Summer 2026 Events

All OGS events are open to all current Northeastern students unless otherwise noted. Continue to check back for additional events!

DIY Pressed Flower Lanterns

August 5th from 2:00-4:00 PM ET, Raytheon Amphitheater, Egan Research Center

Using pressed flowers, leaves, and other supplies, join the Office of Global Services for an afternoon where you can create a Pressed Flower Lantern. This is a great opportunity to tap into your creative energy, release stress, and connect with others. There will be snacks available!

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Whale Watch

August 6th from 11:15 AM - 5:30 PM, Boston Harbor

Join OGS to set sail on the whale watch experience of a lifetime aboard Boston Harbor City Cruises' New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Your destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground and one of the best places on the East Coast to spot whales, seabirds, the occasional shark, and a variety of other marine wildlife. Stellwagen is home to many species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks, and minkes. Every cruise features a New England Aquarium naturalist on board to share their expertise, answer your questions, and bring to life the fascinating behaviors of these truly magnificent mammals.

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Boston Sail 250: Tall Ships Sail

August 19 from 12:00-2:00 PM ET, Boston Harbor

The Tall Ships Sail has returned this summer! Come out for a day with us and sail around Boston Harbor aboard a classic schooner. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city streets and enjoy some quality time out on the water with unbeatable views of the city! Note: This is not an official tour, but feel free to ask your captain and the crew any questions and they’ll share their Boston knowledge!

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Alumni Mentors in Conversation: Life after Graduation

August 21 from 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. EDT, Virtual on Teams

What comes next after graduation? Join us for an engaging conversation with successful alumni who will share their experiences, practical tips, and insights on navigating life and career after graduation. Connect with fellow students, ask questions, and build your network along the way!

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Boston Tea Party Museum Tour

August 25 from 1:30-3:00 P.M. ET, Boston

The Boston Tea Party Museum is an interactive, high tech, floating museum. Unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before, this unique museum sits on a barge in the water, includes tours on restored tea ships and a stunning, interactive documentary that immerses you into the events that led up to the American Revolution.

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Past OGS Events

Annual Traditions

Every year you can look forward to special programming from OGS that celebrates annual traditions.

International Education Week

Every November, the Office of Global Services promotes a robust calendar of event programming across Northeastern University in celebration of International Education Week, a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, which promotes global education and exchange experiences.

With over 20,000 international students and scholars and hundreds of intercultural opportunities across the globe, Northeastern recognizes the interdependence among nations and values the diversity of our collective experiences, perspectives, and thoughts. This rich institution truly is greater than the sum of its parts.

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the U.S. and Canada, similar to other harvest festivals celebrated in countries all over the world. We at OGS want to make sure that you are included in this national tradition and that you feel at home on campus. Check this page to see what events will be offered in late November!

OGS Programming Pillars

Building Community   

The Office of Global Services serves the international student and scholar community throughout their journey at the university and beyond. Often, OGS is one of the first interactions students and scholars have with a department on campus. It is our goal to provide a home-away-from-home for our students and scholars and a welcoming community where students can be their authentic selves, as well as celebrate and embrace our students and scholars. Some examples include: 

  1. Global Student Mentor Program (GSM) 
  2. Events and programs for students to come together to explore and learn about their campus/surrounding areas, such as kayaking in the Charles River, and providing opportunities to learn about and celebrate holidays in their campus country, such as Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, etc. 
  3. Providing support to students and scholars during their transition to their campus country to create connections with campus resources, faculty, staff, and their peers 

  

Professional Skill Development      

The Office of Global Services aims to provide leadership development for the international student and scholar population to encourage skill building opportunities for their future. International students and scholars often have different cultural norms which can pose challenges in adjusting to the education or working system in their campus country. Through OGS programming, students and scholars can increase their skills needed to be successful in their program, the workplace, and more. Some examples include: 

  1. Serving as a Global Student Mentor (GSM) 
  2. Taking advantage of the International Education Series or student-led programming opportunities to develop and lead programming for peers 
  3. Participating in workplace preparation workshops

Intercultural Awareness/International Education  

The Office of Global Services programming aims to promote intercultural awareness and international education to the Northeastern community. Through student-led programming, OGS provides avenues for students to provide introductions to new cultures, allow opportunities for students to engage and learn about other cultures, promote global citizenship, and provide a sense of belonging for our international students and scholars. Some examples of this include: 

  1. OGS grant funded student programming. Events and programs for students to come together such as the Lunar New Year Carnival, Instant Noodle Night, Ultimate Chopstick Warrior, Nowruz, cultural shows, etc., creating entertaining ways to learn about and celebrate new countries or holidays.     
  2. International Education Series programming 
  3. Collaborations with campus partners such as Global Learner Support, Global Experience Office, Student Affairs, etc.    

  

Transition Programs 

Transition programming aims to support international students throughout their time at NU and in their host country. This programming will support students through the transition to their host country., a new education system, maintenance of status, mentorship, and more.  Some examples of transition programs include: 

  1. International Student Orientation 
  2. Pre-arrival and arrival webinars 
  3. The Global Student Mentor (GSM) program 
  4. Compliance and preparation workshops such as employment benefits, workplace preparation, etc. 
  5. Hosting International Student Townhalls where new international students can learn about student experiences at NU    

Photos from Past Events