Northeastern ranked second “Up-and-Coming” university
8/23/10 •
Northeastern placed second on the 2011 US News and World Report Best Colleges: Up-and-Coming National Universities, sharing the spot with Drexel University in Philadelphia, which also has a co-op program, and Arizona State University.
Northeastern ranked 69th in nation
8/17/10 •
For the second year in a row, Northeastern jumped double digits in the US News and World Report college rankings, reaching its highest placement ever: 69th. Two years ago, Northeastern broke into the top 100 National Universities in the 96th spot. Last year, it went up to 80 and this year it rose another 11 spots to 69, tying with the University of Connecticut and Virginia Tech.
Men’s Hockey: Ongoing success attracts new recruits
8/18/10 •
Greg Cronin took over the hockey program in 2005, and a lot has changed since posting a dismal 3-24-7 record. Nine of his players have signed professional contracts, and another eight of his players attended NHL developmental camps during this off-season. He even made an NCAA Tournament appearance in 2009.
Column: Women’s Soccer team set to unveil Parsons Field makeover
8/17/10 •
As summer comes to a close, it’s finally time to get the 2010-11 season underway. To open Northeastern’s fall season, the women’s soccer team will welcome reigning Southeast Conference (SEC) champion South Carolina to the newly renovated Parsons Field.
Parsons, which no longer hosts any collegiate football, was in desperate need of a face-lift, and the women will look to kick things off in a positive way Sunday.
Editorial: Taking the “No” out of Northeastern
8/17/10 •
Without a doubt, Northeastern students are able to do some amazing things. Few other universities can boast having students learning on every continent. Many undergraduates working in world-class laboratories and institutions around the globe. However, much of what students do is a result of their own determination, dedication and perseverance. Northeastern may have had a marginal role in their success, but, in some cases, it has made things more difficult for them. While some students are able to accomplish their academic and personal goals within the structure of the university, Northeastern really needs to find what it’s missing out on – a lot of good ideas that never get a second glance.
NU named top green school
8/17/10 •
Northeastern made the Princeton Review’s list of the 18 greenest schools in the country with a perfect score on the Green Honor Roll, and officials said they plan to continue sustainability development in the fall. Northeastern was one of 703 schools that participated in the survey for the Princeton Review’s 2011 edition of its college guide.
Summer reads
8/17/10 •
As summer’s end draws near, one might like to look at what he or she has accomplished in the last few months. Reviewing linear algebra, or solving an evil sudoku puzzle in less than one hour count as accomplishments. But the one thing that seems to be a popular summer pastime is reading (excluding those required for school).
Crime Log
8/17/10 •
Friday, August 6 11 p.m. An officer found a student sleeping outside in the grass of the Eagan Research Center. The student, 28, was intoxicated and said he was resting before finishing his walk home. NUPD officers escorted him home, and he will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution (OSCCR).
Women’s Soccer: Leone, Huskies eye NCAA Tournament
8/17/10 •
Under new head coach Tracy Leone, the women’s soccer team looks to make its way back to the National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament this fall after an early postseason exit last year.
Husky Happenings
8/17/10 •
Kappa Sigma Fraternity is hosting a barbecue in the Snell Library Quad with free food, games and music. The barbecue will be from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, and all members of the Northeastern community are welcome.
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