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Psychology
My Co-op Experience: CARE Lab at McLean Hospital
Psychology major Yolanda Whitaker discusses her time at the Behavioral Health Partial Program, learning the ins and outs of EEG's and working with patients first-hand.
May 18, 2020
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
A Chemistry Co-op’s Field Guide to Mentorship
As an undergrad, co-op Noah Bissonnette never thought he'd get published or run independent experiments. Then he met the right mentors.
March 27, 2020
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
The Secret Formula That Will Keep Your Produce Fresher
Chemistry major Kevin Coghlan is on co-op developing silk-based solutions to extend the shelf life of foods at Cambridge Crops.
December 18, 2019
Marine and Environmental Sciences
When You Can’t Imagine Living in a City Again
At VerdEnergia, farm systems are designed to match the specific natural characteristics of the ecosystem. These kinds of systems tend to be more self supporting than conventional agriculture.
November 04, 2019
Marine and Environmental Sciences
Giant Eels and Rare Penguins: Co-ops get a Crash Course in Marine Science
Co-ops at the New England Aquarium get to interact with fascinating ocean animals from around the world. But they have to put in a lot of hard work first.
May 29, 2019
Biology
Lions, and Cheetahs, and Co-ops (Oh My!)
Some students go for the practical co-op. Others are looking to pursue their passions. Third year biology major Julie Dobkin asks: Why choose?
April 29, 2019
Linguistics
What It’s Like to Co-op in the Heart of Mongolia
Cameron Clark, a second year linguistics student, is currently on his first Co-op as an English teacher, working for Santis Educational Services in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
March 19, 2019
Biology
Building the Perfect Co-op, Cell by Cell
Second year cell and molecular biology student Ella Brunsting designed her own co-op, ultimately placing her in Belgium at the GIGA Institute.
February 13, 2019
Biology, Psychology
The Science (and Co-ops) Behind Boston Beer
An exploration of Boston Beer Company's R&D Brewery, through the eyes of three College of Science co-ops.
January 18, 2019
Biochemistry
Cancer research co-op opens the door to medical school for this student
Biochemistry student Brian Cortese found mentorship, experience, and opportunities through the CaNCURE program.
November 14, 2018
Linguistics, Psychology
Co-op student works to support young girls coping with trauma
James Evans is a linguistics and psychology major who is spending his co-op helping young girls in Uganda who have survived abuse or neglect. Learn about his experience here.
October 01, 2017
College of Science
Student combines linguistics & psychology in international co-op
Hannah Powers had a very busy spring in Germany while on co-op at the University of Kaiserlautern.
July 08, 2016
Behavioral Neuroscience
Instagram Takeover: Brain Awareness Week with COS NEURONS
Sacha Sergent, public relations officer of the Northeastern University Researchers of Neuroscience club, shares her experience as a neuroscience major. She will highlight Brain Awareness Week during her upcoming Instagram Takeover Wednesday, March 9.
February 24, 2022
Biology
Instagram takeover: Bryanna Testino
Bryanna Testino a current CaNCURE Research Assistant co-op at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along: @northeasterncos. What is your major? I’m a third-year cell and molecular biology major on a pre-med track with a minor in business administration. What inspired you to pursue this combination of studies? What career […]
December 09, 2021