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The Huntington News
The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News
The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Sarah Olender, Lifestyle Editor

Sarah Olender is a third-year journalism major with minors in photojournalism and business administration. This is her second semester as the lifestyle editor. She has a passion for podcasting and is currently co-oping at Rococo Punch, a podcasting company, and interning at The Golden Hours Podcast. She loves to tell stories through many forms of media, whether it be writing, film, photography or audio, and enjoys making people laugh. Follow her on Twitter @olendersarah.
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Jahmyl Telfort goes for a three-pointer in a game against Hofstra. The Huskies fell to the Pride 72-53 Wednesday night.

[Photo] Men’s basketball can’t keep up with Hofstra, lose 72-53

Eamonn Ryan, news staff
February 9, 2023

Jahmyl Telfort goes for a three-pointer in a game against Hofstra. The Huskies fell to the Pride 72-53 Wednesday night.

Riley Hughes and the 2019-20 men's hockey team celebrate their Beanpot victory over Boston University Feb. 10, 2020.

[Photo] Riley Hughes is the unsung hero of men’s hockey

Emily Chung, news correspondent
December 7, 2022

Riley Hughes and the 2019-20 men's hockey team celebrate their Beanpot victory over Boston University Feb. 10, 2020.

Alina Mueller faces off against Boston College.

[Photo] Alina Mueller: Leading from Boston to Beijing and back with grace

Alex Sumas, sports editor
September 6, 2022

Alina Mueller faces off against Boston College.

The Northeastern Huskies fell to the Wisconsin Badgers, 2-1 in overtime, during the final face off of the national championships.

[Photo] No. 1 women’s hockey’s historic season ends with 2-1 OT loss to Wisconsin in title game

George Barker, news staff
March 21, 2021

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The No. 1 Northeastern women's hockey team will look to take home the national championship Saturday night against Wisconsin.

[Photo] No. 1 women’s hockey looks for first national championship against No. 2 Wisconsin

George Barker, news staff
March 20, 2021

The No. 1 Northeastern women's hockey team will look to take home the national championship Saturday night against Wisconsin.

The Northeastern Huskies narrowly claimed victory on the road to the national championships in overtime, 3-2, against the Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] No. 1 women’s hockey battles back in 3-2 OT semifinal win over UMD for chance at national title

George Barker, news staff
March 18, 2021

The Northeastern Huskies, entering the Frozen Four for the first time, will face Minnesota Duluth in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] Frozen Four Preview: No. 1 women’s hockey faces swift No. 5 Minnesota Duluth in program’s first Frozen Four appearance

George Barker, news staff
March 18, 2021

The Northeastern Huskies, entering the Frozen Four for the first time, will face Minnesota Duluth in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament Thursday afternoon.

Forward Katie Cipra sent the Robert Morris goaltender the wrong way as the Huskies sent the Colonials home Monday afternoon in their NCAA quarterfinal win.

[Photo] Frozen Four bound: No. 1 women’s hockey punches ticket to first Frozen Four berth with 5-1 win over RMU

George Barker, news staff
March 15, 2021

The two Huskies will battle one another tonight for the Hockey East quarterfinals, a rematch of last year's Hockey East Championship games.

[Photo] No. 1 seeded women’s hockey faces familiar, experienced UConn in Hockey East semifinals

George Barker, news staff
March 3, 2021

The two Huskies will battle one another tonight for the Hockey East quarterfinals, a rematch of last year's Hockey East Championship games.

The Huskies were met with a challenging test in Friday night's game against University of Vermont.

[Photo] No. 2 women’s hockey grabs 3-1 win over UVM in one of their tightest games this season

George Barker, news staff
February 20, 2021

The Huskies were met with a challenging test in Friday night's game against University of Vermont.

Tyson Walker poured in 27 points, but UNC dominated inside and outmatched the Huskies.

[Photo] Men’s basketball outmatched by North Carolina, loses 82-62 in rare non-conference matchup

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
February 18, 2021

Tyson Walker poured in 27 points, but UNC dominated inside and outmatched the Huskies.

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker scored a career-high 36 points in the Huskies' win over Towson.

[Photo] Tyson Walker scores career-high 36 points, Huskies beat Towson 76-67

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
February 13, 2021

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker scored a career-high 36 points in the Huskies' win over Towson.

