Level Up Your LinkedIn
Event Details:
Date: Friday, February 7th
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM or 1:15PM to 3:15PM
Location: GSB 101
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Level Up Your LinkedIn: Build a Profile That Stands Out!
Attention first-year students! Are you ready to kickstart your professional journey and make your LinkedIn profile shine ahead of Trek Days? Join us for a hands-on LinkedIn Workshop designed to help you create a polished, professional, and optimized profile that grabs attention and opens doors.
🌟 What You’ll Gain:
Expert guidance to craft a compelling LinkedIn profile.
Insider tips on making a memorable personal pitch.
A free professional headshot to complete your profile.
Schedule:
The Profile Primer: Early Edition
Welcome and Introduction (10:00 – 10:10 AM)
Professional LinkedIn Profile Guidance (10:15 – 11:00 AM)- – led by Stephen Rando, Talent Acquisition & Executive Recruiting and his team
Interactive Personal Pitch Development (11:00 AM – 11:45 PM) led by Professor Kate Karniouchina
Professional Headshots for both sections (11:45 PM – 1:15 PM)
The Profile Primer: Late Edition
Welcome and Introductions 1:15PM -1:25PM
Professional LinkedIn Profile Guidance (1:25 – 2:00 PM)- led by Stephen Rando, Talent Acquisition & Executive Recruiting and his team
Interactive Personal Pitch Development(2:00Pm- 2:45 PM)- Led by Professor Leslie Leach
Empowering Change through Radical Care
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, November 21st
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Lisser Theater
Proudly co-sponsored by the Center for Transformative Action (CTA) at Northeastern University, join us for the Mills Institute’s first inaugural conference, Empowering Change through Radical Care. This event promises to be an enlightening experience, featuring sessions with Dean Spade, Tamara Kneese, and Aquilina Soriano-Versoza, who will explore the vital role of care in community and organizational practices.
The conference aims to unite Bay Area scholars, activists, and professionals in care-work to foster learning and inspire new collaborations centered around radical care strategies. Through engaging discussions and thoughtful sessions, participants will gain profound insights into how we can collectively nurture environments of support and resilience.
Hosted by the Mills Institute and emphasizing our commitment to advancing racial and gender justice and building stronger communities through caring and inclusive actions, this event is a cornerstone for those dedicated to transformative care.
For registration and more details, please visit our event page. We look forward to seeing you there!
Post-Election Local Impact Summit 2024
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, November 13th
Time: 6 to 7:30 PM
Location: Room 101 Lokey Graduate School of Business
Featuring: Insightful panels with Professors Mark Henderson and Adam Parker along with other distinguished experts.
Join us at Northeastern University for a crucial discussion on the implications of recent electoral outcomes. This summit provides a unique opportunity to explore how the latest local and state elections will influence public policy, urban governance, and community services. Engage with leading experts in the field, including Professors Mark Henderson and Adam Parker, as they unpack the electoral results and forecast future trends.
Snuggle
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, November 13th
Time: 1 to 3:00 PM
Location: F. W. Library entrance
Featuring: 2 Huskies and their handlers from Norsled
Join us at the Olin W. Library entrance on Wednesday, November 13th, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM for a special visit with two friendly huskies and their handlers from Norsled! As Northeastern’s beloved mascot, huskies hold a special place in our hearts, and this event is a unique chance to meet real-life representatives of our school spirit. Stressed about classes or just need a break? These fluffy campus VIPs are here to help you “paws” and relax—because nothing says “goodbye stress” like a husky hug! Come by, take photos, enjoy some furry companionship, and learn about Norsled’s mission in rescuing northern-breed dogs. Don’t miss this chance to unwind and celebrate our husky pride on campus!
The Legacy of the Black Panther Party
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Time: 3 PM
Location: Danforth Lecture Hall
Join us on October 17th at 3 PM at the Danforth Lecture Hall for a compelling event co-sponsored by the Center for Transformative Action. “The Legacy of the Black Panther Party: A Conversation with Robyn C. Spencer-Antoine, Billy X Jennings, and Ife Tayo Walker” promises to offer profound insights into the enduring influence of the Black Panther Party. This event will provide an opportunity for attendees to engage directly with distinguished speakers and explore a specially curated selection from Jennings’ extensive archive, which captures the essence and ongoing impact of this pivotal movement in civil rights history. Don’t miss this chance to connect with history and community in a meaningful dialogue.
