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STUDY AWAY
STUDENT
HANDBOOK
NYU Shanghai
2016 - 2017
Shanghai Global Affairs
https://shanghai.nyu.edu/academics/study-away/in
Table of Contents
Welcome
1.Important Dates Fall 2016 Spring 2017
2. Contacts2.1 NYU Shanghai Staff and Offices
Academics Global Affairs Academic Resource Center (ARC) Chinese Language Clinic Academic Associates
Student Life New Student Programs Student Mobility Residential Life Health and Wellness Student Involvement Career Development Center (CDC) Athletics and Recreation OrgSync
IT Services 2.2 Emergency Contacts
3. Academic Policies & ResourcesAcademic Requirements & Registration Guidelines Courses Learning Chinese Language Academic Support
Academic Resource Center Academic Advising Speaking Freely Online
Textbook Policy at NYU Shanghai Academic Accommodations Attendance Policy Religious Holidays and Attendance Academic Integrity
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Examination and Grades Policies on Examinations Definitions Interm Examinations Final Examinations Makeup Examinations Grades Policies on Assigned Grades Grade of P Grade of W Grade of I Incompletes Pass/Fail Option
Withdrawing from a Course Complete Semester Withdrawal Tuition Refund Schedule
Tuition Refund Schedule for Complete Withdrawal Tuition Insurance Refund Plan Tuition Refund for Individual Courses
4. Student Life Policies & Resources
Student Conduct Policies and Process Residential Life
Residence Hall Policies Resource Center How to Submit a Facilities Work Order
Internship and Volunteer Opportunities Student Involvement Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation
Fitness Center Competitive Sports Intramural Sports Recreational Activities
Health and Wellness Health Insurance
5. Life in Shanghai
Arranging Your Finance Living Cost in Shanghai Banking and ATMs Exchanging Money
Getting Around
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Dining Shopping Language Tips Religious Services Festivals and Holidays Shanghai Attractions Travel
6. Arriving in Shanghai
PreArrival Checklist Visa & Immigration Packing Tips Immunization & Insurance Arrival Information
Transportation to NYU Shanghai Shanghai Airports and Railway Stations Traveling from the Airport NYU Shanghai Airport Pickup Service
MoveIn Day Arrangement MoveIn Day Welcome Table Corporate Hotels for Early Arrivals or Family Members Movein Day Arrangement at Residence Hall
Shipping 7. Information Technology (IT)
Printing IT FAQ – Setup VPN
8. Be Safe
Public Safety Crime Prevention Safety in Shanghai Emergency Medical Transport NYU Shanghai Card Services Lost and Found Services
Shuttle bus Safety Tips
Safety on Campus Information alert
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Welcome
On behalf of the entire NYU Shanghai team, congratulations on your acceptance to NYU
Shanghai as a study away site and welcome to the NYU Shanghai family! NYU Shanghai is
NYU’s newest degreegranting campus, joining NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU New York.
Shanghai is an endlessly exciting place, rich in discoveries and new opportunities. Witness the
development of a city that is quickly becoming a major player on the world stage. A fastmoving,
cosmopolitan place, Shanghai has opportunities that attract a variety of interests. You have
made an important decision to live and study abroad as a way of learning about another part of
the world. We have planned an educational experience for you in Shanghai, both inside and
outside of the classroom, that we hope you will find challenging and enriching.
This semester, challenge yourself to learn more about yourself, your peers and the world
around you in completely new ways. You have been afforded a unique experience that is both
exciting and demanding. We want to welcome you to connect with the NYU Shanghai
community here, but beyond that to connect with the city itself, and all it has offer.
Remember that you are always an ambassador of your home school and your home country.
We look forward to welcoming you into a community focused on developing a truly global
perspective. If there is anything we can do to assist you with adjusting to Shanghai or the
community in general, please do not hesitate to contact any individual listed in this handbook or
reach out to your RA, Student Life, Academic staff member. We are all invested in your
wellbeing and success as a student.
This handbook outlines program guidelines and policies as well as our expectations of you as
participants of the program. In conjunction with the study away in Shanghai website
(https://shanghai.nyu.edu/academics/studyaway/in), the handbook is also intended to be a
useful informational resource for you throughout your time as a study away student in Shanghai.
As Confucius said, "Is it not delightful to have friends coming from distant quarters?" We hope
you will have a wonderful and productive time in Shanghai!
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1. Important Dates
Please refer to the 20162017 NYU Shanghai Academic Calendar for all important dates and deadlines. https://shanghai.nyu.edu/academics/calendar
Fall 2016
Study Away Move In Day Thursday, August 25
First Day of Orientation for Study Away Friday, August 26
Fall Semester Classes Begin Monday, August 29
Add and Drop Course Deadline Fall full term Friday, September 9
MidAutumn Festival Holiday September 15 16
Legislative Day Sunday, September 18 (Thursday schedule)
National Day Holiday: Fall Break October 3 October 7
Legislative Day Sunday, October 9 (Friday schedule)
Midterm Grades Deadline Fall full term Friday, October 28
Course Withdrawal Deadline Fall full term Friday, November 4
Grading Option (P/F) Deadline Friday, November 4
Thanksgiving Holiday November 24 25
Legislative Day Monday, December 12 (Thursday schedule)
Legislative Day Tuesday, December 13 (Friday schedule)
Last Day of Fall Semester Classes Tuesday, December 13 (Friday schedule)
Reading Day Wednesday, December 14
Final Exams
Study Away Move Out Day
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Thursday, December 22
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Spring 2017
Spring Festival Friday, January 27 Thursday, February 2
Study Away Students Move In Day Thursday, February 2
Study Away Student Orientation Friday, February 3
Spring Semester Classes Begin Monday, February 6
Add and Drop Course Deadline Spring full term Friday, February 17
Midterm Grades Deadline Friday, March 31
Spring Recess (includes Qingming Holiday) Monday, April 3 Friday, April 7
Course Withdrawal Deadline Spring full term Friday, April 14
Grading Option (P/F) Deadline Friday, April 14
China Labor Day Holiday Monday, May 1
Legislative Day Sunday, May 7 (Monday schedule)
Last Day of Spring Semester Classes Friday, May 19
Reading Day Saturday, May 20
Final Exams Monday, May 22 Friday, May 26
Study Away Move Out Day Saturday, May 27
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2. Contacts
2.1 NYU Shanghai Staff and Offices
Academics
Global Affairs
Email: [email protected]
Academic Advising:
As a study away student at NYU Shanghai, you will have access to an onsite academic advisor
to discuss your academicrelated concerns. The Manager of Global Affairs serves as an onsite
advisor to support study away students academically. If you are an NYU student, the manager
in Shanghai may liaise with your home school academic advisor to help you resolve academic
issues. Please direct questions to [email protected].
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Email: [email protected]
The Academic Resource Center is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and learning
beyond the classroom. We help students develop essential academic study skills through free
oneonone tutoring, study groups, academic skills workshops, academic coaching, and much
more.
Chinese Language Clinic
Email: [email protected]
The Chinese Language Clinic is a free service for students enrolled in all levels of Chinese
courses. The Clinic is staffed by Chinese instructors and Teaching Assistants who help students
with Chinese speaking, writing, and grammar. Students are recommended to make
appointments at Room 965, but walkins are also welcomed if the slot is available.
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Academic Associates
Email: [email protected]
The Office of Academic Associates is responsible for ordering and distributing textbooks for
students. Additionally, they provide administrative support to courses.
Student Life
New Student Programs
Email: [email protected]
The orientation team prepares you for your arrival at NYU Shanghai, helps you to get oriented
to the city and the campus, and makes your transition to NYU Shanghai as smooth and
stressfree as possible. Our team is available to answer any questions you have about life at
NYU Shanghai and can direct you to appropriate resources.
Student Mobility
Email: shanghai.student[email protected]
The Student Mobility team supports students for inbound and outbound immigration issues.
They provide students with visa consultation and help students get the appropriate visas/
residence permits required to enter and study in China. Any questions related to
visas/passports/hukou/residence permits, can be directed to the Mobility Team at
shanghai.student[email protected]
Residential Life
Email: [email protected]
The Residential Life Team is responsible for your experience in the residence halls, ensuring an
environment that supports your academic goals and personal interests. The office also creates
a supportive yet independent community, transitioning students to the experience of living away
from home. Finally, the office is responsible for upholding a high standard of conduct and safety
in the residence halls.
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Health and Wellness
Email: [email protected]
Office Number: 02120595353
The Health and Wellness Center provides medical and counseling support and promotes health
literacy through skills focused workshops in a warm and welcoming environment. The Health
and Wellness program addresses the issues impacting students from a physical, emotional and
health literacy perspective and provides activities and resources that empower students to
achieve optimal health.
Student Involvement
Email: [email protected]
Whether you want to participate in Student Government or a student club/organization,
volunteer in a service project, or attend a student leadership program, the Student Involvement
team is here to help you explore your interests and make the most of your time in Shanghai.
The team will not only help you to become engaged with your fellow students, but also connect
you with new opportunities to exchange new ideas, develop new skills, and contribute to the
community.
Career Development Center (CDC)
Email: [email protected]
Through oneonone career counseling and practice interviews, career fairs, and networking
events, the CDC helps you prepare for the professional world ahead and secure a position that
aligns with your experiences and career aspirations. Our team connects you to faculty,
employers, alumni, and other organizations to help you achieve personal and professional
success.
Athletics and Recreation
Email: [email protected]
The Athletics and Recreation team helps students maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle by
providing diverse opportunities for physical activity. If you are looking to participate in a
competitive or intramural team sport, to relax with meditative yoga, or to express yourself
through various forms of dance, ask the team for the various options available.
