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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Elena Plumb, Editorial Columnist

All content by Elena Plumb
An entrance to the UHCS building on Forsyth Street.

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

Elena Plumb, news correspondent
December 2, 2020

Northeastern has decorated the Boston campus with lawn signs and murals touting its COVID-19 response mantra, “Protect the Pack,” but students question where this dedication to student health has been...

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The Electoral College is a unique feature of the American electoral system.

Op-ed: The Electoral College is an erosion of American democracy

Elena Plumb, contributor
November 12, 2020

In response to President Donald J. Trump’s calls to “stop the count” of legally-casted mail-in ballots, protestors gathered in the streets of several U.S. cities, hoisting picket signs denouncing...

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With several safety precautions in place, some NU students are confident in returning to campus.

Op-ed: Why Northeastern should proceed with reopening

Elena Plumb, contributor
August 21, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc across America, with over 5 million cases and over 160,000 deaths. States have reversed reopening agendas, public officials have encouraged the reinstatement...

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Op-ed: TMZ exploits celebrities in its news coverage

Op-ed: TMZ exploits celebrities in its news coverage

Elena Plumb, contributor
February 13, 2020

Celebrities understand their public role and the extent to which the media can comment on their personal lives. They grow accustomed to the bright flashes of paparazzi cameras, the barrages of fans outside...

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Op-ed: American high schools and colleges should integrate life skills education into curricula

Op-ed: American high schools and colleges should integrate life skills education into curricula

Elena Plumb, contributor
December 16, 2019

“When will I use this information?” is a question oft-uttered by the typical high school or college student in the United States. One can spend countless hours memorizing the battles of the Revolutionary...

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Joshua Davis performs in the Haymarket Lounge at the City Winery Nov. 14.

Joshua Davis delivers personalized, raw concert experience

Elena Plumb, news correspondent
November 20, 2019

The lights in the Haymarket Lounge at the City Winery dimmed, the chatter floating through the audience silenced and a purple glow washed over the stage, illuminating headliner Joshua Davis as he began...

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Mens basketball senior guards Jordan Roland and Bolden Brace help a teammate off the ground in a game last season versus Hofstra.

Northeastern basketball reacts to NCAA endorsement ruling

Elena Plumb, news correspondent
November 19, 2019
The NCAA Board of Governors unanimously voted in favor of enabling collegiate athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness last month.
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Mayor Martin J. Walsh at the annual Latino Coffee Hour event.

Boston spotlights the Latinx community during Hispanic Heritage Month

Elena Plumb, news correspondent
October 3, 2019

Last Saturday, Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the city council welcomed Boston’s Latinx community to Harambee Park for the fourth annual Latino Coffee Hour, an afternoon of sunshine, chatter and culture in...

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The Swipe2Care program holds students accountable to donate meals to fellow students.

Op-ed: Northeastern meal plans require students to fork over ridiculous sums

Elena Plumb, contributor
September 26, 2019

The average American spends approximately $4 per meal, dining out included, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The average Northeastern first-year student spends $14.27 per meal.  Last...

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