NU Men's hockey win against UNH 6-2 in the first game of the weekend, after a two-game losing streak

[Photo] No. 18 Northeastern snaps two-game slide with 6-2 win over New Hampshire

Erin Walsh, news staff
February 12, 2021

NU Men's hockey win against UNH 6-2 in the first game of the weekend, after a two-game losing streak

Over the decades, the Beanpot, which occurs on the first two Monday nights of February, has become cemented as a hockey tradition in the Boston community.

[Photo] The Beanpot: What it means to the Boston hockey community and beyond

Mihiro Shimano, sports editor
February 1, 2021

Over the decades, the Beanpot, which occurs on the first two Monday nights of February, has become cemented as a hockey tradition in the Boston community.

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[Photo] No. 4 women’s hockey defeats UConn 2-0 in Hockey East Championship rematch

George Barker, news staff
January 26, 2021

This season, the men's basketball team have traded their usual jersey phrase to a phrase of their choice expressing their beliefs.

Custom phrases display messages calling for social justice, allow athletes’ voices to be heard

Sarah Olender, news staff
January 23, 2021

Before games, the men’s basketball team normally wears long sleeve warm-up jerseys that say “Northeastern Basketball” or a motivational quote. The phrase changes each year, but this year the jerseys...

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[Photo] No. 4 women’s hockey topples visiting Maine Black Bears 3-2 in overtime

George Barker, news staff
January 17, 2021

The Huskies have now won their last six with their win over Charleston.

[Photo] Doherty tips men’s basketball over the edge with game-winning bucket in Charleston

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
January 17, 2021

The Huskies have now won their last six with their win over Charleston.

It was a big day for Shaq Walters as he finished with a double-double in the Huskies' win over Charleston.

[Photo] Men’s basketball holds off Charleston, pulls out 67-62 win

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
January 16, 2021

It was a big day for Shaq Walters as he finished with a double-double in the Huskies' win over Charleston.

The Huskies' Friday and Saturday game against Boston College cancelled due to a positive COVID-19 case.

[Photo] No. 13 men’s hockey vs. No. 3 Boston College postponed due to positive COVID-19 case

Erin Walsh, news correspondent
January 15, 2021

The Huskies' Friday and Saturday game against Boston College cancelled due to a positive COVID-19 case.

The Huskies beat UNH 7-0 Wednesday despite absence from head coach Jim Madigan and freshman goaltender Devon Levi.

[Photo] No. 13 men’s hockey dominates in 7-0 win over UNH

Erin Walsh, news correspondent
January 13, 2021

The Huskies beat UNH 7-0 Wednesday despite absence from head coach Jim Madigan and freshman goaltender Devon Levi.

Jordan Harris scored two goals against UMass, but it was not enough as the Huskies fell in both matchups.

[Photo] No. 10 men’s hockey swept in home-and-home against No. 9 UMass

Leah Cussen, news staff
January 3, 2021

Jordan Harris scored two goals against UMass, but it was not enough as the Huskies fell in both matchups.

Tyson Walker finished the weekend with 35 points and 10 assists from both games as the Huskies swept Elon in their CAA opening weekend

[Photo] Men’s basketball sweeps in CAA Opening Weekend against Elon

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
January 3, 2021

Tyson Walker finished the weekend with 35 points and 10 assists from both games as the Huskies swept Elon in their CAA opening weekend

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker and the Huskies had a rough day at no. 9 West Virginia.

[Photo] Men’s basketball overpowered by no. 9 West Virginia, lose 73-51

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 30, 2020

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker and the Huskies had a rough day at no. 9 West Virginia.

The Huskies beat Providence once and tied them once this weekend.

[Photo] No. 11 men’s hockey sweeps UVM with shootout goal

Leah Cussen, news staff
December 28, 2020

The Huskies beat Providence once and tied them once this weekend.

The Huskies were unable to make a comeback Sunday afternoon against Old Dominion despite a hard fight.

[Photo] Men’s basketball can’t complete comeback in 66-62 loss to Old Dominion

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 20, 2020

The Huskies were unable to make a comeback Sunday afternoon against Old Dominion despite a hard fight.

Freshman forward Jahmyl Telfort was a bright spot off the bench in the Huskies' loss to Syracuse

[Photo] Huskies lose 62-56 to Syracuse in defensive battle

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 17, 2020

Freshman forward Jahmyl Telfort was a bright spot off the bench in the Huskies' loss to Syracuse

Senior goaltender Aerin Frankel and defender Skylar Fontaine watch as Boston College scores in the Huskies' 2-1 loss to the Eagles.

