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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Kelly Thomas

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 A ballot dropbox located outside City Hall in 2020. Members of the American public have expressed concern over the ages of presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump, who are 81 years old and 77 years old, respectively.

[Photo] Op-ed: My grandfather’s peers shouldn’t be president

Alexis Algazy, contributor
March 7, 2024

A ballot dropbox located outside City Hall in 2020. Members of the American public have expressed concern over the ages of presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump, who are 81 years old and...

On Sunday, March 28, students were reunited with Rebeccas Cafe and got one more chance to enjoy their favorites.

[Photo] For one day only, beloved campus eatery Rebecca’s Cafe returns

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 31, 2021

On Sunday, March 28, students were reunited with Rebecca's Cafe and got one more chance to enjoy their favorites.

An entrance to the UHCS building on Forsyth Street.

[Photo] Column: Northeastern isn’t “Protecting the Pack” when it ignores mental health

George LaBour, columnist
March 3, 2021

An entrance to the UHCS building on Forsyth Street.

In the past years, there has been an increase of female presence on MLBs coaching staff, including Ng, Nakken, Smith and Goodrum.

[Photo] Ng, Nakken, Smith, Goodrum have thrown a baseball into the glass ceiling

Sarah Barber, news correspondent
February 27, 2021

In the past years, there has been an increase of female presence on MLB's coaching staff, including Ng, Nakken, Smith and Goodrum.

In an email Feb. 26, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Madigan announced that summer courses will be taught using the NUflex model.

[Photo] Summer courses to be delivered in hybrid NUflex model

Marta Hill, deputy campus editor
February 26, 2021

In an email Feb. 26, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Madigan announced that summer courses will be taught using the NUflex model.

The Massachusetts State House, located in Beacon Hill.

State will meet 2020 emissions goal, though experts worry about future progress

Kelly Thomas, news staff
December 11, 2020

Massachusetts is on track to reach its goal of cutting annual statewide emissions to 70.8 million metric tons of carbon dioxide this year, experts say. This year’s goal, mandated by the 2008 Global...

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An entrance to the UHCS building on Forsyth Street.

[Photo] ‘Protecting the pack’: students call on administration to strengthen mental health services

Elena Plumb, news correspondent
December 2, 2020

An entrance to the UHCS building on Forsyth Street.

The University Health and Counseling Services building is one location students can seek medical care.

[Photo] Students echo communication issues with NU health plan

Matt Yan, news staff
November 18, 2020

The University Health and Counseling Services building is one location students can seek medical care.

Architects and designers might have to incorporate what they’ve learned so far from the pandemic into planning spaces for the future.

[Photo] In addressing COVID concerns, architects are finding lasting changes to design

Jill Makin, news correspondent
November 10, 2020

Architects and designers might have to incorporate what they’ve learned so far from the pandemic into planning spaces for the future.

Northeastern students were able to vote at Matthews Arena on Election Day.

[Photo] Northeastern students, staff held post-election discussion groups

Mihiro Shimano, news staff
November 10, 2020

Northeastern students were able to vote at Matthews Arena on Election Day.

Question 1 on this year’s Massachusetts ballot passed with 75% voter approval.

[Photo] Massachusetts votes ‘yes’ on Question 1, expanding 2013 right-to-repair law

Ali Dusinberre, news staff
November 5, 2020

Question 1 on this year’s Massachusetts ballot passed with 75% voter approval.

There are still many ways to enjoy Halloween in the COVID era.

[Photo] Column: Ways to celebrate Halloween safely during COVID-19

Ariana Ottrando, news correspondent
October 28, 2020

There are still many ways to enjoy Halloween in the COVID era.

September’s preliminary election will narrow the field down to two candidates who will face off in the Nov. 2 general election.

[Photo] COVID-19 creates obstacles to engaging young voters

Jayden Khatib, deputy city editor
October 28, 2020

September’s preliminary election will narrow the field down to two candidates who will face off in the Nov. 2 general election.

Students leave International Village Dining with “grab ’n go” meals.

