Hurricane season, June 1 through November 30, is a time of caution for Florida residents because of the high probability of a hurricane. For those who are new to the state, it is important to know how to prepare for a hurricane. This step-by-step process will help Floridians, both old and new, prepare for and […]
Month: September 2015
Immersion: Trip to the golden age of America
Every other week, The Current will feature an excursion to a different South Florida location that’s a little off-the-beaten-path. Every adventure is tailored to college students, so they’ll be reasonably priced and extraordinarily awesome. From old-as-Earth natural landscapes to hip and fresh locations, our hope is to get everyone a little more immersed in the […]
You just can’t shake her off
Whether you like it or not, you can’t avoid her; Taylor Swift is everywhere. At 25, Swift has created an empire that most people twice her age could never dream of. She’s also a pretty polarizing figure. When “Bad Blood” comes on the radio, there’s usually only one of two reactions: squeals of glee or […]
On the Bench: It’s Not about Brady
Now that the dust has settled over Brady and “Deflategate,” let’s look at the real issues: integrity and intent. We, as fans, believe a sport is a contest of great athletes that play the game fairly. What Tom Brady did or did not do shook this belief. I am not a particular fan of NFL […]
Top 10 Hispanic athletes who changed American sports
Hispanic Americans have been leaving their prints in the world of sports for decades. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring 10 famous athletes who had a big impact on the sports world. Juan Marichal (1927-present) Juan Marichal made his major league debut for the San Francisco Giants against the Philadelphia Phillies on July 19, 1960. […]
NSU celebrates Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Nova Southeastern University kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month on Sunday, Sept. 6 with the annual Argentine film festival and opening reception of “Diversity in Art.” The celebration started with the premiere of “The Mural,” an Argentine film about romance at the Don Taft University Center. Over 150 people attended. Adriana Bianco, actress, journalist and moderator […]
10 Signs you’re a freshman
1. You wear the infamous lanyard around your neck. No worries though, we’ve all been there. 2. You bought all your textbooks from the bookstore 3. You completed extensive school supply shopping 4. You raise your hand and ask your professor to go to the bathroom 5. You spend at least half of your DB […]
Living in an Adderall nation
College is more than a place; it’s a time that mixes the formulas for adolescence and adulthood and creates the combustible solution that we like to call life. For some people, this combustion acts as an energy surge. For others, the combustion is an overwhelming explosion of matter. The biggest part of that struggle […]
All-nighter survival guide
College is infamous for many things—wild parties, hook-up culture and dealing with the lingering pressure to finally figure out a career path—but the one college struggle that affects nearly every student on a regular basis is the mounting workload. Regardless of how organized you are or how effectively you manage your time, it’s nearly impossible […]
On the Bench: Student athletes are not walking dollar signs
As we go to our new classes, we’re sure to see students in athletic uniforms. Most of us can’t help but envy them for their “advantageous college lives,” but we tend to overlook their doubled commitment and halved time. Perhaps the biggest misconception about student-athletes is that they’re walking dollar signs—that is, they’re all living […]