On Aug. 28, Facilities Management was made aware of a policy regarding nighttime student access to the Don Taft University Center and is taking action to re-establish students’ rights. Since 2010, NSU has had a policy stating that after midnight, students are not permitted to be in any part of the Don Taft University Center […]
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Students kick off year with welcome home events
This year, approximately 700 freshman and 300 transfer students will join the Sharks for the 2015-2016 academic year. The year will kick off with a series of back to school events, including Week of Welcome—a week that celebrates the new academic year with activities for the NSU community, and the opportunity for students to win […]
News Anchor for August 25, 2015
Egypt passes controversial law Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi signed a counter-terrorism law last week that gives Egyptian authorities jurisdiction in cases that are usually reserved for states of emergencies. The law allows the authorities to impose fines for journalists if their articles about terrorism-related cases contradict the official version of the case. Many organizations, […]
Student Success Fair aims to teach students tips for success
On Sept. 16, The Office of Undergraduate Student Success will host its annual Student Success Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Carl DeSantis Building atrium. The fair aims to connect undergraduate students to the staff of 18 NSU offices, including Career Development, Henderson Student Counseling, the Office of Student Leadership and Civic […]
Student’s vision for school spirit comes true
An undergraduate student is starting the new academic year off with an accomplishment that benefits the entire NSU community—the opening of NSU’s new Shark Shop in the Don Taft University Spine. Sarah Personelli, junior marketing major, had the idea for the Shark Shop as part of her vision project within the Razor’s Edge Leadership Development […]
NSU modifies tradition for convocation
On Aug. 21, NSU hosted its annual convocation in the Arena at the Don Taft University Center to welcome new students. This year, NSU decided to revamp the tradition to make students feel more included in the NSU community and excited for the new academic year. “I loved the feel and the vibe to it. […]
Race to Presidency: Individual rights
The following topics are related to the issue of individual rights—a primary issue covered by presidential candidates. The stances of the candidates were determined by presidential-candidates.insidegov.com based on speeches, press releases and public statements by each candidate. Individual rights pertain to individuals’ rights to act, work, think and behave without organization or government interference. Abortion […]
NSU opens emergency room
Westside Regional Medical Center Outpatient Emergency Department at NSU opened in the University Park Plaza on May 18. The 12,700 square foot facility is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It includes 16 private treatment rooms, one designated trauma room, a full-service laboratory, a pharmacy, advanced imaging equipment, and emergency transportation for […]
News briefs for August 25, 2015
CCR and hospital updates The Center for Collaborative Research, a facility where students can conduct research alongside organizations and NSU faculty, is expected to be complete by Spring 2016. The proposed plan to bring a new hospital on NSU’s campus is still awaiting approval. Plans for the hospital were put on hold pending hearings regarding […]
NSU Restructured: Get the Facts
Students weren’t the only ones busy growing and making big changes this summer; NSU underwent some major academic restructuring during the past few months. Because most students were away, there will be many surprises this semester. Do not fret—the changes aren’t as daunting as they may seem. Here are the big ways that your life […]