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Spotlight Events
Boston Alumni Chapter: Networking Exchange
Alumni Center, 716 Columbus Avenue, 6th Floor
Tuesday, September 9 6:30 p.m.
The Networking Exchange Program meets on a monthly basis and provides valuable resources for alumni as well as students!
Get involved early and meet new people to start building your professional network. Listen to presentations, participate in open forums and have a great social time! Refreshments are served and complimentary parking is provided.
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Insights - Under the Spotlight The 2008 Presidential Election
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m
Northeastern University Club of Boston, One Federal Street, 38th Floor.
Listen to an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of each candidate. Professor Bruce Wallin will discuss what to look for during the campaign that might help predict who will win the election. Professor Dan Kennedy will discuss how much the media influences these predictions.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the 2008 Presidential candidates before the November elections while enjoying dinner with other members of the Northeastern Community.
Co-op Connections will sponsor this event. Sign up HERE. Spaces are limited. Call 617.373.4610 if you have any questions.
For more information on the meeting visit the Insights website.
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Arts Alive!: A Chorus Line
Friday, September 26
Reception: Felt Boston, 6 - 7:45PM
(533 Washington St. Boston)
Show: Opera House 8PM (539 Washington St., Boston)
Join alumni with a reception following a spectacular broadway show!
Learn more about A Chorus Line Show.
Register online or call Brittany Malitsky at 617.373.3449 to register by phone.
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Important Information
Don't Miss the Fall 2008 Deadlines for Meal Plans and Health Waiver
September 12 is the last day to cancel or change your meal plan. If you would like to sign up go to the Self Service Tab on your myNEU portal for information on how to modify your meal plan.
September 12, is also the deadline to waive the Northeastern University Student Health Plan. Remember that all full-time and part-time students will be enrolled and billed $1,975 for health insurance (and $225 applicable UHCS fee).
If you have an outside health care coverage you may waive you rights from this plan. If you don't complete your waiver by September 12, you will automatically be enrolled in the NUSHIP. The waiver may be completed via myNEU on the self service tab. For additional information on requirements, costs, deadlines, etc. go to this website.
Contact the Office of Student Accounts if you have questions, 617-373-2270.
Parking Availability during Fall Move-In 2008
Due to the move-in of 7,500 students in September, parking schedules will apply beginning Friday, August 29th and continuing through Sunday, September 7th. Northeastern faculty, staff and students parking will be temporarily restricted. Parking spaces on campus will be as follows:
Daytime - Camden Lot, Columbus Surface Lot, and Columbus Garage. The only exception is for those who have "reserved" and "preferred" parking in West Village E.
Overnight - Camden Lot and Columbus Surface Lot only.
The North Lot. Closed beginning Friday, August 29th at 7am and will reopen on Sunday, September 7th at 5pm.
Renaissance and Gainsborough. Parking garages will remain in operation as usual.
Fall 2008 Day Student Parking applications available on-line
Need parking for the Fall? You can now use your 9 digit NU ID NUMBER to apply for parking online!
Apply for your parking permit HERE.
If you have any questions regarding Locations of Parking lots, Hours, Fees, Parking Rules and Regulations,please visit the NU parking website.
***Parking enforcement for the Fall semester will begin on Friday, September 12, 2008***
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International Corner
Many of you who are reading this newsletter are on co-op abroad. We want to recognize you and your experiences, and make you feel more connected to Northeastern.
If you have any suggestions or ideas for events near you, please let us know! We can help coordinate events and gatherings for you!
We would like to spread the word about students who co-op abroad. If you have stories, photographs or interesting experiences, let us know and we will include them in our newsletter! We want you all to feel included in the NU community even when you are currently living across the Ocean!
Keep up the good job, and we are proud of all of you who represent NU abroad!
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NU HousingShare
Believe it or not, students are already thinking about their spring co-0p positions. If you have a 12 month lease for an apartment on the west coast and want an NU student to sublet it in January, post an advertisement on HousingShare! You can find NU HousingShare on myNEU portal under "Co-op/Career Services" tab. Simply write a post with your information and wait for responses from other Northeastern Students.
NU RideShare
Tired of using public transportation? Have an extra seat in your car and want to save on gas? Check out Carpool for NU Students!Go to your myNEU Portal and find RideShare on the "Co-op/Career Services" tab.
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Do you work on Campus?
What do you usually do during your lunch break?
Would you like to make your lunch break more productive?
Come to events and activities happening on campus during lunchtime! All events are free of charge. This month attend:
Career Services Expert Tips
Wednesday, September 24, 12 PM- 1 PM
Location: 12 Stearns
Interested in getting into Law School? Hear a speaker give tips and suggestions on how to get into law school, and how to finance it.
Applying to law school? Hear experts' tips on application strategies, writing essays and financing your degree.
Visit Career Services website or e-mail careerservices@neu.edu for more info.
Biotechnology Entrepreneur Lecture Series: George Paste
Thursday, September 25, 11 AM - 1 PM
Location: Raython Amphitheater, Egan Research Center
Take an early lunch and listen to George Paste present "Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine, and the Future Evolution of Healthcare"
The event will begin with a reception at 11 a.m followed by 11:30 AM-1PM lecture. Stay for the whole lecture or as long as your schedule allows.
RSVP with Cynthia Bainton via e-mail or call 617-373-2627.
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Welcome Week Events
Open Mic Night at afterHOURS : Friday, September 5, 9PM-2AM
Bed Bath and Beyond : Saturday, September 6, 4PM-7PM
Northeastern will have busses leaving from Centennial Commons to the store. Last bus leaves at 6PM.