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OrgSync
Email: [email protected]
OrgSync is NYU Shanghai’s online platform for posting university events and club activities. To
get started, use your NetID to log on to shanghai.nyu.edu/orgsync and have a look at the
university OrgSync calendar for the latest info about what’s happening on campus. Looking to
join a club or other student organization? Click Browse Organizations for a full list of NYU
Shanghai clubs, and discover the many ways to get involved with life at NYU Shanghai.
IT Services
Email: [email protected]
The IT Service Center is located on the 4th floor (Room 427), and provides onestop IT
assistance.
2.2 Emergency Contacts
Health & Wellness Exchange (24/7): 02120599999
Public Safety for Emergency (24/7): 02120595500
Police: 110
Fire Department: 119
Ambulance: 120
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3. Academic Policies & Resources
Academic Requirements & Registration Guidelines
Students should review the complete list of academic policies here: Policies and
Procedures(http://www.nyu.edu/content/nyu/en/global/globalacademiccenters/upper
classmensemesteracademicyearstudyaway/academicresources/policiesandpro
cedures.html)
Instructions on registering for courses and FAQs can be found here: Registering for
Courses and FAQs
(http://www.nyu.edu/content/nyu/en/global/globalacademiccenters/upperclassmens
emesteracademicyearstudyaway/academicresources/registeringforcourses.html
)
Students must register for 1218 credits.
Taking a Chinese language course for a letter grade is a requirement.
All students must participate in Global Orientations.
Don't plan your personal travel before receiving official syllabi at the start of the
semester! Academic site visits and field trips are considered required class time.
If you have trouble getting into a course or encounter other enrollment problems,
email [email protected] Courses
NYU Shanghai offers a variety of courses taught by NYU faculty and some of the country’s most
distinguished professionals. Students select from content courses taught in English, as well as
Chinese language courses at all levels from beginner to advanced. The curriculum appeals to a
broad range of academic interests, focusing not only on courses in Chinese history and culture,
but also on required courses in undergraduate majors in art, business, communication,
comparative literature, computer science, economics, engineering, history, journalism, politics,
sciences, and mathematics. Students who have a question about how a course counts towards
their degree should contact their academic advisor from their home school.
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Learning Chinese Language
Language study is central to the educational mission of NYU as a Global Network University.
NYU Shanghai’s location and cosmopolitan student population make it all the more important for
students to learn the language of the surrounding society and community. All students are
required to take a Chinese language course for graded credit (this course cannot be taken
Pass/Fail).
Academic Support
Academic Resource Center
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) provides tutoring and support to students looking to
reach their highest academic potential. Students can schedule a meeting, or drop by, for any of
the following:
•Individual and smallgroup tutoring in over 30 STEM and Business & Economics courses •Individual writing consultations at any stage of the writing process •Academic coaching in areas such as time management, reading & notetaking strategies, exam preparation, and goal setting
•Workshops on writing and academic skills •Group study and conversation circles
Students are also welcome to study on their own in the comfortable, supportive atmosphere of
the Academic Resource Center.
Schedule an appointment here today! (https://nyus.mywconline.com/)
Academic Advising The Manager of Global Affairs serves as an onsite advisor for study away students. If you are
an NYU student, the manager in Shanghai may liaise with your home school academic advisor
to help you solve academic issues. Please direct questions to [email protected].
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Speaking Freely OnlineSpeaking Freely is available to all NYU students and staff free of charge. The 75-minute
language coaching sessions meet once a week for approximately ten weeks each semester at
various locations on campus. Speaking Freely offers sessions in many different languages,
including Arabic, Czech, French, Hebrew, Mandarin, and many more. When planning your
Speaking Freely schedule, please keep in mind that languages may vary each semester. It's
the perfect way to meet people and try out a language and culture before you study abroad or
visit another country.For more information, please visit the website for Speaking Freely Online
(http://speakingfreely.cas.nyu.edu/page/home).
Textbook Policy at NYU Shanghai
Students are required to purchase all required textbooks for each course that they are enrolled.
You can now find the instructions and the important timelines for textbook purchasing on the
NYU Shanghai textbooks website (https://textbooks.shanghai.nyu.edu/). Please note that the
textbook information will be available on the NYU Shanghai textbook website in August (Fall
2016) and January (Spring 2017). We strongly recommend you do NOT make any purchases
until you have all the finalized textbook information, including ISBN numbers for acceptable
versions and editions.
There are only two possible ways to purchase the textbooks:
1. To order the textbooks through the NYU Shanghai Textbook Website
(textbooks.shanghai.nyu.edu); OR
* if the required textbook for a class is only available in the physical version, students have topurchase through NYU Shanghai.
2. If the required textbook for a class is available in e-version, students can obtain the
physical version of the textbooks on their own and go through a multi-step Verification
Process that will include the need to physically bring the textbooks to the Textbook
Team, which will look at the ISBN numbers to verify that the books are legal and do not
violate copyright.
If you do not follow one of the two paths above to order or verify textbooks, NYU Shanghai
will automatically purchase the required textbooks you have not obtained for you and charge
your Bursar’s account. This automatic action will take place after the add and drop deadline. If
you later withdraw from any
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course, you will not be able to get a refund or exchange on any materials.
BILLING
The Bursar's Office will pre-bill each student $500 for course materials before the semester
starts. You will receive a refund, if your course materials end up costing less than $500. If they
end up costing more than $500, you will be separately billed for the amount above $500.
Academic Accommodations
NYU is committed to providing equal educational opportunity and participation for students with
disabilities. It is NYU Shanghai’s policy that no qualified student with a disability be excluded
from participating in any NYU Shanghai program or activity, denied the benefits of any NYU
Shanghai program or activity, or otherwise subjected to discrimination with regard to any NYU
Shanghai program or activity.
The Henry and Lucy Moses Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) in New York determines
qualified disability status and assists students in obtaining appropriate accommodations and
services. CSD operates according to an Independent Living Philosophy and strives in its
policies and practices to empower each student to become as independent as possible. Their
services are designed to encourage independence, backed by a strong system of supports.
Any student who needs a reasonable academic accommodation based on a diagnosed qualified
disability is required to register with the NYU Moses Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD).
The registration instructions are below:
1. Complete an Application for Services form here
(http://www.nyu.edu/content/dam/nyu/mosesCenter/documents/Application_for_Services.pdf).
2. Gather and submit current documentation of your disability (electronic copies).
3. Submit a signed Authorization for Release of Information form
(http://www.nyu.edu/content/dam/nyu/mosesCenter/documents/CSD_0211_Authorization_for_R
elease_of_Information.pdf) so that the Moses Center has your permission to contact your
clinician if necessary.
4. After you have emailed the above, your request for accommodations will be reviewed by a
Moses Center disability specialist.
All forms above should be scanned and emailed to the Moses Center at [email protected]. In
the email, please cc Cara Ryan, Global Liaison, at [email protected]. Any questions can be
directed to [email protected].
Attendance Policy
Although the administration of NYU Shanghai does not supervise attendance of classes, it
supports the standards imposed by instructors. When students are ill, they are expected to
notify professors in advance of class, if at all possible. If the instructor determines that it is an
excused absence then the student should negotiate with the professor the time and place for
makeup of assignments, tests and/or examinations missed. Students who are seriously ill,
should contact the Office of Health and Wellness for assistance and the Assistant Dean for
Academic Affairs so that the student’s professors may be contacted. Students may present, and
faculty may choose to ask for, verification of an illness but providing verification of illness does
not supersede a course policy that does not allow excused absences for illness or overrule an
instructor’s judgment that the illness does not meet the standards for an excused absence.
Students who, in the judgment of the instructor, have not substantially met the requirements of
the course or who have been excessively absent may be considered to have withdrawn
unofficially and may be given the final grade of F.
Religious Holidays and Attendance
NYU, as a nonsectarian institution, and NYU Shanghai, as a degree granting campus of NYU,
adhere to the general policy of including in its official calendar only certain legal holidays.
However, it has also long been NYU policy that members of any religious group may, without
penalty, absent themselves from classes when
compliance with their religious obligations requires it. In 1988, the NYU University Senate
affirmed this policy and passed a resolution that elaborated on it as follows:
1. Students who anticipate being absent because of any religious observance should, whenever
possible, notify faculty in advance of such anticipated absence.
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2. Whenever feasible, examinations and assignment deadlines should not be scheduled on
religious holidays. Any student absent from class because of religious beliefs shall not be
penalized for any class, examination, or assignment deadline missed on that day or days.
3. If examinations or assignment deadlines are scheduled, any student who is unable to attend
class because of religious beliefs shall be given the opportunity to make up that day or days.
4. No adverse or prejudicial effects shall result to any student who avails himself or herself of
the above provisions.
Academic Integrity
NYU Shanghai is a “community of the mind.” Its students, faculty, and staff all share the goal
of pursuing truth through free and open inquiry, and we support one another’s endeavors in
this regard. As in any community, membership comes with certain rights and responsibilities.
Foremost among these is academic integrity. Cheating on an exam,falsifying data, or having
someone else write a paper undermines others who are “doing it on their own”; it makes it
difficult or impossible to assess fairly a student’s interest,aptitude, and achievement; and it
diminishes the cheater, depriving him or her of an education. Most important, academic
dishonesty is a violation of the very principles upon which the academy is founded. For this
reason, violations of these principles are treated with the utmost seriousness.
At NYU Shanghai, a commitment to excellence, fairness, honesty, and respect within and
outside the classroom is essential to maintaining the integrity of our community. By accepting
membership in this community, students take responsibility for demonstrating these values in
their own conduct and for recognizing and supporting these values in others. In turn, these
values will create a campus climate that encourages the free exchange of ideas, promotes
scholarly excellence through active and creative thought, and allows community members to
achieve and be recognized for achieving their highest potential.
