From superheroes to fairytale characters to historical figures, actors and actresses often experience the thrill of playing fascinating people. But, talented triple threat Sarah Amengual gets to tackle the challenge of portraying perhaps the most intriguing, admirable person of all: a college student.
Month: March 2013
Jam out to Kendrick Lamar and Busta Rhymes at Shark Jam
Hip-hop artists Kendrick Lamar and Busta Rhymes will perform at NSU’s Shark Jam Winter Concert, sponsored by the Pan Student Government Association, on March 23 at 8 p.m. in the Arena at the Don Taft University Center.
Was it really worth the wait for a table?
Piñon Grill is one of Boca Town Center’s somewhat-hidden gems. Because it is in the same area as Grand Lux Cafe, The Capital Grille and California Pizza Kitchen, Piñon Grill is often overlooked, as those familiar brands stand in its way.
On the Bench: We should be proud of our athletic department
It seems that many NSU students do not take pride in our athletic program. I think this is largely because we are a Division II school and we lack what most major universities have: a football team. What most students don’t realize is that you do not need to have a Division I program in […]
Miami Heat Fan Express
On Feb. 4, during the Charlotte Bobcats game, FOX Sports Florida and the Miami Heat unveiled the Miami Heat Fan Express, a luxury bus designed to transport large groups.
Athelete of the week: Derrick Wood
Junior exercise and sport science major, Derrick Wood has been on track and field teams since sixth grade. He initially took to the track as something to do after basketball season, but it eventually turned into Wood’s ticket to a NCAA scholarship with NSU. He started by running the 110-meter hurdles, but transitioned into the high jump, long jump and triple jump.
Recipe of the week: amaretto chocolate brownies with walnuts
Now that midterms are a thing of the past, a very special treat is in order for anyone who pulled all-nighters, made flashcards and studied day in and day out. Certain foods and beverages scream sweet victory, and for many people, chocolate is at the very top of the celebratory food list and a toast […]
This week in history
March 17,1762 The first New York St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on lower Broadway, organized by homesick Irish ex-patriots and Irish military. In recent years, approximately 150,000 marchers participate in the parade; floats and automobiles are not permitted. March 18, 1967 The Beatles’ single “Penny Lane” reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot […]
Faculty Spotlight: Randolph Braccialarghe
Randolph Braccialarghe has been a professor of law at NSU’s Shepard Broad Law Center since 1983 and a lawyer for 35 years. He practices administrative law, representing lawyers who get in trouble with the Florida Bar, along with lawyers from other states who are trying to be gain Florida Bar certification.
News Briefs
Free career workshop The Office of Career Development will host a career panel featuring human resources professionals in the Don Taft University Center Don Taft Flight Deck on March 20, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. Experts in the field of hiring will advise participants on strategies for landing an ideal job or internship. For more information, […]