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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Column: Soaring away from the flu this semester

Column: Soaring away from the flu this semester

Catie Nippins, news staff January 9, 2026

Coughs, sniffles and sneezes have been making their rounds at Northeastern, and as spring semester kicks into gear, staying healthy has never been more important. Influenza, the common cold and the infamous “frat flu” are pervasive on campus at this point in the year....

Groups of students study for their upcoming finals in Snell Library Dec. 3. In the midst of finals, students relied on Boston’s holiday spirit, end-of-semester activities and the upcoming winter break to stay motivated.

Column: 6 ways to decompress during finals season

Evelynn Lin, news staff December 12, 2025

The weeks following Thanksgiving break always sneak up quickly and are some of the most stressful times of the school year. On-campus study spots and cafes fill with students preparing for the onslaught of exams, final papers and projects, while sleep deprivation, chaos and worry...

A graphic featuring the SoWa Art Galleries banner (left), Harvard Art Museums entrance and Copley Society of Art banner (right). Boston hosted an array of galleries across the city from Back Bay to Dorchester.

Column: 4 art galleries to visit around Boston for free

Sabrina Lopez, news correspondent December 10, 2025

The beauty of Boston isn’t limited to its scenery and historical architecture. The city boasts art galleries that can provide the perfect break from your studies or a charming hangout spot with friends. Here’s a list of galleries you can visit for free. Boston University...

Rain drips into a puddle in front of Behrakis Health Sciences Center Nov. 13. On rainy days, Northeastern students often turned to museums, movies and card games to pass the time.

Column: Hiding from the rain? Try not to get too bored

Caroline Baker Dimock, news staff November 17, 2025

Rain has been a common fixture of Boston’s forecast the past few weeks — drizzles, downpours and a nor’easter. Outdoor fall activities like apple picking, leaf peeping, shopping on Newbury Street and visiting cafes to sample their fall drinks seem a lot less appealing....

Students gather around Krentzman Quad during Fall Fest activities Sept. 4, 2018. The annual club fair introduced students to campus groups and organizations each fall. File photo by Riley Robins.

Column: A guide to a stress-free Fall Fest

Emily Rodriguez, news staff August 25, 2025

Fall Fest marks the beginning of a new year and semester at Northeastern, and for many students, it’s their first time being introduced to all that Northeastern has to offer. Scheduled for Sept. 2 this year, the entire campus will be filled with tables, flyers and sign-up sheets...