Int L Student Guide Book June09

Table of Contents
WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL

Welcome Note. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mission Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Most Common Reasons to Visit ISS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sign Up for ISS News!!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 4 4
PROGRAMS
Join the International Club!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . International Student Mentor Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conversation Partners Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . International Student Advisory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 11
IMMIGRATION
Check-In!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Be a Smart F-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment Options for F-1 Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Be a Smart J-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment Options for J-1 Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How Do I Apply for a SSN?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tax Obligations for Internationals in F-1 & J-1 Statuses. . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACADEMICS
Possible Differences in U.S. & Other Educational Systems. . . . . . . . . . Language Learning Strategies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Speaking Up In Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips on Listening & Taking Notes in Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Need Support for Your English?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoid Plagiarism!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Students with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 14 16 18 19 20 21
STAYING HEALTHY
Coping Strategies for Dealing with Culture Shock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The New School Counseling Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What Do you Know about HIV/AIDS?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 23 23 24
LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

Spouses and Children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Where to Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . World Communities in NYC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Useful Websites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Get Connected!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Opening a Bank Account. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Writing a Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keeping a Budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apartment Hunting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Time Zones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daylight Savings Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Measurement System in the United States. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . International Student Services, The New School 2009 26 27 28 32 40 43 46 48 49 50 55 55 55 56
WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL!

Dear International Students, Welcome to the International Student Guide to Living in the U.S.. This booklet is a source of useful information on how to be a successful international student physically and mentally. We have a number of new initiatives that we are working on this year. Please join us at the International Student Advisory Board meetings to give your feedback and suggestions on our services. Look out for our newly designed ISS News for updates on SEVIS II, events and other changes in the regulations. We hope that you will have a great experience here and really get to know and enjoy The New School and New York City. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES (ISS) 79 Fifth Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003 Phone: 212.229.5592 Fax: 212.229.8992 Email: ISS@newschool.edu Office Hours (at 79 Fifth Ave.) Monday Friday: 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Drop-In Hours (at 79 Fifth Ave) Monday and Wednesday 2:00 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Call to make an appointment to see an advisor or stop by anytime during Drop-In advising. Bring all document related to your questions. MANNES ISS OFFICE 150 West 85th Street, Lobby, New York, NY 10024 Phone: 212.580.0210 x4844 Fax: 212.580.1738 Email: ISS@newschool.edu Best wishes on your studies here at The New School Monique Ngozi Nri Director, ISS nrim@newschool.edu
MISSION
International Student Services seeks to foster a high level of international educational exchange and to enhance the intellectual, artistic, cultural and social development of students, scholars, exchange visitors, faculty and administrative staff in a welcoming environment.
We aim to achieve this by:
Providing expertise and support throughout the U.S. visa application process and offering advisement on the maintenance of U.S. legal status, employment, reinstatement, change of status, program changes and other immigration related matters. Advising incoming students and scholars on U.S. higher education systems and cultural adjustment issues and supporting U.S. students seeking new lands to explore through Fulbright study abroad programs. Promoting excellent international programming within the University which connects with vibrant New York City and global resources and working towards internationalization.
International Student Services shares the University Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Policy and the University Diversity Committee's mission to combat discrimination, foster inclusiveness and respect differences both within the international community at The New School and between international and domestic students, staff, faculty and the wider NYC community. ISS actively seeks to include differing perspectives from all regions of the world (Africa, Asia, The Americas, Oceania and Europe) in its programming and to promote inter-cultural understanding and offer its services without discrimination. University Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity policy www.newschool.edu/admin/provost/policy_affirmative_action.html University Diversity Committee's mission www.newschool.edu/admin/provost/diversity_committee.html
MOST COMMON REASONS TO VISIT ISS

Check-in Change foreign address Travel signature Off-campus employment authorization Authorization to drop below full-time Withdrawal from program or leave of absence (with exit form) Change of major Change of degree level Extension of program of study Support letter for SSN (only available if student has a job offer and is authorized to work)
SIGN UP FOR ISS NEWS!!

ISS News is a list serve aiming to provide important information to F, J, B, and WT nonimmigrant students, professors, scholars, and dependents temporarily residing in the U.S ISS News communicates events and workshops, announces critical deadlines and changes in regulations and any other info you might need or be interested in. Please be sure to read the newsletter so you don't miss out on relevant information. The New School student email accounts will be automatically subscribed. To subscribe another account or to subscribe to several list serves simultaneously, send an email message as formatted below (leave the Subject blank) To: majordomo@newsite.newschool.edu Subject: Message: subscribe <ISSinterest>
PROGRAMS
JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL CLUB!
The International Club mission is to foster the participation of students at The New School in culturally diverse interactions that strengthen international bonds, and the ability to share customs and create awareness about cultural differences. We encourage learning through interaction, participation and collaboration in activities that portray various cultures. . Contact: internationalclub@newschool.edu
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT MENTOR PROGRAM

The International Student Mentor Program is designed to assist new international students in adjusting academically, culturally, and socially to the United States and The New School. Mentors are international or American students who have been at The New School for at least one semester and are truly committed to learning about new cultures, expanding their world vision, and helping new internationals adjust to their lives away from home. Mentees are New School undergraduate or graduate international students who have come thousands of miles to a new land to study, gain insight into a different culture, and share their cultures with others. Applications to be a Mentor or Mentee are available at the ISS office, email ISSevents@newschool.edu, or at www.newschool.edu/forms/Mentee_Application_2008.pdf
PROGRAMS
CONVERSATION PARTNERS PROGRAM

The Conversation Partners Program provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff of the New School community to improve language and communication skills in a relaxed non-academic setting. This is a great opportunity for language learners and people who want to learn more about other cultures. Conversation Partners can be degree and non-degree students, faculty, and staff. Participants are expected to have basic conversation skills in the language to be practiced. Conversation Partners should also be outgoing, social, approachable, and reliable, as well as respectful towards other individuals. Interest in learning and sharing new cultural experiences is essential. Applications to be a Conversation Partner are available at the ISS office, by emailing ISSevents@newschool.edu or at www.newschool.edu/forms/CP-Application_Form_2008.pdf
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD

The purpose of the board is to provide feedback concerning ISS services, website, programs, outreach and general effectiveness to the Director of ISS and other administrators. Meetings will provide a forum for discussion, leadership, and collaboration. For more information email Monique Ngozi Nri at NriM@newschool.edu.
IMMIGRATION
CHECK-IN!!
All international students, professors, and scholars must officially check in with ISS each and every time they enter the U.S. and at the beginning of every Fall and Spring semester. All new internationals must bring their immigration documents in person to ISS within 10 days of arriving in the U.S. It is necessary that you update ISS if any change to your forms is warranted such as a change in contact information, immigration documents or change of foreign address. Step by Step Procedure for Proper Check-In with ISS: www.newschool.edu/studentservices/international iss_checkin.aspx
IMMIGRATION
NEW STUDENTS
Please bring originals of the following documents and submit them in person at ISS Check-In. Passport and Visa page I-94 card (usually stapled to your passport) Original I-20(s)/DS-2019(s) Social Security Card if you have one Copy of health insurance (if not taking The New School insurance) Please note, you will need to know your local U.S. address when you check in.
CONTINUING STUDENTS
If it is not your first semester at The New School you can check in online at http://newschool.dormpro.com/forms/iss_CheckInSheet.html If any of the documents listed above have changed, please make a copy and submit to ISS as scanned copies via email to iss@newschool.edu; or paper copies via fax to 212.229.8992 or in person at the ISS office. Please put your New School ID, Last name, First name and 'ISS Check In' in the subject line. All international students will have holds placed for next semesters registration if they do not check in . Holds are removed after students have completed the International Student Check-in.
BE A SMART F-1 STUDENT

Attend orientation Enroll full-time every semester. Complete the official Check-In form with ISS every semester. Make sure ISS always has your current contact information and photocopies of your current passport (must be revalidated 6 months before it expires), visa, and I-94 card. Notify ISS within 10 days if you move or change your address or contact information. Obtain a valid travel signature from ISS before traveling outside of the U.S.. File taxes each Spring during your stay in the U.S. You need to have official permission from an ISS advisor to: Drop below full-time status Withdraw from your program Take a leave of absence Work off-campus
IMMIGRATION
F-1 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

You can never accept unauthorized employment. See below for the types of employment that are possible while in F-1 Student status. Look out for our employment workshops where we will give your more information.
ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
Students are allowed to work on-campus from the time they arrive in the U.S. in F-1 Student status to attend The New School. On-campus employment does not require any written permission. On-campus work must be limited to 20 hours per week while classes are in session, but can be full-time during official breaks and vacations. The Student Employment Office can let you know what jobs are available. Email the Student Employment Office at seo@newschool.edu or visit www.collegecentral.com/newschool
OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
In all cases, except for on-campus employment, be sure to obtain written authorization first. Contact ISS for further details.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is work off-campus in your field of study that is considered to be an integral part of an established curriculum. A request for authorization for CPT must be made to International Student Services. The objective of CPT is academic, not employment so your academic department must approve the employment as well. All international students must pick up a CPT request form from ISS, except for Parsons students. Parsons students must pick up the CPT request form from their academic advisor. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a type of employment that
allows F-1 students the opportunity to obtain full-time work authorization for 12 months in a position paid or unpaid that is directly related to a students major. Students usually use this type of employment after completing their programs of study, but some also do OPT before completing their program. In either situation, OPT is limited to a maximum of 12 months. Attendance at an OPT workshop is mandatory before applying for OPT. Be sure to attend a workshop during the semester you plan to apply.
IMMIGRATION
BE A SMART J-1 STUDENT

