2019 NSU Fact book

2019 FACT BOOK 1 The 27th edition of the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Fact Book provides perspective on the university’s character, growth, and accom- plishments. The 2019 Fact Book includes narrative, numeric, and graphic representation of the university, including history, characteris- tics, and development of the institution. Data are presented in both tabular and graphic formats to provide pertinent detail, and general trends are highlighted. NSU’s internal and external institutional stakeholders regularly consult the Fact Book . It is referenced when compiling data and information for funding proposals or responding to the planning, budgeting, and governmental compliance requirements of the university. It serves as an oŠcial record of NSU’s institutional status and progress during a given period. Versions of the Fact Book produced over the last decade provide a vital record for purposes of tracking and monitoring progress toward institutional excellence. Appreciation is extended to the institutional eŒectiveness staŒ mem- bers who produced the content, to our partners in the academic and administrative units for their updates and reviews of relevant sections, and to the executive administration for their thorough review of the Fact Book . We hope that you find NSU’s Fact Book useful and informative. Don Rudawsky, Ph.D. Vice President for Institutional EŒectiveness FOREWORD u