The Writer’s Edge podcast is proud to support NSU studentaudio production by hosting audio projects published in the Digressions Literary and Art Journal. The following spoken word piece by Rachel Harris is being published in the 2025 issue of Digressions and is titled "Sentiments." About this piece, Rachel has said “it is structured like a text to a friend.Through my personal experience, I've grappled with transparency and finding balance in how much to trust others. This piece shines a light on thoughts that many people have." We hope you enjoy it.

The Writer’s Edge podcast is proud to support NSU student audio production by hosting audio projects published in the Digressions Literary and Art Journal. The following three musical selections by Pranav Police are being published together in the 2025 issue of Digressions under thetitle TryptyX . About this piece, Pranav has said “"The inspiration for TriptyX comes from triptych art, where three pieces are displayed side by side with shared features. In TriptyX, I aimed to blend my atmospheric melodies withbouncy drums while maintaining consistent sonic elements across the tracks. I believe this project best represents my musical style at this stage. The meaning behind the pieces is open to interpretation, reflecting my current understanding of what defines my sound." We hope you enjoy it.

What is the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment, what condiment do UK pubgoers wrestle in, and who inspired David Bowie's simple-minded character from the song "Jean Genie"? Find out in this episode of “That’s News To Us,” featuring Dr. Evan Haskell and students from NSU student club SAGE--the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment: Geneve, Revanth, and Christopher. “That’s News to Us” is a news quiz show where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It is a collaboration between Mako Radio, housed in NSU’s Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts, and NSU’s Writing and Communication Center.

An interview with NSU faculty Dr. Terry Savage, of the NSU Department of Conflict Resolution Studies, about his work mediating international conflict, reconciliation, and justice, and the role of writing and communication in these processes. His work spans many countries and institutions, from South Africa to Nepal in support of non-profit and non-governmental organizations, as well as groups like the United Nations.

What does it take to work for Mako Radio, how many convicted murderers wrote songs for the Beach Boys’ 20/20 album, and what exactly is “cucumber time”? Find out in this episode of “That’s News To Us,” featuring Dr. Megan Fitzgerald—NSU Faculty and Mako Media Network adviser—as well as students who work for Mako Media Network: Will Rupprecht, Marlee Card, and Zach Mueller. “That’s News to Us” is a news quiz show where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It is a collaboration between Mako Radio, housed in NSU’s Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts, and NSU’s Writing and Communication Center. SHOW CREDITS Producers: Dr. Eric Mason, Gabby Alvarado, Amaia Flores Faculty Guest: Dr. Megan Fitzgerald Student Guests: Will Rupprecht, Marlee Card, and Zach Mueller Engineer: Estela Bruno

This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "rhetoric" as it applies to persuasive messages designed to engage audiences. The WCC Assistant Director Cailin provides an introduction to this term that all writers should be familiar with, in hopes that you can improve your writing process.

An interview with NSU staff members Johnny and Aliesha looking at the career services and events provided through NSU's Center for Academic and Professional Success. We talk about strategies for professional communication and presentation, as well as the upcoming Career Fair on Feb 13. Check out the CAPS site for more info about career services and events for NSU students and alumni.

A collaboration between the WCC and NSU's own student-run radio station to host a monthly news quiz show (originally aired Nov. 9 on Mako Radio). Student guests include NSU Undergraduate Student Government Association leadership Manas, Shweta, Ava, and Annie, and our faculty guest was Kandy Lopez, NSU faculty and director of the B.A. in Art + Design program. We hope you enjoy it as you learn a bit about the news. Find out more about NSU's Mako Radio programming.

A collaboration between the WCC and NSU's own student-run radio station to host a news quiz show on World College Radio Day (Oct. 6, 2023). Student contestants include Mako Media Network staff Madison, Lauren and Danna, and our faculty guest was Dr. Kevin Dvorak, executive director of the WCC. We hope you enjoy it as you learn a bit about the news. Find out more about NSU's Mako Radio programming.

An interview with NSU students Kiara, Paula, and Alexis, and NSU faculty member Dr. Nelson Bass, of the NSU Department of Humanities and Politics, about the Nova International Relations Association and their work participating in model United Nations events.