Dear NYU Parent and Family Members,

It's finally beginning to look like spring in New York as Washington Square Park begins to bloom. Although this April is quite different from what students usually experience, the month is still jam-packed with events for Earth Month, Ally Week, Greek Week, Commuter Appreciation Week, and planning for Senior Week (just to name a few)—while end-of-the-semester exams are only a month away!

This month’s newsletter provides updates on COVID-19 vaccines, meal plans, registration for summer / fall, planning for residence hall move-out, summer career support, graduation gift boxes, emergency contacts, welcome planning for Fall, and a recapy of recent communications.

David Vogelsang
Parent Resources

The University strongly encourages those who are eligible to get vaccinated anywhere a vaccine is available. Earlier this month—and corresponding with NY State expanding vaccine eligibility to include all people 16 and older who live, study, and/or work in NY State—the Student Health Center began distributing vaccines at the Washington Square campus as part of the student vaccination program. While our aim is to help NYU community members get vaccinated, the key problem right now—at NYU and nationally—is the demand for vaccines substantially outweighs availability.  » Learn about COVID-19 vaccine distribution at NYU and off-campus

Students in residence recently received information about preparing for move-out or transitioning into summer housing. Please note: students must complete the mandatory departure survey.  Please review details on the Housing and Residential Life website.

For additional questions, call 212-998-4600, email housing@nyu.edu, or contact your student’s respective residence hall Resource Center for assistance.

As a reminder to students utilizing meal plans, meal swipes and dining dollars expire on May 19th. If your student needs more dining dollars, the last date to add funds is May 3rd. 

Meal plans can be used at any of NYU’s 14 Dining locations, including our Convenience Stores, monthly Farmers Market, Virtual Teaching Kitchen ingredient boxes, and other special events and pop-up shops. Students can check their balances by visiting our meal plan portal at mealplans.nyu.edu. Meal plans expire at 4pm on Wednesday, May 19th, and meal swipe balances/dining dollars do not roll over at the end of spring.

Interested in purchasing a Fall 2021 Meal Plan for your student? Sign up to receive more information. For additional questions call 212-998-1900 or write to AskCampusServices@nyu.edu.

Registration for next year begins on Monday, May 24th by appointment. The actual registration date and time will vary by a student's academic standing. Now is a good time for students to check for any holds that might affect their registration, as well as meet with their academic advisor to help review class options, select courses, and address academic plans. Course selections will open on May 3rd.  Additional details about the registration process are available on the Undergraduate Advisement website.

As a reminder, NYU intends to resume in-person classes this Fall as per the President’s recent communication.

This summer, students can take advantage of hundreds of online courses offered across the University in flexible 3-, 6-, and 12-week sessions. Summer is a great opportunity for students to earn credits, make progress toward their degree, and explore innovative courses with top NYU faculty. Visit nyu.edu/academics/summer to learn more about courses, co-curricular opportunities, and internships across NYU's global network that are designed to expand students' perspectives and help them get career-ready.
 
Summer housing is also available for students taking classes, working, or participating in internships during the summer. Applications are now open.

Encourage your students to make the most of their summer by putting their career development first. NYU Wasserman offers virtual support even during the summer! Students can participate live in our Violet Ready Skills Academy, Job Search Series, Creative Careers, or participate whenever they want with our hundreds of on-demand available resources as well as one-on-one sessions with career counselors.

Graduating students can still order their free cap-and-tassel gift boxes! Eligible students were sent a unique ordering code from the Office of University Events. Academic attire (gowns and master's/doctoral hoods) is also available for purchase. The cap-and-tassel gift boxes and the academic attire must be ordered separately. Links to the ordering sites were sent to eligible students. The next ordering deadline for both is Monday, April 19. 

For details about virtual ceremonies visit www.nyu.edu/commencement.

We know the Class of 2024 did not have a traditional first year at NYU. And while we can’t change the circumstances of the last year, please know that as a part of our planning for Fall 2021, NYU Welcome will have a thoughtful and intentional approach for both our current first year students, as well as our newly admitted students who will begin in the Fall. Our planning will include opportunities for students to connect with one another, become familiar with the University and its many resources and people. Details will be shared throughout the summer.

Another way for your student to participate in Welcome programming is as an NYU Welcome Leader! Your student should have received an email earlier this month with details on how to submit an application. If they did not, please have your student email welcome@nyu.edu for updates on how to apply.

Throughout the year, including during University breaks, the professionals from the Department of Public Safety (212-998-2222) and the Wellness Exchange (212-443-9999) are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist students (and parents). Both numbers are available on the back of all student ID cards. Note that the Parent Helpline and email are not monitored evenings or weekends and should not be used for emergencies.

For those of you who have found your way to our Parent eNewsletter, stay tuned for updates specific to newly admitted students starting in May . . . and, of course, welcome to NYU!  Please subscribe to our New Parent & Family email list for the latest updates that will help you stay informed as you prepare for arrival in August.