Email Archive

Dear Gallatin Seniors,  

First off, congratulations to all who will be Spring and Summer 2023 graduates! Completing your university degree is a major accomplishment. We are so very proud of you!  

With that being said, there are still some things to keep in mind as we approach the end of the Spring 2023 semester, so read carefully.

Special Note for Summer 2023 Graduation Candidates

Are you planning on being a Summer 2023 graduate? Summer 2023 degree conferral will take place on September 25th. The last day to complete any coursework requirements for your summer degree will be September 24th. The last day to complete the Colloquium is September 22nd. If you plan to be a Summer 2023 graduate and have yet to submit your Rationale and List of Works, please do so soon in order to meet the above deadlines. Note: faculty are typically not available to work with students over the summer on the Rationale, List of Works, and Colloquium. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.

The last day to apply on Albert for Summer 2023 graduation is June 15, 2023.  

Spring 2023 Graduation Candidates 

Please take the time to check your Degree Progress Report on Albert. If you are missing any degree requirements, please be in touch with your Senior Class Adviser. The last day for Spring 2023 graduates to complete the Colloquium is May 12th. If you have yet to register your Colloquium, please do so as soon as possible to avoid missing important deadlines. 

Please note that May 16th is the very last day for any outstanding degree requirements to be submitted to the Registrar for NYU students graduating in Spring 2023 including resolving any Incomplete coursework.  What this means: If you have not completed all the work for your BA Degree by May 16th, your graduation will be denied. No exceptions. This includes all coursework including Incomplete grades and the Colloquium. 

Fall 2023/January 2024 Graduation Candidates

Planning to graduate Fall 2023/January 2024? Now is the time to check your Degree Progress Report in Albert and make sure that you have registered for any remaining coursework for the Fall 2023 semester. 

Adviser-approved Rationale and List of Works for Fall/Jan graduates need to be submitted to Gallatin by October 1st at the very latest. Please be sure to talk to your primary faculty adviser before the end of this spring semester about drafting the rationale and list of works over the summer. 

Thinking About Post-Graduation Plans? 

Now is a great time to schedule an appointment with the Wasserman Center or to check out all the resources they have about career pathways and the job market. Keep in mind Wasserman is available to you as an NYU alumni. 

No matter what your post-graduation plans, we also encourage all Gallatin seniors to complete the Life Beyond the Square survey. Your answers help us and the University better serve future Gallatin students in preparing for life after graduation. 

As always, please be in touch with us if you have any questions related to senior life at Gallatin. 

Best wishes,

Rachel & Malik

Dear Gallatin Seniors, 

Finals and Spring 2023 graduation are fast approaching! Here's some important information as we enter the final stretch of the semester. Please read carefully, and as always, be in touch with any questions or concerns you have. 

MIDTERM GRADES AND KEEPING UP WITH CLASSES 

Professors have posted midterm grades. Now is a good time to check your midterm grades to make sure you are on track to successfully complete all your spring courses. Additionally, we encourage you to reach out to your professor/TA if you need additional help in a course or contact us to set up a time to talk. You have until May 2nd, 4:30 pm to withdraw from a course with a grade of a W or elect to take a course Pass/Fail. As a gentle reminder, taking a W or an Incomplete in a Spring 2023 course may impact your degree conferral. 

A FINAL DEGREE PROGRESS REPORT AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT CHECK 

Please take this moment to complete a last check of your Degree Progress Report and unofficial transcript in Albert, and be in touch if you have any questions. To have your degree conferred for Spring 2023, you will need to have completed all degree requirements by May 16th, 2023. Please make sure all work for Incompletes from previous semesters is submitted and grades have been updated. Double-check to make sure you also do not have an NR grade on your transcript, as students with an NR (no recorded) grade will not have their degrees conferred. 

THE COLLOQUIUM

If you have yet to complete the Colloquium, please keep in mind that May 2023 graduation candidates have until May 12th to satisfy this requirement. Please reach out to your faculty adviser to schedule and officially register your Colloquium before the deadline. Lastly, you still have time to register for a Colloquium Workshop during the Spring 2023 term. 

