It's already August, and it's hard to believe that you've been at your Co-op for a month! I hope that you are doing great and that your experience thus far has been interesting and valuable.
As your fellow Co-op student, I understand what it's like to work a 9-5 job. You get into a routine, and most of your day is spent among your colleagues at work. The office of Co-op Connections is here to help you keep you a part of the NU community even when away from campus. Our newsletters and emails provide interesting news and information about campus life, as well as events and activities happening in your area. Staying in touch with the University and other students is a good way to meet new people and build your network.
In this issue as well as throughout the semester you will see several opportunities to attend alumni events. Some of you perhaps think that these events are strictly for graduates, but I would like encourage you to think differently! Connecting the two groups, Students and Alumni, allows for meeting new people and building new relationships. These events will help you get involved early, and provide valuable professional opportunities and connections to come your way for your next Co-op and beyond. All students are always welcome to attend Alumni events! Please contact us with any questions, issues or feedback. We are an office created for Co-op students, so if you have any suggestions about events or ways that might help you stay in touch with the University, let us know!
Your Co-op job makes you a part of a new community, but don't forget - you are still an important part of the Northeastern Community!
Keep up the good work and stay cool!
~Liv Kalinowska, Psychology 2010
Office of Co-op Connections *Your Link To University Life* Location: 4 Speare Commons Email: coopconnections@neu.edu Phone: 617-373-2814
On Friday August 25, John Hancock organized a meeting for its Co-op students. Students enjoyed lunch and an opportunity to ask questions to NU Alumni and current full-time John Hancock employees: Jennifer Jones, Matt Luksa, Lindsay Carlo, Laura Sweet and Jessica Gorab. The NU Alumni answered questions about the professional world after graduation, various ways of choosing and building a career, importance of building networks and getting the most out of a Co-op experience. The company holds one round table meeting every month with various speakers. It is a great opportunity for students to socialize, learn more about the company and it's employees and have questions answered. A big thank you to John Hancock for providing Co-op students with such valuable experiences!
Upcoming Events
Co-op Cool Off!
Join us for ice cream on Tuesday, August 26th at 5:15pm at Centennial Commons. Co-op Connections will sponsor an ice cream truck with free ice cream for all co-op students. Take a little break from the office and cool off with us as on your way back from work!
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Husky Hike Boston Alumni Chapter
Join NU Alumni at the Merrimack River Trails in Andover, MA for a hike on Saturday, August 23 at 10:00am! This is a great opportunity to meet Northeastern graduates in an informal setting and build your network. The hike route is mainly flat and dirt covered. It is approximately 7.5 miles long. For more information about the hike, needed equipment and registration go to this website.
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Networking Exchange Group Meeting Boston Alumni Chapter
The meetings take place every month at the Alumni Center, 716 Columbus Avenue, 6th Floor, at 6:30 p.m. This month's meeting is scheduled for August 12th. This is a great opportunity for students to exchange contacts and information with Northeastern alumni. The meetings include alumni presentations, leads and needs, and an open forum.
Have suggestions for future events? Want to share your ideas? Come to the meeting and discuss upcoming in the area!
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 6:30 p.m.
Alumni Center 716 Columbus Avenue, 6th Floor
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Summer Restaurant Week in Harvard Square
Enjoy a 3-course lunch for $20.08 or dinner for $33.08 at participating restaurants in Harvard Square!Harvardsquare.com says that Restaurant Week is a great event if you would like to try out new restaurants and save on 3 course meals. This is a good opportunity to go out and enjoy quality food on a budget. Check the website for a list of participating restaurants along with sample menus. ___________________
Weekly NU Life Meeting
Meetings at the Catholic Center take place at 68 St Stephen Street at 7:30pm. The meeting is often kicked off with a dinner, so contact Jaclyn Snell via e-email snell.j@neu.edu snell.j@neu.edu to find out what's happening each week.
Let us Know How You Are Doing!
Share experiences, stories and photos with other students.
Would
you like to see your picture, or a blurb of your Co-op experience in the next
In The Loop Newsletter? Simply send us an e-mail with your story or pictures of
your experiences and adventures while on Co-op. We will pick a few e-mails
every month and will include them in the newsletter. Share with other
students what your Co-op is like, what you've learned or events that you
attended, places you visited or new people you've met!
Show us and other
students how your Co-op experience is changing your life.
Husky Superstars Three NU Alumni to Represent NU at the Olympics!
Zara Northover achieved the Olympic "B" Standard at the Island Games in Uniondale, N.Y. in July in the shot put. She also retained her Jamaican National Champion title at the country's Olympic Trials. Zara graduated in 2007.
Dan Walsh will be representing the US Heavyweight eight category team in Beijing. He graduated in 2002 and rowed for Northeastern in 1998-2001.
Marshall Godschalk is the third Northeastern Alumni to participate in the 2008 Olympic Games. Godschalk rowed for Northeastern in 2004-2007 and will be representing the Netherlands lightweight four boat category in Beijing.
Keep your fingers crossed as our Alumni compete in Beijing in August! Go Huskies!
News and Important Information
Trying to move onto campus early but
don't want to pay a fee?
