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Curtis DeSmith

Curtis DeSmith, Photo Staff

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Students voice their opinions at the town hall meeting for the Youth Democratic Socialists of America, or YDSA. The YDSA campaign at Northeastern was founded in April 2020, following Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign withdrawal.

[Photo] Northeastern students report concern surrounding ICE on campus at YDSA town hall

Elizabeth Chalmers, news staff
November 5, 2025

Following “‘of our community.’“: Students listen as Solano Ortiz speaks at the YDSA town hall. The discussion addressed concerns about international students, immigration policies and undocumented...

A protester holds an American flag and sign that reads, “Whatever happened to liberty & justice for all” at the No King’s Day protest in Boston Common Oct. 18. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the Month: October 2025

Photo Staff
November 5, 2025

A protester holds an American flag and sign that reads, “Whatever happened to liberty & justice for all” at the No King’s Day protest in Boston Common Oct. 18. Read more here.

A Runway for Recovery member walks the Runway Show at the Westin Seaport Hotel. Guests cheered and danced for every model on the stage.

Boston’s Runway for Recovery unites hundreds of breast cancer survivors in celebration of courage, community

Curtis DeSmith, photo staff
October 27, 2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spotlight research advances and reflect on trends in prevention and treatment. At Runway for Recovery's annual show held in Boston's Seaport district...

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Royel Otis performs in front of an eager crowd at MGM. Over 1,400 fans packed into the music venue.

[Photo] Review: Meet me in Boston: Royel Otis lights up MGM with ‘Meet Me In the Car’ Tour

Abbey Conley, news correspondent
October 21, 2025

Bby opens the concert. The band amassed over 17K followers on Instagram because of their chaotic and fun music.

Northeastern men's rowing complete the final seconds of the 2024 Head of the Charles Oct. 20. NU alum Ernie Arlett helped organize the first regatta for Head of the Charles 60 years ago. File photo Asher Ben-Dashan

Northeastern rowing and Head of the Charles celebrate 60 years

Curtis DeSmith, news staff
October 17, 2025

Each fall, the rowing community converges in Boston for the Head of the Charles, or HOCR, a “head race”-style regatta that has become a marquee event for crew racing. HOCR stands as a cornerstone event...

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Joseph E. Aoun addresses the incoming Class of 2029 during convocation Sept. 2. During the faculty senate meeting, Aoun discussed challenges the higher education community is facing.

[Photo] Aoun discusses artificial intelligence, threats to higher education in faculty senate address

Bowen Rivera and Madison Evangelist
October 7, 2025

Joseph E. Aoun addresses the incoming Class of 2029 during convocation Sept. 2. During the faculty senate meeting, Aoun discussed challenges the higher education community is facing.

Cowboys enter the Boston City Hall arena Sept. 20 during a parade to introduce the participants of Boston’s first outdoor PRCA Pro Rodeo. here.

[Photo] Photos of the Month: September 2025

Photo Staff
October 1, 2025

Cowboys enter the Boston City Hall arena Sept. 20 during a parade to introduce the participants of Boston’s first outdoor PRCA Pro Rodeo. here.

A rider circles a barrel at the 2025 Boston Rodeo & Country Music Festival. Riders and horses competed in events for three hours at City Hall Plaza Sept. 20.

Boston’s first outdoor rodeo hosted in City Hall Plaza

Curtis DeSmith, photo staff
September 30, 2025

On Sept. 20, Boston City Hall was home to the city’s first outdoor rodeo of its kind, attracting hundreds of spectators for an afternoon of western-style sport and culture in one of America’s oldest...

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A diver completes a somersault Sept. 19. Competitors jumped into 16-foot deep water.

[Photo] From cliff to crown: Boston hosts cliff diving world championships

Margot Murphy, photo editor
September 21, 2025

A diver aims for the water Sept. 19. Some divers started their dive with a handstand on the platform.

GENU-AUW members picket outside of Fenway Park during Northeastern's 2025 commencement ceremony May 11. Union members rejected Northeastern's May 5 proposal.

[Photo] Northeastern suspends negotiations with graduate student union as strike looms

Spencer Lyst, news staff
September 12, 2025

GENU-AUW members picket outside of Fenway Park during Northeastern's 2025 commencement ceremony May 11. Union members rejected Northeastern's May 5 proposal.

Northeastern emcee third-year business administration major Sam Iannone announces the upcoming performance during the Class of 2029 convocation. Convocation featured dance performances and an a cappella showcase.

[Photo] ‘AI is going to change everything’: Northeastern welcomes Class of 2029 at Matthews Arena convocation

Carson Lyle, news staff
September 5, 2025

Northeastern emcee third-year business administration major Sam Iannone announces the upcoming performance during the Class of 2029 convocation. Convocation featured dance performances and an a cappella...

