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This app helps students at a specific campus find others heading to the same destinations, whether for events, travel, or meals. It facilitates group coordination for transportation, including ride-sharing and public transit, and offers features for connecting with classmates and managing academic schedules.
✓Post or join travel plans
✓Coordinate group transportation
✓Split ride fares
✓Connect with classmates
✓View class schedules
✓Integrate with Canvas calendar
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What's New in NU Pool
1.2.7
October 28, 2026
Clubs can now have their own group chats: an e-board, a team, or any group you pick, right inside the club. Plus a faster start on slow Wi-Fi and lots of smaller fixes.
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What is NU Pool?
NU Pool is an independent, student-built application designed to help students at Northeastern's Oakland campus find and connect with others going to similar destinations. It facilitates group travel coordination and social planning.
How does NU Pool help with transportation?
NU Pool allows users to post or join 'Plans' for various destinations. It helps coordinate group transportation by enabling users to split ride fares, see live BART departures, and directly open Uber or Lyft from within the app.
Can I connect with classmates on NU Pool?
Yes, NU Pool allows you to find classmates by name and connect with them. You can also engage in private and group chats with your connections and see which plans or events they are attending.
Does NU Pool have ads?
No, NU Pool is ad-free. The app explicitly states that it does not have ads, nor does it track user location.
How is my account verified on NU Pool?
Every account on NU Pool is verified using a Northeastern email address. This helps ensure that users are indeed students at the campus.
What academic features does NU Pool offer?
NU Pool helps students manage their academic day by allowing them to add their class schedule for live countdowns to the next class. It also integrates with Canvas to show upcoming assignments and provides evening reminders for tasks due the next day.
Is NU Pool affiliated with Northeastern University?
NU Pool is an independent student project and is not officially affiliated with or endorsed by Northeastern University. The app does not provide drivers or process payments for rides.
What is the update frequency for NU Pool?
NU Pool was last updated on October 25, 2026, with version 1.2.2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting active development and maintenance.
