College of Professional Studies Archives

David Madigan (right), Northeastern's provost and senior vice president, elbow-bumps a College of Professional Studies master's graduate as she receives her degree during the ceremony at Matthews Arena. Photo by Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University

The pandemic made the CPS class of 2021 double down and remain focused

“We have officially deconstructed the societal illusion that tells us that disruption undoubtedly brings failure,” said Ebony Small, the student commencement speaker, at Friday’s master’s degree ceremony.

by Peter Ramjug September 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

The COVID-19 outbreak in India hit hard in his hometown. So he built a hospital there.

Managing a team of people in a time zone almost half a day ahead is at the very least inconvenient, if not completely…

by Emily Arntsen June 23, 2021

Latasha Scott carries bags of donated goods at St. Stephen’s Youth Programs in the South End, where she works as the middle school coordinator for the youth leadership corps. Photo by Ruby Wallau/Northeastern University

Families still need help during the pandemic. She makes sure they get what they need.

Asking, instead of assuming, what people need is a key mantra for the staff at St. Stephen’s Youth Programs, says Latasha Scott, the middle school coordinator for the youth leadership corps and a student at Northeastern. It’s become especially important as St. Stephen’s provides supplies and support to families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Kaitlyn Budion June 26, 2020

Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Unemployed in the pandemic? Here’s how to start your own business.

An organization headed by J.D. LaRock, a professor of the practice in Northeastern’s doctor of law and policy program, has launched an online course to teach people who have lost their jobs amid the COVID-19 pandemic how to turn an idea for a business—or a passion or hobby—into a profitable startup.

by Khalida Sarwari May 19, 2020

Keeping your food safe is a good way to contribute to public health during the pandemic, says Darin Detwiler, an assistant teaching professor of food policy. Photo by Ruby Wallau/Northeastern University

Here’s how to fight COVID-19 from your kitchen

Now more than ever, keeping your food from spoiling is essential, says Darin Detwiler, an assistant teaching professor of food policy. Taking the proper precautions might also help us protect each other from spreading SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

by Roberto Molar Candanosa May 13, 2020

Faculty Expert

Darin Detwiler

Assistant Teaching Professor of Food Policy and Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at the College of Professional Studies

There are ways to protect against and prevent spreading COVID-19, but the World Health Organization says an “infodemic” has accompanied the disease, leading people toward inaccurate information and consequential panic. Press Association via AP Images/Jacob King

Fear can be contagious. Here are some ideas for keeping calm.

Take a deep breath. It’s easy to feel consumed by a rapidly developing situation like the COVID-19 pandemic, says behavioral scientist Kristen Lee. Measures to stay healthy are important, and so are measures to stay calm.

by Aria Bracci March 10, 2020

Ryan Vanderweit, a U.S. Army veteran who earned his master’s degree in sports leadership at Northeastern University, is running the Marathon de Sables to raise money for organizations that support veterans. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

This US Army veteran doesn’t consider himself a runner. So why’s he running 150 miles through the Sahara Desert?

A U.S. Army veteran and certified strength and conditioning specialist, Ryan Vanderweit, who earned his master’s degree in sports leadership at Northeastern, is no stranger to physical challenges. But even he says the 250-kilometer Marathon de Sables is daunting.

by Molly Callahan February 28, 2020

Detroit Tigers' Jarrod Saltalamacchia is doused during a post game interview after his two-run walk off home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Sunday, July 17, 2016 in Detroit. The Tigers defeated the Royals 4-2. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

How to start a new life when the dream of baseball ends

A first-of-its-kind partnership between Northeastern and Major League Baseball enables ballplayers to earn university degrees. More than 60 current and former professionals are enrolled through the program.

by Ian Thomsen November 4, 2019