President Hanbury’s message of support On Thursday, President Hanbury sent out a message through Sharkmail regarding the murder of George Floyd, the racial injustices in our country and the number of protests that have occurred in an effort to answer questions and concerned voiced by the NSU community. According to his message, NSU “will be […]
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Mental health matters: Free apps to help your mental health
Living in a pandemic is sure to affect us all in one way or another. Amidst all the negative news, conspiracies and counts spiraling broadcasting stations and the Internet, it’s important to remember you’re not alone in feeling the way you feel. Here are some free apps to help your mental health year-round and especially […]
What is the Black Lives Matter movement
Founders:Alicia Garzia, Patrisse Cullors and Opal Tometi Founded: July 13, 2013 The Black Lives Matter Movement (BLM) is an international human rights movement campaigning against the violence and systematic racism that Black people endure. As seen in recent events with the murder of George Floyd, BLM holds protests in an effort to speak out against […]
How to clean out your closet and what to do with unwanted clothes
In the world we live in of fast fashion and social media, there are a few outfits or articles of clothing in our closet we’ve worn and will probably not wear again. With the importance of sustainability and with the help of the Internet, we can clean out our closets, leaving only what we love […]
Quarantine Story: My time in quarantine
Horacia Summers is a senior psychology major at NSU. She is also DJ Black Lotus for NSU’s RadioX. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, my time at home in quarantine has been focusing on spending more time with my family. Unfortunately, what was the everyday hustle and bustle of a college student life, did […]
How to succeed in your summer classes
As the summer begins, many of us find ourselves being flung into an unfamiliar setting: online summer classes. While online classes can be unnerving, these tips and tricks can help you succeed and stay on track in the virtual world. After all, online classes give you the opportunity to be in charge of your education. […]
Current Events: June 2, 2020
Protests continue in cities across the country In the wake of George Floyd’s death, a 46-year-old African-American man who was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, protests have spread across the U.S. in dozens of states. The protests have risen in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and have occurred in major cities […]
Mental Health Matters: Coping with stress: The 4 A’s of stress management
Having finished the semester very differently from others, online and apart, and being in a pandemic having to follow strict guidelines, we’ve all been feeling the stress of COVID-19. Sometimes, stress appears to us in ways we don’t expect or fully understand, but it is crucial to try and manage the stress and find out […]
Where to get free meals in South Florida
As college students, food insecurity is sometimes something we deal with. With COVID-19 continuing to affect us and our communities, we might be even more concerned with food insecurities. Here are some organizations offering free meals in an effort to make sure families aren’t going to sleep hungry. Broward County Public Schools In a total […]
Refresh your summer: Easy DIY drinks
In the South Florida heat, a refreshing drink is the perfect way to cool off. Here are some delicious and easy DIY summer beverages meant to keep you calm and cool. Strawberry watermelon smoothie Watermelon Strawberries Lemon juice Water Honey or maple syrup (optional) Place watermelon chunks and strawberries in the freezer. When frozen, place […]