EXPERIENCE IS A TRANSFORMATIONAL FORCE
We know what it takes to make a difference—and how it feels. We live it every day. Each insight powers us past the next hurdle. Today, a vanguard of donors is driving Northeastern’s historic $1.75 billion campaign. With initiatives that span the globe, accelerating outcomes, we’re creating a better world right now.
Stories of Impact
Maren Robinson ’87 Legal Fellowship Established at The Roux Institute
Michael Robinson has established the Maren Robinson ’87 Legal Fellowship at Northeastern's Roux Institute, honoring the memory of his mother, a 1987 graduate of the School of Law and a lifelong advocate for the underserved.
Maren Robinson ’87 Legal Fellowship Established at The Roux Institute
Michael Robinson has established the Maren Robinson ’87 Legal Fellowship at Northeastern's Roux Institute, honoring the memory of his mother, a 1987 graduate of the School of Law and a lifelong advocate for the underserved.
A business built on hard work and kindness
Well known for his generous support of local nonprofit organizations, alum Ray Ciccolo reflects on his life and philanthropic journey.
Abby Eshghi, L’16, Simon Fischer, L’15, and the Mowafaghian Foundation Establish Northeastern Law Student Co-op Fund in Vancouver
Northeastern University School of Law has received a gift of $200,000 from the Mowafaghian Foundation to support law student co-ops at social justice organizations in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Experiencing East and West
Julian Wong, E'72, credits Northeastern's co-op program with shaping his global career bridging East and West. Now, through a $500,000 gift—the largest in Northeastern Vancouver's history—he's helping graduate fellows gain the same cross-cultural perspective that changed his life.
Kimberly Eddleston receives high honor for entrepreneurship teaching and research
Professor Eddleston has been inducted as a Justin G. Longenecker Fellow by the U.S. Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Mindfulness changed her life. Now she’s changing classrooms
From personal healing to purpose, Lee Sowles, Roux Founder Residency'25, launched Kind Mind to bring mindfulness and wellbeing practices to children, teachers and families. She recently won a 2025 Women Who Empower Innovator Award.










