John D. O’Bryant African American Institute

Northeastern University remembers Leonard Brown

Leonard Lewis Brown was a professional jazz musician—a saxophonist, composer, and arranger— an educator, an ethnomusicologist, and a specialist in multicultural…

by Molly Chase - contributor March 29, 2019

Northeastern celebrates 50 years of the John D. O'Bryant African American Institute

A commitment to inspiring students toward excellence, success, and service. A model for inclusiveness on Northeastern’s campus. A “home away from home” for students. This was how members of the Northeastern community described the impact the institute has had on students and the broader university community over the past 50 years.

by Greg St. Martin November 10, 2018

The hard story of Caribbean immigrants and the American Dream

Caught between their parents’ traditions and the pressure to assimilate to a new culture, second-generation immigrants face specific challenges. These challenges are made more complex for the children of Caribbean immigrants in the United States, according to a group of scholars who discussed the topic last week at Northeastern.

by Molly Callahan October 1, 2018

Northeastern celebrates Black History Month

Northeastern’s celebration of Black History Month will feature more than a dozen educational events, including a panel discussion with African American leaders, a conversation with activist Shaun King, and a forum on the media’s portrayal of women of color.

by Jason Kornwitz February 5, 2018

NUPD, Northeastern Crossing team up to host Halloween for local youth

As part of the fun program, 2- to 4-year-olds from a pair of local daycare centers will have the opportunity to go trick-or-treating at Northeastern.

by Jason Kornwitz October 31, 2017

Northeastern, NAACP president consider ‘What would Dr. King do now?’

As part of Northeastern’s weeklong commemoration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., the university hosted Cornell William Brooks, president and CEO of the NAACP, and other leaders to discuss civil rights issues facing America today and in the future.

by Molly Callahan January 20, 2017

Student strives to foster greatness in Northeastern community

Kyumon Murrell’s co-op and extracurricular activities underscore his commitment to empowering others to succeed. “Everything I do has to align with my values,” he says.

by Jason Kornwitz November 30, 2016

Student recognized for LGBTQ leadership efforts

Nolan Tesis was one of six students nationwide to be selected for the 2016 Arcus Fellowship, a program that supports LGBTQ leaders and their initiatives. Tesis, who is dedicated to advancing the causes of the LGBTQ community, is hosting a Transgender Day of Remembrance on Saturday.

by Molly Callahan November 17, 2016

Northeastern to launch innovative program in energy for underrepresented minority students

Northeastern researchers have received a $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to establish an innovative scholarship and mentoring program that supports college transfer students from underrepresented backgrounds who are studying and doing research in energy.

by Greg St. Martin October 13, 2016

Northeastern’s Black History Month to honor global impact of African diaspora

The monthlong celebration will feature more than a dozen educational events, including a film screening, an art exhibit, and a walking tour of Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood.

by Jason Kornwitz February 1, 2016