[Photo] Op-ed: Dining must meet the standards of NU’s COVID-19 response

Arjun Ramachandrula, contributor
October 18, 2020

Students leave International Village Dining with “grab ’n go” meals.

“For a lot of us first-gen, low-income students, we kind of have to handle this ourselves without our parents because they dont have the experience,” said second year computer science major Kelly Ma.

[Photo] Remote learners face financial burdens after aid reductions

Ali Dusinberre, news staff
October 14, 2020

“For a lot of us first-gen, low-income students, we kind of have to handle this ourselves without our parents because they don't have the experience,” said second year computer science major Kelly...

“I know that the chances of students dying are low, but is that what it’s going to take?” said Abbie Levesque, a doctoral candidate in English and instructor of first-year writing.

[Photo] Faculty members describe confusion, pressure to return to campus

Matt Yan, news staff
October 12, 2020

“I know that the chances of students dying are low, but is that what it’s going to take?” said Abbie Levesque, a doctoral candidate in English and instructor of first-year writing.

“At the end of the day, what I want to make sure that all students know is that the protections havent changed,” said OUEC Deputy Coordinator and Investigator Brigid Hart-Molloy.

[Photo] NU’s Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment policy fills gaps left by federal Title IX overhaul

Maya Homan, news staff
September 30, 2020

“At the end of the day, what I want to make sure that all students know is that the protections haven't changed,” said OUEC Deputy Coordinator and Investigator Brigid Hart-Molloy.

Northeastern has the third most international students in the country.

[Photo] Northeastern joins Harvard, MIT in lawsuit against immigration policy

Jayden Khatib, deputy city editor
July 8, 2020

Northeastern has the third most international students in the country.

Located in Ell Hall, Blackman Auditorium is the largest space on campus that students can book for events, seating 988.

[Photo] Performing arts groups struggle with budget cuts, Blackman cost

Deanna Schwartz, campus editor
February 12, 2020

Located in Ell Hall, Blackman Auditorium is the largest space on campus that students can book for events, seating 988.

Northeastern filed a proposal with the city to use 149 rooms in the Midtown Hotel as student housing.

[Photo] Students still housed in Midtown Hotel after two years

Savannah Miller, news correspondent
January 29, 2020

Northeastern filed a proposal with the city to use 149 rooms in the Midtown Hotel as student housing.

Northeastern Playa Bowls  opened on Huntington Avenue on Dec. 14, 2019.

[Photo] New Jersey chain Playa Bowls comes to Northeastern

Alexis Santoro, news correspondent
January 22, 2020

Northeastern Playa Bowls opened on Huntington Avenue on Dec. 14, 2019.

Amy Hayward and her dog Forrest play outside of ISEC.

Rabbits and cats and dogs, oh my: Life on campus with a support animal 

Kelly Thomas, news correspondent
November 6, 2019

Spend some time on campus and you’ll discover that Northeastern’s residence halls are home not only to students, but also to a community of pets who blend into the hustle and bustle of campus life...

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Every year, hundreds of Northeastern students strip for the Underwear Run.

Students race through Boston’s streets in 14th annual underwear run

Kelly Thomas, news correspondent
October 22, 2019
On Friday night, several hundred Northeastern students stripped down to their underwear to run through campus and nearby streets in the 14th annual Underwear Run.
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Boston Globe clippings are one of the many offerings in the archives department.

Snell archives strengthen students’ connection to history

Kelly Thomas, news correspondent
October 3, 2019

Nestled in the basement of Snell Library, the Archives and Special Collections Department serves as a link to the past and a bridge to the future for students and communities in Boston and abroad.  Housing...

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Kaitlyn Moleti, a first-year behavioral neuroscience major and East Village resident, said she has to walk through the wind tunnel on St. Botolph Street every day.

On-campus wind tunnels: “delightful” or dangerous?

Kelly Thomas, news correspondent
September 17, 2019
Architecture on campus transforms wind patterns and weather into phenomena called “wind tunnels.” These wind tunnels have become fixtures on campus, affecting many students daily on their commute to class or home.  
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