Thank you for your contributions to NSU’s Campaign to Preeminence. Read more to learn how the U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings are derived, discover NSU Pride Points, and explore options for a gift to NSU in this message from Vice President of Advancement and Chief of Staff Terry Mularkey.

$145 million in active research grants. 170 grants. 100 different funding agencies. The numbers demonstrate how ingrained research is in the fabric of NSU. Meet Ken Dawson-Scully, Ph.D., associate provost and senior vice president for the Division of Research and Economic Development (DoR). Learn about the DoR’s role at NSU and discover how the university excels in research.

Travis Brooks, a graduate student in the criminal justice program at NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, was awarded The Carl Cecil Eagle Changing Lives Scholarship. Learn more about Brooks, his journey, and his aspirations, as well as the man for whom the scholarship is named.

Once a Shark, always a Shark! Regional alumni networks have formed in Broward County, Miami, Palm Beach, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa, Florida. Participating alumni have the opportunity to learn what NSU can do for them after graduation, network with other NSU alumni, volunteer for service projects, and provide career development connections for current students. These networks have only recently been launched, and we hope you'll join us at our next event in your area.

Interested in learning more? Complete the NSU Shark Alumni Network registration form.