[Photo] No. 2 women’s hockey drops home opener to BC, 2-1

George Barker, news staff
December 14, 2020

Senior goaltender Aerin Frankel and defender Skylar Fontaine watch as Boston College scores in the Huskies' 2-1 loss to the Eagles.

Huskies earn two wins against Merrimack in season opener by 8-2 and 6-3.

[Photo] No. 14 men’s hockey earn two Hockey East wins in weekend opener against Merrimack

Leah Cussen, city editor
December 13, 2020

Huskies earn two wins against Merrimack in season opener by 8-2 and 6-3.

Freshman forward Jahmyl Telfort (11 points) helped the Huskies beat UMass on Sunday in their 2020-21 home opener.

[Photo] Men’s basketball holds on to beat UMass in wild finish

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 13, 2020

Freshman forward Jahmyl Telfort (11 points) helped the Huskies beat UMass on Sunday in their 2020-21 home opener.

Sophomore forward Aidan McDonough and the rest of the men's hockey team look to start strong against Merrimack this season.

[Photo] Men’s hockey preview: In an unpredictable season, the Huskies plan to take it one game at a time

Leah Cussen, city editor
December 12, 2020

Sophomore forward Aidan McDonough and the rest of the men's hockey team look to start strong against Merrimack this season.

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker scored 29 points, but it was not enough for the Huskies to overcome a solid UMass team.

[Photo] Minutemen defeat Huskies despite Tyson Walker’s efforts

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 12, 2020

Sophomore guard Tyson Walker scored 29 points, but it was not enough for the Huskies to overcome a solid UMass team.

Huskies win 4-1 to Boston College in their first game of the winter season.

[Photo] No. 2 women’s hockey wins season opener against No. 9 BC, 4-1

George Barker, news staff
December 12, 2020

Huskies win 4-1 to Boston College in their first game of the winter season.

The Huskies will try to get off to a hot start against UMass at 1:30 behind preseason second-team all-CAA honoree guard Tyson Walker.

[Photo] Men’s basketball preview: Huskies reload following third straight CAA Championship appearance

Eamonn Ryan, deputy sports editor
December 11, 2020

The Huskies will try to get off to a hot start against UMass at 1:30 behind preseason second-team all-CAA honoree guard Tyson Walker.

Matt Filipe skates the puck to the opposing net in a game against UConn last season in January.

[Photo] Northeastern athletes gone pro: Matt Filipe

Rania Kalaaji, news correspondent
November 10, 2020

Matt Filipe skates the puck to the opposing net in a game against UConn last season in January.

Former redshirt junior guard Maxime Boursiquot dunks last season in a game against College of Charleston.

[Photo] Northeastern winter sports teams to return stronger than ever

Adessa Jayne, news correspondent
November 9, 2020

Former redshirt junior guard Maxime Boursiquot dunks last season in a game against College of Charleston.

'The Haunting of Bly Manor' is a spooky series you should binge before Halloween.

Review: ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ frightens with suspense

Sarah Olender, lifestyle editor
October 29, 2020

Director Mike Flanagan is a perfectionist. He couldn’t just stop after creating the chilling and widely acclaimed “The Haunting of Hill House.” He had to craft a second chapter that was bigger, better...

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[Photo] Review: The characters of ‘French Exit’ are ‘as dry as the on-screen martinis’

Natalie Duerr, news correspondent
October 28, 2020

In recent months, Greek life has fallen under scrutiny and many have called for its abolishment.

[Photo] Column: Greek life needs to be reformed, but abolishment isn’t the answer

Taylor Hsu, columnist
October 25, 2020

In recent months, Greek life has fallen under scrutiny and many have called for its abolishment.

Northeastern students socialize on Centennial from a socially distant length.

[Photo] Column: Socializing in a time of social distancing

Katie Mogg, news correspondent
October 22, 2020

Northeastern students socialize on Centennial from a socially distant length.

The women's hockey team at the Women's Hockey East Championship, where they beat UConn 9-1.

[Photo] Hockey and basketball likely to return in late November

Valeria Vazquez, sports editor
October 14, 2020

The women's hockey team at the Women's Hockey East Championship, where they beat UConn 9-1.

Sophomore defenseman Jayden Struble, speaks up about the BLM movement with the support of his team.

[Photo] Jayden Struble speaks up about racism, diversity in hockey

Marta Hill, news correspondent
August 26, 2020

Struble looks to pass in the first game of the 2020 Beanpot against Harvard.

Many people have taken to baking as a hobby during quarantine.

