money to send all Florida residents to public colleges, and advocates say that $3,000 is a fraction of what it costs to finance a student's education at... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)

    Ulster scientists discover sex secrets of the hammerhead shark  May 25, 2007
    Using DNA profiling techniques to examine the genetic make-up of the baby hammerhead and three potential mothers, the researchers, made up of a team from the zoo, Queen's University Belfast and the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University in Florida, found the infant had no DNA of male origin - eliminating those alternatives. Dr Paulo Prodohl, head of the Queen's research team, said: "The findings were really surprising because as far as anyone knew, all sharks reproduced... (Belfast Telegraph)

    Gov. Crist trims millions for South Florida from state budget  May 25, 2007
    5 million for the University of Miami's Sylvester Cancer Center, $500,000 for a UM nursing program and $500,000 for a Nova Southeastern University international education program. "We spoke a lot about fiscal responsibility and protecting our people," Crist said at a budget-signing ceremony in Tallahassee. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Hammerhead Shark Gave "Virgin Birth" in Omaha Zoo  May 25, 2007
    "We were very surprised to find parthenogenesis in a shark," said Mahmood Shivji, director of the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Florida's Nova Southeastern University. "It has been found in other vertebrates, birds, snakes, reptiles, even some bony fishes, but it has never been described in sharks and rays or in mammals," he added. (National Geographic)

    Captive shark had 'virgin birth'  May 24, 2007
    The investigation of the birth was conducted by the research team from Queen's University Belfast, Nova Southeastern University in Florida, and Henry Doorly Zoo itself. The scientists say the discovery raises important issues about shark conservation. (BBC News -- Science)

    Scientists report virgin shark birth in Omaha  May 24, 2007
    The problem here is that this alternative reproductive pathway results in offspring that have much lower genetic diversity," he said. The paper's lead author, Demian Chapman, who did the genetic analysis while pursuing his doctorate at Nova Southeastern and now directs the shark program at the Pew Institute for Ocean Science, said the reduced genetic variability might pose a problem over time if males become scarce under intense fishing pressure and females resort to asexual reproduction. This,... (San Francisco Chronicle)

    * Shark reproduced without mating, researchers say  May 24, 2007
    Researchers from the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University in Florida and Queen's University Belfast found no male DNA in the female baby shark, which was born in December 2001 and died shortly after birth, apparently killed by another fish. The mother was one of three female bonnetheads, a small hammerhead species, that had been captured in Florida and kept without male sharks for three years in the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Nebraska. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)

    Female shark reproduces without sex  May 23, 2007
    The research was carried out by scientists from Queen's University Belfast, the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University in Florida and the Henry Doorly Zoo. The head of the Queen's research team and the study's co-author, Paulo Prodohl, from the School of Biological Sciences, described the findings as "really surprising". (NEWS.com.au)

    Scientists: Hammerhead shark gives birth without fertilization from sperm  May 23, 2007
    But in the article, a team of scientists from Nova Southeastern University, the University of Miami, Queen's University Belfast and the Henry Doorly Zoo of Omaha report that a genetic analysis proved the pup was the offspring of one of the females only and contained no paternal genetic material. "It now appears that at least some female sharks can switch from a sexual to a non-sexual mode of reproduction in the absence of males," said Mahmood Shivji, a biologist at Nova's Guy Harvey Research... (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Two Viking rowers named CRCA All-Americans  May 23, 2007
    Martina Vlatkovic, Dowling College Rachel Purvis, Florida Institute of Technology Michele Handzel, Mercyhurst College Nicole Felluca, Nova Southeastern University Cheyenne Poskey, Nova Southeastern University Kim Lucy, Rollins College , Western Washington University , Western Washington University Leah Llach, UC San Diego Monica Switick, UC San Diego. WWU four and three-time All-Americans. (Wwuvikings.com)

    Pelicans' frustrations extended by 1-0 loss against El Paso  May 23, 2007
    401 last season at Nova Southeastern University. He put the ball in play Tuesday night, but went 0-for-3. (Pensacola News Journal)

    Shark reproduced without mate - study  May 23, 2007
    The researchers, from Queen's University Belfast, the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University in Florida, and Henry Doorly Zoo in Nebraska, found evidence that sharks can reproduce by parthenogenesis - the development of an egg without fertilisation. It is the first scientific report of such a development. (Irish Times)

