Posts by Morgyn Joubert

EU’s vote could be the beginning of the end for combustion engine cars

The European Union voted to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035. A Northeastern economics expert weighs in on whether it will be a major incentive for other countries and vehicle manufacturers to phase out fossil fuel-powered vehicles.

• by Morgyn Joubert   June 10, 2022

Kick start the summer semester with these 10 events in and around the Boston campus.

Are you spending your summer in Boston and looking for ways to have fun while you’re away from the classroom? Whether you’re faculty,…

• by Morgyn Joubert   May 27, 2022

Overturning Roe v. Wade could impact how other countries view abortion rights

As the Supreme Court’s final decision on whether it will overturn Roe v. Wade looms, a question remains: Will other countries follow the same path as the United States by restricting or banning abortions, or will this be an incentive for them to move in the opposite direction?

• by Morgyn Joubert   May 23, 2022

Will overturning Roe v. Wade impact this year’s midterm elections?

As mobilization intensifies after POLITICO released a leaked draft of the Supreme Court’s opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade, many are wondering if this expected ruling will upend the 2022 midterm elections. Northeastern political science experts weigh in as voters prepare to cast their votes this election cycle.

• by Morgyn Joubert   May 6, 2022

Florida wants to strip Disney World of its special status. Does it violate First Amendment rights?

The theme park’s self-governing privileges hang in the balance after Florida lawmakers decided to strip the company of its special tax benefits following a feud with the governor. But did the action violate Disney’s protected speech, and will the media conglomerate decide to fight it?

• by Morgyn Joubert   April 29, 2022

What does the future hold for presidential debates?

The Republican National Committee’s withdrawal from the Commission on Presidential Debates raises the question of what will happen to future forums and whether a GOP candidate will ever face off with another opponent again? A Northeastern political expert weighs in.

• by Morgyn Joubert   April 26, 2022

At what cost are we tapping into the nation’s petroleum reserve?

President Joe Biden has ordered the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the country's petroleum stockpile for the next six months to combat the nation’s oil crisis as the Russian war in Ukraine marches toward its third month. But some, including two Northeastern professors, question whether Biden was right to do so.

• by Morgyn Joubert   April 14, 2022

Northeastern launches into busy events season to welcome the end of the academic year

Northeastern is ready to end with a bang this spring semester as the academic year comes to a close. These next few weeks will be filled with tons of events to show appreciation to students, faculty, and staff who have embodied the ideals and values of the university.

• by Morgyn Joubert   March 31, 2022

Are the Oscars still too white? Data shows little progress.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences at the beginning of every year announce the Oscars nominations, and each year its choices are questioned by consumers worldwide about whether they include a diverse representation of Hollywood in each of the show’s categories—or whether they’ll miss the mark.

• by Morgyn Joubert and Eunice Esomonu   March 25, 2022

Wellness Week brings self-care, yoga, meditation, and more

Wellness Week 2022 has started at Northeastern across the campus network. It’s a week chock-full of events geared to holistic wellness by focusing on the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. This will be an opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and parents to take part in activities that showcase the importance of self-care.

• by Morgyn Joubert   March 18, 2022