News Anchor for October 27, 2015

Migrants allegedly torch tents in Slovenia Migrants in Slovenia reportedly set fire to tents in a transit camp in Slovenia as a response to the poor treatment they’ve received. Witnesses reported that the migrants torched the tents as part of protest of the slow process of registration and movement to the Austrian border, as well […]

Out of the Sharkzone for October 27, 2015

UCLA kicker clears 60 yard field goal Ka’imi Fairbairn, kicker for the UCLA Bruins, nailed a 60 yard field goal while playing against the California Golden Bears on Oct. 22. Fairbairn made the field goal attempt after receiving a five yard penalty for illegal procedure on the original 55 yard kick. Fairbairn’s field goal is […]

PVA hosts annual Dance Concert

From Nov. 6 to 7, the Department of Performing and Visual Arts will present its annual Dance Concert, a collection of seven dance pieces performed by students, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center. Augusto Soledade and Elana Lanczi, associate professors in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, […]

Celebrity political parties

News headlines are constantly filled with two things: celebrities and politics. As the 2016 election draws nearer, the two topics together are becoming increasingly more relevant. Everyone has a favorite celebrity whom they idolize, but, sometimes, when a celebrity reveals their political affiliation, their fans will embrace them or think, “Wow, really?” Celebrities’ affiliations span […]

Success Coach: Learning when to say ‘no’

My name is April Coan, and I am an academic success coach and the assistant director at the Office of Undergraduate Student Success. Throughout the fall semester, I will offer tips and suggestions in The Current, which will focus on topics like success in college and taking advantage of the unique opportunities available at NSU. […]

Five things you should know about breast cancer

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than just wearing pink; it’s about supporting all those affected by it. Therefore, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about informing the population about this disease that will likely affect […]

Alvin Sherman Library opens new collaborative study room

The Alvin Sherman Library opened its 2,500-square-foot Circle of Friends Collaborative Study Room on Oct. 22 to provide students with a space that facilitates group work. The room, number 3078 on the third floor, is specifically designed for collaboration with ottomans, rolling desk chairs, desks of various sizes, banquets, — which are similar to small restaurant […]