The bustle, energy, and opportunity at the center of the world lie only four hours from Ithaca. As a major intersection of international culture and commerce, New York City is a metropolis of possibilities for Ithaca College students.
The semester-long ICNYC program is now open to select majors from all five schools. It centers on a six-credit internship and at least six credits of coursework. Classroom-based and online courses are available for students. Classroom and meeting space is provided by the Club Quarters World Trade Center location.
ICNYC is designed to let students live and gain real work experience in one of the most dynamic cities in the world. Grab hold of your opportunity.
Orientation Session for Fall 2013 Participants:
Friday, April 12, 2013
4:00 - 5:30 pm.
301 Business
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Emily Menez writes about her experiences in the ICNYC Program:
Blog Post 2--February 26, 2013
It's hard to believe that we are nearly finished with February. Recently, NYC hosted a Nor'easter, Nemo. I feel like I should get a badge for every weather havoc I've survived, like in Girl Scouts. I would have a cartoon tornado for Sandy, and a giant snowflake for Nemo. Since the weather has been slightly manic as of late, I've decided to take advantage of the winter weather (I'm a midwesterner, after all). A few weeks ago, I went ice skating with fellow SNL Intern and IC friend, Lucy Forbes. I have to say, we were two of the least talented ice skaters on the rink, possibly ever. Lucy refused to let go of the perimeter. I tried to compensate by being overconfident and therefore wiping out twice. Nearby, a pompous middle schooler continually showed off her impressive moves. My main concern was fighting my natural posture, that of a nervous hunchback.
On February 11th, I attended the College Board of Trustees Dinner. President Rochon asked me to speak about my experiences. I eagerly agreed, with extreme caution that there was no food in my teeth. It was a really fun night, I met a number of interesting people from Ithaca, including some alumni and members of the board. I was sitting across from Faculty Trustee Jason Hamilton, who is an environmental professor at IC. He told me about his classes on how to harvest honey and make maple syrup. Underclassmen, take note, that sounds like an awesome course. If I had more time at IC, I would totally take advantage of that.
I am taking "Urban Sociology" this semester with Kathleen Dunn. It's a new course, but I've already learned so much about early sociologists and their views on the city. Friedrich Engels, in his 1845 work, "The Great Towns," noted that although city-dwellers all seek the same goals of happiness and success, we do so separately. He seemed to think that city life was self-centered. I'm not sure about that, but there is something about being in one's early twenties that strikes me as a selfish time. All this focus on launching our careers, it feels like it's all too easy to forget that there are other people out there.
So, that being said, I will be starting my work-study/volunteer job at the New York Public Library. I will be stocking the shelves and filing donation books. It's a small thing, but I'm glad I can help out with something unrelated to my own goals.
In the meantime, I've been working on my coffee blog. Through my various explorations, I've discovered that I actually enjoy light roast. The world is full of surprises! You can read all my reviews here http://brewingwithpotential.blogspot.com/). Also, my alumna mentor Francine helped me edit my resume. It looks really professional, ready to go out to future employers.
As February nears an end, I wonder what March holds...Hopefully good things, I'm cautiously optimistic about the future.
Check back to this site for future installments.
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