NYU Global Leadership Summit Highlights

 NYU GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2016
TAKING ACTION ON THE EUROPEAN REFUGEE CRISIS



Global issues like the European Refugee Crisis demonstrate that the challenges of the 21st century are simply too large and complex to be solved by a select group of people. This past May, the NYU Global Leadership Summit: Taking Action on the European Refugee Crisis invited undergraduate students to think critically about this global challenge and to develop the skills needed to take action and create meaningful impact.

Summit participants engaged with peers from across NYU campuses and worked with leadership development experts, thought leaders, and international policy makers to examine the Refugee Crisis from a "systems" perspective. Click here to watch the opening panel in which the group discusses the context in which the crisis developed, its underlying issues and the interactions between key players.

Moderated by Melody Barnes, NYU Vice Provost for Global Student Leadership Initiatives, the featured panelists were:

• Magda Faltová, Director, Association for Integration and Migration
• Michael Popp, European Migration Coordinator, Federal Ministry of the Interior in Germany
• Khalid Latif, University Chaplain, Global Spiritual Life and Executive Director, Islamic Center at New York University

Hear from the student participants themselves about the highlights and key takeaways from the Summit!

Want to join the conversation? Tweet @nyuleads and share your thoughts! 

Nominations for Making a Difference Awards

On Sunday, September 25, 2016, NYU will inaugurate Andrew Hamilton as its 16th president. The ceremony will be the culmination of a week-long series of special events celebrating the NYU community and showcasing the ideas and innovations, the vision and the verve that make our university the dynamic place it is.

In keeping with this theme, President Hamilton will bestow the first-ever "Making a Difference" Awards to members of our NYU community – a student, a faculty member, a young alumnus/a, and an employee – who have made a profound and lasting impact for the better on the city, region, nation, or globe. The awards will seek to highlight ideas, discoveries, or new and effective approaches that solve a critical problem, provide relief to underserved populations, or break down barriers of misunderstanding and intolerance. They can be in any field of endeavor.

How to submit a nomination:
 

ELIGIBILITY:	NYU students, faculty, employees, and young alumni (Self-nominations will be accepted.)
MATERIALS:	Letter of nomination (1 page maximum) highlighting the nominee's accomplishments Nominee's bio Nominee's contact information
DEADLINE:	Monday, July 11, 2016

To nominate a member of the NYU community, email makingadifference@nyu.edu. 

An Opportunity at the United Nations

 

The Youth Assembly at the United Nations is the largest and longest-running youth gathering at the UN. The 2016 Summer Youth Assembly will take place August 10-12 at UN Headquarters in New York with the theme "Transform Vision Into Action" and a focus on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

The Youth Assembly at the UN empowers youths (16-28 years old) in global arenas, specifically the UN Global Development Agenda. It's a unique platform, which fosters dialogue and creates partnerships between exceptional youth, UN high officials and staff, the private sector, and civil society. 

The Office of Global Services will sponsor a group of students to attend the 2016 Summer Youth Assembly conference at the United Nations for FREE (normally $175). Our sponsorship will pay for the 3-day Youth Assembly and a souvenir. These students, however, will be responsible for their own meals, accommodations, and travel during the conference.

This sponsorship is available for NYU students who:  

• are youth leaders or aspiring youth leaders, ages 16-28+
• could understand and speak English (translation services are not available)
• are able to pick up the attendance badge on August 9 and are available August 10-12 for the conference
• are in good academic standing

The deadline to register is Thursday, June 30.  Register Here

CAS International Photo Contest Winners of 2016

In no particular order, here are the winners of this year's CAS International Photo Contest:

 “Into the Sunset,” Abu Dhabi - Karen Lee

 “Firenze,” Florence, Italy - Karen Lee

“Blossoms,” Washington, D.C. - Leopoldo Gracia

 “Untitled,” Accra - Iman Thambi

 “Assa of Boats,” Accra - Iman Thambi

“Damme, That View,” Damme, Belgium - Julia Lucas

 “Rainy Days,” New York City - Cassie Cui

“Spring,” New York City - Cassie Cui

“Solitude in San Telmo,” Buenos Aires - Erica McGibbon, Staff 

 “Untitled,” Accra - Noelle Marchetta, Staff 

“Florence Duomo,” Florence, Italy -  Justin Halim   

 “Moonlight Cruise on the Vltava,” Prague– Alyssa Matesic

Please visit CAS Advising, Silver Center Room 907 to see these beautiful photos displayed!

Upcoming OGS Events

PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Graduating by the end of summer? Save the date for a celebration! Celebrate with friends, family, and a view of Fifth Avenue, at the our annual Commencement Breakfast on Tuesday, May 17. A breakfast buffet will be served to start your commencement celebrations. You're welcome to invite any friend or family member, as long as they have valid photo ID. You can RSVP beginning May 2.

What are your work options after graduation? We will explain Optional Practical Training (OPT) after you complete your degree requirements. Learn how to apply, the best timeline, the documents needed, and your responsibilities once you start OPT on May 11, at 2pm. You will also receive application materials.

Need to get around in the city? Join Enterprise CareShare at the OGS Washington Square on Friday, May 6 from 11am-4pm. Enterprise is an automated way to rent a car by the hour/day, so you can enjoy the freedoms of a car without owning one. All international driver's licenses are accepted. Your fees to join will be waived, and you'll receive $25 in driving credits! Learn more about the program.

Need to get CPT authorization? BK ONLY At OGS Brooklyn (259 Dibner Hall), you can now get CPT authorization on the spot. Just bring your complete CPT request on Wednesday, May 4, 1-4pm. Be sure your application is complete, including all supporting documents and signatures. Learn more about CPT eligibility and requirements.

This Friday, May 6th, @ 11:00am - NYU Art History, London-Based Artists Talk/Private Exhibition Tour

Program Description:

5 London-based artists represented by Marine Tanguy will discuss the mediums and techniques being utilized by a new generation of contemporary artists. Immediately following the conversation there will be a private tour of the artists' HYPERION exhibition, near Union Square from 12:00pm to 1:30pm.  Light Refreshments will be served.

Date: 

Friday, May 6, 2016

Time:

10:45am to 12:00pm

Schedule:

12:00pm to 1:30pm - Private Tour of HYPERION exhibition (near Union Square) 

*Light Refreshment will be served*

Location:

NYU Art History Department

100 Washington Square East

3rd Floor, (Room 301)

New York, NY 10003

RSVP

janell.ajani@nyu.edu

Marine Tanguy Website

http://www.marinetanguyart.com

Essay Edit Writing Worshop with R.I.S.E

Thursday, April 25, 2016 5pm-8pm @ Founders Hall (NYC)   Need help with your writing? Join the Writing Affiliates who will be reading International Students' essays. They will provide constructive feedback and suggestions to improve your writing. We understand expressing oneself in a second language is extremely difficult especially when placed in classes with native speakers. So we are offering an opportunity and space for international students to interact with other members of NYU’s community.  Bring your current paper or project that you are working on to receive feedback & tips! RSVP: Click Here to reserve a spot at Founders Hall  Founders Hall (120 East 12th Street, NY, NY 10003)