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Make a difference and be counted in 2010. Complete and return your 2010 Census form, mailed to your off-campus address. By participating in the census, you can help create a better future for you and those important to you. The 2010 Census will be a snapshot of our nation's population - capturing our changing and diverse America in a fleeting moment in time. But this historic event will tell us more than who we are today. It will affect your community's future, your country's future, and YOUR future. Find out more HERE. |
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Be Safe & Secure: NU Alert
Northeastern has implemented NU ALERT, a service that allows University officials to reach all students with time-sensitive information during unforseen events or emergencies. The system uses voice, e-mail, and text messaging to broadcast pertinent information. Sign up for NU Alert on myNEU under the "Self Service" tab. | |
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Dear Roaming Husky
"My landlord is angry with me because I complained to ISD about the unsanitary condition of my apartment. I've had bugs and mice for a long time. Now she is trying to evict me. Can she do that?"
- Righteous Husky
Dear Righteous,
By law, there is a presumption of retaliation if the landlord tries to evict you within six months of a complaint. The landlord must keep your apartment free of bugs, rodents, and meet all other health and safety code requirements. If she is trying to evict you, call the Rental Housing Resource Center for help at 617-635-7368.
Good luck,
Your Roaming Husky | |
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Commuters!
Go Green and save money by sharing rides with other fellow Huskies!
Utilize the rideshare feature on our website, listed under 'Message Boards'!
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Snell via Cell
Good news! Snell Library is implementing a new, 1-year pilot program that allows you to send your questions to librarians in a text, and get a response! For off-campus Huskies, this is certainly a program that benefits you! To text a question just send it to 66746, begin the message with the word "husky," ask your question and push send. Happy texting! |
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Becoming An Engaged Husky: Sophomore Year Experience
Discuss Service and Civic Engagement with Sustainable Service & Center for Community Service
Thursday, March 11, 6PM @ Frost Lounge
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Pick up "Your Guide to Living Off Campus" today!
Want to know your basic rights as a tenant? Having problems with your landlord?
Drop by 226 CSC! Also available as a PDF on our website. | |
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Why carry your books around all day?
Get a locker on campus! Lockers are FREE and you can reserve one any time! Go to the information desk in the Curry Student Center and ask for an application. Lockers are located in the tunnels between Richards Hall and the bookstore. | |
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A landlord has the right to refuse to rent to a prospective tenant based on poor credit history or insufficient income to reasonably cover the cost of the rent. However, it is illegal for the landlord to refuse to rent based on discrimination (ie. physical or mentally disabled, race, gender, religion, color, age (except minors), sex, or national origin). |
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Too Good To Be True - Watch out for internet scams!
If you're an off-campus student looking for a place to live, we  want to warn you about internet apartment rental scams. While they are not common, they do occur, and college students are definitely prime targets. Here are some tips so you can avoid becoming the victim of a scam: 1. Use Northeastern's Online Apartment Search to assure you are dealing with a reputable agency. Click HERE. 2. If you go elsewhere, do a Google search on that individual/company. Occasionally, search results about apparent apartment scams show up, and could mean that this person has tried to scam people before. Cease contact completely.
3. If you aren't asked for an application or permission to check your credit, this is a major red flag.
4. DO NOT send money through money wire transfer services such as Western Union.
5. DO NOT rent an apartment sight unseen - anyone can post pretty pictures on a website.
6. Keep in mind that on Craigslist, anyone can post anything. If the deal seems too good to be true, it probably is!
7. Make sure that the person/agency you are dealing with has a physical office location and that they're not just operating electronically, so if you to track them down, you know where to go! |
 SAFENet Advisory:Spring Break Safety & Security
It's Spring Break and time to put school work aside for some relaxation, vacation, or community work. It's not time to put aside concerns for your personal safety.
PERSONAL SAFETY: Crime can, and does occur at any time of day or night. Please review your own safety practices: travel in groups; stay in well-lit areas; be aware of your surroundings; don't flash large amounts of money; carry your wallet in your front pocket; carry your purse close to your body, keeping a firm grip on it; avoid fights and disturbances; avoid shortcuts through parks & alleys; trust your feelings. If on campus, use the Public Safety escort service when possible and contact police via cell phone, or use one of the many emergency phones if you feel that you are in danger.
