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Introducing: Community Ambassadors!
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 Off Campus Student Services would like to introduce our new Community Ambassadors! Community Ambassadors are Northeastern students who live off-campus, and will serve as a resource, leader, and connector for other off-campus students in their respective neighborhoods. This is the pilot year for this new initiative, and we look forward to expanding into future neighborhoods and keeping off-campus students connected!
Our Ambassadors are:
Carlos Delgado-Imbert- Kenmore/Fens
Chris Udall- Mission Hill
Dana Brown- Fenway
Marissa Kapfhammer- Mission Hill
Michael Winston- Fenway
Samantha Moll- Kenmore/Fens
Theresa Donovan- Mission Hill
If you live in one of these neighborhoods, look forward to hearing from your Community Ambassadors soon! |
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A Note to Off Campus Students |
 Greetings! We hope you've had an excellent summer and are ready to begin a new academic year at Northeastern! As you get settled into your new apartment, be aware of the following reminders and resources provided by the City of Boston:
- For problems such as landlord conflicts, condition of your leased apartment, safety or trash concerns:the Mayors 24 Hours Hotline is available to accept requests and complaints at 617-635-4500. There is also an Internet form in lieu of calling.
- Remember...you are living OFF campus. Your neighbors are members of the community who may not be thrilled to be surrounded by college students. Be respectful. Keep the noise level to a minimum when you have guests over. If you have a complaint about noise or anything else, inform your landlord.
- After move in, you are responsible for your trash and refuse to dispose of! You can find the City of Boston's Residential Trash and Recycling Schedule here.
- Another thing to keep in mind is "The City of Boston's Rental Unit Delivery Standards Checklist" which is a checklist of requirements for your new rental. This list can be found here.
For more information, consult the City of Boston |
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Boston Events in September |
 New England Conservatory: Enjoy free concerts hosted by the New England Conservatory. Located at Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., starting the first week of September. Call (617) 536-2412 for more information.
- Taste of Boston: City Hall Plaza is the scene for the Taste of Boston, a culinary spectacular for more than two decades featuring music, wine and food from many of Boston's most famous restaurants. Call (617) 779-3496 for more information.
- Boston Film Festival: View this exhibition of new films where many popular movies have premiered. Located at Loews Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., during the first two weeks of September. Call (617) 266-2533 for more information.
For more information on Boston events in September, search the Happenings in Boston page!
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Featured Office of the Month: Campus Center on Violence Against Women |
Northeastern University's Campus Center on Violence Against Women is an on-campus program designed to use nationally recognized best practices to prevent and respond to dating abuse or violence, sexual violence, and stalking. Students who want information, support, and referral related to these crimes can call the Center at (617) 373-7714 or drop by 007 Nightingale Hall for confidential assistance from staff, either for themselves or for someone close to them. Student trainers are available to provide state-of-the-art violence prevention programming. The program is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. Three student organizations have grown out of the program-
(1)Awareness Brings Change: a student organization that seeks to promote greater awareness of interpersonal violence issues through presenting special campus events;
(2) Acting Out: an interactive educational theater group; and
(3)Men Defying Expectations: a program for men who have decided to be leaders in ending violence. Students who are interested in joining the student groups, wish to volunteer as trainers, want to inquire about work study positions, who would like to do internships or service-learning projects, are encouraged to check out our Facebook group, email us at neuccvaw@gmail.com, or just drop by our office in 007 Nightingale Hall.
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Off Campus Student Social & Blue Man Group Tickets |
On  September 17th, Off Campus Student Services is hosting a social for all the off-campus students. It will be held at afterHOURS, and will start at 6:30pm. There will be a Red Sox game on T.V., and ballpark food will be provided, and it'll be a great way to meet your neighbors and get familiar with the Off Campus Student Services staff! We will have a drawing for 14 front row "poncho" seats to BLUE MAN GROUP at the Charles Theatre.To be eligible for the tickets, you must show proof that you live off campus (utility bill, etc) and then you will put your name into a jar. If your name is drawn, you will win a ticket at the reduced price of $10. The tickets are for the 8pm performance on Wednesday September 24th. |
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Mission Hill Road Race |
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 Annual
Mission Hill
Road Race
a 5K road race and walk
To benefit The Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park
Saturday, September 20, 2006
Walkers start at 9:30 a.m. / Runners start at 10:00 a.m.
