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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News
The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News
Jessica Xing

Jessica Xing, Photo Editor

Jessica Xing is a fourth-year graphic design major with a minor in journalism. She has previously served as deputy photo editor and design editor and is excited to continue working with photographers for The News this semester. You can follow her on Instagram @jessx.photo.

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Nicola Kachikis (left), a third-year student at Boston University studying public relations and psychology, and Jenna Dean, a fourth-year student at Boston University double majoring in acting and political science, pose for a photo with a puppy. The event reinforced the friends’ desires to adopt a puppy following graduation. “I don’t really like going out, but I would go to this any day,” Dean said.

Nicola Kachikis (left), a third-year student at Boston University studying public relations and psychology, and Jenna Dean, a fourth-year student at Boston University double majoring in acting and political...

Maverick playfully bites another puppy on the field. Puppies continued to play fight and chase each other following the game, weaving around the crowd as spectators watched.

Maverick playfully bites another puppy on the field. Puppies continued to play fight and chase each other following the game, weaving around the crowd as spectators watched.

A visitor pets a puppy while another photographs it. Many guests were excited by this puppy’s noticeably soft coat of fur.

A visitor pets a puppy while another photographs it. Many guests were excited by this puppy’s noticeably soft coat of fur.

A dog and its owner sit next to a wooden fence separating them from the adoption event. Outside the Puppy Bowl area, dogs roamed off-leash while their owners partook in drinks.

A dog and its owner sit next to a wooden fence separating them from the adoption event. Outside the Puppy Bowl area, dogs roamed off-leash while their owners partook in drinks.

Milo, a 12-week-old puppy, poses on top of a coffee squeaky toy. Milo served as one of the co-captains of Everett Wag Time.

[Photo] Park-9 Puppy Bowl brings football fans, puppies together for good cause

February 12, 2024

Milo, a 12-week-old puppy, poses on top of a coffee squeaky toy. Milo served as one of the co-captains of Everett Wag Time.

Two visitors pet a puppy held up by a Sweet Paws member. Two puppies were successfully adopted by the end of the event, with one getting to go home the same day.

Two visitors pet a puppy held up by a Sweet Paws member. Two puppies were successfully adopted by the end of the event, with one getting to go home the same day.

Nugent holds one of the puppies up for adoption as a large crowd gathers to watch the Puppy Bowl. Some visitors came specifically for the Puppy Bowl, while others were pleasantly surprised to watch the event.

Nugent holds one of the puppies up for adoption as a large crowd gathers to watch the Puppy Bowl. Some visitors came specifically for the Puppy Bowl, while others were pleasantly surprised to watch the...

Milo bites his brother River’s tail. Many in-team fights occurred during the game as the athletes lost sight of who their teammates were.

Milo bites his brother River’s tail. Many in-team fights occurred during the game as the athletes lost sight of who their teammates were.

A dog dressed in a referee shirt stands next to the playing field. While tasked with watching over the game, the referee was particularly fond of the tub of tennis balls provided for the dogs.

A dog dressed in a referee shirt stands next to the playing field. While tasked with watching over the game, the referee was particularly fond of the tub of tennis balls provided for the dogs.

A puppy in a light blue bandana hangs onto a gate. Early on in the game, many puppies started tipping over the fence surrounding the field in an attempt to escape.

A puppy in a light blue bandana hangs onto a gate. Early on in the game, many puppies started tipping over the fence surrounding the field in an attempt to escape.

A Blackbird Doughnuts employee hands out samples of triple chocolate donut holes. Many visitors were too excited to wait and began trying their treats while they went down the row of businesses.

13th annual Taste of Chocolate Festival sweetens Harvard Square visitors’ weekends

Jessica Xing, photo editor
January 31, 2024

Hundreds of visitors lined up on Brattle Street Saturday afternoon for the first day of the 13th annual Taste of Chocolate Festival. Hosted by the Harvard Square Business Association, the festival...

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Three friends dance together to DJ Finnz’s pop music. Some passersby decided to join in the festivities after seeing the crowd and hearing the music.

Three friends dance together to DJ Finnz’s pop music. Some passersby decided to join in the festivities after seeing the crowd and hearing the music.

An attendee expresses pleasant surprise over the taste of a chocolate sample. The Harvard Square Business Association hoped to provide a fun community event while also helping local businesses gain new customers.

