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Student Organizations/GBSACarl DeSantis Building
3301 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
gbsa@huizenga.nova.edu
2009 GBSA Officers
Antlee Martial, President
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Akshat Bhargava, Executive Vice President bhargava@nova.edu
As an international student from India, Akshat did his Bachelor in Business Administration with a minor in Economics from NSU, graduating with distinction in July of 2008. He has actively served on various clubs, organizations, committees and programs here at NSU and in the community. In addition, to being the first International Undergraduate Student Government President at NSU, some of his other leadership positions include President Nova International Student Association, Chair Strategic Forum Student Group, Presidential Ambassador, Member Academic Integrity and Captain NSU Ethics Bowl Debate Team. Akshat also wrote his own column in the newspaper called “Ask Mr. Shark©” where he answered student questions. In recognition of his excelled in academics, Akshat served as an Induction Officer for Alpha Chi National Honor Society and is also a current member of Sigma Beta Delta International Business Honor Society, as well as Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society. Akshat also worked as a Business Manager for The Current, student newspaper, where he doubled the revenue in just one semester. Currently, Akshat works as a Scholarship Coordinator for Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation, where he works closely with the organization president, to develop market and promote new scholarships. As well as help in drafting and implementing strategic goals and partnerships for the organization. Further, Akshat plans to maximize his M.I.B.A experience by meeting new people, learning new things, actively participating in classes and once again serving the university he loves: NSU. Also, recently Akshat was chosen as the Huizenga School Student of the Year for all his contributions and accomplishments here at NSU and is once again in the running.
Miguel Govea, Vice President – Eventsmgovea@nova.edu
Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Miguel Govea is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Human Resources Management at Nova Southeastern University, while working as a graduate assistant at the Internship Program Office in the H. Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Miguel completed his undergraduate studies at the Central University of Venezuela, earning his Jurist Doctor Degree in 2003. Before attending NSU, Miguel spent several years practicing for a Venezuelan law firm as a labor and civil attorney, authoring the book “Questions and Answers of the Venezuelan Civil Procedure Law”. To get an overview of the American Legal System, he obtained his paralegal certificate in Houston, Texas, in 2005. Miguel Govea is especially interested in the course “Employee Relations”, and in all the alternate conflict resolution methods, such as mediation and arbitration, to avoid costly litigation in the workplace.
Paola Balaguera, Treasurerpbalague@nova.edu
I am from Bogota, Colombia and moved to Florida a year ago in order to do the Master of International Business Administration Program at NSU. In 2007 I earned my bachelor's degree in Finance and International Relations from the Externado de Colombia University. I was a Credit Analyst with Leasing Bolivar; and when I came to Florida, I worked with the IRS as a part of the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistant) Program. My goal is to apply my knowledge in international banking, especially at organizations such as the World Bank or financial groups like Citigroup or HSBC.
Judith Diaz, Community Service Chairjd1124@nova.edu
I am originally from Margarita Island, Venezuela. In 2001, I moved to the U.S. as I was granted a full scholarship from Laredo Community College, to play tennis and represent the school. In 2002, I became part of Tyler Junior College, is Texas, recognized as the #1 Junior college tennis team in the nation.
Thanks to hard work and dedication, in 2003, the coach of Kansas State University offered me a full scholarship to join the Kansas State Tennis Team starting my journey in Manhattan, Kansas. Being a student-athlete is very demanding, and a high grade point average is required to be eligible to stay on the team. During my last academic year, I was an intern for a recruiting health-care organization in charge of finding prospective candidates and companies requesting their services. In spring of 2006, I graduated from Kansas State University with a dual degree on Management Information Systems, and Management. After graduation, I worked for Sprint Nextel Corporation (Kansas) in the Payments Department to arrange misapplied payments and fix issues in the customers’ accounts. At the end of 2007, I decided to start the MBA as well as joining a part time working professional program at Baker University in Overland Park, Kansas. In October 2008, I transferred to the MBA full time program at Nova Southeastern University.
Heather Lief, GBSA Executive Teamhlief@nova.edu
Originally from Parkland, Florida, Heather graduated Cum Laude from the University of Florida in May 2008 with a major in Finance and a minor in Entrepreneurship. As an undergraduate student, Heather interned with WCI Realty, Inc., Morgan Stanley, and Lord Abbett & Co. She has experience in real estate development, portfolio management, and mutual fund services. While working at Lord Abbett & Co., Heather had to research and prepare mutual fund hypothetical analyses, construct high net worth kits, and present a 15 minute lecture to the partners of the company on a mutual fund. Heather is a highly motivated and driven student who is looking to further her in career in finance. She is currently a member of the Strategic Forum Student Group and the Public Relations Chair for the Graduate Business Student Association at NSU. Her goal is to pursue a career as a Financial Analyst.
Derly Charles, GBSA Executive Team
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Phil Cleland, GBSA Executive Team
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Akshat Bhargava, an economics major, is originally from New Delhi, India. He is a member of the Dual Admission program in International Business Administration. He was inducted into the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society in 2007 and served as an induction officer in 2008.