APARTMENT SECURITY: Securing windows and doors will minimize the chance of a break-in and help protect your property from loss. Make sure your windows are locked, and put the riser restrictors in place. Make sure the door to your apartment is locked when you leave, and remind your roommates to do the same. Enjoy yourself on Spring Break, but be responsible for your own safety and security by using the same safety measures as if you were back on campus.
For more information, contact the University Police Crime Prevention Office at 617-373-2696. |
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Campus Events
Boston Citywide Science Fair
March 5, 11:30am-4:30pm, Cabot Cage
Come check out a wide range of demonstrations and experiments made by middle and high schoolers!
 Look Before You Leap - Apartment Hunting 101
March 11, 3pm, 322 Curry Student Center
Missed the Apartment Fair? Still looking for a place? This is your LAST CHANCE to learn all about the apartment search in Boston and understand how to work with an agent! Don't miss it!
The Global Search for sweets: Things your mother told you not to eat! March 11, 3-4:30pm, ISSI 405 Ell Hall
Tired of the same old cakes and pastries, but want to satiate that incurable sweet tooth? Join the ISSI and student leaders from all over the world in this culinary expedition! Click HERE for more information.
Community Ambassador Information Session
March 11, 7-8pm, 334 Curry Student Center
Think you have what it takes to be a Community Ambassador? Attend an information session to learn more! Click HERE for more information.
Beyond Boston Housing Workshop: DC Area
March 17, 12-1pm, 210 Shillman Hall
Get useful tips and resources to begin your housing search in the DC area! Hear testimonials from students who have been out of state. Learn more about this HERE.
10th Annual ISSI International Marketplace
March 24, 11:30-2pm, Ell Hall & Curry Student Center
Discover a colorful collection of displays that feature a sampling of global cuisine and an array of artifacts!
Dr. Maya Angelou
March 26, 8-9:30pm, Blackman Auditorium
Dr. Maya Angelou, author of I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings, will be at Northeastern!
For more campus events, click HERE to access the Northeastern Campus Calendar. |
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Satisfy Your Senses: Restaurant Week in Boston
 As college students, many of us don't have the budget to dine out as much as we may like. However, during restaurant week, students can try great restaurants at a fraction of the cost. From March 14th- 19th, and then again from March 21-26th, 2 course lunches are priced at just $15.10 per person, 3 course lunches for $20.10, and 3 course dinners follow at a reasonable $33.10 per person! This is your chance to satisfy your senses, so try something new or go out to an old favorite restaurant - all for a fraction of the cost. Click HERE to see a list of the participating eateries in your area.
Make reservations for Restaurant Week as early as possible because they tend to go fast - especially for the more popular spots and times. Happy eating! |
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City Events
Green Building Tour
March 6, 10AM, Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center
Go Green! Visit one of the greenest buildings in Boston. Tour the Boston Nature Center and learn all about the techniques and tools used to reduce impacts on earth for FREE! Click HERE.
College Night at the Blazers
March 13, 7:30pm, TD Garden
Come watch an exciting game of College Lacrosse at the TD Garden! Tickets are limited, so get them HERE!
Saint Patrick's Day Parade
March 14, 1:00pm, West & East Broadway, South Boston
Come see the annual parade to honor St. Patrick in South Boston, Boston's ethnically Irish neighborhood! Learn more HERE.
Salsa Libre!
March 18, 5pm, Maverick Landing Meeting House
FREE beginner salsa lessons! All ages are welcome and no dance partner is required! Learn more HERE.
Penny Arcade Expo
March 26-28, Hynes Convention Center
The Penny Arcade Expo is a three-day game festival for tabletop, videogame, and PC gamers. Stop by and check out tournaments and freeplay areas!
For more events check out the City of Boston Calendar. | |
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March Husky Tracks 
