1 FIN FAVS II Editors in Chief 46 Shark Bait 50 Gift Guide 62 Last Look SHARKS ON THE SCENE 53 Celebration of Excellence Gala 54 International Dental Program 55 Coral Reef Grant Check Presentation 55 Big Thank You Luncheon 56 Military Affairs Events 58 Orbit Innovation Awards We’re Fast-Moving. Makos are among the fastest, most nimble fish in the ocean. Similarly, NSU leaders, faculty members, and students are quick to see and seize opportunities, accelerating their path to success. They are agile thinkers who relentlessly pursue their goals, regardless of the twists and turns in the world. We Have a Desire to Succeed. Like makos, we are not afraid to chase after what we want. It’s not unusual for the mako to leap 20 feet out of the ocean to catch its prey, and it’s not unusual to hear about people in the NSU family reaching extraordinary heights in their careers, community, or life. We Swim Forward. Because it’s warm-blooded, the mako is free to roam the oceans in a way most other sharks can’t. Mako sharks are known to travel 30 to 60 miles a day, and they always move forward. Likewise, NSU students, alumni, and faculty and staff members are continually exploring new territories. They are raising the bar, breaking new ground, pushing the limits, and changing the game. We’re Across the Globe. The mako can be found worldwide. NSU’s students, faculty and staff members, and alumni represent more than 75 nations. The university has a wide geographic scope, serving students worldwide from one of its many campuses or online. And NSU alumni are spread far and wide, serving, supporting, and creating in communities and countries around the world. We Overcome Obstacles and Adapt. Finally, mako sharks are one of the oldest groups of sharks, having evolved over 400 million years, not only surviving, but thriving. This is exactly the attitude that is found in NSU students. They don’t just swim through life; they are constantly growing their skill sets and learning to dominate in their fields. The NSU community doesn’t just exemplify mako sharks; it comprises top educators, administrators, and researchers who support them—in the wild, and in our dynamic learning habitats. You will hear from them directly in our deep-dive features, our special point-of-view exploration of artificial intelligence, and our shark encounter articles. Fins Up! —George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D. Why MAKO? Consider NSU’s Mako Mantra.
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