Attend orientation. Enroll full-time every semester. Complete the official Check-In form with ISS every semester. Make sure ISS always has your current contact information and photocopies of your current passport (must be revalidated 6 months before it expires), visa, and I-94 card. Notify ISS within 10 days if you move or change your address or contact information. Obtain a travel signature from ISS before you travel outside the U.S. Maintain adequate health insurance. File taxes each Spring during your stay in the U.S. Keep up to date on Department of State and Department of Homeland Security Regulations.
You need to have official permission from my RO/ARO to: Drop below full-time Withdraw from my program Questions or Comments? J-1 COMPLIANCE UNIT Take a leave of absence Telephone: (202) 203-5029 Work on or off-campus Fax: (202) 453-8640
J-1 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

You can never accept unauthorized employment. See below for the types of employment that are possible while in J-1 Student status. The decision of whether to grant employment authorization is at the discretion of your Responsible Officer. If your Responsible Officer is not part of The New School, you will need to learn your sponsoring organization's policies regarding work authorization.
ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
Students are allowed to work on-campus from the time they arrive in the U.S. in J-1 student status. On-campus employment DOES require written authorization before you may begin working. If you find an on-campus job, you must bring your offer letter to ISS to obtain the necessary authorization. Employment must be limited to 20 hours per week while classes are in session, but can be full-time during official breaks and vacations. The Student Employment Office handles on-campus jobs and can let you know what jobs are available. Email the Student Employment Office at seo@newschool.edu or visit the Student Financial Services website. www.newschool.edu/studentservices/financialaid/ or visit www.collegecentral.com/newschool
IMMIGRATION
OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
Academic Training (AT) is a type of employment that allows J-1
students the opportunity to obtain employment that is critical and integral to the students academic program of study. You are allowed one month of Academic Training for each month you are enrolled full-time in your program of study. It is limited to a maximum of 18 full months for your entire academic career. However, once students finish all requirements for their PhD, they are eligible for up to 36 months of Academic Training. Most students use this type of authorization after completing their programs of study, but some students may also do Academic Training before graduation. Talk to your International Student Advisor to discuss your options.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN)

Who is eligible for a SSN?
Non-immigrant international students and exchange visitorsi.e., internationals residing in the U.S. with F-1, J-1, or J-2 status with proof of work authorization. To apply for a social security number, you must have a support letter from the ISS office certifying your employability and a letter from your employer offering employment. You must have one of the following: Letter from your employer offering employment; Valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or written work authorization (within limitations of F or J regulations); (For F-1 students only) Practical Training authorization on the Form I-20; or (For J-1 Exchange Visitors only) Letter from your Responsible Officer explaining that you are eligible to work.
How do I apply for a SSN?

Once you have one of the items listed above, bring the original copy to the ISS office to request a social security support letter. When you pick up the social security support letter from the ISS office we will give you instructions on the locations of Social Security Administration (SSA) offices and a list of supporting documents to take with you. SSA Manhattan office hours are 9:00 a.m,-4:00p.m., Monday-Friday. Residents outside of Manhattan must apply at SSA in your area. You should receive your new Social Security card within two weeks after verification from Department of Homeland Security.
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TAX OBLIGATIONS FOR INTERNATIONALS IN F-1 AND J-1 STATUSES

The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires that you submit tax returns by April 15. State and city tax offices use this same deadline. In February and March of each year, ISS arranges special tax workshops for international students. Look for details in upcoming flyers and other announcements about workshops to help you.
All internationals (regardless if they earned income) are required to file Form 8843.
All internationals in F 1 and J 1 status who receive any sort of income including tuition reductions, scholarships, fellowships, grants, stipends, salaries, wages, interest, dividends, etc., from U.S. sources are also required to file tax returns with federal, state, and city governments.
When filing tax returns you do all three of the following: Report all U.S. source income for the entire previous year (January 1- December 31) Calculate how much tax is owed on that income, At each of the three levels of government, if you are owed money, request it. If you owe money, pay it. (Most internationals are owed money.)
Please note that neither International Student Services nor any other office at The New School can offer specific tax advice. It is your own responsibility to understand your tax obligations. Unfortunately, the rules are very different for international students, and it can be very confusing if you are not careful, you should not rely on anyone without training to help file your taxes. For Federal taxes visit www.irs.gov For New York State taxes visit www.tax.state.ny.us For New Jersey State taxes visit www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation
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ACADEMICS
POSSIBLE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN U.S. AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS
In Other Countries You May Find
Schools treat international students in a special way or make exceptions for them. They may have special classes, special exams, or easier requirements than domestic students.
In the U.S.
Schools offer little special treatment to international students. They are graded exactly like everyone else. Also, they do not get any special credit for having studied in English in their home countries.
Schools use exams as the primary form of evaluation making them the most important (or often exclusive) part of a students grade.
Schools emphasize writing skills, debate, and discussion of readings. Along with exams, class participation is often counted as a significant part of the final grade.
Schools preprogram coursework and schedules. Students know what they will take and when they will take it for the entire degree program.
Undergraduates are required to take courses within certain distribution requirements, but otherwise they can choose their own classes. Graduates may have stricter distribution requirements, but they too have choices about elective classes.
Students are expected to study in groups or may be assigned to groups in which they stay for their entire program.
Students choose their classes individually. They may find other students to study with on an individual basis. Some class professors may assign group projects.
In many countries, specialization begins at the pre-university level
In the first two years, undergraduates are expected to develop a general education. Specialization often begins during the junior year when students are expected to begin taking more courses in their area of interest. Note: Certain undergraduates specialize at the freshman or sophomore levels, e.g., engineering, music, natural resources, etc.
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In Other Countries You May Find

The lecture format is customary in most classrooms.
In the U.S. You Usually Find

Lectures are also common, but experiential forms of education may be more likely to be incorporated into the coursework. Students accept being called upon at random. Unless it is made obvious that they are not paying attention in class, they do not feel shame if they do not know an answer. Teachers often ask questions that require an opinion and do not have a right answer. Students may work in groups but almost always do many parts of their coursework individually. Also, students often compete. Students are often informal with their professors. The evaluation of students is based also on memorization and problem solving, but participation in discussion is more likely to be included. Also, creativity is much more likely to be a standard of evaluation. Students usually wait a much shorter period of time before speaking. They may even interrupt others. At times, interruptions may be considered appropriate and desirable because they further intellectual debate Students may tend to be more active in the classroom, where they are encouraged to express their opinions even if different from their professors. The evaluation of students is based also on memorization and problem solving, but participation in discussion is more likely to be included. Students may dress very informally for class. They may eat or drink in class if allowed by the instructor.
Students are expected to raise their hands if they wish to be called upon. If students are unable to answer a question correctly, this may result in loss of face or embarrassment.
Students often assist each other and have a team approach to study.
Students are often formal with their professors. The evaluation of students is based on memorization, problem solving, and possibly participation in discussions.
Students may wait a very long time to speak after someone else has spoken for fear of being rude and interrupting.
Students may tend to be more passive in the classroom, where they are expected to be silent even if they know the answer to a question or simply wish to express agreement with the professor.
Students may dress formally for class. They may not be permitted to eat or drink in class.
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LANGUAGE LEARNING STRATEGIES

LISTEN CAREFULLY
Attend classes and campus events. The language skills you will need to succeed academically can be best acquired in class and at campus functions. Campus functions are especially helpful, because they are safe situations in which to use academic English. Pay close attention to people you interact with. Use common sense to understand what is being said. For example, when waiters approach your tables at restaurants, you can assume that they are going to ask us to order. Listen to talk radio as you do chores around your home. Try to understand issues being discussed. National Public Radio offers many interesting listening programs such as WBGO-FM 88.3, WFUV-FM 90.7,WNYE-FM 91.5 and WNYC-FM 93.9. Find the schedule online. www.npr.org Watch movies and listen to songs in English. Ask questions of friends and discuss the meanings of new words. Pay special attention to the context of new vocabulary and phrases.
SPEAK ENGLISH
Speak English as often as you can. Speak to people at the deli, the laundromat, etc. In other words, talk to strangers! Dont be shy! Use new words and expressions. Try to memorize new words and expressions and practice using them until they become part of your repertoire. Get a speaking partner whose native language is NOT your own. Help each other explore English. AskHow do you say ___ in English? What does it mean? How do you pronounce ___? For instance, the Conversation Partners Program.
Read newspapers, magazines, and short stories in English. Choose topics that interest you. Dont focus on understanding every word and sentence. Instead, try to understand the main ideas before getting to the details. Check your comprehension of assigned readings. Take advantage of the opportunity to check your comprehension by making a study buddy. With your study buddy, you can discuss assigned readings and bring unresolved questions to class (or to your professor during office
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hours).
PRACTICE WRITING
Start writing your papers now. Dont wait until they are due. Ask your professors if you can write short papers to prepare for writing the larger assignments. Reserve time to practice. Keep copies of your writing as well as a diary of mistakes and corrections so that you learn from them. Use an all-English dictionary. Avoid pocket bilingual dictionaries. They often offer incomplete or misleading translationsnot full definitions. Use A Writers Reference by Diane Hacker, St. Martins Press. It is an excellent reference book to help you write in line with conventional style. It is available at most academic bookstores. Correspond via email with friends. This is a nice low-pressure way to get comfortable with writing. Keep a record of new vocabulary. Carry a small notebook all the time. Write new words and expressions, including how to pronounce them, a definition, and a sample sentence. For example: To turn down /t^rndaun/ to deny, not accept an offer: She was offered a job in Spain but turned it down to stay with him in New York.
THINK ABOUT GRAMMAR

