November 2, 2009

News & Notes

THE FLU & YOU - H1N1 AND SEASONAL FLU UPDATES

• Vaccinations are your best protection against contracting the flu...visit the Student Health Center for yours! Seasonal flu shots are available for all students. The H1N1 vaccine is available according to federal and local health department's defined priorities and distribution schedule. Read more.
  
  
• Visit the Flu & You Virtual Kiosk for flu info, guidance, and resources...learn how to reduce your risk of getting sick; what to do if you, a roommate, or friend becomes ill; and, obtain educational materials/updates. More info.
  
  
• Find out everything you want - or don't want - to know about H1N1 influenza at an expert panel discussion tomorrow, November 3, at 5:00pm in Kimmel #914.

QUALITY SERVICE TASK FORCE NEEDS YOUR INPUT

The Quality Service Task Force was recently established to identify and reduce any hassles students may encounter when interacting with NYU; the group is seeking input from administrators, staff, faculty, and especially students as an indispensible tool in determining where the task force should direct its attention. Where are the hassles? What are your ideas for improvement? Where have you experienced quality service that could be used as a model for other services? Please take the time to give us your anonymous input! More info.

ENHANCING YOUR RESIDENTIAL LIFE EXPERIENCE

The Residential Life and Housing Services Working Group is reviewing current and potential programs, policies, and living options that best meet the academic and personal needs of NYU students. To view the working group's periodic progress or to provide your feedback on ideas for enhancing the quality of the residential life experience, please click here.

MEET THE PREZ

NYU President John Sexton hosts a series of small group dinners for students each semester. Click here to enter the lottery for an invitation.

BUSINESS BOOT CAMP @ WASSERMAN

The Wasserman Center for Career Development is offering Business Boot Camp for Liberal Arts Students, designed to present a concrete business knowledge base, while providing a forum for experiential learning, including teamwork and leadership. The program, sponsored by Morgan Stanley, will explore specific career options within the business industry and teach students to start "speaking the language" of the sector. The two-day event is targeted toward sophomores and juniors. Apply by November 9! More info.

"JOURNEY" COMES TO WASHINGTON SQUARE

A unique and provocative interactive art installation about the world of human trafficking will open in Washington Square on November 10. Championed by Oscar-winning actress and writer Emma Thompson and human rights advocate Helen Bamber, "Journey" is a profoundly powerful piece which has attracted the artistic skills of a highly experienced and talented team assembled from a range of disciplines. Previously in Berlin and London, New York is "Journey's" third leg of its tour across the globe. Exhibited inside seven shipping containers, "Journey" will be located on Washington Place (between Greene and Washington Sq. East) and will run from November 10-15 (Tues-Fri, 12-8pm; Sat, 11am-7pm; Sunday, 10am-3pm). Full release or More info.

THE PEOPLE SPEAK!

The People Speak Live comes to NYU on November 12 at 2pm at the Cooper Union Great Hall (7 East 7th Street) - one day before the film's debut on the History Channel. Don't miss this free opportunity to see historian Howard Zinn, a special cast live performance, audience discussion, and "sneak peak" of preview clips from The People Speak film, which uses dramatic and musical performances of the letters, diaries and speeches of everyday Americans who spoke up for social change throughout U.S. history.  Featured artists in the film include Josh Brolin, Matt Damon, Rosario Dawson, Bob Dylan, John Legend, Bruce Springsteen, Marisa Tomei, and Kerry Washington. Ticket information TBA. Co-sponsored by NYU's Center for Multicultural Education and Programs and Office for LGBT Student Services.

DON'T MISS OUT ON WINTER SESSION (JANUARY 4th-16th)!

Winter Session 2010 allows more flexibility and new options for NYU students and visiting students - tell your friends from home!  Earn major/minor credit or explore a new interest.  Financial aid is available for current NYU undergraduates, and Albert registration is available until December 6 (after which you will have to register in-person).  Don't delay...courses are beginning to fill!  Course options or More info.

SPRING IN SHANGHAI

There is still time to apply for spring semester at NYU in Shanghai and the associated Banco Santander scholarship of up to $3,000 per recipient. Learn about Chinese culture and language, while earning credit toward your NYU degree (all language levels offered). Outside of the classroom, internships and community service opportunities are available. More info.

FREE & CONFIDENTIAL HIV TESTING

As part of a student-led initiative to increase awareness and to create a comfortable environment for students, free and confidential HIV testing is being offered across campus. Students are provided results from the non-invasive Ora-Sure saliva swab test in 48-72 hours. Dates and locations.

STRESSBUSTERS!

Want to learn effective backrub techniques, have fun, and make a huge difference in someone else's day? NYU's Stressbusters program trains and dispatches teams of students to provide free 5-7 minute backrubs and wellness info all across campus. Want to get involved? Visit the Health Promotion Office or simply apply online today!