In pursuing these goals, NYU Shanghai expects and requires its students to adhere to the
highest standards of scholarship, research and academic conduct. Essential to the process of
teaching and learning is the periodic assessment of students’ academic progress through
measures such as papers, examinations, presentations, and other projects. Academic
dishonesty compromises the validity of these assessments as well as the relationship of trust
within the community. Student who engage in such behavior will be subject to review and the
possible imposition of penalties in accordance with the standards, practices, and procedures
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of NYU [Shanghai] and its colleges and schools. Violations may result in failure on a particular
assignment, failure in a course, suspension or expulsion from NYU Shanghai, or other
penalties.
Faculty are expected to guide students in understanding other people’s ideas, in developing
and clarifying their own thinking, and in using and conscientiously acknowledging resources
an increasingly complex endeavor given the current environment of widely available and
continually emerging electronic resources.
In addition, students come to NYU Shanghai from diverse educational contexts and may have
understandings regarding academic expectations that differ from those at NYU Shanghai.
NYU values and respects all academic traditions; however, while at NYU Shanghai, students
are expected to adhere to the norms and standards of academic integrity espoused by the
NYU Shanghai community and will be assessed in accordance with these standards.
Students should ask their professors for guidance regarding these standards as well as style
guide preferences for citation of sources for assignments in their courses.
Following are examples of behaviors that compromise the academic and intellectual
community of NYU Shanghai and are unacceptable.
1. Plagiarism: presenting others’ work without adequate acknowledgement of its source, as
though it were one’s own. Plagiarism is a form of fraud. We all stand on the shoulders of
others, and we must give credit to the creators of the works that we incorporate into products
that we call our own. Some examples of plagiarism:
• a sequence of words incorporated without quotation marks
• an unacknowledged passage paraphrased from another’s work
• the use of ideas, sound recordings, computer data or images created by others as though it
were one’s own
2. Cheating: deceiving a faculty member or other individual who assess student performance
into believing that one’s mastery of a subject or discipline is greater than it is by a range of
dishonest methods, including but not limited to:
• bringing or accessing unauthorized materials during an examination (e.g., notes, books, or
other information accessed via cell phones, computers, other technology or any other means)
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• providing assistance to acts of academic misconduct/dishonesty (e.g., sharing copies of
exams via cell phones, computers, other technology or any other means, allowing others to
copy answers on an exam)
• submitting the same or substantially similar work in multiple courses, either in the same
semester or in a different semester, without the express approval of all instructors
• submitting work (papers, homework assignments, computer programs, experimental results,
artwork, etc.) that was created by another, substantially or in whole, as one’s own
• submitting answers on an exam that were obtained from the work of another person or
providing answers or assistance to others during an exam when not explicitly permitted by the
instructor
• submitting evaluations of group members’ work for an assigned group project which
misrepresent the work that was performed by another group member
• altering or forging academic documents, including but not limited to admissions materials,
academic records, grade reports, add/drop forms, course registration forms, etc.
3. Any behavior that violates the academic policies set forth by NYU Shanghai.
Examination and Grades
Policies on Examinations
The following policies represent an understanding between faculty and student concerning an
important but often stressful period, especially at the conclusion of each academic semester
and at midsemester. There should be no expectation that the following points will cover
every conceivable situation. The student should anticipate the demands of the exam schedule,
plan accordingly and early, and be prepared. The faculty should recognize that the student is
encumbered with many tightly orchestrated and intensive obligations during this period over
which he or she has no control: expectations should be reasonably consistent with the number
of course units and, of course, should be made known to the student well in advance of the
final examination period, preferably as part of the course syllabus.
In order to help students plan their time and study optimally for examinations, this document
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lays out in some detail the policies regarding final and interm examinations. Instructors are
requested to provide notification of the major interm examinations in the course syllabus. The
final examination date is posted early in the semester. It is the responsibility of the student
to give his or her instructor sufficient notice and to work with the instructor to reschedule
examinations if this is needed.
Definitions
NYU Shanghai’s official final examination period begins on the reading day immediately
following the last day of classes and continues through the last day of scheduled final
examinations, with the exception of reading day(s).
Scheduled final examinations are those scheduled by the Registrar. An instructor may choose
not to fix a schedule for final examination, but instead allow each student to choose the
examination time; such exams are called selfscheduled examinations.
Final examinations can either be comprehensive, covering all course materials, or
noncomprehensive, covering only a part of the course.
Major examinations during the semester are referred to here as interm examinations.
Interm Examinations
Interm exams may only occur during regularly scheduled class hours. This means that exams
may not run longer than the regular class period for the course and that instructors may not
schedule alternative exam times. It is possible to administer an exam that takes longer than
scheduled class times if the instructor divides the test into two parts and students take them
over different class dates. The only exception to the interm testing policy is for students with
identified learning disabilities that cause them to need additional time for tests. Student may not
be required to take more than two fullperiod inclass or out of class examinations on the same
day. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the instructors in a timely manner of his/her
circumstance so that appropriate accommodations can be made.
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Final Examinations
1. All scheduled final examinations are held at the end of the semester during NYU Shanghai’s
official final examination period. The last day of a class is not normally used for a final
examination. Comprehensive final examinations are not required for each course, but are given
at the option of the instructor. The reading day and weekend preceding the examination days
are not used for examination purposes of any kind, unless a student chooses (and the instructor
agrees) to take a selfscheduled examination during this time. Noncomprehensive final
examinations or final projects (but not both) are allowed during this final examination period only
in courses that do not give a final comprehensive examination.
2. Instructors return all work assigned no later than the last regular day of classes in courses for
which there is a final examination. In cases when this is not possible, an answer key, solution
sets or equivalent feedback should be provided unless the final examination will not cover
material in work that has not been returned.
3. No other coursework, including laboratory or studio work, will be due during the final
examination period unless it is assigned in advance and in lieu of the course’s final examination.
Regardless of whether there is a final examination in the course, no classes other than review
sessions are held during the final examination period. Review sessions are scheduled for
optimal attendance, and a serious effort should be made to accommodate students who cannot
attend. In appreciation of the time required to prepare for final examinations, no other
examinations, portfolio reviews, critiques or juries shall be scheduled for the last class day of a
course with a final examination.
4. Instructors do not exert or submit to pressures to move an examination so that people can
leave earlier nor pressure students to take an examination on a reading day or weekend
preceding examinations.
5. No student is required to take more than two scheduled final examinations that start within a
25hour period. A student who has more than two final examinations scheduled within a 25hour
period or has two final examinations scheduled at the same time should first contact the
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instructors of the courses for assistance in resolving conflicts. If the problem cannot be resolved
by that means, the student should contact the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs.
6. Takehome final examinations shall be given for any 24hour period of the student’s choosing
during the final examination period.
7. Students are expected to present themselves at the place assigned at the start of the
examination; late arrival will reduce the total time a student has to complete the examination,
unless the instructor’s course policy indicates otherwise. Instructors reserve the right to require
attendance within a specific time period. Students who miss an examination with a reasonable
excuse and wish to petition for a makeup final examination should check with the instructor.
8. Any student may review his or her corrected, graded final examination in the presence of an
instructor or a teaching assistant. Any controversy arising from this review is dealt with in
accordance with NYU Shanghai procedure for the appeal of grades and academic actions. A
final examination that is not returned to a student will be kept available until the end of the next
semester for review. In the event that the instructor or teaching assistant is not available for the
review, the responsibility shall rest with the major leader of the instructor offering the course or
his or her designee. Since instructors return all work assigned before the final examinations,
they are not responsible for retaining unclaimed coursework.
9. Concerns related to final examination, complaints about violations of the final examination
policy or alterations of the final examination schedule should be directed to the students’
Academic Advisor or to the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs.
Makeup Examinations
When final examinations are missed because of illness, a doctor’s note must be presented to
the instructor, who decides if a request for a grade of Incomplete is warranted. See below for an
outline of procedures for taking makeup examinations.
As noted under “Grades” a student who cannot take the final examination in a course at the
regularly scheduled time may be given the grade of Incomplete. The student must discuss the
reasons for missing the examination with the instructor and, in the case of illness, must submit a
doctor’s note to the instructor. The student must ask the instructor to give a grade of Incomplete.
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Incompletes are not awarded automatically. The time and place of any makeup examinations
are set by the instructor or the major leader.
Incomplete grades received because of a missed final examination must be removed within the
semester following the one in which the Incomplete was received. In the case of students who
are out of attendance, such grades must be removed within one year after the end of the course
concerned. An Incomplete is a temporary grade, if it is not replaced within the time limit by a
grade submitted by the course instructor it becomes an F or the default grade indicated by the
instructor and is computed in the grade point average. (Regarding the removal of Incompletes
received for missed work other than final examinations, see next page under “Grades” and
“Incompletes.”)
Grades
Students may obtain their final grades for each semester on Albert via NYUHome at
home.nyu.edu. The parents or guardian of a student who is a minor (under 18 years of
age) may, on a written request to the Office of the NYU University Registrar, obtain the
student’s grades at any time.
The following symbols indicating grades are used: A, B, C, D, P, F, and W. The following symbol
indicates incomplete work: I. Only grades of A, B, C, D, or F earned in any NYU course while
matriculated in NYU Shanghai, or earned in any of NYU Shanghai’s courses (courses suffixed
by “SH”) while matriculated in another division of NYU, are computed
in the average. The following grades may be awarded: A, A, B+, B, B, C+, C, C, D+, D, F. In
general, A indicates excellent work, B indicates good work, C indicates satisfactory work, and D
indicates passable work and is the lowest passing grade. F indicates failure. The weights
assigned in computing the grade point average are as follows:
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A 4.0
A 3.7
B+ 3.3
B 3.0
B 2.7
C+ 2.3
C 2.0
C 1.7
D+ 1.3
D 1.0
F 0.0
Policies on Assigned Grades
Once a final grade has been submitted by the instructor and recorded on the transcript, the final
grade cannot be changed by turning in additional course work.
