NYU Prague Student Blog
By Ginelle Bamfo Ginelle is an NYU Tisch student who was a part of the selective film program based at FAMU, the Prague Film Academy. She writes about her reflections on working with Czech actors and how invaluable her Czech production manager proved to be. As a film student, the opportunity to work on 35mm … Continue reading Working with Czech Production Managers on Set
Riko Ehara- Prague Elementary “I did an English teaching assistant internship at Lodynska Elementary School. It was my first time teaching young children, but the experience was very fun. It was also interesting to see children’s processes of learning a new language and generally how different children behaved differently. And I loved when children said … Continue reading Student Spotlight: The Prague Internship Experience
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On November 12th, NYU film students shot a film called Small Elegy directed by Abe Kaye. They are part of a program based at FAMU, The Film Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (and the alma mater of Miloš Forman). “It’s based on the death of the Jewish poet, Jiří Orton, which took place in Prague … Continue reading Lights, Camera, Action: An Inside Look at an NYU Prague Student Film Shoot [VIDEO]
I was pretty anxious before coming to Prague. Was it because I didn’t start packing until the night before? Because I’ve never left the US for more than a week at a time? Because I didn’t know a word of Czech? Probably all three, but nevertheless, I was also excited. For the next three months, … Continue reading A Month in Review: Expectations vs. Reality at NYU Prague
From experts in music to leaders in global business and commerce, the professors who teach at NYU Prague are some of the best in the world. Coming from all over the globe, those who teach here each have their own unique backgrounds, stories, and opinions. As such, I think there’s far more we can learn … Continue reading Insider Intel: Professor Portfolios – my fall 2023 professor spotlight series
Ela Kulkarni: Organization for Aid to Refugees “Organizing a Holi event for the kids and watching them decorate bags, color and get their face painted!” Parker Powers: NYU Prague Now! “Putting together the Jazz Week articles! My article on jazz venues has been a culmination of different nights I’ve had in Prague. I’m excited to … Continue reading Student Spotlights: Prague Internship Reflections
From salon performances to jam sessions, the Spring 2023 music and performing arts professions majors have been hard at work! Here are glimpses into what some of the music students have been up to this semester. Jackson Waters (Major: Concert Composition) During my time studying at NYU Prague, I had the privilege of connecting with … Continue reading Student Spotlights: Spring 2023 Musicians!
On Friday, April 7th, the NYU PragueCast team released their latest episode of the podcast! Titled “Stress”, the 18-minute audio piece is an exploration into how mental pressure exists in Prague. It features a number of diverse voices, as the team members interviewed locals and experts in the field to better understand stress. In … Continue reading The Latest PragueCast Episode: All About Stress
Despite the hassle of securing a visa, and fear of missing out on the New York experience, studying away in Prague was the best decision I made. ~ Located in the heart of Old Town, NYU Prague looks and feels as though it is straight out of a postcard — literally. With its two main … Continue reading Guest Essay: Your Sign to Study Away at NYU Prague
By Alice La When my internship with the Institute of Documentary Film was first confirmed in October, I had no idea what to expect. Communication had started even before I left New York, and everything I knew about the organization was drawn from their carefully curated website and the enthusiastic emails I exchanged with my … Continue reading Internship at the Institute of Documentary Film