Welcome to the newest NYU Washington, DC, admitted students! As I mentioned in your acceptance email, this blog has been created to keep you on track with your preparations for the fall semester abroad. For tips on how to best navigate the blog, please watch the short “Start Here!” Video.
A good way to get up to speed quickly is to click through the topic headers as well as the March To-Dos at the top of the blog home page. Please review the Required To-Dos within the header and click on the links for more details. You’ll notice that some of the deadlines may have passed – please do not be overly concerned about this. You should aim to complete these steps ASAP and to carefully review all the previous posts to ensure you are up to date.
For now, NYU students currently in New York please RSVP to attend a mandatory pre-departure orientation session here.
Of course, do not hesitate to email me directly if you have any follow up questions.
Month: March 2016
Reminder: Apply to be a Site Ambassador for the SSC
Are you studying away this coming Fall 2016? Are you ready to take on a global leadership role? To learn more and sign-up, go here.
Transition Tips: Preparing to Live in a New City
World Trade Resource is a tool that provides accessible information about developing cultural competencies and best practices for communicating, living, or working in another country or city, including New York. Additionally, it includes health and travel guides, as well as culture and city guides for the most popular destinations. The cultural self-assessment feature provides you with tailored information on how to succeed in a new host country.
To start exploring World Trade Resource, please visit here. You can also access World Trade Resource via NYUHome.
Mark Your Calendars & RSVP: Preparing for Study Away Series
All students are invited and encouraged to attend at least one event that’s part of the Workshop & Discussion series during the week of April 18-21. This is also open to prospective students so feel free to bring a friend! Please RSVP below.
Religion & Spiritual Life Workshop – RSVP here
Students of Color Panel – RSVP here
Gender & Dating Norms Panel – RSVP here
LGBTQ Workshop – RSVP here
Fall 2016 Global Music Trend Analysis – A Message from the Professor
Dear students,
Did you know that we’ll offer an online Music Business course, Global Music Trend Analysis (MPAMB-UE 106, section 1, class number is 11965) available to students studying away this fall?
I’m the teacher of Global Music Trend Analysis, and students have done really super and interesting work in this course in past semesters. It’s 2 pts, and can count towards the BEMT minor. Students research music and the music industry where they are, then compare their findings across the different countries.
Please read the Spring 2016 Global Music Trend Analysis Syllabus [link] — the Syllabus and assignments will be very similar in the Fall. If you have any questions about the course, please contact me directly on catherine.moore@nyu.edu .
If you are interested in taking Global Music Trend Analysis, please fill out and submit this online form ASAP . Once we receive your request, we’ll get back to you within a few days.
Best,
Professor Catherine Moore
Register with the Moses Center
The Henry and Lucy Moses Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) determines qualified disability status and assists students in obtaining appropriate accommodations and services, both at their home campuses and while studying away.
Students currently registered who will be studying away must contact the Henry and Lucy Moses Center for Students with Disabilities in order to discuss resources that might be required, to provide the necessary documentation, and to arrange for these services well before departure.
Additionally, students should speak to the Moses Center if they feel reasonable accommodations may need to be requested while away. Accommodations include but are not limited to: testing accommodations, note takers, use of computer for exams, materials in an alternate format, and provision of sign language interpreters to name a few.
Please visit the Study Away and Disability page on the Moses Center’s website to learn more. Information is provided for all NYU students (NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU Shanghai, and NYU New York home campuses), as well as for Visiting (non-NYU) students. Requests for accommodation at the NYU Global Sites must be made no later than four to six weeks before departure.
Students are able to reach out to the Moses Center with questions by calling +1 (212) 998-4980 or emailing mosescsd@nyu.edu.
Meet NYU DC Global Ambassador, Gabriella P.!
Throughout the semester, you will have the opportunity to hear from NYU Washington, DC, alumni to gain their firsthand insight and tips.
Today, meet Gabriella P., who studied in DC in Fall 2015.
