Memorial Day Cultural Cuisine @ Ferdi’s

Spend Memorial Day dinner with us at Ferdi's! Our Cultural Cuisine series is a perfect chance to make new friends and enjoy foods from around the world and this will be our last dinner of the 22-23 academic year!

 

Ferdi is an authentic Italian restaurant, and we have negotiated a delicious menu with for a selection of typical Italian dishes. We will start with tasty appetizers to share, followed by a main course of your choice from those listed below, and then finishing off with a dessert!

 

According to CNN, Italian is listed as the #1 best cuisine in the world, and this event will give you a small taste of it! Our Enrichment Programs Global Fellow, who will be leading the group, is a fellow Italian and can confirm the authenticity of Ferdi's products, whose history began three generations ago in Ponza, an Italian island. You don't want to miss this opportunity!

 

Have a look at the menu below and please select which dish you would like for your main course.

 

Shared Appetizers

 

  1. Mozzarella Caprese - Homemade mozzarella, tomato, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic dressing
  2. Arancini - Oven-baked risotto rice balls stuffed with mozzarella cheese, served with tomato sauce
  3. Caesar Salad - Crisp romaine, homemade Caesar dressing, croutons and shaved parmigiano cheese

 

Entrée (Choose 1)

 

  1. Penne alla Russa - Penne pasta with vodka sauce
  2. Spaghetti with Meatballs - served in Ferdi's signature tomato sauce
  3. Chicken Parmigiana served with spaghetti pasta - Crispy fried chicken breast that is baked in a tomato sauce then topped with melted mozzarella, parmesan, or provolone cheese

 

Dessert

 

  1. Assorted Italian Biscotti

One soft drink is included!

One soft drink is included for everyone!

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Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Campus to Career: Virtual Public Speaking Workshop

Public Speaking is considered one of the biggest fears that people have. This virtual workshop is designed to help you speak effortlessly. Through interactive games and activities, attendees will gain valuable practice in public speaking skills.

 

Aman is a public speaking coach at Ultraspeaking. He helps clients from all walks of life combat speaking challenges in their personal and professional lives. This workshop will cater to individuals who use English as a second language and struggle to converse in English. You can expect to gain effective delivery, spontaneity and an improved ability of storytelling. In addition, you will learn to improve your delivery skills for presentations and networking events.

 

This workshop is designed for you to leave as a more expressive and authentic speaker, but mostly to make speaking fun!

 

"Public speaking is a top skill you have to know nowadays. The program was way above my expectations. Great!" 

 

-International Student from Spain

One To World Walk: The Two Squares – Union to Madison

Are you curious about the urban design principles that shaped NYC? Don't miss our next walking tour!

 

We'll be spending time in Gramercy Park and the Flatiron District to explore the concepts behind the city grid. We will also learn how public parks like Madison and Union Square were built to accommodate irregular spaces. This is an interactive opportunity to gain insights into the architectural evolution from 1811 to the present. You will gain a new perspective and appreciation for urban planning!

 

Our guide, William Singer, AIA, is a Code and Zoning Specialist for The City of New York Department of Buildings Development and Technical Affairs. He is an expert in the design and construction of large-scale public facilities. His major projects have included justice centers, transportation hubs, and cultural centers. Before joining the Department of Buildings he was a partner at Gruzen Samton, a NYC & Virginia-based architecture, planning, interior design and systems engineering firm. A Fulbright fellow (Slovenia, 1993-94), he holds a Master of Architecture degree from the School of Design at North Carolina State University, as well as a Master of Arts in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 2004, Singer received a City of New York Arts Commission Excellence in Design for the renovation design of El Museo Del Barrio.

 

In case of rain, the event will be held one week later on June 25th.

Community Service: Kitchen Projects to Feed Those in Need

Want to start the summer off by volunteering in the community? At this event, you'll be working in a kitchen helping to prepare high-quality meals for people living with various illnesses.

 

God's Love We Deliver cooks and home-delivers nutritious, medically tailored meals for people too sick to shop or cook for themselves. All of their services are provided free and full of love to people in need. Volunteers will be in the kitchen helping on-staff chefs with a variety of projects. You will receive instructions from the staff member for the project of the day. Tasks may include packaging meals, chopping onions, making meatballs, ladling soup, peeling potatoes, scooping baked goods or preparing fresh herbs.

