Make way for a bright future in the kitchen and nursery, ladies. Don’t worry about a career; just get a husband and have babies, or, you will be looking at an unfulfilled life of work that might actually contribute something to society. Obtaining both is out of the question; women do not have the capacity […]
Month: March 2014
No need for so much speed
“Need for Speed” couldn’t be more correctly titled. This movie is literally about a group of guys who feel the need for speed in disgustingly expensive cars. Tobey Marshall, played by Aaron Paul, is the leader of the greasers. He’s like the mob boss of the underground racing world. Toby, angered by a tragic event […]
Viral bullying story teaches us how to fight the problem
The biggest lie adults have ever told children is “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me.” Anyone who’s been teased and bullied can attest to the fact that years after they’re heard, words still hurt. That’s why we should keep fighting bullying, the way Grayson Bruce and his mother […]
Yay for the land of the free (tuition)
Do you like paying thousands of dollars for college? Though many teachers from kindergarten to graduate school have told me that there is no such thing as a stupid question, I’m confident in calling the above a rather stupid question. Of course you don’t like paying for college. If students, no matter how rich or […]
American Authors begin to tell their story with “Oh What a Life”
Oh, what a life for the energetic Brooklyn-based band American Authors, who bring a spirited first full-length album and songs to sing along to. The musicians, who formed the band while attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, were destined to compose songs together. Members include lead vocalist Zac Barnett, banjo and mandolin player and […]
Being an “American Idiot”
Get transported to a real-life rock concert. The third national tour of the Tony and Grammy-award winning production of “American Idiot,” playing at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale through April 6, follows three characters, Johnny, Tunny, and Will, as they make their way to New York City to figure out their […]
Spring ahead to an artsy April
Spring is the perfect time to get fresh air, feel the sun shine and watch art come alive. Check out the free upcoming performances and exhibits presented by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. Spring Music Concert When: April 6 at 2 p.m. Where: Don Taft University Center’s Performance Theatre The annual spring music […]
On the Bench: Brasil
In less than three months, the world’s eyes will be cast firmly on Brazil as the World Cup gets underway on June 12. While there’s certainly a lot to look forward to in terms of the action on the pitch, it’s what’s been happening in the build-up to this tournament that is perhaps more important. […]
Athlete of the week: Samira Tanaka
It’s been a trip that has spanned two continents and covered more than 4,000 miles — 4090.7, to be exact. And it has all been worth it for Samira Tanaka, senior business administration major and NSU softball player. Born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Tanaka began playing on the streets or on any field […]
Sharks look to stay warm in NCAA championships
At this point in the basketball season, every team wants to already be hitting its stride. It’s win or go home now for the NSU women’s basketball team, who have won seven games straight, including the Sunshine State Conference Tournament and the South Regional final of the NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Tournament. The Sharks […]