Learn from your mistakes. Avoid making the same mistakes over and over by keeping a list of the mistakes and corrections. For example WRONG: I very much like New York. RIGHT: I like New York very much. WRONG: RIGHT:
Did you went to Peru? Did you go to Peru?
Study grammar on your own. The New Schools English Language Studies Program recommends that you use Basic Grammar in Use by Raymond Murphy, Cambridge University Press. It is available at most academic bookstores. Remember to get the answer key so that you can correct yourself and ask
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someone questions you might have.
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SPEAKING UP IN CLASS
In most classrooms, there are at least three occasions when it is important to speak up: during class discussions, in discussion groups, and when you are assigned to give an oral presentation.
CLASS DISCUSSIONS Many courses at The New School include class discussions. In the U.S.,
and especially at The New School, instructors believe in the value of individual ideas and commonly encourage students to express their beliefs, opinions, and concernseven if different from their own. The give-andtake of questions is freewheeling, fun, and above all, expected. When your instructors say, Are there any questions? they want people to speak up. Never hesitate to accept their invitation to participate.
DISCUSSION GROUPS
As a member of a small discussion group, you will have certain responsibilities. Volunteer for one of the jobs that may be assigned: facilitator, the person who guides the discussion and reports back to the whole class; recorder, the person who takes notes; and often there is a timekeeper.

Express your own views clearly and honestly. When it is time to come to a consensus, be ready to modify your views or to incorporate other peoples ideas as well. Listen carefully to the views of others. You can learn from other students ideas. Be ready to steer others back to the main topic if they drift from it. Ask for clarification if you do not understand. Dont be shy. An explanation may help others, too. Observe the techniques U.S. students use to gain a turn at speaking. In small groups, people rarely raise their hands to get permission to speak. Yet no one interrupts when someone else is talking. Unconsciously, they have learned to use body language, eye contact, and verbal strategies to signal others that they would like to talk. Acknowledge what other people in the group have said when you make your comments. This makes people feel good because they know that you have heard and thought about their contributions.
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GIVING A PREPARED TALK

The other side of speaking up in class is giving a prepared talk. As you take advanced courses in your major field, you may be asked to give prepared talks more often. The basics of talking in front of a group are similar whether the group is large or small. Unless you are prepared to speak totally off the cuff, use three-by-five-inch cards as a reference. If you need the security of writing out your entire talk for practice purposes, prepare it in a conversational style. Then practice your presentation so you only need to glance at your notes occasionally. With practice, you will develop your own style of speaking in front of a group Here are some points to keep in mind: Follow a simple structure for your talk. The basic formula for a successful short talk is introduce, elaborate, and recap. Make fewer main points than you would in a written report. Do not strive for perfect grammar. In an oral report, it is perfectly acceptable to use phrases that are not complete sentences. Speak conversationally. You shouldnt sound as if you have memorized your speech. Involve your audience. Find ways to get listeners to share your enthusiasm for the topic. Be conscious of your body language. Your gestures and poise should contribute to your overall presentation. Stay relaxed, but do not slouch. Make eye contact with your fellow students. A helpful technique is to look for those people who appear receptive and talk to them. Try using a podium or lecture stand if one is available. Use illustrations if you speak for more than five to ten minutes. Use a flip chart, write on the blackboard, or distribute a photocopied handout. Remember your audience is friendly, not hostile. Every student knows it is difficult to speak in front of a group, and everyone is rooting for you to do well.
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Keep in mind the importance of time. You will lose your audience if your talk goes on too long.
University Writing Center 71 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor 212.229.5121 http://www.newschool.edu/admin/ writingcenter/ writingcenter@newschool.edu Monday-Thursday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m Friday 10:00 a.m-5:00 p.m The New School for General Studies Jackie Maffiore English Language Studies (ELS) 68 Fifth Avenue, Mezzanine 212.229.5372 x 4174 elsc@newschool.edu maffiorj@newschool.edu The New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music Program Dan Greenblatt Director of Academic Advisor & Brenda Barlow Assistant Director of Academic Affairs 55 West 13th Street, 5th floor 212.229.5896 x4590 212.229.5896 x4577 barlowb@newschool.edu greenbld@newschool.edu The New School for Social Research Milano The New School for Management and Urban Policy Melissa Monroe Graduate Writing Coordinator The New School Graduate Programs Writing Center 212.229.5310 monroem@newschoo.edu Parsons The New School for Design Gregory Newton ESL and Writing Coordinator Art and Design Studies Department 2W 13th Street, Room 605 212.229.8916 x 4084 newtong@newschool.edu Assis150 212. AxConversation Partner Program see page 6 on this guide for information on how to sign up.
The New School for Drama Matthew Kelty Director of Admissions and Academic Affairs 151 Bank Street, Room 102 212.229.5859 keltym@newschool.edu Mannes College The New School for Music Audry Axinn tant Dean West 85th Street 580.0210 x4836 innA@newschool.edu
TIPS ON LISTENING NOTES IN CLASS

Attending the first course anyone, and if your first
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it is important to realize that you may miss some material initially--but dont give up! Keep attending class. At every new class, you will find that you understand more and more. Remember that the rhythm of spoken English in the U.S. tends to be uneven and sounds different from the English spoken in other countries. In some ways it is like the syncopated rhythm of jazz. Each syllable in an English word or sentence has a strong or weak stress. Speakers rush over unstressed syllables and stretch out stressed syllables. Here are some HELPFUL TIPS. Use the ones you think will work best for you! Write down assignments for the next class. If the assignment is not clear to you, ask the professor for clarification. Read the assigned material before class. Preparation is the single most important way to understand key concepts, words, and phrases. Make notes and underline important points, phrases, or concepts you dont understand. Listen for the major points. Dont worry if you dont understand every detail. Keep listening. You are not expected to have perfect comprehension. Hint: some professors repeat major points and emphasize them. Learn the phrases that introduce a new topic, signal a change of topic, or summarize what has been said. Make a list of these types of expressions, such as Now, well turn to . . ., I will give three examples why . . ., My point is that . . . . When you hear them, get ready to write. Notice what the professor writes on the blackboard. Pay close attention and put it in your notes. Be sure to pick up any handouts or materials that are distributed in class. Come to class on time, and sit in the front. You should be in your seat, prepared to concentrate and take notes, before the instructor begins.
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Paraphrase: using someone elses ideas, but putting them in your own words. This is probably the skill you will use the most when incorporating sources into your writing. Although you use your own words to paraphrase, you must still acknowledge the source of the information.
CITATION RESOURCES:
www.mla.org/ www.apastyle.org/ http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/557/01/ http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ www.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/library/workshop/citmla.htm www.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/library/workshop/citapa.htm www.wisc.edu/writing/Handbook/Documentation.html www.newschool.edu/admin/writingcenter/documents/ AvoidPlagiarism.pdf
If you have questions, speak to your academic advisor, visit the University Writing Center, or speak to an ISS Advisor for assistance.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

In keeping with the universitys policy of providing equal access for students with disabilities, any student with a disability who needs academic accommodations should contact Student Disability Services (SDS). Reasonable accommodations are made for individual students, based on the need(s) presented and appropriate disability documentation. These services can include but are not limited to: Class room modifications, such as preferential seating or the use of a tape recorder Testing adjustments, such as extended exam time or enlarged text Providing physical access to programs and services Registration assistance Sign language interpreters Referrals to other resources, such as counseling, health services, and rehabilitation agencies Training on how to communicate effectively with instructors and others on disability-related needs
For further information please email studentdisability@newschool.edu or call 212.229.5626

