As another year comes to a close, it’s that time to reminisce on what happened during 2014. Filled with many memorable moments, the days of 2014 are slowly coming to an end. Here’s a list of some of the best and the worst music, movies, television and moments of the year. Best of 2014 Movies […]
Month: December 2014
Chris Pine and Anna Kendrick make a wish in Disney’s new musical
Before ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” brought our favorite fairytale characters together in one world, the 1987 musical “Into the Woods,” taught us to be careful what we wish for. The popular musical won three Tony Awards after it premiered on Broadway and features songs by the legendary Stephen Sondheim. Disney’s new film adaptation of […]
Letter to the editor
Dear editor, When I heard the verdict for Darren Wilson in the Mike Brown trial, I was upset due to what I felt was an act of disrespect toward black lives. Listening to many young people express their anger and even hate via text message, group chats and social media, I realized that biggest response […]
Faceoff: Just relax
Being in college, I know my friends and I look forward to winter break for months. Going home and seeing your family, relaxing, watching Netflix, seeing hometown friends and, of course, catching up on sleep — what could be better? Though summer vacation is three and a half months long, winter break only lasts three […]
Faceoff: Getting up and getting active
It’s finally December, and you’re about to take your last few finals for the semester. You know what that means? School is over and winter break has officially started. No more homework, no more studying and no more papers to research for. Winter break usually means sleeping in, watching Netflix all day and being lazy […]
Understanding white privilege and race in America
A common misconception is that the end of legal segregation was the end of institutionalized racism in America. But, in reality, 50 years after the Civil Rights Act was added to the Constitution, institutionalized racism still exists, with Michael Brown and Eric Garner as two recent victims. To deny that there is still a race […]
NSU opens new shuttle route
Starting Dec. 8, NSU added the Walmart on University Drive and Griffin Road as a new stop the Shark Shuttle’s Route 2. Assistant Director of Physical Plant Anthony Iovino said the route will be called Shopper Route 2 and will operate everyday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. “Basically the route will travel our Route […]
How to give a gift to the person who “has everything”
The season of gift giving has arrived. Some people, like those who “have everything,” can pose a problem to others looking to find the perfect gift. Instead of overpaying for a gift that will sit in the back of someone’s closet, there are many creative options that can be explored. Photo Gifts For relatives or […]
“FreckleFace Strawberry the Musical” shows that beauty is not just skin deep
If you love the best-selling book, Freckleface Strawberry, written by Oscar nominated actress, Julianne Moore (Linda Partridge in Magnolia), you are sure to fall in love with the musical. It’s a captivating musical that teaches the importance of loving the skin you’re in. Freckleface Strawberry the Musical, by actor, singer, writer Gary Kupper (L.M. in […]
Sunshine vs. Snow
Is anyone else still full from Thanksgiving? I know I am! I think being in warm weather made me eat a lot more than usual. I’m not used to it being late November and not needing a heavy jacket when I walk outside. To be honest, it did not feel like Thanksgiving and it still […]