Category: Features

Students Get Creative in the 4th Wall Theater club

Leonardo Lopez – Staff Writer The 4th Wall club is open to both theatre majors and other students interested in becoming a member of Broward College’s Theatre department. The club plans to transition their online Zoom meetings to the South Campus later this year. The 4th Wall club specializes in supporting the activities of the…Continue Reading Students Get Creative in the 4th Wall Theater club

Broward College to Give Students a Lyft

Megan Vineberg – Staff Writer As part of a whole host of improvement plans through the CARES Act, Broward College has partnered with the rideshare company Lyft. Offering Lyft rides will provide access and incentive to students who don’t otherwise have the resources to get to and from campus. Thanks to Seahawk Outreach Services (SOS),…Continue Reading Broward College to Give Students a Lyft

Carnival celebrated during CARIBBEAN American Heritage Month

Leonardo Lopez – Contributing Writer Whether it is in South America, the Caribbean, Canada or even right here in South Florida, when flashing feathers and lively drum music begin to the fill the air, the locals head to the streets because they know what is going on- Carnival! Carnival is a time of festivities and feasting celebrated…Continue Reading Carnival celebrated during CARIBBEAN American Heritage Month

Cares act provides help for new students in need

Ryan Marin – Staff Writer The federally funded Cares Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund has provided relief for students who need financial assistance due to the impact of Covid-19. The funding can be used for costs related to attending college, such as tuition, fees, books, and a computer, or for personal living expenses like housing, food,…Continue Reading Cares act provides help for new students in need

Success resources and tips to help you through finals, your school career

Jessica Kladerman – Editor-in-Chief As students sign up for classes this fall, they may have noticed more face-to-face options for certain classes that meet on campus during scheduled class times. Broward College, commonly referred to as BC, is taking precautions to move into Phase 3 of its COVID-19 Action Plan. In Phase 3 the goal…Continue Reading Success resources and tips to help you through finals, your school career

Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill

Camellia Baki   News Editor The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) and the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force hosted a virtual Brain Injury Awareness Day congressional briefing on March 3, 2021, in honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month. This event is the 20th of its kind to occur, however, instead of an in-person reception and…Continue Reading Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill

Remembrance of the Massacre at MSD: Ripping off the bandages

Camellia Baki News Editor For many in South Florida, especially in Broward County, it is hard to see the displays of Valentine’s Day decor and candy at the front of every store. The sea of pink and red hearts is a stark contrast to the anniversary of a day that seemed so loveless.   On February…Continue Reading Remembrance of the Massacre at MSD: Ripping off the bandages

The Main Effect: Makeup that makes people feel good

Evana Brenelus   Staff Writer Sharmain Jean, 19, is the owner of The Main Effect and TME Skincare. Her business is located in Broward County, but she travels to West Palm Beach and Miami. As a makeup artist, she provides beauty enhancements and soon will be providing skin care products. Her services are open to everyone….Continue Reading The Main Effect: Makeup that makes people feel good

Teen business owner: Alexis Hair Collection

Evana Brenelus   Staff Writer Sixteen-year-old Neah Alexis is the owner of Alexis Hair Collection, based in Broward County. She provides hair extensions such as bundles and wigs, mink lashes and accessories for all genders and ages. Customers can pick up their orders if they are local, but she ships worldwide and self-delivers.  Alexis began selling…Continue Reading Teen business owner: Alexis Hair Collection

Two Broward County employees whose hard work inspires many

Jessica Kladerman Contributing Writer One of the most watched sitcoms of the last decade makes light of the day to day lives of the Parks and Recreation Department in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana.   In Broward County, things work a little differently.  From elected officials to urban planners and County Administration, according to Broward County’s…Continue Reading Two Broward County employees whose hard work inspires many