To appeal an assigned grade (only final semester grades are assigned grades, midterm and
individual assignment and paper grades are not appealable) the student should first consult with
the instructor who assigned the grade to discuss the grading requirements for the course and
how the grade was determined. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome of the discussion
and wishes to appeal the grade further, a formal written appeal should be submitted to the
Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs within one month of the date the grade was posted. An
independent review of the grade will be undertaken. All of the student’s work will be reviewed to
clarify how the grade was determined and to ensure the grade is consistent with academic
guidelines and policies. The result of the appeal may be that the grade is lowered, raised, or
stays the same. The decision of the Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs in matters related to
a course grade is final.
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Grade of P
The grade of P (Pass) indicates a passing grade (A, B, C, or D) in a course taken under the
pass/fail option. It is also used to indicate nongraded courses. The grade of P is not computed
in the average. The grade of F under the pass/fail option is computed in the average. For more
information and procedures to obtain the pass/fail option, see end of this section under
“Pass/Fail Option.”
Grade of W
The grade of W indicates an official withdrawal of the student from a course in good academic
standing. Please see “Change of Program” and “Withdrawing from Courses,” above, for
information on the regulations and procedures for withdrawing officially from courses.
Grade of I
The grade of I (Incomplete) is a temporary grade that indicates that the student has, for good
reason, completed all but a single requirement or a small amount of the course work, and that
there is the possibility that the student will eventually pass the course when all of the
requirements have been completed. A student must ask the instructor for a grade of I, present
documented evidence of illness or the equivalent, clarify the remaining course requirements
with the instructor, and receive approval from the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs. The
Incomplete grade is not awarded automatically. It is not used when there is no possibility that
the student will eventually pass the course. If the coursework is not completed and a grade
submitted by the course instructor before the statutory time for making up incompletes has
elapsed, the temporary grade of I becomes an F or the default grade indicated by the instructor
and is computed in the student’s grade point average.
Incompletes
All work missed in the fall term or in a January term session must be made up by the end of the
following spring term. All work missed in the spring term or in a summer session must be made
up by the end of the following fall term. Students who are on a leave of absence in the semester
following the one in which the course was taken have one year to complete the work. Students
should contact their advisor for an Extension of Incomplete Form, which must be approved by
the instructor. Extensions of these time limits are rarely granted.
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Pass/Fail Option
Students should follow the procedures listed below in order to declare the pass/fail option for
a course while studying away at a NYU Shanghai. Pass/Fail requests must be submitted by
the deadline noted on the academic calendar. (Students are subject to the pass/fail policies
of their home schools. Please note, however, that Global Programs requires all students to take their required language course for graded credit.) It is highly recommended to consult your academic advisor before declaring the pass/fail option.
Withdrawing from a Course
Withdrawing from a course during the first two weeks of the term is treated as a drop and will
not appear on the transcript. Those courses withdrawn from during the fourth week through
the ninth week of the term will be recorded with a grade of W. After the ninth week, no one
may withdraw from a course. Students who are ill or have a serious personal problem should
contact their advisor.
Complete Semester Withdrawal
Students wishing to withdraw completely after arriving at NYU Shanghai must first consult
staff in either academic life or student life at their host center and must also be in touch with
their home school academic advisor. Please note that only enrolled students are allowed to
remain in NYU housing. Students wishing to cancel their attendance before arrival should
contact their Study Away Advisor or [email protected]. Students wishing to
withdraw from courses with a "W" on their transcript must adhere to the withdraw deadline.
Tuition Refund Schedule
Degree seeking campuses and study away sites run on individual calendars. While the refund
policy is consistent across NYU, dates vary by location.
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Tuition Refund Schedule for Complete Withdrawal
Withdrawal through the site's official first
day of classes.
100% of Tuition and Fees
Through the end of the first calendar
week of classes
100% of Tuition only
Second calendar week of classes 70% of Tuition only
Third calendar week of classes 55% of Tuition only
Fourth calendar week of classes 25% of Tuition only
After the fourth week of classes No Refund
Tuition Insurance Refund Plan Tuition Refund Insurance is available for families wishing to complement New York
University's refund policy. More information is available on the NYU Bursar site here.
Tuition Refund for Individual Courses
Students studying away are required to take a full course load (between 1218 credits) and
pay full time tuition. Tuition charges for full time students remaining between 1218 credits
will not be affected by dropping a course. Those students who are enrolled in more than 18
credits and wish to drop down to between 1218 credits will receive a 100% refund of Tuition
and Fees if they drop during the first two weeks of the semester. There is no refund if a
course is dropped after the first two weeks. Please note that the study away semester begins
with the First Day of Classes listed on the site calendars. Each calendar week is counted
beginning with the First Day of classes listed on the site calendars.
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4. Student Life Policies & Resources
Student Conduct Policies and Process
Students studying away at NYU Shanghai are expected to uphold the NYU General Rules of
Conduct, the Study Away Standard and NYU Shanghai Student Conduct Policies; respect all
members of the NYU Shanghai and Shanghai communities; respect the customs, culture and
laws of Shanghai and the People’s Republic of China.
Please refer to the STUDENT CONDUCT POLICIES AND PROCESS document for detailed
policies including student conduct policies, health and safety policies, residential hall policies,
and the student conduct process.
https://cdn.shanghai.nyu.edu/sites/default/files/media/nyushstudentpoliciesfall2016.pdf
You are also responsible for adhering to the Study Away Standard.
https://www.nyu.edu/content/dam/nyu/globalPrgms/documents/MasterPages/StudyAway_Standard_Aug13.pdf
Residential Life
https://shanghai.nyu.edu/campuslife/residential
At NYU Shanghai, all Study Away students are required live in the Green Center Residence Hall
for the 20162017 academic year. The Green Center is located in the Jinqiao area of the
Pudong District.
Each student floor is supported by a resident assistant (RA), an upperclass student who will
support students’ transition to university and Shanghai life. RAs will also help develop
community through programming and upholding a standard of conduct consistent with the
expectations of NYU. Finally, RAs act as the first responders to any emergency in the residence
hall.
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The Residence Hall Director and Assistant Director supervise the RAs and support the
residence community at large. A professional staff member is also on duty 24 hours a day,
seven days a week in the event of emergency and lives in the building with the students,
providing greater oversight when needed. The Residential Life team is committed to
empowering students to live an independent yet supported life in the residence hall.
The hall has onsite public safety officers 24 hours a day, seven days a week, who provide
security for the building and act as yet another contact in the event of an emergency.
For additional information, please email [email protected].
Residence Hall Policies
Please refer to the STUDENT CONDUCT POLICIES AND PROCESS document for detailed
policies on residence hall community standards
Resource Center Location: Building 1, Green Center Residence Hall.
Hours: 9am9pm, MondaySunday
Who we are
As the hub of NYU Shanghai residential community, we specialize in answering questions and
providing information about NYU Shanghai and the residence hall. We help students navigate
university resources and services, and promote ways for residents to get connected and stay
informed.
What we do
At the Resource Center, you can pick up packages, buy/refill laundry cards, borrow cleaning
supplies and board games, and get masks or bandaids if needed. Got questions? Go ahead,
ask us!
How to Submit a Facilities Work Order
It is everyone’s responsibility to maintain working order of the facilities equipment (lights,
bathroom, furniture). Students with facilities and maintenance issues will need to report them
immediately by filling out a work request form at https://orgsync.com/97975/forms/109646.
Damages caused by a student may result in a fine or penalty.
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Internship and Volunteer Opportunities Students who wish to study away in Shanghai have access to a wide variety of internship and
volunteer opportunities. The NYU Shanghai mobility team
(shanghai.student[email protected]) will assist you with the necessary paperwork to obtain a
proper work visa, and the process usually takes 3 to 6 weeks. The Career Development Center
(https://shanghai.nyu.edu/campuslife/career) will provide you with additional information about
the opportunities available to you. Our Study Away students have obtained internships in
corporations from different industries, such as BTC China, ACCESS health international,
Amcham Shanghai, Oriental DreamWorks, AEG Management, naked Retreats, The Good
Agency Asia and China Solutions. If you are interested in these opportunities, you should log on
to NYU Shanghai CareerNet (https://nyushanghaicsm.symplicity.com/students/index.php) as
soon as you have been accepted into the program, and contact our Career Development Center
([email protected]) if you have any questions.
Besides internships, Study Away students can network and gain career related skills through
attending careerrelated workshops, speaker sessions and company visits. Our NYU Shanghai
Alumni Mentor Program (http://shanghai.nyu.edu/campuslife/career/alumni/mentor) aims to
connect students with NYU alumni across a variety of professional sectors in order to facilitate a
deeper understanding of career opportunities and trends in Asia.
Student Involvement
NYU Shanghai’s student clubs and organizations reflect a vast diversity of interests and play an
enormous role in developing student leaders and creating community. Whether your interest is
academic, cultural, recreational, social, literary, performing arts, debate, LGBTQ, political, public
policy, or community service, NYU Shanghai provides opportunities for students to meet and
engage with likeminded students and explore similar interests.
Study Away students are encouraged to participate in any of the student clubs and
organizations for pursuing personal and professional passions, polishing transferable skills, and
promoting learning, diversity, and community. Joining recognized clubs and organizations
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allows students from all disciplines and backgrounds to enrich the quality of their educational
experience at NYU Shanghai.