SUMMER 2022 GRADUATION CANDIDATES

Planning to graduate during Summer 2023? Here are some special considerations you should keep in mind. If you still have credits to complete, summer registration is open. Please meet with your adviser and submit a plan of study for summer today. You can also now apply for summer graduation through Albert. Make sure your Expected Degree Term is up to date and apply. Summer 2023 graduates have until September 22nd to complete the Colloquium. Summer graduation candidates meeting certain requirements including submitting a petition are also eligible to participate in May graduation ceremonies. Note: The last day to receive approval to participate in May graduation as Summer graduation candidate is April 15th. 

GRADUATION CEREMONY AND COMMENCEMENT

NYU and Gallatin graduation ceremonies are just around the corner! You should have now received emails from NYU and Gallatin with important information about commencement date and time, ordering tickets, academic attire, and receiving your diploma. Please refer to these official communications and email your senior class adviser if you have any questions. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Marketing Your Gallatin Degree

This year's Marketing Your Gallatin Degree will be held next Tuesday, April 11th at 6:30 pm in Gallatin Room 701. Join us for a panel featuring Gallatin alumni across industries and from a variety of interdisciplinary interests. Hear from alumni about their studies at Gallatin and the way they have leveraged their academic work and education experiences to navigate the job market.

Senior Symposium

Mark your calendars! Gallatin's annual Senior Symposium will take place on Tuesday, April 18th at 6 pm. 

Best wishes, 

Malik and Rachel

Dear Gallatin Seniors, 

Spring break is just around the corner! Hooray! However, before we reach the mid-semester point and enjoy a little time to rest and relax, we have some important reminders and new information for you to keep in mind as we approach the end of the semester. 

NYU AND GALLATIN GRADUATION 

Dates and times are now set for May 2023 graduation! Please save-the-date! More information is coming soon! 

RATIONALE, LIST OF WORKS, AND COLLOQUIUM 

If you are planning for a May 2023 graduation, then you should have submitted your Rationale and List of Works by now and be well on your way to planning the Colloquium. 

Keep in mind it is expected that May 2023 graduation candidates will complete the Colloquium before the start of the spring break. However, if you need to schedule your Colloquium for after spring break, that is ok. But do not delay too long, and keep in mind that the Colloquium must be complete for all May 2023 graduation candidates by May 12, 2023. NO EXCEPTIONS. 

Please be sure to talk to your primary academic adviser about the Colloquium, decide on your panelists, schedule a date/time and submit the Colloquium Registration Form. 

Questions about the Colloquium? We continue to offer Colloquium Workshops this semester. RSVP today! 

APPLY FOR MAY 2023 GRADUATION 

Did you mean to apply for Spring 2023 graduation in Albert but forgot? No worries! You can still apply by emailing graduation@nyu.edu and requesting to be applied for Spring 2023 graduation. Please include your N number in your email. 

FINAL CHECK OF THE DEGREE PROGRESS REPORT AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT 

We encourage you to do a final check of the Degree Progress Report and your unofficial transcript in Albert. What to look for? On the Degree Progress Report, see if anything remains unsatisfied including first year requirements, residency units, a global-cultures requirement, or a class for your minor. If you are missing anything, please be in touch with your Senior Class Adviser ASAP. 

We also ask that you check your Unofficial Transcript for any errors or NR grades. Note: NYU students cannot graduate with an NR grade on their transcript, so if you see one, please contact your Senior Class Adviser. 

As always, please be in touch with any questions or concerns you have! 

A SPECIAL NOTE FOR SUMMER 2023 GRADUATION CANDIDATES

Are you planning to be a Summer 2023 grad? Here's some things to know: The application to apply for Summer 2023 graduation opens March 1st on Albert. Please apply for graduation ASAP. 

As a Summer 2023 graduation candidate, you may also be eligible to participate in the May 2023 graduation ceremonies. Please check to see if you meet the requirements, and if so, submit the Petition to Participate in Graduation Form. 

EVENTS

Global Awards Info Session

Interested in applying for a post-graduate fellowship or award? Attend this info session on Thursday, March 2nd from 12:30-1:30 pm. RSVP for the zoom link. 

Marketing Your Gallatin Degree

Save the date. The annual Marketing Your Gallatin Degree event will be held on April 11th. 

