College of Arts, Media & Design Archives

Study finds broad bipartisan support for social media ‘labeling’ to counter misinformation, problematic speech

The results of the national survey, published on Wednesday, may speak to new concerns about misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly surrounding the use of vaccines and other health protocols, says John Wihbey, an assistant professor of journalism and media innovation at Northeastern and co-author of the study.

by Tanner Stening September 16, 2021

A new sustainability seminar lets students propose their own sustainability program. They learn to think critically and propose solutions, says Jacob Glickel, who works in the Office of Sustainability. Photo by Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University

New course to cultivate ideas about how to expand campus sustainability efforts

A weekly seminar this fall will bring together researchers, campus operations, and people who live near the Boston campus into the discussion about the environment. Universities are anchors in their communities, and the class is an opportunity to demonstrate best practices for environmental sustainability and resilience, say faculty experts.

by Peter Ramjug September 7, 2021

Northeastern students gather at Krentzman Quad before the start of the fall semester

Campus infused with new energy as students move into dorms for the fall

After the pandemic lull, people are excited to be back on campus and mixing face-to-face with others again. “There's definitely an energy,” says one student of the upbeat mood.

by Peter Ramjug August 31, 2021

Chris Cuomo, CNN face ethical questions following his brother’s political demise

The CNN star is scheduled to return to the airwaves Monday evening, days after his brother resigned as governor of New York. Northeastern journalism experts say CNN management and Chris Cuomo himself share blame for the “messy situation” involving Gov. Cuomo’s sexual harassment scandal.

by Peter Ramjug August 13, 2021

A student reads on the Northeastern campus.

Looking for something to do in August?

Increase learning comprehension. Explore the basics of Python. Go on a virtual scavenger hunt of Northeastern. These events and many more await you in August.

by Ian Thomsen August 1, 2021

She saw a niche for an arts magazine. Now it’s been embraced by the Boston arts community.

Jameson Johnson created Boston Art Review, which will be publishing its seventh edition this fall. In support of her startup, Johnson has received an inaugural $5,000 Innovator Award from Northeastern’s Women Who Empower inclusion and entrepreneurship initiative.

by Ian Thomsen July 27, 2021

Typeface decisions grow in importance as a political branding tool, new research shows

Republicans are more likely to use serif typefaces than Democrats, particularly as races get more competitive. Female candidates are likelier to use script or handwriting, while men are likelier to use slab serifs, according to an analysis of 2018 congressional campaigns by a Northeastern faculty expert.

by Peter Ramjug July 27, 2021

A new Gallery 360 exhibit looks at our connection with nature and climate change

Humankind’s impact on the environment, including the psychological barriers to addressing climate change, is the focus of Gallery 360’s latest art exhibition, “A Thread, Extended.”

by Peter Ramjug July 14, 2021

Northeastern to mark the significance of the Juneteenth holiday with these events

In-person and virtual experiences June 16-18 will bring the university community together in celebration of the end of slavery in the United States.

by Peter Ramjug June 15, 2021

The winner of this Innovator Award is inspiring people to vote

Emily White, co-founder of the #iVote initiative that hosted a record-setting digital concert around Election Day last year, received an inaugural Innovator Award offered by Northeastern’s Women Who Empower. The $10,000 award was especially gratifying because White applied for it from a hospital bed.

by Ian Thomsen June 14, 2021