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2/2: Highlights from NYU SPS Career Pathways Bridge Global Field Intensive to Jamaica: Students spent the morning at the Savanna-La-Mar Inclusive Infant Academy, established by the Rockhouse Foundation, reading and engaging with students of all abilities. Muhsin shared his thoughts about the time spent at the school: “I was profoundly touched by the values of love, kindness, and high expectations. These values define the character of the Jamaican people and shape the country's approach to tourism and community development.” In the afternoon, we traveled to Negril to visit the Rockhouse Hotel, where students learned from the incredibly talented staff about the hotel's exceptional sustainability practices. Reflecting further, Muhsin said, “I took away a deeper understanding of how embracing love, extending kindness, and setting high expectations can inspire and transform communities.”Thank you, Rockhouse, for an unforgettable experience!

1/2: From Montego Bay to Kingston, five Career Pathways Bridge Students embarked on a 10-day journey across Jamaica, diving deep into its rich culture, dynamic hospitality and tourism industry. As part of Dr.
Donna Kelly’s Global Field Intensive course on Jamaica’s tourism industry, students researched regenerative tourism and its impacts on local communities. Isiah Rosario shared a key takeaway from this experience:
“Tourism in Jamaica has a mixed impact. It creates many opportunities for local residents, but large hotels and big gift shops often hurt smaller local businesses, making it difficult for residents to compete and thrive as entrepreneurs.”
Join us on Tuesday, July 16, 2 - 4 PM, for the Project Showcase to learn more about their experience in Jamaica and the research they’ve conducted. RSVP at the link in bio!

As the academic year came to a close, we gathered to celebrate the Career Pathways Bridge Fellows. It was a night filled with smiles, food, and fun, as we honored the academic, career-connected and personal accomplishments of each of our Bridge Fellows!

We are so proud of each of our students, and cannot wait to celebrate their future endeavors.

Learn more about the Career Bridge Pathways Program: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/career-pathways-bridge-program.html


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Last week, Associate Dean Douglas Harrison, Dr. Candice Clawson, and Allyson Margolis attended the inaugural Future Workforce Global Summit in Berlin, hosted by the in collaboration with NYU Berlin.

The immersive two-day event in brought together a diverse international network of scholars, educators, industry leaders, and government representatives committed to the issues of future workforce development. Associate Dean Harrison spoke on the panel, “The Crucial Role of Education in Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce.”

The summit kickstarts the collaboration, research, and practical innovation required for businesses and academic institutions to succeed in the evolving and increasingly technological future of work. DAUS is committed to innovation in workforce development, and we're proud to contribute to opportunities for collaboration in that space.

DAUS Scholarship applications for fall 2024 are now open! Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Division is able to recognize our students' outstanding academic achievement through various scholarships across our many programs and areas of study. We encourage you to explore the options available to see if you fit the criteria for any of the scholarship awards and apply!

More info here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/divisions-and-departments/division-of-applied-undergraduate-studies/daus-scholarships.html

Please contact [email protected] with any questions or if you experience any issues with the application

At the end of April we held Innovation Day, a special collaboration event between DAUS, SPS’s Global IDBEA Committee, and United Nations NewWork!

This dynamic event featured the changemakers leading UN 2.0 | United Nations as well as a number of SPS personnel engaging in collaborative ideation which took many forms, including an expert panel discussion and a live ‘Innovation Kitchen’ challenge. It was also punctuated by remarks from Associate Dean Douglas Harrison, and the participation of Assistant Dean Bri Newland on the expert panel.

Special thanks to all who came together to organize Innovation Day and make it a success under the leadership and vision of DAUS Professor Raúl Sanchez. Stay tuned for future opportunities at DAUS to collaborate with all sorts of visionaries engaged in the evermore important work of advancing toward a richer, more inclusive future!

On Monday, May 6 DAUS hosted Humanities Fest to celebrate the creativity of our students.

The event celebrated the conclusion of the Spring 2024 semester and featured readings from the NYU SPS art and literary magazine, Dovetail. Student art was displayed at the event and a student dancer performed. The evening concluded with musical accompaniment from Immanuel Wilkins,
Kweku Sumbry, Sasha Berliner, and Michael Krieg.

