The Co-op Coordinator
If a student is relocating for a semester for co-op, the co-op coordinator within their college will be the main contact throughout the process of securing a co-op.
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The co-op coordinator will advise students throughout the process of applying, interviewing, and accepting the position, as well as function as the main contact for the students in terms of ensuring all university requirements are met for the co-op (in conjunction with their academic advisor).
Global Experience Office
The Global Experience Office (GEO) provides student support and logistics for all of Northeastern’s global programs, including a few programs that send students beyond Boston domestically.
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These programs include the Dialogue of Civilizations and Semester In. GEO advises students on the logistics and requirements for these programs.
Northeastern Community: Faculty, Staff, Peers and Alumni
Students should utilize their Northeastern Community by talking to their professors and peers. People within thus community may have traveled to the destination before.
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Northeastern is home to a wide and abundant network of faculty, staff, and students. Students should network, network, network with as many people as possible throughout their time here. Oftentimes the best, and most reliable, resource for finding housing comes from a connection. Local alumni located in their future co-op location may also provide sound advice.
University Health and Counseling Services
University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) offers support, information, and response to Mental and Medical Health concerns.
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Resources by Location: This page provides medical, urgent care, primary care and mental health resources by location. For information about alcohol and other drug resources, check out the Office of Prevention and Education at Northeastern.
24/7 Urgent mental health support is available through a partnership with Uwill to all full time students. Call 877.233.9477 (U.S.), 855-229-8797 (Canada), +1.781.457.7777 (International) to speak with a licensed therapist.
Find@Northeastern
Support and resources that help you find yourself, your peace of mind, and your distinctive path.
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24/7 Support through Find@Northeastern
+1.877.233.9477 (U.S.)
855.229.8797 (Canada), or
+1.781.457.7777 (International)
Viva Engage Community
If you’re headed outside of Massachusetts for co-op, join our Viva Engage Community to meet other students relocating for co-op or other academic programs.
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The group has helped students find roommates, connections, subleases, and other housing opportunities.
Northeastern Global Safety and Support Network
Northeastern Global Safety and Support Network provides travelers with referrals for local healthcare service providers, travel warnings, and emergency assistance services 24-hours a day.
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They also provide a wealth of information that will assist in pre-travel planning. Visit their website to learn more about safety while travelling abroad and pre-departure orientation. Click HERE for additional information.
WeCare
The WeCare program is a support system for students during times of difficulty or challenge.
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They are a network of administrative offices, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to helping students address and solve problems so they can reach their full potential. WeCare partners with many programs and departments across the Northeastern campus, allowing them to provide support services for a wide variety of challenges, from interpersonal problems and academic concerns to medical or mental health issues and personal tragedies. Should an issue arise while a student is outside of Boston, WeCare can assist the student address and solve the problem in the best way possible.
Office for University Equity and Compliance (Title IX)
The Office for University Equity and Compliance (OUEC) leads efforts to maintain the University’s compliance with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to anti-discrimination, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Title IX.
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The OUEC is responsible for investigating and resolving all complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation at Northeastern, including in the United States or abroad.
Disability Access Services
Disability Access Services serves Northeastern students who have documented disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA) of 2008.
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Under this definition, a person with a disability is one with a physical, mental, emotional, or chronic health impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity.
Our staff members regularly work with students who have a variety of types of disabilities, including:
- AD(H)D
- Asperger’s Syndrome and related disorders
- Chronic and degenerative disorders
- Hearing loss
- Learning disabilities
- Mobility impairments
- Psychiatric disorders
- Traumatic or acquired brain injuries
- Vision impairment
- Pregnancy & Parenting