During the first week of classes, Student Life will organize an Involvement Fair for students to
explore the many opportunities to get involved with life outside the classroom at NYU Shanghai.
No matter what your interests are, you are sure to find something amongst our 40+ clubs, sports
teams, and service opportunities.
Club Directory: https://orgsync.com/browse_orgs/719 Starting a New Club: http://shanghai.nyu.edu/campuslife/involvement/clubs/starting
Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation http://shanghai.nyu.edu/campuslife/athletics
Whether you’re looking to participate in a competitive or intramural team sport, to relax with
meditative yoga, or to express yourself through various forms of dance, participating in some
form of physical activity helps maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. During orientation you’ll
learn about all of the options available and will be encouraged to choose at least one activity for
the semester.
To contact NYU Shanghai Athletics, email [email protected].
Fitness Center
The NYU Shanghai Fitness Center is available for all NYU Shanghai and study away students.
The center is located in the B1 level of the Academic Building and has the latest equipment from
LifeFitness, including treadmills, cross trainers, a concept rower, upright and cycling bikes,
strength machines, and free weights. The Fitness Center hours are posted on our webpage.
Competitive Sports
NYU Shanghai competes with students at other local universities or high schools in Shanghai
and in citysponsored events, leagues, and competitions during the academic year. Team sports
include American flag football, basketball, badminton, soccer, fencing, and volleyball. Students
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are encouraged to try out for teams to develop their skills and represent NYU Shanghai to the
greater Shanghai community.
For more information on competitive sports, please email [email protected].
Intramural Sports
Intramural sports at NYU Shanghai provide students the opportunity to form their own teams or
sign up as free agents to compete against each other in a fun and relaxing—but
competitive—environment and to build their own community and network of peers. These
friendly matches encompass a wide variety of sports including basketball, badminton, volleyball,
ultimate Frisbee, soccer, dodgeball, and capture the flag.
Recreational Activities
If students are just looking for a quick break for the afternoon, day, or weekend, NYU Shanghai
offers a selection of oneoff recreational activities throughout the semester that will engage the
body and mind. With options such as yoga retreats, outdoor hikes, gokarting, basketball
tournaments, and more, NYU Shanghai provides something for everybody.
Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness at NYU Shanghai is committed to promoting a safe, informed, healthy and
happy university community, by providing an array of professional services tailored to support
our student’s needs during their university life at NYU Shanghai. The Health and Wellness
Center program addresses the issues impacting students from a physical, emotional and health
knowledge perspective and provides activities and resources that empower the students to
achieve their academic potential. The transition to adulthood and the navigation of college life
presents wonderful opportunities, but can sometimes cause stress and varying emotions. We
are also mindful of the great opportunities and added challenges of being a student in a mega
city like Shanghai. The Health and Wellness Center provides medical and counseling support
and promotes health knowledge through skills focused training and learning workshops in a
warm and welcoming environment.
Studying away at NYU Shanghai offers you a unique opportunity to continue your studies and
experience Chinese culture in one of the most modern, mega cities in the world. Shanghai has a
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unique history, which represents both its ancient past and modern future. The Health and
Wellness team are dedicated to supporting this period of personal and social development by
offering workshops introducing students to basic elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine and
ancient art of Tai Chi as part of the journey. Our team are also actively involved in community
based health promotion and education campaigns targeting the contemporary issues impacting
students and individual assistance with medical referrals and wellness counseling. If you have
any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
The Health and Wellness Center is located on the 6th floor of the academic building and opened
Monday to Friday 8.30 5.30. The Center is staffed by highly trained professionals who are
focused on supporting the needs of students. Professional counseling services are confidential
and offered to students free of charge.
The Wellness Exchange is a 24 hour counseling hotline all students can call for support.
Tel: 021 2059 9999.
Health Insurance
New York University requires that students studying abroad as part of their educational
program be covered under the NYUsponsored health insurance plan administered by
GeoBlue (formerly HTH Worldwide Insurance).
The schoolsponsored GeoBlue NYUShanghai program provides coverage worldwide,
including in the United States. The GeoBlue coverage is essential and the cost is included in
the student’s Bursar bill.
The GeoBlue NYUShanghai Plan is effective from August 1, 2016 through July 31, 2017.
http://www.nyu.edu/life/safetyhealthwellness/studenthealthcenter/insurancepatientaccounts/
nyushanghai.html
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5. Life in Shanghai
There are a thousand “Shanghai”s in a thousand people’s eyes. Yet anyone who conceive
Shanghai as defined by its glamorous modern façade is either misled or narrowminded.
Shanghai is a melting pot, a place with various dimensions, where the old meets the new, the
traditional meets the modern, and the Eastern and the Western. Only when you experience the
richness of its history, culture and art can you fully appreciate the extraordinariness of the city.
In Shanghai, you will find your life convenient, colorful and full of adventures. There is a wide
range of options when it comes to dining, shopping, entertainment and city exploration. From
stunning Art Deco galleries to modern theatres, from ShikumenShanghai style architecture to
skyscraper, from Michelin restaurants to local street food, from international fashion festivals to
local artefacts market, Shanghai always has its way to surprise and amaze you.
For most of you, it will be your first time living in Shanghai and even in Asia. It is an adventure,
so make sure that you get some basic knowledge about the city and the country before you
come. Student Life has created a Life in Shanghai page on NYU Shanghai website, where you
can find bunch of useful information and tips which will help to make your first few weeks’ life
easier. We also recommend you to take advantage of other resources listed below:
SmartShanghai daily updated events, dining, and nightlife in Shanghai for expats
Shanghai Tourism official Shanghai travel website
Lonely Planet Shanghai Guide
Arranging Your Finance
Living Cost in Shanghai Living in Shanghai can be either relatively cheap or very expensive. It all depends on how you
arrange your finance. You may easily find things that are much more expensive than those in a
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US city. Living cost rises every year. The following price approximations may give you a rough
guide to the living cost in Shanghai (tax included and no tipping required).
Products
Cost in RMB
Cost in USD
Workday lunch sets in
restaurants
15 45 RMB
2.4 7.1 USD
3course meal for 2 person
(Midrange Chinese
restaurant)
150 RMB
24 USD
3course meal for 2 person
(Midrange western
restaurant)
350 RMB
55 USD
Cappuccino in Starbucks
(Grande)
33 RMB
5.3 USD
A drink in Bar Rouge
(cocktail)
90 RMB
14.4 USD
A cinema ticket
60 RMB
9.5 USD
A taxi ride of 3 KM
14 RMB 5 AM – 11 PM
18 RMB 11 PM – 5 AM
2.3 USD
2.9 USD
A pair of Levi’s Jean
799 RMB
128 USD
A Gap Tshirt
179 RMB
28.6 USD
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Banking and ATMs We recommend you to join the Jinqiao Neighborhood Tour during orientation, where our staff
will take you to the nearest banks. You can use your passport to set up a bank account at a
bank near campus. These accounts can receive wire transfers in US dollars and Chinese Yuan
from both international and domestic sources. You should check with your current bank to see if
they have any reciprocity arrangements with banks in China. Remember to register a local
mobile phone number before you open a local bank account.
When you arrive for orientation in August, NYU Shanghai will help you set up a local bank
account. You will be able to deposit money or allow your family to send wire transfers to this
bank account while limiting the fees you would incur from transactions through a bank from your
home country.
Many ATMs can accept international credit and debit cards with the Visa, MasterCard, and
American Express logo and will automatically convert US dollars into RMB for withdrawal, but
fees can be exorbitant. We suggest this method only as a last resort when cash is urgently
needed. American Express and Discover cards are rarely accepted in shops in China. We do
not suggest that students use international credit or debit cards in China, as fees charged by
home banks and credit card processors can be quite high.
The Chinese banking system is not yet highly internationalized. International banks with
branches in China are separate corporate entities from their Chinese outposts and do not allow
direct transfers between the two; this is true of Chinese banks with international branches as
well. For this reason, wire transfers are still the only way to move money between any bank in
China and any international bank, regardless of the bank.
Each bank will have different fees associated with international money transfers, so it is
important to contact any bank you are interested in using to find out what fees they charge for
transfers to China.
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Exchanging Money Many banks can exchange money for you before you come to China. We recommend you bring
RMB 1,000 (about USD 160 as of March 2015) on your trip here because purchases and trade
in much of China still relies on cash.
As part of your orientation, we'll show you where to set up a bank account and let you know
what documents you need to do so. Once your account is set up, you can receive wires from
abroad and exchange USD or widely traded currencies into RMB as necessary through the local
Chinese bank.
Getting Around
The most convenient way to getting around the city is by metro. You can buy a transportation
card at any metro stations in Shanghai, which can be used on metro, taxi, bus and ferries. You
are required to pay a 20 RMB deposit when purchasing the card.
Metro: There are 14 metro lines running in Shanghai as year of 2015. You can easily find a metro station in the city center, and most of them run into Shanghai suburbs. The cost varies
from 3 RMB to 10 RMB depending on the distance. The operation hours is from 5:30 AM to
11:30 PM in general, but it varies line by line. If possible, please avoid taking metro during rush
hour (7:408:40AM; 5:456:45PM), as it is extremely crowded.
Taxi : Traveling in Shanghai by taxi is convenient. It is important to bring a Chinese address with you as most drivers don’t speak English. Remember to take a receipt before you get off,
and there’s no tipping culture in China.
Bus: Shanghai has more than 1000 formal bus lines, including downtown and suburban lines. Most bus lines are named in number and have a fixed rate at 2 RMB, while some others are
named in Chinese which run between city center and suburbs. A mini bus with 4 digital numbers
connects neighborhoods and a metro station.
