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About 100 people detained from Northeastern University pro-Palestinian protest

About 100 people were detained from a pro-Palestinian protest at Northeastern University’s Boston campus Saturday morning, according to university officials.

The university said its police department, with the help of local law enforcement, began clearing "an unauthorized encampment" on the campus early in the morning.

"What began as a student demonstration two days ago, was infiltrated by professional organizers with no affiliation to Northeastern," the university said in its statement on X . "Last night, the use of virulent anti-Semitic slurs, including 'Kill the Jews,' crossed the line. We cannot tolerate this kind of hate on our campus."

Video circulating online appears to show the statement being made by a counterprotester holding an Israeli flag, who was met with boos from other protesters on campus. It's not clear if the person who said the antisemitic phrase was among those detained or disciplined.

The leading student organization behind the protest, Huskies for a Free Palestine, or HFP, called the administration’s statement "false narratives," and accused the administration of implying the phrase was said by pro-Palestinian protesters and using it "as justification to arrest over 100 Northeastern faculty, workers, and students."

University spokesperson Renata Nyul said, “That language has no place on any university campus” no matter the context.

The university said that of the approximately 100 people police detained, students “who produced a valid Northeastern ID were released.”

“They will face disciplinary proceedings within the university, not legal action,” the statement said. “Those who refused to disclose their affiliation were arrested.”

Videos posted on HFP's Instagram showed what the group says were students being arrested. Police officers in riot gear could also be seen in videos on campus.

"Why are you in riot gear? I don’t see no riot here," protesters could be heard chanting to the officers, along with, "Who do you serve? Who do you protect?"

In other videos posted to HFP's Instagram, protesters chanted, "Free, free Palestine," and, "Disclose, divest. We will not stop, we will not rest."

In an update shared Saturday afternoon, the university said the quad in Centennial Common, where people were protesting, "was fully secured and all campus operations have returned to normal."

"We want to thank NUPD, our Student Life staff, and the university’s external partners for their flawless execution this morning," the statement read. The university would not clarify who said the antisemitic slur mentioned in their original statement.

HFP shared a message to the administration on Instagram regarding the arrests, which the group says were mostly of nonviolent students.

"We sincerely hope that northeastern university administration is aware. You may arrest peaceful protestors. But you CAN NOT stop the movement," the statement read. "We are students against genocide, and we always will be. Your intimidation will never change that."

The student group said it is participating in the protest because Northeastern "refuses to even address the catastrophic humanitarian crisis that the Genocide against Palestinians had created" and "refuses to cut ties to weapon manufacturers doing business with the Israeli military," according to its Instagram .

HFP demands that the university disclose its current financial investments, divest from all Israeli companies and others that profit from war in Gaza and "denounce Israel's genocide in Palestine and call for an immediate ceasefire" as well as an end to Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories.

Northeastern University is one of dozens of universities in the U.S. and Canada where students are protesting for Palestinian human rights after months of war in Gaza, including Columbia , the University of Southern California and Emory.

Students participating in protests on campuses in North America have similar demands to HFP, including divestment from companies that could be profiting from the war and transparency from university administrations regarding where they’re investing their money.

On Friday, Portland State University President Ann Cudd announced that the institution will put a pause on receiving “any further gifts or grants” from Boeing, after receiving a letter signed by members of the community. The university’s Students United for Palestinian Equal Rights has accused Boeing of being “complicit in the occupation and genocide in Palestine,” according to a post on its Instagram account. A spokesperson for Boeing said the company has no comment.

Many universities have said they support freedom of speech and allow protests, but that encampments violate school policy. On Saturday, dozens of people were arrested at other colleges that cracked down on encampments.

At Arizona State University, 69 people were arrested and accused of trespassing related to setting up an encampment, according to a university spokesperson. The school said the encampment was established by people who were not university students, faculty or staff, and that they refused instructions to disperse.

Police arrested 23 people at Indiana University on Saturday after protesters were warned to remove tents or other structures that violated university policy. Those who didn’t were “detained and removed,” the university said. The people arrested face charges ranging from criminal trespass to resisting law enforcement. It’s unclear whether they are affiliated with the university.

