Saudi Arabia officials to reverse ban restricting female drivers Saudi Arabia announced on Sept. 26 in a royal decree broadcasted on state television that women will be allowed to drive starting June 2018, though there will be some restrictions in place. According to the New York Times, Saudi leaders hope the reversal of the country’s […]
Month: October 2017
Sports Shorts, Oct. 3, 2017
Cross Country: The men’s and women’s cross country teams competed in two meets on Sept. 25 and Sept. 29. At the Trevecca DII Showcase in Nashville, Tennessee, the men’s team placed twelfth overall and the women’s team placed thirteenth. The teams competed again at the FLRUNNERS.COM18 Invitational. Overall, there were four runners that finished in […]
We’re too quick to make decisions on public figures
Celebrities, athletes and politicians are all seen as public figures. Being a public figure in today’s age means upholding to a variety of standards with unwritten guidelines. Sometimes these figures stray from said guidelines and chaos ensues. Reputations are tarnished, jobs are lost and their image in the public eye might never recover. So why […]
Out of the Shark Zone, Oct. 3, 2017
Dwyane Wade signs veteran’s deal with Cleveland On Sept. 24, NBA player Dwyane Wade agreed to a buyout contract with the Chicago Bulls, putting him on the open market in need of a team. Wade received multiple offers from teams such as the San Antonio Spurs and the Golden State Warriors. However, he ultimately turned […]
The Book Shell-f: Jennifer Worth’s “Call the Midwife”
“Why did I ever start this? I must have been mad!” was all Jenny Lee muttered as she rode her bike through the early morning to prepare a home delivery for an expecting mother. It could also quite possibly sum up my initial impression when reading “Call the Midwife” for the first time. But, I […]
Trading beef for broccoli: Advice from a vegan
College is a time of transitioning — from a new environment to new classes to new friends, it’s hard to deny that students experience a plethora of changes during this period of their life. Perhaps it’s time to make an adjustment to your diet, too. Veganism and vegetarianism have been circulating in the news recently […]
Swipe right with your first credit card
Getting a credit card in college is risky, but necessary if you hope to build your credit. If you use credit cards responsibly, you can build credit during your college years and be more likely to qualify for loans for the purchasing of a house or car once you’ve graduated. The trick is knowing how […]
Coffee shop lovers, this one is for you
Coffee, smoothie, and pastry lovers, you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to visit some of these coffee shops around NSU. Even if you just want to grab a coffee on the go, any of these places offer an awesome menu with a variety of treats. Maybe you’re looking for a place […]
On Deck, Oct. 3, 2017
Men’s Cross Country: @ Disney Classic Oct. 7 | 8 a.m. Orlando, Fla. Men’s Golf: vs. Golfrank Invitational Oct. 9 – Oct. 10 Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Men’s Soccer: vs. Barry Oct. 4 | 7 p.m. NSU Soccer Complex vs. Florida Southern Oct. 7 | 7 p.m. NSU Soccer Complex Women’s […]
Call for applications for the Juan Pablo Correa Memorial Scholarship
As of Sept. 25, applications for the Juan Pablo Correa Memorial Scholarship are being accepted. The $1,000 memorial award is presented to an international student leader during the annual Student Life Achievement Award (STUEYS) ceremony in memory of the late Correa. Recipients must be non-citizens who exemplify cultural celebration, awareness and unity and have impacted […]