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STAYING HEALTHY
COPING STRATEGIES FOR DEALING WITH CULTURE SHOCK
Having culture shock is a natural process when adjusting to a new environment. Dont worry. Learn how to deal with it! And remember, there is always someone or some service available to help you if you feel stressed. Here are a few tips to help you cope: Never confuse your ability to speak the new language with your intelligence. Focus on getting through the transitional period. Maintain confidence in yourself. Follow your ambitions and continue your plans for the future. Pay attention to relationships with your family and friends. They will be a great source of support for you in difficult times. Allow yourself to feel sad about the things you have left behind: your family, friends, etc. Develop a hobby. Try to keep busy. Dont forget the good things you already have and train yourself to look for the best, not the worst, in situations. Arrange for something pleasant to look forward to. Be patient with yourself and othersadjustment to a new culture takes time. Start a journal of the new things you come across every day and your reactions to them. Writing things down will help you keep them in perspective, and are funny to look back on. Try to keep your sense of humor no matter how hard it is. Dont try too hard! Learn to integrate regular forms of aerobic physical activity in your routine. Relaxation methods and meditation can be helpful during periods of stress. Maintain contact with your ethnic group. This will give you a sense of belonging and reduce feelings of loneliness and alienation. (See World Communities in NYC on p. 32) Maintain contact with your new culture. Learn the language. Get involved in community activities that allow you to practice English.
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THE NEW SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES

Counseling Services offers short-term individual counseling, group counseling, psychiatric consultations, crisis intervention, referrals and workshops. All services are free to students who have paid the Health Services Fee. All services are confidential and any contact with this program will not be part of your academic record. Counseling Services (Loeb Residence Hall) 135 East 12th Street, Second Floor 212.229.1671 option 1 Office Hours (closed on university holidays, limited summer hours) Monday & Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Walk-In Hours Monday to Friday, 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. You can walk in and see a counselor during these times. If you need immediate assistance or you have an emergency outside the business hours, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
MEDICINE
In the United States, there are roughly two types of medications: Over-thecounter-drugs (OTC) and Prescription drugs. OTC drugs are the medications that you can buy at drug stores without prescriptions. Some OTC medications have side effects. Read the symptoms and directions carefully. If you have questions, ask a pharmacists. Prescription drugs can be purchased at pharmacies and pharmacy counters in drugstores. Make sure to bring your insurance card with you for the prescription. Depending on your insurance coverage, you are usually required to pay a co-payment, which is a fixed amount of money you need to pay when you use the insurance. Any amount more than the co-payment will be covered by your insurance, until you use up to the maximum coverage for the year.
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WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT HIV AND AIDS?

What Exactly Is HIV? What is AIDS?
The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) causes the progressive weakening of the bodys immune system. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), is the final stage of the weakening of the bodys immune system. People infected with the HIV virus are known as HIV+. Many who are HIV+ have no symptoms for years. People with AIDS may become sick because their bodies can no longer fight off infections. No cure is available, but early detection and treatment of HIV infection can delay the onset of AIDS and provide years of healthy living.
What High-Risk Behavior Can Cause Me To Be Infected By HIV?

HIV cannot be transmitted in the same everyday way as viruses that cause colds, influenza, or many other contagious illnesses. You can become infected with HIV only if it is introduced into your bloodstream via certain body fluids of an infected person such as blood, semen, vaginal secretion, and breast milk. Most HIV+ people became infected by practicing "unsafe sex"that is, anal or vaginal intercourse or oral sex without a condomwith an HIV+ partner. Many others became infected by sharing needles (for injecting drugs, acupuncture, tattooing, or piercing) with someone who is infected.
Other Things to Think About

Cuts, acne, abrasions, or any other damage to your skin might provide an opportunity for infectionespecially during sexual activity that might bring these areas into contact with another persons blood, semen, vaginal secretions, or breast milk. Most methods of contraception including oral contraceptives (the pill), diaphragm, IUD, or sponge DO NOT protect against the spread of HIV. Only latex condoms and dental dams can protect against HIV. Safe sex is not a one-person activity. To truly protect yourself, safer sex is something that must be practiced by both you and your partner.
How Do I Protect Myself If I Choose to Have Sexual Intercourse or Oral Sex with Another Person? Always use latex condoms or dental dams.
Latex condoms and dental dams are available at pharmacies and at the Student Health Services Center. If you do not know how to use a latex condom or dental dam, dont be shyask. It is better to ask than to
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participate blindly in what might be risky behavior. Pamphlets are available to guide you, and you can always ask a practitioner at the Student Health Services Center.
Get to know and communicate with your partner.
Learn about your partners history and behavior. Remember that it takes time to get to know someone well and to trust him or her. Always be open, honest, and protect yourself first.
Remember that alcohol and drug use can lead to risky be-
havior. How Do I Protect Myself If I Choose to Get Tattooed, Pierced, or Take Drugs Intravenously?
DO NOT SHARE NEEDLES. If you inject drugs or steroids, seek help from a physician, nurse, counselor, or community agency specializing in alcohol and drug treatment. If you choose to get tattooed or get yourself pierced, be certain that only sterile needles are used. Receive acupuncture only from a qualified medical practitioner who uses sterilized needles.
Get More Information THE NEW SCHOOL STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

free and strictly confidential HIV testing Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 135 East 12th Street, 2nd floor Health Education Medical Services Health Education Medical Services 212.229.5687 x4605 212.229.1671 option 2 212.229.5687 x4605 212.229.1671 option 2 Counseling Counseling 212.229.1671 option 1 212.229.1671 option 1
If you prefer to seek information anonymously, call the Center for Disease Controls Hotline:
CDC NATIONAL STD & AIDS HOTLINE

Main Line (24 hrs) 800.342.AIDS Spanish (8 a.m. 2 a.m.) 800.344.7432 TTY (10 a.m. 10 p.m.) 800.243.7889
Gay Mens Health Center (GMHC )

Free HIV testing for everyone 119 W 24th St New York, NY 10011 212. 367.1420 www.gmhc.org/
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SPOUSES AND CHILDREN
Bringing your family with you can be a fulfilling experience for all, it will allow you to share a wonderful experience as well as expose them to a new environment and facilitate the learning of English.
HOUSING
The New School does not have family housing accommodations so you will have to look for off-campus alternatives. See page 50 in this booklet for more information on apartment hunting.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Any child between 5 and 21 is entitled to attend public school free of charge. You will need to present a copy of the childs birth certificate and proof of required immunizations. NYC Department of Education http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm Inside Schools http://insideschools.org/ Great Schools http://www.greatschools.net/
PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS

Independent and Catholic schools are also available. For these schools, students must to go through an application and testing process. For more information on these options see: Independent schools www.nais.org/admission/schoolSearch.cfm
ACTIVITIES FOR SPOUSES

If your spouse is not as fluent in English, it is a good idea for him/her to get involved in activities that allow them to practice their English as much as possible. ISS has a number of events and programs that can help spouses practice English and meet other students. The Conversation Partners program provides the opportunity to practice the language in an informal setting (see page 6). We also host a Book Club that meets to discuss internationally themed books. For more information about meeting dates and chosen books email issevents@newschool.edu
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International Education Week is a week long event that celebrates international education and gives international students the opportunity to share their perspectives, food and culture with other students, faculty and staff. Spouses are invited to volunteer and actively participate in all the events. For more information email iew@newschool.edu Another alternative is to volunteer at one of the multiple organizations available in the New York city area. For a list of organizations and their options email issevents@newschool.edu.
SAFETY TIPS
While the city has become much safer in the past years, it is always important to be alert and follow general safety rules. Avoid dimly lit and deserted street, specially if you are walking alone. When riding the subway late at night, wait on the platform near the station booth and ride in the cars in the middle near the conductor. Always have a little cash in hand to take a taxi, just in case. Do not take out money or count your money in public places. Hold on to your personal belongings, keep purses shut and always keep them close to you. Avoid parks after dark. Try not to look lost (even if you are). Do not open maps in public places as that can identify you as a target for pickpockets and con-artists. Begging, or panhandling on subways is illegal. Never feel pressured to give money to panhandlers, even if they are aggressive. Keep the door to your apartment or dorm locked at all times. Never open your door to someone without knowing who they are. When you come home, have your keys ready. Never stand outside looking for your keys. If you lose your keys, get your locks changed immediately. Make sure your apartment is equipped with a smoke detector. Your landlord is required by law to provide one. Check that the batteries are still functioning occasionally.
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WHERE TO SHOP AROUND THE NEW SCHOOL

Books & Music
Barnes & Noble Booksellers Strand Bookstore
828 Broadway (at 12th St.) 212.473.1452 www.strandbooks.com
(university bookstore, *show your ID for no-tax): 105 Fifth Ave. (E 18th Street) 212.807.0099 www.bn.com
East West Books (Eastern & Western spirituality books)
The Annex, Strand Bookstore (used books)

95 Fulton Street (3 blocks East of Broadway) 212.732.6070
78 Fifth Ave. (btw 13th & 14th) 212.243.5994. www.eastwestnyc.com
33 East 17th Street 212.253.0810 Mon-Sun 10am -10pm www.bn.com
Barnes & Noble Booksellers Union Square
(By Columbia University) 536 West 112th Street 212.865.1588 www.bookculture.com
Book Culture
Art, Fashion & Office Supplies

