Finding Wellness While Studying Away

“I worked out and went to campus events and performances. Additionally, I participated in language conversation nights and went to the calm corner a few times. The events hosted by the University helped improve my homesickness so much. It was nice to see so many people from a lot of places coming together and sharing their cultures. It made me feel less alone.”
—Maya Kittles, a Psychology major who studied away at NYU Shanghai

“I truly loved the yoga and meditation classes. They helped so much with setting a routine and making my stay feel less like a vacation and more like a regular semester.”
—Kennedi Gavin, a Business major who studied away at NYU Florence

“I went to the therapy sessions offered at NYU Paris. It was nice to have someone to talk to who understood NYU Paris and being abroad.”
—Natalie Li, a Media, Culture, and Communication major who studied away at NYU Paris

“One mindfulness activity in particular during finals really helped me de-stress. The faculty arranged a quiet room with numerous different teas. We got to chat and peacefully meditate while the staff guided us to find calmness and stillness in the moment. This really helped me ground myself in the midst of finals stress.”
—Ari Hod, Biology major on the prehealth track who studied away at NYU London

“NYU Accra has a partnership with a nearby gym, granting students unrestricted access to its facilities. This arrangement proved immensely convenient for me. I could easily walk there after classes given its proximity to the academic center. Having the option to engage in cardio sessions on the treadmill or pursue weight training was very stress relieving.”
—Lydia Samuels, a Global Public Health and Global Liberal Studies joint major who studied away at NYU Accra

“I loved how NYU Paris offered puppy yoga along with its many other health and wellness resources.”
—Mariel Balandra, Business major who studied away at NYU Paris

“I loved going to the gym. It was an amazing way to adapt to the city and practice Spanish. It was one of the most helpful things for my mental health.”
—Chiara Baer-Way, a Global Liberal Studies major who studied away at NYU Buenos Aires

“I frequented the rock wall. It was a great opportunity to meet new people.”
—Daniel Sun, a Computer Science and Economics double major who studied away at NYU Abu Dhabi

“I joined the Hiking Club and met many like-minded friends. It really enriched my overall experience.”
—Lance Onodera, a Music major who studied away at NYU Prague

“I joined a soccer club. It was a great experience because I got to meet plenty of upper-level students whom I can now reach out to if I need advice on anything in my future years at NYU. What’s more, it kept me in better shape.”
—Rishi Swaminathan, an Economics and Psychology double major who studied away at NYU Florence

“I took advantage of all of the wellness resources. They made me feel more at ease as I adapted to a new place. They also made me feel as if I was a part of the community.”
—Tomiris Suleimenova, an Interactive Media and Business major who studied away at NYU Abu Dhabi