An attendee expresses pleasant surprise over the taste of a chocolate sample. The Harvard Square Business Association hoped to provide a fun community event while also helping local businesses gain new...

A woman dressed in an all-rainbow outfit excitedly hands out Dunkin’ munchkins. Many festival-goers enjoyed her bright and cheery demeanor.

A woman dressed in an all-rainbow outfit excitedly hands out Dunkin’ munchkins. Many festival-goers enjoyed her bright and cheery demeanor.

A member of Grooversity smiles while playing the drums. The group was founded in part with a focus on community outreach and has performed at many events like the Taste of Chocolate Festival.

A member of Grooversity smiles while playing the drums. The group was founded in part with a focus on community outreach and has performed at many events like the Taste of Chocolate Festival.

DJ Joey Finnz adjusts his set as two visitors sit and enjoy chocolate samples in the background. While the energy of the crowd started off low, Finnz’s pop remixes eventually inspired more people to start dancing.

DJ Joey Finnz adjusts his set as two visitors sit and enjoy chocolate samples in the background. While the energy of the crowd started off low, Finnz’s pop remixes eventually inspired more people to...

Two boxes of chocolates from Bridgewater Chocolate sit open for people to take from. The business prepared three types of chocolate for the festival.

Two boxes of chocolates from Bridgewater Chocolate sit open for people to take from. The business prepared three types of chocolate for the festival.

Two friends catch up while enjoying their plates of free chocolate samples. Along with outdoor tables and chairs, Brattle Plaza featured a few igloos that visitors could sit in for extra warmth.

Two friends catch up while enjoying their plates of free chocolate samples. Along with outdoor tables and chairs, Brattle Plaza featured a few igloos that visitors could sit in for extra warmth.

Visitors wait in line for free chocolate samples. Hundreds showed up to the festival and waited their turn for the sweets.

Visitors wait in line for free chocolate samples. Hundreds showed up to the festival and waited their turn for the sweets.

Marcus Santos, the director and founder of Grooversity, leads the audience in dancing to the drums. His infectious smile, high-energy dancing and inviting hand gestures compelled many in the crowd to dance along.

Marcus Santos, the director and founder of Grooversity, leads the audience in dancing to the drums. His infectious smile, high-energy dancing and inviting hand gestures compelled many in the crowd to dance...

An employee for Sub Zero Ice Cream hands a visitor a sample of nitrogen ice cream. The employees mixed fresh nitrogen ice cream batches in front of everyone at their table.

An employee for Sub Zero Ice Cream hands a visitor a sample of nitrogen ice cream. The employees mixed fresh nitrogen ice cream batches in front of everyone at their table.

Two employees for Bridgewater Chocolate chop up chocolates in preparation for the free tasting event. Businesses were asked to prepare over 1000 bite-sized chocolate pieces for festival attendees.

Two employees for Bridgewater Chocolate chop up chocolates in preparation for the free tasting event. Businesses were asked to prepare over 1000 bite-sized chocolate pieces for festival attendees.

A woman dressed in an all-rainbow outfit excitedly hands out Dunkin’ munchkins during the 13th annual Taste of Chocolate Festival in Harvard Square Jan. 27. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the month: January

Photo Staff
February 1, 2024

A woman dressed in an all-rainbow outfit excitedly hands out Dunkin’ munchkins during the 13th annual Taste of Chocolate Festival in Harvard Square Jan. 27. Read more here.

A group of prospective students and parents stop at Krentzman Quadrangle during an admissions tour. Northeastern received a record-breaking number of applications for fall 2024.

[Photo] Northeastern undergraduate applications surge, breaking record for 2024

January 29, 2024

A group of prospective students and parents stop at Krentzman Quadrangle during an admissions tour. Northeastern received a record-breaking number of applications for fall 2024.

Tyler Brogan poses with a copy of his petition. Brogan began petitioning for a sustainability class to be added to NUpath since last year.

[Photo] ‘This is pretty serious stuff’: One student’s journey advocating for required sustainability classes at Northeastern

Lily Webber, news staff
January 27, 2024

Brogan holds up one of many copies of his petition. He has exclusively collected physical signatures by talking to passersby on campus and speaking to classes.

The Middle East stands at 472 Massachusetts Ave. The nightclub has been known to feature different types of bands at the same time with its five rooms.

[Photo] ‘It was like an oasis’: How The Middle East became a talked-about music venue

Henry Bova, news correspondent
January 23, 2024

he front door of The Middle East. The venue's "built-in crowd" has given it an advantage over other venues.

