NSU will host its eighth TEDxNSU event on March 16, 2019, which is co-organized by College of Psychology associate professors Leanne Boucher and W. Matthew Collins. TEDxNSU is a locally organized TED-like event— that’s what the ‘x’ stands for. Anyone affiliated with the university is eligible to give a talk about a variety of subjects, […]
Author: Madelyn Rinka
Easy meals to make in a residence hall
Hungry? UC food got you stuck in a rut? Feel like nothing on the menu is your cup of tea? Don’t fret. Even if you’re known to burn a Hot Pocket, these quick and easy meals are fool proof and accessible. With just a few ingredients and a couple of minutes, you can whip up […]
Top tips for a better beach day
Whether you’re from a land-locked northern state or you grew up in a condo next to an ocean, there’s always a few ways to improve your next beach day. Take a break from classes and head on over to the shore for some fun in the sun. Keep the sand on the beach- not everywhere […]
Keep it fresh and local at these nearby Farmers markets
Farmers markets can be a great resource for local and fresh produce, as well as fresh baked treats, traditional bakery, herbs, spices and anything else the mind can dream of. Taking your weekly shopping list to these vendors can reduce your carbon footprint, expose you to new cuisines and even save on your budget. Check […]
The Nationwide Housing Epidemic
Students fantasize about their college dorm long before they even step foot on campus. What color scheme will look best? Do I really need a mini fridge? What will my roommate be like? Should we match? Many university goers spend the summer before school buying trunks, posters and a plethora of other products to make […]
No end in sight for Florida’s toxic algae bloom
The idea of a beach day might conjure up a variety of imagery: splashing through the waves, shelling or just relaxing on a towel. Usually the most uncomfortable aspect about it would be sand in swimsuit bottoms or a sunburn- not tons of dead animals, stinging sea air and deadly neurotoxins. While Florida’s Gulf Coast […]
NSU Edge promises students the tools they need to succeed
On Wednesday, Aug. 15, NSU unveiled their new brand in the university’s Shark Store in the Don Taft University Center. The new look features slick NSU lettering containing a hidden shark in the “N”, a new CGI animated mako shark as well as new headlines such as “be a force of nature”, “we put the […]
Quick Summer News Catch-up
While NSU students may have returned home for the summer, the university didn’t get to take a break. To get caught up with the school’s happenings, here are a few stories of what NSU accomplished while we were away. NSU Ranked among the Top Universities for Online Education in the Nation NSU has been ranked […]
Changes to look forward to
The 2017-2018 school year has brought changes and new goals to NSU. Over the course of these two semesters, The Current has reported on all of the things students may be able to look forward to in the university’s future — here is a recap of some of the biggest stories. College of Education to […]
Disinfectant chlorine temporarily added to the Town of Davie water supply, citizens told not to be concerned
NSU students and staff have expressed some concern over the taste and smell of the water coming out of the university’s taps. This unusual water isn’t just news for NSU — the entire Town of Davie has temporarily returned to using free chlorine as a part of their annual preventative maintenance from the middle of […]