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Michelle in (NYU) Paris!
Student ambassador, Michelle, studies away through the Summer in Paris CAS program at NYU Paris as a Gilman Scholar.
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Food For The Soul: Local Bagels and Coffee Locations
A current NYU student shares her favorite list of local bagel and coffee shops to help make NYC feel more like home during your first year.
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An Updated List of the Best Quick Food Spots Around NYU
From birria tacos and Lebanese flatbreads to bao buns and Korean fried chicken, there is a quick food spot for everyone near campus!
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Explore New York State: Day Trips out of New York City
Want to get away from New York City for awhile? Here are some great day trips in the surrounding area.
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NYC for Free: An NYU Student’s Guide to Exploring on a Budget
NYU student Chris shares his favorite free (or almost free!) activities to explore New York City on a college student budget.
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5 Must-Take Photo Ops For Your First Year at NYU
Take advantage of these five must-take photo opporuntities in New York City, on campus and beyond, during your first year at NYU.
![Amina and a friend sharing an extravagant milkshake at Black Tap.](https://meet.nyu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/blacktap-scaled-e1678490465661.jpeg)
The Sacred List: A Guide to Study Away at NYU Abu Dhabi
Wondering what to do while on your semester at NYU Abu Dhabi? Hear from a student who calls the city home, and learn about hidden gems and must-sees on campus and beyond.
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How to Survive Your First NYC Winter!
Winter in NYC is no joke. Here's everything you need to know about surviving your first NYC winter, as told by current student Kitan.
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I Hope I Get It: Broadway Tickets at Student Prices
Make the most of your time in the “greatest city in the world” through these ticket deals!
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My Summer Internship Success
NYU student Eshika Patel shares how she landed her consulting internship in NYC, and how her experience helped her define her career path.
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An Introvert’s Declassified College Survival Guide: NYU Edition
An introverted student shares her advice on how to navigate college life on NYU's NYC campus.
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Explore New York City’s Must-Visit Spots for Students
If you want to explore the city beyond NYU’s campuses but have no clue where to start, this guide of must-visit spots is for you!