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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Grace Comer

Grace Comer, Campus Editor

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Many Northeastern students have received scam emails, like this one, claiming to offer high paying part-time jobs. New security measures have been introduced to make it more difficult for other users to log into someone's Northeastern account.

[Photo] Surge of scam emails prompts security concerns, new protection measures

Katherine Mailly, news staff
November 14, 2022

Many Northeastern students have received scam emails, like this one, claiming to offer high paying part-time jobs. New security measures have been introduced to make it more difficult for other users to...

After the Mills-Northeastern merger was finalized this July, the historically women's college officially became Mills College at Northeastern University. The first cohort of N.U.in and NU Bound students have entered the Oakland, California campus. Photo courtesy of Carlie Chin.

Students share experiences as first N.U.in, NU Bound class enters Mills College at Northeastern

Grace Comer, campus editor
October 27, 2022

Following a contentious and litigious merger, the first class of N.U.in and NU Bound students have joined the returning Mills College students in Oakland, California, at Mills College at Northeastern University.  Although...

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The Marine Science Center has been at the center of controversy in Nahant since Feb. 2018, when the expansion was first announced. Protests began in early 2018, and some residents continue their strong opposition now, more than five years later.

Northeastern scores major win in Nahant Superior Court, residents divided on outcome

Grace Comer, campus editor
October 11, 2022

Last month Northeastern won a major victory against the small Massachusetts town of Nahant in its case to expand the Marine Science Center that has been in the works for over five years. In a Sept. 20...

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Although mandatory COVID-19 testing and masking are now policies of the past, Northeastern announced Sept. 26 that they would still be offering vaccine clinics and at-home rapid antigen tests to students free of charge.

Northeastern to host eight free COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Boston campus

Sonel Cutler, Grace Comer, and Andy He
September 26, 2022

Northeastern will offer eight opportunities over the next two months for students on the Boston campus to get COVID-19 vaccinations, according to an email from Daniel Solworth, the vice chancellor of wellness...

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Students gathered in Centennial Common May 13 for a rally to protect abortion rights organized by NU SHARE. Photo courtesy of Emily Greenberg.

Northeastern to install emergency contraception vending machine, students hope for more action

Grace Comer, campus editor
September 8, 2022

In a post-Roe world, universities in states like Massachusetts where Roe has been codified in state law may become a safe haven for students hailing from states that have criminalized abortions.  The...

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Mills students and alumni gathered on campus to protest the school's closing when it was first announced in spring 2021. Photo courtesy of the Save Mills College Coalition.

Some Mills College students, alumni upset by Northeastern merger

Grace Comer, campus editor
June 6, 2022

When Mills College announced its imminent closure in March 2021 due to long-time financial struggles exacerbated by the pandemic, “Save Mills College” rallies spread across the Bay Area campus as students...

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Mills students, alumni and family members gathered to protest the school's closing when it was first announced in spring 2021. Photo courtesy of the Save Mills College Coalition.

Mills College merger with Northeastern University raises unanswered questions, concerns

Grace Comer, campus editor
June 6, 2022

On July 1, Mills College is scheduled to end its 170-year run as a women’s college following its merger with Northeastern University. Since formal discussions about the merger began June 17, 2021, current...

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Newly graduated students take a selfie as they exit Fenway Park.

Class of 2022 celebrates commencement at Fenway Park

Grace Comer, campus editor
May 16, 2022

At Friday’s commencement, thousands of Northeastern graduates heard from a selection of guest speakers during the two-hour undergraduate ceremony before officially receiving their diplomas from President...

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Members of the TEDxNortheasternU team set up stage in the auditorium of ISEC.

‘Solve for {Y}’: Annual TEDxNortheasternU conference returns to campus

Grace Comer, campus editor
May 6, 2022

Resilience and rebuilding were strong motifs at this year’s annual TEDxNortheasternU conference April 30, marking the first in-person meeting since before the COVID-19 pandemic.  Speakers from the...

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Two Boston University students hung a banner in protest when a Moderna executive spoke at a Northeastern event April 13. Photo courtesy of Cate Henning.

Scientists, politicians call for Moderna to share COVID-19 vaccine technology

Grace Comer, news staff
April 27, 2022

Scientists, politicians and activists gathered for a virtual town hall April 21 organized by People’s Action to discuss how medical companies like Moderna are posing challenges to achieving global vaccination...

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Remi Wolf performs in Matthews Arena April 2 in the Springfest concert in front of a sold-out floor. Photo courtesy of Abby Uy.

Springfest’s culminating concert returns to Northeastern

Grace Comer, news staff
April 20, 2022

This year marked the return of in-person Springfest, and along with it, its crowning event — the Springfest concert. After two years without in-person celebrations, the Council for University Programs,...

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At the April 4 full body senate meeting, members of the executive board including current president Casey Buttke, addressed this year's tumultuous election cycle.

SGA officers express regret at meeting following tumultuous contested election

Sonel Cutler and Grace Comer
April 15, 2022

In speeches to the Student Government Association, or SGA, at an April 4 full body senate meeting, leadership addressed the tumultuous election cycle for the Spring 2022 election. The election, which...

