| Academic Announcement & Events
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Come and Meet with Academic Peer Advisors!Looking for peer guidance as you plan your spring 2026 courses? Email shanghai.peeradvising@nyu.edu to schedule an appointment with our trained Academic Peer Advisors (APAs)! The APAs are also ready to chat with you this Monday to Thursday, 2-4 PM, at the W532 front desk. Feel free to stop by to get peer insights and quick tips!
Academic Skills WorkshopsHow to be an Interesting Public Speaker and Give a Powerful PresentationMonday, November 17 | 1:30PM - 2PM | E304 | RSVP
Thursday, November 20 | 1:30PM - 2PM | E304 | RSVP
Do you want to become a more confident and persuasive public speaker? Are you interested in giving powerful presentations and speeches? Come and learn how to clearly convey your message, feel comfortable on the stage, and inspire others.
How to Find Academic Research OpportunitiesMonday, November 24 | 1:30PM - 2PM | E304 | RSVP
Tuesday, November 25 | 1:30PM - 2PM | E304 | RSVP
Thinking about getting involved in research? Join this workshop to learn how to find opportunities, how to reach out, and see how research can enhance your college experience!
Empathy Walk Workshop
Monday, November 17 | 2:15PM - 4:30PM | N405 | RSVP
Join an immersive journey guided by facilitators with lived experience. Learn to guide a person who is blind, use a wheelchair, and practice basic sign language. Gain real-world insights into accessibility barriers—and collaborate to design a more inclusive environment.
Roots and Routes: Food as a Language of Belonging Tuesday, November 18 | 12:45PM - 1:45PM | N202 | RSVP
Starting from Chapter 4, “The Cradle of Chinese Food,” of Chop Suey, USA, we will discuss its resonance in two contemporary cases and then take part in hands-on osmanthus activities! We will reflect on how plants and food connect people and create space through history and practice.
Fall 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium Friday, November 21 | 4:30PM - 7PM | 3F East Building
The Undergraduate Research Symposium will showcase 31 student research projects across disciplines. View the project list. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to discover innovative work and engage with presenters through posters, presentations, and Q&A sessions. We look forward to an evening of intellectual exchange with you!
Boba & Peer Insights: Boba Chat with ProfessorsWednesday, November 25 | 5:30PM - 6:30PM | E302 | RSVP
Join the Academic Peer Advisors (APAs) for Boba Chat with Professors, an engaging panel event where you can enjoy boba while connecting with faculty from diverse major disciplines. Hear their stories, inspirations, and insights on discovering passions in and beyond the classroom. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
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| EWC Graduate Degree FellowshipClosing Date: December 1, 2025| Online Application
The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship provides master's and doctoral funding for graduate students from Asia, the Pacific, and the United States to participate in educational, cultural, residential community building, and leadership development programs at the East-West Center while pursuing graduate study at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa (UHM).
Schwarzman Scholars Official Information SessionFriday, December 4 | 12:45PM - 1:45PM | E303 | RSVP
Schwarzman Scholars is a fully-funded, world-leading one-year elite Masters at Tsinghua University, open to future leaders in all fields and majors, of all nationalities. We will be hosting the admissions team in fields from start-ups to tech to consulting to environment and peacemaking.
Marc and Ruti Bell Public Service Scholarship
Application Deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026
NYU is pleased to announce the return of Marc and Ruti Bell Public Service Scholarship. It is open to current sophomore and junior undergraduates with demonstrated financial need and a commitment to a career in public service. Students selected for the Bell Scholarship will receive an up-to-$10,000 renewable annual scholarship.
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| Library EventsFrom Ears to Action: Making Use of Listening NotesMonday, November 17 | 1PM - 2PM | W507 | RSVP
Tackle the critical step that comes after capturing information: move beyond passive recording to active utilization. We’ll explore practical strategies for processing, organizing, and synthesizing your listening notes to enhance learning and comprehension. Particularly, practice techniques to connect ideas from different sources and translate them into meaningful and creative content.
Vibe Coding Series: Programming with Agents (III)Tuesday, November 18 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM | W507 | RSVP
In this advanced session, you’ll build a multi-page application using modern tools like Vite and Git—powered by the free Qwen CLI. Learn how to scaffold projects, manage components, integrate APIs, and maintain version control while collaborating with an AI assistant.
Qualtrics and Quick Data AnalysisWednesday, November 19 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM | W507 | RSVP
Explore how to streamline your research or administrative cycle with Qualtrics, the powerful cloud-based survey tool designed for both basic and advanced needs. This session will equip you to manage your projects more effectively, transforming raw data into clear insights with minimal effort.
Can I Trust You: How Media Does Fact-checking and What We Can Do as IndividualsThursday, November 20 | 3:15PM - 4:15PM | W507 | RSVP
In an age of information overload, how do we know what’s true? This workshop introduces how media outlets fact-check their stories and where they sometimes fall short. We’ll explore real-world examples, discuss strategies for evaluating both news and academic sources and share practical tips you can use.
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| Language-related EventsJapanese Conversation Night
Monday, November 17 | 5PM - 6PM | W629 | RSVP
For all Japanese speakers and anyone who wants to learn.
Languages & Cultures Trivia NightWednesday, November 19 | 5:30PM - 6:30PM | W629 | RSVP
Ready to flex your cultural and language knowledge? Team up with speakers and learners of different languages for some competitive fun! Learn about language courses at NYUSH as you play. Prizes will be awarded to the highest scoring teams.
Chinese Conversation Night, Elementary to Intermediate LevelThursday, November 20 | 4:30PM - 5:30PM | W629 | RSVP
All Chinese-speaking students, staff and faculty in elementary and intermediate levels are invited to join!
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| Harbors of Strength: NYU, NYU Shanghai, and Our Career PathsWednesday, November 19 | 5PM - 6:30PM | N107 | RSVP
Join us for an inspiring roundtable featuring five NYU and NYU Shanghai alumni and students who come from different countries, academic backgrounds, and graduating years but share one powerful decision: to grow their careers in China.
Center for Data Science EventsOptimization: Performance Estimation ProblemFriday, November 21 | 2PM - 5PM | S307 | RSVP
The mini symposium brings together three speakers from Nanjing University, Fudan University, and Peking University to share their latest research and insights. Join us for an engaging afternoon of talks and discussions.
Recent Advances in Optimization, Control, and AISunday, November 23 | 8:30AM - 6PM | S307 | RSVP
Discover the latest frontiers in optimization, control, and AI. Nine researchers will join us to share their perspectives on emerging challenges and innovations driving the field forward.
Non Trivial Pursuits Trivia Night
Friday, November 21 | 5:30PM - 7:30PM | W629 | RSVP
Compete for prizes, have some fun, and show off your smarts! Bring your teams of 4 (which may or may not have faculty members), and your brain power for an unforgettable night of trivia.
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| On-Campus Job Opportunity
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| Student Workers for the Fall 2025 Dance Concert
Apply by November 27 | Handshake ID: #10494317
The stage is set, but we need you to make the magic happen! Open roles: Backstage Crew, Front Desk, Make-up & Hair Artist, Costume Arranger. Contact: Prof. Yuting Zhao ( yz8606@nyu.edu)
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