Honors Living Learning Communities (LLCs)

Creative Collective | Calling all artists, designers, makers, and collectors, this LLC is the home for everyone who shares a passion for creativity and making the world a more beautiful place. Students will do hands-on activities like pottery painting, DIY dorm design, and paint nights. They will also support local artists and learn about the entrepreneurial aspects of art making and selling by visiting craft fairs, art studios, and local markets.  

Explore Boston | Boston is a vibrant metropolitan area with rich history and culture and so much to see. The Explore Boston LLC will do a little bit of everything Boston has to offer, including things like visiting historical landmarks along the Freedom Trail, checking out Seaport and the New England Aquarium, ice skating on Boston Common, and much more. Along the way, LLC members may consider a variety of socio-cultural topics such as gentrification and differential access to resources as they learn about Boston’s many diverse neighborhoods.   

Film Crew | If your idea of a fun Friday night is grabbing some popcorn and checking out this year’s Oscar nominees or if you have ever waited up for a midnight premiere at a theater, then this LLC is for you. Members of the Film Crew LLC will watch films together and visit some unique theaters like Coolidge Corner in Brookline. They will also visit the sites of famous movies filmed in Boston and learn about the innovation, creativity, and hard work that goes into putting together this incredible art form.  

Foodies | Food brings people together on many different levels. Whether you consider yourself a “foodie,” like to try new things, or think that the keys to a great time are good friends and delicious food, this LLC is for you. Students uncover their inner foodie by preparing and sharing various cuisines found throughout Boston—all while learning about food from nutritional, social and cultural perspectives.  

Global Immersion | This LLC offers the chance to explore cultures of the world right here in the backyard of Northeastern’s campus. Whether it is the Italian restaurants in the North End, the thriving culture of Chinatown, or the Irish influences in Southie, Boston is home to a rich variety of cultural influences. This LLC may appeal to students coming to Boston from other countries, students who are excited to study or co-op abroad, or anyone who likes to immerse themselves in cultural fare and celebrations.  

Health and Wellness | Pursue a healthy mind, body, and spirit and embrace the values of holistic health and wellness. Students will explore dimensions of wellness, including social, occupational, physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Students may take a spin class together, check out a local restaurant that serves organic food, or de-stress for finals with a yoga class. Learning about what makes you happy, healthy, and connected to your body and others is what this LLC is all about. 

Hungry Minds | The Hungry Minds LLC offers a feast for the brain and belly. Students will enjoy monthly dinners with a variety of faculty members working at the cutting edge of their disciplines to address society’s greatest challenges. These stimulating exchanges will whet LLC members’ appetite to continue their passion for learning and intellectual conversations not only with other students in East Village at social events, but for the rest of their lives. 

Music Lovers | Whether you play an instrument, are part of a band, or just love curating the perfect Spotify playlist, Music Lovers LLC is the place to be for musicians and music enthusiasts alike. This LLC will attend concerts at a variety of venues such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Institute of Contemporary Art, and Berklee School of Music to experience music of all genres. They also may form their own jam sessions, visit the instrument exhibit at the MFA, attend and perform in on-campus events, and explore anything and everything music-related that Boston and the NU music scene have to offer.  

Sports Fans | Boston is home to some of the country’s most beloved and impressive sports teams. Members of the Sports Fans LLC will not only attend sporting events but will learn about the history of sports in Boston, visit the oldest baseball stadium in the country, and learn about the issues of race, economics, and social issues that affect athletes and sports fans alike. Even if you are a diehard New York Yankees fan, this LLC welcomes you to share your passion for sports with other students.  

Technology and Innovation | Boston is home to some of the most brilliant minds in technology and scientific innovation, and students in this LLC will get to explore their interests in the world of STEM and all that the city has to offer. Students might explore the world of Virtual Reality in collaboration with the Immersive Media Lab or check out an exhibit at the Museum of Science. They will also learn about the resources available in their fields at Northeastern and connect with other students and faculty who love science. 

How to Earn PAWS Points:

1. Each LLC member can take an active role in helping their LLC earn PAWS points by engaging in Honors Living Learning Community activities and reflecting on them. 
2. HLLAs and Coordinators will hold events and activities that LLC members can attend. At the conclusion of each experience, LLC members will be able to fill out the PAWS Point Survey.
3. The University Honors Program staff will review LLC members’ reflections and photos. For each reflection that is thoughtfully done, the LLC team will receive 5 points. For additional points, each student is allowed to submit one photo per event with at least 1 other member from their LLCs (who can be a coordinator). For each photo, a team will receive an additional 10 points. Only one photo per student will allow points. Other photos can be submitted but will not contribute to point values

The LLC with the most Paws points will win a group dinner for the entire community!

• For individual contributions, if your submission or photo is picked as the overall monthly winner, you will receive an individual prize pack and could be featured on the Honors Instagram page! There is no limit on how many months you can win.