Senior Symposium 

Save the date. This year's Senior Symposium will be held on April 18th. 

More information coming soon about Marketing Your Gallatin Degree and the Senior Symposium. 

As always, please be in touch with us if you have any questions or concerns related to senior year.

Best wishes,

Rachel & Malik

Dear Seniors, 

Welcome back for the spring semester!  

Over the course of the next few months, you will be receiving a variety of graduation and degree completion messages from offices across NYU (including Gallatin's Office of Advising). It's important to pay close attention to all of these messages, and if at any point something is unclear or if you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact your Senior Class Adviser. 

At the start of the spring semester, here is some general information you should be aware of. 

RATIONALE, LIST OF WORKS, AND COLLOQUIUM

You should be well on your way to completing the Rationale, List of Works, and Colloquium component of your individualized degree. But here are some points we'd like to reiterate. To make sure you continue to make good progress on these requirements, we encourage you in the coming days and weeks to touch base with your Faculty Adviser, submit your adviser approved Rationale & List of Works if you have yet to do so, schedule your Colloquium, and double-check you are registered for the 2-unit COLLQ-UG. 

Please keep in mind the changes implemented this year to the Rationale, List of Works, and Colloquium process. A second-reader review of the Rationale and List of Works is no longer required to move onward to the Colloquium stage unless a review is requested by your faculty adviser. Further, the Colloquium committee now only comprises two faculty members; your primary faculty adviser and another NYU faculty member (at least one of these faculty should be a full-time Gallatin faculty member). If you would like to include a third faculty member in your Colloquium, you must make this request in the "Notes" section of the Colloquium Registration Form. 

Gallatin seniors with an expected graduation date of Spring 2023 should plan to complete the Colloquium before the start of the March spring break (March 10th).

If you plan to complete your Colloquium during Summer 2023 or in September 2023, your adviser-approved Rationale and List of Works needs to be submitted to Gallatin by April 1, 2023. 

The Senior Class Advisers will be offering a number of Colloquium Workshops during the spring semester. RSVP for one before you schedule your colloquium. 

GRADUATION

**Very important** If you are a Spring 2023 graduation candidate and have not yet submitted an application to graduate, please do so ASAP. The due date for graduation application is February 15, 2023. Students who do not apply for graduation will not have their degrees processed by the Registrar. 

Summer 2023 graduation applicants - Are you a Summer 2023 graduation candidate? If so, you are eligible to walk at May commencement ceremonies if you meet certain requirements including submitting a petition to participate in graduation. For more information about participating in May commencement ceremonies as a Summer grad, please contact your senior class adviser. 

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Now is a good time to check your Degree Progress Report and make sure you will have met all your degree requirements in time for graduation. If you have an outstanding requirement, please be in touch or make a change to your schedule before the end of Add/Drop. Remember it is your responsibility to make sure you have satisfied all your degree requirements.

NOW ACCEPTING PROPOSALS

SENIOR SYMPOSIUM

We are now accepting submission proposals for this year's Senior Symposium.  

The Senior Symposium is an annual event held each spring that provides a space for seniors to share their experiences in inspirational activities that may or may not be linked to their concentrations. Examples might include: primary research you conducted inside or outside the classroom; community initiatives you were involved in; artwork you created; business start-ups you launched; transformative internships you participated in; or social or political movements in which you were active. Above all, this is an opportunity to showcase your work to the Gallatin community.

To have your application considered for this year’s Symposium, please submit a talk proposal of up to 500 words along with your resume or CV to your Senior Class Adviser, Rachel Bunker (rab648@nyu.edu) or Malik Walker (mw3631@nyu.edu) with the subject line “Senior Symposium proposal [first name] [last name]. Applications will close on February 15th.

GRADUATING BA SHOWCASE

This year Gallatin will be holding in early May a Graduating BA Showcase. The Showcase is an opportunity for artists, filmmakers, architects, urban planners, and other creatives graduating during the 2022-2023 academic year to share with the Gallatin and broader NYU community their work.  For those interested, you can apply now to participate using the linked form. For questions, please email Keith Miller (km96@nyu.edu).

All the best this semester. Stay well and warm.

