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.
This semester we will highlight various alumni events that we encourage you to attend. Some of you may think that these events are strictly for graduates, but students are always welcome! 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.
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
In July Office of Co-op Connections and Alumni Relations welcomed Co-op students to NYC at the
Midtown Loft.
Students and alumni had the opportunity to socialize, meet others and
exchange stories and experiences. Everyone was encouraged to take part in a NU
Networking Game and had a chance to win great prices! Brian Bergeron '07
accompanied the event with music, adding a pleasant tone to an already great
atmosphere.
Thanks to those of you who attended, and
good luck with Co-op to everyone! We hope that NYC will bring many memorable
moments during your stay there.
If you have ideas for events or feedback about past events, please let us know! Email us at coopconnections@neu.edu.
News and Important Information
NU HousingShare If you are still hunting for an
apartment, check out HousingShare! This service is available only to
Northeastern Students and it 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.
Looking for Bus Tickets? BoltBus is a great bus company offering cheap tickets to NYC, Boston, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. All the buses have free wireless internet available, so you can bring your computer on board! You can find more information, fares, stop locations and schedules at www.boltbus.com.
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
Ratingto rate!
Save Time with Online Students Services!
Living away from campus makes it more
difficult when trying to take care of your student-related business. Luckily
paying bills, applying for a loan or using the library's resources can be done
online. Visit themyNEU Portaland
look for the Self-Service tab.
Below
you will find useful services that are convenient and easy to use.
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. To view your account balance go to
Account Detail 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-
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 using the software you can save your
work to My Files.
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.
Husky Superstars 3 NU Alumni to represent Northeastern at the Olympics.
Zara Northoverachieved 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 in lightweight four boat category in Beijing.
Keep your fingers crossed as our Alumni compete in Beijing in August! Go Huskies!
Upcoming Events
NYC Summer Streets
On August 9th, 16th and 23rd NYC
will close routes connecting the Brooklyn Bridge with Central Park. The 6.9
miles car free route will be open to the public to bike, walk, run or play.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy this space for outdoor activities. It is a great
way to use some fresh air in the middle of a big city and relax with friends or
family. Check out Summer Streets' officialwebsite.
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Rocks Off Cruise with Live Music
Enjoy sightseeing on the Temptress
through the NYC Harbor! Have drinks, meet other people and of course listen
to live music! The group performing will be Evolution- a mid-80's
group playing classic rock. Find discounted tickets at thiswebsite. Tickets are $15 (Regular price $30).
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Free Movie Screening: Hugo Chavez
Watch a free movie "The
Revolution Will Not be Televised". It is a 2002 documentary about
Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez made in April 2002. It is a great opportunity
to learn more about this Venezuelan political movement. Watch the movie on Sunday, August 10 at 1PM at the A. J. Muste Institute
(339 Lafayette Street
Buzzer, New York). Check out thewebsitefor more information.
Student Savings
College students always
seek extra savings and discounts. Below you will find some
websites and coupons to help you save!
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.
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! 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!
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!
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.
