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IN THE LOOP Washington DC Area
September 2008

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Can you believe that it's already September? Most of you have been on Co-op for over two months and are comfortable settling in the new environments.  During this time of year  everything seems busy due to returning students arriving back at school and moving into their apartments. Aren't you glad that you don't have to do that this year? The chaos that thousands of students bring to the city each Fall might seem overwhelming, but it will bring changes and add variety and energy to the surrounding community.
September is a great month to celebrate the end of summer, so go ahead and spend some time outdoors before it gets cold! This is the last opportunity to attend summer events, and I hope that you will have a chance to do that.

We always welcome student feedback and ideas, so if you have any suggestions or would like us to organize an event for Co-op students, e-mail us at coopconnections@neu.edu
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Office of Co-op Connections
*Your Link To University Life*
Location: 4 Speare Commons
Email: coopconnections@neu.edu
Phone: 617-373-2814

Contacts:                                   
Sonya Mariotti  (Manager)
Julia Weisman (Program Coordinator)
Olivia Kalinowska (Co-op/ Program Coordinator)

In this Issue
:: Upcoming Events
:: Share Your Experiences
:: Fall 2008 Survey
:: How to Stay Connected to Campus
:: NU RideShare and HousingShare
Upcoming Events
 
 

Third Thursday Happy Hour with Alumni

September 18 6:30PM
810 7th Street NW Chinatown/Gallery Place Metro station

Join the DC Alumni Chapter for a Happy Hour with food and beverage specials (4-7PM)! Get to know alumni and friends and have a great time. For more information visit the local's website. 
 
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One Planet - Ours
 
Saturday, September 24 - Monday, October 13 10AM
U.S. Botanic Garden 245 First St. Southwest Washington, DC

Cost: Free

Enjoy the free "One Planet" exhibition at the U.S.  Botanic Gardens and learn about Earth's sustainability and how it applies to gardens and the landscape. Enjoy the showcase garden displays on the Conservatory Terrace and interpretive and sculptural displays. Visit the official website for more information.
 
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Guided Hikes
 
Every Saturday through  November 1 at 10AM
Woodlawn Manor - 16501 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, MD
Cost: Free!
 
Take advantage of this opportunity and get your sweat on during this 1.5 mile hike in the Montgomery Park along the Underground Railroad Trail. Rain or shine, enjoy a day out while exploring the beautiful park. No reservations required.
Call 301-650-4373 if you have any questions or visit the official
website for more information.

Hiking Guy

 
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Tailgate Party - NU vs. Towson
 
October 4th, 9:00AM
Towson University , MD

Join NU Alumni for a tailgate party and a football game! There will be a 55 passenger bus from Capitol Hill area to the game. This is a great way to spend time with your fellow co-op students and meet Alumni members.
There will be a fee (TBD) that will cover a bus ride to and from Capitol Hill, a ticket to the game, and full access to the tailgate tent with food and drink.

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How is your co-op going?

Share experiences, stories and photos with other students.
 
Do you have a picture or story from your co-op experience or events you attended?
Show us and other students how your Co-op experience is changing your life.
Send us en e-mail, and we will include your story in the next newsletter!
Send your e-mails to

coopconnections@neu.edu


 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!

Stay Connected to Campus


Ways to Stay Connected to NU



WRBB Radio - stay connected to campus by listening to the Northeastern Radio Station on your computer.

Northeastern News - read the news to know what is happening on campus and stay informed about important changes and alerts.

Northeastern Alumni - knowing about alumni events and happenings can help you find opportunities, networks and events while on co-op or in classes!

Northeastern Library - the library resources are endless, and with access to multiple free databases you can search for newest articles and journals anytime, anywhere.

Sports Husky TV - missed a game? No problem! Watch the online TV to catch up on the newest games and competitions.

NU TV - watch interesting clips and interviews from campus or from wherever else the NU TV will take you! Find it on the Community Tab on myNEU.



 

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.

 
 

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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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