II As I begin my presidency of this remarkable institution, I want to express my deep gratitude and respect to the NSU community—students, faculty and staff members, alumni, and partners—for your dedication and contributions that have brought us to this pivotal moment, poised to become Florida’s top private research university. Our path forward is firmly rooted in a legacy of innovation and success. For 60 years, NSU has stood as a beacon of pioneering achievement in higher education, consistently responding to the evolving needs of students and employers with agility and impact. As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the pivotal moments and the visionary individuals who have shaped our journey, reaffirming our steadfast commitment to leadership in education, research, healthcare, and career readiness. This special 60th anniversary issue of MAKO Magazine pays tribute to the giants upon whose shoulders we stand, while highlighting a recent, extraordinary example of leadership and transformative generosity. David Husman’s remarkable gifts, given in memory of his wife Cathy, exemplify the profound connection between purpose and philanthropy, leaving an indelible mark on NSU’s future. Further reflecting NSU’s influence, five enterprising alumni showcase the impact of our student-centered approach. Their stories span an intrapreneur building a global business, a triple-degree power couple excelling personally and professionally, a pharmacy graduate revolutionizing services across 11 Latin American countries, and a former NFL player turned psychology professor and doctoral student who has traded the gridiron for a mission to help others. Throughout these pages, you’ll also find glimpses of additional milestones and announcements that capture the momentum and vision propelling NSU forward. Together, we honor our past and embrace an even brighter future. As people were fond of saying back in the day, you cannot spell “innovation” without “Nova.” Together, we can build on this legacy, propelling NSU to even greater heights and empowering our students to achieve their dreams. I look forward to continuing this journey with you. Editors in Chief INAUGURAL ADDRESS HARRY K. MOON, M.D., FACS, FRCSEd President and CEO Nova Southeastern University RONALD J. CHENAIL, PH.D. Executive Vice President, Provost, and Chief Academic Officer Harry K. Moon, M.D., FACS, FRCSEd CHAD A. PERLYN, M.D., PH.D., M.B.A. Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer and Executive Medical Director for NSU Health
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