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Boston’s winters aren’t what they used to be — just ask Northeastern’s New Englanders
Boston’s winters aren’t what they used to be — just ask Northeastern’s New Englanders
Janira Skrbkova, news staff • March 11, 2025

As winter comes to an end, some Massachusetts residents feel as though it never really began.  In recent years, Boston has faced increasingly warmer...

Demonstrators hold a large Ukrainian flag during a Feb. 23 demonstration planned by UCCN. While many volunteers and demonstrators were Ukrainian, UCCN also encouraged non-Ukrainians to participate in rallies and events.
Ukrainians find community, support in Massachusetts through cultural center
Chloe Craft, news staff • March 9, 2025

As demonstrators collected discarded signs and picked up trash in Boston Common following a rally for Ukraine Feb. 23, a handful of activists, academics...

Gwyneth Philips, Lisa Jönsson and Aerin Frankel (left to right) block the goal for Northeastern. Photos courtesy Brian Bae, Northeastern University Athletics and Mika Podila.
Northeastern women’s hockey knows how to stop pucks. Here’s a look inside its goaltending dynasty.
Frances Klemm, deputy sports editor • March 10, 2025
Mark Foster sings to a House of Blues crowd while playing bass. The intricate background lights flashed colorful gradients and lyrics while he sang.
Review: Foster the People transports House of Blues to paradise
Margot Murphy, news staff • March 11, 2025
Unforgettable highlights and surprises from the 2025 SAG Awards Ceremony
Unforgettable highlights and surprises from the 2025 SAG Awards Ceremony
Jennie Koh, news correspondent • March 11, 2025
A Husky sprints to first base March 29, 2024. Northeastern pulled off their first sweep of the season against SDSU March 7 to 9.
Northeastern men’s baseball pulls off first weekend sweep of the season
Bailey Reynolds, news staff • March 11, 2025
‘Slouching Towards’ Reluctance: How Northeastern College Republicans justify Trump’s actions
‘Slouching Towards’ Reluctance: How Northeastern College Republicans justify Trump’s actions
Jack Masliah, contributor • March 11, 2025

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An American flag waves above Ell Hall. Since 2015, the number of early decision applicants to Northeastern grew by 660%.
As Northeastern’s acceptance rate plummets, students report turning to early decision for higher chance at entry
Caroline Baker Dimock and Zoe MacDiarmid March 5, 2025
Brynne Norquist (left) and Tyler Knohl pose for a photo together. The two run Hiike, a platform that uses data to provide film festival recommendations to independent filmmakers. Photo courtesy Kira Briggs.
Major production companies are threatening independent filmmakers. These students are fighting back.
Zoe MacDiarmid, campus editor • March 4, 2025

Their story begins in 1938. At the time, eight major film companies — including Paramount Pictures and Twentieth Century-Fox — sought...

The exterior of the U.S. Department of Education building. The OCR recently released an FAQ regarding its previous “Dear Colleague" letter. Photo courtesy U.S. Department of State, flickr.
Department of Education issues FAQ increasing pressure on schools to axe race-related programs
Zoe MacDiarmid, campus editor • March 2, 2025

The federal government issued a FAQ Feb. 28 outlining how it will enforce its order for educational institutions to eliminate race-based programs. The...

Alessandro Vespignani shares with the audience the process of finding a new Provost. The audience consisted of students and faculty alike.
Provost Search Committee hosts undergraduate open forum amid hunt for Madigan’s successor
Madison Evangelist, news staff • February 28, 2025

The Provost Search Committee tasked with appointing Northeastern’s Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Madigan’s...

Wu's placard sits facing the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The mayor faced questions about Boston's law enforcement policies and immigrant population.
Mayor Michelle Wu defends city’s immigration policies at sanctuary city congressional hearing
Sonel Cutler, editor-in-chief • March 8, 2025
A woman on rollerblades dressed as a festive snowflake stands next to an ice sculpture with the “Winter Wonderland” logo. Performers dressed as Anna and Elsa from “Frozen” arrived later and served as entertainment for the younger attendees.
Revere Beach finds warmth in a community Winter Wonderland
Nia Calais, photo staff • March 4, 2025

Established in 1896 and just a 40-minute Blue Line ride outside of Boston, Revere Beach owns the title of the very first public beach in the...

Members of the Service Employees International Union, or SEIU, protest Maura Healey's budget cuts. While the announcement of the budget focused on boosting transportation, cuts to healthcare came with mass layoffs and closures of facilities across the state.
Healthcare workers demand ‘care not cuts’ at State House rally
Chloe Craft, news staff • March 2, 2025

More than 100 healthcare workers, labor union members, advocates and patients and their families gathered at the steps of the Massachusetts State...

