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A door to a sauna in SquashBusters Center. Sauna temperatures typically ranged from 155 to 195 degrees Fahrenheit.
Amid an era of individualism, these Northeastern students found community in the sauna
Asher Ben-Dashan, news correspondent • January 26, 2025

Matvei Isakov steps down from the top level of the sauna with his water and bottle of tea tree essential oils. He looks around at the sweat-covered faces...

Early co-op students use electrical equipment at their job. U.S. News ranked Northeastern as the No. 1 school for co-ops and internships. Photo courtesy Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections.
From 8 students to 18,000: How Northeastern’s co-op program has grown, evolved since its founding in 1909
Kathryn Manning, news staff • January 27, 2025

In 1909, eight Northeastern engineering students sent out co-op applications to four local employers, hoping to land a job at a wage of 10 cents...

A Northeastern sign on the Boston campus. In a Dec. 11 faculty senate meeting, Northeastern Chancellor and Senior Vice President for Learning Ken Henderson presented on a spike in early decision admits, among other topics.
Chancellor’s university update reports spike in early decision applications and growing programs
Madison Evangelist, news staff • January 25, 2025
Vinny Borgesi skates down the ice to get open for a pass Jan. 26. Borgesi scored the second goal of the night against Merrimack College.
The force is not with Huskies in loss to Merrimack
Elli Einset and Bailey Reynolds January 26, 2025
Copies of "A Short Guide to Writing about Biology" sit for sale in the Northeastern bookstore. Many Northeastern combined majors were created as a cross between STEM and humanities.
Op-ed: Yes, we need STEM — but we need the humanities too
Antaine Anhalt, contributor • January 26, 2025
Super Bowl predictions: AFC, NFC championships
Super Bowl predictions: AFC, NFC championships
Zach Cohen, Elli Einset, Bailey Reynolds, and Aiden Barker January 26, 2025
Harold Woods and Rashad King stand, waiting for the opposing team to bring the ball down the court Dec. 3, 2024. King notched 19 points against Drexel Jan. 23.
Northeastern defeats Drexel for fifth home win
Elli Einset, sports editor • January 25, 2025

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Elite Heat members pose for a group photo at a Fenway Park Spartan Race in 2024. The club was established in 2017 and revived in 2021 after a break due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo courtesy Elite Heat.
Northeastern students build strength, community in Spartan race club
Katarina Schmeiszer, news staff • January 25, 2025
RSA members vote to table legislation that would have added a question about allergies to the housing application form. Despite the legislation not passing, RSA members said they plan on continuing to find ways for students with allergies to feel sufficiently accommodated.
Resident Student Association legislation for housing students with allergies fails to pass
Bowen Rivera, news staff • January 21, 2025

Northeastern’s Resident Student Association, or RSA, unanimously voted to table legislation that would have added a question to the housing...

Students participate in sorority rush week activities Sept. 12, 2024. Following high demand during the fall semester rush week, Northeastern Panhellenic announced Nov. 18 a Delta Gamma chapter would be coming to campus.
Delta Gamma begins first-ever recruitment at Northeastern amid record sorority engagement
Heidi Ho, news correspondent • January 21, 2025

After a fall semester of record-high recruitment at sororities, Northeastern’s newest sorority, Delta Gamma, is set to begin its recruitment...

Members of the Spiritual Ensemble from the Boston Arts Academy stand on stage. Students from the ensemble performed before and after the program.
‘It’s important to keep celebrating his legacy’: Northeastern community comes together to celebrate MLK
Emily Niedermeyer and Tanvi Saxena January 17, 2025

Northeastern hosted its annual celebration honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 16. The event, entitled “A Tribute to...

A labradoodle smiles in his snow-covered sweater. Although waterproof coats are the norm, some dog owners preferred to dress their dogs in warm sweaters and cozy knitwear.
Braving the frost: How Boston dog owners are prioritizing pet safety this winter
Aya Al-Zehhawi, photo correspondent • January 24, 2025
How Northeastern students are redefining real estate with purpose and perspective
How Northeastern students are redefining real estate with purpose and perspective
Maeve Brackett, news correspondent • January 21, 2025

For many Boston students, the off-campus housing search can be ruthless. With rent prices skyrocketing in recent years and available housing...

A portion of the Arborway near the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. The DCR held a virtual meeting Jan. 14 to discuss plans to reconstruct the Arborway.
Department of Conservation and Recreation’s arborway improvements project design faces mixed reception from Jamaica Plain community
Laila Guzman Griffin, news correspondent • January 21, 2025

When Vickie Henry — a resident of Jamaica Plain — bought her home, the quiet, tree-lined residential road of May Street seemed like the optimal...

Demonstrators wear Palestinian keffiyehs and raise flags and signs in support of Palestine. Even as the night grew dark and temperatures dropped, rally attendees remained enthusiastic and lively as they chanted and cheered together.
Boston activists rally for Palestine’s liberation following Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Chloe Craft, news staff • January 20, 2025

Dozens of pro-Palestine demonstrators gathered at the steps of the Boston Public Library, or BPL, at Copley Square Jan. 16 to celebrate the recent...

Top Line: Outdoor hockey, four nations facing off and more in the NHL
Top Line: Outdoor hockey, four nations facing off and more in the NHL
Bailey Reynolds, news staff • January 25, 2025

From finalized 4 Nations rosters to outdoor hockey in the sunshine state, here’s what happened in the NHL this week:  4 Nations Face-Off The...