Thanks to all who joined us!

"I am studying Social Sciences with a concentration in Psychology at NYU SPS, so I can continue to apply my passions and interests to my academic pursuits and hopefully launch successful programs to serve underserved African communities and other regions in the US and around the world." Soji Britto, who graduated yesterday and was the NYU School of Professional Studies Banner Bearer for the 2024 Undergraduate Convocation.

"Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, I was immersed in an environment where service to others was not just valued but actively practiced. My passion for community service and social impact is deeply rooted in my upbringing, where I witnessed my parents dedicate themselves to the welfare of those around them. My father, a medical doctor, provided essential healthcare services, often free of charge, to underrepresented communities. He
treated illnesses and educated people on preventive measures and basic healthcare practices. At the same time, my mother often offered her services during the holidays to aid underprivileged local communities in the city.

From a young age, these experiences inspired me to get involved in volunteer work, starting in soup kitchens in my second hometown of Banning, California, and later expanding to international efforts, such as traveling to South Africa with the New York University Alternative Breaks program to collaborate with Global Vision Initiative and other local NGOs to meet the needs of underrepresented local communities. Each initiative I have been involved in has helped solidify my understanding of the profound impact of community service and continues to fuel my desire to make a tangible difference in any way I can."

Congratulations to Soji and to all our graduates! Learn more about our Bachelor's in Social Sciences: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/bachelors-degrees/ba-in-social-sciences.html



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This April, students from DAUS professor Clif Hubby's course on Classical and Medieval World enjoyed a lively interactive tour of the Cloisters Museum in Fort Tryon Park.

The Cloisters are one of New York's most unique museums made up of a series of monastic buildings from medieval Europe along with a world class collection of art and objects. Students viewed the cloister and garden of Cuxa, a Gothic chapel with stained glass windows, and a tomb effigy of a crusading knight.

Last week, we hosted the DAUS Graduation Reception to honor our 2024 graduates and awardees.

The celebration saw over a dozen students from this year’s graduating class receive awards and gifts for their accomplishments in their fields of study, and was punctuated by warm remarks from DAUS’s Associate Dean, Douglas Harrison. Thank you to the students, faculty, and our special guests from the Dimon Foundation for helping commemorate this fantastic year!

We're so proud of our graduates and can't wait to see where they go next! Congratulations!

Dr. Bri Newland, assistant dean of the NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies is featured in Danielle Guercio's recent Lifehacker story on finishing up your college degree.

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“Most program policies on transfer credit typically have a maximum limit of 10 years," she said. "However, it is crucial to schedule a meeting with an experienced academic advisor who will thoroughly assess your transcripts alongside you, regardless of whether you acquired these credits beyond the specified timeframe.”
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Read more: https://lifehacker.com/family/how-to-finally-finish-your-degree

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How to (Finally) Finish Your College Degree, According to a University Dean For many adults, going back to school seems daunting, but finishing your degree could lead to higher salaries and more opportunities, or put you on the path to a different career altogether. I talked to an expert to get some tips on how you can apply your life experience to finally finishing your de...

Congratulations to the DAUS students who were inducted into the NYU Chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda last week! Alpha Sigma Lambda, the national honor society for adult students in higher education, serves to acknowledge and advance the scholarship of students continuing their education. Well done!

Join us in celebrating the NYU SPS Career Pathways Bridge Students!

As the academic year comes to a close, DAUS will be celebrating the Career Pathways Bridge Fellows tonight, Thursday, May 2. Tonight will see the students honored for the culmination of a year with the Program, and for all of the hard work they've put forth to forge their paths. We’ll enjoy a fun-filled night, as we honor the academic, career-connected, and personal accomplishments of the Bridge Fellows!

You can learn more about the Career Pathways Bridge Program here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/career-pathways-bridge-program.html

Congratulations to DAUS Clinical Assistant Professor Raúl Sánchez for being named as the new Director of the Intersectionality Lab.

The I-Lab is a resource that focuses on supporting faculty in their explorations of the many ways in which global inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and access inform their teaching and research in both liberal arts and industry-specific disciplines.

