What is a Student Interest Group?
A Student Interest Group, or SIG, is a group of students who have come together around a common interest. SIGs are not recognized as official student clubs by the student government body at Northeastern University, but they are student groups that are started and ratified on the Silicon Valley campus. The Student Services office will keep a list of all currently ratified SIGs and their Officers.
Active Student Interest Groups
ACM-W
NEU, Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley Campus ACM-W student chapter aims to build a supportive community for women in all aspects of the computing field.
Contact
Songting Yang yang.song@northeastern.edu
Adobe Club at Northeastern
The Adobe Club is dedicated to providing a platform for students to explore, experiment, and excel in the world of digital creativity. Join us!
Contact
Maalavika Manjunatha manjunatha.m@northeastern.edu
Kaustubha Eluri eluri.k@northeastern.edu
Le (Maria) Cai cai.le1@northeastern.edu
AI & Data Club
Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application for the student community by providing practical skills in data science & AI, fostering innovation and collaboration with industry professionals through hands-on projects and networking opportunities.
Contact:
Shreevidhya Shambanna shambanna.s@northeastern.edu
Harshika Santoshi santoshi.h@northeastern.edu
Rohan Benjamin Varghese varghese.roh@northeastern.edu
Dharun Suryaa Nagarajan nagarajan.dh@northeastern.edu
Artful Huskies
At Artful Huskies, our mission is to build a vibrant and supportive community for art and creativity. We offer a welcoming space where both experienced artists and beginners can come together to grow and thrive in their passion for art.
Aspiring Product Managers Club
Our mission is to nurture and empower the next generation of product managers and leaders by cultivating a dynamic learning environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, culture and excellence.
Visit our website
Bay Area Golf Club
The purpose of Golf Club is to connect and network through the enjoyment of playing golf. We will use golf as a medium to facilitate networking that is organic, authentic, and natural by connecting students and industry professionals through a relatively leisurely and social game that facilitates conversations between participants.
Contact
Chieh-Han Chen (Aaron) chen.chiehh@northeastern.edu
Deo Gracias Ong (Gio) ong.d@northeastern.edu
Google Developer Student Club
The Google Developer Student Club (GDSC) is a community where students from all disciplines can learn, share, and grow together in the field of technology. We host workshops, hackathons, and projects, focusing on Google technologies, to help students build practical skills and connect with like-minded peers. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned developer, GDSC is a great place to expand your knowledge and network.
Hi!King
Hi!King club is dedicated to connecting NEU students through outdoor activities— hiking, BBQs, camping, and more! Join us whether you are seeking fitness, meeting new friends, or exploring the nature.
Husky Moves
Join Husky Moves – where dance brings everyone together! Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned pro, our fun, inclusive dance sessions will get you moving. Explore different styles, learn new moves, and connect with students from all backgrounds. It’s all about the joy of dancing, so come join us, have a blast, and feel the rhythm!
Contact
Preeti Jain : jain.preet@northeastern.edu
Nandita Damle: damle.n@northeastern.edu
Multimedia Information Group
The Multimedia Information Group (MIG) is for students interested in Data Science and Machine Learning research and is a platform to be aware of the ongoing research on campus, understand the research process, and encourage proposals and participation in new projects.
NU AIG (Algorithm Interactive Gaming)
NU AIG aims to make complex concepts like sorting, greedy algorithms, and dynamic programming accessible and engaging. We focus on designing, implementing, and testing educational games. By blending game design with computer science education, NU AIG strives to create a learning experience where algorithms are interactive, enjoyable, and enriching.
NU Game
Our student interest group is dedicated to the exciting world of gaming. We believe gaming transcends boundaries, uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds and interests. Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant community of designers, creators, and programmers who share a passion for everything related to gaming.
Contact
Email: nugamesv@outlook.com
NU PM
Project Management
The primary objective of Northeastern University’s Project Management Student Organization is to provide a platform or community to share knowledge and gain experience by hosting events and workshops. The vision of NUPM is to inspire students and continue to share ideas and information related to the project management field without any barriers. This organization also provides peer-to-peer support and mentoring to all Project Management Students.
Contact
Preeti Jain jain.preet@northeastern.edu
Jussara Oliveira Barbosa oliveirabarbosa.j@northeastern.edu
NU Readers Book Club
Whether you’re a lifelong book lover or simply curious to dive into new ideas, our book club has something special for you. We bring together passionate discussions and thought-provoking summaries, so even if you’re short on time, you can still experience the joy of literature. At NU Readers Book Club, we’re all about sparking a genuine love for reading, exploring the depth and beauty of life’s complexities, and celebrating the richness of diversity and inclusion through every page we turn.
Contact
Himalaya Dua dua.him@northeastern.edu
Kiruthiga Muralidharan muralidharan.ki@northeastern.edu
NuXR
NuXR’s mission is to create awareness about XR(Extended reality – AR/MR/VR) , help and encourage students to start development in the XR space.
Contact
Changxu (Gloria) Wei
wei.chan@northeastern.edu
Sohita Sasubilli
sasubilli.so@northeastern.edu
Shiran Wang
wang.shira@northeastern.edu
Inactive Student Interest Groups
Please reach out to SVStudentServices@northeastern.edu if you are interested in restarting one of these formerly active SIGs.
Black Engineering Students Society SV
The BESS mission is to form a network for and solidarity among student engineers to ensure that they would stay in the field.
Data Club
Data Club, San Jose, seeks to provide a space for all students, staff, and faculty interested in data to come together and build community through meetings, events, and social engagements.
NU PWR: Professional Womxn’s Roundtable
Our mission is to support NU womxn (students, staff, faculty) by providing a safe, encouraging and useful space for womxn to share ideas, teach and develop skills across disciplines.
Public Interest Technology Group
We are a forum for students to engage in conversations, academic inquiries, and experiential learning opportunities at the intersection of technology and society.
Silicon Valley
Hackers Club
Silicon Valley Hackers Club is a dynamic and passionate community of like-minded individuals who share a common interest in software development. Whether you’re an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned expert, our club offers a platform to learn, collaborate, and thrive. Visit our website to join us!
Code Guardians
We empower students to become digital defenders. Master secure coding, tackle real-world challenges, and network with industry pros. Join us to build your skills, secure your future, and protect tomorrow’s technology. Code smarter, guard stronger with Code Guardians.
Ultimate and Flag Football Club
Interested in starting a new SIG?
What are the requirements to start a SIG?
What are the requirements to start a SIG?
- Student Interest Groups (SIGs) must be open to all Northeastern Silicon Valley students who are interested in the topic and may not be restricted by college enrollment, program of study, social identity, etc.
- Confirm that a SIG does not already exist around the same topic. If there is a similar SIG, we will ask the Officers to clarify how the new SIG would be differentiated.
- There needs to be at least two SIG Officers to initiate and lead the group, and all SIG Officers must be current Silicon Valley students. At least one of the Officers must have two academic terms left as a student on the Silicon Valley campus.
- SIG Officers must be committed to hosting at least two events per academic term and have plans for maintenance and transition of the SIG each academic year.
How do I initiate the SIG proposal process?
To start a new SIG, one of the Officers must submit a proposal including:
- Proposed SIG Name
- SIG Mission Statement
- What is the objective of your SIG and how will you achieve it? Please describe in 100 words or less.
- SIG Advisor
- Advisor must be a full-time faculty or staff member from Silicon Valley campus. If SIG has not found an advisor at the time of proposal submission, it is okay to submit without one.
- Contact Information of at least two SIG Leaders
- Name
- Email address
- College and Program of Study
- Anticipated graduation month and year
- List of 3 event ideas your SIG would like to put on each year
- These are meant to be proposals of events so that Student Services can get an understanding of the SIG’s scope and goals. These can be tentative and may change according to the SIG’s plans and needs.
What are the benefits of starting or joining a SIG?
SIGs can:
- Coordinate events of their own that will create a community among students with common interests
- Grow leadership and communication skills
- Foster connections among students to improve engagement and student experiences
What resources do I have to start and maintain a successful SIG?
Student Services and the SIG Advisor will be available to guide the SIG to success. Some of the ways we do this are:
- Provide opportunity for recruitment during Student Involvement Fair in September and January
- Have regular check-ins to make sure the SIG is following its mission and goals
- Help connect SIG with the right resources
- Provide leadership development workshop opportunities
- Support the SIG’s marketing needs by sharing event flyers on campus communication channels
- Provide access to funding through Office for Student Services (Funding requests will be approved upon review.)
Questions?
Contact Elly Lim, Assistant Director of Student Services, at e.lim@northeastern.edu.