NSU Horizons Fall 2006

page 14 page 24 page 8 features 12 A Servant’s Heart • Student volunteerism adds to the college experience and benefits the community. 14 Campus Fusion • NSU’s new University Center serves as a hub for recreation, athletics, student life, and performing arts. 20 Building the Achievement Factor • NSU educators are seeking to determine the best approaches to helping children succeed academically. 24 The Graying of America • U.S. Census indicates more Americans will reach retirement age in the coming years than in any other time in history. departments 2 Letter from the President 3 Opening Remarks 4 Academic Notes • Mailman Segal Institute—Tampa Receives $1.9 Million Literacy Grant • Medical School Dean Named Physician of the Year • CPS Professor Receives Honor for Her Work • NSU Theatre Opens Second Season with Shakespeare • NSU Recognized for Innovations in Urban Education 6 Around Campus • Rushdie Delivers Commencement Address • Siemens Awards Scholarship to NSU • Work on New Residence Hall Begins • NSU Trustee Honored for Public Health Advocacy 8 Spotlight • Psychology’s Indiana Jones • Building a foundation a world away from home • Championing the cause of African women 28 Verbatim • A Silent Farewell 30 Alumni Journal • Compassion from the bench: Reemberto Diaz, J.D. • Making a difference in the Middle East: Khawla Abu-Baker, Ph.D. • Howard F. Baker, Ed.D. 34 Scoreboard • Home Sweet Home contents page 11