Richard Whalen, photographed from water level, seen in diving gear with most of his body underwater and his head above on a diving trip in Antarctica.

This professor scuba dives in waters from New England to Antarctica

Richard Whalen’s latest professional scuba diving achievement is going to Antarctica to help with research on sea star sickness
Nikos Passas standing on a stage in a row with other people.

How childhood lessons in integrity shaped this global leader

Nikos Passas has spent decades fighting global corruption while mentoring the next generation of leaders.
A dancer in traditional Indian attire of pink and green.

Northeastern events organizer by day, a Disneyland dancer by weekend

Northeastern London events manager Uditha Thiagarajan performs across the globe with a Bharatanatyam dance cohort.
A man performs a bench press exercise on a Smith machine in a gym. He is lying on a flat bench with his arms fully extended overhead, gripping the barbell. He is wearing a light green t-shirt and glasses and he has a beard.
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Signing up for AHealthyMe is easy, even Cyrus could do it

In the name of journalism – and fitness accountability – I signed up for AHealthyMe benefit
A man dressed in a dark suit and grey tie and a woman in turquoise blazer, holding a medal, stand at a wooden podium with flags behind them.

Susan Blumenthal receives Marie Curie Legacy Medal

Inspired by her mother and Marie Curie, Susan Blumenthal dedicated her life to women’s health and the fight against cancer.
A person whose hands alone are visible at work on a laptop.

A week to build data skills

Love Data Week returns to Northeastern Feb. 9-13 with more than 35 sessions and a chance to earn a Data & AI Literacy badge.

Faculty & Staff Seen Around

A woman in glasses and bright pink dress speaks into a microphone at a podium. There is an Apple laptop in front of her and an American flag behind her.

Black studies panel

Régine Michelle Jean-Charles, director of Africana studies and chair of cultures, societies and global studies, moderated a panel titled “A Litany for Survival: Black Studies, Black Scholars & Black Students” on Feb. 10 at the Cabral Center on the Boston campus. The discussion explored current challenges and opportunities in Black studies and featured panelists Kabria Baumgartner, Richard Harris and Adrianna Crossing. — Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

A black-and-white image of a ray of sunshine hitting the profile of a husky statue at Northeastern's Curry Student Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
Two men in black T-shirts and in protective glasses look at a piece of equipment.

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Signing up for AHealthyMe is easy, even Cyrus could do it

In the name of journalism – and fitness accountability – I signed up for AHealthyMe benefit
A person opening Claude AI on an iPad.
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Free access to the premium version of Claude

As part of a strategic partnership with Anthropic, all Northeastern students, faculty and staff have access to the generative AI platform.
A person's hands typing on a laptop in a dark room with purple lighting.
Perk of the Week

AI graduate certificates

Artificial intelligence is making its way into every field. Northeastern has an academic program to help working professionals stay ahead.
A person hitting a tennis ball with a racquet.
Perk of the Week

William E. Carter Playground Tennis Courts

The William E. Carter Playground Tennis Courts on the Boston campus are located at the corner of Columbus Avenue and Camden Street.
A person carrying a box full of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Perk of the Week

Farm share boxes

On the Boston and Oakland campuses, faculty, staff and students can sign up for boxes of fresh produce delivered weekly.

Art Scene

A sculpture of a girl with a dolphin in front of the Tower Bridge at sunset.

Bronze ‘Girl With A Dolphin’ sculpture in London once held a tennis player’s 50-year-old secret

Virginia Wade, a former No. 2 tennis player, has revealed she was the model for David Wynne’s celebrated fountain sculpture by Tower Bridge.
Large colorful sculptures seen on the Boston campus at dusk.

Can you hear the visual music played by these eccentric and colorful shapes?

The seven oversized pieces of “Lumpy Notes” occupy Richardson Plaza, delighting passersby drawn in from Huntington Avenue.
A large sundial outside on a green lawn next to a pathway in front of a building that says 'Book Art Pocket Gallery' on it.

The sundial on the Oakland campus serves double duty as a bench

The sundial sculpture by Robert Dhaemers on the Oakland campus resembles three interlocking triangles.
A person riding their bike in front of a colorful geometric mural on a wall outside.

Peeling back the layers of an iconic campus mural

Since 2014, “100 Years of Solitude” has evoked the famous novel while creating a legacy of its own on the Boston campus.

One Place to Visit

A view of the Boston skyline from the Prudential building.

View Boston at Prudential Center

See all of Boston from 52 stories up. A short walk from campus, View Boston offers sweeping views, rooftop events and interactive exhibits.

Vancouver: Deep Cove

Wellness specialist Victoria Williams says Deep Cove is a ‘really magical spot with lots of wildlife’

Silicon Valley: Santana Row

Karen Kyle, special assistant to Dean Caroline Simard, says the outdoor dining in the district reminds her of European cafes.

Seattle: The Center for Wooden Boats

Dave Thurman, dean of the Seattle campus, recommends a pair of museums that offer glimpses into the Emerald City’s unique history.

Dates to Remember

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A woman dressed in a purple-and-black academic robe with golden regalia, a black cap with a golden tassel and carrying a wooden mace in her left hand leads the cadre of marshals during an academic ceremony.

The cadre of marshals wants YOU

Northeastern’s cadre of marshals — the face of the university’s faculty at commencement ceremonies — is seeking new volunteer members.
A man in a light brown jacket smiles as he hugs a woman with dark hair, wearing a checkered sweater.

Northeastern University recognized nationally for community impact

Northeastern University has received the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, recognizing its partnerships and local impact.
A person wearing safety goggles and a lab coat works with scientific equipment in a brightly lit laboratory.

Design your own experiments in Northeastern’s Wet Lab Makerspace

Independent research shines at the Wet Lab Makerspace, where you can take seminars on basic lab skills and design your own experiments.
A woman in a striped top works on a computer, with projections of light shooting artfully across a reflective glass.

Scientific discovery was slower when women were ignored, research shows

The cross-campus Northeastern project found that scientific truths would have been uncovered faster if female research had been considered.
Cynthia Tow McPherson prepares to hit a backhand while playing pickleball.

From pro tennis to Northeastern law school — and now pickleball

A former Division I tennis standout, Cynthia Tow McPherson knows exactly what it takes to compete at the highest levels.
Blurry silhouettes of five women dance in colorful outfits — yellow, light blue, green, red and sapphire blue.

New seminar series to sharpen cross-cultural skills

Global Learner Support launches a new seminar series to help Northeastern faculty and staff build intercultural skills and empathy.