Frontman and co-founder of the Los Angeles based hip-hop group Odd Future, Tyler Okonma, better known by his stage name Tyler, The Creator, is well known for his controversial lyrics and public persona. Okonma first gained popularity with the dark and depressing subjects he rapped about on his 2009 debut mixtape “Bastard” and his first […]
Month: August 2017
On Deck
Men’s Soccer St. Thomas Sept. 7, 7 p.m. NSU Soccer Complex Ave Maria Sept. 9, 6 p.m. NSU Soccer Complex Women’s Cross Country @ Florida Tech Sept. 9, 8 a.m. Melbourne, Fla. Women’s Soccer Felician Sept. 3, 10 a.m. NSU Soccer Complex Johnson & Wales Sept. 4, […]
Transitioning Into College
Jessica is an NSU doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Program. She currently works as a writing tutor at the Testing and Tutoring Center. College isn’t always easy; you will be challenged in new ways, and that doesn’t always lend to the best academic performance. Here are some things you can do/keep in mind to […]
The beauty of customer service
When you think of any customer service position – be it working in a store or in food service – it’s probably not something you aspire to do. Of course, all work is noble, but oftentimes working customer service is done more out of necessity than passion. However, everyone should work at some kind of […]
Seriously Kidding: Local man says losing eyesight after eclipse was “worth it”
When Ray Madden heard about the solar eclipse that occurred on Aug. 21, he knew that this was a once in a lifetime experience he did not want to miss. “The news barely covered the event, so I was incredibly lucky to see a hoard of people lining up outside by university,” said Madden, a […]
What is Labor Day really about?
When thinking about Labor Day, the first things that come to mind are the numerous pool parties, barbeques and the long weekend off work. But what is Labor Day really about? Meanings can sometimes get lost when there is a tradition of celebrating an event a certain way. From what I remember in grade school, […]
Correction:
In the Aug. 22 issue of The Current, the article “ExEL to become a requirement for incoming freshmen” said that students can contact ExEL advisers for assistance with ExEL opportunities. To clarify, these advisers work in the Office of Career Development in the Horvitz Administration Building and can be reached at 954-262-7201. Also, in the […]
Offshore Calendar
Ed Sheeran Aug. 30 | 7:30 p.m. @American Airlines Arena MIAMI short Film Festival Monthly Screening Aug. 30 | 8 p.m. @Cinepolis Cocowalk Grunge Fest! Aug. 31 | 7 p.m. @Revolution Live “Pay What You Choose” Freestyle Painting Aug. 31 | 7 p.m. @Arts and Crafts Social Club Kendrick Lamar Sept. […]
A glimpse at the future of NSU
Shark Culture 101: Fins Up! Several incoming freshmen participate in a Lip-Sync Battle; an NSU orientation staple. NSU creates bonds, whether it’s through organizations or snow cones. NSU Sharks, no matter which waters they come from, always learn to swim together. Did you know that Sharks can jump? Orientation is the start of memories at […]
Shark Dining offers new menus and venues for the fall
As a result of student feedback from department and Student Government Association (SGA) collaborations, Shark Dining is opening the Fall 2017 semester with new dining options. Replacing Chick-N-Grill, Pizza Loft, Training Table and Food Bar are four new venues planned and designed by Shark Dining called Chef’s Table, Roma’s Italian Kitchen, World Market and Innovation […]