December 2024: Notable dates and events

December is just around the corner, and Northeastern has an exciting calendar of events lined up for undergraduate students. Encourage your student to take part and make the most of these upcoming events.

Notable Dates

Monday, Dec. 2: Classes resume after fall break

Wednesday, Dec. 4: Last day of fall classes

Thursday: Dec. 5: Last day to drop a fall class with a W grade

Friday, Dec. 6: First day of final exams for fall classes

Friday, Dec. 13: Last day of final exams for fall classes

Monday, Dec. 16: First day of winter break

Upcoming events

Workshop: Introduction to Machine Learning for Text Analysis with Python

Wednesday, Dec. 4

5 p.m. GMT

Virtual

Encourage your student to join this free virtual workshop to learn Python and machine learning techniques for text analysis. They’ll explore tools to classify datasets and solve real-world problems.

Transform Your Survey: MS Forms and Copilot in Action

Wednesday, Dec. 4

1 p.m. EST

Snell Engineering Center, 110 Forsyth St., Boston

Students can join this free, hands-on tutorial to master Microsoft Forms and Copilot. They’ll learn to create personalized surveys, share them easily and analyze results to streamline campus tasks.

History Annual Holiday Event 2025

Wednesday, Dec. 4

3 p.m. EST

Columbus Place and Alumni Center, 716 Columbus Place, 6th floor, Boston

Celebrate the accomplishments of history students and faculty at this festive event. Enjoy a reception and program marking the end of a successful semester and the start of winter break.

Omesi Live Performance

Wednesday, Dec. 4

7 p.m. EST

Ryder Hall, 11 Leon St., Boston

Don’t miss Northeastern student and rising alternative R&B artist Omesi as he takes the stage before graduating this December. With over a million monthly streams and a Sony Music deal, he’s bringing his talents back to where it all started.

Bay Area Queens

Wednesday, Dec. 4

6 p.m. PST

Rothwell Theater, 144 Rothwell Center, Oakland

Experience an evening of glamour, talent and entertainment as local Bay Area Queens light up the stage. Don’t miss this fabulous drag show performance.

Living Off Campus Workshop

Thursday, Dec. 5

11 a.m. EST

Virtual

Is your student planning to live off campus in 2025? This virtual session covers everything from apartment searches and budgeting to leases and neighborhood tips. Connect with off-campus experts and Community Ambassadors to get all your questions answered.

International Students: Let’s Chat: Mental Wellness

Thursday, Dec. 5

2 p.m. EST

Virtual

Students can join a supportive and non-judgmental space to connect with peers and a UHCS clinician. They will have the chance to discuss mental wellness, share experiences and explore resources at Northeastern.

Sharpening Your Intercultural Communication Skills

Wednesday, Dec. 11

4 p.m. EST

Virtual

Students can enhance their intercultural communication skills in this free virtual workshop. They will explore how culture shapes communication and practice strategies for effective interactions in academic and professional settings. Registration required.