At Washington University in St. Louis, more than 80 arrests were made after a group of students, employees and others not affiliated with the campus refused to leave after pitching tents and calling on others to join their protest, the university said in a statement. "All will face charges of trespassing and some may also be charged with resisting arrest and assault, including for injuries to police officers," the school said.

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It is finally spring in Massachusetts, and Northeastern students and faculty are coming out to enjoy the warmer weather after months of ice and snow. Rather than being cooped up inside all day, there are plenty of fun outdoor activities for you and your friends to do right on Northeastern’s campus if you don’t feel like straying far from home. Here are some of my favorite things to do:  

Boba runs: Do you like this popular tea based drink that has chewy tapioca pearls in every sip? If so, you’re in luck. There area couple of great boba shops to stop at close by, including Chatime (Huntington Ave), Kung Fu Tea  (Mass Ave), and Vivi Bubble Tea (Mass Ave). Kung Fu Tea and Chatime solely offer drinks, and Vivi offers a variety of foods along with their boba on their menu from popcorn chicken, takoyaki, crepe cakes, and other appetizers and desserts. From my experience, Kung Fu Tea is the most popular place nearby for students to get their boba from, and I personally love their Honey Oolong Milk Tea.

Picnic in Centennial: On days where the sun is shining and there are hardly any clouds in the sky, you can find me along with tons of other students all congregated at Centennial Quad to hang out with friends, eat lunch, attend online classes, or do work on laptops. I’ve even seen some students playing guitar and singing, setting up and relaxing in hammocks, and tossing a frisbee with one another. It’s common to bring a picnic blanket to Centennial and just lie down in the grass. You can bring food and enjoy the nice weather, and if you like animals, you might even be surrounded by the local geese, but be careful of them stealing your food and pecking at your belongings! I really enjoy the      days where everyone is outside because it feels super lively with good vibes on campus.

Recreation: For more active activities for those who like to get out and get some exercise, Carter Field is the perfect place to go.  You can play games of soccer, spikeball, sharks and minnows (lol), or throw a frisbee around. There are also a couple of tennis courts to practice on and play games with friends. I like having mini soccer scrimmages or just kicking a soccer ball around. Additionally, if you are into skateboarding, the whole campus can be used as a skating ground. You can practice in parking lots, parking garages, or just skate along the streets.

Visit a Museum: If you enjoy art, I would recommend going to the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), which is practically right on campus. It’s a huge museum that features art from all around the world and hosts several sp e cial exhibitions set up for a limited time. The MFA has free general admission to Northeastern students and faculty with a promo code, which is cool since you might not be able to view everything in one visit. So me of the traveling exhibitions might cost money, but they aren’t too expensive. I spent five dollars to see the Basquiat and the Hip-Hop Generation gallery. The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is another great option for art lovers. It is a little further away from campus (about a 10-15 minute walk), but I wanted to include it because it has an extensive collection of art and has beautiful gardens and architecture. Admission is $13 for students, but if your name is Isabella like me you can get in for free hehe.

Movie Nights: At night when it gets dark outside and the temperature drops, it is always fun to hang out in some of the classrooms on campus or in the dorms to play games (like cards or bananagrams!), watch movies, eat snacks, etc. I love organizing sleepovers and movie nights with friends in my dorm. It’s also nice nowadays to do this since students are allowed to bring a guest into their dorm building.

This list is just some of my favorite activities that I’ve done on campus throughout this year. It’s been tricky to do most things because of COVID-19, but there are still things you can do safely and that are a lot of fun. I hope you enjoyed reading this post and hope it gives you a couple of ideas of things to do right at Northeastern! I hope you like the pictures too 🙂

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Members of the Class of 2024 and their guests will attend either the graduate ceremony in the morning or the undergraduate ceremony in the afternoon.

The graduate ceremony begins at 10 a.m. A pre-show starts at 8:15 and the procession at 8:45. Graduates must arrive at Gate B by 8. Gates to the park also open for guests at 8.

The undergraduate ceremony begins at 4 p.m. A pre-show starts at 2:15 and the procession at 2:45. Graduates must arrive at Gate B by 2. Gates to the park also open for guests at 2.