Ella Blackmore holds the Beanpot trophy over her head. The Huskies shutout Boston University 4-0 Jan. 21.
Northeastern women’s hockey crushes Boston University to win 20th overall, 3rd consecutive Beanpot championship
Frances Klemm, deputy sports editor • January 22, 2025

Northeastern women’s hockey (15-8-1, 10-6-1 HE) dominated the Boston University Terriers (14-8-1, 11-4-1 HE) in a resounding 4-0 victory at...

Yirsy Quéliz shoots a jumper. Quéliz had 11 points against William & Mary Jan. 19.
Northeastern women’s basketball loses heartbreaker against William & Mary
Cassandra Joyce, news staff • January 20, 2025

The Northeastern women’s basketball team (1-13, 0-5 CAA) took yet another devastating loss at home Jan. 19, this time against the William &...

Cam Lund skates up the ice with the puck Jan. 10. Lund scored the second goal for the Huskies in the Jan. 18 game against University of Vermont.
Northeastern men’s hockey take first weekend sweep of the season against Vermont
Elli Einset, sports editor • January 20, 2025

Northeastern men’s hockey (9-10-3, 4-7-3 HE) swept the University of Vermont Catamounts (8-12-3, 3-8-2 HE) in back-to-back games Jan. 17 and...

Harold Woods drives past his defender Jan. 4. Woods collected 20 points against College of Charleston Jan. 18.
Northeastern takes another close loss to College of Charleston on the road
Elli Einset, sports editor • January 19, 2025

Northeastern men’s basketball (10-9, 2-4 CAA) narrowly fell to the College of Charleston Cougars (15-4, 5-1 CAA) 87-85 Jan. 18, marking its...

Zendaya (left) and Demi Moore pose for a photo together at the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards. Aside from the award announcements, celebrities' glamorous red carpet looks sparked much conversation online. Photo courtesy Phil McCarten, CBS.
Column: The 82nd Golden Globe Awards spark a red-carpet conversation
Jenny Tran, news correspondent • January 22, 2025
Timothée Chalamet plays the guitar in "A Complete Unknown." The film followed the early years of Bob Dylan's career, from his arrival in New York City in 1961 to the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Photo courtesy Searchlight Pictures.
Review: ‘A Complete Unknown’ faithfully honors Bob Dylan’s legacy, but its potential is blowin’ in the wind
Darin Zullo, lifestyle editor • January 22, 2025
Northeastern students walk across campus to switch classes, grab lunch or return to their residential halls. The school resorted to sending students to the Sheraton Hotel or Midtown Hotel when White Hall was condemned in August 2023.
Op-ed: Campus feels more overcrowded than ever. We need better solutions.
Antaine Anhalt, contributor • January 21, 2025

It’s not exactly a secret that Northeastern has an overcrowding problem. Marino Recreation Center has a reputation for being packed every day...

The entrance to the Richards Advising Center. For the 2023-2024 academic year there were 18 advisors for 3,865 undergraduates in the College of Science.
Op-ed: Resources at Northeastern are helpful, but hidden
Mikayla Tsai, columnist • January 9, 2025

Despite the sheer number of students at Northeastern University, there was never a moment in which I felt neglected by the institution. Whether...

Op-ed: Influencers are impacting the next generation and it’s too worrisome to scroll past
Op-ed: Influencers are impacting the next generation and it’s too worrisome to scroll past
Nia Calais, contributor • January 6, 2025

During the pandemic in 2020, the turbulent political environment had infiltrated the walls of my bedroom, and the only thing I could shout back...

The exterior of the Khoury College of Computer Sciences building. The college recently announced changes to its curriculum, phasing out core classes such as Fundies 1, Fundies 2 and Object-Oriented Design.
Op-ed: Northeastern’s redesign of the Khoury curriculum abandons the fundamentals of computer science
Derek Kaplan, contributor • January 3, 2025

On a university level, what makes for a good computer science curriculum? One of the most common career paths for a computer science major...

Ka Yat Michelle Lau and other volunteers at LBFE help teach senior citizens how to use various technological programs. A rise in online platforms made for keeping track of healthcare services increased the digital divide for many elderly people. Photo courtesy Chisom Nnajiofor.
Op-ed: How we can bridge the digital divide in healthcare for the elderly
Ka Yat Michelle Lau, contributor • December 18, 2024

In a world where almost everything is now available online, imagine being unable to access healthcare services simply because you can’t navigate...

Video: Survivor NU boasts creative challenges, tight-knit tribes in its 15th season
Video: Survivor NU boasts creative challenges, tight-knit tribes in its 15th season
Emily Chung, news staff • December 9, 2024
Photos of the month: November
Photos of the month: November
Photo Staff November 30, 2024
Northeastern Irish Dance Club fosters community over shared love of traditional jigs
Northeastern Irish Dance Club fosters community over shared love of traditional jigs
Sofia Garrett, news staff • November 26, 2024
Video: Thousands of athletes, spectators flock to the 59th annual Head of the Charles Regatta
Video: Thousands of athletes, spectators flock to the 59th annual Head of the Charles Regatta
Emily Chung and Sofia Garrett November 7, 2024
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