Month: October 2018

Top 5 Halloween Movies

Elliot Tritto Staff Writer  WELCOME FOOLISH MORTALS! As your eyes wander downward, you’ll see the bone-chilling, frightening and oozing delight of Halloween’s greatest tales. As we see blood, sweat and paranoia, we see into the minds of these victims in which they dare face these iconic villains. Can you handle the suspense? If you can,…Continue Reading Top 5 Halloween Movies

What it means to vote in the general election

Erick Mendez Staff Writer   People don’t vote. That thesis is surrounded by supporting statements. People can vote but they don’t regarding several reasons. One important concern is ignorance. People are not taught about the names or the positions involved. They need to know that Gubernatorial candidates are people like Democrat Andrew Gillum and Republican…Continue Reading What it means to vote in the general election

Can horror films have psychological effects?

Michael Gennaro North Bureau Chief   October is the month of Halloween. That means pumpkin spice, candy, pumpkin-carving and–of course–scary movies.  This October, thousands of thrill-seekers will head to their local theaters to watch horror movies like “Hell Fest” and “Halloween.” Thousands more will watch horror films at home using their Netflix or Hulu accounts….Continue Reading Can horror films have psychological effects?

Venom is underrated: Don’t listen to the critics

Elliot Tritto Staff Writer   Ever since I was 5-years-old, I’ve been obsessed with Marvel’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. Across all mediums, it cultivated me to become more attached into the entire “Spider-Verse.”  One of those reasons why includes a plethora of original characters like the Punisher, Doctor Octopus and the bold and the beautiful, Venom….Continue Reading Venom is underrated: Don’t listen to the critics

Are you downward dog for the Dolphins?

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   September is known as national Yoga Month. On Sunday, Sept. 30, the Broward County community was invited to participate in “Yoga with the Fins.”  Yogis from all ages and walks of life gathered under the Miami Dolphins Training Facility, known as “the bubble,” for a fun-filled and free admission event. …Continue Reading Are you downward dog for the Dolphins?

Stephanie Sylvester Editor-in-Chief   From the beginning to the end of October, spooky vibes are in the air. Scary movies, costumes, decorum and celebrations take over the community at every corner. Whether you plan to trick or treat or harvest and carve pumpkins, Halloween is a holiday for all ages to enjoy fun festivities and…Continue Reading

Urban Bush Women performs at Bailey Hall

Liana Martell Contributing Writer   A showcase of stories were presented through dances which highlighted the unheard voices and experiences of colored women within hair salons, stereotypical beauty standards and the society in which they live in. From Brooklyn, New York to South Florida, the non-profit dance company, Urban Bush Women, presented their most recent…Continue Reading Urban Bush Women performs at Bailey Hall

BC takes #factchecking to a whole new level

Jacqueline Michaud Contributing Writer   When there is a will, there is a way. The will in 2016 was to help students improve their grades and understanding of two essential writing crafts- researching and citation checking. Through creating the Walk-In Research Clinic & Citation Check Event Program, BC South Campus Faculty Librarians Lori Albrizio and…Continue Reading BC takes #factchecking to a whole new level

New One Access app protects students’ accounts

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   Cyber security is definitely a major factor in present day society. With the use of smart phones, individuals are more connected than ever. We have phone applications for a myriad of functions, including banking, social media, and even dating apps. Facebook recently had a security breach, unwillingly releasing sensitive information…Continue Reading New One Access app protects students’ accounts

GSA hosts Art of the Drag to show gender performance

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   “Yass Queen” is now a modern day colloquialism. The phrase can be seen as positive reinforcement, even empowering; moreover, it can be applied to any gender. Gender can be defined as the state of being male or female, which is typically used with reference to social and cultural differences rather…Continue Reading GSA hosts Art of the Drag to show gender performance