April 2025: Notable dates and events

Holocaust and Genocide Awareness Week 2025

March 31 – April 8

Various times and locations on the Boston campus

Northeastern’s Holocaust and Genocide Awareness Week features lectures and presentations exploring survival, resistance and remembrance. Events include a talk from Holocaust survivor Joseph Berger, a student-led exploration of Jewish cultural resilience, and a lecture on postwar efforts to reunite displaced children. Registration is requested for all events.

Earth Month Pop-Up

Tuesday, April 1

Noon EDT

Snell Library Quad, 360 Huntington Ave., Boston

Students can celebrate the start of Earth Month with Northeastern Sustainability. Encourage them to bring their own cups to enjoy complimentary refreshments and delicious add-ins while learning about sustainability efforts on campus.

Canvas: Leveraging Multimedia and External Tools

Wednesday, April 2

Noon EDT

Snell Library, Room SL-216, 360 Huntington Ave., Boston

Students can explore how multimedia and external tools can enrich their coursework in Canvas. This interactive workshop will guide students through creating video content with Panopto and Canvas Studio, using Microsoft Teams for live collaboration, and designing multimedia elements to enhance learning and engagement.

LinkedIn, CV, Resume: CommLab Drop-In Workshops

Thursday, April 3

Noon EDT

Virtual

Encourage your student to attend CommLab’s weekly drop-in workshops for personalized advice and peer feedback on their LinkedIn profiles, CVs and resumes. These sessions provide valuable tips to strengthen professional materials and enhance career readiness.

CSCE and MPF’s BINGO Night

Thursday, April 3

4 p.m. EDT

Hastings Hall, 207, 11 Speare Place, Boston

Students are invited to join CSCE and MPF’s Bingo Night, a fun-filled evening supporting community service and civic engagement initiatives at Northeastern. For a suggested donation of $5 or more, attendees can win exciting prizes, including Dunkin’ Donuts and JP Licks gift cards, CharlieCards and Bluebikes memberships while connecting with peers and contributing to a meaningful cause.

Hear & Now

Thursday, April 3

4 p.m. EDT

Virtual

Students can join Global Learner Support and Wellness for the monthly virtual gathering, Hear & Now. This supportive space provides an opportunity to reflect, process personal experiences, discuss social, political and environmental issues, and build meaningful connections with fellow community members.

Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra in Concert

Friday, April 4

7:30 p.m. EDT

Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen St., Boston

Students can enjoy an evening of live music featuring the Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra under the direction of professor Evan Bennett. The concert, held at the Fenway Center, offers students the opportunity to experience captivating orchestral performances right on campus.

Fun Labs at the Boston Children’s Museum

Saturday, April 5

1:30 p.m. EDT

Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress St., Boston

First-year engineering students at Northeastern have invented, built and coded 40 interactive electronic games — and now they’re ready to be played. Students’ creations will be on display at the Boston Children’s Museum for a special two-day showcase. Families attending the museum can explore and enjoy these hands-on games as part of a fun, educational experience.

Wind Ensemble Spring Concert

Saturday, April 5

5 p.m. EDT

Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen St., Boston

Students are invited to enjoy a dynamic performance by Northeastern’s Wind Ensemble, directed by professor Allen Feinstein. Held at the Fenway Center, this free spring concert showcases the talent of student musicians and offers a lively evening of live music on campus.

DREAM HORSE: Mills College Dance Department Alumnae Show

Saturday, April 5

8 p.m. PDT

Marilyn McArthur Holland Theater, Kapiolani Road, Oakland, California

Students can experience Dream Horse, a dynamic alumnae performance featuring groundbreaking Bay Area choreographers. Presented in the round at the historic Lisser Theater, the show highlights dance as a powerful tool for expression and connection.

Pawsmania

Tuesday, April 8

6 p.m. BST

Devon House Campus Hub, 58 St Katharine’s Way, London

Pawsmania is Northeastern London’s end-of-semester celebration, honoring students and their achievements with the Student Union Awards. With music, festivities and a touch of Husky spirit, this special evening brings the campus community together for recognition, reflection and fun.

