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An orientation for new international students at NYU SCPS for Summer 2014
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WELCOME TO NYC
Leo Schmitt
Assistant Director, International Student Support Center
ORIENTATION – NEW YORK CITY
NYU Greenwich Village
NYU Midtown
ORIENTATION - MANHATTAN
NYU Midtown
NYU Greenwich Village
NYU Woolworth
Uptown
Downtown
West Side
East Side
TRANSPORTATION - CARS Driving – Don’t! Taxis – Can hail yellow cabs from the
street.From the sidewalk, raise hand to hail. Cabsense app will tell you where is best to
pick up a cab.$2.50 to begin, plus $0.50 per 1/5 mile or 1
minute in traffic. 10-20% tip is customary.Do not hail non-yellow cabs in the street.
From outer boroughs or in advance, you can call a taxi.212 666-6666 or 212 777-7777
TRANSPORTATION - BICYCLE Always wear a helmet. Do not ride on the sidewalk. Use lights at night. Register your bike at the local police precinct. Be sure to ride defensively.
Traffic in New York can be difficult for cyclists. Be sure to lock up your bicycle (two locks is
better!) NYU has a bike-share program. There is also
citibike. NYU bicycle parking behind Tisch Hall, 40 W.
4th Street.
TRANSPORTATION - CYCLING
TRANSPORTATION - SUBWAY Metrocard
Weekly ($30), Monthly ($112), or pay-per-ride ($2.50 per ride, 5 % bonus when spending over $10)* Compare.
TRANSPORTATION-SUBWAY Before you swipe, check to make sure
you have the correct direction (uptown/downtown). At some stations you cannot transfer between directions.
Free subway maps are available at subway stations. Ask at any manned booth.
Move into the car and stay out of the way when people are getting in and out.
TRANSPORTATION - SUBWAY
TRANSPORTAION - BUS Free transfer bus to subway, bus to bus,
and subway to bus within two hours using pay-per-ride Metrocard.
Buses can move slowly in Manhattan traffic.
When you want to get off, push the stop button or strip to alert the driver.
NYU has buses around Greenwich Village
NEW YORKERS Almost always busy! Personal space is important Tend to be direct Not particularly patient Helpful in the end
WHERE TO GO? Cultural Capital of the world
Theatre, Music, Museums NYU Gateway program – Regular events.
International Club Sports
Baseball, Football, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, NYU
Parks Shopping Dining Nightlife
WHERE TO GO?
And back to the library to study!
US UNIVERSITY CLASSROOMS Academic Freedom
Professors may talk about any topic relevant to the course.
They may take any approach to teaching it. Including unorthodox approaches
Learner-centered classroomLearning is the responsibility of all members
of the academic communityAll students are expected to participate
Share ideas Ask questions Cooperate and do group work
US UNIVERSITY CLASSROOMS Student responsibility
You are considered adults You should begin to model the skills of leadership that
are important for MSc graduates If you do not understand something, you should ask
Ask in class, especially if it is something you think others may have trouble with
Ask after class if it is individual If you cannot make a class, you should ask a
classmate or the professor for help to keep up on the work
If you cannot make the class when it is an important date (your presentation, exam, etc.) notify the professor.
If you have trouble, ask for help earlier, rather than later.
US UNIVERSITY CLASSROOMS International Perspectives
Share your perspectives on case studiesWork with your classmatesShow them your strengthsTry to break out of your own group.
University is a great place to broaden your horizons
PLAGIARISM Presenting someone else’s work as your
ownProper citation is importantUsing someone else’s words or ideas
without citation is considered plagiarismPenalties can include failing the class and
even being dropped from the program If in doubt, ask
Librarians are great resources ISSC Tutors ISSC College Skills one-day session
SCPS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER New Place Tutoring
The goal of the tutoring center is to help you become better writers and speakers.
Tutors can help with all aspects of language.Tutors do not ‘edit’ your work, but help you
to edit it.For more information on what to expect, go
to http://tinyurl.com/issctutorsforstudents
TUTORING Book sessions by coming to the center
(1009 at Midtown) or e-mail to [email protected]
Sessions Mon-Thurs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday 10 – 6 p.m. at ISSC Midtown
Sessions Tuesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 7 East 12th Street
SCPS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Academic Enhancement Sessions
Writing English Grammar, Using Words Effectively,
Introductions and Conclusions, etc. Speaking
Pronunciation, Small-talk, etc. Culture
U.S. Culture, College Skills, Working in Groups, etc. Technology
Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
Pen Pals International A writing club where you can learn to enjoy
reading and writing and make friends.
SCPS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER SCPS Global Network Representatives
Meet peers from your country or the US to make your transition smoother
Intercultural DiscussionsAn opportunity to meet people and discuss
different ideas from a variety of perspectives. All SCPS students are welcome.
SCPS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER International Club
A student-led club open to all that puts on events in Fall and Spring for all SCPS grad students.
International Student Support Center LoungeA welcoming area to meet people, study,
and relax. Referral and Support
If you have questions, we can help you find answers or the people who have answers.
QUESTIONS? Leo Schmitt at [email protected] 212 992 3208 Tinyurl.com/isscservices This presentation