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Sheraton employees and union representatives from Boston's Local 26 sat in on a March 23 City Council meeting, where councilors unanimously passed a resolution opposing the conversion of hotel rooms into permanent dormitories. Photo courtesy of UNITE HERE Local 26.

Sheraton hotel workers, Northeastern students petition against creation of residence halls in Sheraton Hotel

Grace Comer, campus editor
April 15, 2022

Northeastern students joined together with Sheraton hotel employees to create a petition in protest of the creation of permanent dormitories in the Sheraton Boston Hotel, a move that could result in the...

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The ‘spray paint rock,’ outside of Ryder Hall, was covered with pop-up tents on Wednesday morning to protect the Ukrainian flag painted on it.

Rock in Centennial Common painted in support of Ukraine covered with symbol believed to be synonymous with support for Russia

Sonel Cutler and Grace Comer
April 6, 2022

On Tuesday, a rock in Centennial Common that had been spray painted blue and yellow in support of Ukraine was defaced with a symbol that members of the Ukrainian Culture Club believed to be a ‘Z’ that...

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Angelica Jorio (left) speaks at a March 10 SGA presidential debate. Jorio and Sebastian Chávez (center) will will take up the offices of President and Executive Vice President, respectively, on July 1st, 2022.

Jorio-Chávez slate wins 2022 SGA election by executive board overruling

Clara McCourt and Grace Comer
March 31, 2022

Angelica Jorio and Sebastian Chávez of the Jorio-Chávez slate replaced Rhea Tipnis and Abigail Sodergren of the New Horizons slate as student body president elect and executive vice president elect,...

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At the March 10 debate prior to elections, presidential candidate Rhea Tipnis (right) and executive vice presidential candidate Abigail Sodergren (left) presented their platform as the New Horizons slate.

New Horizons slate wins 2022 SGA elections by secret ballot vote in senate

Grace Comer, campus editor
March 29, 2022

Following an emergency secret ballot vote in the Student Government Association meeting Monday night, Rhea Tipnis and Abigail Sodergren of the New Horizons slate were elected as the newest student body...

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In a debate March 10, the two SGA candidate slates were able to discuss their goals and policies in advance of the election. The candidates, from left to right, are Angelica Jorio (presidential candidate) and Sebastian Chávez (vice presidential candidate) of the Jorio-Chávez Ticket, and Abigail Sodergren (vice presidential candidate) and Rhea Tipnis (presidential candidate) of the New Horizons slate.

SGA candidate slates face off in public debate before election

Grace Comer, campus editor
March 14, 2022

To help voters pick a new student body president and executive vice president in the first contested election in four years, the Student Government Association, or SGA, hosted a debate between the two...

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East Village currently contains 723 beds, which, under the proposed plan, would be increased to 930 for the Fall 2022 semester. During the public meeting, attendees expressed dissatisfaction with Northeastern’s plan to address the housing shortage.

Students, residents voice concerns over Northeastern’s dorm upsizing

Sonel Cutler and Grace Comer
February 24, 2022

At a meeting hosted by the Boston Planning and Development Agency Feb. 16, members of the public were able to ask questions and voice their concerns about Northeastern’s plan to add approximately 900...

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To celebrate bell hooks (pictured) and discuss her works and influence, Dr. Régine Jean-Charles organized a full-day symposium with panelists from across the greater Boston area. 
Photo available through public domain.

“Talking Back: The Genius of bell hooks” symposium to celebrate, honor legacy of influential Black feminist scholar

Grace Comer, campus editor
February 11, 2022

One of Black feminism’s most prolific and influential scholars, bell hooks, née Gloria Jean Watkins, died Dec. 15, 2021 at the age of 69. To celebrate her life and honor her legacy, Dr. Régine Jean-Charles,...

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One of the MoBS lab models looked at the likelihood of different regions to spread COVID-19 internally. Image courtesy of MoBS lab, via "Cryptic transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and the first COVID-19 wave."

Northeastern researchers advise on current, future pandemics

Grace Comer, campus editor
December 16, 2021

The speed at which COVID-19 has spread and the length of time it has persisted highlights the lack of preparedness for handling pandemics in an increasingly interconnected world. Researchers at Northeastern’s...

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Photo Courtesy Anita Goharfar.

‘Mayor of Huntington Avenue’ makes the most of its post-pandemic return

Grace Comer, news staff
November 8, 2021

Decked out in suit jackets and Northeastern pins, the candidates for Mayor of Huntington Avenue went head-to-head in an intense debate Friday night at the Curry Student Center. This year, Charlie Zhang,...

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Northeastern invited visitors back to campus for Family and Friends weekend Oct. 22 through 24.

This year’s Family and Friends Weekend welcomes both new and returning visitors to campus

Grace Comer, news staff
November 2, 2021

Northeastern’s Family and Friends Weekend held Oct. 22-24 returned after being canceled last year. And with a full weekend of events to welcome both new and returning visitors, campus was busier than...

