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Office of Student Affairs
Counseling & Student Services

82 Washington Square East, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10003-6680
P: 212 998 5065
steinhardt.student.matters@nyu.edu
New Student Seminar for Graduate

International Students (SAHS-GE 2003)
Syllabus
Section:
Day/Time:
Where:
002
Thursdays from 3:30 PM 4:45 PM
Silver Center Room 515 (31 Washington Place)
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Names:
Phone/E-mail:
Office Address/Hours:
Nija Leocadio
nija.leocadio@nyu.edu
My office is located in Steinhardt Student Affairs, Pless Hall, 2 nd Floor. It is
best to email me ahead of time to make an appointment.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The New Student Seminar for Graduate International Students (SAHS-GE.2003) meets once a week for eight
weeks and follows a syllabus that is structured with the following goals:
To explore the facilities, services, and resources available at New York University and in NYU
Steinhardt;
To introduce strategies for understanding and adapting to graduate study;
To ease transition to the U.S. by providing a space to explore the U.S. higher education system
and U.S. culture, values, customs, and traditions;
To foster a community that shares cultures, values, customs, traditions, new experiences, and
discoveries;
To foster a community that discusses questions, problems, and concerns.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After completing the seminar, students will be able to:
Identify relevant academic policies, processes, and procedures related to graduate study;
Identify and apply strategies for academic success;
Identify appropriate campus resources and opportunities that contribute to their educational
experience, goals, and campus engagement;
Describe and demonstrate principles of academic integrity and responsible citizenship within and
beyond the campus community;
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Articulate differences and similarities between previously experienced education system(s) and the
U.S. higher education system.
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Required Attendance: Contact the instructor(s) in advance to make other arrangements if you are unable
to attend a class. More than two absences will result in a failing grade.
2. Email Account: Email is the official form of communication of New York University. Members of the
NYU community (staff, faculty, your instructors, etc.) will send messages to your NYU email address. Set
up your NYU email account (at home.nyu.edu) and use it in all NYU-related correspondence.
3. Grading: Pass/Fail. Students are expected to complete assignments, attend classes, and actively participate
in class discussions and activities in order to earn a passing grade.
4. Campus Event: During the eight weeks of seminar, attend at least two campus events and write a brief
(200 word) reflection (to be emailed to your instructor(s)). Events can be hosted by your department,
Steinhardt Student Affairs, or an NYU office (such as the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs
(CMEP), the Center for Spiritual Life, and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ)
Student Center).
5. Other Assignments: Students are responsible for all assignments as assigned by instructors.
Academic accommodations are available for students with documented disabilities. Please contact the Moses
Center for Students with Disabilities at 212-998-4980 for further information.
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WEEK ONE: THURSDAY, February 11

Welcome, Introduction, Expectations
Activities:
Meet instructors & classmates
Review seminar purpose, syllabus, and requirements
Interest poll
Assignment: In preparation for next weeks class, complete the online plagiarism tutorial and quiz:
1. Academic Integrity Quiz: http://guides.nyu.edu/c.php?g=276927&p=1846552
2. Academic Integrity Guide: http://guides.nyu.edu/plagiarism
This weeks events
Week One Checklist:

I activated my NYU Home account
I know how to use (or forward) NYU email
I attended an OGS Mandatory Check-in (F-1 and NYU-sponsored J-1 only)
I am aware of the February 8, 2016 drop deadline this is the last date to drop a class (while staying
enrolled in others) and receive 100% tuition and fees refund
I am aware of the February 8, 2016 tuition payment deadline for graduate students
If I am an F-1 or J-1 visa holder, I am enrolled in 12 units or more (required to maintain visa status
contact nicholas.voelker@nyu.edu, Steinhardt International Student Coordinator, with questions about
part-time enrollment when enrolled in concurrent English language study during your first semester)
I fulfilled the immunization requirement
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WEEK TWO: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18

The Academic Environment
Activities:
Academic expectations of graduate students
Guiding Principles of Academic Advising
(http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/advisement/understanding/)
The U.S. classroom
Avoiding plagiarism
Steinhardt Statement on Academic Integrity
(http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/policies/academic_integrity)
This weeks events
Week Two Checklist:
I familiarized myself with: (a) the Steinhardt Graduate Bulletin (http://ow.ly/AHwk6); (b) the
Steinhardt Student Guide (http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/studentguide/); and (c) my academic departments
handbook
WEEK THREE: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Introduction to Campus Resources
Activities:
Scavenger hunt
Week Three Checklist:
I completed the Academic Integrity Tutorial and Quiz (see WEEK ONE)
WEEK FOUR: THURSDAY, MARCH 3
Budgeting
Activities:
Students will get tips and techniques on how to budget as graduate students
Week Four Checklist:
I attended at least one on-campus events and sent reflection to my instructor(s)
I visited at least one professors office hours
WEEK FIVE: THURSDAY, MARCH 10

Bobst Library
Activities:
Attend a Library session on library resource & a tour.
Week Five Checklist:
I completed the Office of Global Services online travel workshop (if F-1 or J-1 workshop found here:
http://ow.ly/nV2od)
WEEK SIX: THURSDAY, MARCH 24

