Are you interested in networking with professionals and other business-minded international students?

Join us for our 2nd discussion at the Harvard club with two experts in the corporate governance fields!

Ali Taatian holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Stevens Institute of Technology, with a research focus in Corporate Finance. Following graduation, he worked for two years at KPMG as a Financial Engineer in the Complex Securities group. He currently serves in the Investment Banking division at BNP Paribas, where he has spent the past three years leading the migration of Fixed Income valuation tools to AI-enabled automated systems. His research has been published in reputable academic journals, including The Financial Review.

Robert Jackson is the Nathalie P. Urry Professor of Law at NYU School of Law, where he directs the Jacobson Leadership Program in Law and Business and leads major initiatives in corporate governance and finance. His scholarship has appeared in leading publications including the Journal of Finance, Journal of Law and Economics, and Harvard Law Review. Nominated by the President and unanimously confirmed by the Senate, he served as a Commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission from 2017 to 2020, where he was a leading voice for investor protection, market transparency, and evidence-based policymaking. His research has helped inspire bipartisan legislation addressing insider trading, market fairness, and modern securities regulation.

As experts in corporate governance, Ali and Robert 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, May 4th at 10:00AM EST. (There will be 1 more session on April 24th with 2 different speakers)

What’s the longest walk you’ve ever taken?

Join Shorewalkers for an unforgettable urban trek—a 32-mile (51.5 km) journey around the entire perimeter of Manhattan! This challenging yet rewarding adventure will test your endurance and determination as you stroll at a steady pace, taking in breathtaking waterfront views. With over 3,000 walkers from around the world, it’s a fantastic way to connect with fellow adventurers while rediscovering NYC from a whole new perspective.

The Great Saunter follows Manhattan’s shoreline, showcasing the diverse neighborhoods that shape the island. The journey begins and ends at the historic Fraunces Tavern on Pearl Street in Lower Manhattan. Registered participants will receive an official Great Saunter bib, hat, map, and pin, and those who complete the full route will be awarded a Finisher Certificate! While finishing the entire walk is encouraged, you’re welcome to go at your own pace and stop whenever you choose. Be sure to bring water, extra socks, snacks, and lunch to stay fueled throughout the day.

This event is sponsored in part by Angel Marzan in honor of his mother Elizabeth Marzan, a lifelong stalwart for voting rights, workers’ rights, and affordable housing. Mr. Marzan and his sister, Jessica, will also be walking the Great Saunter and invite our students to come out and see NYC at 3 miles per hour!

Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your ticket today!

One To World’s Cultural Cuisine is back! Get together and enjoy New York’s vibrant restaurant landscape on a student budget. Whether you are a dedicated foodie, especially interested in one cuisine, or simply looking to make new friends and spend the evening with a group of students, you are encouraged to join us for our first dinner of the new year!

We will be dining at a restaurant called Saperavi. It offers authentic Georgian cuisine in New York City! As read on their website: “Our fresh and delightful dishes bring the comforting vibes of our country, Georgia, to your table. Join us for a simple yet delicious culinary journey”. The manager of the restaurant will be present to tell us more about each dish.

Our dinner will be family-style, so everyone will be sharing the dishes. The restaurant has created a menu for our group to sample a variety of their food, and it has several vegetarian options.  It will include:

Starters:

• • Georgian salad with walnuts
  • Assorted Pkhali (vegetable spreads)
  • Beef, Spinach and Cheese and Mushroom Khinkali (the DE-LI-CIOUS Georgian dumplings)

Baked classics:

• Imeruli (Georgian cheese-filled bread)
• Lobiani (Georgian stuffed bread)

Main courses:

• Potato and Mushroom Ojakhuri
• Shkmeruli (chicken Tabaka with creamy garlic sauce)
• Chicken skewer
• Lobio (red beans stew)

Join us for a hearty and comforting Georgian meal!

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Experience one of America’s most beloved pastimes with One To World at Yankee Stadium, where the New York Yankees will face the Los Angeles Angels in an exciting home game this April. Baseball holds a special place in U.S. culture, and attending a live game offers international students a unique window into American traditions, community spirit, and sports fandom.

Group tickets make this event an easy and fun way to connect with international students from colleges and universities throughout the New York area while enjoying a legendary New York sports venue. No prior knowledge of baseball is required! Just come ready to cheer, socialize, and take part in a true American experience. We will have some staff present to explain a bit about how the game works.

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Are you interested in networking with professionals and other business-minded international students?

Join us for a discussion at the Harvard club with two experts in the corporate governance fields!

Matteo Gatti is a professor of law at Rutgers and a Research Member of the European Corporate Governance Institute. He writes about corporate power, governance, and the shifting role of business in public life. His work spans corporate law, M&A, and political economy, with a focus on accountability and stakeholder dynamics. Before entering academia, he practiced corporate law in New York and Europe. He is the author of two books and numerous articles.

Richard Alsop is a Partner at A&O Shearman. He advises corporations and investment banks on a broad variety of capital markets work, including IPOs, convertible bonds and investment grade and high-yield bond transactions. He is a contributor and editor for the firm’s annual Corporate Governance Survey. From 2003 through 2008, Richard was Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Corporate Law at Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc., where he advised executive management and the board of directors on major corporate transactions, corporate finance, corporate governance, executive compensation and other matters. From 1994 through 2003, he held other senior roles in the legal department of Merrill Lynch, including Equity Capital Markets Counsel, Investment Banking General Counsel and Debt Markets General Counsel. He rejoined A&O Shearman in 2010.

As experts in corporate governance, Matteo and Richard 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, May 4th at 10:00AM EST. (There will be 2 more sessions on April 10th and April 24th with 2 different speakers at each)

We have another opportunity this spring semester to help prepare meals for those in need. At this event, you will be working alongside locals in a commercial kitchen to help assemble high-quality meals for people unable to do so themselves. You will experience the efficiency of the assembly line and the power of working with a common goal in mind! For those available afterwards, we’ll stop buy a local shop for some coffee or tea to connect further.

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.

Are you excited for a classy day out at the opera? We’re taking a group to enjoy the Madama Butterfly opera, a tale about a young Japanese geisha who falls deeply in love with and marries an American naval officer. Join a group of international students for this visit to Lincoln Center. More about the opera below:

Cultures collide in Puccini’s poignant tale of a loyal geisha and a callous American naval officer whose fleeting romance leaves only devastation behind. Two of today’s leading artists—Ailyn Pérez and Sonya Yoncheva—make their Met role debuts as Cio-Cio-San, one of opera’s ultimate soprano roles. Tenors SeokJong Baek, Adam Smith—in his Met debut—and Matthew Polenzani co-star as Pinkerton in Anthony Minghella’s production, an “inspired vision” (The New York Times) that has become a classic.

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable