Summer Events on Campus

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By: SSG Emily Niedermeyer

Whether you’re on campus taking classes or working on co-op, summer in Boston is certainly a fun experience. There are always events and things to do around Boston and on-campus is no exception. NU Student Life is working hard to offer activities, free food and many opportunities for fun! Check out this list of happenings to enjoy at Northeastern this summer.

  1. Keepin’ It Cool

Who doesn’t want ice cream in the summertime? On June 28, enjoy free Ben and Jerry’s ice cream plus some very fun activities from 11:45 – 1:15 pm in Centennial Common. This is completely free!

  1. Northeastern 4th of July Celebration

On Monday, July 3, Northeastern is hosting a 4th of July celebration on Krentzman Quad from 2:00 – 3:00pm, hosted by the Office of Global Services. To celebrate Independence Day, the OGS is hosting music, games, treats and lots of red, white and blue! This is a great opportunity to spend some time outdoors with friends. Pre-Registration is not required.

  1. Monthly Treats

The Office of Global Services hosts monthly events where they hand out summer treats! Drop by Snell Library Quad from 1:00 – 2:45 pm on July 11 for an ice pop and chat with OGS staff.

  1. Terrarium Time

Does your room need some brightening up this summer? Would you like some new decorations? Build and decorate your own plant terrarium with the Resident Student Association and the Botanical Society of Northeastern University! On July 15 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm you can attend in Snell Library Quad and even enjoy boba for free afterwards!

  1. Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market

While this event isn’t on campus, it’s supported by Northeastern Student Life in their “Summester ‘23” series. The Seaport x. Black Owned Bos. Market is outside on Seaport Common and features Black-owned businesses from throughout the Greater Boston Area. It features a different theme each month. On July 23 the theme is “Fun in the Sun” and on August 20 the theme is “ZaZ Fest.” This event does also continue until October, so feel free to visit then as well! From 12:00 – 6:00 pm, enjoy special themed activities, live music and entertainment and of course local businesses.

  1. Whale Watching

Join the Office of Global Services on the Atlantic Ocean to go whale watching! On August 4 from 2:00-6:30 pm, spend the day in “Boston’s own aquatic backyard” to learn about and witness the beauty of whales in their natural habitat. This event is certainly unmissable and unforgettable. Tickets are required to attend through Cashnet.

Check out Northeastern Student Life (@huskystudentlife on Instagram) for weekly activities hosted by the university. This is where you can find all the updated information on this summer’s happenings! Boston is such an amazing city to be in over the summer, and there are so many events on campus to enjoy.