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Page 11 Page 9 Page 14 Greek life welcomes new sorority By: Li Cohen are silver, gold and blue; the official On Nov. 4, the Office of jewels are sapphire and pearl; the Student Activities announced that official symbol is the compass. The the sorority Theta Phi Alpha will sorority’s official mascot is the penguin. join NSU’s Greek community in the The Theta Phi Alpha winter 2015 semester. Foundation supports the Glenmary Vice President of Recruitment Home Missioners, a Catholic group for Delta Phi Epsilon Nichole Evans, that establish a Catholic presence in senior biology major, said that NSU small towns in the U.S. where the decided to bring a new sorority to Catholic church is not present, and campus because of Greek life’s The House that Theta Phi Alpha success over the past few years. Built, which supports organizations “It’s time for us to branch out that assist the homeless and and introduce a new sorority onto neighborhood revitalization. our campus for girls who may not There are 26 sororities who are have found their homes with the a part of the National Panhellenic three [social] sororities we already Conference and NSU currently has have here,” she said. “We want to chapters of three of them — Delta give them the chance to reach out to Phi Epsilon, Phi Sigma Sigma and another sorority and see if that’s the Sigma Delta Tau. Upon the decision Theta Phi Alpha, NSU’s new sorority, and their Penguin mascot will join the NSU community next semester. right fit for them.” to bring another sorority to campus, jbgreek.com Although Theta Phi Alpha the remaining 23 PC sororities who that fourth chapter will help us informal recruitment to establish through with, and this gives them a was founded in 1912 by a group were interested in starting a chapter encourage other groups to continue their colony in the winter 2015 chance to create their own ideas,” of Catholic women, they accept at NSU were asked to submit a to raise the bar.” semester. Once the colony meets the Evans said. women of all faith into the packet for review. The packet Theta Phi Alpha and Sigma national organization’s requirements Ashley Crews, graduate sorority. Its mission is to create includes an application, information Sigma Sigma showed much for becoming an official chapter, the assistant for fraternity and sorority close comradeship, to advance about the sorority and what the interest in NSU and were asked first students to join the colony will life, said, “It really is going to be educational, social and philanthropic sorority believes it can bring to the to present information about their be recognized as the founding sisters. another fit for women. It’s not interests and leadership training, to NSU community. sororities the week of Oct. 20. After “It really is an opportunity for necessarily another sorority on encourage spiritual development Director of Student Activities the presentations, the Extension someone who is not in a sorority campus to be competition; it’s and adherence to the highest moral Andrea Kovachy, said, “It’s good to Committee and PC delegates from to create their own leadership another addition to the family.” standards, and to promote lifelong see that growth and show that our each sorority voted on who they experiences because a lot of times For more information on Theta bonds of friendship. sorority community can offer a lot wanted to join NSU Greek Life. sororities on campus already have Phi Alpha, visit their national website The official colors of the sorority for many different women. Adding Theta Phi Alpha will begin their set traditions that they follow at thetaphialpha.org. Out of the Darkness Walk Center. Individuals can register NSU Sharks Take a Bite at By: Erin Herbert by themselves or as a team, and Lambda Theta Alpha Latin can also register and donate at Sorority will host the sixth annual Out outofthedarkness.org. Hunger and Homelessness of the Darkness Suicide Prevention After the completion of the By: Melissa Ospina 6:30 p.m. Representatives from local nonprofit global organization that Walk to raise money and awareness hour-long walk, students will The Office of Student community agencies and nonprofit works on overcoming hunger and for the American Foundation for present various performances, such Leadership and Civic Engagement organizations such as Feeding South poverty in more than 90 countries Suicide Prevention on Nov. 16 from as encouraging songs or speeches, and Alpha Phi Omega will host the Florida, Habitat for Humanity of around the world. Oxfam fights 9 to 11:15 a.m. in front of the Miniaci to spread awareness and support second Annual National Hunger and Broward and Hope Outreach Center, poverty by addressing the causes Preforming Arts Center. throughout the community. Homelessness Awareness Week from will be on-campus to meet and share of hunger rather than distributing The Event Chair Lambda Theta “The performances will Nov. 17 to Nov. 20 to raise awareness with students about their roles in goods. Their goal is to help change Alpha Esmeralda Rivera, senior include people singing and just about hunger and homelessness, both the community and discuss how the public’s approach towards sociology major, said the main goal for being encouraging,” said Rivera. globally and locally. students can get involved and make hunger and homelessness by hosting the walk is to educate others on suicide. “We’re going to have student Aaron Hackman, assistant a difference. hunger banquets at participating “The more people who are organizations table and have an director of Student Leadership “More student awareness, campuses and in communities to educated and understand what suicide activity that the students come and Civic Engagement, said, whether it’s through clubs, raise awareness. entails, the better,” she said. “People up with at their table to get the “It’s certainly a major issue in organizations or them doing work “We don’t do fundraising at should know that suicide is not community engaged and learn the community that needs to be on their own, is something that the Hunger Banquet. Providing something that’s bad to talk about.” exactly what the message is.” addressed. I believe that students are I would really like to see from awareness is a much bigger Rivera said the Out of the The American Foundation for in a perfect place to become involved students,” said Hackman component and we hope that this Darkness Walk is one of Lambda Suicide Prevention is the nation’s and really make a difference, they The Hunger Banquet will be event is a call to action for students Theta Alpha’s signature philanthropy leading nonprofit organization for need to become more aware and rally held on Nov. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. in so they can realize that there is a lot events. Lambda Theta Alpha has research and education on suicide behind that.” the UC second floor lounge. This of need here in South Florida,” said raised $115,000 since 2009, and they prevention. The foundation educates To kick off the week of events, event is free and open to all students Hackman. hope to raise an additional $30,000 people on the causes and warning the Community Affiliate Meet and who register online at OrgSync.com When students arrive at the this year. signs for suicide, as well as how it Greet will take place on Nov. 17 in or show up the day of the banquet Hunger Banquet, they will sign in Registration will begin at can be prevented. Additionally, the the Don Taft University Center on with their SharkCard. The event is with their SharkCard and receive

8 a.m. in front of the Miniaci SEE OUT OF DARKNESS WALK 2 the second floor lounge from 4:30 to sponsored by Oxfam America, a SEE BITE AT HUNGER 2 2 News November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu OUT OF DARKNESS WALK from 1 According to the Center for around $1,500.” AFSP works to help those who have Disease Control, nearly 40,000 The Office of Suicide and been affected by the suicide of a American lives are taken by suicide Violence Prevention offers many loved one. every year. Every minute, at least tools to educate students and faculty CORRECTIONs Post-Doctoral Resident in the one suicide attempt is made and over about the symptoms of depression Office of Suicide and Violence the past decade, suicide has become that can lead to suicide. Prevention Courtney Cantrell, who one of the leading causes for death “We provide different types In the story “Home is where the parties are: Homecoming will be participating in the walk, among college students. of information to students, and Week 2014,” The Current reported that the Anything That said that suicide is a prevalent Members from NSU’s Office act as gatekeepers to notice and Floats Race will be held on Nov. 12. The event has since issue among college students and of Suicide and Violence Prevention recognize the signs and symptoms been replaced with The Shark Race, a tricycle relay race. For that education is a key factor in support and actively participate in the of an individual that might be more information, visit orgsync.com/37641/forms/124604. suicide prevention. Out of the Darkness Walk and other contemplating suicide. The Office of Cantrell said, “The research shows community outreach programs that Suicide and Violence Prevention acts that among the population of 18 to 24 help educate about the prevention of quickly to identify these symptoms In the story “Hanbury addresses student concerns year-olds, suicide is the third leading suicide and violence. so we can provide the individual with at Town Hall Meeting,” a student was misidentified cause of death, and so largely, our role Cantrell said, “A lot of us at the necessary treatment,” she said. as sophomore biology major James Montgomery. The here at the university is to provide the office participate in the walks. For more information, contact student’s name is Tim Bediako. He is a sophomore biology education, outreach and preventative We have several different student Esmeralda Rivera at er653@nova. major. measures to reduce that number, organizations participating this year, edu or visit ww.outofthedarkness.org. especially on a college campus.” and some teams have already raised

BITE AT HUNGER from 1 their life to change, whether it’s interested in learning more about a card with an assigned character. moving from a middle to upper class ways they can get involved. Students are divided into upper, or vice versa,” said Hackman. The Hunger and Homeless middle or lower class based on the During the dinner, Awareness Week will conclude on Intersted in writing? economic status of the character representatives from community Nov. 20 with the screening of the assigned. Out of the students who affiliates will facilitate conversation movie, “Pursuit of Happyness,” attend, the 20 percent in the first as well as a guide group reflection at starring Will Smith and Jaden upper class will be seated in a table the tables. Smith, in the Performance Theater with a table cloth, silverware and a On Nov. 19, the Panel for located in the UC. The film tells the generous, full-plated meal. The 30 Hunger and Homelessness in real-life struggle of a man and his percent in the middle class will be Broward County will be held from son as they deal with homelessness. seated at a table with no tablecloth 4:30 to 6 p.m. in room 1047 of the Carl After the movie, a reflection on the and eat a simple meal of rice and DeSantis Building. Representatives movie and a discussion about action vegetables. The 50 percent in the from nonprofit organizations will be will take place. lower class will be seated on the invited to serve on a panel to discuss For more information contact Contact us for more information floor and eat a small portion of rice. what hunger and homelessness looks The Office of Student Leadership “It effectively shows how life like in Broward County and also and Civic Engagement at slce@ (954) 262-8455 events can impact a person and cause to address questions from students nova.edu or (954)262-7195. [email protected] NSU hosts Diversity Summit

