International research company Ocean Exchange is hosting a competition that gives students a chance to win prize money and scholarships. The competition will be held on Oct. 24. through 26. in Fort Lauderdale. The competition will award prizes and scholarships to those who present ideas that will further advance the understanding of the ocean. NSU’s Director of academic support and administration Melissa Dore is familiar with Ocean Exchange’s competition. Dore’s biggest advice is geared towards the concept of presenting rather than the idea itself. “You can have great ideas, but […]
Author: Blake Malick
Out of the Shark Zone – 9/14
Patriots start Mac Jones, release former MVP Cam Newton In possibly the most surprising move of the NFL off-season, the New England Patriots elected to start rookie quarterback Mac Jones week one against the Miami Dolphins. In fact, Jones’ will be the first rookie QB to start a week one game under legendary coach Bill Belichick in New England. In a subsequent move, the Patriots released former MVP and their 2020 starting QB Cam Newton. Newton’s 2020 season was a […]
Recapping 2021’s summer of soccer
After the cancellation of nearly every summer event in 2020, the events were rescheduled for the summer of 2021. As a result, the this summer was one full of soccer. Every day from June 11 to Aug. 1, there was a soccer game happening. Four different tournaments were played in that time frame. What happened in each of the tournaments? Euro 2020 (June 11 – […]
On the Bench: Could Ryan Fitzpatrick win MVP?
Former Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick signed with the Washington Football Team during the off-season. Nobody else I know seems to think this, but I think there’s a possibility that Fitzpatrick could be the MVP of the 2021 season. The Washington Football Team had a hole at QB going into the 2021 off-season. Rather than signing one in free agency or selecting […]
USMNT’s Successful Summer
With World Cup Qualifying around the corner, it is time to look at one of the most successful summers that the U.S. Men’s National Team has ever had. Led by young stars and underrated veterans, what did the USMNT accomplish this summer? Nations league The inaugural season of the Confederation of North Central America and Caribbean Association Football Nations League saw the US […]
On the Bench: Tua Tagovailoa will breakout in 2021
Being the fifth overall pick in an NFL Draft comes with expectations. Being the face of college football and now the face of a franchise that hasn’t had a great quarterback since Hall of Famer Dan Marino can’t be easy. Additionally, having an offensive coordinator that doesn’t believe in you and won’t cater the offense to your strengths […]
Three Fantasy Draft Tips for Football Season
After eight months of no season-long fantasy football, it is finally returning. If you’re looking for any help with your fantasy drafts, you’re in the right place. Sit back, relax and get ready to win your league. In this article, ADP, or average draft position, will be mentioned often in this article. In this scenario, it will be in […]
Inter Miami has found its form
After a nightmare start to the 2021 season, Inter Miami has finally started to turn it around. Many people are asking how the team that once sat in last place put together a solid run, and more importantly, are the MLS Playoffs still within reach? Disappointing start Inter Miami’s start to the season was horrendous. In their first 12 games, Inter Miami came away with […]
College as a Commuter
After you graduate high school, choosing where you further your education can be a difficult decision, especially considering higher education can be very expensive. Thinking financially, I believe it is smarter to save money and live at home while commuting to college. Don’t worry about feeling any less of a student or that you aren’t experiencing college. Being a commuter still gives […]
Internships in a pandemic
As a college student, internships are one of the most important things that you can add to your resume. Internships allow you to experience a career firsthand and learn from those who are in that field. As you go through your time at NSU, depending on your major, you may be expected to complete an […]