Fall 2025 Events

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

First -Gen Alumni Panel: Rewriting Success & Mixer

November 6th from 4:00-6:00pm, virtual on Teams (in-person is full)

Hear from inspiring first-gen alumni who have carved their own unique paths at the First-Gen Alumni Panel & Mixer!

Attend on Teams

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Webinar

November 14 from 2:00-3:00pm ET

Are you an F-1 student who is thinking about applying for a Co-op or internship soon? It’s important to make sure that you understand what it means for F-1 students to engage in off-campus experiential activities. Come learn everything you will need to know about obtaining the necessary work authorization so that you will be all set to head out and get that practical work experience!

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Optional Practical Training (OPT) Webinar

November 14 from 3:00-4:00pm ET

This event is open to current Northeastern students graduating in December. Are you an F-1 international student and thinking about applying for post-completion OPT? If so, then this is the event for you! It’s important to make sure that you fully understand what post-completion OPT is and how to maintain your F-1 status after you graduate. Come learn everything you need to know about the OPT application process and obtaining the necessary work authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

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Travel Signature Session

November 18 from 1:00-2:30pm, Egan 440

Traveling over Thanksgiving or the Winter break? Make sure you have a valid travel signature! All students are required to have a valid travel signature on their most recent I-20/DS-2019 when returning to the U.S. Travel signatures are valid for 1 year from the date your I-20/DS-2019 was signed for current students and scholars, or 6 months for students on OPT, STEM Extension, or Academic Training. Not sure if you need a travel signature? You can find more information on the OGS website. Signatures will be given on the spot after successful screening.

Register here

Home Away From Home

November 18 from 4:30-6:30pm ET

Home Away from Home is an opportunity for international graduate students and local Boston community members to connect in a social setting to enhance the Boston experience for both long-time residents and Northeastern students. The goal of this program is to provide a way for students to build a sense of community in Boston and foster connections with local residents involved in our neighborhoods and campus community. Participants will have the opportunity to share their culture and learn a new culture through this exchange.

Sign-up here!

Faux DSO (Designated School Official)

November 19 from 2:00-3:00pm, Egan 440

Ever wonder what the DSOs (Designated School Official) look for when they’re reviewing your e-form requests? Come meet some DSOs and step into their shoes! You will be given several cases to review to see if you can find which ones have potential status violations and learn more about how DSOs handle these types of situations. This event is specifically for F-1 students. There will be cookies, coffee and prizes!

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International Tea & Crafting around the World

November 20th from 12:45-2:45pm, Egan 440

Take a break and join us for a cozy, creative afternoon! Enjoy tea from around the world while exploring hands-on crafts that celebrate global artistry. Find you art station: - World landscape coloring - Mandala coaster painting - Origami-making - Holiday-themed wind chime and bookmark crafting

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Kahoot International Trivia (Virtual)

November 21 from 2:00-2:45pm ET, Virtual on Zoom and Kahoot

Test your international knowledge in this fun game of trivia. It's just for fun although there will be a prize for the winners!

Attend on Zoom

Thanksgiving Gratitude Tabling

Monday, November 24 from 3:00-4:30pm, Campus Crossroads

There is so much to be thankful for. Stop by Campus Crossroads and participate in a quick gratitude activity while enjoying some treats. Registration not required.

Past Events from this Semester

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. Beyond Borders events to bring international and domestic students together to share common experiences and to learn about different countries and opportunities to study or learn abroad. 
  4. 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
  2. International Education Series programming 
  3. Collaborations with campus partners such as Global Learner Support, Global Experience Office, Student Affairs, etc.    
  4. Events and programs for students to come together such as the Lunar New Year Carnival, Instant Noodle Night, Ultimate Chopstick Warrior, Norooz, cultural shows, etc., creating entertaining ways to learn about and celebrate new countries or holidays     

  

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