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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

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Laughs roll in as two comedians sell out Blackman: Margaret Cho

July 18, 2007

The audience members were asked to leave their insecurities and inhibitions at the door as they entered Blackman Auditorium. It would be a comedy-filled evening as Margaret Cho bluntly discussed several difficult and controversial topics. Brought to campus on Monday by the...

Cast set for this year’s ‘Monologues’

July 18, 2007

The time has come once again to take the vagina out of anatomy class and onto center stage. Carly Assael, a senior theatre major, has the initiative to do just that. Assael held auditions for "The Vagina Monologues" as director last Thursday and call-backs were held the...

Now Showing: 9/11

July 18, 2007

Dust and debris engulfed the streets of New York City. People risked their lives to save strangers from the wreckage. Families and friends clung together, praying for their loved ones. In the meantime, cameras rolled and shutters closed. Five years later, footage captured...

Spiritual Life Center attracts students with wellness week

July 18, 2007

With classes, extracurricular activities and part-time jobs, students can get lost in the stresses of daily life. And as finals rapidly approach, rest and relaxation could soon be brushed aside for classes and study sessions. However, many students are beginning to find relief...

NUBiLAGA faces roadblocks to creating ‘safe space’

July 18, 2007

The Northeastern University Bisexual, Lesbian and Gay Association (NUBiLAGA) office on the second floor of the Curry Student Center has a comfortable, inviting feel to those who step in for a visit. That is, until they turn around and realize the lack of privacy provided by the...

Potter parties

July 18, 2007

At midnight Friday, some fans will finally have their hands on "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," the last book of the seven-part Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. Security measures are in place at bookstores and libraries worldwide to ensure the fate of Harry and his...

Def Jam comedians entertain students

July 18, 2007

Comedian Capone gave some unconventional advice to women whose relationships lack a certain flare during "A Night of Comedy" in Blackman Auditorium Thursday evening. "No more lingerie," he said. "Put on some pajamas with some feet on 'em. Jump off dressers. Be the man sometimes...

Students drawn to China for jobs

July 18, 2007

It was morning in China and time for the Northeastern students to leave. Before returning to their station, 16 students dropped by a local Chinese middle school. They were greeted by a performance, as the entire school executed their morning exercises as a goodbye gesture....

Actor talks Hollywood equality at afterHOURS

July 18, 2007

Turn on a television and take note of the first Asian-American on screen. Chances are he's a delivery boy, a kung-fu master or an extra in the background. During a time when Asian-Americans are often cast in stereotypical roles, it is no surprise "Better Luck Tomorrow," a...

The Garment District offers students costumes at low prices

July 18, 2007

Halloween is the holiday when students are given the opportunity to channel their inner Marilyn Monroe or favorite X-men character, but any good fix needs an enabler. The Garment District in Cambridge is the perfect place to bring those fantasies to light at a reasonable...

Volleyball: Freshmen fill new squad

July 17, 2007

By Jewel Della Valle The theme for this season's volleyball team will certainly be youth. With just seven returning players from last year's roster and eight incoming freshmen, the Huskies will have a lot to prove, but head coach Ken Nichols said it will be to their benefit....

Private housing project causes rift with neighbors

July 17, 2007

By Derek Hawkins As the developers of GrandMarc at St. Botolph Street, the 34-story private residence hall proposed near Northeastern's campus, move closer to receiving city approval for their project, community divisions about the tower's construction have intensified. Letters...