CLASSES BEGIN!
8:00AM
Cup O’Joe To GO!
Krentzman Quad
Jump start your first day of classes with a free cup of Dunkin’Donuts coffee and a donut, compliments of Alumni Relations and the Student Alumni Association. Stop by, say hello and grab your morning brew (while supplies last). Sponsor: Office of Alumni Relations and Student Alumni Association @ 617.373.7283
10:00AM
Intro to Research at Snell Library
Snell Library Lobby
Stop by for a short, 20 minute introduction to the library. Sponsor: University Libraries @ 617.373.3316
10:00AM-2:00PM
Student Employment Job Fair
Curry Student Center, Indoor Quad
The Student Employment Job Fair is an opportunity for students and supervisors to connect for employment opportunities on and off campus through work-student and nonwork study funding.Sponsor: Student Employment Office/Student Financial Affairs @ 617.373.5087
11:30AM
Human Chess Exhibition
Library Quad
Stop by as NU Chess presents the first on campus GIANT chess match. Play some games, meet cool people and pick up information about the club! Sponsor: NU Chess Club; for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
11:45AM
Drop Everything and PEACE
Curry Student Center, Ground Floor
Social Change through Peace Games invites you to support and join in our community and global peacemaking effort. Come by Curry Student Center for fun activities and free stuff. Sponsor: Social Change through Peace Games; for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
11:45AM
College of Criminal Justice
College Welcome Meeting and Luncheon - MANDATORY
During this Criminal Justice Welcome meeting, you will meet and hear from the CJ Dean, faculty, co-op coordinators and staff. Enjoy a catered luncheon hosted by Blue Ribbon Barbecue with all the fixings! You will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with members of the CJ faculty, staff and CJSAC.
12:00PM
Faculty-in-Residence
Meet in lobby of International Village
Dr. Carey Noland is Northeastern’s first faculty-in-residence. Come hear her vision for this position and how you can benefit from her presence in International Village.
12:00PM-1:00PM
NU Does Yoga
The Sacred Space, 2nd Floor of Ell Hall
Start the year right with a fun, free yoga class! It’s open to all at NU, and is great even for beginners who’ve never tried yoga. Mats provided, wear comfy clothes. No pre-registration required. Spots available as space permits.
Sponsor: The Spiritual Life Center @ 617.373.4931
12:00PM-1:25PM
"The Obama Presidency: Rising or Falling Star"
20 West Village F
President Barack Obama is not only the first African-American President, but he faces major challenges in key policy areas, including the economy, health care, and foreign policy. At the same time, he governs with a Democratic-controlled Congress and an American population seeking change as well as solutions to the many problems the country faces. How has Obama fared in addressing these challenges? Hear from a panel of political science professors on their assessment of Obama's first months in office including Michael Dukakis, Robert Gilbert and Bill Mayer. Sponsor: Department of Political Science @ 617-373-2796
12:00PM-1:30PM
Community Ambassadors Welcome Back Station
Library Quad
Living off-campus? Have a concern about your apartment or neighborhood and don't know where to go or who to ask? Stop by our Info Table hosted by NU's Community Ambassadors and get the help and resources you need. Free giveaways for all off-campus students!
Sponsor: Off Campus Student Services @ 617.373.8480
12:00PM-1:30PM
Know Your Code
Library Quad
How well do you know your Code of Conduct? Take this short test to see. All students who completes a 2 minute survey on-line at www.northeastern.edu/osccr or in our office in 201 Ell Hall will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 American Express Gift Card on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. Sponsor: Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution @ 617.373.4390
1:00PM-5:00PM
Lobby, Snell Library
Stop by Snell Library to get your Husky card scanned for library services, check out work opportunities at the Library and get a preview of how we can support your research. In the process, become eligible to participate in a drawing for an iPod.
Sponsor: University Libraries @ 617.373.2354
2:00PM-4:00PM
International Co-op Open House
431 Stearns Center
Come hear about this awesome opportunity to gain work and or volunteer experience abroad.
Sponsor: International Coop Office of Experiential Learning @ 617.373.7975
2:00PM-3:30PM
A Welcome Back for Sociology and Anthropology Majors
500 Holmes Hall
Join us for an informal meeting with several Sociology and Anthropology faculty to discuss and answer questions about issues in these fields and how they impact NU students. A great opportunity to learn about the new members of the department, find out about changes in both majors, and to talk to your fellow majors. Sponsor: Department of Sociology and Anthropology @ 617-373-2686
2:00PM-4:00PM
Health Fest at University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) 135 Forsyth Suite, Forsyth Building
UHCS invites students to come in and see the facility as well as meet some medical and behavior health clinicians. Students can try out a variety of healthy de-stressing techniques to deal with the transition to college. Get your blood pressure checked and enjoy healthy snacks and drinks. Sponsor: UHCS @ 617.373.5579
2:30PM
Intro to Research at Snell Library
Snell Library Lobby
Stop by for a short, 20 minute introduction to the library. Sponsor: University Libraries @ 617.373.3316
3:00PM-3:30PM
Meditation for Beginners
The Sacred Space, 2nd Floor of Ell Hall
Try something new and learn meditation basics, it’s great for your mind, body, spirit. Although geared for beginners, everyone could benefit from this guided session. Free cushions and chairs provided.Sponsor: The Spiritual Life Center @ 617.373.4931
6:00PM
Bhangra and Salsa Lessons
Fenway Center
Come learn fun bhangra and salsa dance steps from our very own Kaliente and NU Bhangral.
Sponsor: NU Bhangra and Kaliente; for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
6:00PM
Capture the Flag!
Freshman Quad, Outside of Stetson East
Meet in the Freshman Quad to walk over to the Fens together. Come capture the flag with your friends in the Fens. Wear a white shirt and come ready for a fun evening! Sponsor: Agape Christian Fellowship; for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
6:00PM
Tastemakers Presents
Centennial Quad
An evening of live music- for all music lovers! Sponsor: Tastemakers Magazine, for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
6:30PM
Annual Welcome BBQ
Hillel, 70 St. Stephen Street
Come for great kosher dogs and burgers at NU Hillel. A fun and delicious way to meet other NU students!
Sponsor: Northeastern Hillel @ 617.373.3937
7:00PM
Celebration of the Arts
Curry Student Center, Ballroom
Join us as we showcase some of Northeastern’s finest talents. Sponsor: College of Arts and Sciences @ 617.373.3980
8:00PM
Light the Night
afterHOURS, Curry Student Center
Don’t miss the Asian Student Union and Barhada back to school mixer at afterHOURS! Come meet current and prospective members of these organizations with music, culture, and giveaways. Grab a t-shirt and glow stick and become a part of the symphony of lights as we “Light the Night.” Don’t forget your Husky Card! Sponsor: Asian Student Union and Barhada; for more information call Student Activities and Leadership @ 617.373.2642
10:00PM-11:00PM
Mighty Pucks: Floor Hockey at Marino
Marino Recreation Center
Come and join your classmates for a pick-up game of floor hockey. Sponsor: Campus Recreation @ 617.373.4433