Bicycles: Like most Chinese big cities, Shanghai is very easy to navigate by bicycle. There are dedicated bike lanes on many streets in the city, and there are always a lot of cyclists on the
street. You can purchase a new bike (or a secondhand one by haggling) near campus for a
price lower than that in the United States.
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There are three things that you need to be aware of if you plan to purchase a bicycle. First,
finding helmets and other safety gear can be difficult because this equipment is rarely worn by
the local population. That said, we do not recommend students ride without gear, since there is
a larger variety of vehicles (such as electric bikes, threewheeled vehicles, etc.) on the road,
and vehicles are more likely to violate traffic rules unexpectedly. Second, bike theft is one of the
most common crimes in China, so it might be wiser for students to buy used bikes instead of
new ones and always secure them with locks. Finally, we strongly recommend that students do
not purchase or ride electric bikes and other motorized vehicles. Injuries sustained while on
such vehicles may not be covered by your insurance policy.
Dining OnCampus Dining at NYU Shanghai is a payasyougo plan. The cafeteria in B1 offers breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday with a variety of Chinese, Western,
Vegetarian and Halal food options. Sandwiches, cakes, fruits, coffee and other drinks can be
purchased at 2F Café. Meals at the oncampus cafeterias average between RMB 10 and RMB
30, and students can swipe their campus ID card to purchase them. The campus ID card can
only purchase food in B1 cafeteria and 2F café. Students can use cash to add money to the ID
card. For fire prevention, you are prohibited from owning or keeping any cooking equipment in
your residence hall room.
Vegetarianism: China has plenty of vegetarian dishes to offer. Just make sure that the dishes
you order do not use animalbased oils or broths in preparation. Some vegetarians have trouble
finding “actual” vegetarian food. For example, the waiter might bring out an eggplant dish with
tiny shrimp sprinkled on top, even after specifically being told “no meat.” Sometimes you just
have to laugh it off and reorder. Or if you are fine with picking out shrimp, that works too! It is
also a good idea to say “sucai” (vegetarian) as opposed to “bu yao rou” (no meat) as seafood is
not considered meat in China.
Vegan Restaurants Around Campus:
iVegan 爱源素蔬食馆
Address: No.87 Songlin Road, Pudong
Tel: 02150586016
Date Tree 枣子树
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Address: 3F, Yuanshen Sports Center, No.1458 Zhangyang Road, Pudong
Tel: 02158219979
When traveling to smaller cities, whether on group travels or individually, students may be
dismayed to find a lack of vegetarian options and the presence of some more exotic meats such
as organ meat, chicken feet, frog legs, snakes, and so on. Try to bring enough supplies and
snacks in case you cannot find vegetarian dishes.
Shopping
Shanghai is crowned as the “shopping paradise”. You can find both lowend local goods and
highend imported luxury products.
Commercial Zone: There are several commercial zones in Shanghai downtown, mostly located in Puxi. The closet two to our campus is Lujiazui commercial zone (Metro line 2, Lujiazui Stop)
and Babaiban commercial zone (Metro line 9, Shangchen Rd Stop). You can find numerous
restaurants and shops, cinema and other entertainment facilities there.
Imported Products usually have a much higher price than those sold in the original country, especially for perfume and cosmetics. You may find it’s difficult to purchase imported food
products as the options are very limited in local hypermarkets like Carrefour or Century Mart.
There are more options in foreign grocery stores like City Shop or City Super, but the price is
much higher.
Online Shopping is increasingly popular in China. It is easy to find products you want online for a price much lower than the retail price in the shop, and they can be delivered directly to home.
But online shopping also has its disadvantages, such as unguaranteed quality. Most online
shopping websites are in Chinese, and many of them don’t accept foreign credit card. Talk to
your Chinese roommate or peers to see if they are willing to help purchase online for you.
Popular Online Shopping Websites:
TAOBAO (http://www.taobao.com/) or TMALL (http://www.tmall.com/) – retail
products
Yihaodian (http://www.yhd.com/) – specialized in imported food products
Amazon (http://www.amazon.cn/) – specialized in global purchase
Suning (http://www.suning.com/) – specialized in electronic products, delivery is quick
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Haggling could be an interesting and enjoyable aspect of shopping in China. In most shops, such as smallscale clothing vendors and souvenir stalls, haggling is necessary and expected.
Merchants will begin by giving a quote that could be four or more times the actual price.
Assuming you appropriately communicate your desire for a lower price, you and the vendor will
hash it out for a few minutes until you come to a price you are both satisfied with. Shop owners
will be aggressive in their initial overpricing, so it is your responsibility to only settle on a price
you can accept. As you get used to the local value of different goods, you will become more
effective at haggling. You do not need to haggle for all goods in China. At many largescale
shops, local convenience stores, and grocery stores where prices are clearly listed, haggling is
not allowed. However, at tourist sites or when purchasing items regarded as souvenirs, you are
almost always expected to barter regardless of the scale of the store or the fact that price tags
may appear on items.
Language Tips
Shanghai is one of the most international cities in China. Most young people understand and
speak a limited amount of English. However, you may find it difficult to communicate with local
taxi drivers, cashiers in stores, or middleaged and senior people. Therefore, it is helpful if you
can learn how to say the address for the residence hall and campus in Chinese, or other basic
Mandarin before you come, such as asking for road, asking for help, etc. Keep a copy of the
address card we prepared for you in your purse or wallet in case the driver cannot understand
you.
While you study in Shanghai, take the advantage to speak as much Chinese as you can at all
times and do not be afraid to speak because you think your accent is horrible. You will find that
locals are very encouraging to new speakers and will always compliment you on your speaking.
Here Are Some Useful Apps/Websites Which Can Help You Learn Mandarin Faster.
Anki (http://ankisrs.net/): For acing your vocabulary
Pleco (http://www.pleco.com/): For a free, offline dictionary
FluentU (http://www.fluentu.com/chinese/): For realworld immersion, learning from
songs, videos or movies
Skritter (http://www.skritter.com/): For learning Chinese writing
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Chinese Skill, iOS | Android: For learning with games
Standard Mandarin (http://www.standardmandarin.com/): For the Pinyin and the tone
Religious Services
Much like in the United States, legal separation of church and state exists in China, which
means that religious practitioners must find services and communities offcampus. All major
faiths have community centers and places of worship in Shanghai. You can find a list of places
of worship on the Community Resource Guide Book. If you still can’t find the information you
need, NYU staff in Student Life will provide guidance and support to anyone seeking a religious
community to engage.
Festivals and Holidays Lunar New Year Also known as Spring Festival, this holiday begins on the first day of the first month of the lunar
calendar and ends on the 15th day of that month. The last day is the Lantern Festival. Spring
Festival is the most important holiday in the China, and lots of shops and restaurants in
Shanghai will be closed during the holiday. NYU Shanghai will be closed as well. Students who
are here during this time should plan accordingly.
Qingming Festival Also known as Tomb Sweeping Day, it is the 15th day after the Spring Equinox, either April 4th
or April 5th in a given year. It is a festival for people to go outside to enjoy the greenery of spring
time, but more importantly to visit the graves or burial grounds of their ancestors and beloved.
Dragon Boat Festival Dragon Boat Festival occurs on the 5th day of the 5th month of the lunar calendar. The
celebrations involves eating Zongzi (sticky rice treats wrapped in bamboo leaves), drinking
realgar wine, and racing dragon boats.
MidAutumn Festival
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The MidAutumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month of the Chinese calendar
when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. It is a celebration of abundance and togetherness.
Friends and family gather for a huge feast and eat moon cakes together.
Chinese National Day Holiday This holiday is to celebrate the Chinese National Day on October 1st. The statutory National
Day holidays are three days long, but combined with the two weekends, it is a 7day holiday,
which is called the "Golden Week". It is a peak season for tourism and tourist consumption. .
Shanghai Peach Blossom Festival Peach blossom festival usually falls in late March to early April. This festival has been
successfully held since 1991. Several peach tree parks in Nanhui district have over 65 square
kilometers (25 square miles) of peach trees. The trees usually start to blossom at the end of
March, reaching full glory in the beginning of April. Nanhui Peach Tree Village and Datuan
Peach Tree Park are good places to appreciate these beautiful blossoms. Visitors can live a day
as farmers or fishermen: fishing on boat or plowing fields. There are tasty country snacks to
savor as well. Ticket price from 20 RMB to 50 RMB.
Shanghai Attractions
Shanghai is a charming city, you can find not only worldclass architecture, galleries and art
museums, pubs and bars, but also historic Shikumen buildings, water towns, and local markets.
Pudong refers to the areas that is in the east side of the Huangpu River. This area was mostly farmland before the late 1980s but now contains much of the financial district and modern
architecture of Shanghai, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai World Financial
Center. NYU Shanghai's academic building is in the heart of Pudong (Lujiazui) on Century
Avenue, minutes away from the two aforementioned landmarks.
Puxi refers to the areas that is in the west side of the Huangpu River. This includes the oldest areas of the city as well as a wealth of native and colonial buildings from the 19th and early20th
century along the Bund, Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, former French Concession and
elsewhere. Near NYU Shanghai's academic building there is a big interchange subway station,
which can easily and quickly take you to anywhere in Puxi.
Parks in Shanghai are safe and vibrant places, and we encourage you to explore and enjoy them fully. They are great places for study, relaxation, and watching groups of retired residents
engaging in group singing, dance, tai chi practice, and so forth. NYU Shanghai’s academic
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building is near Century Park, the largest park in Shanghai center and a wonderful place to
enjoy a sunny, cozy afternoon.
Travel
Traveling in most of China is cheap and convenient. However, making flight or train reservations
can be somewhat challenging for students who do not speak Mandarin Chinese. The NYU
Shanghai staff is happy to assist students who wish to purchase weekend travel tickets. Make
sure you ask for assistance at least a few weeks in advance to allow for processing time.
