Ian Thomsen

Abortion rights advocates and anti-abortion protesters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court of the United States Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, DC.

Plain and simple: Abortion rights is a healthcare story

Coverage of the Supreme Court’s reported decision to strike down abortion rights should deal with the effects that will be borne by women and other people who need reproductive healthcare, says Meg Heckman, a Northeastern assistant professor who researches journalism from a feminist point of view.

by Ian Thomsen May 3, 2022

What is the future of Black Twitter under Elon Musk?

The online community has been supporting and driving causes in the U.S.—including the Black Lives Matter movement—for more than a decade. But its future is in doubt now that Elon Musk has bought Twitter, says Meredith Clark, a Northeastern professor who is publishing a book on Black Twitter.

by Ian Thomsen April 29, 2022

The 2022 Academic Honors Convocation awards ceremony is held in the East Village.

Award-winning students ‘exemplify Northeastern’s highest ideals’

Northeastern celebrated its most accomplished learners at the 12th Annual Student Academic Honors Convocation, a ceremony that recognized students for their achievements in scholarship, research, leadership, and innovation. “We’re so excited about celebrating you,” said Joseph E. Aoun, president of Northeastern.

by Ian Thomsen April 28, 2022

Women more likely to die of suicide by gun when an adult in their home becomes a lawful gun owner

“The question that we asked is: ‘What happens to a woman's risk of dying by suicide if an adult she is currently living with decides to become a lawful handgun owner?’” says Matt Miller, a professor of health sciences and epidemiology at Northeastern. His study of 9.5 million women yielded a troubling answer.

by Ian Thomsen April 27, 2022

The United States Embassy to Ukraine stands closed on April 25, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Reappointment of U.S. ambassador to Ukraine signals Russia’s rough road

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its third month, the United States is reopening its embassy in Kyiv. It’s a meaningful gesture that affirms Ukraine’s surprising defiance, says Mai’a Cross, the Edward W. Brooke Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at Northeastern.

by Ian Thomsen April 26, 2022

Northeastern leading the charge in cyber warfare initiative

The university is joining forces with four other institutions to launch a virtual institute to recruit and train the next generation of cybersecurity experts to boost the Department of Defense’s offensive effort.

by Ian Thomsen April 25, 2022

Students celebrate Giving Day at Northeastern.

Giving Day celebration nets a record $3 million for student organizations

Amid a carnival-like atmosphere throughout the Boston campus, Northeastern doubled its previous philanthropic best as the university community reveled in being together again.

by Ian Thomsen April 15, 2022

Samira Malik, Executive Director of Donor Strategy and Special Initiatives, runs at Carter Playground.

A higher purpose lures them–heart and sole–to Boston’s sacred course

At least 11 members of the Northeastern community will be running the 126th Boston Marathon on Monday to raise money for a variety of charitable causes. Among them will be Samira Malik, who found in running “a belief in myself that I didn't have.”

by Ian Thomsen April 14, 2022

Northeastern launches the Burnes Center for Social Change

Nonnie S. Burnes, a Northeastern law graduate who became a Massachusetts Superior Court judge and university trustee, worked in the final year of her life to develop a home for social causes whose leaders will seek to make it the preeminent center for developing problem-solvers to take on climate change, racial justice, education reform, and other pressing issues.

by Ian Thomsen April 14, 2022

A Giving Day poster on Northeastern's Boston campus.

Much to celebrate as Giving Day returns

Northeastern’s annual Giving Day on Thursday will be more than an opportunity to support student groups and organizations of all kinds. It will also serve as a coming-out party after two years of limitations forced by the COVID-19 pandemic—a celebration of the new normal as the winter cold gives way to spring.

by Ian Thomsen April 13, 2022

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