Psychology professor Linda Sobell’s initial interest in the subject she now teaches at NSU also happens to be the beginning of a true love story. At age 19, during her pre-med undergraduate studies at the University of California, Sobell was struggling in a human learning course when her professor suggested that she meet with a […]
Month: February 2015
Wellness Bite: February 3, 2015
“When it is cooler outside, we tend to feel less thirsty. Don’t forget to fill up that water bottle and come to your workout hydrated. If you are dehydrated, your workout will be more challenging; you may feel more tired and hungry.” — Lourdes Perez, group exercise instructor and personal trainer
FAFSA tips from the experts
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2015-2016 academic year opened Jan. 1 for students to apply for state and federal financial aid. Financial aid counselor Samuel Reasee II said that the earlier the FAFSA is completed, the better. NSU’s priority deadline for the FAFSA is April 15. “One of the things […]
Career Corner: Trust the Process: The art of job searching
Searching for a job or an internship can be a job on its own and at times can seem like a process filled with roadblocks when employers do not reach back out to you for an interview. So how do you manage the job search and stay motivated when you are not receiving feedback that […]
Coach’s Corner: Yanique Booth
If you can walk, you have to run track. That’s what growing up in Jamaica was like for Yanique Booth, assistant track and field and cross country coach. “From a very young age, they’ve instilled in us that we can be anything we want to be. I remember thinking to myself, what else would I […]
On the Bench: Don’t fire him right off the bat
In sports like tennis and golf, it’s hard to not pin the blame on the individual who loses. Team sports are a bit different because winning and losing are dependent on so many different factors – from players’ personalities to home court advantages, and even luck. But most importantly, it depends on coaches. It’s almost […]
Athlete of the Week: Lorena Spaulding
Lorena Spaulding lives her life between the intensity of playing softball and the thrill of wanting to become a cop. Spaulding, a senior criminal justice major and substance abuse minor, started playing baseball at age 9 and then started playing softball a year later. She also played travel ball and played for the Dominican national […]
RACKS presents an ocean of taste with a side of mingling
To the college students lacking money and wanting food, I present to you, RACKS Fish House + Oyster Bar, located in Delray Beach – pushing the envelope of culinary creativity, resulting in a unique menu, an enjoyable atmosphere and exquisite experiences. RACKS catches and releases an ocean-to-table menu that excites and inspires, offering an array […]
It’s “Ragtime”
Based on E.L Doctorow’s award-winning book, “Ragtime,” the musical, has once again captivated us with its timeless intrigue. Playing from Jan. 28 to Feb. 22 at the Miracle Theater in Coral Gables, this musical portrays the powerful tale of the lives of an upper-class Caucasian family, an African American couple and European immigrants in the […]
Disney love gets a dose of reality
*Spoiler alert* If you haven’t seen “Brave,” “Frozen,” “Maleficent” or “Into the Woods,” beware! It seems that Valentine’s Day chocolates and teddy bears have been on display since before the winter holidays were even over. Now, it’s officially that time of year again — tis the season for romance. But, our typical definition of love […]