Everyone loves a good bargain. I’d even wager to say that discounted prices are a kind of blessing for many. Black Friday is a perfect example. Black Friday sales make it possible for families to give gifts they may be unable to otherwise. It has the capability of being a beautiful thing, an enhancement to […]
Month: November 2015
How to shop for the holidays on a budget
You’re one of two people. One saves all year to buy everyone he or she loves holiday gifts, and the other waits until December to even think about gifts. Regardless, both are college students who also have to balance work, organizations and spending time with loved ones. Often, no matter how much you save, you […]
On the Bench: Thanksgiving is for family, not college football
Every family has their own Thanksgiving traditions, be it a large feast on a long table filled with enough turkey and stuffing to sustain a small village for days, an early morning game of football or a casual gathering around the TV to watch your family’s favorite team duke it out with this year’s rival. […]
International Men’s Day: Five feminist actors
We know November as “Movember” and “No-Shave November,” but there’s more to it than that. International Men’s Day, on Nov. 19, is a day not only dedicated to men’s health but also “improving gender relations, promoting gender equality and highlighting positive male role models,” according to internationalmensday.com. We often admire celebrities who embody these types […]
Succes Coach: Three easy ways to beat procrastination
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. […]
Ebony language
The African-American culture is comprised of many admired attributes. We are resourceful, exultant, talented and innovative. But the one thing we are not is ignorant. It’s very apparent through various forms of media, including popular TV shows such as Fox’s “Empire” and specific genres of music such as hip-hop and R&B, that the African-American culture […]
Race to Presidency: Fact-checking the fourth Republican Debate
The fourth GOP debate between Republican presidential candidates was hosted on Nov. 10. The following statements were made by candidates throughout the GOP debate, and the verdicts were decided upon by The Current staff after heavy research of reputable sources. Full transcripts of the debates can be found online on CNN.com, The Washington Post and […]
Off Shore Calendar for November 17, 2015
Nov. 17 Music & Dancing Under the Stars @ ArtsPark, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 Motion City Soundtrack and The Wonder Years @ Revolution Live, 6 p.m. 99 Jamz Uncensored starring DJ Khaled @ Revolution Live, 8 p.m. Nov. 19 Art After Dark @ Norton Museum of Art, 5 p.m. The Murder Mystery Company @ Marina […]
Shark Speak for November 17, 2015
I am thankful I attend NSU because… “I am thankful to be at NSU because it gave me the chance to finish my bachelor’s and the ability to pursue my future endeavors. Also, because I get gloating rights about going to one of the best schools in South Florida.” Alex Núñez, senior communication studies […]
News Anchor for November 17, 2015
Record-high greenhouse gas concentration in Northern Hemisphere The World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the United Nations’ weather agency, reported that greenhouse gas concentrations in the Northern Hemisphere peaked yet again in 2014. Greenhouse gases are a group of gases, such as carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane, that collect and trap heat in Earth’s atmosphere, triggering […]