A useful tool for students who take the bus to campus or around town, the "T-Tracker" tool is found on the MBTA website, provided by Nextbus.com.
Track bus routes to find out exactly when the next bus is coming, if you are in a rush, or just want to know if you have time for coffee without missing the next bus.
For smartphone users, bookmark the website in your phone for even greater convenience
The website has recently been updated to provide information for all bus routes! |
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GREEN TIP OF THE MONTH:
Yes, there is still one more month of this heat! While it is easy to forget about conserving energy while you are trying to stay cool, there have been power outages across the city this summer.
Here are some ways you can keep your place cool, and save some money on your electric bill as well!
* Turn off your air conditioner when nobody is home.
* If your AC unit has a thermostat, keep it at a high temperature.
* Make sure all windows and doors are closed and sealed while the AC is running.
* Set up a series of fans to circulate the air and allow for more efficient cooling while the AC is running.
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Dear Roaming Husky....
"This Summer, my apartment has been hotter than 100 degrees. Last night I came home and it was 105. I have an in-wall air conditioning unit that blows out cold air but it can take HOURS to get my apartment to cool down. I called my landlord, but when he came to check, he said it felt fine to him, so there was nothing he could do. I am starting to worry for my health especially with more heat predicted. What can I do?"
- Clammy
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Dear 'Clammy',
Landlords are only required to provide a stove and oven for any apartment, but if they provide any other appliance they must be maintained in good working condition.
Since the AC unit was provided by the landlord when you moved in, it must be in working condition, and the landlord is obligated to either replace it or fix it. If not, you can call Inspectional Services at 617-635-5322 and ask them to inspect the problem. If they find a violation, they will serve notice to the landlord to fix it!
- Roaming Husky
Have a question? ASK US!
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Trash 2 Treasure
Mark your calenders!
Turning last semester's usable move-out trash into your move-in treasure
Sunday September 5th
10:00AM-6:00PM
The Husky Energy Action Team (HEAT) brings you Trash2Treasure!
Trash2Treasure organized a wide scale collection drive during spring 2010 move-out and will sell the gently used items at a yard sale setting. All proceeds will be donated to charity.
Come find some move-in treasure to decorate your new apartment while doing something good for the environment! |
Applications are still being accepted for three incredible opportunities available through LEAD 360! If you have ever wanted to serve in the role of mentor, facilitator, or consultant, the deadline is Tuesday August 3rd!
* Be a Mentor in BLUEPRINT,Northeastern's first year student leadership program, CLICK HERE
* To consult with student
organizations and lead
presentations, check out
our Leadership Consultant
* To facilitate discussions
on social identities such as race, gender and
socio-economic status,
as a Intergroup Dialogues Facilitator.
To apply for any or all
of these positions,
Contact Chris McGill at c.mcgill@neu.edu or 617-373-2642. |
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STILL LOOKING FOR AN APARTMENT? EXTRA ROOMMATE?
Don't worry, you are not alone!
Check out our new and improved housing database website.
Use the "Students Looking for Fall 2010" Message Boards to connect with other students who are also still looking for housing. 
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SMART MOVER TIPS:
Are you ready?
 As September 1st draws closer, keep these tips in mind! * Plan Ahead! Reserve a moving truck or service now! Inform the post office, electric and cable company, and anyone else that you are moving to a new location.
* Drop the excess baggage! Avoid moving things you don't really need. It's time consuming and physically demanding. If you don't use it now, you probably won't use it later. Donate old clothes & furniture to a charity.
* Be smart about your moving service! If you hire a moving company, make sure that service has a good reputation; experience will save you time and money.
* Get all the help you can! Recruit friends and family to make the process go smoother and faster.
* Make a survival kit! Pack a small bag of essentials to keep with you, including tools, to make the transition and first night in your new home smoother.
MOVING DAY:
* Box it up! Have plenty of packing tape on hand to seal the boxes.
* Prioritize! Not everything you pack needs to be unpacked immediately. Use labels to designate the priority of different boxes, and mark what room they belong in to make unpacking more efficient.
WHEN YOU ARRIVE:
* Function First! Unpack large items first, then worry about the accessories.
