The holiday season is a time for kindness, generosity, and good deeds. Join your fellow international students to spend an evening distributing food, clothing, and personal care items to the homeless population of New York City. We’ll be partnering with the non-profit organization, Midnight Run, to help New Yorkers in need. The evening will start out at the One To World office where we will assemble bagged meals. Afterwards, we’ll head out into the city to meet Midnight Run staff to distribute the food. This is a great way to have conversations with and learn about the homeless residents of NYC in a safe and welcoming environment.

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

The holiday season is a time for kindness, generosity, and good deeds. Join your fellow international students to spend an evening distributing food, clothing, and personal care items to the homeless population of New York City. We’ll be partnering with the non-profit organization, Midnight Run, and NYU OGS, to help New Yorkers in need. The evening will start at NYU who is hosting dinner for all volunteers.

 

After eating, we we will assemble bagged meals, and sort through donated clothing. Afterwards, we’ll head out into the city to meet Midnight Run staff to distribute the food. This is a great way to have conversations with and learn about the homeless residents of NYC in a safe and welcoming environment.

 

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!

Michel Perez, President of MAPI LLC, a consulting firm specializing in financial compliance and a consultant to Promontory Financial Group, as well a Patrick Simonnet, a New York-based Managing Director and the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) of Bank of China for the USA. Combined, our two speakers have more than forty years of corporations in the U.S. and abroad, making this the ideal program for those learning about corporate governance for the first time, and those deepening their knowledge of the subject.

 

As experts in corporate governance, Michel and Patrick will speak on the importance of responsible corporate management and best practices in the field. They will share their professional experiences in the business 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 8th at 10:00AM EST. (There will be 2 more sessions in the spring.)

 

Looking to take a day trip and get out of NYC? Join us as we spend the day in Princeton, New Jersey on Princeton University’s campus! We’ll get a crash course in American Football before watching a matchup between ivy league rivals Princeton and Yale University. We will also have lunch with Princeton international students and tour the campus. See below for the full itinerary!

 

Princeton University is a private Ivy League University. Founded in 1746 as the Collegiate School, it is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States and among the most prestigious in the world. This is a once in a lifetime, unique opportunity to visit a famous university full of history, attend an American football game, and enjoy the beautiful Autumn foliage in New Jersey

 

Day Trip Itinerary: 

10:30am – Arrive in Princeton, NJ

11:00am – Mix & Mingle during brunch with Princeton international students while listening to a presentation about American football and football history at Princeton University

12:00pm – Football Game: Princeton University vs. Yale University

3:00pm – 5:00 PM Free Time to explore campus and downtown Princeton

5:15pm – Leave Princeton

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Public Speaking skills are vital for clear communication, confidence, and persuasive expression, leading to success in various personal and professional endeavors. This workshop is designed to help you speak effortlessly. Through interactive games and activities, attendees will gain valuable practice in public speaking skills for their next interview or to introduce an honoree at One To World’s annual gala (see photo above)!

 

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!

The event will take place in Midtown Manhattan and light refreshments will be provided.

 

“I decided to participate because of the anxiety I feel every time I have to speak publicly. The program exceeded my expectations! It was fun and to the point. The person leading the workshop was approachable, but didn’t let chaos rule the meeting…” 

 

-Student from Poland

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

In celebration of International Education Week, join us for a potluck in the spirit of Thanksgiving at The New School near Union Square in Manhattan. Volunteers will be contributing dishes from their native countries and sharing stories about why they chose a particular dish and who they learned their secret recipes from. This exchange of cultures through food will be an amazing opportunity to make new friends and celebrate the season of being grateful together!

 

If you want to bring a dish, please indicate the name of the dish and its ingredients when buying a ticket. After the event, we will reimburse the entrance fee to volunteers. Come with a smile, an open mind, and an empty stomach! Maybe you will leave with inspiration to cook an entirely new cuisine!

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Embark on a captivating journey through art and history with an exclusive 2-hour private tour at the world-renowned Metropolitan Museum of Art. Led by a seasoned professional guide, this immersive experience promises personalized insights and behind-the-scenes stories of the museum’s most iconic treasures.

 

This will be an unforgettable artistic adventure! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the Metropolitan Museum of Art like never before. Limited spots are available, so reserve your spot today!

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Join fellow international students for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to network, share your views, and visit a part of the U.S. many locals never get to see!

 

The Student Conference on U.S. Affairs (SCUSA) has been held annually since 1960. The conference is a mix of speeches and panels featuring high-ranking military and civilian leaders, as well as discussion roundtables and social events. The keynote speaker this year is John Kerry, Presidential Envoy on Climate Change, former secretary of state and former Democratic nominee for president of the United States. Past speakers have included Secretary Henry Kissinger, Secretary Madeleine Albright, Ambassador Susan Rice, and General Paul Nakasone. At their discussion sessions, delegates will get the opportunity to react to the contents of speeches, to more personally meet other delegates, and to guide the conversation by voicing their opinion on the many subtopics related to the conference theme. Around 1-3 international delegates will be assigned to each roundtable, along with student delegate from civilian and military institutions from around the United States.

 

One To World’s delegation plays a special role in this prestigious foreign affairs conference by adding a critical international perspective to the student deliberations on U.S. foreign policy. As international student participants, One To World delegates enrich the conference with their various national and cultural perspectives, as well as their academic experience. In turn, American undergraduate conference participants and Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point share their cultural, political, and educational views with One To World’s delegates in an exciting academic and social setting.

 

The SCUSA fee is $300. This fee covers the registration fee, round-trip transportation from NYC, accommodations, and meals. Delegates are responsible for any spending money they may require for souvenirs, snacks or other items. NOTE: Possible scholarships are available.

 

Click here for the SCUSA brochure to find more information about the conference.

 

You can apply using this application form. The deadline to apply is Monday, October 9th at 10:00am.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Lucas, the Coordinator of Enrichment Programs, at [email protected].

 

*Only complete applications will be considered*

*Please read through all application materials before applying*

 

*Only students accepted into the program should pay the registration fee below.

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

Looking for a Halloween-themed event that also gives you the opportunity to get active? Join our group and get ready to run for your life this October! :-P 👻

We will be traveling to Governors Island together as a group and meeting hundreds of other run participants. While this is a traditional 5k race, you don’t need to be an active runner to participate. All you need is yourself and a fun costume (not required, but encouraged) to maximize the chances for a good time!

Your entry includes a ferry ride, your race-entry, a snazzy t-shirt, post-race eats and a costume contest.

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable

The Upper East Side is a neighborhood of Manhattan that has gained international fame from movies and TV shows like Gossip Girl and Sex & the City. It’s also home to iconic landmarks such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 998 Fifth Ave, and the Cherokee Apartments. We will dive into the history of the area: particularly how it transformed from a poor ghetto to the home of NYC’s wealthy & elite.

 

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.

 

Mr. Singer has been generous to sponsor ticket costs for the first nine students who register for this program, so don’t wait and grab one today! Sponsored tickets are limited to one per order.

 

In the event of rain, this program will take place one week later on October 29th.

 

Please note that all program fees are nonrefundable.