The Huntington News October 25, 2024
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NORTHEASTERN NAMED IN FINANCIAL AID LAWSUIT
Photo by Jessica Xing The Boston skyline seen above Northeastern’s Boston campus. A lawsuit alleges Northeastern and 39 other universities, including seven in Massachusetts, unfairly used the income and assets of students’ noncustodial parents to calculate financial aid.. By Zoe MacDiarmid | Deputy Campus Editor A class action lawsuit filed Oct. 7 against Northeastern and 39 other private universities alleges the institutions are overcharging students by requiring them to list the income of noncustodial parents in financial aid applications.
According to the lawsuit, brought by current Boston University student Maxwell Hansen and Cornell University alum Eileen Chang, the universities named in the complaint require applicants to list two parents when completing
financial aid documents through the College Scholarship Service, or CSS, portal. The income and assets of noncustodial parents are then allegedly used by the universities to calculate the amount of financial aid that will be awarded.
Students are required to list the income of two parents, even if one is a noncustodial parent, or NCP, and not expected to contribute to a student’s university education. The lawsuit says the practice presents unique difficulties for students who have two living
parents, but one is absent or not expected to financially contribute to their education. Schools decide individually whether to consider both parents in financial aid decisions if there is contact information for the NCP. SUED, on Page 4
By Kristina DaPonte, Claudie Bellanger, Darin Zullo Lifestyle and Deputy Lifestyle Editors
cafe also has locations in Audubon Circle in Fenway and Cleveland Circle in Brighton.
Oct. 25 to 27 is Family & Friends Weekend — a time when loved ones flock to Northeastern to explore the Boston campus and reunite with their students. There will be lots to do on campus, but in a city as bustling as Boston, the possibilities are nearly endless. To help, The News’ lifestyle editors have curated a list of restaurants, iconic spots and shopping scenes to check out with the family.
Darin’s food pick: Panza With so many Italian restaurants to choose from, Boston’s North End can be a little overwhelming at first. For some reasonably priced dinner fare, Panza is a perfect North End spot. The lively ambience, authentic Italian cuisine and wine selection all make this restaurant an ideal choice for a casual and relaxing weekend family dinner.
Kristina’s iconic Boston pick: Museum of Science The Museum of Science offers visitors an educational yet fun array of exhibits and activities. The museum covers the full spectrum of the sciences, from archaeology and anatomy to astronomy and animal science. It’s go big or go home at the Museum of Science — just ask its 65-million-year-old Triceratops fossil.
Claudie’s iconic Boston pick: The Charles River Esplanade For an early morning jog with mom or an afternoon family walk, head to the Charles River Esplanade. The Esplanade provides panoramic views of Cambridge, which serves as a great backdrop for a family photo. Docks and grassy spaces along the Esplanade provide a perfect spot for a picnic or to watch the sunset.
Darin’s iconic Boston pick: Boston Common and Boston Public Garden If your family is looking for a walk in the park, look no further than Boston Common. Encompassing 50 acres in the heart of the city, the park is an essential part of Boston’s history — it’s over 350 years old and part of the city’s famous Freedom Trail. For a more quiet setting, check out the neighboring Public Garden. Don’t forget to find a park bench by the water to recreate the famous scene from “Good Will Hunting.”
Kristina’s shopping pick: Newbury Street Back Bay is one of Boston’s best shopping neighborhoods, and the famed Newbury Street runs right down the middle. Shops such as Trident Booksellers & Cafe and the original Newbury Comics are housed in historic brownstone buildings, giving the street an aesthetic that mixes modernity with history. For people with a serious sweet tooth, visit Amorino for gelato and Mochi Dough for Japanese donuts.
Darin’s shopping pick: Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market Faneuil Hall has its own history as the meeting place of the Sons of Liberty, but nowadays, it’s also home to a lively shopping center. Located on Boston’s waterfront and featuring more than 80 businesses, there’s also plenty of places to grab lunch in the nearby Quincy Market. While you eat, be on the lookout for the musicians and street performers that often pop up on the cobblestone promenades.
Column: 9 places around Boston to bring the family for Family & Friends Weekend
Kristina’s food pick: Cafe Landwer Nestled in a cozy spot on Boylston Street is Cafe Landwer, a quaint restaurant serving up Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine in Back Bay. Retro decor and furniture give the spot a vintage feel, and the menu provides a delicious collection of all-day breakfast options, sandwiches and desserts. The
Claudie’s food pick: The Beehive While Barcelona Wine Bar may be the obvious South End choice, right down the street is The Beehive, a bustling restaurant and bar. The restaurant’s eclectic, artsy space hosts live music nearly every day and boasts an impressive menu. Don’t miss the whipped ricotta appetizer, and try the butternut squash risotto or roasted chicken for an entree.
Claudie’s shopping pick: Harvard Square Harvard Square is a bit of a hike from campus, but well worth the visit. For shopping, choose from big names like Anthropologie and Patagonia, or local favorites like the Harvard Book Store and The Attic vintage store. Parents will enjoy the architecture and good eats that Cambridge has to offer, such as Felipe’s Taqueria or Harvest. Plus, the bordering residential streets have beautiful foliage this time of year.
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