“I just started running track and field in my junior year, and I didn’t get good at it until my senior year so I never had the opportunity to get scouted. Since coming to Nova, being able to be accepted as a walk-on and being able to prove myself to my team was a wonderful opportunity. The process is long and it’s hard, but if you’re a committed student athlete, you’ll go through the process and it will pay off.”
Month: November 2011
Diary of… NSU’s Last Shark Standing winner
This was by far the greatest college experience I could ever have had. I am so thankful for all my friends that supported me and cheered me on, especially Alina. I would also like to say thank you to everyone who voted for me. It means a lot to me and I thank all of you.
Student organization wraps gifts for needy children
Bermudez said, “As a Christian, I think it is important to show God’s love in our world, especially on a college campus. Sometimes people think of us just as a group who gets together for bible studies, but as Christians we have Christ’s love in us, and we portray that to the world, and we are to be a light in the darkness.”
President Hanbury addresses students’ concerns at town hall meeting
“We are trying to raise $100 million and $50 million will go towards scholarships,” Hanbury said. “We need to build an endowment so students can stay here [at NSU] and not have to leave due to financial reasons.” President George L. Hanbury II
South Florida international auto show: Top five vehicles
Cadillac Ciel Concept. Like the name suggests, this is a concept car, and no price or specifications were given. However, one glance at this extraordinary piece of machinery, and you can’t help but be in awe. It looks just like the Batmobile.
“Suck for Luck:” What say you?
“That’s got to be gut-wrenching. As a coach, I hear that, and it’s frustrating. It’s disappointing to hear that fans want them to lose for a draft pick. I think it’s silly. I think you just got to get behind your team [and] support them,” said DePalo.
Top 10 reasons why the Dolphins suck
Remember when they passed on Drew Brees? ‘Nuff said.
Senior duo Rivera and Quaye say goodbye to NSU soccer
“First and foremost, [they’re] outstanding people. [They’re] two great guys — role models, just good people willing to help out.”
Are you ready for some Thanksgiving football?
Three amazing football matchups to watch with loved ones. I can’t wait. While you’ll be busy salivating over the food, I’ll be salivating over these games. Like my boss’s favorite football player (Terrell Owens) once said, “Get your popcorn ready.”
It’s never too early to think about graduate school
“Start as early as possible. You don’t want to wait until the last minute. You want to submit your application on time, have all of your letters of recommendation, your personal statement, and your resume and cover letter ready to go. You’ve got to start early,” said Klimkiewicz.