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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

Ananya Kulkarni

Ananya Kulkarni, Design Editor

Ananya Kulkarni is a second-year political science and journalism major and is also pursuing a minor in graphic design. She is design editor of The News and has previously served as beat writer for the men’s and women’s rowing teams. Follow her on Instagram (@ananya_kulkarni_media) for updates!

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 A participant in the chalk-in references the list of  Palestinians killed in Israels counterattack,  as she writes in chalk on the sidewalk. The list of names was also posted in the window of the Northeastern School of Law.

Northeastern Students for Justice in Palestine holds chalk-in on Centennial Common

Ananya Kulkarni and Sonel Cutler
November 16, 2023

Northeastern Students for Justice in Palestine, along with the university’s law school chapter of the same organization, held a chalk-in Nov. 15 on the paths encircling Centennial Common. Participants...

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A student writes down names in chalk on the sidewalk in Centennial Common. Around 20 to 30 participants helped write the names of casualties.

[Photo] Developing: Northeastern community responds to Israel-Hamas War

December 3, 2023

A student writes down names in chalk on the sidewalk in Centennial Common. Around 20 to 30 participants helped write the names of casualties.

Camille-Arnold Mages calls to her crew from the coxswain position. Arnold-Mages was named coxswain for the United States Womens Coxed Four boat at the U23 World Rowing Championships this summer.

Northeastern coxswain places third at U23 World Rowing Championships

Ananya Kulkarni, news staff
November 12, 2023

When Northeastern junior coxswain Camille Arnold-Mages was steering her boat up to the start for a race this past July, an air of silent apprehension gripped every crew on the river. She directed her boat...

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Spectators gather along a bridge over the Charles River to watch the internationally-acclaimed Head of the Charles regatta. About 400,000 fans traveled to Boston for the competition.

[Photo] Head of The Charles Regatta takes Boston by storm

November 5, 2023

Spectators gather along a bridge over the Charles River to watch the internationally-acclaimed Head of the Charles regatta. About 400,000 fans traveled to Boston for the competition.

A family takes a break from the festivities on Centennial. The four played cards and spent time together along with many other families.

Students, parents enjoy Family & Friends Weekend

Ananya Kulkarni, photo staff
October 24, 2023

Northeastern hosted Family & Friends Weekend Oct. 13-15, inviting parents to enjoy a weekend of activities such as yoga, trivia nights, Halloween parties and more.  Family & Friends Weekend...

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A performer dances on stilts. Multiple performers were hired as part of the event, some in fall and Halloween-themed costumes.

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A performer dances on stilts. Multiple performers were hired as part of the event, some in fall and Halloween-themed costumes.

Glassblowing artist Lucas Land displays how light changes the appearance of his glassware. Land vaporized pure silver onto glass in order to create the iridescent appearance of the glasses.

SoWa Open Market connects local community of artists, vendors, customers

Ananya Kulkarni, photo staff
October 21, 2023

Every week, local vendors come together at Boston’s SoWa Open Market to sell clothing, jewelry, art, food and more.  The market takes place every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is located at 500...

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A vendor for crystal shop Funky Stuffhelps a customer pick out a necklace. Funky Stuff was created 10 years ago and also has an online shop.

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A vendor for crystal shop Funky Stuffhelps a customer pick out a necklace. Funky Stuff was created 10 years ago and also has an online shop.

Customers eat food purchased at the stalls and food trucks. The seating was provided by SoWa for customers to take a break while shopping.

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Customers eat food purchased at the stalls and food trucks. The seating was provided by SoWa for customers to take a break while shopping.

An Ash and Rosevendor speaks with a customer during a transaction. Ash and Rose was established 10 years ago and focuses on handmade products and sustainable practices.

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An Ash and Rosevendor speaks with a customer during a transaction. Ash and Rose was established 10 years ago and focuses on handmade products and sustainable practices.

A vendor packages his medicinal mushrooms into a box for a customer. He used breathable boxes with small openings in them to allow the mushrooms to stay fresh while in transport.

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A vendor packages his medicinal mushrooms into a box for a customer. He used breathable boxes with small openings in them to allow the mushrooms to stay fresh while in transport.

A vendor sets up a payment on his phone. His stall sold a variety of different breads from When Pigs Fly.

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A vendor sets up a payment on his phone. His stall sold a variety of different breads from When Pigs Fly.

Customers walk around the different stalls at SoWa Open Market Oct. 8. The stalls were organized into sections depending on the products they were selling, which included art, jewelry, clothing and food.

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Customers walk around the different stalls at SoWa Open Market Oct. 8. The stalls were organized into sections depending on the products they were selling, which included art, jewelry, clothing and food.

Two people read books while sitting on the steps of the Boston Public Library. A large collection of $5 books were sold at the festival.

[Photo] Boston Book Festival celebrates 15 years of literary community

October 17, 2023

Two people read books while sitting on the steps of the Boston Public Library. A large collection of $5 books were sold at the festival.

Members of SDA talk to students about voter registration. Many members of the organization have not had previous opportunities to get involved with gun control advocacy.

