The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Columns

A first-year students bedroom in the Midtown Hotel.

Column: The do’s and don’ts of hotel living

Clara McCourt, news correspondent September 21, 2020

Like many Northeastern freshmen, I was placed into housing at the Midtown Hotel this year. Upon learning of my brand new housing situation, I immediately pictured a magnificent lobby, bell-boys in little red hats pushing room service trays, ice machines and luxurious swimming...

Many people have taken to baking as a hobby during quarantine.

Column: What your quarantine obsession says about you

Sarah Olender, lifestyle editor August 23, 2020

Time is really weird right now. On one hand, it seems like it was just yesterday we were mourning Kobe Bryant’s death, flying back to campus from spring break and celebrating Northeastern Women’s hockey team winning the Hockey East tournament. On the other hand, all of that...

Column: Black-owned restaurants to support near campus

Matt Yan, news staff June 30, 2020

Graphic by: Avery Bleichfeld As Black Lives Matter protests continue in Boston and across the nation, it is important to support the movement on all fronts. Buying from black-owned local businesses and restaurants is especially powerful  in encouraging anti-racism and demonstrating...

Christelle Girimana plays the role of Queen Elizabeth I.

Column: ‘Mary Stuart’: A play about the 1500s? Think again.

Pavithra Rajesh February 19, 2020

On the eve of the opening night of “Mary Stuart,” dozens of the Northeastern cast members mentally prepare themselves for their show the following day. They soon have to embody several historical figures, including the prominent identities of Mary Stuart, the queen of Scotland,...

Many restaurants are still available for Valentines Day reservations.

Column: The best restaurants in Boston for Valentine’s Day

Hayleigh Evans, news correspondent January 29, 2020

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and while it may be easy to grab a last-minute box of chocolates for your significant other, finding a restaurant reservation in Boston will not be. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening with your partner or a fun night out with...

Students question whether they should buy college merchandise sold in book stores because of the high prices.

Column: Are the high prices of university merchandise worth the product?

Ananya Sankar, news staff January 22, 2020

Buying college merchandise is a popular way for students to represent their school community, but as items get more expensive, is school pride worth the price? “When I’m at home or wearing my merch around Boston, I definitely feel pride in coming from Northeastern,”...

Instagram has been testing out removing the like feature on the app.

Column: Instagram removes ‘likes’ to support mental health

Ananya Sankar, news staff December 12, 2019

In today’s social media era, a double-tap may receive the same heartfelt gratitude as a hug. But it is that type of hunger for validation that motivated Instagram, a popular photo-and video-sharing application, to remove its visible “likes” feature from the platform. The...

For students staying on campus over Thanksgiving break, there are plenty of opportunities to stay surrounded by seasonal activities and food.

Column: How to spend Thanksgiving if you’re stuck in Boston

Jayden Khatib, news correspondent November 14, 2019

While many students look forward to going home and seeing their loved ones this Thanksgiving break, depending on your financial or familial situation you may find yourself staying on campus instead. Staying on campus during Thanksgiving break does not have to be depressing, however,...

Anderson .Paak performs at Boston Calling 2019 wearing a bucket hat.

Column: Breaking down the bucket hat

Ananya Sankar, news staff November 13, 2019

They might seem like quirky, oddly-shaped hats, but the bucket harbors a secret — and it’s ready to spill. From Irish fishermen to war veterans and LL Cool J, bucket hats have followed a strange trajectory in their rise to prominence. As far back as the early 1900s, bucket...

Both economically and environmentally friendly, thrift shopping is becoming an increasingly prominent part of the sustainable fashion movement.

Column: Thrifting saves your wallet and the planet

Ananya Sankar, news staff November 6, 2019

For the average college student styling on a budget, thrift shopping might just be the best trend to emerge from the fashion industry. But beyond its small price tag, thrifting now plays a vital role in fashion’s transformation toward sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives. Rebranding...

With the story feature popping up on an increasing number of social media platforms, could users motives behind constantly posting on social media be unhealthy?

Column: Do social media “stories” promote toxic behavior?

Pavithra Rajesh, news correspondent October 30, 2019

What started as a feature unique to Snapchat has now become a generational phenomenon prominent on virtually every social media platform. “Stories” have weaseled their way onto Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and it’s hard to imagine someone not using them.  According...

Bold, colorful makeup looks are becoming more popular as a means of self-expression.

Column: Colorful makeup trends challenge today’s beauty standards

Ananya Sankar, news correspondent October 23, 2019

Decades ago, makeup was used to mask a woman’s individuality by pandering to society’s beauty standards. Today, the makeup community has shed its masks in favor of bolder, colorful looks that embody the vibrancy of the women — and men — underneath. Bright and bold...