Welcome Week January 2018 The complete schedule is also available on our Orientation and Parent/Family Programs app at guidebook.com/app/northeastern Tuesday, January 2 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 3 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mandatory ResLife Community Meeting 6:00-7:00 p.m. Various locations; please inquire with housing staff for details Sponsor: Residential Life Movie Night! Spiderman: Homecoming Ell Hall, Blackman Auditorium Come join us for Spiderman: Homecoming and enjoy some sweet treats! Popcorn and cotton candy will be provided. Sponsors: Residential Life and Student Orientation @ 617.373.3868 Trivia Night Flex your mental muscles and join your classmates for Trivia Night! Don t miss out on great prizes, complimentary food, and refreshments! Sponsors: Residential Life and Student Orientation @ 617.373.3868 University I AM HERE Registration January 4 at 8:00 a.m. - January 9 at 4:00 p.m. Registration available online through my.northeastern.edu Thursday, January 4 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Dinner with Friends & Boston Excursion! 6:00-9:00 p.m. Meet in front of Stetson East Dining Hall Join Orientation Leaders for dinner at the dining hall, followed by a trip to Faneuil Hall Marketplace: locally-owned treasures, nationally recognized retailers, too many eateries to choose from, and the Bullmarket the world s first fleet of wholly unique pushcarts featuring New England artisans. We ll end the night with a stop in Little Italy at the renowned Mike s Pastries; have a cannoli on us! Game Night 8:00-10:00 p.m. Curry Student Center, afterhours Challenge new friends in a game of Scrabble, Apples to Apples, and other favorites! Friday, January 5 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. College of Computer and Information Science Welcome -MANDATORY- 4:10-5:10 p.m. West Village H, Room 108 Meet your Deans, academic advisors, faculty, and student leaders. Sponsor: College of Computer and Information Science @ 617.373.5325
A Taste of Boston 5:00-7:00 p.m. International Village Dining Hall Come experience International Village, transformed into your new city - Boston. Taste cuisine from Chinatown, Little Italy, the Waterfront, and Fenway. A Boston-themed candy buffet, ice sculpture, air hockey, and photo opps await you! Winter Blast Celebrate the New Year with music, hot cocoa, s mores, and activities! Heard of Build-a-Bear? Build-a-Husky! Paint the Boston Skyline, challenge classmates in Husky Family Feud, and win prizes! Men s Basketball vs. Elon Cheer on our men s basketball team to victory! Tickets are available on my.northeastern.edu or at the Information Center in the on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Saturday, January 6 Meet Your City: Boston Walking Tour 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Enjoy an informal and informative exploration of nearby sites and renowned landmarks including the Prudential Center, Boston Public Library, and fashionable Newbury Street. We ll be stopping for ice cream along the way! Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather - most of this activity will be outdoors. Meet to Eat Head to Stetson East Dining Hall with new friends! Shopping Trip @ South Bay Plaza 12:00-3:00 p.m. Forsyth Street in front of Chicken Lou s Pick up last-minute items at Target, Best Buy, Old Navy, and more at the South Bay Shopping Plaza. Shuttle buses will leave promptly from campus at 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM with pick-ups at Target at 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, and 2:45 PM. Campus Resource Walking Tour 1:00-2:00 p.m. Visit the many campus resources and services available to you including University Health and Counseling Services, ResNet, Student Financial Services - and more! Navigating the Tunnel System 1:00-2:00 p.m. Learn your way around Northeastern s tunnel system! Fenway Park Tour 2:00-3:30 p.m. Departs from campus at 2:00 PM. Tour begins at 2:30 PM. Register at the Information Center in Curry Student Center, Indoor Quad on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Boston Skywalk Observatory - Prudential Building 3:00-4:30 p.m. The Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Building is Boston s only sky-high vantage point. It sweeps 360 degree views of Greater Boston and beyond. Register at the Information Center in on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Find Your Way to Class 3:00-4:00 p.m. Not sure where your classes are? We can help! Join us on a walking tour of campus. Shop Til You Drop: Prudential Center 4:00-6:00 p.m. Browse Boston s busiest shopping center while experiencing winter s hottest fashions. Be sure to check out the newest addition, Eataly - star chef Mario Batali s Italian dining emporium with groceries, retail, and a dozen restaurants!
Skating at Boston Common Frog Pond 4:00-6:00 p.m. Enjoy a Beantown tradition in the heart of the city. The Frog Pond offers skate rentals, hot chocolate, and a warming area. Please bring funds for the subway and skate rentals. Meet to Eat 6:00-7:00 p.m. Head to Stetson East Dining Hall with new friends! Men s Hockey vs. Bentley Cheer on our men s hockey team to victory! Tickets are available on my.northeastern.edu or at the Information Center in the Curry Student Center, Indoor Quad on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Comedy Show: Hypnotist David Hall 9:30-11:00 p.m. Ell Hall, Blackman Auditorium Get hypnotized! Come see David Hall hypnotize your classmates into being the stars of the show! Sunday, January 7 12:00-5:00 p.m. Husky Card Services, Speare Hall Campus Resource Walking Tour 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Visit the many campus resources and services available to you including University Health and Counseling Services, ResNet, Student Financial Services - and more! Spend a Day with the Stars 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. A great way to meet new friends! Start your day with lunch in the dining hall and then, take the T downtown to AMC Theatres for an afternoon at the movies. Movie pass included. Please bring fare for the subway. Navigating the Tunnel System Learn your way around Northeastern s tunnel system! A Day at the Museum of Fine Arts 1:00-3:00 p.m. Join fellow Northeastern students in this informal visit to Boston s largest art museum. Bring your Husky ID for free admission. New England Aquarium 1:00-3:00 p.m. Right on the water, with the salty smell of the ocean all around it, the New England Aquarium is a spectacular place. Register at the Information Center in the on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring fare for the subway. Fenway Park Tour 2:00-3:30 p.m. Departs from campus at 2:00 PM. Tour begins at 2:30 PM. Register at the Information Center in Curry Student Center, Indoor Quad on January 4-5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Trash2Treasure 2:00-8:00 p.m. In an effort to promote sustainability, community service, charity, and resourcefulness, the Husky Environmental Action Team will sell gently used items in a yard sale setting. Sponsor: Husky Environmental Action Team (HEAT); for more information call Center for Student Involvement @ 617.373.2642 Trip to Faneuil Hall 2:00-5:00 p.m. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is home to a wealth of fun and exciting places to shop and eat! Jump on the T and head to one of Boston s most popular attractions. Please bring fare for the subway.
Men s Basketball vs. James Madison 2:00-4:00 p.m. Cheer on our men s basketball team to victory! Tickets are available on my.northeastern.edu or at the door. Find Your Way to Class 3:00-4:00 p.m. Not sure where your classes are? We can help! Join us on a walking tour of campus. Dinner and a Trip to Little Italy 5:00-9:00 p.m. Meet in front of Stetson East Dining Hall A great way to meet new friends! Start your evening with dinner in the dining hall. Then, take the T to explore Boston s North End and enjoy the best cannoli in town! Please bring fare for the subway. Monday, January 8 College of Science Welcome 9:00-10:00 a.m. 206 Mugar Life Sciences Building Come start the semester with a jolt of java and a sweet treat in the College of Science advising office! Sponsor: College of Science @ 617.373.4475 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Stop by the Welcome Table at to learn about College of Engineering Welcome Lunch Curry Student Center, Room 318-322 Ask questions about the College of Engineering, learn about resources available to you, and get to know your academic advisor and other undergraduate academic advising staff from the College of Engineering. Sponsor: College of Engineering @ 617.373.2154 Spring ResHall Carnival 2:00-4:00 p.m. Join RSA to learn more about your resources on campus and what s allowed in the residence halls. There will be games, food, fun, and prizes! Sponsor: Resident Student Association Tuesday, January 9 Explore Program Welcome Lunch Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen Street Join fellow classmates and staff for lunch and learn more about the Explore Program! Sponsor: Explore Program @ 617.373.2306 Lunch and Learn: Volunteering in Boston Curry Student Center, Room 344 Join the Center of Community Service to learn about volunteer opportunities in your new neighborhood. Volunteering is a great way to meet fellow students, learn your way around the community, help neighbors in need, and gain professional experience. Join us for a laid-back lunch to learn more and get involved! Sponsor: Center of Community Service @ 617.373.5838 2:00-4:00 p.m. Stop by the Welcome Table at to learn about Winter Involvement Fair 6:00-8:00 p.m. Northeastern University is home to over 400 student clubs and organizations. See how you can get involved! Sponsor: Center for Student Involvement @ 617.373.2642 Women s Hockey vs. Connecticut Cheer on our women s hockey team to victory! Tickets are available at my.northeastern.edu or at the door.
Wednesday, January 10 Go Abroad this Summer 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Stetson East Quad Stop by for hot chocolate and learn about summer study abroad opportunities. Sponsor: Global Experience Office @ 617.373.2762 Latinx Student Cultural Center Tour 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Latinx Student Cultural Center Tour the Center and meet LSCC staff, students and members of LASO, SHPE, and LaFe to name a few. A Cuban-Caribbean lunch will be provided. RSVP by 1/5 at LSCC@northeastern.edu Sponsor: Latinx Student Cultural Center @ 617.373.7865 Save Big - Paint a Pig 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Curry Student Center, Room 101 Join Thrive and paint your own piggy bank! Snacks, prizes, and good times will be had by all! Sponsor: Center for Financial Independence @ 617.373.7292 College of Social Sciences and Humanities: Dean s Lunch Join faculty, academic advisors, co-op coordinators, and upper-class peer mentors for lunch. Dean Uta Poiger will give welcoming remarks. Learn about CSSH affiliated clubs, organizations, and publications. Sponsor: College of Social Sciences and Humanities @ 617.373.4367 Hot Chocolate & Careers Meet-up 12:30-1:30 p.m. First year and transfer students, join us for this low key Meetup! Enjoy hot chocolate, meet your peers, and share common interests. Talk to Career Development staff about majors, career interests, the Undergraduate Career Week - including the Employer Cafe: Focus on Summer Internships, and the Spring Career Fair. Join in activities to learn about majors and careers, interact with employers, and build your resume! Sponsor: Career Development @ 617.373.3417 NU Bucket List 4:00-8:00 p.m. Join the Resident Student Association and the Office of Student Affairs to create your NU Bucket List! Get the materials needed to accomplish everything you want to do at Northeastern. Check off the first item on your list by meeting King the Husky. Enjoy foods you need to try before graduation and much more! Sponsors: Resident Student Association and Office of Student Affairs An Evening at the Museum of Fine Arts 5:00-7:00 p.m. Join fellow Northeastern students in this informal visit to Boston s largest art museum. Bring your Husky ID for free admission. Sojourn Collegiate Ministry Curry Student Center, Mezzanine, First Floor Are you an expert at cake decorating, or even just like to eat cake? Come join us as we break into teams to determine who can design the best cake! Prizes will be awarded for the winners. Sponsor: Sojourn Collegiate Ministry @ 203.427.7592 Thursday, January 11 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Stop by the Welcome Table at to learn about Explore Program Open House Lunch 44 Meserve Hall Come check out the Explore Program and enjoy a buffet from Qdoba! First-come, first-served. Sponsor: Explore Program @ 617.373.2306 Know Your Code Curry Student Center, Crossroads, Lower Level Test your knowledge on the Code of Student Conduct! Sponsor: Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution @ 617.373.4390 Nacho Average Winter Warmer - CAMD Students 2:30-4:00 p.m. 100 Meserve Hall Join the CAMD Academic Advising & Cooperative Education office as we enter the New Year with our Winter Warmer! Learn about the resources available to you through our office and across the University. Meet some of your peers, academic advisors, and co-op coordinators, and enjoy some delicious nachos! Sponsor: College of Arts, Media and Design @ 617.373.4822
Bouvé College of Health Sciences - Welcome 6:00-7:00 p.m. Behrakis Health Sciences Center, 4th floor Atrium Come in from the cold and meet fellow students. Pizza and sweets will be served! Sponsor: Bouvé Undergraduate Student Services @ 617.373.3320 Friday, January 12 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Stop by the Welcome Table at to learn about Tuesday, January 30 N.U.in Welcome Reception 2:00-7:00 p.m. Join us for our N.U.in Welcome Reception! Stop by any time during the event to receive your N.U.in sweatshirt and transcript, celebrate your success, and reconnect with fellow N.U.in alumni and staff! Sponsor: The N.U.in Program @ 617.373.6447 D Amore-McKim School of Business - Welcome 2:00-5:00 p.m. Join us for fun, food, and networking! We will have raffles, prizes, and a mashed potato bar! Sponsor: D Amore-McKim School of Business @ 671.373.4262 Welcome Back Shabbat Dinner 5:00-9:00 p.m. Egan Center, Raytheon Amphitheater Join in a Shabbat dinner welcoming Jewish students to campus. Sponsor: NU Hillel @ 617.373.3937 Men s Hockey vs. Maine Cheer on our men s hockey team to victory! Tickets are available on my.northeastern.edu or at the door. Women s Basketball vs. College of Charleston Cabot Center Cheer on our women s basketball team to victory! Tickets are available at my.northeastern.edu or at the door.