Rachel & Malik

Dear Seniors, 

We hope that you found time to rest during this past weekend's break. Now begins the final stretch to the end of the fall semester. You can do it! And this email, which highlights things to be aware of ahead of finals, Winter Break, and the Spring 2023 semester, can help. Please read all this information carefully! Let us know what questions you have. 

A SPECIAL NOTE FOR FALL 2022/JANUARY 2023 GRADUATES

Planning to graduate during the Fall 2022/January 2023? Please complete this checklist to make sure you are all set for graduation. 1. Check your Degree Progress Report in Albert. Have you met all your remaining coursework degree requirements? 2. Make sure you have already completed your Colloquium or are scheduled to complete it by January 21st at the very latest. 3. Verify in your Degree Progress Report that you have applied for graduation. 4. Check your unofficial transcript for NR grades. 5. Reach out to your Class Adviser if you have any concerns. If you have applied for Fall/January graduation, but have instead decided to graduate during May 2023, please email graduation@nyu.edu and request to have your graduation application withdrawn. You will not be able to apply for May graduation unless you complete this step.

FALL 2022 WITHDRAWAL AND PASS/FAIL DEADLINE

The deadline to withdraw from Fall 2022 courses with a grade of a W or to submit a course to be graded pass/fail is December 5th. 

CHECKING ON DEGREE REQUIREMENTS NOW THAT SPRING REGISTRATION IS COMPLETE

Now that you have registered for spring classes, it is the perfect time to check your Degree Progress Report and make sure you will have met all your Gallatin degree requirements. Something missing? An early modern? COLLQ-UG? A first year seminar? Please be in touch with your senior class adviser if you have any questions about your Degree Progress Report or meeting a degree requirement. 

CHECK YOUR TRANSCRIPT FOR NR GRADES

As you are checking your Degree Progress Report, it is also a good idea to look over your unofficial transcript and make sure you do not see any errors. You should also check for NR grades. NYU students cannot graduate with an NR grade on their transcript, so if you see an NR grade, you will want to contact your senior class adviser. 

SENIOR PROJECT, INDEPENDENT STUDY, AND TUTORIAL PROPOSALS 

Due today! Make sure to have all your materials submitted if you intend on submitting a proposal for a spring senior project, independent study, or tutorial.  

INCOMPLETE GRADES

December 14 (which is also the last day of class for the semester) is the last day to submit work to complete courses from previous semesters that have an "Incomplete" grade. If you have any concerns about completing work, or you are confused about the process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. 

COLLQ-UG

If you are registering for COLLQ-UG next semester, you should have received a code from Gallatin to finalize registration. Note that the two credit COLLQ-UG does not count toward the 32 credit Gallatin requirement, but does count toward your 128 credit minimum threshold needed to graduate. Make sure to register for COLLQ-UG as it is a requirement!

RATIONALE AND LIST OF WORKS 

Congrats to everyone who submitted their Rationale and List of Works this semester - we realize that this is a big weight off your shoulders. Once your Rationale and List of Works is approved, you can proceed in planning your colloquium.

For those in the process of developing ideas and finishing drafts, keep going! If you incurred a Rationale Hold because you missed the November 1 submission deadline, note that the Hold will be removed within 24 business hours upon submission of adviser-approved documents. 

SENIOR TOAST (DECEMBER 12TH, 6:00 PM LABOWITZ THEATER)

Next Monday, Gallatin will be holding a special in-person Senior Celebration open to all of the Class of 2022/23. Details are still being planned, but please mark the day and time on your calendar! 

SENIOR SYMPOSIUM 2023

Want to give a talk about your concentration topic or a special research project you engaged in during your time at Gallatin? Consider submitting an application to present at this year's Senior Symposium, which will be held in Spring 2023. The window to apply is now open and will close on February 15. Watch some of the previous talks online for inspiration and then submit a talk summary of up to 500 words along with your resume to your senior class adviser with the subject “Senior Symposium proposal [first name] [last name].

WASSERMAN EVENTS

Industry-Specific Coaching at Wasserman Career Hubs!

Creative Career Hub, 16 Washington Place

Interested in a career in arts, entertainment, media, or design and looking for advice from one of our expert coaches? Schedule an appointment at the Creative Career Hub today! Select "Creative Career Hub appointment" as the Appointment Type on Handshake.

