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IN THE LOOP JULY 2008
New York Edition
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Congratulations on your new co-op job!

 

For those of you who don't know about Co-op Connections, we are an office created through student affairs that provides students with support and services designed to help with the unique issues and transitions related to the co-op experience.

 

Whether you are working for a company in Massachusetts or out-of-state, Co-op Connections keeps you up to date with what's going on in the Northeastern community. One of the ways we work to achieve this is by sending you this monthly newsletter! Read In The Loop this semester to gain important information and reminders such as when to register for classes or housing deadlines, as well as upcoming events happening in your area. Is there something you'd like us to include in the next issue? Just send us an e-mail and let us know!

 


Consider Co-op Connections, Your Link to University Life, while you are on co-op and away from campus. Questions? Concerns? Contact the Office of Co-op Connections for help and we will be sure to get your the answers you need!Alumni Connections
 
 
Location: 4 Speare Commons
Phone: 617-373-2814
Contacts:    
                               Sonya Mariotti (Manager)
                               Julia Weisman (Program Coordinator)
                               Olivia Kalinowska (Co-op/ Program Coordinator)
In this Issue
:: Recent Events
:: Transportation Information
:: Important Information
:: Upcoming Events
:: HousingShare

RECENT EVENTS  

 
     Alumni Connections 
We partner with Alumni Relations to host fun and exciting events nationwide where students can meet and network with alums and other students.

In May, co-op students in San Francisco joined the Northeastern California Alumni Chapter in Oakland to see the Red Sox take on A's. Later that month, DC area co-op students joined the Washington DC Alumni Chapter for a pre-game BBQ and the Red Sox vs. Orioles game in Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Transportation Information
 
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Here is some basic information on taxi cab fares:  
Standard city rate: $2.50 upon entry
Addtional Unit: $0.40
 
Keep in mind that there is a weekday surcharge of $1.00 Mon-Fri between 4pm-8pm.
For more information visit the TLC of NY website.

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Know where you are going! Check out mta.info for  comprehensive up-to-date schedules and rider information.
 
30-Day Unlimited Ride MetroCards are Now Insured!!
When you purchase a 30-Day Unlimited Ride MetroCard, you'll be protected from loss or theft of the card when you purchase it with a credit, debit, or ATM card from a MetroCard Vending Machine 
 



RideShare: A Carpool For NU Students Only!

Alumni Connections

 
Planning a summer trip back to Boston and have extra room in your car? Need a ride back to Boston but want to avoid public transportation? Either way, check out the NU RideShare located in the "Co-op/Career Services" tab of your myNEU portal. Organize a carpool through this great site that is just for Northeastern students.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Alumni Connections 
NYC to Go Trans Fat Free

As of July 1, restaurants will be required to eliminate any artificial trans fats from menu items. This includes not only fry oils and spreads, but also baked goods, frozen foods, cannoli, and doughnuts. Foods that come in the manufacturer's original sealed packaging (like candy and crackers), however, are still exempt. For more information click here.

 
Relief Effort Information

The International Student & Scholar Institute (ISSI) is organizing a fundraising effort for the victims of the devastating earthquake in Sichuan, China and the cyclone in Burma (Myanmar). ISSI will be routing donations to three reputable charities providing resources and services to both of these areas. If you would like to make a donation via personal check, please visit ISSI, 405 Ell Hall, or contact them at 617-373-2310. You can also make a donation by transferring funds or online. Please contact ISSI for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS 
 
SAVE THE DATE!!! 
NU Night at the Midtown Loft
July 23, 2008
 
Alumni Connections 
 
Co-op Connections is coming to New York City for a night of food, fun, and networking with NU Alumni in the NYC area!
An email will be sent to you with more information and registration details.

 Alumni Connections

Have an idea for an event you'd like us to host in your area? We want to hear from you! Send us an e-mail explaining your idea and we'll try to help coordinate it!

HousingShare

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Nervous because you just signed a one-year-lease for an apartment in NYC and you're only there until the end of December? Find someone to sublet using HousingShare, accessible only to Northeastern Students. 

NU Housing Share is located in the "Co-op/Career Services" tab of your myNEU portal.