Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year dedicated completely to love. It is a day to show loved ones how important they are. However, for college students, it becomes more about saving every penny and dime before Feb. 14 comes around. The cliché gifts are a bouquet of flowers, a carton of candy […]
Category: Features
Diary of … a future author
Shanelle Grizzle is a junior biology major from New York City who dreams of becoming a pharmacist. She is the event coordinator chair of NSU’s Society of Anime, Gaming and Entertainment (SAGE) club and is currently writing two books, along with one Internet fanfiction that is in progress. “What should I write next?” That’s a […]
Black History Month in South Florida
We students have busy lives and don’t always have the time to acknowledge the events of the past or our distant cultural ties. But February is Black History Month and it’s the ideal time to connect with an important part of America’s history and origin. South Florida’s own diverse culture has been greatly influenced by […]
Faculty Spotlight: Linda Sobell
Psychology professor Linda Sobell’s initial interest in the subject she now teaches at NSU also happens to be the beginning of a true love story. At age 19, during her pre-med undergraduate studies at the University of California, Sobell was struggling in a human learning course when her professor suggested that she meet with a […]
Wellness Bite: February 3, 2015
“When it is cooler outside, we tend to feel less thirsty. Don’t forget to fill up that water bottle and come to your workout hydrated. If you are dehydrated, your workout will be more challenging; you may feel more tired and hungry.” — Lourdes Perez, group exercise instructor and personal trainer
FAFSA tips from the experts
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2015-2016 academic year opened Jan. 1 for students to apply for state and federal financial aid. Financial aid counselor Samuel Reasee II said that the earlier the FAFSA is completed, the better. NSU’s priority deadline for the FAFSA is April 15. “One of the things […]
Career Corner: Trust the Process: The art of job searching
Searching for a job or an internship can be a job on its own and at times can seem like a process filled with roadblocks when employers do not reach back out to you for an interview. So how do you manage the job search and stay motivated when you are not receiving feedback that […]
How to host an off-campus Super Bowl party
Thanksgiving is over. Christmas is done. And, you are still recovering from your New Year’s Eve party. Time to start thinking about the next big social event: the Super Bowl. The holidays are a time to spend with family, but the Super Bowl is a great way to start the year because you can spend […]
Diary of … the next financial shark
Jacob Silver is a senior business administration major born and raised in South Florida. His hobbies include playing basketball, hanging out with friends and listening to music. Besides being a member of the South Florida Young Professionals, he is a licensed financial advisor and an aspiring attorney. His life philosophy is to not let anyone […]
Sustainability Tip of the Week: Sprinkle, sprinkle little hose
These days, most of us have automatic sprinkler systems that keep our lawns and yards perfectly green for that American dream we’ve chased (and maybe caught!). Automatic sprinkler systems are extremely convenient. However, they can also be a waste of water if you’re not paying attention to the weather. If it is raining every day, […]