INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
SUPPORT INITIATIVE (ISSI) EVENTS
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International Student Culture Discussion
This event will be a great opportunity to meet other international students while enjoying pastries from different cultures! We encourage participation in the cultural conversations and ask that you come for the full hour. This event is offered by the Office of Global Services.
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English Conversation and CultureNovember 9th l 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET | International Student Lounge, Kimmel 704
This week we’re talking about how and why idioms, slang, and expressions matter so much in spoken English. Stop on by to practice your English skills and just unwind a little from school and homework. English Conversation and Culture is an interactive and informative series that’s hosted by Allen McFarlane, NYU’s assistant VP of Outreach and Engagement, in collaboration with the Center for Student Life. This is a safe space that is open to all to just learn and practice; so, leave your notebooks and laptops at home, just bring yourself!
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Foodie Friday: ChinaNovember 11th l 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ET | Kimmel 703
For the third Foodie Friday event of the semester, Zhenwei Lyu will be introducing us to some of the amazing cultures of China and its delicious foods. Remember to come on time at 1pm as there is limited capacity!
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Hamilton on Broadway
HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and show tunes, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater - a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. Get tickets at a discounted rate through OGS--tickets go live on November 10!
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International Education Week is only a week away!International Education Week (IEW) at NYU is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse perspectives of cultures that international education and exchange worldwide bring to our community. Through performances, lectures, films, displays, and workshops highlighting opportunities both in the US and abroad, IEW is celebrated to increase our community's cross-cultural awareness, curiosity, and knowledge. It starts next week but get tickets for the events before they sell out! Check out the full listing of IEW events!
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IEW: How to Get Jobs as an International Student
In celebration of International Education Week, we welcome Marcelo Barros, the author of The International Advantage Get Noticed, Get Hired! He has spent over two decades advising international students looking to work in the US after graduation. In this session, specifically prepared for international students, Marcelo will share strategies that international students of any major can utilize to tilt the balance in their favor and secure more job interviews.
Marcelo Barros' work is 100% focused on helping international students find jobs in the U.S. A sought after speaker at over 50 universities across the U.S., Barros' work has gotten noticed by Forbes, Bloomberg, Business Week, American Marketing Association, The Times of India, Inside Higher Ed, Vault, France 2, and several other publications. Feel free to connect with Barros via LinkedIn ahead of this exclusive event for NYU international students.
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IEW: Comedy Night
Kicking off International Education Week we offer Comedy Night! With six comics from around the world (Rufat Agayev, Zarna Garg, Peng Dang, Eman Morgan, TJ, and Jocelyn Chia), and emceed by Ahmed Abdelrahman, you're sure to get lots of laughs. If you’re interested in comedy that resonates with an international experience in the US this event is for you!
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IEW: Etiquette Around the World
What’s considered polite behavior in one country may be rude in another. Respectful and culturally appropriate behavior is important wherever in the world we are. Discuss with both international students and students who have returned to NYC from NYU’s global sites abroad as we consider etiquette around the world. We’ll also touch on how our international experiences change us and our behaviors. Snacks and refreshments provided.
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IEW Dining for Success: Dinner Etiquette in the US
Professional connections can be made in a variety of settings. In the United States, interviews or networking can happen over lunch or dinner. Join the Office of Global Services and the Wasserman Center for Career Development for an interactive and informative dining experience to learn how to conduct yourself professionally in these contexts. We encourage you to dress professionally according to your industry’s standards for this 3 course business dinner.
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IEW: Friendsgiving
Meet with friends over a traditional US Thanksgiving meal as part of International Education Week!
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IEW/Discover NYC: Flushing Queens
As part of the OGS Taste the Nation in the Big Apple series, we will be bringing students to discover some of the best eats in Flushing Chinatown. Flushing is home to the city's largest Chinatown and represents cuisine from Taiwan, China, Korea, India and more! Discover some hidden gems and insider tips as OGS takes you to explore this stirring part of New York. Along with discovering some great eats check out the unique culture that comes from the neighborhood's rich Asian immigrant history.
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IEW: International Ed Spotlight
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IEW: Potluck with One To World
In celebration of International Student Week, volunteers will be contributing dishes from their native countries and sharing stories about why they chose a particular dish and who they learned their secret recipe from. This exchange of cultures through food will be an amazing opportunity to make new friends and celebrate the holiday season together. Great food, great people, and a whole lot of fun!
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