Being an NSU Shark is something to be proud of. Whether it is your first year or your last, eventually, you will leave NSU, ready to swim into deeper waters and get the career of your dreams. Ever wondered what alumni have done after college and how NSU prepared them for the working world? Hear […]
Author: Flor Mireles
Alternatives: Get your Starbucks fix on a budget
Whether you go to Starbucks every day or save it for special occasions, one thing is for sure: it’s an expense. Starbucks is a go-to spot for coffee and tea for many people, but it really punctures a hole in their wallets. Here are some alternatives that will give you that great Starbucks taste for […]
Freaky features: Seven nights of Tim Burton films
In September, when asked about the lack of diversity in his films, Tim Burton made a statement saying “Things either call for things or they don’t.” While Burton’s lack of diversity in films is a controversial topic, I still wanted to include this piece because I believe his older films should not be canceled because […]
Finding Fitness: Take a hike
Living in South Florida, we are blessed with lots of nature trails. From the beaches to the Everglades, there are tons of beautiful sceneries to walk and find some fitness. Here’s what you need to know. Essentials While Florida is known for its unpredictable weather, one thing is almost always certain: the heat. Regardless […]
International Tidings Oct.20.2020
Putin proposes to extend nuclear arms control pact with U.S. On Friday, Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, proposed to save the last existing nuclear arms control pact between Russia and the U.S. According to the Associated Press, “Putin’s statement comes amid conflicting signals from Russian and U.S. diplomats about the fate of the New START treaty […]
From cosmonauts to artists: Cuba’s influential figures
Ninety miles off the coast of Florida is Cuba, the largest single island of the archipelago and one of the more influential states of the Caribbean region, according to Britannica. From Cuba, many influential figures have emerged that have not only inspired other Cubans to follow their dreams, but have also made waves in other […]
Appreciating sunshowers
South Florida is known for its unpredictable weather. If it’s raining in the morning, give it a couple of hours, and it’ll be hot, muggy and sunny again. While we sometimes associate the rainy days with gloominess, here in South Florida, we see a meteorological phenomenon that allows us to appreciate the rainy days in […]
News Anchor (Oct. 6th 2020)
President Trump and Melania Trump test positive for COVID-19 In the early hours of Friday, President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump told the public they had tested positive for COVID-19 in a tweet by Trump saying, “Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. On Friday night, the President announced he would be […]
Billie is NOT the unicorn of razors, but Dollar Shave Club might be
If you’ve been watching YouTube lately, you may have skipped over some interesting razor advertisements. Two that caught my eye enough to try them were Billie and Dollar Shave Club. I started off with Dollar Shave Club, and eventually, tried Billie. Having tried both for long periods of time, here’s the razor that’s worth […]
Don’t wait till the last minute, professors
There’s nothing worse than feeling like you need to rush through an assignment in order to meet the deadline. It messes with the flow of getting the work done and may leave you feeling like you could’ve done better. Whether you’re like me, who likes to complete assignments before they are due, or procrastinate until […]