Where do I enter Fenway? 

Graduates should enter Fenway Park at Gate B. Guests can enter at Gates A, D or E.

Where can I park? 

Parking near Fenway Park is limited. Complimentary parking is available on Northeastern’s Boston campus at the Columbus Parking Garage at 795 Columbus Ave. The garage is about a mile from Fenway.

How else can I get there?

Fenway Park is accessible via the MBTA . Take the D branch of the Green Line to the Fenway stop, then it’s a short walk to the park. You can also take the B or C branches of the Green Line to Kenmore and follow signs to Fenway Park.

How many people will attend?

The guest list for Sunday is about 50,000, but about as many people will participate in individual college ceremonies during commencement week.

Starting with Monday’s doctoral hooding and ending with Saturday night’s College of Social Sciences and Humanities celebration, Northeastern will host approximately 51,665 graduates and guests on the Boston campus.

What happens if it rains?

The ceremonies will be held rain or shine, excluding extreme weather conditions, and last about 90-120 minutes. In the event of rain, ponchos will be distributed to graduates.

What can I bring inside?

Bags larger than 12-by-12-by-6 are prohibited with the exception of medical items and diaper bags. Flowers, signs, banners, balloons and full-sized flags are also not permitted inside Fenway.

Guests may bring one unopened, clear, disposable, plastic water bottle, 16 ounces or less. Water fill stations will be available at student lineup.

Graduates are also allowed to wear Hawaiian leis and bring the small flags that were selected and provided by the university.

Certified service dogs for guests with disabilities are welcome inside the park. All other animals are prohibited.

All attendees will enter Fenway Park through metal detectors.

Where can I buy gifts for my graduate?  

Northeastern merchandise (and flowers after the ceremony) will be available for purchase outside Gates A and D of Fenway Park. 

Flowers are not permitted inside the park, but will be available for purchase as you exit the ceremony. 

Pre-order Northeastern merchandise for pickup only at Fenway.

All proceeds will support students in need through the We Care Emergency Fund .

Will concession stands be open?

Concessions will be available for purchase before the start of the ceremony and will be closed once commencement begins. All registers are cashless and will only accept credit cards.

Guests can support the Northeastern We Care Fund through a gift at concessions.

Water will be available for purchase throughout the ceremony. Alcohol will not be served.

Where can I watch the ceremony? 

Each graduate is allotted six guest tickets that can be claimed using the MLB Ballpark App and the Northeastern email address of the graduate.

Children 2 years or younger who are able to sit on an adult’s lap do not need a ticket. Extra tickets are not available. Guest tickets are general admission.

For those who cannot attend, the ceremonies will also be livestreamed .

Who are the speakers?

Sethuraman Panchanathan , director of the National Science Foundation, will address the graduate students at 10 a.m.

Pam Melroy , a trailblazing astronaut and deputy administrator for NASA, will address the undergraduates at 4 p.m.

Megan Carter, captain of the women’s hockey team, is the graduate student speaker. Rebecca Bamidele, a senior with a combined major in biology and political science, is the undergraduate student speaker.

Who are the honorary degree recipients?

In addition to Panchanathan (doctor of science) and Melroy (doctor of public service), President Joseph E. Aoun will confer a doctor of humane letters degree upon David A. Thomas , president of Morehouse College.

An award-winning author, Thomas has co-written three books: “Race, Work, and Leadership: New Perspectives on the Black Experience,” “Breaking Through: The Making of Minority Executives in Corporate America” and “Leading for Equity: The Pursuit of Excellence in Montgomery County.”

Thomas has led Morehouse since 2018. He was previously a dean and business professor at Harvard, Georgetown and the University of Pennsylvania.

I’m graduating from a Northeastern global campus. Can I attend commencement in Boston?

Each campus in Northeastern’s global network is hosting commencement exercises. 

When are the Law School and CPS ceremonies?

Separate ceremonies for the College of Professional Studies will take place next week. 

CPS undergraduate and graduate ceremonies will be held at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at Matthews Arena. 

The CPS doctoral hooding will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 9, and the School of Law ceremony 2 p.m. on Friday, May 10, both at Matthews.

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