A slice of the halal bacon chicken ranch pizza at Crispy Dough Pizzeria in Mission Hill, captured Aug. 21. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the Month: August 2025

Photo Staff
September 1, 2025

A slice of the halal bacon chicken ranch pizza at Crispy Dough Pizzeria in Mission Hill, captured Aug. 21. Read more here.

Ben Schneider of Lord Huron stands at the forefront of the band’s Boston production. Schneider founded the indie rock group as a solo project in 2010, later recruiting additional members for live performances.

Review: Lord Huron’s cinematic ‘Cosmic Selector’ tour reaches MGM Music Hall

Curtis DeSmith, news correspondent
August 29, 2025

The MGM Music Hall at Fenway hosted one of the summer’s most visually intriguing musical performances Aug. 3 with Lord Huron’s “Cosmic Selector” Tour. Set against a psychedelic retro-western...

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A customer eats a slice of pizza in front of Crispy Dough on 1514 Tremont St, Aug. 20. The store gained popularity because of its delicious pizza and late-night hours.

[Photo] Crispy Dough brings a slice of community to Mission Hill

Elise Peffer, news correspondent
August 26, 2025

A slice of the bacon chicken ranch pizza. Customers could order anything from calzones to pasta to subs.

The exterior of the Goodwill in Roxbury.

[Photo] Column: Fun AND cheap? Look no further than these student discounts

Caroline Baker Dimock, news staff
August 22, 2025

The exterior of the Goodwill in Roxbury.

Irish rock group The Coronas walks on to the Sinclair’s stage July 24. The group’s past four albums peaked at No.1 on the Irish charts, being a group of and for Irish people.

Review: The Coronas draw local and international fans at the Sinclair

Curtis DeSmith, news correspondent
August 21, 2025

After shows in New York and Philadelphia, The Coronas performed at The Sinclair July 24, headlining a packed gig in the heart of Harvard Square. The Irish rock band drew both local and international fans...

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Pedestrians walk past the Graduate Employees of Northeastern University-United Auto Workers picketing outside of the undergraduate commencement ceremony May 11. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the Month: May 2025

Photo Staff
June 2, 2025

Pedestrians walk past the Graduate Employees of Northeastern University-United Auto Workers picketing outside of the undergraduate commencement ceremony May 11. Read more here.

People sit during Northeastern’s Veteran’s Day ceremony. The event honored those who lost their lives and celebrated alumni and student veterans.

[Photo] Northeastern celebrates Veterans Day, honors student and alumni veterans

Lawrence Brown, news staff
November 12, 2024

Students in Northeastern’s ROTC program smile for a photo. Liberty Battalion was also honored during the ceremony, which trains dozens of cadets in the Boston area with Northeastern as the host institution.

Rowing teams compete at the Head of the Charles Oct. 18. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the month: October 2024

Photo Staff
October 31, 2024

Rowing teams compete at the Head of the Charles Oct. 18. Read more here.

A protester holds up a sign at a rally hosted by Northeastern University School of Law Students for Justice in Palestine Nov. 16, 2023, that called for an Israeli ceasefire. Protests calling for a ceasefire were held on college campuses across the country in the past year.

[Photo] Northeastern community reflects on Israel-Hamas war, campus climate one year after Oct. 7 attacks

Emily Spatz, campus editor
October 7, 2024

A protester holds up a sign at a rally hosted by Northeastern University School of Law Students for Justice in Palestine Nov. 16, 2023, that called for an Israeli ceasefire. Protests calling for a ceasefire...

The patio of Samuel Adams Boston Brewery is decorated for Oktoberfest with Bavarian pennants and branded banners. The Jamaica Plain brewery hosted a weekend’s worth of festivities for the seasonal celebration.

Boston celebrates Oktoberfest with Jamaica Plain Samuel Adams Boston Brewery

Curtis DeSmith, photo staff
October 7, 2024

Samuel Adams celebrated the centuries-long German tradition of Oktoberfest with music, games, food and, of course, beer. With the cultural festival beginning mid-September, the Boston beer company...

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Berman poses with her Jellycat of choice — “Nordic Spruce Wreath.” Berman opened Tiny Hanger in 2011 and has offered children’s apparel to the Brookline community since.

Brookline Jellycat fans celebrate launch of 2024 holiday collection

Curtis DeSmith, photo staff
September 30, 2024

The holiday season arrived early Sept. 20 with the 2024 Jellycat holiday collection launch party at Tiny Hanger, a children’s boutique in Coolidge Corner. Although the store’s target demographic...

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Customers peruse and purchase clothing from the annual MASSive Thrift Market at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center. Thrifting organizations such as Select Markets and Thrift2Death hosted the event for the first time.

[Photo] A win for Boston’s fashion scene: Boston’s MASSive Thrift Market brings vintage vibes to the city

Kaelyn McFadden, news correspondent
September 21, 2024

A crowd gathers outside of the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center.