New York Central Art Supply
132 W 21st btw 6th & 7th Ave. 137 E 23rd on Lexington Ave. www.davinciartistsupply.com
DaVinci Artist Supply
62 3rd Ave. (11th St) 212.473.7705 Mon-Sat 8:30-6:15 www.nycentralart.com/ 111 Fourth Avenue (Btw 11th & 12th St) 212.777.5353 237 W 23rd Street Btw 7th and 8th Aves. 212 675.8699 www.utrechtart.com/
Utrecht (art)
561 Fashion Ave 2nd floor (@40th St. btw 7th & 8th Ave.) 212.869.0142
Rosen & Chadick Textiles (fashion)
5-9 Union Square W 212.929.6323 Mon - Fri: 7am-10pm Sat: 9:00am-9:00pm Sun:9:00am-9:00pm www.staples.com/
Staples (office)
250 West 27th St. 212.633.9646 www.fashiondesignbooks.com
Fashion Design Bookstore (art & sewing supply)
15 E 13th Street 212.807.0465 www.eastsidecopy.com
East Side Copy (copy center)
Pearl (art)
308 Canal Street 212.431.7932 www.pearlpaint.com/
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Groceries
Whole Foods Market
Union Square 14th St Phone: 212.673.5388 Daily 8 a.m. 11 p.m.
The Food Emporium

10 Union Sq. 14th & Park Ave. Daily 6 a.m. 12 a.m. 212.353.3840
th 64 University Place at 11th Street 212.674.7101
Grocer Johns
19 West 14th Street th th (btwn 5th & 6th Ave.)
Whole Foods Market (Chelsea)

250 7th Avenue (corner of 24th Street) 212.924.5969 phone Daily 8 a.m. 11 p.m.
DAgostino
Gristedes 082
25 University Place 8th Street 212.353.1330 Daily 7 a.m. 12 a.m.
Garden of Eden Gourmet Market

7 E 14th St th (btw 5th & Union Square) Daily 7 a.m. 12 a.m.
The Food Emporium

475 6th Ave & W. 12th St. 212.242.9763 M - F 7 a.m. 12 a.m. Sat & Sun 7 a.m. 10 p.m.
Gristedes 543
3 Sheridan Square & W 4th Street 212.229.3893 Daily 7 a.m. 12 a.m.
Westside Market
77 7th Ave # 1 th (btw 14th &15) 212.807.7771
Trader Joes
142 E. 14th St. rd th (Btw 3rd & 4th Ave.) 212.529.4612 Daily 9 a.m. 10 p.m.
Morton Williams Supermarket

278 Park Avenue South nd (22nd Street) 212.982.7325
DAgostino
257 West 17th Street, th th (@7th & 8th ) 212. 366.4474
Gourmet Garage
117 7th Ave South (10th St.) 212.699.5980 Daily 7 a.m. 10 p.m.
Some supermarkets offer shopping club cards (reward cards not credit cards) for discount. Memberships are usually free of charge.
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Specialty Food Market

Balduccis Balduccis Citarella Citarella
424 Sixth Ave 424 Sixth Ave (corner of 9th street) (corner of 9th street) 212.874.0383 212.874.0383
81 8th Avenue (14th St.) 81 8th Avenue (14th St.) 212.741.3700 212.741.3700 212.255.4200 212.255.4200
Integral Yoga Natural Integral Yoga Natural Food Food

229 West 13th Street 229 West 13th Street (btw 7th & 8th (btw 7th & 8th )) 212.243.2642 212.243.2642
Farmers Market Farmers Market

Bway & E17th St @ UnBway & E17th St @ Union Square ion Square Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, 8amMon, Wed, Fri, Sat, 8am6 pm 6 pm
Garden of Eden Garden of Eden

7E 14th St (btw 5th and 7E 14th St (btw 5th and Union Square) Union Square) 212.255.4200 212.255.4200
Nearest Post Office from school:

93 4th AVE on 10th ST 70 W 10th ST near 6th AVE
Check post office locations near you at www.usps.com Toll-free: (800) ASK-USPS
Electronics
Best Buy (electronics)
622 Broadway (btw Bleecker St. & E. Houston) 212.673.4067
www.bestbuy.com
Best Buy (electronics)

60 W 23rd St. 212.366.1373 www.bestbuy.com
120 E 14 Street (btw 4th & 3rd Ave) 212.979.2600 www.pcrichard.com
P. C. Richard & Son
B&H
420 9th Ave (btw 33rd & 34th streets) 212.239.7500 www.bhphotovideo.com
J&R
23 Park Row #14 (across from City Hall Park) 212.238.9000 www.jr.com
TekServe (Apple specialist)

119 West 23rd St (btw 6th & 7th Ave) 212.929.3635
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For Home and Drug Stores

Kmart
770 Broadway (btw 8th & 9th Street) 212.673.1540 www.kmart.com
Kmart
250 West 34th Street (at Penn Station) 212.760.1188 www.kmart.com

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Bed Bath and Beyond

620 Sixth Ave. (btw 18th & 19th ) 212.255.3550
Pier 1 Imports
71 Fifth Ave. (@15th St) 212.206.1911 www.pier1.com
TJ Maxx
620 6th Ave. (btw 18 & 19th above the Bed Bath and Beyond) 212.229.0875 www.tjmaxx.com
24 E 14th Street (btw 5th University Pl) 212.989-3632 www.duanereade.com 501 6th Ave (13th St) 212.727.3720 www.riteaid.com
Duane Reade (drugstore)
CVS (drugstore)
215 Park Ave. South (at 18th St) 646.602.8237 www.cvs.com
Rite Aid (drugstore)
Fashion and Apparel

Daffys (designer discount)
1311 Broadway & 34th St. 212.736.4477
Filenes Basement (designer discount)

620 Ave. of America 212.620.3100
707 6th Ave. (btw 23rd & 22nd) 212.229.300
Burlington Coat Factory (designer discount)
Filenes Basement (designer discount)

4 Union Square South 212.358.0169
Loehmanns (designer discount)

7th Ave. & 16th St. 212.352.0856 .
151 W 34th St (btw 6th & 7th Ave.): 212.695.4400
Macys (department store)
H&M (Clothes)
111 Fifth Ave. (18th St) 212.539.1741
Paragon Sports (sporting appliances)

867 Broadway, (btw 17th & 18th) 212.255.8036
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WORLD COMMUNITIES IN NYC
NEED SUPPORT FOR YOUR ENGLISH?
BRAZIL
Brazilian Consulate 1185 Ave of Americas, NYC 212.827.0976 www.brazilny.org/
* Community
Little Brazil (btw 5th & 7th Ave on W 45th and 46th St) NYC
* Stores and Dining

SOB'S 204 Varick St, NYC (at Houston), 212.243.4940 Delicia Restaurant 322 W 11th St, NYC 212.242.2002 Casa 72 Bedford St, NYC 212.366.9410
* Media
Verde Amarelo www.verdeamarelo.net
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CANADA
Consulate Canadian General 1251 Avenue of the Americas, NYC 212.596.1783 http://geo.international.gc.ca/can-am/ new_york/
* Community
Canadian Association of New York www.canadianassociationny.org/ Canada in NY: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/ uppernorthside/
* Stores and Dining

Canadian Sweets www.canadiansweets.com T-Poutine 168 Ludlow St (btw Stanton and Orchard Streets) 646.833.7444 Tim Hortons 1286 Broadway Avenue www.timhortons.com
AVOID PLAGIARISM!
WHAT IS PLAGIARISM?
In college courses, we are continually engaged with other peoples ideas: we read them in texts, hear them in lecture, discuss them in class, and incorporate them into our own writing. As a result, it is very important that we give credit where it is due. Plagiarism is using others ideas and words without clearly acknowledging the source of that information. It is a very serious offense and some students even fail their classes because of plagiarism.
* Media
CTV http://www.ctv.ca/ CBC News http://www.cbc.ca/
WHEN TO USE CITATIONS
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COLOMBIA
Colombian Consulate General 10 East 46th Street 212.798.9000 www.consuladodecolombiany.com
To avoid plagiarism, you must give credit whenever you Use another persons idea, opinion, or theory; Use any facts, statistics, graphs, drawingsany pieces of informationthat are not common knowledge; Use quotations of another persons actual spoken or written words; or Paraphrase of another persons spoken or written words.
* Community
Jackson Heights Take the 7 train to 82 St - Jackson Heights
* Stores and Dining

Pollos Mario 8302 37th Ave, Jackson Heights (7 line to 82nd St) 718.457.8800 Natives 8222 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights 718.335.0780 La Pequea Colombia 83-27 Roosevelt Ave, Jackson Heights 718.478.8700
STRATEGIES FOR AVOIDING PLAGIARISM

Put in quotations everything that comes directly from the text, especially when taking notes. Paraphrase, but be sure you are not just rearranging or replacing a few words. Instead, read over what you want to paraphrase carefully; cover up the text with your hand or close the text so you cant see any of it. Write out the idea in your own words without looking. Check your paraphrase against the original text to be sure you have not accidentally used the same phrases or words, and that the
* Media
Colombia www.colombia.com Colombia FM www.wn.com/ colombiafm
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ETHIOPIA
Ethiopian Consulate General 866 Second Avenue 212.421.1830 www.ethiopianembassy.org/
GERMANY
Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany 871 United Nations Plaza, NYC 212.610.9700 www.germany.info/newyork/
* Community
Ethiopian American Community http://ethiopianamerican.com/
* Community
Deutsches Haus 42 Washington Mews, NYC 212.998.8660 www.nyu.edu/deutscheshaus
* Stores and Dining

