Are you interested in networking with professionals and enhancing your skills in the corporate world?

Join us for our second discussion and hear from two leaders in the corporate and academic world:
Harald Halbhuber is a partner in the Capital Markets practice at Shearman & Sterling, where he focuses on complex corporate finance transactions, representing issuers and investment banks in debt and equity offerings, high yield financings, debt restructurings and equity derivatives. He also advises clients on critical disclosure and financial reporting matters, an area on which he has authored several publications.

Martin Gelter, expert in comparative corporate law and governance, joined the faculty of Fordham Law School in 2009. He has been a Visiting Professor at National Taiwan University and University of Paris-II, a Considine Fellow in Law and Economics at Harvard Law School, a Visiting Fellow at the University of Bologna, and an assistant professor at the WU Vienna University of Economics. Martin has been an ECGI research member since 2006. Among other degrees, Martin holds an S.J.D. from Harvard Law School and an M.A. in Quantitative Methods for the Social Sciences from Columbia University.

As experts in corporate governance, Harald and Martin will speak on the importance of responsible corporate management and best practices in the field. They will share their professional experiences in the business and academic world and facilitate a conversation on this important topic that impacts all of us consumers, professionals, and global citizens. There will also be an opportunity for networking with the speakers and other attendees, as well as refreshments.

Attending this event is also an opportunity to qualify for a scholarship of up to $750!

To apply, please submit an essay here of no more than 900 words, answering the question: “What is the number one corporate governance issue in your home country and how would you address it?” There is a first-place prize of $750, and a second-place prize of $500, made possible by the Harold S. Geneen Charitable Trust. Please note, you MUST attend at least one session to qualify for the scholarship.

The application for the scholarship deadline is: Monday, April 22nd at 10:00AM EST. (There will be 1 more session in the spring.)

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Experience stunning views of the city while enjoying the best songs from around the world on One To World's annual Twilight Cruise this May!

You've likely absorbed the famous Manhattan skyline from the popular Staten Island Ferry, or from visits to other boroughs, but have you enjoyed these views on a party boat with a few hundred new and existing friends?

This floating party is One To World's biggest events! Celebrate the end of the semester by dancing the night away on the ship deck with a live DJ, 600 international students, and other friends of One To World!

Escape the city and experience some incredible Hudson River views in Garrison, New York!

We are once again heading to the Hudson Highlands to hike up Sugarloaf Mountain, this time in partnership with New York University! We will begin our day walking along the Hudson River and making our way up a moderately to slightly challenging (depending on experience) trek to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain. The walk will be in a wooded area and steep, so please wear suitable outdoor shoes, long pants, and bring lots of water.

Afterwards, we will explore the town of Garrison and all that is has to offer! From quaint antique shops, cafes, and a lovely waterfront, it will be the perfect chance to see it all before heading back to the train station.

Ticket will not include lunch or your train ticket. We encourage you to bring lunch with you and we will enjoy it on the top of the mountain!

When it comes to interviewing for a job or an internship, you can never have enough practice! That is why doing mock interviews can help prepare you for the questions you are likely to encounter during an interview. To do this we encourage you to join professionals from Paramount for mock interviews to practice your interviewing skills and gain invaluable prep for the job market! Paramount delivers premium content to audiences across platforms worldwide. They connect with billions of people—through their studios, networks, streaming services, live events, merchandise, and more.

At this event with Paramount, you will get one on one interviews with working professionals who will give expert advice that will help you in the job market and for your applications. Join us to practice your interviewing skills, connect with professionals, and get your applications on the right track!

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Ready for a day at the beach? This summer we are heading to Rockaway Beach in Queens, New York!

Also known as, 'Irish Riviera' due to its large Irish American population, Rockaway provides the perfect beach escape! Along the boardwalk you will find a variety of great shops, from vintage apparel to surfing gear, as well as many affordable food trucks. Explore all that Rockaway Beach has to offer while getting a chance to relax in the summer sun.

Don't miss the chance to escape the city heat, go for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean, and experience a typical seaside boardwalk!

Ticket cost includes roundtrip ferry ride from Manhattan. In case of rain, the beach day will be rescheduled to the following Friday, August 4th.

*Tickets are non-refundable*

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

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.