NYU Shanghai Hosts Admitted Students' Weekend
This year’s ASW took place from April 25th to April 28th and this year's group of students seemed particularly excited to embark on their NYU Shanghai journey.
Isabel Adler
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Isabel Adler is a contributor to On Magnolia Square.
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NYU Shanghai Selects Another New Dorm
Lang Studios, located at the 688 Gushan Road, is conveniently situated halfway in between the academic building and the Jin Qiao residence. The property is half hotel, half apartments.
Registrar Grants Third Semesters Abroad
In the fall semester, the registrar’s office announced they would be revoking the petition for a third semester abroad. A few juniors have now been granted a third semester abroad, OCA News Editor Isabel Adler reports.
China to Offer New Work Visas to Foreigners of Chinese Descent
OCA News Editor Isabel Adler reports that China will begin issuing a five year, multiple entry work visa to “ethnic Chinese living outside of China.” These changes will apply to anyone born in China that has obtained foreign citizenship and children of present or former Chinese citizens.
BASE Dorms: More Error Than Trial
“It’s pretty upsetting to literally have to live in a living room with zero privacy, especially when we were promised much better circumstances. I’m not placing all of the blame on them, but they definitely could have done a better job.” Deans Visconti and Pe explain the problems that arose with the new BASE dorms and what the school is doing to fix them.
NYU Reflects: Being@NYU Assessment
OCA News Editor Isabel Adler shares details about the Being@NYU Assessment.
Third Semester Policy Discussed in NYC
OCA News Editor reports on John Robertson's Town Hall in New York City that was set up to discuss the third semester study away policy at NYUSH.
Get Fit!
News Editor Isabel Adler reviews three gym options if you want to work out in a class in Shanghai.
NYU.FASHION Takes on Shanghai
NYU New York’s online independent student publication NYU.FASHION has made its way to Shanghai.
IMB Takes the Stage
OCA New Editor Isabel Adler reports on the new major, Interactive Media Business.
NYU Shanghai To Relocate In 2022
NYU Shanghai will soon relocate to the World Expo center area.
New Year Representatives
OCA's News Editor Isabel Adler sits down with the newly appointed freshman and sophomore class representatives.
Tower 3 Transformed
As a freshman, the move to tower three sophomore year is somewhat of a rite of passage. But this year, some lucky freshmen were given the luxury of life in tower three.
Foreigners in a Chinese Office: 2017 Edition
The OCA team meets with two NYU Shanghai sophomores who reflect on their time interning in Shanghai this past summer.
Avoiding the Second Semester Slump
After a long winter break, getting back into the spring semester is always a challenge.
Following Faith in China
Religion in China, particularly Christianity, is subject to government control and regulation.
After the Storm
Isabel Adler reports on how NYU Shanghai reacted to the recent U.S. elections.
Shanghai vs. Stern: "Pretty Much The Same"
Isabel Adler explores the differences and similarities between courses at NYU Shanghai and NYU Stern School of Business.
The Shanghai Rolex Masters
The Shanghai Rolex Masters tennis tournament drew crowds to watch the world's best players compete.
Make the “World” Your Major: Examining a Lack of Language at NYU Shanghai
Isabel Adler discusses how the lack of language classes at NYU Shanghai may be limiting the global experience its students seek.
Dumpling Festival: Come Hungry, Leave Happy
Isabel Adler covers this year's Dumpling Fest which offered 10,000 dumplings along with other games and activities.
Having A Conversation About First Year Dialogue
Isabel Adler explores the purpose of First Year Dialogue (FYD), a new program mandatory for all freshmen, and how students perceive its effectiveness.
Freshmen Find Their Way in GPS
Freshman get a taste of NYU Shanghai's required course Global Perspectives on Society.