By: Alyssa DiMaria offered will help attendees because the information they learn understand diversity. from the workshops will enable 3301 College Avenue The South Florida Diversity “The workshops are designed them to have skills they need for Student Affairs Building, Room 310 Alliance will host its annual to prompt discussion and inspire their future. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314-7796 Diversity Summit on Nov. 14 action,” she said. “The summit is an opportunity nsucurrent.nova.edu from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Finley said the summit’s to raise a person’s level of awareness Alvin Sherman Library. The event concluding exercise involves and consciousness about human Newsroom Business & Advertising will include various interactive attendees to write a letter to differences, multicultural issues, Phone: (954) 262-8455 Phone: (954) 262-8461 workshops on current issues in our themselves describing what they social justice and being open to Fax: (954) 262-8456 Fax: (954) 262-8456 world today including police abuse have learned and what they plan to learning from one another.” [email protected] [email protected] and racial profiling in Ferguson, do with that information. Finley said a resource guide Keren Moros Editor-in-Chief [email protected] Missouri, the NFL’s response to “The letters will be collected will be available for the educators in players’ crimes, Emma Watson’s and mailed to the attendees at a attendance so they have some ideas Jazmyn Brown Copy Editor [email protected] feminist advocacy, the Trayvon later date as a reminder to follow about how to engage their students in Alyssa DiMaria News Editor [email protected] Martin case and more. through on their ideas of action,” further activity and dialogue after the Li Cohen News Editor [email protected] “The Diversity Summit brings she said. summit has ended. Jessica Gonzalez Features Editor [email protected] people together to have courageous This year’s summit is centered This will be May’s third year Destinee A. Hughes Arts & Entertainment Editor [email protected] conversations about topics that on the theme “Still I Rise,” in honor attending the summit. Randa Djabri Sports Editor [email protected] are often considered taboo in our of Maya Angelou, who passed away “At the end of the event, I Nicole Cocuy Opinions Editor [email protected] culture,” said Allison Brimmer, in May. always hear people say how much assistant professor in the Division “Angelou’s inspiring life and they learned and how much they’ve Amanda Kaplan Multimedia Manager [email protected] of Humanities in the Farquhar work will motivate attendees to get grown as a person. Personally, Rafael Brazon-Di Fatta Chief of Visual Design [email protected] College of Arts and Sciences and involved with local, state or national every time I go, I learn how to move Maria Yunez Visual Design Assistant [email protected] co-organizer of the summit for organizations to work on the issues from tolerance and acceptance Nick Mashburn Business Manager [email protected] several years. that will be presented,” Finley said. of diversity to celebration of Troy Champagnie Distribution Manager [email protected] Brimmer said the summit Jonathon May, Assistant diversity,” he said. Sidney Cook Writer [email protected] allows attendees the opportunity to Director of Student Affairs in the The event is open to the Christa Barone Writer [email protected] be active participants. Health Professions Division and public and will include a free “We will be hearing from co-chair of the event, said the lunch and giveaway. Leela Mansukhani Writer [email protected] experts and seeking each other’s theme shows NSU’s commitment to “Having a wide range of Marilyn Gordon Writer [email protected] perspectives on current events and accepting diversity in our lives. attendees ensures a variety of Shennel Warner Writer [email protected] the experiences of people who are “All the prejudice and perspectives on the issues discussed Melissa Ospina Writer [email protected] very different from us,” Brimmer discrimination in the world has the in workshops, and allows for the Megan Fitzgerald Faculty Adviser [email protected] said. “Attendees will have in- ability to tear us down, yet we are college students to begin developing Michelle Manley Adviser [email protected] depth discussions while gaining resilient survivors,” he said. mentorship skills,” Finley said. a new understanding of complex May said one of the speakers The event is only free The Current serves Nova Southeastern University from its location in Room 310 of the Student Affairs Building. The Current is NSU’s established vehicle social issues.” in particular highlights the theme to students from NSU, Lynn for student reporting, opinion and the arts. All community members are invited The summit will begin with a very well. University, Barry University and to contribute. welcome introduction and icebreaker “This specific speaker Broward County schools. For other Editorials, commentaries and advertisements in this publication reflect the opinions of segment. Then attendees will be able will discuss the time he was attendees, the cost is $20 in advance the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the University or its officials, The to choose from six workshops to incarcerated for several years for and $25 at the door. To register, visit Current staff or other advertisers. The Current will not publish unsigned letters except attend. The day will conclude with a a crime he didn’t commit, then southfloridadiversityalliance.org/ under special circumstances at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief. The Current reserves short exercise to reflect on what they later was acquitted for all charges,” diversity-summit-registration. the right to edit. have learned. May said. “After everything this On the day of the event, check Contributing writers must not be directly involved with their coverage. Coverage Laura Finley, co-chair of the man has been through, he still in will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at by contributing writers must be meaningful and of interest to the NSU community. The Current reserves the right to edit, publish or deny submitted works as it South Florida Diversity Alliance and continues to rise above the hatred the Miniaci Performing Arts Center. sees fit. The Current shall remain free of associations and activities that may member of the planning team for the and discrimination.” For more information, contact compromise integrity or damage credibility or otherwise create a bias, real past six years, said the workshops May said students should attend Finley at [email protected]. or perceived. November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu News 3 on opportunities to travel, but also the fantastic programs NSU offers.” Broaden your horizons during Jones’ role in International NEWS BRIEFS Education Week is to be an The luck of the Irish advocate for travel abroad programs The Farquhar College of International Education Week and the benefits they present for Arts and Sciences and the Alvin undergraduate students. Sherman Library will sponsor an “My role in International Irish Film Festival on Nov. 10, Education Week makes me feel 12 and 14. “Ballyman Lullaby” appreciated because it gives me will be featured on Nov. 10 at 7 the opportunity to give back to my p.m. in Room 4009 of the library, university,” Jones said. “Having the “Bernadette: Notes on a Political chance to talk and reflect on my travels Journey,” will be featured on Nov. with an audience who is interested 12 at 7 p.m. in Room 4009 of the in my experiences gives me an library, and “King of the Travellers” overwhelming sense of confidence.” will be featured on Nov. 16 at 2 “Talking about my experiences p.m. in the Cotilla Gallery in the allows me to prove to the community library. The event is free and open that NSU is home to students who to the public. For more information are intelligent, cultured and aware on the independent films, visit of the world around them, also that sharkfins.nova.edu/?p=26628 or my time spent here at NSU has contact David Kilroy at dkilroy@ inspired me to make a change in the nova.edu or Kimerbli Kidd at 954- Courtesy of edwinblack.com New York Times best-selling author, Edwin Black will visit NSU for a presentation and book signing on Nov. 17. world,” he said. 262-5477. By: Alyssa DiMaria Parra said this week is observed NSU has increased International International student Vanessa Intersted in writing? across the U.S. and in more than Education Week from a single event Duboulay, junior political science Learn about today’s Women In collaboration with students, 100 countries overseas. called Global Village, an exhibit major, said this week promotes in Islam staff and faculty, the Office of “The main goal consists of that highlighted NSU’s cultural diversity on our campus and The National Endowment International Affairs will host uniting different countries and diversity, to a week of campus-wide makes international students feel for the Humanities and the its fourth annual International institutions by showing their events that features the Big Cultural welcomed and appreciated. American Library Association Education Week from Nov. 17 cultural heritage through personal Marketplace Event, an event “International Education will host a presentation about to Nov. 21 with various events experiences, workshops, seminars featuring samples of cultural foods week creates a safe and comforting the importance of the hijab for and presentations to highlight and expositions,” she said. provided by students, faculty, staff environment and provides Muslim women on Nov. 16 at the university’s commitment to International student Marco and local restaurants, the Hunger international students with 2:00 p.m. in Room 2046 of the community and diversity. Baez, senior criminal justice, Banquet, several discussions, study information about the services and Alvin Sherman Library. Ghazala Alejandra Parra, associate history and international studies abroad opportunities and more programs NSU offers,” she said. Salam who is the community and director of the Office of International major, said this week makes him events to celebrate the various Duboulay said international government relations director for Affairs, said International Education feel recognized, and he loves that cultures on campus. students bring diversity to our the Council of American-Islamic Week is an opportunity to reach out NSU is hosting these events. Andrew Jones, senior political campus and provide opportunities Relations Florida Inc., will present to people in every nation and to “Some students may feel science and legal studies major for other students to open their the speech. Refreshments will be develop a broader understanding of depressed because they are very and vice president of NSU’s minds and get to learn about served. For more information, call world cultures and languages. far away from home, so it can be International Relations Association, different cultures and traditions. 954-363-4637 “The campus-wide events comforting for them to feel like said through the opportunities NSU “We give the student body the throughout International Education someone cares,” he said. offers, he has been able to travel opportunity to work on tolerance Music by students, for students Week will highlight NSU’s Baez said it’s important for to more than 22 countries while communication skills as understanding NSU’s Pro Musica Chamber international initiatives that support NSU to celebrate international accumulating credits for both of his one another becomes crucial when Ensemble, a student instrumental our mission and core values,” she said. students because a university without bachelor’s degrees. people coming from different group, will perform in the Don The U.S. State Department diversity is incomplete. “International Education Week backgrounds interact,” she said. Taft University Center on Nov. 13 and Education Department started “We live in a global era; the more gives students who are interested For a full list International at 8 p.m. The concert will include International Education Week exposed to different cultures you are, in doing what I have done the Education Week events, visit nova. Percy Grainger’s “Shepard’s Hey,” in 2000 to celebrate and raise the better — international students opportunity to do so,” Jones said. edu/internationalstudents/edweek John Philip Sousa’s “Semper awareness of the world’s cultures, provide a great learning atmosphere “The workshops throughout the or contact Parra at parrapar@nova. Fidelis,” and Gustav Holst’s “Suite people and languages. for the university,” he said. week not only present information edu. in F.” The performance is directed by Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct Professors Phil Bracken and Casey Maltese. The performance is free and open to the public. For more information, Author Edwin Black to contact Associate Professor Bill Adams at 954-262-8025 or [email protected].