Ctrip (http://www.ctrip.com/) is the biggest online travel website which provides ticketing service
for train and flight, hotel booking and vacation booking in both Chinese and English. One
resource open to all NYU students for international travel planning is NYU Traveler, available
through your NYU Home account. There you can learn how to book flights through NYU
Traveler's Egencia and AMEX systems.
Travel Tips
Avoid travelling inside China during Spring Festival and Chinese National holiday.
Flight tickets may be cheaper than train tickets sometimes.
Inform someone (your parents, the school, a friend) of your travel plans in case of
emergency.
Cash is king. Make sure you have more than one source of money (e.g., cash and a
credit card) as credit card is not popular in many parts of China.
Always ask price before you take something. Nothing free will fall onto your lap.
Make a copy of your passport and a credit card and bring them with you.
Bring email confirmations of all reservations and arrangements you have made.
Write down the address of your destination to show to a local if you need help and
print out directions to get to that location.
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6. Arriving in Shanghai
PreArrival Checklist How can you prepare for your first year at NYU Shanghai? Follow the links below to make sure
you've got all the information you need:
Check the Visa page to find out how to get your Visa to China
Learn how to purchase your tickets to Shanghai through NYU Traveler's Egencia (read
booking guideline for Egencia)
Visit the Residential Life page and fill out the housing application
Get knowledge on Life in Shanghai to prepare your transition to this new city well
Read our Packing Tips before you pack your luggage
Set up your official NYU email address and explore IT Support Services
Read the NYU Shanghai Student Conduct Policy and Process
Visa & Immigration
Please read the Chinese visa notice here to understand what you should do before and after
your arrival. If your visa is a one entry visa, please note that trip to Hong Kong, Macau and
Taiwan during your summer program period will not be allowed as you will need an extra entry
to enter China mainland again. If you have any questions related with your Chinese visa, please
email us at shanghai.student[email protected].
Packing Tips
Have no clue from where to start your packing? Have too many things to bring? For a lot of
people, packing ended up taking much longer time than they originally expect. So don’t forget to
start early! Before you start packing, please first check with your Airline Company on how many
baggage can be checked. Actually, you don’t need to bring everything to Shanghai, please visit
the Packing Tips page on our website to get some ideas. No matter how you will pack your
luggage, please put your passport and important documents such as JW202 in the bag that you
will take onto the plane, DO NOT PACK THEM INTO YOUR LUGGAGE!
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We recommend that you first make a list of all the items you would like to bring and then decide
whether you can find them in China (chances are you can). The bed sizes in China are different
than in many other countries, so sheets from home may not fit your residence hall mattress.
During orientation you’ll have the chance to visit Ikea, where we recommend that you buy your
bedding.
The most important items to bring are clothes for all seasons, any special toiletries, and
medication. Think creatively about how you'll be able to use some of your summer clothing to
layer for the other two seasons as your luggage may overweight easily. If you have family or
friends visiting you during your fall break, please check with them to see if they can bring some
items for you. If you don’t already own winter clothes, you’ll find that Shanghai has international
brands you might like, such as Gap, Hollister, H&M, and Zara.
Clothing
Shanghai has a humid subtropical climate, with an average of 4.2° C (39.6° F) in January and
27.9° C (82.2° F) in July, for an annual mean temperature of 16.1° C (61.0° F). Temperatures
may drop below freezing during the winter, but snowfall is rare. Many facilities in Shanghai are
not well heated during winter months. Students are encouraged to bring clothing that can be
layered for use during this time.
You should also consider the limited space in your residence hall room when packing. Be aware
that, as in any residence hall, you will have to negotiate the use of space with your
roommate(s). Clothing sizes run small in China, and it may be difficult to find clothing that fits
well. And please bring plenty of comfortable shoes with you as the shoe sizes in China are
usually small. You can purchase tailormade clothing in China for much cheaper than in other
countries; this can also be an opportunity to practice haggling.
Electricity
Power outlets in China provide 220V electricity. You should come prepared with several plug
adapters as well as a voltage converter. If you are bringing a computer or any important
electrical device, contact the manufacturer to find out your device’s electricity requirements. If
you are unsure of a device’s requirements, always use your voltage converter, as using the
incorrect voltage can cause malfunction or even an electrical fire.
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Internet Service
NYU Shanghai offers free highspeed wireless Internet service throughout the academic
building and residence halls. Facebook, YouTube, Gmail, etc. are not accessible in China
without VPN. Students may download the NYU Shanghai VPN for offcampus access to NYU’s
network. Skype, Gmail, Google Chat, and all other normal Internet communication tools will
function well on NYU networks. Please refer to the IT section for details.
Cell Phones
Cell phones that take SIM cards can generally be used in China if they have been unlocked, but
you should check with your carrier and the phone manufacturer before arriving. You should not
retain your nonChinese phone plan for use in China as fees for international roaming are
extraordinarily high. You will have the chance to purchase local SIM cards and phones during
orientation. A basic cell phone will cost about RMB 300 to RMB 400 and monthly fees are
around RMB 100 for normal domestic usage. You may want to enable international calling and
texting service on your local phone number, but the fees for this service are very high. Skype,
Google Chat, or other Internetbased communication services are still the best option for
everyday contact with people outside China. Using mobile data to browse internet may be very
expensive. To save money, you can subscribe a data package when our orientation
ambassadors guide you to register a local phone number during the orientation week.
Medication
It is very difficult to purchase imported medicines in China. If you are taking regular medication,
please bring enough supply of prescription medication that you need. Additionally, bring written
prescriptions including the chemical name (preferably in English) to show to your new doctor in
Shanghai. Please do not ship. If your doctor cannot provide you with enough supply, please
email [email protected], local staff can help check on availability of medication in
China.
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Immunization & Insurance
NYU Shanghai maintains a strict policy on immunizations in line with that of the New York
campus. In order to make sure you are compliant, review the information here.
You should have received a separate email from NYU Shanghai Health and Wellness Center on
how to submit your immunization records to be in compliance. This will need to be done prior to
arrival in August. If you have questions, you can contact NYU Shanghai Health & Wellness
directly at [email protected].
Arrival Information Transportation to NYU Shanghai Campus address: No. 1555, Century Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai
Address in Chinese: 上海浦东世纪大道1555号，近浦电路
Tel: (+8621) 2059 5000
Residence address:
By walk: No. 3680 Zhangyang Road, Pudong, Shanghai (near Jinqiao Road)
上海浦东张杨路3680弄2号楼 (近金桥路)
By taxi: No. 567, Zaozhuang Road, Pudong, Shanghai (near Zhangyang Road)
上海浦东枣庄路567号，近张扬路
Shanghai Airports and Railway Stations
Airport Arrival: There are two International airports in Shanghai. Most international flights fly into Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) while most domestic flights fly into Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Both airports have two terminals and are connected by Metro Line 2. It takes about 1 hour by taxi from both airports to NYU Shanghai
campus. For more information please go to this website.
Railway Station Arrival: There are three main railway stations in Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located next to the Hongqiao International Airport, connected by
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Metro Line 2 and Line 10. It mainly operates high speed trains and bulletin trains to all
directions. Shanghai Railway Station is the oldest railway station located in Shanghai center, connected by Metro Line 1, Line 3 and Line 4. It mainly operates bulletin trains to the northern
regions and low speed trains to the rest of China.Shanghai South Railway Station is connected by Metro Line 1 and Line 3. It mainly operates bulletin trains to the southern regions
and low speed trains to the rest of China.
Traveling from the Airport
Airport Shuttle Bus: There are a few shuttle buses that go to city center from Pudong International Airport. Destinations including Hongqiao International Airport, Jing’an Temple, and
Shanghai Railway Station. The shuttle bus to Shanghai Railway Station (Line 5) has a stop at
Century Avenue/Pudong Nan Road, which is the closest stop to NYU Shanghai. Ticket fare
varies from 15 RMB – 25 RMB. Operation hour from 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM. For more details,
please visit the airport website.
Metro: Metro line 2 runs through the city horizontally and connects Pudong International Airport and Hongqiao International Airport at two ends. If you choose to take metro at Pudong
International Airport, you must get off and transfer to another train at Guanglan Road Station. It
costs you 6 RMB and approximately one hour to reach Century Avenue Station. This is the most
economic travel option, however, it’s not recommended for those travelling with big luggage.
Taxi: We highly recommend you to take this option as it is the most convenient way to get from
the airport to the residence hall or campus. When you enter the arrival hall, look for the sign for
taxi. It is important to bring a Chinese address with you as most drivers don’t speak a word of
English. Student Life in Shanghai has prepared following 2 address cards for the Residence
Hall and NYU Shanghai Campus for you to show to the taxi driver. The trip usually costs
approximately 120 150 RMB (19 24 USD). Remember to take a receipt before you get off,
and there’s no tipping culture in China.
NYU Shanghai Campus Address Card NYU Shanghai Residence Address Card
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NYU Shanghai Airport Pickup Service
Airport pickup shuttle service will be arranged on the MoveIn day (August 25, 2016) to best support new students’ arrival. Please fill out the Flight Arrival Information Form if you would like to take the shuttle bus. When you arrive at the arrival hall, please look for our Orientation Ambassador who will wear an NYU Shanghai Tshirt and hold a NYU Shanghai flag. Our shuttle buses will leave from the airport at following schedule, and send students to the residence hall. 12pm | 3pm | 5pm | 8pm | 10pm
MoveIn Day Arrangement
MoveIn Day
Thursday, August 25, 2016 (Fall 2016)
Thursday, February 2, 2017 (Spring 2017) You won’t be able to move into your residence hall until the official MoveIn Day. If you arrive
prior to this date, you’ll need to arrange for local accommodations. To help you go through this
busy period of time, a suggested packing list and further housing assignment details will be
provided over the summer.
