A Founder’s Journey

Dr. Marilyn “Mickey” Mailman Segal was a visionary developmental psychologist, author, and educator who specialized in early childhood. Segal earned a doctorate in behavioral science from Nova University in 1970 (as one of its first five graduates). In 1972, she was awarded a $500,000 federal grant to produce “To Reach a Child,” a 9-part public television series focusing on the […] Read more

NSU University School Preschool

School Highlights To promote environmental stewardship, the Preschool created a new Outdoor Living Lab.  This schoolyard habitat, certified by the National Wildlife Federation, houses a variety of pollinating plants, edible vegetation, and a pond.  The Outdoor Living Lab is maintained by children and helps them learn about and appreciate their local ecosystems.  Equipment such as digital microscopes are introduced for […]

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The Autism Institute

The Autism Institute, housed within the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, serves families impacted by autism over the life span, including early intervention programs, public and private school options, college support, and support for families. Units within the Autism Institute include the Kapila Family Foundation Starting Right Program, Baudhuin Preschool, Baudhuin Preschool Therapeutic and Support Services, […]

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Pediatric Mental Health Services & Unicorn Clinic

Pediatric Mental Health Services Under the umbrella of the NSU College of Psychology and NSU Health Care Centers, there are 13 pediatric specialties serving children and adolescents on NSU’s Fort Lauderdale-Davie campus. These specialty clinics address the important need for mental health services for children. NSU is proud to offer reasonably priced services to meet the needs of children and […]

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Child Care Training Provider – DCF Grant Funded Program

The Child Care Training Program remains dedicated exclusively to supporting Child Care providers through its high-quality child care training programs. Since the realignment of the program under the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, Child Care Training entered into two new community partnerships to support the community and improve the retention of qualified child care providers in […]

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Applied Behavior Analysis and Child Life Programs

In Fall 2021, the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice launched the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Fellowship program at the Baudhuin Preschool. This fellowship program allows selected fellows from the College of Psychology and the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice to complete ABA coursework to accrue hours towards ABA certification and […]

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Access Plus Program

Access Plus, a program within the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, collaborates with key campus partners to provide social, emotional, and academic support to undergraduate students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and gathering restrictions, the Access Plus program offered the same quality and supportive services through virtual experiences. At the onset of […]

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Baudhuin Preschool, The Academy, & Starting Right Preschool Programs

The Baudhuin Preschool, The Academy, and Starting Right programs, , all within the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, returned to face-to-face instruction in October 2020. Since then, the school has implemented successful procedures in keeping students and staff members safe and healthy. The Baudhuin Preschool maintains its partnership with the Dental and Challenging Behavior Clinics at […]

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HCS Occupational Therapy Program and Rehabilitation Clinic

The Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences Occupational Therapy Program and Rehabilitation Clinic has partnered with the NSU University School for 15 years to provide Occupational Therapy Services in a unique delivery model.  Growing from one to four part-time therapists over the years, these expert Occupational Therapists collaborate with parents and teachers to provide treatment that maximizes student’s ability to […]

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College of Dental Medicine’s Pediatric Dentistry Residency Training Program

Since 2010, the Health Resources and Services Administration has funded the College of Dental Medicine’s Pediatric Dentistry Residency Training Program aimed at treating children with special healthcare needs. As part of this project, a specialized dental clinic was established for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) aged 18 months to 8 years. Treatment at this clinical site involves the provision of […]

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