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NU student nominated for Boston Music Awards

NU student nominated for Boston Music Awards

December 7, 2017
In her song “Vaudeville,” Sidney Gish sings lyrics familiar to many college students: “I was gonna write, but instead I read all of Vice.” If she sounds like a relatable college student, it’s because she is one: Gish is a third-year music industry major at Northeastern. She is also one of 10 artists nominated for the Boston Music Awards’ New Artist of the Year.
Dance 4 Me raises funds for Puerto Rico

Dance 4 Me raises funds for Puerto Rico

December 7, 2017
The night was filled with high energy and cheers erupting from the balcony of Blackman Auditorium as 15 dance groups performed at the annual Dance 4 Me competition Sunday to raise money for the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. Proceeds from the show went to Americares, an organization that helps those affected by poverty and disaster by providing health-focused relief.
Madrigal Singers prepare for upcoming performance

Madrigal Singers prepare for upcoming performance

December 7, 2017
Although the concert will be sprinkled with Christmas carols, the majority of the music performed at Northeastern’s Madrigal Singers’ Winter Concert Dec. 9 will be complex choral pieces that the group has been rehearsing all semester.
NU Stage's "Heathers: The Musical" mixes murder and angst

NU Stage’s “Heathers: The Musical” mixes murder and angst

December 7, 2017
The show’s opening night Friday filled Blackman Auditorium with a roaring 500-person turnout, and Saturday night’s showing was just as successful.
NUDANCO to host winter showcase Saturday

NUDANCO to host winter showcase Saturday

Samuel Kim December 7, 2017
Northeastern University Dance Company, a student-run dance company known as NUDANCO, will host their 15th Annual Winter Showcase Saturday in Blackman Auditorium.
Event Calendar: Dec. 7-Dec. 13

Event Calendar: Dec. 7-Dec. 13

December 6, 2017
These are the events you can't miss this week.
"Stranger Things 2": Spoilers

“Stranger Things 2”: Spoilers

November 29, 2017
In its sophomore season, Netflix’s “Stranger Things” uses its visual charm and well-rounded cast to build a nostalgic yet fresh story with unexpected twists.
Aoun’s "Robot Proof" lays out a plan for educators

Aoun’s “Robot Proof” lays out a plan for educators

November 29, 2017
Joseph E. Aoun: A man who has said his fourth language is rap and also has been honored by the French government for his contributions to academia. So what does a book penned by Northeastern’s president look like? How many times does he say “experiential learning?” As it turns out, it’s a surprisingly good read with only 28 mentions over 149 pages.
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Event Calendar: Nov. 30-Dec. 6

November 29, 2017
These are the events you cannot miss this week.
NU music ensembles prepare for upcoming performances

NU music ensembles prepare for upcoming performances

November 29, 2017
Northeastern’s symphony orchestra and choral society will host their fall concerts Dec. 1 and 2, respectively, featuring musical pieces from different time periods. Both performances will be held at the Fenway Center at 8 p.m.
Skaters enjoys the skating path at Boston Winter Nov. 25. Many of the 85 businesses running kiosks in the holiday market were small and local.

Boston Winter brings holiday cheer to City Hall Plaza

November 29, 2017
From Nov. 24 until Dec. 31, Boston’s City Hall Plaza is transformed for Boston Winter as part of Berkshire Bank’s Boston Seasons series of events. With an expanded shopping market and outdoor skating path, City Hall is full of holiday cheer.
Dua Lipa makes her first stop in Boston on her Self-Titled Tour

Dua Lipa makes her first stop in Boston on her Self-Titled Tour

November 28, 2017

  By Lauren Scornavacca and Hailey Konisky   The anticipation was high in the House of Blues Monday night as the crowd waited for Dua Lipa to take the stage for the sold-out show. Under the dim stage lights audience members could make out the silhouettes of...