This message is the sixth of an email series for new international students (catch up on previous emails if you missed any). They contain very important immigration information and resources to help you acclimate to NYU and to the US.

Here we’ve compiled some basic guidelines to help you understand safety in NYC and the US.

And remember, if you are unable to arrive in the United States by the program start date as indicated on your current I-20 or DS-2019 or you will need to defer to a later session start date, we must change the start date listed on your document and send you an updated I-20 or DS-2019. Submit your US entry plan information so that we can work with you to get an updated I-20 or DS-2019 from our office. 

The NYU Department of Campus Safety is committed to providing safety and security for our community and property, enabling the pursuit of academic and professional goals. Find out more about them.

Washington Square Campus: The lobby located at 561 LaGuardia Place, is open 24 hours, seven days a week, with Campus Safety Officers available to provide assistance. The 7 Washington Place lobby is open weekdays offering ID Card and Lost and Found services.

Brooklyn Campus: In Brooklyn, the Card Center is located at 2 MetroTech and open weekdays while the Campus Safety space in the cellar of 370 Jay Street offers lost and found and other safety services during the week.

While NYU Campus Safety works 24/7 to promote safety on campus for the members of our community, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your property while navigating NYU and its surrounding urban environment. Please be sure to read helpful safety information for different situations.

NYU Campus Safety has reported to us that phone scammers are targeting international students now more than ever. If you’ve received calls from someone saying they're from the government, law enforcement, or similar organization asking for personal info, money, or gift cards, don't engage. These entities will not call you. Scammers 'spoof' real numbers to steal data and money. More from the Federal Communications Commission. Find more resources to avoid scams and fraud.

It’s important for you to be aware of the rights you have in the US as an international student or scholar: the rights for US citizens and permanent residents are not the same as rights for people in non-immigrant statuses such as F-1 and F-2 or J-1 and J-2.

Please visit our Know Your Rights page for further presentations and resources connected to this topic, including tips on if you are stopped at a border when entering the US.

Improving your safety and keeping you informed, Safe NYU is New York University's free mobile campus safety app, which includes links to support resources such as victim assistance, the wellness exchange and the bias response line. (Apple users / Android users) 

NYU's free, on-demand Safe Ride service also serves as a no-cost alternative means of transportation between designated NYU facilities in Manhattan and Brooklyn during the overnight hours. (Apple users / Android users)

Be sure to download both Safe NYU and Safe Ride apps to remain aware and stay safe on and off-campus.

NYU cares about its community and is committed to helping those who are the victims of crimes. If you are a student, staff or faculty member, or otherwise affiliated with NYU and have been sexually assaulted, stalked, harassed, or experienced dating violence or domestic violence, the NYU Department of Campus Safety can help

In the event that something happens, you can reference the following resources:

As you prepare to arrive, get tips and resources from NYU OGS peer mentors and other soon to be classmates. Meet and message other new students using the Unibuddy.

Get the Unibuddy app (Apple users / Android users) and start messaging today!

We have a variety of communities below you can join. If you don’t see your school listed below be sure to join the NYU International Student Community to get connected with other students at NYU! 

Join the community of:

Our OGS advisors are available online all summer to answer your questions or concerns regarding visa and immigration. Schedule an online appointment if you have any questions or concerns.

You can also refer to our website or contact us for any visa and immigration questions. Check out NYU International Students, a Facebook community group where you can talk with other students before even coming to the US. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram to stay updated on international students affairs. See you at orientation soon!

We hope this information was helpful to your transition process! Later next week, we will send you information about work options in the US.

Sincerely,

The Staff at Global Services