NSU Horizons Fall 2018

6 NSU HORIZONS AROUND NSU A Couple’s Shared Love of Reading Inspires Naming of Health Professions Division Library South Florida philanthropists Martin and Gail Press understand the importance of libraries and reading, which is why the Martin and Gail Press Health Professions Division (HPD) Library was named for them. “We were so impressed with what an active and vibrant place it was,” explained Martin Press. “We saw students who were studying to be nurses, physical therapists, physician assistants, and so many other health specialties. Gail and I knew immediately that our support would impact these students, as well as people throughout Florida.” The Martin and Gail Press Health Professions Division Library, which has been designated as a Resource Library for the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM), supports approximately 7,800 HPD students and 1,600 faculty members, clinicians, and medical researchers. Gail Press, who dedicated her life to education, spent her career as a reading specialist and was a full-time professor at Miami-Dade College for more than 30 years. Martin Press is an attorney with the Gunster law firm. The first board- certified tax attorney in Florida, Press has appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court, is frequently quoted in national media, and is considered one of the leading tax litigators in the United States. Welcome New NSU Board Chairman Alan B. Levan Alan B. Levan was named chairman of the NSU Board of Trustees. Levan, who has served on the university’s board for 18 years, has an initial three-year term. Ron Assaf, who recently stepped down as chairman, will remain on the board. “I am honored to continue my commitment to NSU by serving as chairman of the board of trustees,” said Levan. “I look forward to collaborating with leaders across the university and community to build upon the success of those who have served before me.” Levan is chairman and CEO of BBX Capital Corporation, and chairman of Bluegreen Vacations Corporation. He previously served as chairman and CEO of Levitt Corporation and BankAtlantic. NSU Creates Elite Teacher-Preparation Program The Abraham S. Fischler College of Education is proactively working to eliminate the nation’s teacher shortage by creating The Fischler Academy, an initiative aimed at recruiting and training the next generation of teachers. The Fischler Academy is a unique, fast-track program designed for first-time-in-college students who are aspiring educators. The program allows students to earn their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in four years, and guarantees a teaching position in one of Florida’s school districts. A maximum of 100 students are accepted annually into the program, with each receiving an $18,000 annual tuition scholarship. Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in an international travel experience. To learn more, visit education.nova.edu/fischleracademy.