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.
Office of Co-op Connections *Your Link To University Life* Location: 4 Speare Commons Email: coopconnections@neu.edu Phone: 617-373-2814
Saturday September 13 at 1PM-8PM Outdoor Fair Corner of Main Street & North Cedar, Beacon, NY Cost: Free Shop through 20 booths for one-of-a-kind items, all handmade by the hippest DIYers around. You'll find unique jewelry, paper goods, hand-screened clothing and accessories, artwork and items for the home, soaps and body butters, and much much more! Meet the artists and crafters who made the stunning wares for sale, and be sure to grab a souvenir. You can sample free refreshments throughout the day while you're taking it all in. For more information email handmadecavalcade@gmail.com or visit this website.
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Free Movie!
THE WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY Sunday, September 14 at 1PM at the A. J. Muste Institute 339 Lafayette Street Buzzer 11
Don't have the cash to buy a movie ticket? Watch a free movie: The Wind That Shakes the Barley. To attend for free you must RSVP.
Do you live in the New Yorker? Check out these events for a chance to meet other students and your neighbors! Look out for flyers posted throughout the month with more details about each event. You will be required to sign up to attend, so don't miss it!
September 7 First Day of the Football Season Watch the game(s) together, wear any jersey you want and meet fellow fans - snacks and beverages will be provided. September 15 White Castle Night Get to know other students by attending a night full of food, fun and games. EHS will provide food and beverages from White Castle. Enjoy this night in one of the lounge spaces! September 20 Free evening Yoga by Candlelight Travel to a yoga place with your neighbors on the lower eastside for a candlelight and FREE session of yoga. The mats and water must be rented or bring your own, but the event is free. September 25 Cookie Night Try and enjoy many different kinds of cookies, sit, relax and meet friends! TBA Knicks Pre-Season game New Yorker is working on getting tickets.
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Do you live in St. George? Enjoy these great events to socialize with other NU Students and other residents of St. George. This month attend:
September 5 Breakfast on the Go Grab a bagged breakfast filled with healthy treats in the lobby. September 6 Trip to IKEA Take a trip to the new Brooklyn IKEA and pick up bedroom, bathroom or kitchen gear!
September 11 Sushi Night The first 50 students will take a trip across the street to Sea Asian Restaurant. Each person will get a free sushi roll, soup, salad, and drink.
September 17 Microwave Cooking Night The RA's will be demonstrating how to cook a wonderful meal in a microwave. Dinner and dessert provided for attending students.
September 20 Coastal Cleanup Day : Prospect Park Come help clean up the coast area while enjoying a day out and meeting other residents. Prospect Park is a favorite spot of the locals and working together can help you learn more about the culture of this community.
September 21 Laundry Night Receive a free wash and dry for coming down to the laundry room with a large group of other other residents.
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!
Don't have internet in your apartment? Need to get online while in the city? New York City has several locations where free internet is available.
Restaurants and Bars
Schiller's Liquor Bar 131 Rivington St, New York, NY
Soy Luck Club 115 Greenwich Ave, New York, NY
Gorilla Coffee 97 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Naidre's 502 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY
Housing Works Used Book Cafe 126 Crosby St, New York, NY
McNally Robinson Booksellers 50 Prince St, New York, NY
Communities
Apple Store 103 Prince St, New York, NY
Chelsea Market 75 9th Ave, New York, NY
Bryant Park 42nd St and 6th Ave, New York, NY
Tompkins Square Park 500 E 9th St, New York, NY
Staten Island Ferry at South Ferry Terminal 1 Bay St, Staten Island, NY
Bowling Green Broadway, New York, NY
Columbia University 2960 Broadway, New York, NY
Union Square Park 14th St to 17th St, New York, NY
Ways to Stay Connected to Campus
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.
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!
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.
