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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

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Tanvi Saxena

Tanvi Saxena, Opinion Columnist

Tanvi Saxena is a first-year journalism major and opinion columnist for the News. She has written opinion pieces on politics and the 2024 election. You can follow her on Instagram at @_tanvisaxena.

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Alessandro Vespignani shares with the audience the process of finding a new Provost. The audience consisted of students and faculty alike.

[Photo] Provost Search Committee hosts undergraduate open forum amid hunt for Madigan’s successor

Madison Evangelist, news staff
February 28, 2025

Alessandro Vespignani shares with the audience the process of finding a new Provost. The audience consisted of students and faculty alike.

Two NU Aaroh members harmonize on the refrain of a South Indian song at the organization’s Valentine’s Day Dilwale celebration Feb. 8. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the month: February 2025

Photo Staff
February 28, 2025

Two NU Aaroh members harmonize on the refrain of a South Indian song at the organization’s Valentine’s Day Dilwale celebration Feb. 8. Read more here.

Two Aaroh members sing a South Indian set. They handed out flowers to the other singers in the set and the audience.

NU Aaroh’s Dilwale showcase creates magic ahead of Valentine’s Day

Tanvi Saxena, photo correspondent
February 13, 2025

NU Aaroh’s Dilwale Valentine’s Day showcase took place at the Fenway Center Feb. 7 and included a vibrant mix of classic romantic melodies. Within the South Asian community, Dilwale means generous...

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Two members of Aaroh perform “Die With A Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. The song was sung with an abundance of energy and emotion.

Two members of Aaroh perform “Die With A Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. The song was sung with an abundance of energy and emotion.

Two of Aaroh’s members sing in the middle of a classical portion. The left singer played the harmonium, whose soothing melodies were key during the songs.

Two of Aaroh’s members sing in the middle of a classical portion. The left singer played the harmonium, whose soothing melodies were key during the songs.

Aaroh’s guitarist strums as three members sing a Bollywood set. The performers changed their outfits from traditional to western, depending on the genre.

Aaroh’s guitarist strums as three members sing a Bollywood set. The performers changed their outfits from traditional to western, depending on the genre.

Aaroh’s guitarist plays a solo while two singers watch. The singers danced along to the tunes.

Aaroh’s guitarist plays a solo while two singers watch. The singers danced along to the tunes.

An Aaroh member sings in a classical set. Audience members sang along to the songs.

An Aaroh member sings in a classical set. Audience members sang along to the songs.

Aaroh members perform “Maula Mere Maula” by Kshitij Tarey, Mithoon and Roopkumar Rathod in colorful attire. During the set, they sat on the floor for a more cozy and intimate ambience.

Aaroh members perform “Maula Mere Maula” by Kshitij Tarey, Mithoon and Roopkumar Rathod in colorful attire. During the set, they sat on the floor for a more cozy and intimate ambience.

Two singers watch as the center performer sings during a Bollywood set. The performers enjoyed themselves on stage, dancing and interacting with the audience.

Two singers watch as the center performer sings during a Bollywood set. The performers enjoyed themselves on stage, dancing and interacting with the audience.

Two Aaroh guitar players accompany a Bollywood set. They joined singers in creating an upbeat atmosphere.

Two Aaroh guitar players accompany a Bollywood set. They joined singers in creating an upbeat atmosphere.

Students sit in a lecture in Churchill Hall. The classroom was built for classes with more than 100 students.

Op-ed: ‘My professor doesn’t know my name!’

Tanvi Saxena, contributor
February 11, 2025

At Northeastern, the spring semester brings snowfall, reunions with friends and, for many, professors who won’t know their name for four months.  Many Northeastern students have sat in a lecture...

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Ghaith al-Omari (left), Dennis Ross (center) and Professor Denise Garcia discuss Northeastern's future diplomacy and action toward Palestine and Israel during The Future of the Middle East Peace Process. A Q&A after the initial questions offered more insight into administrative goals.

Panel discusses the future of the Middle East peace process with backdrop of pro-Palestine protest

Tanvi Saxena, Richie Koehler, and Aiden Stein
February 11, 2025

More than 100 attendees filed into Egan Research Center for The Future of the Middle East Peace Process panel Feb. 4. The event, which comes as the Israeli government and Hamas continue to negotiate a...

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Members of the Spiritual Ensemble from the Boston Arts Academy stand on stage. Students from the ensemble performed before and after the program.

‘It’s important to keep celebrating his legacy’: Northeastern community comes together to celebrate MLK

Emily Niedermeyer and Tanvi Saxena
January 17, 2025

Northeastern hosted its annual celebration honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 16. The event, entitled “A Tribute to the Dream: ‘The Beloved Community,’” allowed speakers...

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Ryder relaxes on a ledge in Snell Quad. The NUPD recently introduced Ryder as Northeastern's third wellness dog, alongside Cooper and Sarge.

‘The dogs are the biggest connection’: Ryder joins force of NUPD wellness dogs

Tanvi Saxena, news correspondent
November 13, 2024

Ryder, a 4-month-old golden retriever puppy, can be seen trotting alongside Northeastern University Police Department officers since his official training as a wellness dog began during the fall 2024 semester.    The...

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Op-ed: Trump’s election is a heartbreaking decision, yet a choice made by the American people

Op-ed: Trump’s election is a heartbreaking decision, yet a choice made by the American people

Tanvi Saxena, contributor
November 11, 2024

After a whirlwind of an election night, Donald Trump officially became the 47th president-elect of the United States Nov. 6. As we awaited results at the start of election night Nov. 5, the country constantly...

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Op-ed: Breaking barriers: Kamala Harris and the fight for a female presidency

Op-ed: Breaking barriers: Kamala Harris and the fight for a female presidency

Tanvi Saxena, contributor
October 20, 2024

Since its origin, the United States has been run by men. That is all the country has ever known. It has been the norm for generations and hasn’t changed since. According to some right-wing Americans,...

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Students partake in a watch party of the presidential debate Sept. 10. Multiple news outlets discussed the debate at length before and after the event.

Op-ed: Are voters really listening?

Tanvi Saxena, contributor
October 9, 2024

The days before the first and likely last presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump felt like a blur of anticipation, concern and possible hope. Northeastern...

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