Alumni Stories Archives

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 graduates Aashray Thatai and Ashish Gurnani co-founded PostFold, a company that designs and sells high-quality casual clothing for work. Courtesy photo.

They couldn’t find anything to wear in New Delhi. So they launched a fashion line.

Northeastern graduates Aashray Thatai and Ashish Gurnani were frustrated. They were each working full time in professional settings near New Delhi and couldn’t find clothes that were stylish, affordable, and appropriate both for work and dinner afterward. So, they created their own.

by Molly Callahan February 27, 2019

Northeastern graduate Anne-Marie Dion is inspiring young girls who love hockey. Her secret weapon? Videos of Northeastern women’s hockey. Photo by Jim Pierce.

How Northeastern women’s hockey is helping teach girls across the country

Anne-Marie Dion is inspiring young girls who love hockey. Her secret weapon? Videos of the Northeastern women’s hockey team.

by David Harbeck February 27, 2019

Mondo Brewing Company in London has introduced a new wave of flavors and brands to the traditional birthplace of pubs. Photo courtesy of Todd Matteson.

Here’s how an American craft beer fanatic became a brewer in London

Todd Matteson, a Northeastern graduate, has been brewing and selling craft beer in the United Kingdom for four years. It was an outcome he didn’t envision.

by Ian Thomsen February 19, 2019

Slate Chocolate Milk, which is lower in sugar and higher in protein than other chocolate milks. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

You’ve grown up. Now chocolate milk has, too.

Manny Lubin and Josh Belinsky launched their company, Slate, to modernize the classic beverage and make it more appealing to adults. The Northeastern graduates said their chocolate milk is low in sugar and lactose-free, contains no artificial ingredients, and can be purchased online.

by Greg St. Martin February 12, 2019

Northeastern will be meeting Boston College in the Beanpot final Monday night at 7:30 p.m. at TD Garden. The Huskies can become the first Northeastern team to win back-to-back Beanpot titles since 1984-85. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Will Northeastern reverse another trend by defending its Beanpot title?

Northeastern will be meeting Boston College in the Beanpot final Monday night at 7:30 at TD Garden. The Huskies can become the first Northeastern team to win back-to-back Beanpot titles since 1984-85, when gas cost $1.09 per gallon, the first dot-com was registered, and coach Jim Madigan was playing forward.

by Ian Thomsen February 8, 2019

“We see lots of students with potential, but they’re too dependent on their families,” said Ayukta Thakur. “We give them the platform to practice life skills in safe environments.” Courtesy photo.

She co-founded the first special needs program for young adults in Dubai

“We see lots of students with potential, but they’re too dependent on their families,” said Ayukta Thakur, who graduated from Northeastern in 2012. “We give them the platform to practice life skills in safe environments.”

by David Harbeck February 7, 2019

A student walks through Centennial Common on Jan. 22, 2019. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

January 2019 in photos

Check out the amazing people, places, and events for the month of January as documented through the lenses of award-winning photographers Matthew Modoono and Adam Glanzman.

by Matthew Modoono February 6, 2019

Students have fun at the 15th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration held in Levine Marketplace at Northeastern University on Feb. 9, 2016. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Can’t-miss events on the Boston campus in February

Find the perfect co-op. Learn how to record a podcast. Cheer on the Huskies in the Beanpot.

by David Harbeck February 4, 2019

Marissa Mullen has created cheese boards for celebrity chef Rachel Ray and the hosts of the Today show. Photo courtesy of Marissa Mullen.

A cheese plate just like this one led to a Today show appearance

In 2013, Marissa Mullen was arranging cheese plates for her friends and classmates at Northeastern as a way to relax during the busy school year. Five and a half years later, she’s making them on TV.

by Molly Callahan January 31, 2019