Please join us in congratulating Raúl!

Meet Katherine - a DAUS student from Long Island, NY who studies Leadership and Management Studies!

💻Katherine is a Public Relations intern at Lividini & Co., where she plans events for clients and also serves as the Head of Growth Strategy for a concierge startup called Compozure.

📝 Last year, Katherine served as President of the NYU SPS Student Association for Applied Studies. The team organized a community service event inviting DAUS students to make digital cards for children at NYU Langone.

💜 Katherine said, “I loved seeing the community come together to bring smiles to children. The event opened my eyes to how meaningful leadership and teamwork can be successful and beneficial to others.”

✨ Want to be featured? Sign-up at the link in out bio!

Congratulations to NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies instructor Caridad Svich, who has been named as a 2024 Guggenheim Fellow at the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation!

There are 188 Fellows in 52 categories, spanning fields in natural sciences, fine arts, humanities, and social sciences.

The Guggenheim Foundation's mission is to offer fellowships to exceptional individuals in pursuit of scholarship in any field of knowledge and creation in any art form, under the freest possible conditions.

Caridad teaches Foundations of the Creative Process as well as courses on playwriting and screenwriting.

Learn more: https://www.gf.org



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John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation… Search Search Parade – Hoboken, New Jersey, 1955 © The June Leaf and Robert Frank Foundation, from The Americans. Photo by Robert Frank (1955 & 1956 Guggenheim Fellow) Congratulations to the 2024 Guggenheim Fellows This year, there are 188 Fellows in 52 fields Learn More Congratulations to the 20...

Attention Graduating Seniors! We're hosting a graduation reception recognizing our graduating seniors and bridge students. The reception will be on April 29, from 5 pm to 7 pm in the 5th Floor Lounge at 7 East 12th Street.

This will be a great opportunity to mingle with your fellow graduates, faculty and staff members, as well as, pick up your gift acknowledging all of your hard work while in your program! 🎓🥳

Meet Jesse Huelbig, an NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies student from West New York, New Jersey. Jesse studies Digital Communications and Media and plans to graduate in 2025. He also works as a User Support Analyst for NYU-IT.

⚾️ Outside of the classroom, Jesse enjoys playing the bass, traveling to baseball games, and being a father. He’s part of the SPS Emerging Technologies Student Association and is a member of the SPS Social Media & Design Committee.

💜 Jesse says, "New York University was my dream university in high school, but life had other plans. Eventually though, with focus and determination, I have been able to make my dream a reality.”

Life can take us in unexpected directions. The NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies is here for you when you're ready to begin, or continue, your academic journey.

Learn more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/divisions-and-departments/division-of-applied-undergraduate-studies.html

This week, DAUS welcomed Dr. Candice Clawson as the founding Senior Director of its nascent Workplace Learning Innovation Lab. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dr. Clawson!

Dr. Clawson is one of NYC's leaders in educational innovation, workforce development, and education as a driver for social and economic mobility. As leader of the Innovation Lab, she will work to grow the Lab, complete the integration of our Bridge Program team into the division, and expand partnerships and business development between DAUS and our partners across industries, CBOs, government, K-12 education, and more.

Candice earned a doctoral degree in Organizational Leadership from USC, a Master's degree in Higher and Post-secondary Education from Columbia, and a BS degree in Business Administration and Management from Seton Hall.

We can't wait to see what wonderful work will come from Candice's tenure in the role!

Join us on the 5th Floor Lounge on May 6 as we celebrate the creativity of the SPS community and the launch of Dovetail, the SPS art and literary magazine. There will be live music, food and refreshments, art, and storytelling. RSVP at the link in our bio!

Today is NYU One Day, New York University's 24-hour day of giving!

For 90 years, the NYU School of Professional Studies has been impacting and shaping the future of work and careers. We proudly educate a diverse and global body of students, including those who want to advance in their current fields, change industries, finish a degree, tackle a new one, or want the flexibility of full-time or part-time options.

