Immigrant Rights Teach-In & Know Your Rights Presentation

Dear Students,

We want to bring your awareness to the Immigrant Rights Teach-In & Know Your Rights gathering that will be happening at the NYU School of Law on Monday, November 28, at 6:00pm. This event is open to both the NYU community and the public (so spread the word!).

Immigrant Rights Teach-In & Know Your Rights Presentation
Date: Monday, November 28
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Location: NYU School of Law, 40 Washington Square South
RSVP: here
Please join directly affected community members, allies, organizers, and lawyers from over 30 organizations as we gather to discuss how to prepare and defend immigrant communities.


*Interpreters will be made available based on need (please contact us for more information through the RSVP link above).

Check out the event on Facebook.

Thanksgiving Events Around NYC

Dear Students,

We know some of you will be hosting family and friends over the Thanksgiving holiday, so we have compiled a list of fun things to do around the city!

• For those of you who wish to give back over the holiday, consider joining Feeding NYC two days before Thanksgiving Day. By volunteering, you will help prepare, package, and deliver food to more than 35,000 NYC families in need. Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity.

• If you want to start celebrating early, make your way to the American Museum of Natural History to watch as the balloons are inflated for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Inflation takes place on Wednesday from 3:00-10:00pm. Click here to learn more.

• Now for the BIG event: The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! This is one of  NYC's most popular events of the year! Click here for the parade route. 

• Looking for vegetarian recipes for the holiday? Click here and here to discover something yummy!

• Interested in eating a vegetarian meal rather than cooking one yourself? Not a problem! Find out which vegetarian restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day by clicking here.

• For those of you who like shopping, NYC's biggest shopping day of the year falls on the day after Thanksgiving. Click here to find the list of stores that open early on Black Friday.

• Once Thanksgiving ends, it's Christmas time in the city! What better way to start off the holiday season than ice skating in Bryant Park? Click here to learn more about the Bryant Park Winter Village. 

• Interested in getting some fresh air and exercise after all that eating? Then join the Greenbelt Nature Center as they guide you on a 2.5 mile hike through Blood Root Valley Park. Click here for more details.

• Other fun events include The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, The New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker, Central Park Bike Tour + Photoshoot, and NYC Walking Tours.

Have a wonderful break!

Friday, November 18

Dear Students,

Thanksgiving break is nearly upon us! Until then, we hope you take advantage of the events listed below:

Chinatown Food Tasting Walking Tour

Date: Friday, November 18

Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm EST

Meeting point: 10:45 am in front of 383 Lafayette Street.

Do you want to explore the second oldest Chinatown in America? Then join NYU Chaplains and the Office of Global Services (OGS) for a walking tour of NYC’s very own Chinatown. Walk the winding streets of a neighborhood where 200 year old histories confront modernity on every corner. Awaken your senses to the sounds, sights and smells of the bustling area. Expect to taste traditional buns and sip aromatic teas… don’t forget to arrive hungry!

Cost: $5 per person, non-refundable, NYU students only.  The price includes a tour guide and a small portion of food and drink. You are free to try more food at your own expense. Reserve a spot here.

R.I.S.E. / O.G.S. THANKSGIVING DINNER

Date: Friday, November 18

Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Palladium MPR (140 East 14th Street, 3rd Floor)

Join R.I.S.E. (Residential International Student Engagement), O.G.S. (Office of Global Services), and other NYU students for a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner. We will be serving turkey, cooked ham, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed & sweet potatoes, gravy, dessert, and much more. You must RSVP for this event as we need to know how much food to order. Due to limited space, please select your preferred seating time. Email rise.reslife@nyu.edu if you have any questions and RSVP HERE. 

Networking--American Style

Date: Friday, November 18

Time: 10:00am-11:30am

Location: Furman Hall, 245 Sullivan St, Room 210

Networking is a powerful tool for students and practitioners. Networking can help you find a job, extend your business relationships, and gather information. However, networking strategies in the United States may differ from those employed in other countries. In this installment, students will learn how to network, American style. Topics will include networking principles, elevator pitch, and networking at events. Pizza will be provided! Click here for event details.

Monday, November 14

Dear Students,

We hope you enjoyed the weekend! Check out these events happening today and tomorrow:

Chinatown Food Tasting Walking Tour

Date: Monday, November 14

Time: 11:00am-1:00pm (meet at 10:45am)

Location: 383 Lafayette Street

Cost: $5 per person

Do you want to explore the second oldest Chinatown in the US? Then join NYU Chaplains and the Office of Global Services (OGS) for a walking tour of NYC’s very own Chinatown. Click here to see more dates and to reserve a spot.

Video Contest Submission Deadline

Date: Monday, November 14

Time: 12:00pm

Win a prize by submitting a video that documents any aspect of your experience studying outside your home country. Click here for event details.

AMC Thanksgiving Food Drive

Date: November 14 until November 23

Time: All day

Location: Click here for flyer with a list of locations.

The Community Service Committee of the AMC invites you to participate in its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.

Networking--American Style

Date: Tuesday, November 15

Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm

Networking is a powerful tool for students and practitioners. Networking can help you find a job, extend your business relationships, and gather information. However, networking strategies in the United States may differ from those employed in other countries. In this installment, students will learn how to network, American style. Topics will include networking principles, elevator pitch, and networking at events. Pizza will be provided! Click here for event details.

Wednesday, November 9

Dear Students,

We hope you check out some of the events going on today!

Global Virtual Career Fair: Internship & Job Opportunities in the US and Abroad

Date: Wednesday, November 9

Time: 8:00am-6:00pm

Location: Wasserman Center for Career Development

The virtual career fair will connect students at NYU’s 11 global academic centers to employers across the globe. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore spring and summer internships as well full-time jobs. This is a convenient and unique way to learn about part-time or full-time opportunities within the US and abroad. Participating employers will indicate their availability to connect one-one-one with a students from anywhere in the world. RSVP on NYU CareerNet. Click here for event details.

On-Campus Recruitment (OCR) Orientation

Date: Wednesday, November 9

Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm

Location: Wasserman Center for Career Development

Open to January, May and Summer graduates. Learn how to make the most of the OCR program and manage NYU InterviewNet. Mandatory for OCR participants. RSVP on CareerNet. Click here for event details.

What’s Next: Economics

Date: Wednesday, November 9

Time: 5:30pm

Location: Wasserman Center for Career Development

Curious about your career and academic options with a degree in Economics? Hear from a panel of professionals who studied Economics that are now working in a range of industries. RSVP on NYU CareerNet. Click here for event details.

Monday, November 7

Dear Students,

We hope you enjoyed your weekend! Here are two great events happening today and tomorrow:

Virtual Career Fair Prep Webinar

Date: Monday, November 7

Time: 12:30pm

Location: Wasserman Center for Career Development

Are you planning on attending the Virtual Career but don’t know how to prepare? This webinar will let you know what to expect with a virtual career fair and review how to best prepare. This seminar will also include resume best practices. RSVP on NYU CareerNet. Click here for event details.

Pitching Your Diverse Experience: Cover Letter Edition

Date: November 8

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

Location: Kimmel Center, Room 806

Companies and organizations seek out individuals who can collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and those who understand unique perspectives and differences. This workshop discusses how you can identify past experiences that showcase these key skills throughout your job or internship search and find new and existing opportunities to reinforce sought-after skill sets in diversity awareness and cultural understanding. Want to know how to discuss your abroad experience and language skills with an employer? Need tips on how to frame your cultural competency and student club activities in your cover letter? Bring a copy of your cover letter to the workshop for review after the program. RSVP on NYU CareerNet. Click here for event details.