Charles River Boat Tour* : Centennial Commons
Saturday, September 6, 6:15PM-9:30PM
This two hour cruise around the Charles River will take you to the historic sights of Boston and Cambridge. This is a great way to end a hard day of work and relax as you watch the sun set
Boston Red Sox vs. Texas Rangers : afterHOURS, Saturday, September 6, 8:00PM
Watch the Boston Red Sox game on a big screen! Free popcorn and giveaways!
Field Hockey vs. University of Massachusetts : Sweeney Field, Sunday, September 7, 2PM
Chess game and dinner: West Addition CSC, Sunday, September 7, 5PM-7PM
Indiana Jones Movie Screening : afterHOURS, Sunday, September 7, 8PM
NU Night @ Target : Centennial Commons, Sunday, September 7, 5PM - 8:30PM
Free ride to and from Target.
WRBB Block Party : Centennial Commons, Monday, September 8, 5PM-8PM
Live music provided by WRBB, a campus - based radio.
Multi-faith Spiritual Worship Night : Sacred Space, Monday, September 8, 6:30PM
Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays : afterHOURS, Tuesday, September 9, 7PM
Come and cheer for the Boston Red Sox on the big screen. Free popcorn and giveaways!
Outdoor Screening of the Movie "21" : West Village Quad, Tuesday, September 9, 8:30PM
Bhangra con Salsa : Ballroom, Wednesday, September 10, 5-7PM
Learn Bhangra (traditional Indian dance) and Salsa.
Ice Cream for Green Justice :
Stetson East Quad, Wednesday, September 10, 6-9PM
So You Think You Can Dance? : Ballroom, Wednesday, September 10, 8PM
Free dance lessons will be provided by NU's Dance Company.
Movie Screening : "Superbad"* : Blackman Auditorium, Wednesday, September 10, 8PM
Comedy Night : afterHOURS, Wednesday, September 10, 9PM
A stand-up comedy showcase hosted by Improv Boston's Dan Jay Bein, a recent comedian featured on MTV!
Celebration of the Arts : Fenway Center, Wednesday, September 10, 7:30PM-9:30PM
Come to this event and enjoy a showcase of various campus-based performing groups.
Movie Screening - "The Incredible Hulk" : afterHOURS, Thursday, September 11, 8PM
Free popcorn and giveaways.
This is NU: Huskies Gone Wild : West Village Quad, Friday, September 12, 6 -11PM
Free giveaways, food and music, and activities! Stay in the Quad for a DJ performance until 11PM.
Karaoke Night : afterHOURS, Friday, September 12, 9PM
Night with Frank Santos : The R-Rated Hypnotist* : Blackman Auditorium, Saturday, September 13, 8PM
Frank Santos' spectacular display of mind bending activities can turn any skeptic into a fan.Tickets are $5.00.
NASO Welcome DJ : afterHOURS, Saturday, September 13, 9PM
Midnight BBQ : Stetson East Quad, Saturday, September 13, 11:59PM-2AM
A night full of food and free giveaways with new friends!
*Ticket is required for this event. Tickets can be purchased at the Information Booth on Krentzman Quad on Saturday and Sunday Sept. 6-7 from 10am-5pm
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Recent Events
Co-op Cool Off!
On August 26th Co-op Connections hosted the 3rd Annual Co-op Cool Off. We handed out almost 300 ice cream bars!
A big thank you to all students who stopped by Co-op Cool Off and made this event a huge success! 
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Fall 2008 Survey
Here at Co-op Connections we are working hard to make sure you have everything you need while embarking on your real-life working experience away from Northeastern. It's through your feedback that we can strengthen and support our students to help them achieve a happier and healthier co-op experience.
Take our Co-op Connections Survey and tell us what you really think! Your opinion means lot to us and we want to know how we can make your co-op experience more desirable. Your input will help shape the support and services we provide to future students just like you. Share with us your experiences on transitioning into the working world. Thanks for your help!
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Upcoming Events
A Multi-Cultural Boat Cruise
Thursday, September 18, 5-8pm
Ever been on a Boston Harbor Cruise? Whether you have or not, don't miss out on this one!
Enjoy an evening on the Boston Harbor waters with other NU Students. This event is outdoors and great for everyone. Meet new friends and enjoy the scenic tour of the harbor!
Call the SLC at 617-373-2728
or e-mail spiritual.life@neu.edu for details.
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31st John Coltrane Memorial Concert
Saturday September 27 8PM - 10PM Blackman Auditorium
Enjoy "A Tribute to the Trane- John Coltrane Concert" with guest artists Guru's Jazzmatazz with Superproducer Solar.
Visit this website for more information.
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Flavor of The Month
Students' Monthly Restaurant Pick
Thai Basil Restaurant
Restaurant Name and Address:
Thai Basil Restaurant
132 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116-2904
What is the best aspect of the restaurant?
Affordable Prices
Type of cuisine:
Thai
Student's experience at this restaurant:
I ordered the spicy seafood madness dish and finished the whole plate! I love the combination of flavors and the fresh seafood.
It took a little while before our food was brought out, but it was worth the wait!
Why would you recommend this restaurant to other students?
Students will enjoy this restaurant because of the low prices and location on Newbury Street.
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Have you been to a great restaurant in your area and think others should try it too?
Write us a restaurant review!
We'll select a review to appear in the next newsletter and send the writer of the review a gift card for another great local restaurant! Review a restaurant HERE!
Questions? E-mail Co-op Connections.
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