Graduate Deans Hour
Activities:
Students will attend the graduate deans hour and engage in conversation with their peers, deans,
faculty and administrators.
Week Six Checklist:
I completed the OGS off-campus work authorization online workshop (if F-1 or J-1 workshop found
here: http://ow.ly/nV2od)
WEEK SEVEN: THURSDAY, MARCH 31

Wasserman Center for Career Development
Activities:
A Wasserman Center Graduate Associate will provide students with an overview of the Wasserman
Center.
Week Seven Checklist:
I scheduled an appointment with an academic advisor for spring advisement and class registration
I attended two on-campus events and sent reflections to my instructor(s)
WEEK EIGHT: THURSDAY, April 7

Final Meeting
Activities:
Class celebration and wrap up
Debrief
Feedback
Reminder: course evaluations
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Schedules are subject to change. For more events and registration information, visit the Steinhardt Student Matters
blog (www.steinhardt.nyu.edu/students).
Date/Time/Location
Description
Tuesday, January 26
Starts at 9am
Pless Hall, 1st Floor Lounge
Fast Break Bagel Breakfast: Swing by Pless 1st Floor Lounge for free breakfast.
Wednesday, February 10
12:30-1:45 PM
Pless Hall, 3rd Floor Lounge
Networking Series. A Networking Series is a 4-part workshop dedicated to

developing and enhancing the networking skills and abilities of Steinhardt
graduate students. (Pre-registration.)
Thursday, February 11
12:30-1:45 PM
Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations about

diversity. (Pre-registration; lunch is provided.)
Tuesday, February 16
Come by between 3 pm and 4 pm
Pless Hall 1st Floor Lounge
Tea at 3: Enjoy free tea and sweet treats.
Wednesday, February 23
12 PM - 1:30 PM
Lets Talk International: A semi-structured discussion group and safe space for
third culture kids, study abroad returnees, international students, and anybody
interested in international/intercultural experiences to gather and explore topics
such as identity development, cultural adjustment, cross-cultural relationships,
and general navigation of life across cultures. (Pre-registration; lunch is
provided.)
Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop: Learn about the application
process and eligibility requirements for Optional Practical training (OPT) offCampus work authorization for F-1 visa holding students.
Thursday, February 24
12 PM 1:30 PM
Pless Hall 3rd Floor Lounge
Tuesday, March 1
Starts at 9 am
Pless 1st Floor Lounge
While supplies last!
Wednesday, March 2
12pm-2pm
Pless 3rd Floor Lounge
Crochet and Cuisine: Two hours of crochet and/or knitting fun. Naughty
Knitters will guide the participants in the craft. All creations will serve a
charitable cause to serve our community
Thursday, March 10
12:30-1:45 PM
Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations about

diversity. (Pre-registration; lunch is provided.)
Tuesday, March 22
Thursday, March 24 Class Time
12:30-1:45 PM
Tea at 3: Enjoy free tea and sweet treats.
Monday, March 29
12-1:30pm
provided.)
Fast Break Bagel Breakfast: Swing by Pless 1st Floor Lounge for free
breakfast. While supplies last!
Tuesday, April 5
Come by between 9 am and 10 am
Graduate Deans Hour gives Steinhardt Graduate Students the opportunity to

interact with the Deans of Steinhardt in an informal setting. Student enjoy light
refreshments while discussing whatever is on their mind with fellow students,
Deans, and other administrators.
Thursday, April 7
12:30-1:45 PM
Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations

about diversity. (Pre-registration; lunch is provided.)
Wednesday, April 19
Tea at 3: Tea at 3: On this first day of finals, a representative from NYU

Counseling and Wellness Services will be available at Tea at 3 with tips and
techniques for managing stress as you finish out the semester. Enjoy free tea and
sweet treats at Tea at 3.
Tuesday, April 26
12-1:30pm
provided.)
Tea at 3: Tea at 3: On this first day of finals, a representative from NYU
Counseling and Wellness Services will be available at Tea at 3 with tips and
techniques for managing stress as you finish out the semester. Enjoy free tea and
sweet treats at Tea at 3.
Monday, May 9
Wednesday, May 11
Come by between 9 am and 10 am
While supplies last!
Schedules are subject to change. For more events and registration information, visit steinhardt.nyu.edu/students.

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WEEK ONE: THURSDAY, February 11

This weeks events

Week One Checklist:

WEEK TWO: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18

WEEK FIVE: THURSDAY, MARCH 10

WEEK SIX: THURSDAY, MARCH 24

WEEK SEVEN: THURSDAY, MARCH 31

WEEK EIGHT: THURSDAY, April 7

Reminder: course evaluations

Networking Series. A Networking Series is a 4-part workshop dedicated to

Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations about

Tea at 3: Enjoy free tea and sweet treats.

Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations about

Tea at 3: Enjoy free tea and sweet treats.

Graduate Deans Hour gives Steinhardt Graduate Students the opportunity to

Conversations of Color: Meet other students and engage in conversations

Tea at 3: Tea at 3: On this first day of finals, a representative from NYU

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