VP Debate Watch
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, October 1st
Time: 6 to 7:30 PM
Location: Rothwell Theater and Adams Plaza
Gear up for an exciting evening at the Rothwell Theater and Adams Plaza as we host the Vice Presidential Debate Watch on Tuesday, October 1st! From 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, engage with the community, enjoy complimentary food and drinks, and delve into the policies that shape our nation. Sponsored by various departments including Politics, Philosophy and Economics, the Division of Student Life, the Education, Business & Social Sciences Units, and the Center for Transformative Action, this event promises vibrant discussions and deeper insights into the vice presidential candidates’ platforms. Don’t miss out on this pivotal moment in our democratic process—join us for a night of critical engagement and lively debate
Presidential Debate Watch
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, September 10
Time: 6 PM
Location: Rothwell Theater
Hosted by: Politics, Philosophy, and Economics Program
Join us at the Presidential Debate Watch Event, co-hosted by Assistant Teaching Professor Alec Stubbs, Oakland PPE Program Coordinator, and Assistant Professor Sahar Abi-Hassan. The Center for Transformative Action is proud to support this event, which aligns with our mission of encouraging civic engagement and nurturing informed, critical thinkers in our community.
For further information or accommodations, please contact: a.stubbs@northeastern.edu
VOTER EMPOWERMENT 2024
Event Details:
Date: Monday, September 30
Time: 6 PM
Location: Lisser Hall
Mills College at Northeastern University invites students, faculty, staff, and our local communities to attend this important panel discussion on critical issues surrounding voting rights and nonpartisan activism. Host for the evening, Professor Jaci Urbani, Associate Professor of Education, will introduce the panelists, all experts on voter suppression and strategies for protecting voter rights. Highlights from the documentary “Rigged: The Voter Suppression Playbook,” will be included to examine tactics of voter suppression during the 2016 election. We recommend viewing this 72-minute movie on YouTube prior to the event.
Doctoral Student Christina Rodriguez will moderate our panel discussion and Q & A with representatives from:
- American Issues Initiative
- CA Poor People’s Campaign
- CA Black Power Network
- Coleman Advocates
- The League of Women Voters Oakland
- VoteForward
There will be multiple opportunities for voter registration and activism, including tabling by TurboVote, VoteForward, Postcards to Swing States, and CA Poor People’s Campaign.
Policy Equity for All: Advancing Economic & Workforce Development Opportunities
Event Details:
Date: Friday and Saturday, March 29th to 30th
Location: The Block Community Space, 1955 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
The Community to Community (C2C) Impact Engine at Northeastern University, in collaboration with the Center for Transformative Action (CTA) at Mills College, invites you to a pivotal conference focusing on economic and workforce development opportunities. This event will convene community organizations, policymakers, educators, and students to advance equitable green economies, expand youth employment, and explore housing strategies. Join us to deepen trust and goodwill among diverse sectors and engage with over 30 expert speakers who are shaping the future of policy and community development.
Key Features:
- Panel discussions on Climate, Jobs, Youth Opportunities, Housing, and Entrepreneurship.
- Networking with policymakers and community leaders.
- Insightful sessions led by experts including Dr. Kimberly Mayfield, Sofia Navarro, and many more.
Objective: To provide resources, expand programs, and build effective communities of practice that support thriving and equitable development.
Registration and More Information: visit the event page
EmpowerEd: Celebrating Women’s History Month with a Social Entrepreneurship Workshop
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, March 27th
Time: 9AM to 3 PM
Location: Room 101 Lokey Graduate School of Business
Join us for a dynamic Social Entrepreneurship Workshop and Mini Pitch Competition in celebration of Women’s History Month. This event, aimed at 75 high school girls from the East Bay area school districts, focuses on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Students will form teams to craft innovative solutions for sustainability issues, fostering leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking. The workshop will culminate in a pitch competition where students present their sustainable social enterprises. Celebrate and empower young women to become future leaders in social entrepreneurship!
This event aims to expose students to educational and career opportunities in social entrepreneurship, introduce them to the ecosystem, enhance their leadership and presentation skills, and provide a platform for feedback and iteration in developing their ideas