Social Impact Career Hub, 12 Washington Place

Interested in a career in social impact and looking for advice from one of our expert coaches? Schedule an appointment at the Social Impact Career Hub today! Select "Social Impact Career Hub appointment" as the Appointment Type on Handshake.

We wish you the best in this final push toward the end of the semester. You can do it! Breathe, take your time, and ask for help if you need to.

Sincerely, 

Malik and Rachel

Dear Seniors,  

November is one of the busiest months of senior year, thus we are sending this email a day early to make sure you are keeping up with all the important information and deadlines you need to be aware of this November.    

First up, the Rationale and List of Works! 

The deadline for submitting adviser-approved rationale and list of works for students planning to graduate in May 2023 is here. These documents need to be submitted to Gallatin by November 1st (tomorrow!). Students who miss this deadline will have a Hold (blocking Spring 2023 registration) placed on their Albert accounts, which will not be lifted until these documents are submitted. If you are planning to be a Fall 2022/January 2023 graduate and are still working on your Rationale and List of Works, please be in touch with your Class Adviser.  

List of Works Guidelines are available if need help with formatting. Please remember: All List of Works must designate 4 works to satisfy the Historical category (HIS) and 4 works that satisfy the Cultural, Political Contexts category (CPC). All Works should include information identifying the author and date of publication/production. List of Works that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted by Gallatin.  

If you have already submitted your adviser-approved Rationale and List of Works, now is the time to start planning and preparing for your Colloquium. We are continuing to run Colloquium workshops this Fall semester. RSVP today!  

Registration for Spring 2023

Registration for Spring 2023 begins on November 14th. Please check Albert for your official registration day/time. Now is the time to meet with your primary adviser, check your Degree Progress Report, and make sure you are deciding on a Spring 2023 schedule that meets all your remaining degree requirements.  

Also, in deciding on your Spring 2023 schedule, please remember that all Gallatin seniors must register for the 2-unit COLLQ-UG. If you did not register for COLLQ-UG this fall, please remember to include it on your Plan of Study for this spring semester.  

Midterm Grades and Check-Ins

Midterms are just about over. If you have not done so already, please make sure to check your midterm grades, as these provide you with an indication of how you are doing in your classes. If you are struggling in a class, please reach out to us to talk about your performance and strategize about ways to improve. Also, please keep in mind that the deadline to request Pass/Fail or to withdraw from a class with a grade of a W is December 5th.  

Apply for Graduation

For May 2023 grads - The window on Albert to apply for May 2022 graduation opens on Nov. 1st. Please remember to apply for graduation (it is a requirement in order to graduate). If you do not have May 2023 listed as your Expected Graduation Term in Albert, but you plan to be a May 2023 grad, you will need to update your Expected Graduation Term first.  

For Fall 2022/January 2023 grads - The window to apply for graduation through Albert is now closed. To apply, please email graduation@nyu.edu instead.

Be well! And as always, please be in touch with any questions or concerns you have.  

Best wishes,  

Malik & Rachel

Dear Gallatin Seniors!

September has come and gone, and we are now firmly in October. As we approach midterms, here is information every Gallatin senior should keep in mind. 

Fall 2022/January 2023 Graduation - Important Information & Dates

For seniors planning to graduate in Fall 2022/January 2023, October 16th is the last day you can apply for graduation through Albert. Please make sure to apply if you plan to be a Fall/Jan grad. Students must apply for graduation to have their degrees conferred.

Check your Degree Requirements in Albert Student Center

If you have not already done so, please review your Degree Progress Report to see exactly which degree requirements you still need to complete for graduation. Be in-touch with us about any questions you have. Lastly, make sure your Expected Date of Graduation field is accurate, since you will need this to be right to apply for graduation.

COLLQ-UG

All Gallatin students are required to register for the 2-unit COLLQ-UG during either the fall or spring semester of senior year. If you plan to be a Fall 2022/January 2023 graduate or sit your colloquium this fall, you should have already registered for COLLQ-UG. If you are not registered for COLLQ-UG and you are either a Fall 2022/January 2023 grad or plan to sit the colloquium this semester, please be in touch.

