Brianna Erkman is a senior communication studies major who loves going to the beach. She hopes that her story will help students better understand Greek life and maybe even inspire someone to join a sorority or fraternity. Many people think sororities are extremely overrated and some students don’t see the point of joining one. I […]
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Diary of…a YouTube comedian
Stephen Rafferty is a freshman communication studies major. He considers himself to be extremely outgoing and he loves meeting new people. He hopes that his story helps people to see that doing what you love isn’t always easy, but hard work and dedication can lead to incredible rewards. The date was July 8, 2010, and […]
Diary of…a puppeteer
Lilian Monique Valle is a senior sociology and international studies double major in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. She picked up puppeteering at a young age and now uses her talent to teach children in her church. People have asked me what my favorite hobby is, and until a couple years ago, […]
Diary of… a student living in two worlds
Chidi Ogali is a third-year doctoral student in the College of Pharmacy who has a passion for music. When he is not in school or studying, he is producing songs at his house, performing at open mics or playing drums at his dad’s church. He hopes his story will inspire readers. I’m a huge fan […]
Diary of…a fighter
Brandon Jean is a junior finance major, passionate about karate and NSU’s Boxing Club. This passion has taught him about himself and how hard work and dedication can open up a lot of opportunities. Since I was young, I always wondered what kind of person I would be and what stories I would tell when […]
Diary of… an empowered student
Suzi Xayavong is a second-year student in NSU’s Master of Business Administration in process improvement program, part of the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. When she is not busy with school work, she loves to dance. She hopes students who read her story realize that life presents lessons and challenges from which to learn.
Diary of… an opera singer
Junior Rachel Sanville is a finance major and an opera singer. But when she is not using her voice to make beautiful music, Rachel enjoys swimming, dancing, running and lifting weights.
Diary of… a late bloomer
Candace Running is in the public administration master’s program at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. At the age of 54, Running has overcome many obstacles, and has persevered as a non-traditional student to continue her education. She hopes that her story will inspire readers to realize it is never too late to achieve a goal.
Diary of… a boxer
Maeva Paolini is a second-year graduate student, earning a master’s degree in international business. Paolini has had to face many challenges in moving from France to Florida. Now, as a boxer, she uses that same drive and dedication to gain the advantage over her opponents.
Diary of… a sports writer
Alex Gruber is a junior communications studies major. As a sports writer, Alex has learned to use his knowledge and love of sports to create well thought-out, informative articles. When he is not writing, Alex enjoys watching soccer and rooting for his favorite team, FC Barcelona. Alex is also the news and sports program director for NSU’s Shark United Television.