Major: Politics
Name two things you should not have packed. I packed a lot of sweaters and warm clothing that I didn’t end up wearing. The temperature never really got below 40 degrees and warm clothing was not necessary. I also did not need to pack/buy textbooks because there are copies in the Reading Room and 2nd Floor Lounge to use.
What two things do you wish you had packed? I wish I would have packed bug spray because there were a surprising amount of mosquitos in DC during the beginning of the fall semester. A pair of good walking shoes, as well. The mass transit in DC is not a convenient as New York so walking was a must.
What is your favorite memory about your time abroad? One of the first nights in DC, a group of friends and I went on a monument crawl. We visited all of the memorials on the National Mall- Lincoln, Washington, World War 2. It was the first time that we were able to really talk and get to know each other and explore the city. That night cemented our friendships.
What was the most interesting course you took and why? American Public Opinion was by far the most interesting course that I took while in DC. Each class session we would talk about the presidential election and how polling was impacting the race. It was interesting to see how the topics I learned in class were playing out in the current election. Plus there were many special visitors in class- including Chris Matthews and David Gregory.
What do you miss most? I miss the feeling of being immersed in politics while being in DC. My classes, internship, and pretty much everything I did was politically orientated and it was a much different feeling than New York. And District Taco!!
If you could go back in time and do one thing differently, what would it be? If I could do one thing differently in DC, I would have explored other areas of DC not near the building. I regret not exploring places in Virginia and Maryland- like Arlington or Mt. Vernon- because they were so close.
What advice would you give about housing? Housing is amazing. Everything at NYU DC is in the same building so you can wake up 5 minutes before class and still make it in time. The rooms themselves are very nice and everything is practically new. The residential staff are very welcoming and willing to help with anything.
Fall Course Search Now Available
The Fall 2016 Study Away course listings are now available in the Albert Course Search. Just pick your site from the drop down to the right under Study Away Programs to see course offerings listed by department. More information on registering for your study away courses is available here. Please note that some courses may have changed since you last reviewed the posted offerings, and some courses may not be listed yet or may not have a set time / date. These should be available shortly. In the meantime, if you have any questions about how to search for courses please see the Registering for Courses Page or send an email to global.academics@nyu.edu.
We will send more information about how to actually register the week of April 11 in the coming weeks, but in the meantime take this time to:
- Check your registration appointment day and time by signing into the Albert Student Center and reviewing your appointment information displayed in the Enrollment Dates section.
- Check for registration holds by signing in to Albert Student Center. Some holds may block you from registration. Click “Details” in the “Holds” section to see contact and resolution information.
- Meet with your academic advisor to discuss your class schedule and degree requirements. NYU Students: Your advisor must clear you in Albert for registration.
- Use the “Shopping Cart” & “Validate” tools to start planning your schedule. If you cannot validate a course with a prerequisite you won’t be able to register without a permission number. Contact global.academics@nyu.edu to request permission numbers as necessary. Don’t wait for registration week!!
Pre-Departure Orientation Sessions in Shanghai
To help sophomores and juniors prepare for their time abroad in the fall 2016, students are required to attend a Pre-Departure Orientation hosted by the NYU Shanghai Office of Global Affairs and Office of Student Life.
Students have received a separate email invitation for their designated Pre-Departure Orientation session. Please refer to the Global Week Schedule for the date and time of the session for your specific site.
Flight and Arrival Information
Please keep in mind that you must arrive in DC on Sunday, August 21, and are responsible for booking their own travel.
Housing is available only for the dates of the program (August 21 – December 17, 2016) so if you plan to arrive early or leave late, please be aware you will be responsible for your own accommodations.
When shopping for travel options, we encourage you to use NYU’s preferred partner, Egencia, to buy your tickets. Your travel details will automatically be transferred into NYU Traveler at the time of booking, ensuring that NYU Public Safety and NYU Washington, DC staff can plan for your arrival. Please see the following Egencia instructions for information on how to book your travel through Egencia. You can also utilize this list of DC transportation options.
Please note: All students will be required to submit their flight details closer to departure. Instructions for doing so will come later on in the semester!
NYU Washington, DC Fall 2016 