Have you ever looked up at the sky and wondered what exists beyond? This November, One to World wants to bring the universe to our student community! Join us on a museum trip to the Liberty Science Center (LSC), where you will have the chance to visit various science exhibitions and utilize numerous educational resources to explore the beauty of nature.

 

At LSC, you will get to witness the original Hoberman sphere designed by Chuck Hoberman and the largest planetarium in the Western Hemisphere - the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium, featuring incredible 3D shows of the night sky and distant galaxies!

 

LSC is an interactive learning center of science and technology that intends to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, located at the Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. It contains 12 museum exhibition halls, including a live animal collection with 110 species, giant aquariums, live simulcast surgeries, hurricane-and-tornado-force wind simulators, and many more interesting exhibits. There will also be free time to explore the museum on your own before returning back to the city as a group.

Here is your chance to participate in a 60-minute guided tour to view one of the most famous churches in NYC--- the Cathedral of St. John the Divine and its amazing architectural aesthetics, to hear about its history and cultural significance through in-depth story-telling.

You'll also have the unique opportunity to participate in a conversation after the tour with Frank Brown, the President of the church's board and Advisory Director of General Atlantic. Beyond his affiliation with St. John the Divine, Mr. Brown has a diverse background in global risk management, leading an international business school, a 26-year career at PricewaterhouseCoopers, and much more, so you are encouraged to come prepared with questions!

 

From this experience, you’ll learn all about the church’s original design conception, and its transformation and construction by seeing examples of architectural features that demonstrate Gothic Revival architecture. From its design conception in 1888, to its opening just one week before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the church’s historic importance in New York City.

 

 

Did you know that turkey wasn't served at the very first Thanksgiving? Learn more fun facts, and experience this traditional feast for yourself while meeting a local family in the suburbs of New York!

 

You'll take a day trip to Westchester County, where you'll be paired with a host family to have Thanksgiving Dinner. Enjoy turkey with all the trimmings (or a vegetarian alternative) and spend a memorable day in this beautiful suburban community. This an unmissable opportunity to deepen your experience of this holiday focused on giving thanks and surrounding yourself with community. Space is limited for this popular program, so sign up today!

Experience a day in the life of an NYC local! For this day-long event, you'll be paired with a New York resident, and together you'll explore their favorite things to do in the city. In the past, our hosts have taken students to visit their home, shared lunch at a restaurant in their neighborhood, walked the Brooklyn Bridge, explored an art gallery, and much more. This is a great opportunity to go beyond the famous sites of the city and learn about New York life and culture through the eyes of the people who live here.

Need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city or looking to explore a unique and peaceful city in NJ? Join us for a day trip to Mountain Lakes, New Jersey with families who are excited to open their homes to international students for a day full of fun autumn activities and cultural exchange.

 

Students will be welcomed by their hosts at the bus stop and spend a leisurely afternoon with their host families taking part in different activities like hiking, baking, pumpkin carving, and exploring the neighborhood. Later on, all of the host families and students will come together for a potluck dinner and board games for all!