Man sentenced for murder of NSU professor By: Alyssa DiMariaspeak and at NSU will discuss the post-war creation affects my family and friends, so he said. Randy W. Tundidor, the man Nathalie Moreau of Israel and its role in today’s it’ll be good to hear what he has Campbell encouraged who murdered NSU professor The Farquhar College of international law, the Fourth to say.” attendees to have an open mind Joseph Morrissey in 2010 was Arts and Sciences will welcome Geneva Convention, international Jason J. Campbell, assistant during the discussion, as well as sentenced to death on Nov. 8. His New York Times best-selling criminal court, the peace process professor of conflict resolution the question and answer session. son and accomplice, Randy H. author Edwin Black for a lecture, and his most recent book and philosophy in the Graduate “It’s more important to Tundidor, pleaded guilty to second question and answer session and “Financing the Flames.” School of Humanities and Social listen to the lecturer speak than degree murder and was sentenced book signing on Nov. 17 from 3 Rosenblum said Black’s ideas Sciences, said the international constantly question his thinking,” to 40 years in prison. The senior to 4:30 p.m. in Room 3018 of the are controversial, but a university is events Black will be discussing Campbell said. “Attendees, who Tundidor, Morrissey’s tenant, Alvin Sherman Library. the best place for hearing ideas that impacts students in a great way choose to ask questions, should stabbed the professor in his home. Don Rosenblum, dean of the audience may not agree with. and allows them to make change. be very concise with the way they He then set the house on fire while the Farquhar College of Arts and “He pushes the margins of “We live in a globalized world, ask them.” Morrissey’s wife and child, who Sciences, said attendees will his research writing,” Rosenblum which means globalization is an Rosenblum said he has had was 5 at the time, were inside, but create a new connection to the said. “Nobody is obligated to agree economic reality of the 21st century,” the pleasure of meeting Black. they escaped. people and places in our world. or disagree with him, but gaining Campbell said. “Students are able to “Black realizes that many “We can’t always get every a new insight into someone else’s expose their beliefs to a global audience people may feel differently than he Calling all singers student out into the world, but ideas is an amazing experience.” through social media, but, our means does about the topics he discusses, Auditions for the opportunity we can bring parts of the world Ana Maria Barragan, of social media is both the greatest which is why he will definitely to sing the National Anthem at into the university,” Rosenblum senior biology major, said she and worst vehicle for change. If we are stick around and talk to anyone the Team 2020 Celebration, will said. “Every time you hear an is unfamiliar with the work of constantly distracted, then there isn’t the who wishes to ask him additional be held on Nov. 24 from 6 to 7 inspirational speaker, like Black, Black, but is aware of the topics opportunity to make change.” questions or are looking for a p.m. in Room 309 of the Don Taft you never let go of the experience.” the author will discuss and is Reading the book isn’t personal conversation at the end University Center. This is a great Black’s work focuses mostly interested in hearing his necessary to attend the event. of the discussion,” he said. chance to showcase your talent in on corporate criminality and view point on the political unrest However, Rosenblum said The event is free and open to front of an appreciative audience. corruption, genocide and hate, in Venezuela. attendees should come eager to students, faculty and the public. For more information, please governmental misconduct, human “The situation in Venezuela embracing challenging ideas. For more information, contact contact Bill Adams at wadams@ rights and academic fraud. His was talked about for a while, but “The audience will notice Isabelle De Castro, graduate nova.edu or 954-262-8025. work has been published in the now no one talks about it anymore that as Black’s discussion unfolds, psychology program enrollment United States, Israel and Europe. and the situation hasn’t been they will gain more information coordinator, at 954-262-8361. During his presentation, he improving at all,” she said. “It and the world will seem smaller,” 4 November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu

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located in the Not valid with any other off, one coupon per customer, Atrium Centre coupon must be presented at time of purchase 4801 South University Drive #123 Davie, FL 33328 November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Features 5 Diary of...a journalist By: Li Cohen Every time a news story pops editing process is also known as Li Cohen is a sophomore up on my phone or online, the first the “stress the writer out until all communication studies major and thought I have is, “How does this of her hair is pulled out” phase a news editor at The Current. She is apply to me and my peers?” and because once the article comes also a member of Sigma Delta Tau, then almost immediately after, I’m back with comments and edits, Razor’s Edge and the president sending an e-mail to the editor-in- all of the relief and happiness of the NSU chapter of Society of chief of NSU’s newspaper to see felt after its original submission Professional Journalists. if I can write about it for the next is completely gone. This is the When I was in high school, weekly issue of the paper. time when we have to take a step I imagined that college would When a story gets approved, back and refocus because, in all be this amazing place where I there’re a lot of steps that go into honesty, it really sucks when could express my independence finalizing the article. there’s a lot more work to be done; by sleeping in, going to class a The first step is to find all the however, we fight through the few times a week and maybe a background information available disappointment and conquer the working a small job on the side if to get an idea of who needs to be article every time. it wouldn’t get in the way of my interviewed for more information The writing cycle is “me time.” and what they need to be asked. completed about four times per Boy, oh boy, was I wrong. Interviews have to be set up as writer for every issue of the My day begins at 5 a.m. every soon as possible because people paper. That means four times as day with the same routine: wake don’t generally respond to emails many edits, four times as many up, drink coffee, get ready, drink or phone calls right away and we interviews and four times as many more coffee, go to work and write have a tight deadline to meet. mixed emotions each week. As articles, have another cup of joe, After three to four interviews stressful as it is, the end result go home and write some more, are finally conducted for an is worth all of the hours spent in rehydrate to even out the coffee, article, it is time for the best part the office because when the paper go to class, and finish the day with — writing the story. The article is comes out and you see your name one final brew and some edits. generally between 500-700 words under a headline, all you can think This routine is not what I and includes all the “meat” to the is, “Wow, I actually did it.” expected, but it just so happens story. The story must consist of The best part of being in this to be a routine that I stumbled all the current and background field is that every day is something COURTESY OF LI COHEN Li Cohen is a sophomore communication studies major and a news editor at The Current. upon and that I have a passion information, quotes and any new. I never walk into the office for. Being a journalist is so much other facts that may positively with the same exact task as the day more than early mornings, late contribute to the story. before. Every day I meet someone many things since I started on this field and, when that alarm goes nights and hours upon hours spent Once the first draft is different; I hear an interesting path, but the most important thing off every morning, I can’t wait to at the office. It’s a career that can complete, it is submitted for story; I learn about something new is that I have a purpose. Writing get to the office, coffee in hand, never get old because new things three rounds of edits by the and I fall more and more in love has gone beyond being my greatest so I can fulfill another perfectly are always occurring — 24 hours a copy editor, editor-in-chief and with my job. passion into being my home. I imperfect day. day, seven days a week. the newspaper’s advisers. The Journalism has taught me so can’t imagine myself in another 6 Features November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Feminism or equality? By: Rosie Khachatryan extreme idea of what feminism actually means and what it attempts to accomplish. Feminism has been around for decades, yet Concannon said, “Negative assumptions has recently come into light again in pop culture. about feminism and what it actually means To battle misconceptions about feminism, really prevent people from organizing around a pop culture icons like Emma Watson and common cause.” Beyoncé are helping to clarify what the term Lauren Garcia, sophomore legal studies feminism means and just what exactly it means major, said, “I don’t judge people when they to be a feminist. say they aren’t feminists because many people Emma Watson campaigned to gain the have different ideas of what feminism is. So support of one billion men and boys to be instead of attacking them I ask them what advocates of gender equality, while Beyoncé they think feminism means. From there, I try showed her stance on feminism when she to tell them the real definition. It doesn’t mean performed in front of a massive projection of the that you hate men; it just means that men and word “feminist” at the 2014 VMAs. women should be equal.” Kathleen Waites, professor at the Farquhar Despite the recent appearance of the term in College of Arts and Sciences, believes there is pop culture, some people simply do not understand a tension between those who think feminism what feminism really means. When male NSU is over and those who believe there are still students were asked “Are you a feminist?” most numerous problems against women that needs were quick to say no and did not want to be quoted to be addressed. in The Current. One man asked, “Don’t you have “To address these problems, people feel to be a woman to be a feminist?” like they can’t use the word feminist because Leo Seman, junior biology major, used it’s such nasty term. They don’t know what the to think that only women could be identified word really means. They just think it’s women as feminists, but after he heard the definition hating men, and that’s just fundamentally of the term, Seman said he definitely does wrong,” said Waites. believe in gender equality and believes a Waites said because of popular media woman is equal to a man and should be given and myths, feminism has threatened traditional the same opportunities. masculinity and the traditional way of life. After surveying about 10 to 15 men on When women become more involved, rather campus who were mostly reluctant to answer than taking the role of being housewives, people the question, “Are you a feminist?”, Austin feel threatened by the change. Wagar, senior information technology major, “Feminism is about women having equal said, “I believe in equal rights for men and rights, not taking the power from men, but women, so I am a feminist.” Sustainability Tip of the Week sharing it,” said Waites. “It really is basic Concannon said, “Gender inequality and human rights, not just with women but sexism is simply harmful for everyone. We By: Leela Mansukhani homosexuals, women of color, and everyone need to educate people on an ongoing issue.” having the same shot.” By bringing together both men and Organic… Or Not? Kelly Anne Concannon, assistant professor women, feminists hope to end the “us vs. These days, almost everything in the grocery store is offered in a at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, them” mentality. conventional (meaning non-organic) and organic versions. However, said she believes students have a negative and buying all organic can become pricy, so it’s important to know which food items are best to purchase organic. After examining pesticide residue testing data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) ranked fresh domestic and imported produce based on how much residue was found on each. These rankings are called The Dirty Dozen and The Success Coaches’ Clean Fifteen. The Dirty Dozen is the top 12 produce items containing the most pesticide residue. These items include: apples, strawberries, Playbook grapes, celery, peaches, spinach, sweet bell peppers, imported nectarines, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, imported snap peas and potatoes. Kale, collard greens and hot peppers are not in the top 12, but were often found Your learning style to have insecticides toxic to the human nervous system, so these should be purchased organic as well. The Clean Fifteen are the 15 produce items that are non-organic but safe to buy: avocados, sweet corn, pineapples, By: Gabby Grant cabbage, frozen sweet peas, onions, asparagus, mangoes, papayas, kiwis, eggplant, grapefruit, cantaloupe, cauliflower and sweet potatoes. Check How do you learn best? You may find yourself having a out the EWG’s 2014 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce at ewg. hard time retaining information while listening to class lectures or org/foodnews for more information. rereading assignments a few times to recall the information. These issues may be surfacing because you have a specific learning style that helps you retain and learn information. There are three different styles in which most individuals learn: visual, auditory and kinesthetic. Visual learners learn through visual representation. Graphs, charts, and pictures easily make sense to them. The visual learner has an easy time with memorization of the written word and remembers things when they are written down. Auditory learners best understand information when it is heard and spoken out loud. These learners appreciate when instructions are read out loud and find recording lectures helpful. “Food is fuel so if you want to work out longer and be stronger, be Kinesthetic learners like a hands-on approach to new sure to eat prior to exercising. A full meal can be eaten three to four material. Demonstrating something versus explaining it comes hours prior and a snack one to two hours prior. Hydrate with water easier to a kinesthetic learner. When covering new material, these throughout the day. If you are taking two or three classes back to learners absorb better while doing something active like reading back, have a small snack in between classes: a small piece of fruit on a treadmill. Understanding your learning style can help you become a or half a granola bar and water. This will replenish your energy and more successful student. To learn more, make an appointment prevent lightheadedness and fatigue.” with your academic success coach. Marilyn Gordon, yoga instructor and registered dietician FacultyNovember 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Spotlight: 7 Terrell Manyak

By: Jazmyn Brown that the area was also suffering said. “The Paraguayans took me from deforestation. Makerere back into the rural country to For Terrell Manyak, professor University provided a converter really see what life was like and of public administration at the for human waste that turned it the challenges they face.” H. Wayne Huizenga School of into methane gas, which could be He came to NSU after being Business and Entrepreneurship, used instead of wood as a source chair of the business department the call to travel and change the of energy. at Lewis-Clark State College in world one country at a time is “You start out with one little Idaho. The college’s mission was impossible to ignore. project that leads to another that to provide distance education “I tell people that if you leads to another, and then all this opportunities throughout the want to broaden your mind, go stuff is so systemically related state, similar to NSU. This is what to Europe,” Manyak said. “If you that it’s really hard to get on top attracted Manyak to the university. want to change your mind, go to of. But if you don’t solve all of “The more I learned about a place like Paraguay or Uganda, these problems, the good that you NSU, the more I said God was COURTESY OF T. MANYAK Professor Terrell Manyak teaches at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and because you see the world with a did destroys itself,” Manyak said. guiding me in this because this Entrepreneurship and has been to about 80 countries. whole new perspective.” “When we finally finished this university really fit my philosophy people,” he said. read, and after a month, they read Manyak has been to about project, 300 local villagers came of education,” Manyak said. Manyak is also adept with their books to a black stallion. 80 countries and is always ready out to say thank you to us; that was Manyak started the Rotoract home repair, including tiling, Reading to the stallion removes for another trip, some of which very touching. They were sincere. Club at NSU and enjoys working plumbing and electrical. this barrier, and after that, they involve public service. We really did change their life.” with the group. He encourages “One problem with teaching can begin to learn, he said. In 2008, he undertook a Manyak’s other trip to every student on campus to get is that it never ends. And every Manyak believes that project in Uganda where water Paraguay as the adviser to NSU’s involved with the community now and then, you need to tear everyone should strive to learn would be provided to an area Rotoract Club, a community service-based organization, as down something in your house more about the world. near Lake Victoria. The project service organization, was an eye- the members do so many things and rebuild it so you can see a “I was just born with a genetic involved building latrines to opening experience for him as to support the community in and finished product,” he said. defect that says you have to keep keep the water supply clean, the it showed him that there are also around NSU. Locally, Manyak promotes moving; you have to keep seeing construction of a cistern next to a problems and challenges that “They really live my idea of literacy with a program called these places,” he said. “One thing school so that children could bring countries outside of Africa must the motto ‘Service above self.’ Black Stallion, which has made I learned when I was very young: water home after school, and the face. These kids are bright, smart and breakthroughs with children who when a window of opportunity establishment of a task force to “That trip was very interesting energetic; I envy them. If we could are too afraid to read aloud in comes, take it. That window will keep the water supply clean. After because I had never explored that do one hour a week, it would be class. Children are given books close, and you may not get that all of this was, Manyak learned part of the world before,” Manyak amazing what we could do as a that they are expected to learn to opportunity again.”

