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Academic Announcements & Events

Fall 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Last chance to apply for the Undergraduate Research Symposium is October 15, 10 AM. Take the opportunity to present the outcomes of your DURF, capstone, course research, DSS, Study Away, or independent projects, exchange ideas and insights, and compete for awards! Any questions? Email shanghai.academicassociates@nyu.edu.

January Term 2026 Course Information

A 2-credit January Term course PCIX-SHU 102 Experience Studio: A Letter to the Future from the Old Street of Sanlin taught by Xingchen Zhang, will be taught from January 5-16, 2026. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage in creative, place-based learning over the winter term! Registration begins tomorrow in Albert.

Academic Skills Workshops

How to Participate in Class Discussions

Monday, October 13 | 1PM-1:30PM | E304 | RSVP
Thursday, October 16 | 1:30PM-2PM | E304 | RSVP

Do you want to learn how to speak up more in class and share your ideas? Contributing to in-class discussions can be a great way to exchange ideas, strengthen your communication skills, and show enthusiasm for class material. Come learn and get ready to participate in class with different skills and strategies through this workshop!

How to Study Smarter, not Harder

Tuesday, October 21 | 1PM-1:30PM | E304 | RSVP
Wednesday, October 22 | 1PM-1:30PM | E304 | RSVP

Do you feel like you are spending too much time studying and still not feeling adequately prepared? Join us for a workshop on how to prepare effectively and efficiently for exams. We will go over various study strategies and how and when to use them when preparing for exams.

Graduate School Blast

Come learn about graduate schools and develop your strategies to navigate the application process. See details and RSVP.

Feature Sessions

Graduate School Panel for Seniors
October 13 | 6PM - 7PM | RSVP
Plan Grad School Application Ahead
October 14 | 5PM - 6PM | RSVP
Personal Statement Workshop
October 15 | 5PM - 6PM | RSVP

Fall 2025 Major Exploration

October 16 - 24 | RSVP

Curious about how to connect your interests and goals with your major choice(s)? Unsure where to begin exploring your academic path? Join us for a series of Major Info Sessions to gain insights into different majors, connect with faculty, and plan your spring semester!

CEL Events

Re-Storying Futures, a fully funded U.S.–China environmental storytelling fellowship

See a more detailed program overview

Re-Storying Futures brings together teams of change-makers connected to the U.S. and/or China to explore how creative storytelling can open new paths forward. Rooted in a “head, heart, and hands” approach, the fellowship embraces learning as intellectual, emotional, embodied, and experiential. Fellows will engage with diverse perspectives and pedagogies, drawing wisdom from stories, relationships, local traditions, and the natural world.

Mostly Walking: Linjiang Village 临江村

Friday, October 17 | 3:45PM - 5:45PM | RSVP

Join us for a relaxing walk through an urban village near school! Our goal for this event is to encourage and invite more intentional socialization into our lives. To achieve this we will focus solely on each other and our time spent together, leaving our phones behind. If you are interested in making new friends or just getting outside in an interesting environment please come along!

Chinese Conversations Partner Program

跟叔叔阿姨唠家常

Apply by October 19

Hone your Mandarin skills with this unique opportunity that connects you with campus cleaning staff for authentic language practice, helping you learn real-life expressions while building meaningful connections. It’s more than just conversation—it’s a chance to get to know the hardworking ayis and shifus on our campus.

Global Awards

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program offers comprehensive support to enable young people to attain inclusive and relevant education, transition smoothly into dignified and fulfilling work, and lead transformative lives. For different deadlines and admission fees of partner institutions, you can visit the official website.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship

The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is open for applications! The Gates provides full funding (tuition, maintenance and flights) for your Masters or PhD study across all fields and disciplines at Cambridge. Find your ideal graduate school program at Cambridge, and be in touch with Office of Global Awards for feedback and guidance.

Yenching Academy NYU Shanghai Exclusive Session

Friday, October 17 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM | S220 | RSVP

Join Dr. Haas, Associate Dean and the current fellows of the Yenching Academy of Peking University, and current NYUSH fellows to learn about this prestigious, fully funded Master’s program in China Studies. Each year, 120 scholars from 40+ countries pursue interdisciplinary coursework, field studies, and research in Beijing’s vibrant academic community.

Global Awards Pathways

Wednesday, October 22 | 12:45PM - 1:30PM | E302 | RSVP

This panel will feature an overview from the NYUSH Global Awards team, a spotlight chat with a Rhodes Scholar, and a student panel sharing their fellowship experiences and application journeys. Come with questions, leave with insights and inspirations!

I Hit Submit

Friday, October 24 | 2PM - 3PM | W531 | RSVP

This event is celebrating our seniors, alumni and students of all years who have applied for fellowships and awards this cycle. It’s also a chance to recognize your faculty mentors, those who wrote your recommendations, staff and other mentors.

Upcoming Events

Library Events

Taking A Stand on Paper and In Life: Formulating Thesis Statements

Monday, October 13 | 5:45PM - 6:45PM | W507 | RSVP

What is a thesis? What makes a thesis compelling and strong? How do I construct one? And what does writing a thesis have to do with life beyond PoH? This workshop will address these questions and more.

