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Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies
Silhouette of a person at the Seattle Commencement ceremony in 2023 wearing a cap and gown.

Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

Miriam Warren, chief diversity officer at Yelp and board chair of the Yelp Foundation, will speak at the Oakland commencement ceremony.
Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Professors Elizabeth Mynatt and Eduardo Sontag have been elected to the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

Parvatker’s research looks at new methods of evaluating the sustainability of different chemicals and chemical manufacturing techniques.
At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

Isabella Rando is completing a co-op at the Center for Child Development and Lactation, which treats babies born prematurely.
Northeastern students enjoy the sun, Husky puppies, cherry blossoms, ice cream, friendship and … finals

Northeastern students enjoy the sun, Husky puppies, cherry blossoms, ice cream, friendship and … finals

From outdoor study sessions to cuddling with Husky puppies, students share their experiences that define final exam week at Northeastern.

Israel-Hamas War

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praying with hands uplifted in front of a large crowd, also praying.

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

Iran launched a strike, deploying more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% which were intercepted by Israel and its allies.
How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

Engineering expert Qin Jim Chen says the mission presents several challenges, but none are insurmountable.
A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

“I think one topline finding that resonates with prior survey findings and some prior research is that there are both partisan and generational differences in attitudes towards Israel and Palestine,” David Lazer says.
Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

With tensions now flaring in the Middle East and in Europe, can the two crises snowball into one global war or are they contained?
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

The need to understand the horrors of the Holocaust and the role of fascism and antisemitism in the genocide has added weight this year.

World News

Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

Live Nation and Ticketmaster face an impending federal antitrust lawsuit. Will the government finally break up the monopoly?

Live Nation and Ticketmaster face an impending federal antitrust lawsuit. Will the government finally break up the monopoly?

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Society & Culture

We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

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We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

What is eldest daughter syndrome? Is it a real condition?

These Northeastern graduates are improving our neighborhoods one tree at a time

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These Northeastern graduates are improving our neighborhoods one tree at a time

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Health

Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

Drinking water in low-income communities is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

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Business

She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

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Lifestyle

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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Law

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

Are bans on homeless encampments, sleeping outside ‘cruel and unusual’?

Are bans on homeless encampments, sleeping outside ‘cruel and unusual’?

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

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Arts & Entertainment

Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

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Science & Technology

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue   

Is AI revolutionizing rehabilitation care? This Northeastern expert is digging deep on the issue   

New models of Big Bang by Northeastern physicists show that visible universe and invisible dark matter co-evolved

New models of Big Bang by Northeastern physicists show that visible universe and invisible dark matter co-evolved

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Sports

This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

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This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

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