Life
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Life at NYU in Manhattan and Brooklyn
NYU has two New York City campuses: Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn. Learn more about what makes each location special!
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Master International Travel and New Campus Life
Learn tips for international travel and how to adapt to new campus life with this guide for study away and international students at NYU.
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A Vocal Performance Student Makes a Difference Through Drag
Whether vocal performance student Toby Chernesky performs drag or works at the Steinhardt costume shop, he makes the most of NYU.
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An Inside Look at New York’s Dominant Hospitality Industry
Have a passion for traveling, learning about different cultures, and meeting new people? Then the Hospitality Business Society is for you.
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NYU Eats Cheat Sheet: A Dining Hall Breakdown
There are many dining hall options at NYU. Here’s a cheat sheet to help you find and try all the yummy food options!
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Tandon Career Hub: Empowering Students for Success
From technical interview prep to exploring different fields, the Tandon Career Hub offers support tailored to engineering students.
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LGBTQ+ Career Series Prepares Students for Life After College
NYU offers the LGBTQ+ Career Series, which provides LGBTQ+ students a space to explore strategies that address their identity-based concerns as they enter the workforce.
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A Glimpse Into On-Campus Housing: Where Should I Choose to Live at NYU?
Admissions Ambassador Olivia offers a peek into on-campus housing to help you decide which residential hall is the best fit for you.
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Finding Wellness While Studying Away
From exercise classes to events, when students study away at NYU’s global sites they have access to numerous wellness resources.
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Arts Clubs at NYU: Comedy, Theatre, and Beyond
With more than 300 student-run clubs, students can join countless arts clubs at NYU, including film, music, theatre, comedy, and dance.
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A Photo Tour of the Paulson Center
The Paulson Center, NYU’s newest building offers students a host of academic, athletic, and student life spaces.
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NYU Shanghai’s Rooftop Garden Grows Plants and Community
At NYU Shanghai’s rooftop garden, the NYU Shanghai community finds a green space for research, classes, events, and relaxation.