AI in Action Week

April 8–10

6 p.m. EDT

Virtual

AI in Action Week offers three interactive, hands-on workshops designed to help students, faculty, staff and alumni apply artificial intelligence in real-world contexts. Participants will learn to build custom bots, craft effective research prompts and develop AI-powered applications and data visualizations. Open to all skill levels — no prior experience required. Registration is required.

Taylor Swift Society: Fearless (Taylor’s Version) Birthday Party

Wednesday, April 9

6 p.m. BST

Room 104, Devon House, 58 St Katharine’s Way, London

Students are invited to join the Taylor Swift Society to celebrate four years since the release of Fearless (Taylor’s Version). This fun, fan-filled gathering is open to all Swifties looking to connect, sing along and enjoy the music together.

Skill-up Wednesdays: Tell Your Story with Microsoft Excel and Copilot

Wednesday, April 9

1 p.m. PDT

Prieto Tech Bar, Rothwell Center, Oakland, California

Students can explore how to use Microsoft Excel and Copilot to transform raw data into clear, compelling stories. This hands-on session introduces essential tools like formulas, filters and charts, with an emphasis on AI-driven features in Microsoft 365.

Midweek Museum: Craft & Create

Wednesday, April 9

6:30 p.m. PDT

Mills College Art Museum, 5000 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, California

Students are invited to unwind before finals at Midweek Museum: Craft & Create. This free, creative de-stressor event lets students relax and express themselves by coloring artworks inspired by pieces from the MCAM collection. All materials are provided.

Khoury Undergraduate and Graduate Research Showcase

Wednesday, April 16

5 p.m. PDT

Lisser Hall 101 Theater & 102 Lobby, Kapiolani Road, Oakland, California

Students and community members are welcome to explore innovative research from Khoury College undergraduates and graduate students. The showcase features posters, short presentations and a keynote panel with researchers and industry partners highlighting the impact of student work across disciplines.

Academic Writing Showcase

Thursday, April 24

2 p.m. EDT

Virtual

Students are invited to attend the annual Academic Writing Showcase hosted by Global Learner Support. This event highlights outstanding student writing across disciplines and cultures, featuring essays, research papers and proposals.

Sports

Baseball vs. Hofstra

Friday, April 11

2 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Students can head to Parsons Field to cheer on the Northeastern baseball team as they take on Hofstra. Show your Husky pride and enjoy an afternoon of campus spirit and competition.

Baseball vs. Hofstra

Saturday, April 12

1 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Students are encouraged to come out and support the Northeastern baseball team as they face Hofstra for game two of the series. Bring your Husky spirit and enjoy the action at the ballpark.

Baseball vs. Hofstra

Sunday, April 13

1 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Cap off the weekend by cheering on the Northeastern baseball team in the final game of their home series against Hofstra. Bring your friends and Husky pride for an afternoon at the diamond.

Baseball vs. Kansas State

Tuesday, April 15

2 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Students can head to Parsons Field to support the Northeastern baseball team as they take on Kansas State. Don your Husky gear and enjoy an afternoon of exciting college baseball action.

Baseball vs. Kansas State

Wednesday, April 16

2 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Join fellow Huskies at Parsons Field to cheer on the Northeastern baseball team in their second matchup against Kansas State. It’s another great afternoon to show your school spirit and enjoy the game.

Baseball vs. Charleston

Friday, April 18

2 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Students can kick off the weekend by supporting the Northeastern baseball team as they take on Charleston. Head to Parsons Field and get loud for the Huskies.

Baseball vs. Charleston

Saturday, April 19

1 p.m. EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Students are invited to cheer on the Northeastern baseball team as they continue their weekend series against Charleston. Bring your friends, wear your red and black, and enjoy game day at the diamond.

Baseball vs. Charleston

Sunday, April 20

Noon EDT

Parsons Field, Friedman Diamond, Brookline, Massachusetts

Wrap up the weekend by cheering on the Northeastern baseball team in the final game of their series against Charleston. Don your Husky gear and enjoy an afternoon at the ballpark.