Column: What your quarantine obsession says about you

Sarah Olender, lifestyle editor
August 23, 2020

Time is really weird right now. On one hand, it seems like it was just yesterday we were mourning Kobe Bryant’s death, flying back to campus from spring break and celebrating Northeastern Women’s hockey...

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Signs instructing campus visitors to wear a mask are placed around campus.

Reopening updates: Northeastern clarifies testing guidelines, off-campus students to be tested three times a week

Charlie Wolfson, Deanna Schwartz, George Barker, Ingrid Angulo, Jessica Silverman, Sarah Olender, and Marta Hill
June 25, 2020

This story will be updated continually as new information comes from the university and elsewhere that pertains to Northeastern students. 4:30 p.m. Sept. 8: Northeastern clarifies testing guidelines,...

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Northeastern shares additional NUflex details on cleaning, visas, sports in Tuesday town hall

Northeastern shares additional NUflex details on cleaning, visas, sports in Tuesday town hall

Sarah Olender, news staff
June 16, 2020

In a virtual town hall meeting Tuesday, both Senior Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Madeleine Estabrook and Chancellor and Senior Vice President for Learning Ken Henderson told students that safety...

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Jordan Harris handles the puck with his eye on the net during the Beanpot final.

[Photo] Beanpot hero Jordan Harris looks beyond individual success, appreciates supporters

Alex Sumas, news correspondent
April 12, 2020

The Huskies, with Harris and Pantano in the middle, celebrate their third straight Beanpot.

Capistran and Hartman standing together during the championship celebration.

[Photo] The loss of a possible national title, two iconic NU leaders

George Barker, sports editor
March 23, 2020

Capistran and Hartman standing together during the championship celebration.

The Pantheon in Rome, where students studying abroad were called back to the US.

[Photo] For students returning from overseas, a loss of money and opportunities

Alex Sumas, news correspondent
March 23, 2020

The Pantheon in Rome, where students studying abroad were called back to the US.

Northeastern has postponed the start of next semester and canceled spring break.

Live updates: Northeastern and COVID-19

Charlie Wolfson, Deanna Schwartz, George Barker, Katie McCreedy, Sarah Olender, Nick Swindell, and Hannah Bernstein
March 17, 2020

This story will be updated continually as new information comes from the university and elsewhere that pertains to Northeastern students. 4:45 p.m. June 11: Northeastern details NUflex program All classrooms...

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First Northeastern student tests positive for COVID-19

First Northeastern student tests positive for COVID-19

George Barker and Sarah Olender
March 15, 2020

At 9:12 p.m. Sunday, the Office of the Chancellor announced that a Northeastern student living off campus has tested positive for COVID-19. “This student, who has been in isolation since last Thursday,...

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Men's hockey standing for the national anthem during this year's Beanpot.

[Photo] [UPDATED] Tournament cancellations sweep the NCAA

George Barker, sports editor
March 12, 2020

Men's hockey standing for the national anthem during this year's Beanpot.

NU junior forward Zach Solow and BU freshman forward Wilmer Skoog face off at the 2020 Beanpot final game where NU won 5-4.

[Photo] No. 16 men’s hockey heads to playoffs after 2-1 victory over BU

Leah Cussen, news staff
March 10, 2020

NU junior forward Zach Solow and BU freshman forward Wilmer Skoog face off at the 2020 Beanpot final game where NU won 5-4.

After yesterday's Hockey East title game against UConn, the Swiss native further proved why she is a Patty Kaz finalist.

[Photo] Mueller strengthens Patty Kaz case with dominant Hockey East title game

Mike Puzzanghera, news staff
March 9, 2020

After yesterday's Hockey East title game against UConn, the Swiss native further proved why she is a Patty Kaz finalist.

Aurard races down the ice. The French-born winger had a tremendous postseason, securing a spot on the All-Tournament team.

Aurard races down the ice. The French-born winger had a tremendous postseason, securing a spot on the All-Tournament team.

Schryver, who has stepped into a huge role as a freshman, contributed two goals to the Husky win.

Schryver, who has stepped into a huge role as a freshman, contributed two goals to the Husky win.

Northeastern hoists the Hockey East trophy for the third year straight.

[Photo] Pure dominance: No. 4 women’s hockey takes third-straight league championship with 9-1 win over UConn

March 8, 2020

Northeastern hoists the Hockey East trophy for the third year straight.

Peyton Anderson and the NU Huskies celebrate their ninth goal of the contest.

