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Introduction to the School of Professional Studies International Student Support CenterTRANSCRIPT
WELCOME TO THE
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT
CENTERLeo Schmitt
Assistant Director, International Student Support Center
SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER
Room 1009, Midtown Center 11 West 42nd Street
Language Tutoring Work with a professional tutor one on one for
one hour. Can help with writing, speaking, reading,
listening. Sessions are held at the ISSC (Midtown – M-
F) and 7 East 12th Street (Tuesday and Friday) Book at least 24 hours in advance Book in person at the ISSC or by e-mail to
ACADEMIC ENHANCEMENT SESSIONS Academic Enhancement Sessions
WritingSpeakingCultureTechnology
Important to let us know if you cannot make it. E-mail [email protected]
Instructors are specialists in their field. Great opportunity to improve your skills. Fall 14 Sessions at
tinyurl.com/isscf14aesa
PEN PALS INTERNATIONAL
Pen Pals International A way to learn about writing in a fun
way. A friendly group that can help you feel
good about writing. Follow on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/groups/224551637707739/
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER School of Professional Studies Global
Network Representative Program A program to put you in touch with
other students who can help you one-to-one.
A great way to make friends. Meet students from the United States or
your country who want to make your life easier.
Volunteer as a continuing student to help a new student feel at home.
INTERCULTURAL DISCUSSIONS
Come and listen to an expert introduce a topic and then share your own insights.
Meet people from around the world and practice your speaking.
Enjoy an evening of discussion and make friends.
INTERNATIONAL CLUB
International Club A student run club that puts on social
and cultural events for all School of Professional Studies students.
Past events have included a Holi festival, a Mid-Autumn festival party, and an international game night.
All events are student-driven and student-run, so get involved!
REFERRAL AND SUPPORT
NYU is a big university with many services.
It can be hard to know how things work in another country or to know what you should do.
If you are not sure, the ISSC is here to help you. If we cannot help you directly, we can put you in touch with people who can.
QUESTIONS? Leo Schmitt [email protected] 212 992 3647
For all links go to tinyurl.com/isscservices
REMEMBER TO ASK IF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE