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Moving Out Notes  It's that time again: MOVE OUT TIME, and Off Campus Student Services wants to remind you of a few things:
Security Deposit
Don't forget your security deposit! The security deposit acts as protection for the landlord should the tenant cause damage to the property or leave owing rent. A security deposit may only be used for three things:
- Unpaid rent
- The repair of damages caused by the tenant (this does not include general wear and tear)
- The payment of the tenant's percentage of a property tax increase (provided that there was a tax escalator clause in the tenant's lease)
A landlord has until 30 days after the end of the tenancy to return the entire security deposit and its accrued interest. If any deductions are made, the landlord must return the balance along with a statement that includes an itemized listing of the deductions with supporting documentation and receipts. If the landlord does not return the security deposit within 30 days, the tenant should send a demand letter asking for immediate return of the amount in dispute.
Moving Vans
Also keep in mind that if you have a lot of stuff, you may want to consider a moving van to help move your things. If your apartment has a lot of heavy furniture that may be too big for a car to hold, a moving van is a nice, inexpensive way to cart your things over to the new apartment!
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Featured Neighborhood of the Month: Jamaica Plain |
 Jamaica Plain, or "JP" as the locals call it, is a classic "streetcar suburb" that has evolved into one of Boston's most diverse and dynamic neighborhoods. The ethnically diverse area is home to many Latinos, young families, and a growing gay and lesbian community. Hyde and Jackson Squares have significant Spanish-speaking populations from Cuba and the Dominican Republic. This blend of cultures is reflected in local businesses, such as the many different restaurants which line Centre Street, one of its main thoroughfares. Residents and visitors enjoy walking, biking, and running along Jamaica Pond situated on the Riverway, part of Boston's Emerald Necklace.
Things to Do this Month:
Jamaica Plain's Historic Society is hosting a number of walking tours throughout the historic streets of Jamaica Plain.
Saturday Aug. 2nd- historic walking tour of the Green Street, Free, 11am - noon. Leaves from Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center, 640 Centre St.
Saturday Aug. 9th- historic walking tour of the Woodbourne neighborhood, Free, 11am - noon. Leaves from St. Andrew Church, corner of Walk Hill and Wachusett Streets.
Saturday Aug. 16th- historic walking tour of the Pondside neighborhood, Free, 11am - noon. Leaves from Loring-Greenough House, 12 South St.
Saturday Aug. 23rd- historic walking tour of the Sumner Hill neighborhood, Free, 11am - noon. Leaves from Loring-Greenough House, 12 South St.
This is a great way to gain some historical knowledge about the neighborhood, and meet your neighbors in the process!
Looking for some fresh produce, sold directly from the farmer? Come to the Farmer's Market on Centre Street:
When: Saturday, August 2, 2008, 12 - 3pm
Where: Centre St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Phone: 617.635.3911
Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly
Massachusetts farmers' markets connect local consumers directly with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, and other products grown or produced on local farms. In addition to providing a healthy shopping experience, markets provide a natural setting for special events and build community in the neighborhoods where they take place. For more information visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org Fun places to eat?! Jamaica Plain House-Pizza- enjoy delicious pizza, and meet fun interesting people in your neighborhood!
775 Centre St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
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Restaurant Week |
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August 10th-15th, 17th-22nd
The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau and American Express present Boston's Restaurant week!
For this limited time, diners can enjoy three-course lunches for $20.08, and/or dinners for $33.08!
This program is meant to give area residents a chance to explore these different restaurants, and explore their fine cuisine at a reduced price!
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Featured Office of the Month: Career Services |
 Need a little guidance with choosing a major? Maybe you already have a major, but you don't know what you want to do with it? Whatever the case may be, Career Services is the place to go to for help with majors, interviewing, resumes, job fairs, graduate school and more! They have databases such as the Husky Career Link and the Vault, that allow you to access hundreds of internships and full-time jobs in a multitude of areas! Check out the specific links for your class year, and how you can benefit from Career Services! Make an appointment today!
Career Services: located at 202 Stearns Hall (617)-373-2430 . Check them out! |
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Public Safety Division SAFENet Advisory |
 Imagine: You have just returned to your office from a meeting and you find a person unknown to you behind a desk opening drawers, or imagine you are in your apartment building and see someone carrying a laptop or other valuable out of an apartment, but you don't know this person and they don't live there. You are in the library, or the Student Center and see someone pick up a bookbag or laptop that you know isn't theirs. You saw the owner put it down at the table. What do you do? If you say "Call the police" that would be the correct thing to do. It doesn't always happen that way though. Delays in notifying the police mean less likelihood that a suspicious person may be stopped and if they had taken anything it will not be recovered. Too many times the University Police receive calls after the suspicious person has left the area. If these types of occurrences should happen to you, call the police at EXT-3333 (617-373-3333 from a cell phone) right away from a safe location. Provide a description of the person, where they were, what they were doing, and where they are now or in which direction they were last seen heading. Were they carrying anything (Backpack, carton, briefcase, etc.). If you had the opportunity to speak with them, did they have an accent, speech characteristic such as a lisp or stutter? What did they say? Do not engage a suspicious person beyond what it takes to determine that you cannot assist them. Do not confront, argue or chase after them. The best course of action is to notify the University Police immediately and calmly provide a description and direction of travel, if you know it. "Your Safety Is Our Reward" Northeastern University Police Department Routine Business: 617-373-2121 Police - Fire - Medical Emergencies: 617-373-3333 Public Safety Division - Administration Offices: 617-373-2696 http://www.neu.edu/public_safety |
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24 Hour Access at Snell Library |
Did you know? As of July 7, 2008, the first floor of Snell Library is open to the NU community 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when classes are in session. 24/7 access is made possible by funding from the Provost's Office in response to long-standing student interest in a 24 hour study environment in the Library.
Some library services, such as reserves access, reference and circulation will retain their current hours and will not be available 24 hours a day. Please consult the Library's web site for details, www.lib.neu.edu. The Library will continue to expand hours and services as University funding becomes available.
The Library also welcomes comments and feedback on this new arrangement. For more information, please contact Lesley Milner, Associate Dean of the Library, Tel. (617) 373-4920
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 Upcoming Events:
- Final "Summester Monday"- Aug. 4th
- Summer 2 final exams- Aug. 18-23rd
- New Off-Campus Student Breakfast- Sept. 8th
- Off-Campus Student Mixer at afterHOURS- Sept. 17th
- Mission Hill Road Race- September 20th
Co-op Cool Off: Join Co-op Connections for ice cream on Tuesday Aug. 26th at 5:15pm on Forsyth St. near Chicken Lou's.Co-op Connections is sponsoring an ice cream truck with free ice cream for all co-op students! So come take a little break and cool of with Co-op Connections!
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