The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

All content by Rachel Mahoney
A sculpture stands in front of framed paintings and a bookshelf. The Boston Athenaeum was established over 200 years ago in 1807.

Boston Athenaeum decorates its shelves with city’s rich history

Rachel Mahoney, news correspondent
October 31, 2023

With notable guests like John Adams and artifacts such as a skin-bound book from the 19th century, the Boston Athenaeum has served as a cultural and literary establishment spanning more than two centuries...

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Members of Students Demand Action table at a voter registration event in Curry Student Center. The Northeastern chapter of SDA was founded this fall.

Students Demand Action founded at Northeastern to combat rising gun violence

Rachel Mahoney, news correspondent
October 21, 2023

This fall, Northeastern students founded a new chapter of Students Demand Action, or SDA, to advocate for state and federal gun control and gun legislation, educate students about gun violence and offer...

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 Customers pull clothes off of racks at a Goodwill in Jamaica Plain. As thrifting became more popular during the pandemic, people have wondered if the demand has increased prices and lowered accessibility to affordable clothing.

Op-Ed: The Ethical Issue of Thrifting in Boston

Rachel Mahoney, contributor
April 3, 2023

Through the rise of social media trends, thrifting has become a popular and sustainable method for students to get trendy clothing. However, many of these stores were designed to offer affordable clothing...

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Op-ed: Study abroad is an overlooked privilege

Op-ed: Study abroad is an overlooked privilege

Rachel Mahoney, contributor 
March 14, 2023

One of the most sought-after experiences at Northeastern is studying abroad. The university has programs like N.U.in and Global Scholars that give students a unique opportunity to start their college experience...

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