Fischler School of Education Student Receives Outstanding Mentor of the Year Award | NSU News Center

Abraham S. Fischler School of Education undergraduate student Simone Graham is a perfect example of how one dedicated and committed individual can positively impact the lives of many. Graham is a participant in the America Reads/America Counts program, a Federal Work Study program at Nova Southeastern University. This dedicated tutor works with 25 students who have been identified with deficiencies in their reading development. The selected students formed an immediate connection with the tutor, encouraged by her warm and caring manner.

Due to her positive influence, each student in her group has demonstrated gains in reading ability and comprehension. The students are excited to work with Graham and she makes sure that she not only follows the format of the program but also ensures that each student's needs are met. The positive energy the students exert in her presence is evident when they return to the classroom and teachers and parents can attest to the value she brings to Tropical Elementary in Plantation, FL.

Tags: Abraham S. Fischler School of Education, Federal Work Study program, Outstanding Mentor, Simone Graham

Source: Nova

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Region 7 Research Conference

STTI 2013 Region 7 ConferenceEpsilon Pi Chapter was well-represented this year at the 2013Region 7 Conference in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Ms. Laura Carter, MSN, RN, not only attended the two-day conference on February 15 and 16, but also presented a research poster entitled "Effect of Physical Activity on Anticipatory Success in Nursing Students." The data she presented were collected in the College of Nursing, at VSU, and represent preliminary findings from an on-going research study in collaboration three other College of Nursing Faculty members, including Ms. Kynthia James, Dr. Maura Schlairet and Dr. Melissa Benton. The Conference included both educational and clinical topics for nurses throughout Florida, Georgia and South Carolina. Among other clinical topics, a team of nurses from Baptist Health of South Florida presented outcomes from an evidence-based early mobilization program for ICU patients. Slides from their presentation and several others can be accessed through the Region 7 website, which can be found here.

Source: Valdosta

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