NSU tests emergency notification system The NSU ALERT emergency notification system will be tested on Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. as part of the Emergency Preparedness Plan. Areas to be tested include mass communication services, Public Safety response, Emergency Information Hotline, the main banner on the NSU website, NSU emergency website, social media, Digital signage, […]
Month: October 2015
News Anchor for October 20, 2015
Hong Kong police officers charged with police brutality Seven police officers were charged with reportedly attacking a protester during a mass pro-democracy demonstration in Hong Kong, approximately a year after the incident occurred. On Oct. 15, 2014, activist Ken Tsang was handcuffed and beaten by police. The incident was recorded, and it prompted accusations of […]
You flunked your midterm, what’s next?
Whether you spent the past six weeks preparing or just opened your textbook for the first time the night before, failing a midterm can happen to anyone. So after receiving a low grade, keep in mind that you have only lost one battle, not the war, and by following some simple tips, you will do […]
Excellence looks good on you
Oftentimes, our greatest efforts go unnoticed, so when you receive an invitation to join one of NSU’s prestigious Honor Societies, make sure to take this opportunity seriously. If you are not sure why an invite to an Honor Society is a major accomplishment, let’s break it down. An honor society is an academic organization that […]
Free speech 101: Celebrating Free Speech Week
School systems often prohibit speech that is considered anti-Semitic or anti-Arab in order to ensure that students are not discriminated against or deprived of equal access to educational opportunity. However, that does not mean that students are prohibited from expressing criticism towards foreign countries, even if their beliefs are graphic or offensive. “There is a […]
2016 Race to Candidacy: The more you know
The following lists the remaining presidential candidates and their previous professional experiences, education backgrounds and the top issues discussed on their campaign trails. All information was researched and gathered from their campaign websites and insidegov.com. Hillary Clinton (D) Previous experience: Secretary of State, New York Senator, First Lady of the U.S, First Lady of Arkansas, […]
Turning the page on white male privilege
You’re probably familiar with the synonymous terms “pseudonym” and “pen name.” But did you know that there is a website that will give you your very own white-Anglo-Saxon-Protestant-sounding alias? You can find the website at aaww.org/whitepenname, and it was started by the Asian-American Writers’ Workshop in response to Michael Derrick Hudson’s submission of a poem […]
Run for veterans
NSU’s chapter of Kappa Sigma fraternity will host the annual Zombie Run on Oct. 23 in the Shark Circle to raise money for Military Heroes Campaign, an organization that donates to non-profit organizations who support military veterans and their families. Ben Lowry, sophomore chemistry major and chairman for Zombie Run, said Military Heroes Campaign is […]
Soundbite: Back on Top by The Front Bottoms
Interested in independent music, emerging artists and new album releases? DJ Marie, music director at Radio X, will keep you updated every week in The Current on what’s new in the world of music. You can catch her on Monday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. on 88.5FM, bringing you new music you’re sure to […]
Coach’s Corner: Hollie Bonewit-Cron
Swimming is often considered one of the most difficult sports, but Hollie Bonewit-Cron, head coach of swimming and diving, is no stranger to success in the pool. Bonewit-Cron began swimming at a young age after watching her brother’s swimming career blossom. She strives for success based on the inspiration her brother instilled in her. “My […]