Welcome Table
When you arrive the residence hall, please come to see us at the Resource Center at tower #2.
Our staff and Orientation Ambassadors will welcome you at the table from 9 AM to 9 PM on the
Movein Day. This is where you can pick up your room key and welcome package. If you arrive
after 9 PM, you can get your room key and welcome package at Public Safety office also
located in tower #2.
Corporate Hotels for Early Arrivals or Family Members
NYU Shanghai has negotiated corporate room rate with several hotels close to our campus. If
you plan to arrive before the Movein day, or your family member(s) who come with you need to
book a hotel room, please refer to the Hotels around NYU Shanghai Campus Residence for
options. Please remember to mention NYU Shanghai to enjoy the discount when booking.
Movein Day Arrangement at Residence Hall
On Movein Day you will be able to open bank account and register a local mobile phone
number during the neighbored tour. We will also have IT station in the residence hall to help you
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solve internet issue if you have in your room. Our working hour in the residence hall is from 9
AM to 9 PM. If you arrive after that time, you will be able to get your room key in the residence
hall resource center.
If your parents come with you, they will get a temporary visitor card for them to enter the
residence. They will also need the card to enter NYU Shanghai next day to attend the
Convocation.
Shipping
Please do NOT ship anything to NYU Shanghai before your arrival. To avoid missing your
package, we suggest that you ask someone to help you ship your package to Jinqiao
Residence after you leave from Shanghai.
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7. Information Technology (IT)
NYU Shanghai Information Technology Services strives to provide high quality, rapid and
reliable solutions to enable seamless computing connectivity in alignment with the University’s
academic mission.
We develop, implement, and enhance technologies that promote communication, collaboration,
and interaction, both locally and globally.
Working in collaboration with Information Technology Services and Global Technology Services
at NYU's campus in New York City and, in partnership with NYU Shanghai’s students, faculty,
and staff, we aim to facilitate teaching and learning, community life, research, and
administration through a robust technology infrastructure.
https://shanghai.nyu.edu/it
WalkIn Support Center Room 427, Monday Thursday: 8:30 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Fridays: 8:30 a.m.5:30p.m.
[email protected] Hotline: +86 (21) 20595555 Find "Ask ITS" under "IT Services" menu.
Printing NYU Shanghai has computer labs equipped with printers on campus. Copy shops and print
shops are also available around campus. If you are interested in purchasing a printer, you can
order one through a local electronics website or visit a local Best Buystyle electronics store to
pick one up.
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IT FAQ – Setup VPN
Our IT department has sorted out some frequently asked question. If you have the same issues,
please find the answer below.
1. Why can’t I login NYU home with my NetID?
Answer: Please wait 48 hours after you activate your NetID for the set credentials to
synchronize through the system.
2. Why can’t I access NYU services like NYU mail, etc.?
Answer: You will need to install NYU VPN client to access NYU mail, Google Apps, and some
other NYU services in China.
3. I’m unable to download VPN client.
Answer: Due to the Chinese Great Firewall, NYU home site access are limited, including the
download and setup information for NYU VPN. Please use http://shanghai.nyu.edu/it/vpn for
your VPN download and configuration. Which is available in Windows/OSX/Android platforms,
for iOS, you will be accessible from the iTunes Apps Store.
4. VPN login unable to connect
Answer: Please understand that it requires the system to fully synchronize your information after
you have activate your NetID along with various university services. If you continue to
experience connecting issues with errors regards to your access/login/password after 48 hours
of your NetID initialization, please try to reset your NetID password to allow the system to reset
the synchronize process.
If you continue to experiences issue accessing any NYU resources (NYU
Home/email/Calendar/VPN/Albert etc.) after an additional password reset of your NetID. Please
do not hesitate to contact our helpdesk [email protected] by indicating your NetID.
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8. Be Safe
Public Safety The NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety's mission is to create a safe and secure
environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to pursue their educational and professional
goals while in Shanghai.
Led by a team of highly experienced security professionals and staffed by trained security
practitioners, NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety operates 24 hours a day, seven days
a week, 365 days a year.
In case of certain emergencies, the department has a mass notification system designed to alert
the NYU Shanghai community in a matter of minutes via email. We are currently working on
upgrading this system to include text and voice messages. To ensure the handson involvement
of the Department of Public Safety leadership, senior members of the team reside near campus,
making them immediately available to respond to incidents at all hours.
The public safety team also maintains strong partnerships with ECNU Public Security, the
Shanghai Public Security Bureau, and local embassies and consulates.
Crime Prevention
Safety in Shanghai
Shanghai has a low crime rate, particularly for a major city, but petty crimes like pickpocketing
do happen in crowded areas like train stations, markets, and busy streets. There are also a
number of scams that specifically target foreigners and tourists.
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The NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety can be reached by phone at
+862120595500. Public safety personnel will help you contact the police and support
services. Municipal emergency numbers are
Police: 110
Fire Department: 119
Ambulance: 120
Be Proactive! Your Safety Is In Your Hands.
Emergency Medical Transport
NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety also helps students with taxi reservations for
emergency medical transportation. Please feel free call us any time at +862120595500 or
stop by our Command Center 24 hours a day, seven days a week, located in room 118 in the
Academic Building to ask for help.
NYU Shanghai Card Services
The NYU Shanghai ID Card Center is currently located in room 118 in the Academic Building. For replacement or new card requests, please email the following information to
1. Full Name 2. University ID number (starts with an “N”) 3. NetID 4. Contact phone number 5. Reason for needing a new or replacement card
There is a 100 RMB fee to replace your NYU Shanghai ID card. Currently, we can only accept
payment in cash. You must present an identification document (e.g. state photo ID or passport)
and the receipt of payment to receive your new NYU Shanghai card. If your card is stolen and
you obtain a police report (or incident information slip) from the police department, the fee can
be waived.
Hours Of Operation
MondayFriday, 8:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.
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Lost and Found Services
NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety is the central databank for items lost and found on
campus and should be the first place you go if you have lost your property. We will be able to
search our database for any found property or take down your information in case we later
receive your property. Please feel free to stop by the Public Safety Command Center in room
118 of the Academic Building or give us a call at +862120595500.
Shuttle bus
NYU Shanghai has contracted with a local vendor to provide transportation, convenience, and
safety for its community members to shuttle for the students living in the dormitories. The shuttle
bus schedule will be posted on before each semester
starts.http://shanghai.nyu.edu/about/campus/transportation
All riders must present their NYU Shanghai, NYU, or NYU Abu Dhabi ID card to the driver as
verification of eligibility to use NYU Shanghai transportation. All who use NYU transportation are
to conduct themselves in a safe and responsible manner at all times. NYU Shanghai reserves
the right to withdraw transportation eligibility at any time without notice.
For any comments and suggestions, you are welcome to send them to [email protected].
Safety Tips
Safety on Campus
Program your mobile phones with the number for the NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety at +862151688325.
“Crimes of Opportunity” only take a moment. Keep personal belongings with you. Always lock your suite doors. Use the deadbolt. Establish rules with your suitemates. Be wary of strangers conversing with you on campus and in other public spots.
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Regulations
Never smuggle, traffic in, transport, manufacture, or be in possession of narcotic drugs. Participating in such activities carry penalties of imprisonment from no less than three years up to death, depending on the quantity of narcotic drugs found.
Do not purchase or sell fake goods. Intellectual property crimes carry penalties of three to seven years of imprisonment.
Avoid participating in demonstrations. Participating in such activities carry penalties of no less than five years of imprisonment.
Report suspicious persons or activities to a public safety officer. Don’t leave what you are drinking or eating unattended in public areas.
Tips for Pickpocket Prevention
Do not put anything in your back pockets. Do not put anything valuable in thigh pockets (cargo shorts/pants). If you are carrying valuables, put them in more than one pocket. Protect your valuables by putting them closer to your person, and in the case of your backpacks, bags, and purses, place them in the inside pocket and secure the zippers with a clip that will fit through the hole of the zippers. Defend your personal space (try avoiding walking or standing in crowds like on busy trains). Carry bags and backpacks in front of you with nothing valuable in outer pockets. Any purse or day bag should have a strap no longer than just under your elbow (helps prevent bag slashing and easy access to what is inside). Wide straps on purses and bags offer better protection. Carry day bags and purses diagonally across neck and chest. Carry your bag and/or purse on the sidewalk side instead of the street side. Be aware of scams that cause distractions, like being squirted with something and having a seemingly kind lady try to clean it up. Pickpockets thrive on distraction, whether they cause it themselves or you are just watching a street performance. Always remain vigilant. If You Catch a Pickpocket
Be loud.
Make a scene (pickpockets try to avoid attention and often run from too much
attention).
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If you still have your valuables, immediately walk or run in opposite direction of
perpetrators.
Pickpockets generally avoid confrontation, but if a weapon is visible, comply with
their demands.
If You Already Have Been Pickpocketed
Inventory what was lost. File a report with the NYU Shanghai Department of Public Safety. File a police report of the theft at the local police station. Alert your travel insurance company if covered for theft (a police report is key in this case).
Information alert During emergencies, the latest information will be communicated through blast messages via
email and text to mobile devices.
If you have an NYU NET ID, you will automatically get email alerts. To receive emergency text
messages, you must provide a cell phone number. To change or enter your cell phone number
or email, follow the steps below to update your information.
If you are an NYU student, update your cell phone number or email by taking the following
steps:
1. log into NYUHome
2. go to Albert, Student Center, Personnel Information, Contact Information, and click on
the "Email/Cell Phone/Fax" link under the "Personal Profile" section.
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