Rationales and List of Works and Colloquium

Deadlines for the rationale and list of works are upon us. If you plan to graduate during the Fall 2022/January 2023 graduation cycle, your rationale and list of works should be submitted to Gallatin by October 1st. If you plan to graduate in May 2023, you will need to submit your rationale and list of works to Gallatin by November 1st. A Hold will be placed on the Albert accounts of students missing the November deadline.

If you have specific questions about formatting the list of works, please see the List of Works Guidelines and Suggestions page on the Gallatin website.

We are also still running rationale and colloquium Advising Workshops. Please RSVP if you would like to attend.

Senior Projects

For students planning to complete a senior project, please note that the proposal deadline is December 1st. If you aren't sure about whether or not you want to complete a senior project or what the requirements are, you can read more about this exciting opportunity on the Senior Project page. Note, students wishing to complete a spring senior project must complete their colloquium during the fall semester.  

Declare a cross-school minor

If you have fulfilled a cross-school minor, or are nearly done fulfilling requirements, fall is the time to declare the minor through the electronic Minor Application on Albert. Read helpful instructions posted on the website before taking action. When declaring a minor, remember you will need to complete all requirements for that minor in order to graduate.

Plan Ahead

Internship & Job Search | If you are currently searching for an internship or job opportunity, we encourage you to make full use of the NYU Wasserman Center. You can log into Handshake to schedule a 1-on-1 career coaching appointment, search and apply for internships and jobs, and find additional resources. Be sure to check out their Fall career events calendar

Graduate School | If you are currently planning to apply to graduate school, be aware that many program deadlines are during the fall semester. Now is the time to talk to your primary faculty adviser about applications, work on personal statements, and polish up your CV.  

Funded Research | There are a number of opportunities to earn post-graduation fellowships and awards. Be aware of the many possibilities by reading through our Awards, Honors + Fellowships page.

Networking | A great way to prepare yourself for the job search is making use of NYU's new  Violet Network. This University-wide platform connects NYU students and alumni. NYU community members can use the Violet Network to engage in mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities. You can search for fellow Gallatin students and alums by using the helpful filters, such as by school (i.e. Gallatin), company (i.e. Google), location (i.e. Los Angeles, CA), and much more. You can also connect with thousands of Gallatin and NYU alumni through LinkedIn. Get started by adding NYU Gallatin to your network.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. You can come to our drop-in hours during the week or email to set up an appointment.

Best wishes, 

Drs. Bunker and Dr. Walker

Dear New and Continuing Gallatin Seniors! 

We'd like to officially introduce ourselves and welcome you to the 2022-2023 academic year. We are Rachel Bunker and Malik Walker, the senior class advising team at Gallatin. Drs. Bunker works with senior students who have a last name that begins with the letters A-K, while Dr. Walker advises seniors with a last name beginning with the letters L-Z. You can also find which class adviser you are assigned to by checking your Albert Student Center. 

We are excited to welcome you all back to the NYU campus this year, and we are looking forward to the opportunity to meet with you in-person and share together all the anxieties, joys, and celebrations that senior year brings.  

To keep you up-to-date on all the important information Gallatin seniors should know, we will send a Senior Class Email (archived here) at the beginning of each month highlighting key deadlines and events. Keep an eye out for these emails, and other emails from us, and please be sure to read all senior class-related correspondence carefully.

With that being said, below is important housekeeping information we should go over as you start the new academic year.  

KNOW YOUR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS/UPDATE YOUR DETAILS IN ALBERT

Now is a good time to review your degree requirements and update your personal information in your Albert Student Center. Please take a look at your Degree Progress Report to see exactly which requirements you still need to complete for graduation. Read this report carefully and be in-touch with us about any questions you have. You'll want to check and make sure your Expected Date of Graduation field is accurate, since you will need this to be right to apply for graduation. You will also want to make sure your mailing address is correct as this is the address NYU will mail your diploma to.

ADD/DROP PERIOD

You have through September 14, 2022 to finalize your fall course schedule. Remember that you are expected to attend the first-class meeting of your courses. If you are not yet registered for everything you need, you can register for a back-up class and use the swap function on Albert for the desired class.