Awash 338 East 6th Street 212.982.9589 Queen of Sheba 650 10th Avenue (btw 45 &46 St) 212.397.0610 The Ethiopian Restaurant 1582 York Avenue (btw 83 & 84 St) 212.717.7311
Stores and Dining

Hallo Berlin 626 10th Ave (@ 44th Street) 212.977.1944 Lederhosen 39 Grove Street NYC 212.206.7691 Koglin German Hams, 303 Grand Central Terminal Main Course Level 212.499.0725 http://www.koglinroyalhams.com
* Media
Horn of Africa www.voanews.com/horn/ amharic_audio.cfm
* Media
Germany in NYC www.germanyinnyc.com
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INDIA
Consulate General of India in New York 3 East, 64th Street (btw Madison & 5th ) 212.774.0600 http://www.indiacgny.org/
ISRAEL
Consulate General of Israel in NY 800 Second Avenue, 13th Floor NYC 212.499.5400 http://www.israelfm.org
* Community
Murray Hill (Curry Hill) in NY 110 Lexington Ave. btw 27th & 29th (Take 6 train 28th Street) East Sixth Street between 1st & 2nd Ave Jersey City (Little India) Newark Avenue between Kennedy Boulevard and Tonnelle Avenue (Take PATH train to Journal Square.)
* Community
Jewish Community Center 334 Amsterdam Avenue 646.505.4444
* Stores and Dining

Israel Mini Market 105 3rd Ave # 1213, Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.624.3038 Eichlers Judaica 62 W 45th St, NYC 212.719.1918 Eretz Kosher Speciality Store 692 Columbus Ave. NYC 212.865.0833
* Stores and Dining

Banjara 97 1st Avenue 212.477.5956 Jackson Diner 34-47 74th Street (Jackson Heights) 718.672.1232
* Media * Media
India Abroad http://www.indiaabroad.com/ WMBC-TV (free programs) ASIAN VARIETY SHOW Sat 10am. NAMASTE AMERICA Sat 12:00noon & Sun 10:00am. SHOW BIZ INDIA- Saturday 09:00am ( H indi/English) www.wmbctv.com/ethnic/ southasian.html Israelim.com (Online community for Israelite) http://www.israelim.com/ Judaica Online http://www.judaicaonline.com/ index.htm The Jewish Week (New York local paper) http://www.thejewishweek.com
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information is accurate.
TERMS TO KNOW
Quotation: using someone elses words. When you quote, place the you are using in quotation marks and exact passage
ITALY
Consulate General of Italy 690 Park Avenue 212.439.8600 www.consnewyork.esteri.it
JAPAN
Consulate General of Japan 299 Park Avenue, 18th Floor 212.371.8222 www.ny.us.emb-japan.go.jp/
* Community
East Village-especially on 9th & St. Marks (8th Street) between 2nd and 3rd Ave Japanese American Association 15W 44th St, 11th Floor 212.840.6942 www.jaany.org
* Community
Little Italy (Manhattan) Mulberry St. btw Canal St and Spring St www.littleitalynyc.com Arthur Avenue (Bronx) #4 or D train to Fordham Rd then #12 bus heading east.
* Store
JAS Mart (3 locations in NYC) 212.420.6370 35 St. Marks Place, (btw 2nd & 3rd Ave) 34 E 23rd St, (btw Madison & Park Ave.) Sunrise Mart 4 Stuyvesant St. (btw 2nd & 3rd Ave) Book-Off 14 East 41st S, NYC (Btw Madison & 5th Ave) 212.685.1410 Panya (Japanese Bakery) 10 Stuyvesant St (near 9th St and 3rd Av)
* Stores and Dining

Buon Italia - imported Italian food 75 9th Avenue btw 15 & 16 St, in Chelsea Market 212.633.9090 www.buonitalia.com Rizzolis Bookstore 31 W 57th St (btw 5th and 6th Ave Toll Free 800.52.BOOKS
* Media
RAI - Italian TV on WMBC-tv www.wmbctv.com/ethnic/rai.html
* Media
U.S. Benri-cho www.us-benricho.com/
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KOREA
Consulate General of the Republic of Korea 335 E 45th Street 646.674.6000 www.koreaconsulate.org
MEXICO
Mexican Consulate General 27 East 39th Street 212.217.6400 http://portal.sre.gov.mx/nuevayork/
* Community
Korea Town Between 32nd & 34th St and 6th Ave & Park Ave. Korean American Association of Greater New York 149 West 24th St. 6th Floor, 212.255.6969 www.nykorean.org/ Korean Cultural Service 460 Park Ave.(57th St.) 212.759.9550 http://www.koreanculture.org/
* Community
Mexican Cultural Institute of New York 27 East 39th Street 212.217.6478 www.lavitrina.com
* Stores and Dining

Mexico 2000 (food and groceries) 367 Broadway, BK 718.782.3797 Gonzalez and Gonzalez 625 Broadway 212.473.8787 Veracruz 195 Bedford Avenue, BK 718.486.3333 La Esquina 114 Kenmare Street 646.613.7100
* Stores and Dining

Han Ah Reum Supermarket 25 W 32nd St, 212.695.3283 DO Hwa (Korean dinning) 55 Carmine St, 212.414.1224 Koryo Bookstore 35 W 32nd St (between 5th Ave & Broadway) 212.564.1844
* Media
Univision www.univision.com
* Media
WMBC News Daily 8pm-10pm www.wmbctv.com/ethnic/ korean_programs.html NY Korean Times http://ny.koreatimes.com/
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TURKEY
Consulate General of Turkey 821 United Nations Plaza 212. 949.0160 www.turkishconsulateny.org/
UNITED KINGDOM
British Consulate General of Turkey 845 Third Avenue 212.745.0200 www.britainusa.com/ny/
* Community
Turkish Student Association at Columbia University www.columbia.edu/~sss31/Turkiye/ lokanta.html
* Community
Little Britain Greenwich Ave btw W13th & W12th
* Stores and Dinning

Tea & Sympathy (British snacks & restaurant) 108 Greenwich Ave 212.989.9735 A Salt and Batter (fish and chips) 112 Greenwich Ave 212.254.6610 Fiddlesticks Pub & Grill 56 Greenwich Av 212.463.0516

Manhattan Helal Meat Market 529 9th Ave. (Between 39 & 40th St.) 212.695.3061 Zeytinz (dining &gift items) 24 West 40th Street (btw 5th & 6th) 212.575.8080 Bereket 187 E Houston 212.475.7700 Beyoglu 1431 3rd Avenue (@ 81 St) 212.650.0850
* Media
BBC World Service www.bbcworldservice.com
* Media
Turkish Times www.theturkishtimes.com/
For more consulates in NYC, visit: www.citidex.com/252.htm Email iss@newschool.edu to add resources!
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document the source according to a documentation style (eg. MLA or APA). Citation: is a reference to a book, article, web page, or other published item, with sufficient detail to identify the item.
ARGENTINA
Argentina Consulate General 12 W 56th St, NYC 212. 603.0400 www.congenargentinany.com/
* Community
Take the 7 train to Junction Blvd.
Queens - Roosevelt Ave. and Junction Blvd.

The Argentine Pavillion 32 West 46th St, NYC (btw 5th & 6th Ave) 212.921.0835 Buenos Aires (Argentinian Style Steak) 513 East 6th Street, NYC (Ave. A) 212.228.2775 El Gauchito Restaurant 94-60 Corona Avenue, Queens
718.271.8198
* Media
Argentina Observatory www.argentinaobservatory.org
CHINA
Consulate General of the Peoples Republic of China in New York: 520 12th Ave. 212.244 9456
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www.nyconsulate.prchina.org/eng/
* Community
Chinese American Planning Council 50 Elizabeth St, NYC 212.941.0920 www.cpc-nyc.org Chinatown in Manhattan: Lower East Side of Manhattan around Canal Street. Chinatown in Flushing, Queens: take 7 Subway to Flushing--Main Street LIRR train on the Port Washington to Main) Brooklyn Chinatown: located along Eight Avenue from 62nd to 42nd street (Take N train to the 8th Avenue stop)
* Stores and Dining

Jing Fong 20 Elizabeth Street 212.964.5256 Deluxe Food Market 79 Elizabeth Street 212.925.5766
* Media
SinoVIsion (TV station) www.sinovision.net The Epoch Time www.epochtimes.com/
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Dominican

Republic Consulate General 1501 Broadway, Suite 410 www.consuladord-ny.org
212.768 2480
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* Community
Washington Heights North of West Harlem (Starting at 155 St) and South of especially around 181 St. and St. Nicholas. Woodside Located on 46th and 49th 46th and 48th Avenues, Queens. Streets Inwood, between
* Stores and Dining

