Events and Activities | NYU Tandon School of Engineering

Events and Activities


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Information Sessions

Besides counseling and tutoring, we provide info sessions on topics important to our students. We also consider your adulting needs as you transition into the next stage of your life. Workshops are provided primarily online on our Brightspace page where you can focus on them during your free time. Some sessions are also offered live.

Topics Include:

  • Financial Aid: a Q&A
  • Breaking Free from Unrealistic Standards
  • Careers/Elevator Pitches
  • Tips for 1st Year Students

  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Budgeting 101
  • Identity Theft Prevention
  • Preparing for Exams

Financial Aid and Literacy Services

Financial Aid Services

We offer several financial aid services to our Scholars to help them in understanding the financial aid process and securing the most appropriate financial aid resources available during their time at Tandon. Assistance is provided through:

  • Limited Financial Aid (Grant & Scholarships)
  • Financial Aid Informational Workshops on various topics, including
    • FAFSA Basics and Changes
    • Appeal Letters
    • Summer Aid
  • Financial Aid Advocacy and Appeal Assistance
  • Assistance with Completing the Financial Aid Application

You can make an appointment to meet with our financial aid contact for additional information or to discuss any of the services listed above.

Financial Literacy Education

For those Scholars who want to improve their financial literacy skills, we offer info sessions as well as activities throughout the year. The info sessions focus on topics ranging from budgeting and money management to the basics of investing, while activities include participating in a budget challenge or virtual stock market game. You can meet with our financial literacy contact for additional information.


Well-being and Personal Development

We understand that there’s more to life than being a Tandon student. The TRIO Scholars Program takes into account all aspects of your life, as there are many facets to who you are. Coaching & Development’s Counselor has training in mental health & wellness and provides a robust portfolio of services to help you find balance in your life. So, instead of just surviving, you’re thriving!

We provide modules that can be viewed at your own pace, giving insight into common concerns students face.

Topics Include:

  • Forming Academic and Positive Routines
  • Listening and Communication Skills
  • Perfectionism: Healthy vs. Extreme

  • Reducing Anxiety & Worry
  • Understanding and Managing Anger
  • Nutrition: Tracking, Planning & Analyzing

We also provide a library of useful tools that you can download from our portal that includes; relaxing mandala templates, mood trackers, gratitude logs, sleep wellness guides, nutrition logs, and anxiety reduction tips.


Planning for the Future

Graduate School

For those Scholars who are considering further education, we offer assistance in exploring grad school options and understanding the process of applying to grad school. This includes information about the application timeline, writing your statement, and more.

Career Exploration

As you prepare for internships and the world of work, the TRIO Scholars Program can help with your professional development. In the past, we provided info sessions on work etiquette, work culture, and assertiveness. Through our collaboration with the Brooklyn Wasserman Center, our Juniors and Seniors receive opportunities to meet recruiters, perfect their resumes and gain insight to sharpen their interview and elevator pitch skills.


Trips and Social Events

Participating in social events and activities is strongly encouraged to help Scholars build their social network. To aid in this, we offer a variety of events and host local trips where you can have fun and meet with other Scholars.

Past Trips:

  • Beat the Bomb
  • Bowling
  • Broadway Plays
  • Escape the Room
  • Industry Site Visits
  • Laser Tag

Past Activities:

  • Trivia Night
  • Pizza Party
  • Taco Bowls
  • Boba Tea and Mochi Donut