Office of Academic Advising
617.373.2400
617.373.5545 (fax)N
cps-adviser@northeastern.edu
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The mission of the Office of Academic Advising is to provide comprehensive services to enable students to take ownership of their education and to make sound decisions and judgments that further their individual academic and professional success.
Each student accepted in a degree or certificate program has a designated career and academic coach who serves as the student’s primary contact and partner at Northeastern University to work together toward the student’s success by:
- Navigating curriculum/program requirements
- Planning a course load
- Choosing a major
- Determining the best path for degree completion
- Petitioning for transfer credit, course substitution, and course overloads
- Researching and locating resources that are important to the student
The Office of Academic Advising offers student enrichment opportunities throughout the year to satisfy educational, social, and networking desires/needs. For more information about the Office of Academic Advising, visit the College of Professional Studies website.
Students are encouraged to communicate regularly with their academic advisors.
Tutoring Services
Tutoring can benefit skilled professionals and beginning students alike. Whether you’re struggling with organic chemistry, working on a long paper, or putting the finishing touches on a presentation, Northeastern University offers many opportunities for you to enhance your academic work and professional skills through free one-on-one academic support on and off campus.
The Writing Center
617.373.4549
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The Northeastern University Writing Center is open to any member of the Northeastern community and exists to help writers of any level, from any academic discipline, become better writers.
Career Services
617.373.2430
617.373.4231 (fax)
huskycareers@northeastern.edu
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The Office of Employer Engagement and Career Design provides resources, guidance, and opportunities that help students and alumni with the following:
- Choose a major and explore career options that fit their unique attributes
- Make career decisions that will engage them in productive and fulfilling work
- Prepare for and conduct successful job searches
- Create meaningful and effective engagement with employers
- Contribute to meeting global and societal needs
Northeastern University's career resources do not guarantee employment nor do they refer students to prospective employers regarding job openings.
Disability Access Services
617.373.2675
617.373.7800 (fax)
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Northeastern University and Disability Access Services (DAS) are committed to providing disability services that enable students who qualify under applicable laws such as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act to participate fully in the activities of the university. To receive accommodations through DAS, students must provide appropriate documentation that demonstrates a current significant limitation and the corresponding need for accommodations or services. DAS evaluates the information provided by students and their clinicians on a case-by-case basis and makes an individualized determination about requested accommodations based on an informed and interactive process. Accommodations and services are available for students with the following diagnoses, among others:
- Learning disabilities and/or ADHD
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Chronic or degenerative disorders
- Hearing loss
- Mobility impairments
- Psychiatric disorders
- Traumatic or acquired brain injury
- Vision impairments
Students should provide documentation to DAS at their earliest convenience to allow for sufficient time for review. After the documentation has been reviewed, a disability specialist will contact the student regarding appropriate next steps. Visit the DAS website for additional information or contact staff at 617.373.2675.
University Health and Counseling Services
617.373.2772
UHCS@northeastern.edu
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The University Health and Counseling Services team is eager to serve you. We hope that you will use our center as a resource to help stay healthy, physically and mentally, and for care when you are ill or injured, depressed, or stressed.
24/7 Mental Health Support
Support and resources that help you find yourself, your peace of mind, and your distinctive path.
617.373.7591
wecare@northeastern.edu
The Office of Student Support Services & We Care assists students who are experiencing unexpected challenges to maintain their academic progress. The staff works with students to help them understand and explore their options, which may involve explaining university policy, providing resources and referrals, and coordinating among university offices. We Care also provides guidance to faculty and staff in identifying university resources and policies to help students succeed.
Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service
617.373.2728
csds@northeastern.edu
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The Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service serves and supports the diverse spiritual, religious, and social justice commitments of all Northeastern University community members. The center is home to the Sacred Space (200 Ell Hall), a beautiful award-winning spiritual area for worship, private contemplation and reflection, group meetings, dialogue, yoga, meditation, service projects, and special events.
CSDS sponsors over 25 student organizations representing the world’s spiritual, religious, and humanist traditions. The center builds partnerships across university departments and disciplines and with religious communities and public service agencies locally, nationally, and internationally to help students become engaged citizens, peace builders, and equipped as leaders to tackle pressing global problems.
For more information, visit the website, call 617.373.2728, submit an email, or visit 203 Ell Hall.
Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution
617.373.4390
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The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution administers the Code of Student Conduct and the student disciplinary process. The code establishes and defines Northeastern University community expectations for standards of behavior and responsibility, as well as rights and remedies provided to all university community members. The office is also responsible for the design, development, and implementation of the university mediation program.
Programs and services provided by the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution are designed to support the academic mission of the university by enhancing each student’s academic achievement and personal, ethical, and character development. These programs are intended to promote community standards of behavior; positive and productive conflict management and resolution; civility; respect for self; respect for others; and an appreciation for being a part of a diverse, flourishing community.