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ISAAC_Nova_Southeastern_University_10-25x7-95.indd 1 10/1/14 8:03 AM 8 Sports November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Natalie Melcher By: Sydney Cook to get focused.” Volleyball became sophomore Natalie Melcher’s life at the young age What music motivates you? of 13-years-old. “Upbeat music motivates me. Melcher, who majors in Music I can dance to.” international studies, was born in Crimea and moved to Israel at just Who is your favorite volleyball 1-year-old. player? She attending a volleyball “Logan Tom. She’s an outside tournament when the coach of the Israel hitter on the U.S. women’s volleyball National Women’s volleyball team team. I must admit, though, Blake noticed her height, approached her, and Griffin is my favorite athlete of all offered her a position on the national time.” junior team. “I had never played before. He If you could play another sport at only scouted me for my height, then he NSU, what would it be? taught me how to play,” said the 6 foot, “Track and field because we run a 2 inch athlete. lot during our practices here so I think After joining the team at 13, I’d be good at short-distance sprinting.” volleyball became Melcher’s life. She lived at an international boarding school If you could travel anywhere in the for special athletes where she went to world where would you go? school and trained for volleyball. “I’d love to go to New Zealand There she had the opportunity because I enjoy the movie ‘The Lord of to play for Israeli coach Mario Tebit, COURTESY OF G. JAVIER the Rings’.” Natalie Melcher hopes to take volleyball to the next level after graduating from college and play in the Olympics one day. who helped lead the U.S. Women’s Volleyball team to a silver medal in the If a movie were to be made about 1984 Olympics. said Melcher. was not the right fit for her and became Are you planning to play volleyball your life, who would play your role? “He shaped me into who I am While in the military, she was also a NSU shark. after college? “I would want to play myself.” today,” Melcher said. in the process of studying for and taking I was lucky enough to sit down “I will probably play because At 16, she moved up from the the SAT to prepare for college. with the strong-minded student athlete it is an easy way to make money. If I What is your most memorable junior team to the Women’s National After serving in the military, and ask her a few questions. could play beach volleyball in Israel moment in volleyball? team and was on the team until she was Melcher took her talents to the or Europe and have the opportunity to “Winning the Israeli Cup and the 19. At the age of 18, Melcher joined the University of Central Florida in the fall What is your favorite part of the go to the Olympics, I will. But I would championship in the 2012-13 season.” military where she stayed for two years, of 2013. game? rather have a regular job.” which is the mandatory minimum for “It was hard to come back after the “Defense because I love diving How would you describe yourself as Israeli women. military,” she said. and I feel like defense is the heart of the Do you have any pre-game rituals? a volleyball player? “I lost some of my volleyball skills She was a redshirt on UCF’s game. If a player knows how to play “24 hours before the game I try to “I play with heart and give due to being busy. I didn’t do much volleyball team, and, after a year, she good defense, that player has a lot of collect myself and make sure I am calm. everything while on the court.” exercising or practicing volleyball,” decided the shining armor of a knight heart.” I also listen to motivating music and try Sports Intramurals SCORES Nov. 5 shorts Coed Recreational Volleyball Women’s basketball ACE Inhibitors vs. Chaotic Commuters: 2-0 The women’s basketball team fell to the University of Miami 69-42 in their preseason game at the Bank United Center. Coed Competitive Volleyball Defending Champs vs. Dream Team: 2-0

Men’s Competitive Flag Football Mental Blockers vs. 4th and Gold Crown: 34 vs. 0 Mental Blockers vs. Da Spartanz: 7-6

Men’s Recreational Flag Football Show me them TD’s vs. Breaking-Bradshaw: 41-0 We Dem Boyz vs. Breaking-Bradshaw: 36-0 Men’s soccer Soccer players Sierra Lelii, Nicola Brivio and Andrea Giombetti Coed Competitive Flag Football were named to the 2014 All-Sunshine State Conference teams Palpation Temptation vs. Challenge Accepted: 9-0

Coed Recreational Flag Football Fried Chicken Cutler vs. ESSO bone crushers: 37-0 Nov. 6 Men’s Compettive Flag Football Challenge Accepted vs. ALL EYE DO IS WIN: 14-7 Deeez Three’s vs. Smooth Intubators: 13-7 The men’s soccer team advanced to the 2014 Sunshine Coed Recreational Flag Football State Conference Tournament semifinals after the Sharks’ 1-1 draw with Rollins ended with NSU taking a 5-4 advantage Deep Penetration vs. Team I-PHiT: 33-6 on penalty kicks. Team I-PHiT vs. FIJI/DPHIE: 21-6

Coed Competitive Volleyball Pink Eyez vs. Dream Team: 2-0 Pink Eyez vs. Notorious DIG: 2-0

Coed Recreational Volleyball Soy Milk. Tu el cereals vs. FIJI/DHPIE: 2-0 Back That Pass Up vs. Spikeaholics: 2-1

For more results, visit nsusharks.com November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Sports 9 ON THE NSU to honor alumni during Homecoming By: Sydney Cook Alumni Achievement Award BENCH NSU Athletics and Alumni recipients during halftime of the Commentary by: Relations will honor NSU alumni men’s game in the Arena at the Don Christa Barone during Homecoming Week with Taft University Center. several events. “By recognizing these The 2014 MLB season came game since its creation, the high price fair share of controversy in the On Nov. 13, NSU will salute individuals in front of the study body, with many changes, including and heavy reliance on players has 2014 season, but perhaps the most 17 alumni, one from each college on NSU is seeking to inform students instant replay, but perhaps none caused the league to look into better frustrating for players, coaches and campus, at the Distinguished Alumni of the greatness NSU has produced more controversial than the new rule protection. But is this protection fans were the two controversial Achievement Awards. The entire through these graduates as well as regarding home plate. According necessary? In May 2011, Giants calls at home plate. The first was on NSU community is invited to attend build a connection between students to rule 7.13, a runner may not catcher Buster Posey was brutally July 31, 2014, in a game against the the formal ceremony from 6 p.m. to and alumni,” Stamper said. “deviate from his direct pathway injured after he was struck by Scott Cincinnati Reds. Todd Frazier hit a fly 9 p.m. at the Grande Oaks Golf Club. Alumni Relations will also to the plate” and a catcher may not Cousins, then Florida Marlins ball to right field, where it was fielded The entry fee is $60 per person, which host a Club Room Social for the “block the pathway of the runner outfielder, at home plate. In August by Giancarlo Stanton, who then threw includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live alumni during the two Homecoming if he is attempting to score” unless 2012, Yadier Molina, catcher for to Jeff Mathis at home plate, beating music and valet parking. basketball games. The first 150 alumni in possession of the ball. The rule the St. Louis Cardinals, was injured runner Zack Cozart home by a solid Director of Alumni Relations RJ to RSVP will receive free admission, was created to protect catchers, but at home plate after he was struck lead. The umpire ruled the play an Stamper said the event will start with a food and drinks. Alumni must email without a more effective system in by Josh Harrison. But how often do out, ending the inning. The umpires in pre-reception as people arrive at Grande [email protected] or call 954-262- place to determine the call, the rule home plate collisions occur? MLB New York then proceeded to review Oaks. President George Hanbury 2118 to make reservations. causes more controversy than it’s reports that 50 percent of concussions the play for an outrageous six minutes and Vice President for Advancement The men’s team will take the meant to prevent. occur at home plate. However, this and 10 seconds, overturning the play and Community Relations Jennifer floor first at 4:30 p.m. against Johnson If this new rule is here to stay, includes batters hit by pitches and and calling it a run. Marlins Manager O’Flannery Anderson will speak and University. The women’s game will certain things need to happen. catchers hit by foul balls. There are Mike Redmond ran out of the dugout recognize each alumni. follow at 7 p.m. as they take on the Umpires need instructions on how to no statistics detailing the frequency in protest. The umpire can clearly “The alumni are excited to be University of Alabama, Huntsville. call plays at home plate, catchers need of home plate collisions; shouldn’t be seen calling the overturned play recognized by NSU in this capacity During halftime, of the women’s clarification on what can and cannot that be taken as a sign that they do not “bullsh-t” repeatedly, agreeing with because the Distinguished Achievement game, the 2014 Homecoming Court be done, and runners need to learn happen that often? Redmond. Clearly this is not a matter Award is the highest award a graduate will be introduced and the winners will proper ways to approach the plate. With the salary of MLB catchers of a team being sore losers, but of a from NSU can receive,” said Stamper. be announced, including a prince and Before the 2014 season, there averaging tens of millions of dollars, it league not being properly instructed “They are also excited to be back on princess for each undergraduate class was no rule preventing catchers is no surprise teams want to ensure the how to interpret a new rule. Where is campus, to be with some of their former and a homecoming king and queen. from blocking the plate or runners safety of their players, even if it means the second instance? Or was each call professors, and also to be a part of these Assistant Athletic Director from plowing through catchers in an altering the rules. If a player is injured, a separate instance? homecoming activities.” for Marketing, Development and attempt to receive a safe call at home. they are still paid whatever their Rule 7.13 has great intentions and Among the recognized alumni are Fundraising Kim Carbo said, “Both Since the very beginning of baseball, contract states, regardless of games appears to be here to stay. However, recording artist Griffin Anthony, who games will feature giveaways, players have been taught to play the played. Therefore, management has unless catchers, runners and umpires will be awarded for his achievements contests, and prizes. Admission is free game a certain way, thus developing to pay the injured player’s salary and are given explicit instructions on what after graduating from the Farquhar to NSU students, faculty and staff with a set of instincts that dictate how they find a replacement. This leads to the is expected of them, we can expect College of Arts and Science in 2007. a valid SharkCard.” play the game. conclusion that the rule is made to more ridiculous six-minute replays While at NSU, he also played on the For additional information, nova. So why was the rule created protect the organization, not so much and a ton of controversy next season. baseball team. edu/alumni/events or call 954-262- in the first place? While home plate the players. On Nov. 14, the 17 graduates will 2105. collisions have been a part of the The Miami Marlins had their be recognized as the Distinguished Fresh Food Tropicalwith a Twist Located on the corner of 10% University & Stirling Tropical Smoothie Café discountwith your 5780 S. University Dr., Suite #106 Davie, FL 33328 NOVA ID! 954-880-0840 www.tropicalsmoothie.com 99¢ 99¢ Any Flatbread Any 24 oz. Smoothie with the purchase of 24 oz. Smoothie with the purchase of a Smoothie

