No one ever wants to talk about religion, and, if we do, it’s censored out of fear of offense. But we can’t filter offense. That’s not to be inferred as condoning disrespect of other religions, but, instead, we should feel comfortable enough to express appreciation of other religions that are not our own without fear […]
Month: March 2016
My professor is worth it
Written by Shayla Rooks In a speech to the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards, Secretary Arne Duncan said, “Money is never the reason why people enter teaching, but it is the reason why some people do not enter teaching, or leave as they start to think about beginning a family or buying a home.” […]
Spend a day in career city
Reading about jobs on paper is good, but seeing careers in action is even better. The Office of Career Development has set up an event to show students the day in the life of an employee. On March 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., students can spend a “Day in Our City” at City […]
10 life lessons we learned from ‘Friends’
Most of us belong to that one group of friends with whom we’ll go through thick and thin, who become like family, and who, let’s be honest, we probably know way too much about. As wonderful as these individuals are, there is one group of friends that we can put above the rest and thank […]
Bouncing back from bad midterms
The week before midterms: zombie-like students decipher second-hand notes with gaunt faces and coffee-stained teeth. During midterms week, even the most heathen-like students turn into devout prayers. Fast-forward to the week after midterms, which also has its zombie-like students, but this time, they are deciphering grades with gaunt faces and tear-stained cheeks. Every college student […]
Kesha’s freedom outweighs any contract
Imagine you agree to take on a dog-sitting job for your neighbor. Imagine that the dog is actually rabid and aggressive, and it bites you. Imagine the fear, the terror, the absolute horror that you would feel when you merely thought about being near the dog. Imagine its owner telling you that you couldn’t quit. […]
Rangers ‘MAKO’ wish for children’s charity
Although dressing up as Power Rangers and visiting children is a big part of the MAKO Rangers’ mission, so is fundraising. To raise money for children in need, the MAKO Rangers will host MAKO Week from March 13 to 17. The week of activities will include a dodgeball tournament, a movie night, a game night […]
Shark Speak for March 8, 2016
Why are you grateful for NSU professors? “Many of my professors make big exams such as finals less stressful, and, even though my classes are tough and demanding, I always know that my professors have my best interest at heart and are doing their best to encourage success.” Zubaida El Hage, master’s in business […]
Soundbite: ‘Roses’ by Cœur de Pirate
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 Thursday nights from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. on 88.5FM, bringing you new music you’re sure […]
My Hijab-A-Thon experience
Written by: Kanika Liburd Kanika Liburd, senior legal studies major, is the vice president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Beta Tau Chapter. Liburd participated in a social event that called for non-Muslim students to wear a hijab for a few hours and has decided to share her experience. On Feb. 10, an undergraduate organization […]