Unleashing the Treasure Trove: Exploring Bonus Knowledge Beyond NYU Libraries

Tuesday, October 14 | 3:15PM - 4:15PM | W507 | RSVP

In this workshop, we will guide you through the discovery of the hidden gems of knowledge by delving into the bounty of resources beyond the NYU Libraries. Join us in this informative workshop to broaden your horizon and tap into the wealth of information available to you.

Polishing Your Prose: A Workshop on Line Editing

Wednesday, October 15 | 2:30PM - 3:30PM | W507 | RSVP

Sharpen your writing at the sentence level. This workshop focuses on clarity, conciseness, and style, helping you edit for stronger verbs, smoother flow, and polished prose.

Drop-In Consultations

Trouble finding or correctly citing a source? Need help clarifying your thesis on a proposal? Get quick support on research, citation, and academic English.

Business Information 101: Unlocking the Secrets Behind Big Business

Wednesday, October 15 | 6PM - 7PM | W507 | RSVP

Ever tried Googling a company for a class project and ended up with confusing, sketchy results? You’re not alone. In this workshop, you will learn what reliable business info actually looks like, how to find it quickly using NYU’s top business databases, and real examples of how this could help your academic and professional career.

Citing Smart: Zotero Basics

Thursday, October 16 | 3:15PM - 4:15PM | W507 | RSVP

Looking for an easier way to manage the sources you’re using in your paper? This workshop will provide an overview of how to collect and organize research sources in Zotero, an open-source citation manager used by scholars in many disciplines.

Strategies for Delivery in Presentations

Thursday, October 16 | 5:30PM - 6:30PM | W507 | RSVP

Practice strategies to present your ideas with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and leave a lasting impression. This workshop includes: using your voice as a powerful tool, employing effective body language and eye contact, structuring a presentation that tells a story, and navigating Q&A sessions effectively.

Center for Data Science Events

A Cross-Layer Approach to Energy-Efficient and Secure EdgeAI: Architectures, Systems, Applications and Advanced Trends

Tuesday, October 14 | 10AM - 11AM | S303 | RSVP

Join us for a talk by Muhammad Shafique, Professor of Computer Engineering at NYU Abu Dhabi, on energy-efficient and secure AI/ML systems for edge applications, featuring cross-layer hardware–software optimizations and recent advances in Quantum ML, Continual Learning, and Agentic AI.

Navigating the Real World: Toward Robust Robotic Embodied Intelligence

Tuesday, October 14 | 10AM - 11AM | S303 | RSVP

Join us for a talk by Yi Fang, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU Tandon, on advancing robust robotic intelligence for real-world navigation.

Recommendation Systems and Their Implications for User Polarization: Experiments and Audits

Tuesday, October 14 | 11:15AM - 12:30PM | SB230 | RSVP

Dr. Naijia Liu is an Assistant Professor in Political Methodology at the Department of Government at Harvard University. Dr. Liu obtained her PhD in Politics from Princeton University in 2021, and worked as a research scientist at the Demography and Survey Science team at Facebook (2021-2022). Hosted by Jing Qian, Assistant Professor of Political Science, NYU Shanghai.

CSDSE Event

Undergraduate Research Spotlight: Reasoning in Large Language Models, and Its Applications in Real-World Science

Tuesday, October 14 | 11:45AM - 12:45PM | S307 | RSVP

Join our PhD and Undergraduate Research Spotlight Series, a platform for students to share work and connect with the academic community. In this talk, Kevin Feng will delve into the real-world challenges of applying reasoning-focused models to scientific and interdisciplinary domains.

Language-related Events

Picoteo Latino

Tuesday, October 14 | 5PM - 6PM | W629 | RSVP

For all Spanish speakers and anyone who wants to learn

Chinese Conversation Night

Wednesday, October 15 | 5PM - 6PM | W629 | RSVP

All Chinese-speaking students, staff and faculty are invited to join!

Virgil Reading Marathon

Wednesday, October 15 | 12PM - 8PM | Reading Lounge next to N301 | RSVP

On October 15th, 70 BC, Virgil—the ancient world's superstar poet—was born. To mark the occasion, join us for a half-day community reading of a new translation of his Aeneid—Rome’s epic origin story, a tale of love, loss, and legacy.

Performing Gender on the Factory Floor: Screening of Huang Baomei (1958) and Conversation

Wednesday, October 15 | 7PM - 9PM | ICA Event Space | RSVP

Please join us this fall for our special film screening of Huang Baomei (1958, dir. Xie Jin). This event is open only to NYU Shanghai community members. Space is limited, and registration is required in advance.

Master of Science Programs Info Session

Thursday, October 16 | 5:15PM - 6:15PM | E304 | RSVP

Discover 4 joint MS programs offering study in New York and Shanghai with flexible 12- or 20-month options. Meet with current students and admissions officers to learn more and discuss your application.

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