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Brandi Doming’s garlic alfredo pasta mimics a creamy and cheesy sauce made using ground cashews.

Column: Interested in plant-based foods? Here’s what you need to know

Grace Comer, news staff
September 25, 2021

If you ask people what stops them from going vegan, many will say, “I just couldn’t give up my favorite food.” Others express concerns about failing to get all their necessary nutrients from a plant-based...

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The class of 2025 attended the annual President's Convocation Sept. 6 in Matthews Arena. The ceremony features speeches from President Joseph E. Aoun, the student body president and all the academic deans.

Northeastern welcomes record-breaking class of 2025

Grace Comer, news staff
September 7, 2021

Despite the unprecedented circumstances this past year’s applicant pool found themselves in, more students chose to apply to Northeastern than ever before.  Northeastern saw a 17% increase in applicants...

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James Ricard Milord, Jasmine Rush, Evelyn Howe, Brandon G. Green, Jade Guerra, and Alejandro Simoes, in the developmental workshop of "Young Nerds of Color" (working title), a new play by Melinda Lopez and directed by Dawn M. Simmons. Streaming as part of The Brit d'Arbeloff Women & Science Theater Festival April 8 to 11, 2021.

The Brit d’Arbeloff Women & Science Theater Festival celebrates underrepresented voices in STEM through art

Grace Comer, news staff
April 13, 2021

Art and science combine at the Brit d’Arbeloff Women & Science Theater Festival to uplift and give a voice to those underrepresented in both fields. The month-long festival, which began April 7,...

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"Britney Spears Álbuns (1999-2009)" by Lucas Brigido is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Column: The #FreeBritney movement puts her life under scrutiny

Grace Comer, news staff
March 31, 2021

Since the beginning of her career, American pop star Britney Spears has been the subject of inappropriate speculation, jokes and criticism. Rising to fame at the age of just 16, she not only dealt with...

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The roundtable Feb. 17 was intended to foster a discussion about anti-Semitism and create a safe space for students to share personal experiences.

Jewish students at Northeastern speak up about anti-Semitism

Grace Comer, news staff
March 4, 2021

Last November, the Student Government Association, or SGA, passed a resolution adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Association's, or IHRA, official definition of anti-Semitism.  In conjunction...

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Originally as a capstone project at Stanford in 2017, Marriage Pact has made its way to Northeastern as a way for students to find a romantic partner or even a new friend.

Northeastern Marriage Pact creates more than a love connection

Grace Comer, news staff
March 2, 2021

The idea of a marriage pact in college might sound intimidating, but the Northeastern Marriage Pact offers a highly refined way to meet someone with overlapping interests and interesting differences. Originally...

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Photo courtesy Shira Weiss.

Students reimagine theatre, debut ‘How to Survive a Pandemic’

Grace Comer, news staff
February 12, 2021

The magic of the theatre is in the audience engagement and intimacy of the show – a key feature that separates it from film – and that is now missing from digital performances. Northeastern University...

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"JoJo Siwa performing in Cedar Park, Texas (2019-09-18)" by RalphArvesen is licensed with CC BY-NC 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/

Column: The LGBTQ+ community finds a new, family-friendly icon

Grace Comer, news staff
January 31, 2021

A new face has joined the A-list of queer celebrities – JoJo Siwa. Siwa inspired a flurry of discussion Jan. 20 when she posted a TikTok video lip-syncing to Lady Gaga’s song “Born This Way.” “No...

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"Game Night" by Randy Son Of Robert is licensed with CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

"Settlers of Catan" is one of many party games that can be played virtually

Column: A list of virtual party games to spice up quarantine

Grace Comer, news staff
January 28, 2021

With COVID-19 safety restrictions back in full force on Northeastern’s campus, many students are once again searching for new ways to connect with each other. One way to meet new people and reconnect...

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Niche is a plant store with locations in South End and Davis Square.

Boston small businesses adapt to COVID-19 restrictions, prepare for the holidays

Grace Comer, news correspondent
December 22, 2020

Still looking for last-minute holiday gift ideas? This holiday season, consider supporting some of those who have been hit the hardest by COVID-19 — small businesses.  From clothing to home goods,...

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"Texas Chainsaw Massacre" by andresgrades is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Review: ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ is a must-watch 50 years later

Grace Comer, news correspondent
November 12, 2020

Considered by many as one of the first slasher films, “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” has inspired eight spin-off films, with another to come in 2021. Even at nearly 50 years old, the film holds its own...

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'Nightmare On Elm Street' is a classic scary movie.

Review: ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ pioneered new genre of horror

Grace Comer, news correspondent
October 25, 2020

More than 35 years since its initial release, Wes Craven’s “Nightmare on Elm Street” continues to hold a special place in the world of classic horror. One of the most iconic and instantly recognizable...

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Sarah Paulson stars in 'Ratched.'

Review: ‘Ratched’ fails to live up to its potential

Grace Comer, news correspondent
October 18, 2020

Content warning: This show contains graphic depictions of murder, assault, and conversion therapy. Other sensitive themes include drug abuse, animal cruelty, sexism and homophobia. Evan Romansky and...

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