Handmade signs sit on the floor of Curry Student Center next to a scroll listing the names of hundreds of Palestinian children killed in the Israel-Hamas war. The signs and scroll were part of a sit-in for Palestine hosted by Huskies for a Free Palestine Dec. 1.

[Photo] Op-ed: No, Palestine is not complicated

Noah Colbert, contributor
December 31, 2023

Handmade signs sit on the floor of Curry Student Center next to a scroll listing the names of hundreds of Palestinian children killed in the Israel-Hamas war. The signs and scroll were part of a sit-in...

The Latinx Student Cultural Center stands at 104 Forsyth St. Some students have expressed concern that the name of the center is not inclusive toward all Latino and Hispanic individuals.

[Photo] Students weigh in on inclusive name for Latinx Student Cultural Center

Val O’Neill, deputy campus editor
December 27, 2023

The Latinx Student Cultural Center stands at 104 Forsyth St. Some students have expressed concern that the name of the center is not inclusive toward all Latino and Hispanic individuals.

Students gather around a white scroll enumerating the names of hundreds of Palestinian children killed in the Israel-Hamas war at a Dec. 1 sit-in in Curry Student Center. The demonstration, organized by HFP, resulted in some participants facing disciplinary action from the university.

[Photo] Sit-in condemning university’s ‘complicity’ in Israel-Hamas war garners national attention, triggers disciplinary charges against involved students

Emily Spatz, campus editor
December 21, 2023

Poster boards sit in Centennial Common during the tribute event. The boards included information about the history of the conflict, which organizers hoped would reach students who were uninformed about Palestinian history.

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

Sonel Cutler, Eli Curwin, and Emily Spatz
April 18, 2024

Poster boards sit in Centennial Common during the tribute event. The boards included information about the history of the conflict, which organizers hoped would reach students who were uninformed about...

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[Photo] Northeastern student Shane McCarthy remembered as involved student, loving son and brother

Kristina DaPonte, news staff
December 10, 2023

Children and adults watch the performances at the Faneuil Hall tree lighting Nov. 21.

[Photo] Column: 6 activities to get you in the holiday spirit

Alex DuBois, news correspondent
December 7, 2023

Children and adults watch the performances at the Faneuil Hall tree lighting Nov. 21.

A Christmas tree stands in front of the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center. The tree was lit during a ceremony Nov. 21.

[Photo] Tree lighting at Faneuil Hall holds importance to locals, vendors alike

Morgan Lane, news correspondent
November 28, 2023

Two people pose for a selfie with someone dressed as the Grinch. Children and adults alike lined up for a photo with the Grinch.

The Cabot Center, where the Northeastern track and field team trains, stands on Huntington Avenue. A former Northeastern track and field coach was charged Tuesday on accusations related to a nude photo scheme.

[Photo] Former Northeastern track and field coach pleads guilty to tricking women in nude photo scheme

November 21, 2023

The Cabot Center, where the Northeastern track and field team trains, stands on Huntington Avenue. A former Northeastern track and field coach was charged Tuesday on accusations related to a nude photo...

(Left to right, top to bottom) Gregory Katz, Owen Kasmin, Charlie Zhang and Giovanni Falco. Photos by Darin Zullo, courtesy Owen Kasmin, courtesy CLEAN slate and by Jessica Xing, respectively. Graphic by Jessica Xing.

[Photo] SGA members express concerns about internal communication following EVP resignation

Emily Spatz, deputy campus editor
November 13, 2023

(Left to right, top to bottom) Gregory Katz, Owen Kasmin, Charlie Zhang and Giovanni Falco. Photos by Darin Zullo, courtesy Owen Kasmin, courtesy CLEAN slate and by Jessica Xing, respectively. Graphic...

Two women walk under an archway that says “Kiss Me.” Decorations such as wreaths, Christmas trees and string lights contributed to the holiday atmosphere.

Snowport market brings holiday cheer to Boston, supports small businesses

Jessica Xing, photo editor
November 15, 2023

Hundreds flocked to Seaport Saturday for the fifth annual Snowport Holiday Market. With four entrances, the lines for Snowport wrapped around the block. While some decided the wait wasn’t worth it,...

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A child smiles while holding a cup of ice cream as her mother takes a photo. Despite the chilly weather, many purchased frozen treats.

