This session will explore how to craft a professional introduction and apply it across various settings, both within academia and beyond. This includes conference environments and online platforms like websites and LinkedIn. Participants will have the opportunity to practice effective self-introduction techniques, develop essential networking skills, and learn how to...
Lace Padilla joined Northeastern University in 2023 as an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Psychology where she is a member of the Data Visualization Lab @Khoury. Her interests lie in the intersection between Information Visualization, Behavioral Decision Making, and Data Science. Her research on uncertainty communication explores how to...
This session will offer participants the chance to understand the importance of approaching collaborations and communications through a cross-cultural lens. The speakers will focus their discussion on academic advising, research, and industry communications and collaborations. Participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively and efficiently with various stakeholders in different situations,...
In this session, participants will be introduced to the SMART goal technique and other proven tips and strategies for managing procrastination effectively. They will also learn how to balance work, academic, and social commitments successfully. The session will provide practical tools that can be immediately applied to daily routines, helping...
In this comprehensive session, you'll discover the keys to a successful job search. We’ll start by exploring the importance of self-awareness to identify your VIPS—Values, Interests, Personality, and Skills/Strengths. You'll then learn how to define your job target and industry, setting the stage for a focused and effective search. The...
This session will offer participants the opportunity to explore strategies for identifying and overcoming common project management obstacles. The discussion will center on improving team dynamics, ensuring timely project delivery, and meeting expectations. Participants will learn methods to define project goals, establish timelines, and manage budgets to create a robust...
This session will offer an overview of the research life cycle, detailing the stages graduate students may engage in. Research is not a solitary effort, so we will also highlight resources available to support you, such as library assistance for literature reviews and guidance on maintaining ethical standards throughout the...
In this session, participants will learn effective presentation skills, from the initial planning stages to final delivery. The session will emphasize material review, slide creation, vocal techniques, and strategies for engaging the audience. Participants will also learn how to distill complex information into a cohesive narrative tailored to specific audiences,...
Implementation Spotlight! The COS Peer Advising Program The COS Peer Advising program connects undergraduate students with Peer Advisors, who have diverse global campus, research, extracurricular, and co-op experience, for guidance on topics like exploring minors, changing majors, time management, and the college experience as a whole. It also offers leadership...
Please join the College of Science for the first annual Week of Service - a week to collaborate, engage with our surrounding neighborhoods and communities, and use our privileges and abilities to support and uplift all. All Northeastern students, faculty, and staff are invited to participate in activities held throughout...