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We often view our sports figures as super beings. Perhaps that’s why we feel the loss so deeply when their lives are taken away by tragic accidents. It would seem to us that the privilege of being a super being on earth must come with immortality — if only. Every year, at least one sport faces the sudden death of an athlete. As we briefly reflect upon their lives and accomplishments, we can’t help but COURTESY OF GOLFWEEK.COM think of what achievements they could Erica Blasberg have accomplished if they were still alive today. Here are five lives we lost Arvelos, his 18-year-old girlfriend, national league. too way too soon. perished in a horrific car accident in the COURTESY OF USATODAY.COM streets of the Dominican Republic, his Sarah Burke (1982-2012) Sarah Burke Brad Halsey (1981-2014) place of birth. Taveras’s untimely death Canadian freestyle skier Sarah The former major league pitcher brings back the incredible memories Burke’s death was another dreadful died recently after falling from a 100- of his incredible minor league career. incident. The 29-year-old’s death came foot cliff near his Texas home. The Over the course of his career, he batted after her vertebral artery was torn in a 100-foot cliff was part of a private a combined .320, .376, .516 (.391 crash at the bottom of a superpipe during property and it appears as if he was on a weighted on-base average) and had training. This led to severe bleeding in recreational climbing trip. The 33-year- over 1,860 plate appearances. That’s an the brain, which caused her to go into old was a former New York Yankees honorable 5-year career. cardiac arrest. The six-time Winter X and Long Island Ducks pitcher. He Games champion will be remembered was selected by the Yankees in their Peter Biaksangzuala (1991-2014) for the legacy she left for women in eighth round of 2002 amateur drafting, The 23-year-old Indian soccer superpipe skiing, as she lobbied to add and he then pitched for the Ducks in player’s life ended a few days after superpipe skiing to the Winter Olympic the Atlantic League in 2009. His last he scored an equalizer for Bethlehem Games program, noting that no new professional baseball appearance was Vengthlang FC against Chanmari West infrastructure would be needed. Her with the Yankees Double-A Trenton FC a few weeks ago. Little did he know argument eventually won over Olympic affiliate in 2011. that celebrating his goal on the field officials and the superpipe event was COURTESY OF THESPORTSBANK.NET would cost him his life. The defensive implemented in the Sochi Games this Oscar Taveras Oscar Taveras (1992-2014) mid-fielder passed away five days after year where she likely would’ve been The baseball world recently his somersault goal celebration went the gold-medal favorite. Nevada home one afternoon. The or whether her doctor had something mourned the tragic loss of Oscar wrong on the field. While many of his coroner determined that she died by to do with her death, as he allegedly Taveras, the Cardinals’ outfielder, who teammates awaited his recovery, the Erica Blasberg (1984-2010) suicide by asphyxiation with a toxic prescribed the anti-anxiety medication had a bright future awaiting him. The way he died came as a big shock to The 26-year-old Californian combination of medications in her that she took. Her accomplishments 22-year-old’s death hit us all by surprise people all over the world. The rising golfer was found dead with a plastic bag system. To this day, there are still doubts included playing for the LPGA tour and as we learned that he and Ydelia soccer star’s dream was to play in the secured over her head at her Henderson, as to whether she decided to take her life earning over 60 trophies in golf. November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Arts & Entertainment 11 The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Truth about Tinder Destinee A. Hughes By: for an attractive guy, and he swipes connection? And most importantly, Who says we have to rely on right for me, then it’ll open up a chat “Is he a psycho killer looking for serendipity to find true love when session between the both of us. A the perfect victim?” Those three we have smartphones? Gone are the chat session won’t open up if only riveting questions were exactly days when dressing to impress at the one of the players swipes right; it why it took me one full month to supermarket was the only option of must be a mutual attraction. actually meet someone from the running into a potential date. Now, a It wasn’t long before I had app. I was at ease about meeting up quick swipe to the right could land my first match; there were a nice with one of my matches because I you a date in under 10 minutes. selection of guys on the app, and I had thoroughly done my research. Dating apps have been on the was taking full advantage of my Facebook? Check. LinkedIn? Check. rise over the past few years, and opportunities. It was something Instagram? Check. 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I was connects to your Facebook account there was an immediate connection. highly entertained, and must admit to help match you with other singles Getting a match on Tinder that my confidence has skyrocketed. in your area. Depending on your isn’t difficult at all; finding a match Tinder is great for killing time and settings, Tinder can match you up on Tinder who is respectful is the chatting with locals and is a fun way with potential love interest as close COURTESY OF camfoundation.com challenging part. My inbox was full to figure out your likes and dislikes Swipe right for a match made in digital heaven. as 5 miles or 50 miles away. Tinder of racy messages, overused pickup in a future partner. However, finding is perfect for shy people who tend to dating world. be lying if I didn’t admit that Tinder lines, and a handful of “Hi, how a potential love interest may be have a little more confidence flirting When it comes to dating apps, didn’t pique my curiosity. 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$1795 95 $$ 95 $ 95 DSS 1719 DSS DSS 17 $ 95 $ 95 DSS 19 DSS DSS DSS 19 DSS DSS November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Arts & Entertainment 13 Rock island: Interview with Mikey Carvajal of Islander By: Destinee A. Hughes the Dominican Republic, but they What made you interested in moved to Queens, New York, and then rock music? With the release of their debut moved down to South Carolina. Then “Going back to my brother, album “Violence and Destruction,” new my dad met my mom, learned to speak growing up, he had all this music lying rock band Islander has been making Spanish and here we are.” around his room. And at the time I didn’t major musical impressions in the rock like music. But he started taking me to community with their hit song “Coconut Why do you call shows, and the first show I went to was Dracula”, which has more than 180,000 yourselves Islander? MxPx, and I hated it. Then when I was views on YouTube. The band has even “The guitar player was playing 13, he took me to see Quana Lakes and been called “a sick band with a CD full guitar one night and he saw a coaster Peter D at a small pub where there was, of great songs” by Korn guitarist Brian for a beer called Islander IPA and we like, 150 kids, and it was awesome. I “Head” Welch. I spoke with lead singer needed a band name, and he saw that guess that’s when I started liking music; Mikey Carvajal about the debut album and he was like, ‘Oh, Islander.’ He something triggered in my brain. And and what can be expected in the future. suggested it, and we didn’t like any from there, I started listening to all the Here’s what he had to say. other band name so we just picked that. CDs in my brother’s room, found the We needed a band name and we didn’t ones I liked and found the ones I didn’t like. And I like the band Zayo a lot; I Can you tell me a little bit about want to be abbreviated so we just stuck New band Islander released their first album this year. thedailycrescendo.com your group? with Islander.” like some pop music like J-Electric.” “We’re called Islander. We started Is “Violence and Destruction” Everyone can expect a fun rock show. in 2011, and we play heavy, catchy rock How did you meet your other How do your Christian roots your first album? We’re going to play a couple songs off music and we like to eat. group members? affect your music? “This is our first debut album, but the album and another old song.” “We grew up playing in bands “I have a world view of we’ve had a two other EPs.” What do you guys like to eat? together. I, literally, met every single someone’s who has faith in Christ, so What are your future goals as a “Everything and anything, or player at shows, except for the bass regardless of what I’m singing about, Do you have a favorite song on rock band? bass player is a vegetarian so no meat player; I met him at an Olive Garden it’s going to be from the viewpoint of the album? “We would like to have a career for him, but I like sushi we all like parking lot.” someone who has that faith. It’s not “I like all the songs. There are and be able to keep our head above Mexican food. I’m Dominican so I like Christian music.” certain ones that are more fun to play water and keep doing what we love. Dominican food.” Do you guys all mesh really live, like ‘Criminals’ and ‘Counteract.’ But, at the same time, we don’t have a well? Do you ever argue? Are you guys signed to any I guess some of the heavier stuff is fun three-year plan or anything. We’re just So do you like bachata “That’d be false. I think if there’s record label? live, but I do like all the songs. ‘Coconut taking it as it goes.” and merengue? any band out there that doesn’t argue, “I Facebook messaged the artists Dracula’ — our first single was a really “I like it. I can’t dance it. But I can that’s an issue. We definitely argue like and repertoire division. I sent him fun one.” Is there anything you want your eat the food.” any other relationship; that’s normal. our demo, and he liked it and they listeners to know about your band? It’s five dudes living together in a van brought us out two weeks later for So can you tell a little about the “Right now, we’re practicing Where were you born? including our tour manager, who’s also our showcase. Then we had to get a concert coming up? and trying to get really good so “I was born in Greenville, South my big brother, and, he knows how to contract and we signed it.” “We’re on tour with Nonpoint, 3 when we come play for you guys Carolina. But my whole family is from push my buttons.” Years Hollow and Gemini Syndrome. we won’t suck.” Disney’s “Big Hero 6” is big and heroic By: Keren Moros