Attendees wait in line for free coffee from Coffee Trike. The event was a welcome midday break for employees in nearby hospitals.
Winter Wednesday brews warmth, community in Longwood
Leona Gagalac, news correspondent • February 28, 2025

Despite February’s signature high-speed winds and snow, the Longwood Collective’s seasonal Winter Wednesdays offered a preview of spring....

Parquet Report: After two straight losses, the Celtics (and Brad Stevens) are back in business
Parquet Report: After two straight losses, the Celtics (and Brad Stevens) are back in business
Aiden Barker, news correspondent • March 11, 2025

After entering and beginning their seven-game homestand with back-to-back losses, there was some worry among Celtics fans like myself. But the...

The NFL logo on a field. The annual NFL Combine concluded March 2. Photo courtesy Chris C, flickr.
Here are the winners and losers of the NFL Combine
Zach Cohen, news staff • March 9, 2025

The 2025 NFL Combine wrapped up March 2 in Indianapolis, Ind. The annual event allows teams to examine some of the top prospects in the draft...

Ryan McGuire takes a faceoff. The Huskies were able to tie up the game in the third period, but a minute later the Friars took the game winning goal.
Northeastern men’s hockey takes tough 3-2 loss to Friars on Senior Night
Bailey Reynolds, news staff • March 10, 2025

The Northeastern men’s hockey team (12-19-3, 7-14-3 HE) was defeated by the No. 6 Providence College Friars (21-9-5, 11-8-5 HE) March 8 in...

JB Frankel dribbles next to his opponent Feb. 20. Frankel ended this season with 220 points and 21 steals.
Northeastern men’s basketball knocked out of CAA championship by Hampton in close matchup
Olufolake Okunsanya, news correspondent • March 9, 2025

Northeastern men’s basketball (17-15, 9-9 CAA) lost to the Hampton University Pirates (17-15,  8-10 CAA) in the second round of the CAA championships...

Yirsy Quèliz takes on her opponent. Quèliz collected 15 points and three steals against Elon March 6.
Northeastern women’s basketball upsets Elon for Senior Day win
Cassandra Joyce, news staff • March 9, 2025

After a rough weekend series, the Northeastern women’s basketball team (3-24, 2-16 CAA) picked up its  third win of the season against the...

Stonebwoy dances with NASO executive board members on stage. NASO hosted its annual Africa Night Feb. 8. Photo courtesy Badmus Photography, NASO.
African Student Organization embraces excellence on Africa Night
Maureen Mukasa, news correspondent • March 7, 2025
The cast of "The Grove" perform on stage. The play followed a Nigerian immigrant family living in Worcester, focusing on the eldest daughter’s journey. Photo courtesy Marc J. Franklin, The Huntington Theatre.
‘The Grove’ delivers an emotionally charged story on identity, ancestry
Hir Panchal, news correspondent • March 7, 2025
‘Slouching Towards’ Havoc: How Northeastern College Democrats see the party’s future
‘Slouching Towards’ Havoc: How Northeastern College Democrats see the party’s future
Jack Masliah, contributor • March 11, 2025

In W.B. Yeats’ “The Second Coming,” the 20th-century poet describes a world “slouching towards Bethlehem,” symbolizing a descent into...

Op-ed: Daylight saving time does more damage than it’s worth
Op-ed: Daylight saving time does more damage than it’s worth
Antaine Anhalt, columnist • March 9, 2025

Ah, yes. Daylight saving time — some hate it, some love it, but it still comes back. Maximizing daytime hours, more sun, less nighttime —...

A U.S. Border Patrol officer holds a pair of handcuffs as illegal immigrants are deported Jan. 23. Trump issued an executive order Jan. 20 to end birthright citizenship for certain children of immigrants. Photo courtesy Robert Cano, U.S. Custom's and Border Protection.
Op-ed: Trump’s economy and immigration policies are competing for American support
Ava Vitiello, columnist • February 28, 2025

Dear United States of America, why are we so angry at immigrants?  Since his first day in office, President Donald Trump has signed 50 executive...

Op-ed: All dating apps are meant to be deleted
Op-ed: All dating apps are meant to be deleted
Devyn Rudnick, contributor • February 25, 2025

College life is full of quintessential moments — living in residence halls, eating at dining halls — and, eventually, admitting defeat in...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stands for a portrait. He was sworn in as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services at the White House Feb. 13. Photo courtesy Joyce Boghosian, Wikimedia Commons.
Op-ed: We can’t leave everything up to the ‘experts’ anymore
Antaine Anhalt, columnist • February 21, 2025

As kids, we were usually told to leave the “important stuff” to the adults and the experts. We listened to Bill Nye, trusted our teachers...

A Northeastern University seal in 1965. During the late 1950s Northeastern began solidifying the role of its PR department. Photo courtesy Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections.
Behind the creation of Northeastern’s brand: The emergence of the public relations department
Anya Hill, news correspondent • February 3, 2025
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