A child smiles while holding a cup of ice cream as her mother takes a photo. Despite the chilly weather, many purchased frozen treats.

Two shoppers enjoy a hot drink while chatting at a standing table. The market offered many opportunities to catch up with friends and family.

Two shoppers enjoy a hot drink while chatting at a standing table. The market offered many opportunities to catch up with friends and family.

Shoppers walk around the numerous booths at The Holiday Market. Due to popularity, people had to wait for about 30 minutes to enter.

Shoppers walk around the numerous booths at The Holiday Market. Due to popularity, people had to wait for about 30 minutes to enter.

A family poses for a photo in the Snowport photo booth. Some vendors sold children’s toys, clothes and books.

A family poses for a photo in the Snowport photo booth. Some vendors sold children’s toys, clothes and books.

A food truck vendor for ZaZ Restaurant writes down a customer’s order. The Caribbean fusion restaurant served up specialties such as salmon hush puppies and jerk chicken.

A food truck vendor for ZaZ Restaurant writes down a customer’s order. The Caribbean fusion restaurant served up specialties such as salmon hush puppies and jerk chicken.

A dog jumps up for a bag of treats that his owner is holding. Many shoppers bought their dogs new treats, toys and accessories.

A dog jumps up for a bag of treats that his owner is holding. Many shoppers bought their dogs new treats, toys and accessories.

A shopper takes a selfie while holding up her drink. Social media photos and videos have made the market more popular.

A shopper takes a selfie while holding up her drink. Social media photos and videos have made the market more popular.

A mother helps her child with a craft. Located near the food and drink lounge, The Holiday Market featured a “Crafting Corner” where children could do arts and crafts.

A mother helps her child with a craft. Located near the food and drink lounge, The Holiday Market featured a “Crafting Corner” where children could do arts and crafts.

Li reorganizes the display for the Mama Lam’s booth. A majority of small businesses at the market were woman-owned.

Li reorganizes the display for the Mama Lam’s booth. A majority of small businesses at the market were woman-owned.

A woman reaches for salted toffee from The Fat Cactus. Along with various chocolates, the booth served specialty hot chocolate drinks.

A woman reaches for salted toffee from The Fat Cactus. Along with various chocolates, the booth served specialty hot chocolate drinks.

A vendor for Natural OliveWood talks to a customer. Like many vendors, the booth sold handmade goods.

A vendor for Natural OliveWood talks to a customer. Like many vendors, the booth sold handmade goods.

A sign displaying how the Snell Library Renovation Project will affect all floors stands on the first floor of the library. The fourth floor, which has been closed for 10 months, will reopen Nov. 13.

[Photo] Snell fourth floor reopens amid renovations, third-floor closure announced

November 10, 2023

A sign displaying how the Snell Library Renovation Project will affect all floors stands on the first floor of the library. The fourth floor, which has been closed for 10 months, will reopen Nov. 13.

A family and its corgi run down Summer Street in “Harry Potter” costumes. Many families wore matching costumes with their dogs.

Boston dogs gather in Downtown Crossing for annual Howl-o-ween costume paw-rade

Jessica Xing, photo editor
November 7, 2023

Furry four-legged friends and their owners strutted down Summer Street in their best costumes Oct. 28 for the ninth annual Doggone Halloween Pet Parade. Presented by the Downtown Boston Business Improvement...

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A golden retriever receives pets and attention from parade attendees. Many dogs appeared eager to make new furry and human friends.

A golden retriever receives pets and attention from parade attendees. Many dogs appeared eager to make new furry and human friends.

A dog owner dressed as Colonel Sanders holds his dog, dressed as a bucket of fried chicken, while they walk past the crowd. Some dogs were carried in the parade while others were pushed in a stroller.

A dog owner dressed as Colonel Sanders holds his dog, dressed as a bucket of fried chicken, while they walk past the crowd. Some dogs were carried in the parade while others were pushed in a stroller.

Two dog owners pose for a photo with their dogs. The dog on the left was dressed as a Chinese lion while the dog on the right was dressed as Stitch from “Lilo and Stitch.”

Two dog owners pose for a photo with their dogs. The dog on the left was dressed as a Chinese lion while the dog on the right was dressed as Stitch from “Lilo and Stitch.”

An owner feeds her dog a treat as they show off their matching costumes. Anybody with a pet was allowed to walk in the parade even if they did not register in advance.

