Shanghai is a place where soaring sky-scrapers cast shadows on old lane houses, where one-man rickshaws wait for passengers outside the station for one of the world’s fastest trains, and where fine cuisine from around the world and 50 cent fried rice are available on the same street. With the constant interplay of change and development in a historical setting, Shanghai is truly an exciting place to be and lends itself to a vibrant student life in and outside of the classroom.
While NYU is primarily an educational institution, the study abroad experience goes far beyond academics. The NYU in Shanghai Student Life department strives to provide a comprehensive program both through the level of support that we provide to students across-the-board, as well as through culturally appropriate and creative programming which enhances the study abroad experience. The student life department organizes social, cultural, and philanthropic activities aimed at building the NYU in Shanghai social network, integrating students into the local community, and exposing students to local Chinese culture. The Student Life department also coordinates professional development and internship opportunities, assists with travel arrangements and visa issues, and works to promote personal health and community wellness.
