Picture this: you’re out shopping and you find a blouse you really like. You catch a glimpse of the tag that reads “Made in China” and you just go along with your purchase. That tag does not phase U.S. citizens, According to the United States Trade Representative, in 2015, the U.S. imported $482 billion worth […]
Month: November 2016
Speaking of speech…
What do Nicole Kidman, Michael Phelps and Joe Biden have in common? They’ve all overcome a speech impediment or disorder. Although society sometimes acknowledges speech disorders in inspiring movies such as “The King’s Speech” or through unlikeable characters like Barry Kripke in “The Big Bang Theory,” there often isn’t a lot of discussion about what […]
Shark Speak: Community is one of NSU’s core values. As a Shark, how do you contribute to the community?
Sabrina Montiel, freshman biology major “Currently, I am a part of MedLife. We do different activities. I feel like if you contribute to different communities, it helps as one big thing.” Anthony Laboriel, sophomore computer engineering and science major “A couple of weeks ago, I helped feed the homeless in South Florida with my fraternity. […]
Understanding your ballot
With election day right around the corner, many Sharks are preparing to cast their votes on Nov. 8. Although the presidential race has been a hot topic the past few months, voters may be surprised to learn just how much is on their ballot. Not only will voters cast their ballots on commander-in-chief candidates, but […]
Discussing drug addiction
Addiction. It’s a “shush” word that isn’t often talked about openly. Addiction is defined by the National Institute on Drug Abuse as “a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that is compulsive, or difficult to control, despite harmful consequences.” It can be hard to determine if a friend or even yourself has an […]
College must-reads
November is National Novel Writing Month, and what better way to celebrate it than sitting down with a good book? From science fiction to romance, the possibilities are endless. Here are some top picks to give a try this month. “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury, 1953 This novel is a classic. In a dystopian future, […]