 

You must be comfortable in a kitchen setting, including working with sharp knives, to participate in this program.

One To World Walk: Architecture Tour Around Medieval Manhattan

How did the Dutch colonial era influence the early architecture of lower Manhattan? Explore the unique designs, streets and structures of old New York City. One To World has organized an exclusive architecture-themed walking tour!

 

While walking the circumference of New Amsterdam, New York City as it existed in 1664, we will gain insight into why it is much harder to navigate downtown Manhattan compared to the rest of NYC, above Houston Street. This is a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with the city in a new and exciting way, all while making new friends in the process!

 

Our guide, William Singer, AIA, is a Code and Zoning Specialist for The City of New York Department of Buildings Development and Technical Affairs. He is an expert in the design and construction of large-scale public facilities. His major projects have included justice centers, transportation hubs, and cultural centers. Before joining the Department of Buildings he was a partner at Gruzen Samton, a NYC & Virginia-based architecture, planning, interior design and systems engineering firm. A Fulbright fellow (Slovenia, 1993-94), he holds a Master of Architecture degree from the School of Design at North Carolina State University, as well as a Master of Arts in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 2004, Singer received a City of New York Arts Commission Excellence in Design for the renovation design of El Museo Del Barrio.

 

In case of rain, the event will be held one week later on May 21st.

One To World Meet-Up: Avalon Card Game at Madison Square Park

Join us for an exciting adventure in the scenic Madison Square Park! This event presents a unique opportunity to connect with fellow international students, enjoy snacks & refreshments, and engage in a captivating game of deception and deduction. Avalon is a social card game where players assume different roles to determine the fate of the kingdom. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, everyone is welcome to join us for this fun activity!

 

We will explain the rules to new players before we begin. You will have the opportunity to ask questions to make sure the game mechanics are understood. If it rains, we will play in the One To World office instead, which is close-by.

 

One To World Walk: Hike in Hudson Highlands

Take a break from the city and enjoy an outside adventure with your fellow international students! We are heading to the Hudson Highlands with Robert Snyder, longtime friend of OTW and Professor of American Studies and Journalism at Rutgers University, for a day out in nature. You will get the chance to experience more of what New York State has to offer, while connecting with each other and our host.

 

We will travel by train to Garrison, New York (about a 90-minute trip from New York City), where we will hike up Sugarloaf Mountain and overlook the beautiful Hudson Valley. The walk will be in a wooded area and steep, so please wear suitable outdoor shoes, long pants, and bring lots of water. Ticket cost includes round-trip train and guided hike with Rob. This is an exciting opportunity to meet new friends against the backdrop of stunning nature views!

This will be a small group and tickets are available at a first come first serve basis, so register now before we reach capacity!

 

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Fulbright Scholar Event: Sailing on the Hudson River

Join us for a day on the water, where we will take a 3-hour educational sail down the Hudson River and discover the history of America’s first river and its largest city.

The Fulbright group will take an educational sail down the Hudson River aboard the Hudson River Sloop, a historic sailboat. While sailing down the Hudson, you will have the opportunity to help raise sails, learn traditional river songs, go down below decks, and learn about life in the Hudson. After the tour, we will all have dinner together at a restaurant nearby.

 

I hope you will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to meet with fellow Fulbright grantees and experience some of the natural beauty NYC has to offer before the beginning of summer!

Fulbright Farewell @ Classic NY Italian Restaurant in Brooklyn

The semester is almost over, and to celebrate the end of the school year, we hope you will join us for our farewell event along with new and current Fulbright friends! Whether you are finishing up your grant this spring or continuing your fellowship next year, this is a great opportunity to connect with the Fulbright community!

 

The reception will be held in Williambsurg, Brooklyn, at a traditional New York style Italian restaurant. There will be pizza, drinks, and more!

One To World Meet-Up: Trivia Tuesday at The Raven Pub

 

Love friendly competition among peers? Pub trivia is a great way to enjoy a night out, test your knowledge, and meet new friends in the process.

 

We are heading to The Raven Pub for their weekly Trivia Tuesdays! Join us and compete against fellow international students and local players in multiple rounds of fun trivia questions. The trivia questions cover diverse subjects so there is equal opportunity to take home first place! This is a great way to enjoy an evening out in a new place, meet some locals of the community, and and make some new friends.

 

First drink is on us!

 

You do not need to be 21 to attend this event!

 

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Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable