NSU Horizons Fall 2018

5 NSU HORIZONS Nursing College Named To recognize the latest generosity of Ron and Kathy Assaf, NSU officially named its College of Nursing the Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing. Their gift will support scholarships for nursing students, provide faculty research support, and bolster community service. “Kathy and I are thankful that we can do our part to help provide exceptionally qualified nurses to meet the growing needs of communities. We were motivated to support a program that will improve the well-being of so many people,” said Assaf. “We hope our commitment inspires others to join us in supporting NSU.” The couple are members of NSU’s Sharks Circle, which recognizes donors who have given $1 million or more to the university. The Assafs have also been honored with the prestigious NSU President’s Community Service Award. New Master of Laws Program Offered at Shepard Broad College of Law The Shepard Broad College of Law announced a new Master of Laws (LL.M.) program. The inaugural class began in fall 2018. The program prepares attorneys for leadership roles in todayʼs fast-paced technological and economic growth market. It is designed to be completed in one year full time or two years part time through online, hybrid, or on-campus options. Students will be able to select their own study focus or choose from one of NSUʼs predefined areas, which include Business and Entrepreneurial Counseling; Health Law; Intellectual Property, Technology, and Cybersecurity Law; International Law; and Litigation and Dispute Resolution. The NSU Edge NSU has launched a new brand campaign that highlights the university’s strengths, and shows how these strengths provide our students with a competitive advantage. The NSU Edge promises a competitive advantage in career, life, and community. Developed with the help of Zimmerman Advertising, the NSU Edge empowers students by allowing them to build their own future, leading to a more meaningful life and career. This promise is demonstrated in numerous ways across the university, from immersive learning experiences to faculty mentoring to community outreach. For example, undergraduate students receive a dedicated, personal career coach to guide them through their time at college; dual-admission programs give students a faster track to graduate and professional schools; and graduate and professional students have opportunities to connect with leading faculty members who have professional experience outside the classroom. As part of the rebranding, NSU has updated its logo and other identity assets. The sunburst logo has been replaced with a sleek new mark. The addition of the word “Florida” on the mark defines a physical location for prospective students who are unfamiliar with the university’s name. The university will be emphasizing its shark mascot as part of a new campaign to rally students, faculty and staff members, alumni, and donors behind the updated brand. The campaign emphasizes qualities that sharks possess, such as strength, intelligence, adaptability, and endurance, and leverages NSU’s ability to create Sharks who can outperform, outsmart, and outlast their competition. NSU’s new logo, shown in stacked and horizontal formats, is one part of the university’s new brand.