Dominican Communications Corp Store # 3 Broadway (btw 162&163 St) 212.740.5776 El Presidente 3938 Broadway La Casa del Mofongo 1447 St. Nicholas Avenue 212.927.7011 212.740.1200 3889
* Media
Dominican Times News www.dominicantimesnews.com
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USEFUL WEBSITES
Here is a list of websites that you might find helpful! Books and DVDs
www.amazon.com Online site to buy books, DVDs, and more. www.bn.com Online site to buy books, DVDs, and music. www.bookfinder.com Online book and textbook store helps find the textbook you need at the lowest price. www.bigwords.com Textbook price comparison www.half.com Discount textbooks. www.netflix.com Online DVD rental.
Information on New York City

www.mta.info Public transportation maps, including bus and subway. www.hopstop.com Allows you to enter your starting address and destination address, to find out the best routes via subway or bus. www.ridethecity.com Bike transit Guide. Allows you to enter a start address and a destination address with multiple route options in order to find the best way to bike anywhere. www.nypl.org New York Public Library locations and hours and also allows you to renew or reserve a book online. www.bigonion.com New York City walking tours. www.craigslist.com Classified advertisements for apartments, roommates, and other information. www.dailycandy.com a free daily e-mail, insider's guide to New York City. The Weekend Guide, published every Thursday, includes new restaurants, sales, and events. www.flavorpill.com Gives a listing of galleries in New York City. www.menupages.com NYC Restaurant Guide with restaurant and menu information. www.nycvisit.com New York Citys official tourism website. www.newyork.citysearch.com Reviews and directions to top restaurants, events, night clubs, shops, services and more, in New York City.
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www.opentable.com Restaurant listings and reservations online. www.sheckys.com The comprehensive online guide to bars, clubs and lounges, shopping, nightlife, beauty, food and more in New York City. www.yogatothepeople.com Yoga Studio located at 12 St. Marks Place. www.roommate.com Connects and helps people find roommates. www.bigapplegreeter.org Free tours of New York City
Free Local Newspapers and Magazines

The L Magazine (event guide) www.thelmagazine.com The Village Voice www.villagevoice.com AM New York www.amny.com Metro http://ny.metro.us
ORGANIZATIONS IN NEW YORK CITY

One-to-World is a private, not-for-profit organization, with a mission to create global learning opportunities for students, educators, and the community in New York City and beyond.
285 West Broadway, Suite 450 (between Canal & Lispenard Streets) New York, NY 10013 Tel 212.431.1195 Fax 212.941.6291 Website: www.one-to-world.org
International House is a residence and
program center for graduate students, interns and trainees. They host a variety of activities from lectures, to trips, festivals and social events. Nonresident paid memberships are available to full-time graduate students.
500 Riverside Drive New York, NY 10027 Tel: 212.316.8400 www.ihouse-NewYorkCity.org
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International Center in New York is a unique community where immigrants, refugees, students and other newcomers to the United States come to practice English and learn about American culture. Membership fee is required.
50 West 23rd Street 7th Floor, New York, NY 10010-5205 Tel: 212.255.9555 Fax: 212.255.0177 Email: icny@intlcenter.org www.intlcenter.org/
McBurney YMCA Discount gym membership is available for The New School Students, Faculty and Staff.
125 W 14th St (between 6th & 7th Ave.) New York City, NY 10011-7302 Phone: 212.741.9210 www.ymcanyc.org
New York City Department of Parks and Recreations

Official pagefind out about bicycling, parks, recreation centers, and more in the city. www.nycgovparks.org
The New School Office of Student Development and events throughout Activities (OSDA)Sponsors
the year for students and has movie students at a discounted price. Also Student Organizations on-campus: 55 West 13th Street, ground floor 212.229.5687 www.newschool.edu/studentservices.html tickets available to contact them for
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GET CONNECTED!
The telephone system in the U.S. is based on a three-digit area code and a seven-digit phone number. Note that the standard format for writing phone numbers is
(area code). phone number (212). 229.5592
Dial 1 before you dial area code and phone number.

Within the New York City Five Borough Area proper, five area codes are now in use: 212, 646, 718, 347, and 917.
SIX TYPES OF MAJOR TELEPHONE SERVICE

Local Service You must subscribe to local service to get a telephone line into your home. There is a monthly fee for this access. There a number of companies that offer service in NYC. Some options are Verizon www.verizon.com, Time Warner www.timewarnercable.com, Vonage www.vonage.com, or RCN www.rcn.com. Regional Service This is for calls made outside of New York City proper but still in the metropolitan area, including most of lower New York State and northern New Jersey. Long-Distance Service For long-distance calls (both domestic and international) you have the option of choosing from many different services and long-distance service providers. Some companies that provide local service have long distance. Calling Cards Calling cards are good for local and long-distance calls (both domestic and international). Some cards charge connection fees, maintenance fees and/or have expiration dates. Cellular Service There are various local wireless providers in New York City. See next page for more details. Skype Low cost international calling using a computer, monthly plans and pay as you go are available. www.skype.com .
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USEFUL INFORMATION
411 - Directory Assistance (service fee will be charged) Dialing 411 will connect you with an operator who will be able to direct your call or give you a phone number for a person or a business. 311 is the phone number for New York City government information and non-emergency services. 911 is the emergency number - police, fire, ambulance, etc. Toll-Free numbers: 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833 and 822 are toll free numbers; your call will not be charged. These number are often used by companies. Alphabet phone numbers: Sometimes companies use letters instead of numerals for toll-free numbers. For example, 1.800.T Mobile means, 1.800.866.2453 by following letters on the key pads of the phone.
Pound Key When you are using automated touch tone services, you may hear, type your phone number followed by the pound key. This means, press your phone number followed by #. Star Key When directed to press the Star Key press * .
LOCAL WIRELESS PROVIDERS

AT & T
www.wireless.att.com Call 1.800.342.3212 AT & T requires all customers who cannot provide a social security number to pay a deposit that will be returned at the end of the first year. To call world-wide, it is better to signup with the AT&T WorldConnect (extra $3.99 a month) to get a discounted rate
SPRINT NEXTEL
www.sprint.com/ 1.888.211.4727 Sprint does not require a Social Security Number (just fill in 000-000000 for the column) so long as the student can provide a valid passport and visa in addition to a school ID and a valid U.S. address. Students need to go to a Sprint/Nextel store to open the account in person.
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T-MOBILE
www.t-mobile.com 1.800.T Mobile (1.800.866.2453) T-Mobile has options for students without a Social Security Number (SSN) that do not require a deposit. You must show your passport with a student visa as well as your school ID.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Date Your Name & Address Payee - person/business to whom the check is written Signature line Written amount - the amount written in numbers Legal amount - the amount written in words Check number Banking information
VERIZON
www.verizonwireless.com 1.800.350.2830 Verizon requires all customers who cannot provide a SSN to pay a deposit that will be returned at the end of the first year.
PREPAID PHONE OPTIONS

There are monthly and pay-as-you-go plans. Back of the check Compare plans! You can purchase prepaid and prepaid phone cards for those phones at electronics stores, drugstores, supermarkets,
Endorse Here
phones etc.
AT & T
www.wireless.att.com Get a GoPhone account, a prepaid monthly plan, with a major credit card (billing address and phone shipping address must be the same), a U.S address (dorms are OK if you have proof that you live there), and a passport.
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VIRGIN MOBILE www.virginmobileusa.com

Purchase any Virgin Mobile phone, no credit card or annual contracts are required. Choose your plan and activate your phone. You can either register a credit or debit card or buy top-up cards at any drugstore.
TRACFONE
www.tracfone.com/index.jsp Purchase a phone at a drugstore or a supermarket and activate your phone either from a landline phone or the Internet. Then, purchase airtime, (prepaid card) and add the card to your phone to use it.
METRO PCS
www.metropcs.com Offers one flat monthly rates without signed contracts or activation fees. Offers unlimited international calling for a flat rate to some countries.
AMERICAN TELECOM SERVICES

www.atsphone.com Pay N Talk!* is just like a home phone. Bring one home, plug it into your jack, you are then immediately connected to a telecom representative who will activate the account number on your phone.
INTERNET CONNECTION PROVIDERS
FOUR TYPES OF INTERNET CONNECTIONS

Cable Connections Some cable and internet providers are : Comcast www.comcast.com Time Warner www.timewarnercable.com WI-FI Services Wireless Internet access through Wi-Fi spots around the city such as hotels, cafes, and other public spaces. Boingo www.boingo.com Time Warner www.hotspot.t-mobile.com/services_about.htm DSL DSL is a form of Internet provider that is over the wires of a local telephone network. This requires a phone line. DSL providers include Verizon www22.verizon.com/Residential/HighSpeedInternet New School Wireless A map of hotspots on-campus can be found at www.newschool.edu/at/network/wireless/hotspots.
OPENING A BANK ACCOUNT

International students should inquire about their specific
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requirements for opening a new account.

Most commonly international students must present: Valid Passport Enrollment verification letter on The New School letterhead showing the local address (can be obtained at the Registrars office) Proof of residency in the United States (documents that show your address in the United States. e.g., utility bills, apartment contract) A second piece of individual identification Foreign Drivers License Bank issued debit card Student photo ID Recognized credit card (this may be issued in the home country)
Submit Form W-8BEN to Your Bank Form W-8BEN is also called the Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding. This form certifies that the sole purpose of opening a bank account is to transfer funds to support your stay as a non resident - not for any business purposes. Filling out the W-8BEN now means you will have a much easier time doing tax returns and you might decrease your tax liability for the following spring.
CHECKING OR SAVINGS ACCOUNT?

