Whether by presidential decree, admonition of a professor, or friendly reminder from a coach, Northeastern's philosophy of learning by doing nurtures the endless possibilities suggested so strongly by President Clinton in that memorable commencement address. As a unique microcosm of university life, Northeastern's student-athletes participate in the challenge of personal growth and discovery that defines cooperative education. Student-athletes from 19 men's and women's varsity teams represent a full university menu of seven schools and colleges and some 12,750 undergraduates. Coeducational and nonsectarian, Northeastern is a comprehensive private university. I teams as members of America East, the Atlantic 10, Hockey East Association and Eastern College Athletic Conference.
Northeastern students are also talented performers.
For example, just take in a play by the Silver Masque, a concert by the NU Choral Society, or a varsity athletic contest. Whatever the motivation for getting involved, participation leads to new skills and growth. When students push for student government reform, they polish their negotiation skills. Disc jockeys for WRBB-FM and writers for the Northeastern News discover that successful communication demands a knowledge of the audience. But with more than 170 student organizations, students don't need to be superstars to find their own platforms for self-expression.