She’s every student’s dream come true. Nora Ong, professor in the College of Finding the Self, has announced that she will not fail any student who takes her midterm this week because any answer could be the right one. “Truth is really subjective anyway that you look at it,” said Ong. “Facts are malleable and […]
Month: October 2017
Soundbite: “The Bigger Artist” by A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
Bronx rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie released his first studio album “The Bigger Artist” in September. The young rapper collaborated with R&B artists such as Chris Brown and Trey Songz, also sharing ideas with fellow 2017 XXL freshmen like PnB Rock and YoungBoy while staying “Undefeated” with 21 Savage and hitting the album’s most […]
Sports Shorts, Oct. 10, 2017
Women’s Soccer: The women’s soccer team hosted Rollins on Sept. 30 in another SSC match and won with a 3-1 final score. While neither team scored in the first half, the Sharks found their momentum in the second half. The Sharks first goal came in the 66th minute and after a failed penalty kick attempt […]
On Deck, Oct. 10, 2017
Men’s cross country: @USF Invitational Oct. 13 | 6 p.m. Tampa, Fla. Men’s golf: Golfrank Invitational Oct. 9 – Oct. 10 Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Copperhead Championship Oct. 15 – Oct. 17 Palm Harbor, Fla. Men’s Soccer: @No. 8 Palm Beach Atlantic Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. West Palm Beach, Fla. […]
Tips from an avid concertgoer
As a seasoned concertgoer, I know a thing or two about how to make the most of your time at a show. Whether it’s a small local venue or a huge music festival, the same basic tips apply. Check out these six pieces of advice for how to make your concert experience the best yet. […]
‘Esports’ do not have a place in the Olympic games
Last month, Olympic bid committee co-president Tony Estanguet told the Associated Press that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) was planning to speak with representatives from the esports community about possible inclusion in the 2024 Olympic games scheduled to take place in Paris. Later, IOC president Thomas Bach announced parameters for inclusion of the “esports,” stating […]
Shark Speak: What are your opinions on gun control laws in the US?
Elena Kampian, freshman marine biology major: “I think the law should be strict as possible. I know that the U.S. has a lot of restrictions and background checks and stuff. But, you never know what someone’s going to do with [guns]. You’re not going to know if someone’s going to abuse their power. It’s a […]
Columbus Day: A holiday of exploration and exploitation
In 1492, an Italian explorer by the name of Christopher Columbus sailed “the ocean blue” in hope of finding an efficient sea route to Asia for gold and spices. Though his diverged route did not lead him to his desired land, Columbus’s exploration yielded an even more profitable outcome: the “discovery” of The New World […]
How to prepare when midterms are coming
With midterms beginning for most and finals happening for those in eight-week courses, you may be finding yourself cramming for your written exams and stressing over completing your papers and projects. Exams can be stressful, so be sure to prepare for them the best way you can. Check out these tips to prepare for your […]
Shark Shuttle: It’s still broken, please fix it
There has been an influx of residential students this year, so much so that some residence halls in Goodwin are now triples, and some apartment-style residence halls like Cultural Living Center house four students instead of the usual two. It seems like we should be adding more modes of transportation for students who do not […]