NYU DC StoryCorps

Highlighting NYU Washington, DC students and their experiences!

2017-2018 | Spring

Student Internship Experiences

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Learn about interning in Washington, DC through the perspective of NYU Washington, DC students!

Carla Lugo – NYU Washington, DC Liberal Studies and NYU student, class of 2021
Evan Lodge – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership and NYU student, class of 2020
John Isenhower – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership and NYU student, class of 2020
Manahil Zafar – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership and NYU student, class of 2020
Nicholas O’Toole – NYU Washington, DC Liberal Studies and NYU student, class of 2021
Warda Malik – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership and NYU Abu Dhabi student, class of 2019

REFLECTION | Manahil Zafar

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Manahil Zafar Reflection

“Welcome Week at NYUDC was a roller coaster. The good kind. I found myself in another new city, fearful and panicked, wondering whether I would ever really adjust. But I did. And it was mostly because of the countless Welcome Week events that forced me out into DC, exploring and navigating and marveling. I found myself loving this city, despite the ridiculously early restaurant closing times. Welcome Week brought me closer to those who were new to DC, quite like myself, and it showed me that with a little push, you can call anywhere home.”

– Manahil Zafar | Global Leadership Program

REFLECTION | Jay Kang

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Jay Kang Reflection

“I’m sure that like most of the students arriving in NYUDC for the first time, I was worried about how we would make the most out of our time. How would we earn those As in classes, while expanding our network to gain a foothold in desired job sectors? How would we keep up with our internship, while trying to involve ourselves in as many events as possible? I was so nervous, wracking my brain over my fears of failing to capitalize on NYUDC, that I completely forgot the point of why NYUDC is a unique experience. Welcome Week gave me one week, seven days, to remind myself that there are others like me; full of hopes and expectations, we came here to connect with each other and realize that there is a passionate, human face behind the cold exterior of DC, that behind the politics are a group of people that are inspired to make this world better than they found it. Reminding myself that, through the numerous trips and connections that I enjoyed during Welcome Week, helped reassure me that I wasn’t just prepared for DC; I was ready to fit right in.”

– Jay Kang | Global Leadership Program

PODCAST | Guilty Pleasures | Episode 2 | Late Night Snacking

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Guilty Pleasures is an NYU Washington, DC student-run podcast series tells student stories through their unique food-based guilty pleasures and how their experiences have shaped their love of this food.

Hosts: Adam Chou and Thibault Denamiel – NYU Washington, DC Liberal Studies Program and NYU students
Note: The views expressed in this podcast series are those of the individuals in each episode.
Music: Original content from pianist Thibault Denamiel.

HUMANS OF NYU WASHINGTON, DC | Spring 2018 Compilation Video

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Check out the video content from the student-run Humans of NYU Washington, DC initiative from the Spring 2018 semester!

StoryCorps Students: Adam Chou, Afsana Hussain, Carla Lugo, Cole Stallone, Kai Byron, Katelyn Frazier, Merna Abdalwahab
Featured Students: Jay Kang, Kyle Lo, Manahil Zafar, Meredith Chaffin, Rachel Moorman-Minton, Thibault Denamiel
Featured Alumni: Maegan Vazquez
Featured Partners: Martha’s Table
Music: Samples used in this video: “Penarth Pier” by Smoky; “Tightrope” by Walk the Moon; “Young Folks” by Peter Bjorn and John; “Stir Fry” by Migos; “Enjoy Right Now, Today” by Tyler the Creator
Note: NYU Washington, DC does not own nor receive revenue from any of the music sampled.

HUMANS OF NYU WASHINGTON, DC | Eric He

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Eric He

“I really took the initiative to get in shape during my time in D.C, from eating healthier to going to Balance Gym three times a week. At first I was worried about not having a meal plan, but it actually helped me start making my own meals. My roommate, Danny Zheng and I tried meal-prepping. It didn’t really work out but I made sure to stay committed to a balanced eating schedule. If I get hungry between meals, I snack on carrots, almonds or berries while working on assignments. The reading room is a good place because of the sunlight it gets even if it is too cold to go outside. On nicer days, I find myself jogging a lot around the block or to the park; it is very stress relieving. Since we don’t have a traditional campus, it’s easy to just stay in the entire day so my advice to future NYU DC students is to definitely go outside and enjoy some fresh air.”

– Eric He | Liberal Studies Program

HUMANS OF NYU WASHINGTON, DC | Manahil Zafar

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Manahil Zafar

“I knew going in I wanted this [Hall Congress President] position because I like representing people who, like myself, are a minority in so many respects. Because of the small campus, everyone who voted for me knew me and wanted me to lead. I initially underestimated the level of difficulty but it means you are responsible for everyone at NYU DC, and you have to be cognizant of everyone at NYU DC. I learned to be a better person, leader and friend. My advice for future candidates is to enjoy it, because despite all the hard work, I definitely loved this opportunity.”

– Manahil Zafar | Global Leadership Program

PODCAST | Twosday Trendcast I Episode 3 I Cardi, Change and Cambridge Analytica Trend

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Twosday Trendcast is an NYU Washington, DC student-run podcast that discusses topics ranging from pop culture to social media trends to contemporary happenings.

Hosts: Juaquin Robles and Manahil Zafar – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU students
Note: The views expressed in this podcast series are those of the individuals in each episode.
Music: NYU DC makes no claim to nor material compensation for the music featured in this podcast.

PODCAST | The Intern’s Handbook | Episode 3 | Doing the “Do”

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The Intern’s Handbook is a student-run podcast series that seeks to answer every aspect of the question, “What do I do in an internship?” by chronicling the experiences of former and current interns in a variety of companies and organizations.

Hosts: Helena Li and Jay Kang – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU students – and Kelly Yan – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU Shanghai student
Guests: John Barna and Manahil Zafar – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU students
Note: The views expressed in the podcast are solely those of the participating individuals of each episode.
Music: “Happy Bossa Nova” music by Studio Le Bus provided royalty free by www.premiumbeat.com

PODCAST | The Intern’s Handbook | Episode 2 | What to Do at an Internship for Human Rights and… KIDS?!?

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The Intern’s Handbook is a student-run podcast series that seeks to answer every aspect of the question, “What do I do in an internship?” by chronicling the experiences of former and current interns in a variety of companies and organizations.

Hosts: Helena Li and Jay Kang – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU students – and Kelly Yan – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU Shanghai student
Guests: Evan Lodge – NYU Washington, DC Global Leadership Program and NYU student
Note: The views expressed in the podcast are solely those of the participating individuals of each episode.
Music: “Happy Bossa Nova” music by Studio Le Bus provided royalty free by www.premiumbeat.com