There is a perfect solution... In order to avoid a fee when you move-in earlier
than your assigned date, all you have to do is help other students move in.
This volunteer activity will wave the fee.
For more information and a sign up volunteer form visit the website.
Rate Your Co-op!
Two Northeastern Students, Punit Shah and Vipul Lakhi created a website
for students to rate their Co-op job. The goal is to provide information
about Co-op positions from the student perspective.Rating is anonymous, so
go ahead and rate your own job! Who knows, maybe in the future another
student's review will help you make a more informed choice when applying for
Co-op. Visit Co-op
Rating to rate!
Library operation hours change to 24/7! Snell Library's first floor is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
when classes are in session. Although some services such as the circulation
desk, the computer lab or the reference desk operate on
their independent schedule, students and faculty can enter the library any time
of the day or night.
Students can leave comments or feedback on the new operation hours by
contacting Lesley Milner, Associate Dean of the Library, at (617)
373-4920.
Boston Takes Husky Card
Tired or carrying your cash and credit cards around? You can leave your wallet
at home and just bring your Husky Card! In fact, Husky Dollars are accepted
at over 70 locations such as restaurants, markets and café's, and over 20
Services such as tanning salons, bookstores, flower shops and laundry services.
You can find the complete list of Vendor Locations here.
NU RideShare
Do you drive to work and have an extra seat in your car? Are you looking for a ride to avoid public transportation? Want to save money and meet new friends? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, check out Carpool for NU Students! Go to your myNEU Portal and find RideShare on the "Co-op/Career Services" tab. Simply write a post with your information and wait for responses from other Northeastern Students.
NU HousingShare
If you are still hunting for an apartment, check out HousingShare! This services is available only to Northeastern Students and helps to find safe and comfortable apartments without having to sign a lease. Looking to sublet? NU HousingShare will help you sublet your apartment to another NU student. You can find NU HousingShare on myNEU portal under "Co-op/Career Services" tab.
Save Time with Online Students Services!
Working a 9-5 job might make it tough
for you to stop by campus every time you need to take care of finances,
mealplan or loans. Luckily paying bills, applying for a loan or adding
balance to your Husky Card can be done online. Visit the myNEU Portal and look for the Self-Service
tab.
Below
you will find useful services that are just click of a button away!
NUPay- Pay your on-campus housing
bills. NU accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Electronic Checks. You will
receive an e-receipt after a completed payment. You can also put money on your
Husky Card to use around campus. To check your Husky Card balance go to Husky
Card Account Balances on myNEU Self Service.(Questions? Call 617.373.2270 or email studentaccounts@neu.edu)
Financial Services- apply for loans or check
your FERPA Status. Apply for student scholarships available thanks to NU alumni
and friends.
MyApps-
Away from campus library? Go to MyApps to access the virtual desktop with
Microsoft Office and other useful Software that you can use anywhere, anytime!
When you are done writing a paper or preparing a presentation you can save your
work to My Files.
Health and Counseling Services- Need to make an appointment with
the NU Health Center? Call 617-373-2772 for an appointment. If you haven't
filled out a Health Questionaire do so prior to making an appointment.
Meal Plan- Don't have time to cook? NU Dining Services offer
nutritious meals. You can sign up for a Profiler (meals can be used at your
convenience) by emailing emmealplan@neu.edu. For
more information visit Meal Plan Changes under Self-Service.
NU Bookstore- Books, textbooks, apparel and gifts can be purchased
online.
Library-
Looking for articles or journals? NU library has it all- many articles and
journals come in an electronic form, so you don't need to leave your house to
find what you need.
Student Savings
College students, especially those in Boston always seek extra savings and discounts. Below you will find some students savings in the Boston area.
Student Bistro is a great website for students who are looking for coupons and discounts on books, clothing, electronics, DVDs as well as various restaurants and diners.
Boston Market offers various deals when you sign up for printable coupons. You will receive promotional deals in your email.
Stay healthy with vitamins from GNC. Save $5 on products with this coupon.
Want your groceries delivered to your door?
Peapod is an internet grocer and is a leading provider of online grocery shopping. Purchase $50 or more worth of groceries online, use a promotional code and receive $10 off your check! You can receive $15 off when you spend $75 with this coupon.
Need workout gear? Finish Line will give you $10 off when you make an in-store purchase of $60 or more. Learn more here.
Lens Crafters offers various deals on sunglasses and eyeglasses.
Quiznos will give you a free Sammy with a purchase of a fountain drink and chips. This coupon will complete your lunch!
Shaws has many coupons available to print out on this site. These saving are worth checking out!
Check out the Student Advantage Card. It can be used nationwide and save you up to 50% on brands such as Grayhound, Urban Outfitters, AMC Theatres, Barnes and Noble, Pearle Vision, Toshiba, 1-800 Flowers and hundreds more! A complete list of partners can be found on the website. To get your own card simply apply on the website, or try it first for 30 days!
Travel for cheaper! STA Travel offers great student discounts on airfare, hotels and domestic travel. Traveling abroad? Get an International Student Identity Card for $22 and save hundreds on food, shopping, transportation, entertainment and more! The website offers a discount founder so you can plan your trip in advance.