A checking account allows you to deposit and withdraw money frequently and is a great way to pay your monthly bills. When you open a checking account, it usually comes with checks and a bank card and allows you to use them to make purchases and pay bills. Often there are minimum monthly balance and service fees, which may vary by the type of checking account you open. Savings accounts are for long term deposits for earning interest. The interest, minimum balance, and service fees vary from bank to bank. It also depends on the amounts of money you deposit. Savings account are not for immediate use of funds. ATM (Automated teller machine) is a computerized device that provides customers of a bank with access to financial transactions in a public space without the need for a bank teller. Usually banks will not charge extra fees when you are using your banks ATM, however, when you use an ATM in a store or at other banks, you may be charged an extra transaction fee.
LOCAL BANKS
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CITIBANK TD BANK
79 Fifth Avenue (at 16th St) (212) 242-5865 717 Ave. of the Americas (6th Ave) (646) 336-1132 90 Fifth Avenue (at 14th St) (212) 381-7900 769 Broadway (at 9th St) (800)975-4722 10 Union Square East (at 16th St) (800)975-4722 10 E 14th Street (at Union Sq West) (212) 245-6200 116 Fifth Avenue (at 17th St) (800) 841-4000 345 Park Avenue South (at 25th St) (800) 841-4000
HSBC
AMALGAMATED BANK BANK OF AMERICA
CHASE
32 University Place (at 9th St) (212) 533-0554 69 Fifth Avenue (at 14th St)
(212)
255-8121
WRITING A CHECK
In the United States, you will find many opportunities for writing a check. You can pay your bills and shop using personal checks from your bank. The amount will be deducted from your checking account. Heres a sample of a check.
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To cash your check, before you deposit it, be sure to sign on the back of the check, under the endorse here.
KEEPING A BUDGET
INCOME ANNUAL
Scholarship/ Grant Loan Employment Income Personal or Family Funds Total Annual Income $__________ $__________ $__________ $_________ $__________
MOVING EXPENSES
Apartment Brokers Fee Apartment Security Deposit Telephone and Cable Installation Moving Costs New Locks Furnishings $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________
ANNUAL EXPENSES
Tuition $__________
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Fees Books Other Total Annual Charges
$__________ $__________ $__________ $__________
MONTHLY EXPENSES
Rent Electric Bill Gas Bill Telephone Bill Groceries Laundry Entertainment Transportation Personal Household Items Miscellaneous Monthly Expenses x 12 $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________ $__________
APARTMENT HUNTING IN NEW YORK

START THINKING ABOUT HOW YOU WANT TO LIVE
Dormitories and university housing? Protected environment, make friends, often furnished, and close to school. Difficult to have a private space, some dormitories do not have kitchens. Apartment share? Save money and make friends. Successful shares can be difficult, there is less privacy, and you may need to adjust your life style. How do they share: e.g., garbage disposal, how to pay for household supplies, who and how to clean the common area, guest policy, pet policy, smoking or non smoking etc Temporary housing and residences? Flexible lease, often furnished, and make friends. Possibly some regulations and restrictions, less privacy and likely for a short term. Ask what you cannot bring into your room e.g., electrical appliances, up
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to how long you can stay, if the meal is included, if you can cook, guest policy, etc Subletting? Your own place with less rent possibly with some furniture. Successful subletting depends on tenants and you. Its often temporary. Subletting is not always formally announced to the landlord which means that you could be evicted. Ask how they (and you) pay for the rent, utilities, how long you can stay there, about the security deposit, if the landlord knows about the subletting. Living by your self? Have your own space and privacy. You are the boss! Have a commitment (lease), its more expensive, usually unfurnished, and you might need a guarantor. Before moving in, check the apartment and if there are any problems, document them with photos, or before you move in, walk through the apartment with superintendent or the landlord to check the condition of apartment to prevent a problem when you move out. Check whats included in the rent and whats not, especially utilities (heat, hot water, gas, electricity, etc.) Abbreviation
a/c (or air) ba
Description
air conditioning bathroom
Abbreviation
Part furn unfurn
Description
Partially furnished unfurnished
dep E,g,c,p
deposit Electric, gas, cable, phone Includes all utili-
Dr (or din rm) Half bath
Dining room Bathroom with sink and toilet Washer and dryer Security deposit market prefer Down-payment
Inc all util
w/d Sec (or secur) mkt pref dwnpymt
Bdrm (or br) kit lr ns
bedroom kitchen Living room Non-smoker
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DECIDE WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

New York City has five boroughs; Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island. New Jersey is across from the Hudson River. Each area is divided into smaller areas (Chelsea, Greenwich Village, Astoria, etc.) Check if the location is safe, easy to commute, easy to shop, easy to do laundry. The rent often depends on the area, securities and amenities (e.g., doorman buildings, elevators, walk-ups). Before you begin viewing apartments, make sure you have enough withdrawable money in your bank account to pay the initial fees (e.g., first months rent, security deposit, and brokers fee if you use one)
BEGIN YOUR SEARCH

University off-campus housing officesend an e-mail to get available listings: universityhousing@newschool.edu
Local Newspapers Word of mouth Look for For Rent signswalk around the neighborhood you want to live in and talk to residents to learn about safety, stores, etc. Internet resources Local brokers (realtors)you may need to pay a broker fee. Depending on the broker and the rent of the apartment, expect to pay about a months rent or more for the broker.
Weight Fluid Ounces (FL OZ) Ounces (dry) 1 gram (gm) 1 pound (lb) 1000 grams = = = = = 29.57 28.35 0.035 452.59 2.2 Grams Grams Ounce Grams Pounds = almost 1/2 kg = 30 Milliliters
GENERAL INFORMATION SITES FOR APARTMENT SEARCHING:

New York City Rent Guidelines Board:
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Volume 1 Cup 1 Quart 1 Liter 1 Gallon 1 Pint Gallon Length 1 Inch 12 Inches 3 Feet 1 Mile = = = = 2.54 1 1 1.6 Centimeters (cm) Foot Yard (yd) Kilometers (km) = 1760 yard = 30.48 cm = = = = = = 240 946.4 0.26 3.8 473 1.89 Milliliters (ml) Milliliters Gallon Liters Milliliters Liters = 16 FL OZ = 64 FL OZ
AT THE SUPERMARKET
$ 99
lb
2 for$
5.
This means the item is $4.99 per pound. You can buy a half pound, a quarter pound, etc.
This means, if you buy two of the item, you pay $5.
TEMPERATURE
Fahrenheit 0F 32F 80F 98.6F 120F
Celsius
-20C
0C
20C
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Table of Contents

WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL

LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL!

WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL

We aim to achieve this by:

WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL

MOST COMMON REASONS TO VISIT ISS

SIGN UP FOR ISS NEWS!!

WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT MENTOR PROGRAM

CONVERSATION PARTNERS PROGRAM

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD

BE A SMART F-1 STUDENT

F-1 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

BE A SMART J-1 STUDENT

J-1 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN)

How do I apply for a SSN?

TAX OBLIGATIONS FOR INTERNATIONALS IN F-1 AND J-1 STATUSES

In many countries, specialization begins at the pre-university level

In Other Countries You May Find

In the U.S. You Usually Find

LANGUAGE LEARNING STRATEGIES

THINK ABOUT GRAMMAR

Did you went to Peru? Did you go to Peru?

someone questions you might have.

GIVING A PREPARED TALK

TIPS ON LISTENING NOTES IN CLASS

can be scary for language is not English

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

For further information please email studentdisability@newschool.edu or call 212.229.5626

THE NEW SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT HIV AND AIDS?

What High-Risk Behavior Can Cause Me To Be Infected By HIV?

Other Things to Think About

Get More Information THE NEW SCHOOL STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

CDC NATIONAL STD & AIDS HOTLINE

Gay Mens Health Center (GMHC )

LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS

ACTIVITIES FOR SPOUSES

LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

WHERE TO SHOP AROUND THE NEW SCHOOL

East West Books (Eastern & Western spirituality books)

The Annex, Strand Bookstore (used books)

78 Fifth Ave. (btw 13th & 14th) 212.243.5994. www.eastwestnyc.com

33 East 17th Street 212.253.0810 Mon-Sun 10am -10pm www.bn.com

Barnes & Noble Booksellers Union Square

(By Columbia University) 536 West 112th Street 212.865.1588 www.bookculture.com

Art, Fashion & Office Supplies

DaVinci Artist Supply

Rosen & Chadick Textiles (fashion)

250 West 27th St. 212.633.9646 www.fashiondesignbooks.com

Fashion Design Bookstore (art & sewing supply)

15 E 13th Street 212.807.0465 www.eastsidecopy.com

East Side Copy (copy center)

308 Canal Street 212.431.7932 www.pearlpaint.com/

LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

The Food Emporium

Whole Foods Market (Chelsea)

Garden of Eden Gourmet Market

The Food Emporium