The practice of using essential oils has been around for thousands of years with its first documented use for beauty, culinary and spiritual purposes recorded in Egypt around 3000 B.C. Since ancient times, they have continued to be used for a variety of purposes and have recently garnered significant popularity and attention. Their function has […]
Category: Features
Florida’s new abortion prohibition bill and its implications after passing the Texas Heartbeat Act
On Sept. 22, a member of the Florida House of Representatives introduced the Florida Heartbeat Act, a bill that would restrict abortions as soon as six weeks after conception. The bill is reminiscent of the law recently passed in Texas stating that an abortion may not be performed if the medical practitioner has detected a fetal heartbeat or has not performed a test to […]
The extra semester: A guide
Taking an extra semester can occur for several different reasons. It can be caused by not passing a class or not taking a course that causes a delay in a student’s graduation date. Annie Warnimont, edge advisor in the Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS), explained the ins and outs of taking an extra semester. Warnimont went over the pros and cons of having […]
Secondhand shops near you
South Florida may not be the first place that comes to mind when considering secondhand shops but that does not mean that it does not have its own treasure troves. From thrift shops to antique stores, South Florida is home to many items and articles of clothing that people just don’t want anymore. Luckily for thrifters, and other secondhand shoppers, there […]
mRNA vaccines
mRNA, or messenger ribonucleic acid, is a copy of genetic material that is used by cells to code for various proteins produced throughout an organism. mRnA vaccines are a new approach to inoculation, that uses a portion of a virus’s genetic material instead of using a weakened virus to teach host cells to create a specific immune response for the specified virus. According to […]
Hispanic dances: A celebration of culture passed down from generation to generation
During Hispanic Heritage month, it is almost impossible not to talk about one of the most famous traits of Hispanic culture: Dance. Dancing has always been a huge part of Hispanic culture, regardless of the country, and so has music. Like all things Hispanic, these dances were born through diversity. It has gained influences from American, African, European, and local dances, becoming one of the most […]
Gill out: Quarterdeck Restaurants
Searching for restaurants, Quarterdeck caught my eye as their menu looked very appetizing. When I arrived, the customer service was overall good. The waitress wasted no time asking us for our orders and did not mind that my friend had to ask questions because of her peanut allergy. The waitress was exceedingly kind. It took a bit of time for the check to arrive at our table, but she was very nice about it and apologized […]
The disappearance of the coontie plant from NSU and the Atala butterfly
NSU’s main campus boasts a large collection of lush and tropical plants from all over the world, but perhaps the most precious of the plants on campus are the species of plants that are native to South Florida and attract beautiful, and sometimes rare animals. The coontie plant, a native species of cycad, could previously be found in small patches on NSU’s […]
Fall Festivals in Florida
As fall arrives, many may be wondering where they can participate in the seasonal festivals in Florida. Though the weather may not change much, the opportunities do. Florida offers several fall festivals and pumpkin patches that are open for all ages. These festivals include food and activities all exclusive to the fall season and are in person events that will take place with COVID-19 safety regulations monitored. […]
That Time I… stayed in a hostel
As a self-proclaimed avid traveler, I have had the opportunity to cross a lot of adventures off my bucket list. From cliff diving in Jamaica to eating entirely too much gelato in Venice, I enjoy pushing myself out of my comfort zone and trying new things. Until this past summer, there was one bucket list […]