When Disney bought Marvel in 2009, it was obvious that one of the results would be an animated movie, not just multi-million dollar blockbuster franchises. After all, when you have thousands of characters at your disposal, you’re going to make a movie, no matter what the comic book purists say. This is where “Big Hero 6” comes in. Based on the Marvel superhero comics of the same name, “Big Hero 6” tells the story of Hiro Hamada, a 14-year-old prodigy who’s so smart he can build his own robots. He lives in San Fransokyo with his aunt and with his brother Tadashi, who also builds robots. Hiro, his robot Baymax, and his friends Fred, Honey Lemon, Go Go, and Wasabi become a team of superheroes in “Big Hero 6,” Disney latest film, which is based Courtesy of stitchkingdom.com Tadashi introduces Hiro to his on the Marvel comics. friends, self-proclaimed “nerds” obsessed with science and technology: big cities have areas that are glistening DreamWorks Animation’s two “How moments will be followed by because it reminds us that we can all tough and daring Go Go Tomago, and gleaming and areas that are gritty to Train Your Dragon” films, but having heartbreaking moments. But even be heroes and that we should use our ebullient and brilliant Honey Lemon, and grimy. “Big Hero 6” manages to San Fransokyo as a background makes though we know the formula backwards smarts and talents for good, never enthusiastic science fanboy Fred, and portray both and still make you believe this ride worth the vertigo. and forwards, we still watch them: we forgetting that helping others is the best organized rule-abider Wasabi. Along that it’s one place and not two. And the “Big Hero 6” is a superhero crave these moments and we want to way to honor those who have sacrificed with the inflatable, huggable, always- details are fantastic. The colors and origin story, so it features the usual eye- see how those elements take shape themselves for others. In a world where helpful and unintentionally funny robot architectural styles are the perfect blend popping action and enjoyable humor with different characters, settings and many are pessimistic about what Baymax, Hiro and his friends embark of San Francisco and Tokyo. You can’t and even tear-inducing moments of superpowers. In this sense, “Big Hero technology is doing to us, “Big Hero 6” on an adventure to become superheroes help but look away from the characters gravitas and heroism. It has all the 6” is spot on as it delivers everything the reminds us that we have the choice to and save the city. once in a while to take in the beauty of elements of a great superhero movie audience wants and doesn’t overload use technology for good and be heroes. Let’s get the big thing out of the their city. It’s that amazing. with a fun, scientific and artificial them with unnecessary story elements It’s refreshing to see pure positivity and way first. This is an animated film, a But the true visual stunners are intelligence twist. Unfortunately, or loose ends. Sure, some scenes run optimism on the big screen. Disney one at that, so a big reason to the flying sequences. Hiro and Baymax because it’s a great superhero movie, a tad long in the middle, but they only Overall, Disney’s first superhero watch it is the quality of the animation. fly above the city and San Fransokyo’s it also suffers from the genre’s flaw: serve to endear us to Baymax and Hiro is a great package, even if we’ve In this area, “Big Hero 6” is fantastic. own version of the Golden Gate Bridge predictability. It doesn’t take viewers and allow us to revel in the makings of seen it before: beautiful animation, The character design is the same in a heart-accelerating scene that leaves long to figure out who the culprit is, and a hero. fun characters, heartwarming scenes, excellence-imbued style as Disney’s you wide-eyed with wonder. The loops the plot points that catapult the plot and The true worth of a superhero fun action, and a powerful but not most recent films like “Frozen,” and turns and falls are enough to either build suspense are all too familiar. movie isn’t the predictability in the heavy-handed message. Add the film’s “Wreck-It Ralph” and “Tangled,” but make you want to go skydiving or stay When it comes to superhero story but how that story inspires us. amazing theme, “Immortals” by Fall unique enough that we don’t feel as at ground level forever; either way, they movies, we pretty much know the drill. “Big Hero 6” isn’t worth watching Out Boy, and a fun post-credits scene if we’re watching rehashes of past make your heart soar. Lots of films Good will always defeat evil; tragedy because it’s a superhero movie or that follows in the tradition of Marvel characters. But the true visual star of the have exciting flying sequences, and this will often be the start of tremendous because it’s a Disney movie or because Easter eggs, and you have one fun ride. film is the city of San Fransokyo. All film’s is particularly similar to those in character growth, and heartwarming it’s an action movie. It’s worth watching 14 Opinions November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu fac e o ff If you love him and you Don’t snap trust him, press “send.” those photos By: Maria Yunez By: Sydney Cook

I grew up watching movies about the each other. They are adding creativity to their When we’re in a relationship, we think should’ve known better than to pose in front of perfect fairytale and how relationships should very important sex life. it’s going to last forever — you know, like a camera naked; you should’ve known better be, but, let’s be honest: we all know the real I mentioned how relationships can end, and Cinderella and Prince Charming. We think: than to send photos of your naked body; and happy ending in those movies actually happened yes, once that happens we fear being exposed to together for a year, a fairytale wedding, a you should’ve known better than to believe inside the castle walls. If we think about how others in ways we don’t want to be shown. Maybe couple of kids and happily ever after. But in “I’ll delete it right after.” relationships work these days, I am sure our “Prince Charming” decided that it’s time to reality, whereas Cinderella lived a fairytale No matter how confident you are in Cinderella wouldn’t be sending just shoe photos play the bad guy and publish those photos; the with her one and only prince, you may have your relationship, you just never know if to Prince Charming. Presently, sending intimate victim can’t do anything about it. This is called many relationships before you actually find or when you and your Prince Charming photos to your partner is really common, and revenge porn, and it’s a big issue today because the guy you’re going to live happily ever will break up. Don’t compromise yourself when the relationship, or the “fairytale,” is over, it is used to damage someone else’s reputation after with. by sending naked photos to anyone. Rather no matter the reason, both partners should take and, unfortunately, in certain states you can get This means, as much as we all don’t want than sending nudes, your boyfriend can see into consideration what the right thing to do away with it. There are 13 states that have passed to believe it, there is a possibility that you and whatever he wants to see in person, with with those images is. In case you are wondering, a law to protect victims from it, but it is such the guy you’re with will split. Depending on no cameras, and that gives the public no making them public isn’t the right choice. a common problem that I ask myself, why are how bad the break up goes, he may or may not opportunity to see anything — unless the We all have had the experience of meeting the other remaining 37 states, including Florida, expose all of your confidential secrets to his bedroom window is open. someone who gives us that “I can’t wait to see waiting to take action? homeboys, or worse, share your nude selfies I’ve been with my boyfriend for four you again” feeling. Sometimes, that person It’s true, you should be thinking twice, with the rest of the world, aka revenge porn. years and I’ve never sent him a racy photo nor becomes something more than just “someone or maybe more than twice, about whom you I’ll admit that there are men out there who has he ever snapped a quick pic of me without we just met,” and a relationship is built. A are sending a photo to because once you press will remain genuine regardless of how rough my consent. There is a fine line between romantic relationship is composed of different “send,” you are no longer the owner of that the break up is. But, let’s face it: breakups can respect for another person and respect for factors, but most importantly, trust and sexual image. But, when it comes to sending a photo bring out the evil in people. yourself. I respect myself enough to know chemistry. Sexual chemistry is a natural to someone you are in a relationship with, you The famous saying by William Congreve that I am worth much more than the negative attraction between two people, and it is a major are supposed to be able to trust that person. Even may be, “Hell hath no fury like a woman feedback I’d get if a nude photo of me leaked. factor for a great relationship. Trust is another when that relationship ends, you deserve the scorned,” but that’s because a man wrote it. Realistically, maybe one out of 10 comments key factor in a successful relationship. When it same amount of respect and consideration from From the female perspective, we all know under such a photo would be shaming my comes to deciding who we want to be with, we that person, no matter the situation. that the same can be true about men. Truth boyfriend. The other nine would shame me. need to take into consideration how much we Victim blaming is a common scenario in is, revenge porn, a form of online harassment This may not be fair; however, it is reality and trust that person because we are about to share revenge porn. “She deserves it,” or, “That’s what typically perpetrated by an angry ex who I’m more than that. I hold myself to a higher new experiences with him or her, like going to she gets for being a slut,” are what people say decides to punish their former partner by standard than that and so does my boyfriend. a new restaurant or having a first kiss — and when describing a revenge porn victim. But what exposing nude photos of them, is usually the I don’t have to ever worry about my vagina hopefully many more kisses after that one. about the long-distance relationships? Or the girl act of a furious man after a break up. And every being shown to the world because I’ve never Relationships today have something or guy who just wanted to add more fun to the time revenge porn strikes, there is a pretense made it possible. in their favor, and that is technology. If it is relationship? Sometimes, we get caught up in of shock that such a thing could happen — as You are aware that there’s a chance you’ll used right, a couple can use technology to the moment with our emotions, and we should if it doesn’t happen all the time. get pulled over for driving drunk so you can’t make their bond stronger, even though some be able to know that we are protected from For individuals like myself who would get mad when you drive drunk and are pulled people believe technology can break that other’s actions. We know that after a breakup, not want to be victims of revenge porn or have over. You know there are consequences for bond apart. When we are consumed by love someone always ends up hurt and that often their private parts publicly exposed, the advice eating junk food so don’t cry when you gain or attraction, we wake up thinking about that leads to regrettable decisions. So, if there were a to follow is simple: don’t take nude photos or a little weight. Likewise, you know there are special person we have in our life, and now, law against revenge porn, people wouldn’t use it videos. Despite what your “perfect” prince potential consequences for taking nude photos letting that person know how we feel is just a as an easy option to express anger because they of a boyfriend says, the risk of something so so ... well, you get the point. “send” away. Another way technology helps would know that there are consequences. troubling happening is evident. By now, all At the end of the day, it is about you. to keep the relationship alive, or “spicy,” is Sexting is something you should only women should know that “I’ll delete it right Let’s not pretend that leaked nude photos for the option a couple has to be sexual through do if you are mature enough to understand the after” is actually code for “I’m going to show revenge and Internet bullying aren’t common; technology. You can communicate your consequences. Always make sure you know all my friends, and if we break up, it’s getting we all know that it can happen. But, you can feelings by sharing a sexy message or a sexy whom that photo is going to and what the receiver posted on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.” avoid being a victim by not taking part in the photo with that person you have built trust is going to do with it. I mentioned the importance Many victims of revenge porn have been “sext act.” I would never send nudes to anyone with. You decide to press “send” and give of trust and sexual chemistry because those are forced to start new lives, change their names, I’m dating, ever. I would also never encourage those personal images to your partner because also the main points that lead to this issue: the change schools and find new jobs. Many have a friend of mine to remove her clothes for both of you have reached that amazing main reason someone will send a compromising also suffered from harassment because of those photos to send to another person. In fact, if moment as a couple when there is open sexual photo to their significant other is to improve their who shared their intimate images. Victims the camera disappeared when people’s clothes communication between both of you. sexual chemistry, but that person should think have even committed suicide. According to started to, there would be no revenge porn. I often hear people’s thoughts about sexting, about how much he or she trusts her significant the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative, 47 percent of Revenge porn is only a thing because people and how it is related to young and irresponsible other. If you are in a healthy relationship, you revenge porn victims consider suicide. consent to making it in the first place. It is time people, but age doesn’t limit a couple’s thirst should be allowed to express all your feelings to It is impossible for a girl to ignore the for victims to stand up and take responsibility; to keep their sexual chemistry alive. When that special person, and because we never know fact that her partner is capable of such things rather than adding risks to your life, easily two people who are together decide to use all how things will end, having a law to protect us — that her partner is capable of ruining her eliminate them. If he’s truly your Prince available tools to maintain that chemistry, they would be more than welcome. So if you love him life. So, when it happens, the only thing I have Charming, he won’t ask you to do something are showing how much they want to be with and you trust him, press “send.” to say is, “You should’ve known better.” You that could possibly ruin your life.