Our strong, diverse, innovative programs, dedicated, student-focused faculty, and distinctive approach to professional education set us apart here at NYU SPS and the NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies. Your financial support of NYU SPS is essential to our school's continued success, its mission, and its bright, talented, and driven students.

Help us reach our goal of 350 gifts! Any gift received today will be counted toward our final goal.

But wait, there’s more… An anonymous parent has offered to match your gift up to $5,000 to make your gift go further.

You can pick from several options for your gift:

➡️ Access and Opportunity - to provide support for ongoing programs that open our doors for all students
➡️ Career Development Support - to provide grants for current students to experience Global Field Intensives and support student internships
➡️ Annual Fund - to provide support for scholarships and student success initiatives

No contribution is too small—or too large! Thank you for your support in helping us continue to create a unique applied learning environment for our students, lifelong learners, and industry partners.

Make a gift: https://nyuoneday.org/pages/nyu-school-of-professional-studies

We're hiring an Academic Director and clinical faculty member in emerging technology. Come join the future of applied, career-focused, professional learning in higher education or tell someone you know about this opportunity. Apply by April 15! https://apply.interfolio.com/143024

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Alumni gathered earlier this month for a reception at the NYU Torch Club to kick-off the new DAUS Alumni Society with associate dean Douglas Harrison and assistant dean Bri Newland. Alumni represented many generations of graduates from the McGhee Division to more recent Humanities graduates.

Learn more about the NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/divisions-and-departments/division-of-applied-undergraduate-studies.html


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Alumni gathered recently for a reception at the NYU Torch Club to kick-off the new DAUS Alumni Society with Associate Dean Douglas Harrison and Assistant Dean Bri Newland. Alumni represented many generations of graduates from the McGhee Division to more recent Humanities graduates.

If you have any questions about joining the alumni society, contact [email protected].

Receive a decision on your - immediately!

You’ve made the decision to complete your undergraduate degree and NYU SPS is the best place to help you on the next steps. NYU SPS Office of Admissions invites you to join our Virtual Instant Decision Day! Transfer students, adult learners and members of the U.S. armed forces who are applying to our Associate or Bachelor’s degree programs are welcome to participate.

During the event, you will have the opportunity to meet with Admissions Officers to discuss your application and connect with an academic advisor who will review your transcripts for transfer credits. Submit your application and transcripts by Monday, April 1st to have your application reviewed and processed.

More info here: https://apply.sps.nyu.edu/register/?id=6c4796af-c329-44fa-a810-50bbeba20101

We've launched a new page on LinkedIn! Follow us to stay up-to-date on what's happening around the division, connect with DAUS alumni, and connect with other DAUS students!

Check out the link below to follow us.

https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyu-sps-daus/

Applications are open for the Africa House - SPS Bergman Fellowship! This fellowship of $2,500 is awarded to one student to cover costs associated with research activities linked to the African continent.

Fellowships support undergraduate and graduate students to cover costs associated with research projects undertaken in the Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2024. Apply by Friday, March 1!

Have questions? Email [email protected].

Calling all creatives! Dovetail is accepting art & writing submissions from the entire NYU School of Professional Studies community to be featured in its annual issue. Whether a graduate or undergraduate student or alum you are encouraged to put your work forth and take advantage of a great opportunity to be published in SPS's premier art & literary magazine.

Submissions are due on Feb 15. Whether you're interested in submitting or simply learning more about Dovetail and perusing past issues, you can visit https://wp.nyu.edu/schoolofprofessionalstudies-dovetail/submissions/ for more information.

Calling all creatives! Dovetail is accepting art & writing submissions from the entire NYU SPS community to be featured in its annual issue. Whether a graduate or undergraduate student or alum you are encouraged to put your work forth and take advantage of a great opportunity to be published in SPS’s premier art & literary magazine.

Submissions are due on Feb 15. Whether you’re interested in submitting or simply learning more about Dovetail and perusing past issues, you can visit the link in our bio for more information.

The Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies is launching a new Alumni Society for our associate degree and bachelor degree alumni. If you studied in DAUS, the McGhee Division, or the General Studies Program, join Associate Dean Doug Harrison at the Torch Club on March 5.

RSVP here: https://cvent.me/xPdken?locale=en-US