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Nova Southeastern University

October 26, 2016 Volume 6, Issue 22

Sport and Recreation

Management Newsletter

INTERNSHIPS AND CREDITS:

SPT 2950 - 3 CREDIT HOURS

SPT 4951– 6 CREDIT HOURS

SPT 4952 – 6 CREDIT HOURS

SPT 4950 - 12 CREDIT HOURS

SPORT AND RECREATION

MANAGEMENT FACULTY:

PETER S. FINLEY, Ph.D.

ASSISTANT DEAN FOR

UNDERGRADUATE AFFAIRS

JEFFREY J. FOUNTAIN, Ph.D.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

NANCY J. OLSON, M.Ed., M.S.

PART-TIME FACULTY

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

NCAA FACULTY ATHLETICS REP

NEWSLETTER EDITOR

DAVID SAIFMAN, MS.

ADJUNCT FACULTY

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT

NEWSLETTER OPPORTUNITIES

INCLUDING PRACTICUMS, INTERN-

SHIPS AND VOLUNTEERING, CON-

TACT:

PROFESSOR OLSON

onancy@nova.edu

(954) 383-1132

2016 Broward County Sports Hall of Fame NSU was well-represented at the recent Broward County Sports

Hall of Fame Reception and Induction Dinner. Our table was rec-

ognized during the opening remarks by Hall of Fame Committee

Member, Pat Lawlor. The event was a chance for our students to

network and recognize the achievements of the inductees. This

year’s HOF Class includes the following: Larry Blustein (Media),

Henri Crockett (Football), Zachary Crockett (Football), Keyon

Dooling (Basketball), Damian Huttenhoff (High School Athlet-

ics), Michael Leech (Fishing), Frank Pettineo (Wrestling) and

Laura Rountree (Soccer). The event is presented by the Greater

Fort Lauderdale Sports Development Office. Hats off to BSSA,

Nova’s Business of Sport Student Association. They are actively

participating with local events and getting a variety of experiences

to enhance their classroom education.

Pictured above are (front row): Nicole Cahill, Professor Olson,

Priscilla Suero, and Merle Liivand; (back row): Alex Tabeek, Na-

thanael “Squeaky” Washington, Zachary Pearce, Jason Swafford,

Patrick Lillis and Chad Wright.

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IN THE COMMUNITY

NSU was well represented last Friday at the

First Annual Fire Chief Joseph Montopoli Me-

morial Golf Tournament. Pictured above are

volunteers Jeff Paszternak, Cory Cody and

Professor Olson along with Town of Davie

Councilwoman Susan Starkey. To the right

are golfers Keith Smith, Assistant Athletic Di-

rector for Communications and External Oper-

ations, and Kim Carbo, Assistant Athletic Di-

rector for Marketing, Development and Fund-

raising. The Town of Davie Fire Rescue Be-

nevolent Association and the Davie Cooper

City Chamber of Commerce organized and

hosted the event which was held in memory of

Chief Montopoli who died unexpectedly on

February 1, 2016. Proceeds from the event

will benefit fire fighters in need and the Cham-

ber’s efforts with local businesses. Getting in-

volved with an event like this one supports one

of NSU’s Core Values:

COMMUNITY!

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SUPPORT SAAC’S CLOTHING DRIVE

The Student-Athlete Advisory Com-

mittee (SAAC )is currently collecting

donated clothing and shoes for Breast

Cancer Awareness Month. The donated

items will be sent to the Florida Breast

Cancer Foundation thrift store, where

profits will go toward breast cancer re-

search.

Fill a bag with donated items and drop it off in the pink

bin located in the UC throughout the month of Octo-

ber.

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SITE VISITS

Shawn Stricker (left) is pictured with Carlos, a Special Olympian, at a

recent bowling event at Sawgrass Lanes in Tamarac.

Professor Olson got to see Shawn Stricker in action when she made a

site visit at one of several events which Shawn helps coordinate as part

of his internship with Special Olympics. Although the Special Olympics

office is on campus, Shawn finds himself going to sporting events and

visiting local schools to get Special Olympians involved with a variety

of sports programs.

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SITE VISITS

Pictured above are John Colombo, Director of

Florida Panthers Community Relations & Grass-

roots Marketing, along with NSU intern Matthew

Smith .

The Florida Panthers are back on the ice and things are heating up in the Panthers “den!”

Professor Olson recently visited John and Matthew at the BB&T Center. Matt is busy earn-

ing internship hours as part of the Community Relations Department which works closely

with the Panthers Foundation. Here’s a sampling of how his log reads:

Coordinated Panther Patrol appearances

Fulfilled in-kind charitable requests

Prepared new inflatables for use on game days

Led on-ice instruction for Learn to Play hockey clinic

Assisted with game day activities such as outdoor pre-game party, Zamboni riders and an-

alytics research

Assisted with team signing

Met with A/V department to discuss plans for pre-game outdoor activities on the tarmac

Ordered giveaways for Panthers Patrol

It is obvious that Matt is not only learning about working for a professional team. He is con-

tributing in a very positive, useful way. Good luck to him and Go Panthers!

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HE’S A STAR! Sean Smith is a MBA graduate with a concentration in Sport Revenue Generation.

An internship with the Marine Industries Association of South Florida landed him

a full time position as Director of Membership. Use the link below to take you to

his first episode of “Salty Jobs.” Hey Sean! The Sharks are so proud of you!

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VOLUNTEER

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JOB OPPORTUNITY—MAIN CAMPUS The NSU Recreation and Wellness Department on main campus is looking for a fun, adventurous student to fulfill a position as head of the Outdoor Adventure Program. Job Description: Organize, market and chaperone Outdoor Adventure trips for NSU students. Typically 6 trips are run for both fall and spring semesters. Work with local compa-nies to organize a variety of trips. Set up details such as meals, transportation, equipment, and overnight accommodations if need be. Help plan and market scuba trips upon request. Requirements: Must have Federal Work Study Rescue Scuba Certified (preferred) Willing to chaperone and participate in all trips (such as paintball, snorkeling, moun-tain biking) Endure various weather conditions Knowledge of local area and available activities Willing to work with various departments of NSU Well Organized Start Date: Will be trained through end of this semester, looking to take over for next semester Wage: 11$ an hour Visit our website: http://www.rec.nova.edu/outdoor_adventures/past_trips.html or Facebook page to see what we are all about! https://www.facebook.com/nsuoutdooradventure/ To apply for the job please send a cover letter and resume to Marcela Sandigo at pmarcela@nova.edu

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TICKETS NOW ON SALE

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SPT STUDENTS

SAVE THE DATE

VOLUNTEER!

If you are interested, please let one of your SPT professors know.

Required for SPT 4850 students.

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CONTACT PROFESSOR OLSON IF THIS OPPORTUNITY

INTERESTS YOU.

JUST IN. . . NSU graduate George Heredia had a job interview with Fanatics in

Sunrise last week and is signing an offer letter as we go to print!

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This position was submitted by former Adjunct Professor George Stieren

who now works for the Southland Conference. Contact Professor Olson if

you want more information.

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