Peyton Anderson and the NU Huskies celebrate their ninth goal of the contest.

Fontaine straps on her championship hat. The junior blueliner scored three goals over championship weekend.

Fontaine straps on her championship hat. The junior blueliner scored three goals over championship weekend.

Fisher had a rough game statistically, surrendering nine goals, but the majority of her goals allowed came on near perfect plays by NU.

Fisher had a rough game statistically, surrendering nine goals, but the majority of her goals allowed came on near perfect plays by NU.

Alina Mueller, Skylar Fontaine and Dave Flint celebrate together, before Flint was doused with water.

[Photo] Column: A tragic end to a historic Husky year

March 14, 2020

Alina Mueller, Skylar Fontaine and Dave Flint celebrate together, before Flint was doused with water.

No. 4 Northeastern, celebrating their 3-1 semifinal victory above, is now just one game away from a three-peat.

[Photo] No. 4 women’s hockey punches ticket to Hockey East final with 3-1 nail-biter over Maine

George Barker, sports editor
March 7, 2020

"I think that we worked really hard, especially in the third period, to come back. The entire team was just thinking they love each other," Fontaine said of her team's reaction to the empty-net goal.

The Huskies gather during one of the multiple goal reviews of their quarterfinals clinching win.

[Photo] Championship week primer: Battle-tested Huskies have just two more Hockey East hurdles

George Barker, sports editor
March 5, 2020

Sophomore defender Megan Carter fights to clear the crease and defender her goalie during a mid-January tilt against UConn last season.

Biagio Lerario, who scored one of the Husky goals of the weekend, prepares to take a face-off against UMass Lowell earlier this season,

[Photo] No. 12 men’s hockey take back-to-back losses against Vermont

Leah Cussen, news staff
March 3, 2020

Biagio Lerario, who scored one of the Husky goals of the weekend, prepares to take a face-off against UMass Lowell earlier this season,

Redshirt senior Jordan Roland goes for a basket in a game against Drexel earlier this year.

[Photo] Huskies lose last home game of the season to Towson 75-72

Valeria Vazquez, deputy sports editor
March 1, 2020

Redshirt senior Jordan Roland goes for a basket in a game against Drexel earlier this year.

The NU skaters celebrate their second of three goals.

[Photo] No. 4 women’s hockey advances to Hockey East semis, defeats UVM 3-1

George Barker, sports editor
February 28, 2020

Frankel makes one of her 25 saves of the contest.

Graduate student Guilien Smith scored his career high of 20 points in tonight's game against JMU.

[Photo] Guilien Smith reaches career high in win against James Madison

Valeria Vazquez, deputy sports editor
February 27, 2020

Graduate student Guilien Smith scored his career high of 20 points in tonight's game against JMU.

Junior forward Veronika Pettey rips a shot during today's playoff game.

Four-goal third period sees No. 4 women’s hockey past UVM

Sarah Olender and Mike Puzzanghera
February 27, 2020

After a sluggish second stanza left top-seeded Northeastern level with eighth-seeded Vermont, the Northeastern women’s hockey team needed to make a change going into the third. The Huskies did just that,...

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Evans and Hart will open the first recreational marijuana shop and economic empowerment client in Massachusetts.

Local cannabis dispensary reaps benefits of economic empowerment opportunities

Sarah Olender, news staff
February 27, 2020

After years of preparation behind the scenes, Pure Oasis, a local cannabis dispensary, is set to open between the end of February and early March. It will not only be the first recreational cannabis dispensary...

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Tyler Madden rips a shot on net, where UConn's goaltender waits to squeeze the puck against the pipe.

[Photo] A tumultuous two weeks for offense-driving Tyler Madden

Riana Buchman, news staff
February 26, 2020

Madden celebrates a goal during NU's first Beanpot game this year.

Katy Knoll, one of the Huskies' freshman stars, powers down the ice to aid Alina Mueller and Aerin Frankel on defense.

[Photo] Star-studded No. 4 women’s hockey gears up for playoffs

George Barker, sports editor
February 26, 2020

Katy Knoll, one of the Huskies' freshman stars, powers down the ice to aid Alina Mueller and Aerin Frankel on defense.

Junior goalie Aerin Frankel now has 19 career shutouts, just barely off from the NU all time record.

[Photo] No. 3/4 women’s hockey celebrates senior night with a 3-0 win over Merrimack, Frankel breaks records

George Barker, sports editor
February 22, 2020

Hartman finishes the regular season with 18 points, tied with her career high for a season.

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