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SAIL student advisory board members Colin Mullaney, Erykah Kangbeya, and Miracle Olatunji. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

This new learning tool helps students get the most out of their experiences at Northeastern and beyond

SAIL, a new tool developed by Northeastern educators, is designed to help students make sense of their learning experiences in class, on co-op, and in their everyday lives.

by Khalida Sarwari February 28, 2019

Northeastern President Joseph E. Aoun, left, and NCH Founder and Master Anthony Grayling talk to students on the campus in London on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2018. Photo by Suzanne Plunkett for Northeastern University

Northeastern finalizes partnership agreement with New College of the Humanities in London

Northeastern University last week finalized a partnership with New College of the Humanities, a private college in central London, formalizing an agreement that will expand Northeastern’s global network of campuses and create new academic and research opportunities at both institutions.

by Greg St. Martin February 26, 2019

On Monday, Ken Henderson takes on a new role as Northeastern’s first chancellor. Photo by Adam Glanzman/Northeastern University

Meet Northeastern’s new chancellor

On Monday, Ken Henderson takes on a new role as Northeastern's new chancellor. Henderson, who had been serving as dean of the College of Science since July 2016, sat down with David Filipov, executive editor of News@Northeastern, to discuss his new assignment and vision for the university.

by Ian Thomsen February 11, 2019

Deanna Raineri comes to Northeastern from Coursera, an online education company, where she most recently served as the chief academic strategist and the interim chief content officer. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Northeastern vice president will oversee lifelong experiential learning and mobility strategy

Northeastern University has appointed Deanna Raineri as vice president and vice provost for digital learning and mobility strategy effective Jan. 2, 2019. Raineri comes to Northeastern from Coursera, an online education company, where she most recently served as the chief academic strategist and the interim chief content officer.

by Greg St. Martin December 21, 2018

Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Northeastern establishes the Khoury College of Computer Sciences

Northeastern University is naming its fastest-growing college the Khoury College of Computer Sciences in honor of alumnus and trustee Amin Khoury. Inspired by Northeastern’s leadership in digital innovation, Khoury has endowed the college with $50 million to support all aspects of the college’s future focus.

by Ian Thomsen December 17, 2018

Members of the Northeastern community prepare to tour the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex. Photo by Adam Glanzman/Northeastern University

Northeastern joins forces with Suffolk Construction to build the future of data

Northeastern’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business is forming a partnership with Suffolk Construction, a national contracting company, to develop data-based solutions to help businesses succeed.

by Laura Castañón November 20, 2018

Northeastern University on Monday Nov. 12, 2018 held its annual Veterans Day ceremony to honor past and present members of the university community who have served their country. Remarks were given by Mike Pasqua, President, Northeastern Student Veterans Organization, Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Luchetta, NUROTC Professor of Military Science, Neal Finnegan, Chairman of the Board Emeritus, Rear Admiral Danelle Barrett, Director, U.S. Navy Cyber Security Division Director, and Northeastern University President Joseph Aoun. Photo by Adam Glanzman/Northeastern University

‘Our university never stopped embracing the military’

A day after the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, Northeastern also celebrated 100 years of collaboration with the military at its annual Veterans Day ceremony.

by Molly Callahan November 12, 2018

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Northeastern University

Northeastern celebrates 50 years of the John D. O'Bryant African American Institute

A commitment to inspiring students toward excellence, success, and service. A model for inclusiveness on Northeastern’s campus. A “home away from home” for students. This was how members of the Northeastern community described the impact the institute has had on students and the broader university community over the past 50 years.

by Greg St. Martin November 10, 2018

Northeastern University celebrated its 116th Commencement on May 4, 2018. Since 2006, Northeastern has grown enrollment of international students by 540 percent and enrollment of students of color by 116 percent. Photo by Billie Weiss/Northeastern University

Northeastern receives national award for commitment to diversity

For the third straight year, Northeastern was selected for the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. The award recognizes colleges and universities in the United States that “demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.”

by Greg St. Martin November 7, 2018

Firefighters work to control the multi-alarm fire at 104 Hemenway St. on Oct. 27, 2018. Photos by Lauren Scornavacca for Northeastern University

Northeastern responds to needs of students displaced by fire

The university is working to help students who were displaced by a fire that destroyed an apartment building on Hemenway St. on Saturday.

by Aria Bracci October 29, 2018

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