§ Distance: Five Kilometers (3.1 miles)
§ T-Shirts: Free to first 250 registered
§ Location: Starts and ends at the Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park, St. Alphonsus St.
Route through Mission "heartbreak" Hill
§ Registration: 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. race day / to preregister call 617-566-6565
or email pflahertymhnhs@gis.net
§ Fee: $10.00 pre-entry by Sept. 8th / $20.00 race day
§ Awards: Medals for male and female winners, 8 divisions, and walker
Divisions: 12 & under, 13 -19, 20 -29, 30 -39, 40 -49, 50 -59,
60 -64, over 65
§ Refreshments: Food, Music, and Awards Ceremony
Northeastern Volunteers Needed & Welcome!!
Help NU win the Puddingstone Cup for the greatest number of participants!!
For More Information, please contact offcampus@neu.edu
Take the Challenge - It will be a hill of a run!
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SAFEnet Advisory |
Public Safety Division
SAFEnet Advisory
The school year is starting and with the new year comes the annual rush to move in to your new "Home". The Public Safety Division would like to take this opportunity to provide safety tips that can help protect you and your belongings both at home and while traveling to and from the campus.
STREET SMARTS FOR BOSTON AND CAMPUS:
WHEN ON CAMPUS:
1) Familiarize yourself with the Personal Safety Escort Service, which can be accessed by calling 617-373-2121
2) Be aware of the Emergency Assistance phones located throughout campus
3) Program the University Police numbers into your cell phone; 617-373-2121 for escorts and past incidents, 617-373-3333 for police, fire and medical emergencies
AT YOUR OFF CAMPUS APARTMENT:
1) Keep the apartment doors closed and secured at all times. It can help keep you and your valuables secure
2) The front door should be equipped with a deadbolt, keyed lock and peephole
3) Do you have a buzzer system? Does it work? Don't' buzz in anyone you don't know
4) Get to know your neighbors
5) Are there riser restrictors on the windows? Especially on fire escapes and at ground floors
ON PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
1) Avoid showing or flashing money or jewelry
2) Wait for trains and buses with other people, or by the booth
3) Stay away from commotions or fights
4) Be aware of pickpocketing, make sure your backpack is fully closed
GENERAL SAFETY TIPS:
1) Trust your instincts. If it doesn't seem right, leave the area
2) At night, stay in well lit areas
3) Choose well traveled areas, avoid shortcuts and alleys
4) There is safety in numbers, walk with others when possible
5) Carry your purse close to your body. Carry a wallet in your front pants pocket
6) Learn about your area, what stores are open late, where the police and fire stations are
"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/publicsafety |
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Campus Events:
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- Welcome Week-September 6th-13th see Schedule
- Off Campus New Student Breakfast- September 8th-9am- Curry Student Center
- Night at the Student Center- September 9th-6-9pm-Curry Student Center
- Activities Fair- September 11th- 2-4:30pm- Library Quad
- Huskies Gone Wild-September 12th- 6pm- 11pm -West Village
- Middler/Junior Welcome Back Picnic- September 16- 6-8pm- West Village Quad*
- Off Campus Student Social-September 17th-6:30pm-afterHOURS
- Fall Volunteer Fair-September 17th- 12-1:30pm Krentzman Quad
- Senior Welcome Back-September 18th- 6-8pm- LIR Irish Pub, Boylston*
- Mission Hill Road Race- September 20th- 10am- Mission Hill
- The West Fest- September 20th- noon-4pm
- Sophmore Welcome Back Open Mic- September 23rd- 6-8pm- afterHOURS*
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Off Campus Student Services
Northeastern University
226 Curry Student Center
617-373-8480 |
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