FOLLOW US @THECURRENTNSU November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Opinions 15 Motherhood done wrong on “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” By: Melissa Ospina relationship with McDaniel, who especially for 9-year-old Honey Boo was incarcerated 10 years for the Boo and 20-year-old Chickadee. “Here comes Honey Boo abuse of her daughter Chickadee, In a recent interview with People Boo,” the show America loves to now 20, when she was 8. They were magazine, Chickadee opened up hate, has finally reached its end. confirmed when pictures surfaced on about her abuse and was asked about On Oct. 24, TLC announced the TMZ showing Mark and Mama June the allegations her mother faces. She show’s cancellation following house hunting with Honey Boo Boo. explained how McDaniel would try alarming allegations of Mama June Mama June’s relationship with to touch her inappropriately and that dating her oldest daughter’s abuser, McDaniel is demeaning toward when she attempted to explain the Mark McDaniel. Chickadee and reveals she has abuse, Mama June did not believe Mama June committed the little regard for her own daughter’s her. The fact that she was informed biggest mistake any mother could emotions. The 20-year-old now of what happened and did not believe make, endangering the ones she is has to deal with her abuser being her daughter shows her lack of supposed to protect. She allowed a part of not only her life but also maternal instinct. Honey Boo Boo, her 9-year- her family as well, which makes it The cancelation of the old daughter, to come in close impossible to forget the damage he show, long overdue because of contact with McDaniel, completely caused her. A mother should never the family’s offensive behavior, disregarding his past abuse of her submit her child to such torment. was perhaps the smartest move oldest daughter Anna “Chickadee” A caring and responsible TLC made. There is no telling Shannon. No matter what the mother does everything in her how much backlash they would circumstances, a mother should power to protect her children from have received from viewers if the never forgive or forget the person any danger they face. However, show continued to air despite the who harms her child. Mama June’s Mama June is demonstrating the allegations. Families want to see ignorant choices make it clear that complete opposite. Due to her lack shows that promote family values she’s not capable of raising her of responsibility, she is endangering and are entertaining in a tasteful children the correct way. Honey Boo Boo and her other manner. Allowing a woman who Following Mama June’s and children by allowing them to come exposes her children to danger to Sugar Bear’s marriage in September in contact with a convicted sex have a TV show would label them 2013 that solidified a 9-year offender. It’s sickening that Mama as supporters and promoters of relationship, they decided to split June can sleep at night knowing that child molestation. in September 2014 because of his the man who molested her oldest TLC took the necessary infidelity. Although the cheating was daughter remains a part of her life precautions by canceling the show devastating to learn about, it turns and is in direct contact with her after the allegations and reassuring out that she didn’t have a hard time three other daughters. the public that they are doing what moving on. Shocking allegations The situation is devastating and Mama June isn’t able to do: protect emerged of her apparent rekindled emotionally damaging for the kids, her own children. 16 November 11, 2014 | nsucurrent.nova.edu Help Wanted

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Assist with filing, mailing materials including text(s) and Job ID: 5104 •Must be able to attend scheduled letters and mail merge projects in supplemental readings. Hours: 20 hrs./week staff meetings by supervisor Math/ Science Tutor-(67) all areas of the department (Perkins 2.Prepare for (using provided Rate: $10/hour •Must abide by department Job ID: 4509 student loans and tuition accounts). SI session planning sheets) •Assist with office functions policies pertaining to utilizing the Hours: 12 hrs./week Maintain and prepare documents for and conduct at least two, one- and operation Kronos system Rate: $8.75/hour imaging. Assist management and staff hour study sessions per week •Assist with all aspects of the •Familiarity with all residential Work with students in one-on-one in other duties as necessary. throughout the term using department life and housing policies in order to tutoring session both live and online. strategies learned through SI •Assist with correspondence effectively enforce them Discuss learning, test-taking, and study Operations Assistant/ leader training meetings. to faculty staff and student •Correspond with other NSU strategies while assisting with course Facilities-(779) 3.Provide extra SI sessions concerns Departments as required to assist work assignments and questions. Job ID: 4716 and/or marathon sessions •Assist with inquiries and residents or staff members Maintain familiarity with all courses Hours: 20 hrs./week as necessary (e.g., prior to routine problems •Must be able to work nights and that you are responsible for tutoring by Rate: $7.93/hour examinations). •Assist with edits, proofreads, weekends and assist in the Residential reviewing textbooks, software/videos, Answer telephones, manage 4.Regularly meet with the SI and types basic documents Life and Housing operations and solutions manuals the operation of the front service supervisor for training and debrief •Perform mass mailings; •Must be able available to desk, answer questions, enforce sessions. photocopy and collate basic work from the hours of 6:30am- Intramural Sports Official-(224) facility and program policies, · Discuss observations of the material to ensure timely 11pm during weekdays, weekends, Job ID: 4546 conduct face checks, and distribute SI sessions communication and retention of holidays, and academic breaks Hours: 10 hrs./week to 15 hrs./ information and directions. Maintain · Discuss the creation and use documents •Proficiency in various week the cleanliness of the facility and the of SI session handouts/materials •Assist with accurate Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Rate: $8/hour upkeep of the facility program space. · Discuss the planning of SI processing and record keeping Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher) An Intramural Sports Official sessions and use of a variety of •Performs other duties as •Periodically visit other shall serve as a game administrator Group Exercise Instructor-(550) learning strategies assigned campus offices to deliver or pick and referee to any given sport. The Job ID: 4608 ·Notify supervisor about up items Official will, to the best of his/her Hours: 5 hrs./week to 10 hrs./ problems or potential problems Research Assistant-Second Life- •Must be available for ability, officiate contests and keep week 5.Ascertain course requirements (HPD244) monthly mandatory front office accurate records of the contests’ Rate: $14/hour and maintain contact throughout Job ID: 5354 staff training scores offered by the Intramural Create and lead safe and the term with course professor or Hours: 4 hrs./week to 6 hrs./ •Able to assist in specific Sports Program. The Official will challenging group exercise classes. designated representative. week office projects as assigned by the have the responsibility of maintaining 6.Make periodic announcements Rate: $12/hour Area Coordinator and Assistant orderly conduct on the court/field to Laboratory Assistant (HPD141) about the availability of SI sessions to Support Second Life research Area Coordinator which he/she is assigned. Job ID: 4968 the students. Maintain a confidential study with retired adults. Support •Input work orders, incident Hours: 10 hrs./week class roster with student emails, and surveying, training and data reports, locksmith request, and Rate: $10/hour initiate email communications with analysis. Mac Gray work orders when Perform general laboratory the students as appropriate. problems or issues occur