Cancelled internships, closed research and project positions or limits on in-person networking don’t have to put a halt to your professional advancements and career development. It’s no secret that the pandemic has certainly made some aspects of securing these opportunities more difficult and there’s no shame in being disappointed and down about things you were […]
Author: Madelyn Rinka
Staying connected while staying apart: new ways to socialize safely
The pandemic has affected infinite aspects of our everyday lives and it’s no doubt been tough. It’s natural to want to see your friends, either for support or just a sense of normalcy, but that’s not always possible right now. There’s any number of reasons you might not be able to socialize in person — […]
Finding fitness outside: adapting to the pandemic
In the wake of gyms closing and limiting capacities, people have adapted their fitness routines in plenty of creative ways since we began following physical distancing guidelines to help limit the spread of COVID-19. Whether it’s watching live streams of workouts online, looking up new programs to do at home or video chatting with a […]
Letter from the editors – Welcome Back Preview
Welcome back Sharks! I think it is safe to say that last semester ended unexpectedly. We exchanged our classroom lectures for Zoom calls, handshakes for waves and hangouts for physical distancing; but we adapted, and most importantly, we can begin to return to a sense of normalcy — the new normal. It’s a […]
Being vegan in college: it’s possible
Whether you’ve been an omnivore your whole life and want to go vegetarian, you’re just looking to eat more plant-based meals, you want to quit all animal products cold turkey (or cold tofu) or you’re hoping to continue your current lifestyle, I’m here to let you know it’s possible to be vegan in college. Take […]
A beginner’s guide to meal prepping
Going to college can come with a lot of changes. Depending on your situation, you might be living by yourself for the first time, shopping for your own groceries, getting adjusted to a new sleeping schedule and much more. All of these aspects can impact your health. If you’re looking to eat healthy, save time […]
Getting to know SoFlo
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Honors Societies
NSU offers plenty of different honors societies for many programs, all of which are great opportunities for networking, resume building and receiving recognition for your academic accomplishments. Checking them out early on in your college career can help you set goals for your education. For more information regarding honors societies at NSU, check out the […]
NSU’s Greek Life
Sorority and fraternity life isn’t all that Hollywood claims it to be. If you’re looking for friendships, service and leadership opportunities, academic support and more, consider joining one of the following Greek organizations and following them on Instagram. Unified Greek Council The Unified Greek Council consists of several associations and councils and unites the […]
Letter from the editors – Orientation Issue
Hi Sharks, We know this has been a new and admittedly strange time for everyone. It’s hard to imagine that anyone could have anticipated going off to college during a pandemic. We’ve made it through countless Zoom meetings, online exams and what felt like at least a few hundred emails — and here we […]