COLLQ-UG

All Gallatin students are required to register for the 2-unit COLLQ-UG during either the fall or spring semester of senior year. Note: students cannot register for COLLQ-UG during the summer term. Ideally, students register for COLLQ-UG during the semester they plan to complete their colloquium. If you are planning on completing your colloquium this fall, please double-check to make sure you are registered for the 2-unit COLLQ-UG. If you are not registered for this requirement, please be in touch with your senior class adviser.

Also, please note that registering for COLLQ-UG is different from registering for your Colloquium, which requires a separate registration form.  

RATIONALE, LIST OF WORKS, AND COLLOQUIUM: CHANGES IN THE PROCESS & UPCOMING DEADLINES 

Are you familiar with your Colloquium requirement? Take the time now to read through the detailed information available to inform yourself on the preparation process. Particularly, make sure you understand what Gallatin expects of your Rationale and List of Works and note changes in the approval and Colloquium process, which Gallatin is introducing this year. 

*Starting Sept. 1st, 2022, it will no longer be required for Rationale and List of Works to be sent out to a second faculty member for second approval after the primary adviser approves a student’s Rationale and List of Works. In most cases, approval from the primary faculty adviser will be sufficient to move forward with the Colloquium. However, please note that primary advisers can request a second reader review when they think it will be beneficial for your Rationale and List of Works. Second, the Colloquium Committee will no longer be made up of  you and three faculty members, but instead will consist of you and two faculty members (your adviser and another faculty member) only. 

Please note that Fall 2022/January 2023 degree candidates have an October 1 submission deadline for the Rationale and List of Works and May 2023 degree candidates have a November 1 submission deadline for the Rationale and List of Works. Students who miss the deadline will incur a registration hold on their accounts until an adviser-approved Rationale and List of Works is submitted.

If you haven’t already done so, you should coordinate with your primary faculty adviser to devise a timeline for completing these documents. We’ll host a number of workshops to support you toward Colloquium completion, which you can RSVP for. As senior class advisers, we are also here to clarify questions you have about the Colloquium. 

DECLARE A CROSS-SCHOOL MINOR

If you have fulfilled a cross-school minor, or are nearly done fulfilling requirements, fall is the time to declare the minor through the electronic Minor Application on Albert. Read helpful instructions posted here before taking action. When declaring a minor, remember you will need to complete all requirements for that minor in order to graduate.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR  SUMMER 2022 AND FALL 2022/JANUARY 2023 DEGREE CANDIDATES

If you plan to complete your degree in time for a Summer 2022 degree conferral, make sure that you have applied for graduation. If you have not applied for graduation yet, you will want to email graduation@nyu.edu. If you plan to graduate in Fall 2022/January 2023, October 16^th is the last day to apply for graduation through  Albert. Those planning to earn a May degree should look out for messages about applying for graduation later in the year. 

PLAN AHEAD

Internship & Job Search | If you are currently searching for an internship or job opportunity, we encourage you to make full use of the NYU Wasserman Center. You can log into Handshake to schedule a 1-on-1 career coaching appointment, search and apply for internships and jobs, and find additional resources. Wasserman also runs a helpful blog with tons of great information, particularly for job and internship searching.

Graduate School | If you are currently planning to apply to graduate school, be aware that many program deadlines are during the fall semester. Now is the time to talk to your primary faculty adviser about applications, work on personal statements, and polish up your CV.  

Funded Research | There are a number of opportunities to earn postgraduate fellowships and awards. Be aware of the many possibilities by reading through our Awards, Honors + Fellowships page.

Networking | A great way to prepare yourself for the job search is making use of NYU's new  Violet Network . This University-wide platform connects NYU students and alumni. NYU community members can use the Violet Network to engage in mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities. You can search for fellow Gallatin students and alums by using the helpful filters, such as by school (i.e. Gallatin), company (i.e. Google), location (i.e. Los Angeles, CA), and much more. You can also connect with thousands of Gallatin and NYU alumni through LinkedIn. Get started by adding NYU Gallatin to your network.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. You can come to our drop-in hours during the week or email to set up an appointment. 

Best wishes,

Drs. Bunker and Dr. Walker