[Photo] Students Demand Action founded at Northeastern to combat rising gun violence

October 21, 2023

Members of SDA talk to students about voter registration. Many members of the organization have not had previous opportunities to get involved with gun control advocacy.

A participant at Trident’s trivia night submits their final answers at the end of the round. Each participant submitted their answers on slips of paper for evaluation by the trivia hosts.

Trident Booksellers fosters community for local residents with open mic, trivia nights

Ananya Kulkarni, photo correspondent
October 16, 2023

Throughout the week, Trident Booksellers and Cafe is home to lively events, such as trivia nights, poetry open mics and movie showings, which allow locals to engage with one another over shared activities...

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A participant at Trident’s trivia night contemplates a question before submitting his final answers at the end of the round. The round concluded with a series of photos of cartoon bats which participants had to identify.

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A participant at Trident’s trivia night contemplates a question before submitting his final answers at the end of the round. The round concluded with a series of photos of cartoon bats which participants...

Two participants at Trident’s open mic night discuss each others work following a reading. As regular attendees, they became familiar with each other’s bodies of work and presentations.

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Two participants at Trident’s open mic night discuss each other's work following a reading. As regular attendees, they became familiar with each other’s bodies of work and presentations.

An electronic display reads 125 Years of Community. The Northeastern campus was covered in anniversary decorations on its 125th birthday.

[Photo] Northeastern celebrates its 125th birthday with Founders Day 2023

October 7, 2023

An electronic display reads "125 Years of Community." The Northeastern campus was covered in anniversary decorations on its 125th birthday.

Two people pose while holding a stuffed husky plush and a custom screen printed t-shirt. Multiple pop-up activities were spread around campus.

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Two people pose while holding a stuffed husky plush and a custom screen printed t-shirt. Multiple pop-up activities were spread around campus.

Female artists are integral to the music industry. Many of the young female artists changing the game are right here at Northeastern.

[Photo] Column: Ten female artists on the rise

April 7, 2023

Female artists are integral to the music industry. Many of the young female artists changing the game are right here at Northeastern.

The wellness industry is as popular as ever, offering everything from cure-all green juices to at-home cardio fitness classes to hundred-dollar skincare regimens. Unfortunately, the business of beauty can get surprisingly ugly.

[Photo] Wellness culture may take more than it gives

April 7, 2023

The wellness industry is as popular as ever, offering everything from cure-all green juices to at-home cardio fitness classes to hundred-dollar skincare regimens. Unfortunately, the business of beauty...

Brenda Song is one of Gen Z’s most beloved actresses, playing iconic roles in several Disney Channel classics. The actress joined Northeastern students in Blackman Auditorium March 27 to answer their burning questions.

[Photo] Brenda Song celebrates her 35th birthday with a Q&A at Northeastern

April 5, 2023

Brenda Song is one of Gen Z’s most beloved actresses, playing iconic roles in several Disney Channel classics. The actress joined Northeastern students in Blackman Auditorium March 27 to answer their...

Between going to class, doing homework, holding part-time jobs, staying active in campus clubs, doing research and being on co-op, students have little time left to dedicate to popular resolutions. However, a few Northeastern students have found success in goal-making this year.

[Photo] Two months into the New Year, students agree: the smaller the resolution, the better

February 27, 2023

Between going to class, doing homework, holding part-time jobs, staying active in campus clubs, doing research and being on co-op, students have little time left to dedicate to popular resolutions. However,...

Winter, the season of chilly days and even chillier nights, is the perfect time to bundle up in thick sweaters and warm blankets, with a cup of hot cocoa and a paperback in hand. Here’s a list of new and upcoming books to satisfy your cravings.

[Photo] Column: These new and upcoming books are a perfect next winter read

January 22, 2023

Winter, the season of chilly days and even chillier nights, is the perfect time to bundle up in thick sweaters and warm blankets, with a cup of hot cocoa and a paperback in hand. Here’s a list of new...

Millions of Swifties logged onto Ticketmaster Nov. 15 in the hopes of obtaining tickets to Taylor Swifts upcoming The Eras Tour during its presale. The unprecedented demand resulted in both website crashes and droves of disappointed fans.

[Photo] Swifties express concerns about Ticketmaster following disastrous presale

December 6, 2022

Millions of Swifties logged onto Ticketmaster Nov. 15 in the hopes of obtaining tickets to Taylor Swift's upcoming "The Eras Tour" during its presale. The unprecedented demand resulted in both website...

From the late 1970s to the early 2000s, these Halloween classics are must-watches for the season.

[Photo] Column: Visit the ghosts of Halloweens past with these haunting classics

October 27, 2022

From the late 1970s to the early 2000s, these Halloween classics are must-watches for the season.

The Northeastern Huskies walked away with top-three finishes in all categories they competed in on Saturday.

Northeastern Crew team competes at Foot of the Charles Regatta

Ananya Kulkarni, news staff
November 21, 2021

The Northeastern men’s and women’s crew team competed at the Foot of the Charles Regatta Saturday, coming away with top-three finishes in all categories in which they competed.  In an exciting...

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