Spotlight Stories
Oct 16, 2025
Designing and Developing Intelligent Systems
Arslan Parkar, MS’26, information systems, at Northeastern, has been at the forefront of designing and developing innovative projects that create solutions using AI to address complex problems.
Oct 16, 2025
Addressing Problems by Leveraging AI and Machine Learning
Vrushti Nilesh Shah, MS’26, information systems, decided to deepen her technical expertise by coming to Northeastern. Throughout her time in her master’s program, she has developed ambitious projects and completed complex coursework that have strengthened her skills and abilities.
Oct 10, 2025
From Lab to Startup: How the LEADERs Program Opened New Pathways for Mechanical Engineering PhD Candidate Zihao Meng
Zihao Meng, PhD’25, mechanical engineering, has developed his professional and leadership skills through the LEADERs program to have a successful, long-lasting career in any path he chooses.
Oct 07, 2025
Fostering Your Interests Through Endless Exploration
Michael Nunes, E’25, mechanical engineering, MS’26, robotics, has always loved building and creating. From woodworking with his grandfather to studying mechanical engineering at Northeastern, Nunes has fostered his fervor for engineering with two remarkable co-ops and his involvement in engineering-focused student organizations.
Oct 03, 2025
Life Experiences Sparks Interest in Improving Medical Industry
Chloe Shanebrook-Wein, E’26, bioengineering and biochemistry, has had many personal and academic experiences that have impacted her future career aspirations. Now that she is about to graduate, she is ready to apply her engineering background to the medical industry to improve the lives of society.
Oct 01, 2025
Embarking on a Career in AI and Machine Learning
Abhishek Uddaraju, MS’25, robotics, is preparing to graduate in December and finish his academic journey at Northeastern. He is excited to apply the knowledge he has gained throughout the robotics program and his innovative research co-op to a long-lasting career in AI and machine learning.
Oct 01, 2025
Studying Bioengineering to Make a Difference
Aaron Chen, E’27, bioengineering, is starting his third year of undergraduate studies and is already making the most of his academic experience. From participating in an engaging research co-op and collaborating on meaningful projects in Forge, Chen enjoys exploring the bioengineering field and taking advantage of career-advancing opportunities to develop impactful medical devices one day.
Sep 29, 2025
PhD Student Attends Climate Week in New York City
Aayushi Mishra, PhD’28, interdisciplinary engineering, in Northeastern University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the inaugural Lizzy Warner Fellow, recently attended Climate Week NYC. This year’s Climate Week was […]