* Get to know your neighborhood! Spend a few days exploring the area; locate the nearest supermarket, laundromat, bank, etc. Go to http://www.cityofboston.gov/calendar to learn about activities going on in your new neighborhood.
* Meet your neighbors! Introduce yourself and be a good neighbor! |
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AUGUST 15-20 and 22-27
Yes, its that time of year again!
Restaurants across the city will be offering 2-course lunches for $15.10, 3-course lunches for $20.10 and 3-course dinners for $33.10
To look through the list of participating restaurants, their prix fixe menus, links to OpenTable.com and more, click here |
BOSTON MOVE-IN DAY
Volunteers Needed!
for Boston Move-In Day September 1st, 8am-4pm
Northeastern Volunteers will be hitting the streets in Mission Hill and the Fenway on Wednesday, September 1st to greet off-campus students as they move into the neighborhood.
Volunteers will work two hour shifts and will help distribute critical
information about Rental Inspections, City safety and zoning codes, and
community messages.
Help connect our students to their new neighborhoods and NU's local community with a friendly, Husky welcome!
Get to know your neighbors! Working as a move-in volunteer will connect you to your neighbors and community. |
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HELP WITH ON CAMPUS MOVE-IN!
Volunteer to lend an extra hand as our newest Huskies move in to residence halls this fall. You can also work as a Welcome Week Volunteer and help fellow students around campus, Thursday, September 2nd - Sunday, September 5th. |
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CAMPUS EVENTS
 Keepin' it Cool
No advanced planning required! Just swing by the Library Quad to grab some free novelties! Cool off with FREE ICE CREAM and chill tunes.
"Monday Mornings" Guided Meditation SittingsEvery Monday, 11:15 - 11:45am, The Sacred Space, 2nd floor Ell Hall
These half-hour guided meditations are suitable for any level from beginner up, and for those of any/ no faith or spirituality. Feel free to attend any week or every week. Meditation cushions and benches are provided. Participants are requested to arrive on time so as not to disturb others.
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CITY EVENTS
Follow blue, humpback, orca, right whales, and dolphins in their ancient migratory journeys and discover how their amazing ability to hear and send calls over thousands of miles influences and guides their feeding, breeding, navigation, and socialization.
This summer, kick off your weekends every Friday night at mfasummerfridays. Leave your work week behind and relax with friends both old and new. Enjoy live music outside in the Calderwood Courtyard.
August 6 -- The David Eure Latin Jazz Ensemble
August 13 -- Four Piece Suit
August 20 -- Seth Connelly and Friends
August 27 -- DJ Denise LaCarubba
The St. Anthony's Feast in the North End of Boston is celebrated each year and is a must see event! By plane, train, and bus the faithful arrive to experience the beautifully decorated streets, the pageantry of the parades and their yearly opportunity to view the society's statue of St. Anthony of Padua. The entertainment is continuous, the food is scrumptious and the cultural experience is priceless. |
Bicycle & Laptop Theft, and Purse Snatching
Recently there has been an increase in the number of street robberies and thefts of bicycles and laptops in Boston, and some of these incidents have occurred near or on our campus. Northeastern Police offer the following suggestions to stay safe and protect your valuables.
1) Be aware of your surroundings when walking alone, especially after dark and when there are few pedestrians in the area. Ipods, cell phones and purses can be easily snatched by a person running up from behind or riding past on a bicycle.
2) Avoid walking alone in the city and always use well-traveled and well-lit routes when walking to and from campus.
3) Familiarize yourself with the Personal Safety Escort Services; they provide both ON CAMPUS and HOURLY OFF-CAMPUS Safety Escort Services for getting to your off-campus apartment after dark.
4) Report suspicious activity on or near the campus to Northeastern Police immediately.
5) If you think someone is following you, switch direction or cross the street or walk into an open store, restaurant or residence hall.
6) Use a rigid U-shaped lock to secure your bicycle. Chain and cable locks can be easily defeated with bolt cutters carried in a backpack.
7) Don't leave your laptop unattended in the food court or the library, even for a few minutes.
8) Be aware of the locations of Campus Blue-Light Phones.
Contact Northeastern Police at 617-373-2696 www.neu.edu/publicsafety for more Crime Prevention Information. "Your Safety Is Our Reward |
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