    WALKER COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEMS TOP TEACHERS FOR 2007  May 17, 2007
    Ashleigh Swinford Chattanooga Valley Elementary Third grade * Education: Florida State University, B.S. in elementary education; Nova Southeastern University, masters Curriculum and Instruction; Nova Southeastern University (in progress), Ed.S. Leadership and Administration. Certification: K-5, 6-8; math, social sciences. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)

    Laid-Back Chief Just the Man to Save Department Morale  May 14, 2007
    "Education: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Nova Southeastern University; master's degree in human resources management from Biscayne College, which is now St. Thomas University.Hobbies: Camping, kayaking, making stained-glass windows, listening to music, spending time with his children and grandchildren. WINTER HAVEN Winter Haven Police Chief Mark LeVine can find humor in a sour situation.Case in point: His predecessor, Paul Goward, was forced to resign after he sent a department... (The Ledger)

    Broward's housing will be multistory, not single-family  May 13, 2007
    Despite the lack of mass transit, Nova Southeastern University in Davie is moving ahead with plans for a state-of-the-art research center, 22,000 housing units and 11. 7 million square feet of office and industrial space. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Twelve adopted and foster children are living without a mom after accident  May 13, 2007
    A recent car accident took the life of a woman who was a foster parent and adoptive mother to 12 kids. By Kathleen Kernicky South Florida Sun-Sentinel Posted May 13 2007. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

          Schiltz, Schmidt among top 25 at NCAA golf  May 11, 2007
    She stood in a tie for 21st place, just eight strokes behind the leader, Marcia Garcia Austt of Nova Southeastern University. She tallied a 71. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    State schools asked about loan practices  May 9, 2007
    For example, callers to Nova Southeastern University in Davie with financial-aid questions are automatically connected to a recorded line operated by lender Sallie Mae ``answering your call on behalf of the Nova Southeastern office of student financial assistance. . (The Miami Herald)

    Web Extra: Alumna tells women to "Get A Life" in new book  May 9, 2007
    She also earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and will start training in emergency medicine this summer. A wife and mother of one, she said she knows what a busy schedule is. (Northeastern News, MA)

    Luggage handler admits blasting anti-gay Bible verse over speaker system  May 8, 2007
    Anthony Niedwiecki, 40, a Nova Southeastern University law professor who heard the broadcast with his six-year partner, Waymon Hudson, said Monday he didn't consider it a prank. He said he was scared to hear the recording in a baggage terminal with few people and no security nearby. (Sun-Sentinel.com)

    Ginn determined to succeed  May 7, 2007
    " Dolphins mini-camp WHEN, Where 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today, Dolphins training facility, Davie Admission All practices are free. Directions Take Florida's Turnpike or Interstate 95 south to I-595 in Fort Lauderdale, heading west. Follow 595 to the University Drive exit. Take a left onto University Drive and head south for about 1 mile. Nova Southeastern University, the Dolphins' practice facility, is on the left. Parking Free at the Nova Southeastern University Medical School garage, on the east... (The Palm Beach Post)

    Now They Like Principal's Office  May 7, 2007
    " Mastorides said becoming an administrator for special education students after teaching learning disabilities for eight years sparked an interest in becoming a principal. "And the principals I worked under were stars, too," he said, mentioning Alec Liem and Harry Brown at Palm Harbor University High and Peggy Landers of Dunedin Middle School. Mastorides received his degree in education at USF before getting a master's degree in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University in Fort... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)

    Green happy trade still possible  May 6, 2007
    " Beck's inexperience, the speed of Miami's defense and shaky offensive line play led to a number of errant throws and a few sacks on Friday. Beck said he'd improve, and Cameron, who has helped develop a number of Pro Bowl quarterbacks, is a big reason why. "Any time he says, 'Hey, John, come here,' and he wants to tell me something I'm going to have go in my ear and have it stick," Beck said. Noteworthy: Cornerback Andr? Goodman left the field Friday after injuring his left shoulder, which had... (The Palm Beach Post)

    Dolphins mini-camp  May 6, 2007
    PostPix: Palm Beach Post and South Florida Photos. QB Cleo Lemon drops back to pass. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Anti-Gay Messages Played On Florida Airport PA System  May 5, 2007
    " It read: ``If a man has sexual relations with a man as one does with a woman, both of them have done what is detestable. They are to be put to death; their blood will be on their own heads.''Another gay couple, Anthony Niedwiecki and Waymon Hudson of Oakland Park said they were waiting for their luggage at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport when they heard the recording over the PA system. Hudson said he was 'more afraid' than scared by the statements broadcast.The couple, who are... (WTKR.com, VA)

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