Which do you think is the most effective way to test your knowledge of course material: exams, research papers or hands-on projects? Why? “I feel that I learn the material more with papers because I prefer working on them and it requires you to apply your knowledge in an organized way.” Stephen Rafferty, sophomore communication […]
Category: Shark Speak
Shark Speak: February 17, 2015
How do you feel about the fall semester’s increase in meal plan prices in Leo Goodwin and The Commons halls and the mandatory $200 meal plan for the Farquhar, Founders, Vettel and Cultural Living Center halls? “For the students in the apartments, it shouldn’t be forced on them because they have kitchens; you can cook […]
Shark Speak: Valentine’s Day is coming up! What do you love most about being a student at NSU?
[slideshow_deploy id=’12635′] “No matter who you are or what club you belong to, you are accepted. The NSU community is like a family.” -Liz Burbano, junior communications major “I like the fact that our campus is so diverse and has an accepting environment.” -Amelia Ramkissoon, sophomore criminal justice major “Convenience and quality of education. I’m […]
Shark Speak: January 27, 2015
Undergraduate Student Government members want to extend the Shark Shuttle to reach local attractions. What do you think should be included in the new route? “Fort Lauderdale Beach.” Angela Vu, freshman biology major “Sawgrass Mills Mall.” Diana Mansur, senior exercise science major “Young at Art Museum.” Joe Dellavecchia, senior applied professional studies major […]
Shark Speak: What changes do you hope to see NSU make this year?
“I would love for NSU to make the entire financial aid process easier this year. I’ve had to jump through a lot of hoops to get my financial aid. It would relieve a lot of stress, especially for me.” -Emilie DeCarlo, senior biology major “I would like to see more food options made available in […]
Shark Speak: What’s the biggest distraction to you while studying?
“My biggest distraction is this campus. It’s so small that you either run into people you know or get distracted by an event.” Rialto Heller, senior marine biology major “Other people talking loudly is the biggest distraction. Any annoying noise is very distracting; I need complete silence when I study.” Shya Garrett, junior psychology major […]
Shark Speak: With Thanksgiving around the corner, what are you thankful for?
[slideshow_deploy id=’12206′]”I am most thankful for this opportunity to be here. I am an international student, and I am surrounded by a bunch of fantastic lecturers that make this process as easy and smooth as possible for me.” Michelle Thomas, graduate student in conflict analysis “I am thankful for the opportunity to study medicine. It’s […]
Shark Speak: Oct. 21
President George Hanbury is having a town hall meeting on Oct. 27 to talk about NSU one-on-one with students. What would you like to tell or ask him? “I would like to see a larger menu with more variety at the Flight Deck Pub.” Joshua Herrera, junior biology major “The nursing program is […]
Shark Speak: Do you prefer to work individually or in groups?
Linda Kornienko Junior biology major “I prefer to work individually. For me, it’s easier to work around my own schedule instead of having to meet at a time that’s convenient for everybody. It’s easier if I’m free for 30 minutes and I can work and not worry about only being able to work on it […]
Shark Speak: If money wasn’t an issue and you could do anything you wanted for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
“Travel and backpack all around the world.”–Linea Cutter, senior history and political science major “Work on cars and play basketball.”–Tyrel Gordon, junior biology major “I would probably either be a farmer or a poet [to be] in touch with nature and the humanities and focus on what’s really important in life, which is flourishing.”–Derek […]