An owner feeds her dog a treat as they show off their matching costumes. Anybody with a pet was allowed to walk in the parade even if they did not register in advance.

A dog in a dragon costume and his family, dressed as “Game of Thrones” characters, are introduced to the audience. Following the parade, the event host introduced each dog to the judges.

A dog in a dragon costume and his family, dressed as “Game of Thrones” characters, are introduced to the audience. Following the parade, the event host introduced each dog to the judges.

Parade participants line up while onlookers step to the side of the street. Each dog’s family walked down the street one-by-one to cheers and a-paws.

Parade participants line up while onlookers step to the side of the street. Each dog’s family walked down the street one-by-one to cheers and a-paws.

A dog dressed as a hot dog. The dog’s adopted sibling was dressed as a hamburger while their owners wore fast food costumes.

A dog dressed as a hot dog. The dog’s adopted sibling was dressed as a hamburger while their owners wore fast food costumes.

A dog owner takes a picture of their dog who is dressed as Georgie Denbrough from “It.” An open green space with pumpkins and hay bales was set up for attendees to take photos with.

A dog owner takes a picture of their dog who is dressed as Georgie Denbrough from “It.” An open green space with pumpkins and hay bales was set up for attendees to take photos with.

Maya, a great pyrenees, and her family walk in the parade dressed as “Mario Kart” characters. The costume won the Best Dog & Child Duo category.

Maya, a great pyrenees, and her family walk in the parade dressed as “Mario Kart” characters. The costume won the Best Dog & Child Duo category.

Katrina Chapman, a vendor for The Fish & Bone, a pet store on Newbury Street, speaks with a potential customer. Many vendors used the parade as an opportunity to meet pet parents. “We love going to events around town,” Chapman said. “Meet people, see dogs; that’s our favorite part.”

Katrina Chapman, a vendor for The Fish & Bone, a pet store on Newbury Street, speaks with a potential customer. Many vendors used the parade as an opportunity to meet pet parents. “We love going to events...

A dog dressed as a “Barbie” car meets another dog dressed as a bat. Popular costumes included Barbie and Ken, pumpkins and lions.

A dog dressed as a “Barbie” car meets another dog dressed as a bat. Popular costumes included Barbie and Ken, pumpkins and lions.

A statement released by Northeastern about the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Some students believed the statement failed to address the struggles that Palestinians have faced during the conflict with Israel.

[Photo] Op-ed: Northeastern’s response to Hamas attack fails to acknowledge Palestinian suffering

Niya Plynton, contributor
November 1, 2023

A statement released by Northeastern about the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Some students believed the statement failed to address the struggles that Palestinians have faced during the conflict with...

A burrito from El Jefe's Taqueria. El Jefe's came out on top in the News' burrito rankings.

[Photo] Column: All wrapped up! The 4 best burrito spots on and around campus

Rachana Madhav, news correspondent
November 1, 2023

A burrito from El Jefe's Taqueria. El Jefe's came out on top in the News' burrito rankings.

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[Photo] Data reveals over half of Northeastern’s student population is in the top 10% of family incomes

Sarah Mesdijan, news correspondent
October 26, 2023

Ell Hall stands behind Krentzman Quadrangle. Northeasten University was ranked 53rd in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 best college rankings.

[Photo] U.S. World & News Report drops Northeastern from top 50 national colleges after altering ranking system

Jarriah Cockhren, news correspondent
October 20, 2023

Ell Hall stands behind Krentzman Quadrangle. Northeasten University was ranked 53rd in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 best college rankings.

A sign telling people that visits are by appointment only, with the exception of mental health walk-in hours, stands at the entrance to UHCS. Many students have voiced concerns about the lack of resources from UHCS.

[Photo] Op-ed: Northeastern’s lack of healthcare resources puts students’ health last

Alyssa Enright, contributor
October 16, 2023

A sign telling people that visits are by appointment only, with the exception of mental health walk-in hours, stands at the entrance to UHCS. Many students have voiced concerns about the lack of resources...

Two students holding cereal boxes shop for drinks in Wollaston's. University staff, locals, commuters and students have frequently visited Wollaston's for quick purchases.

[Photo] Op-ed: Wollaston’s high prices rarely justify “convenience” compared to neighboring stores

Carrie Gilmore, contributor
October 16, 2023

A customers leaves Wollaston's. Many on-campus students have chosen to shop at Wollaston's due to its convenient location.

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