NYU Tandon Summer Series
Kick off your summer with special opportunities for first-year students
You’re making an exciting and important decision about your future, and we’re thrilled to offer myriad ways to get ahead on your journey this summer. These opportunities are available exclusively to first-year undergraduate students who have accepted their place at Tandon; join us for our events to learn more about Tandon and earn prizes before you get to campus!
Summer Series Events
July 2026
Before you get to Tandon, you'll have the opportunity to attend a variety of virtual events throughout the summer designed for students to engage with each other and the Tandon community!
Check out our upcoming events below:
NYU Trivia
Join us for NYU Trivia to learn more about the university, New York City, and the Tandon community in a fun and engaging way! Students can meet their future classmates while discovering interesting facts about NYU, the city they will call home, and the experiences that make student life unique.
Thursday, July 16th at 1PM: Register here
Career Services at NYU Tandon
Please join Emily Yeager, Assistant Director, Tandon Career Hub as she talks all about the career services and internship opportunities available to Tandon students!
Thursday, July 23rd at 1PM: Register here
NYC Survival Guide
This event introduces incoming students to life in New York City through a mix of practical advice, interactive activities, and team-based exploration. Designed to help students feel more comfortable before arriving on campus, the session provides essential tools for navigating NYC while encouraging them to see the city as an extension of their NYU experience.
Thursday, July 30th at 1PM: Register here
Tandon Academic Departmental Welcome
This session will give incoming students the opportunity to connect with Tandon professors in a relaxed, conversational setting before beginning their college journey. Unlike traditional lectures or academic presentations, these meet-and-greets are designed to help students get to know the people behind their courses, research, and departments.
Check back soon for the registration link
Academic Prep Series: Ready, Set, Learn
Academic Skills Workshops
August 2026
This August, you can build or strengthen vital skills that can help you excel in the independent learning environment that makes college both invigorating and challenging. Our team of first-year advisors are gearing up to host a series of interactive workshops; take a look below at some of the topics that will be covered this summer.
Engineering Your Success at NYU Tandon
Coursework in college presents new challenges than those students face in high school. Many students also must overcome new obstacles when it comes to how they approach studying and doing assignments throughout their time in college. Do you know what you'll do to succeed when you face new difficulties with your college classes? This webinar by Tandon's academic support staff will teach you how our successful scholars use their engineering skills and the resources NYU provides to design personal plans for their success.
Tuesday, August 4th at 10AM: Register here!
Time Management
Learn the art of time management! During this session, the first-advisors will discuss the differences between high school and college, and the strategies you may need to use to adjust your time management techniques accordingly. The goal is to make sure you’re able to balance your studies, while enjoying your college experience.
Thursday, August 6th - Check back soon for registration details!
Study Skills
You’ve heard high school is different from college, and you have some ideas of what to expect. But do you know how your high school study habits might translate to the college environment? In this workshop, we will discuss study tips and practices within the context of the study cycle. Learn how to thrive at your new academic home starting with your first day of class to your final exam.
Tuesday, August 11th - Check back soon for registration details!
Motivational Styles
Core motivation is the driving force behind your behavior and decision-making. During this workshop, the first-year advisors will discuss the various motivational styles and ways to help you gain a better understanding of what motivates you.
Thursday, August 13th - Check back soon for registration details!
Group Dynamics
Set yourself up for success by learning how to navigate group dynamics! During this session, we will discuss how to navigate different learning styles and how to effectively communicate and collaborate with different members of your group on projects or assignments. We want to make sure you're able to be a key member of your team that will make your group projects and other collaborations successful and memorable!
Tuesday, August 18th - Check back soon for registration details!
Summer Series Raffle
For every Summer Series event students attend, they'll be entered into a raffle to win prizes, including a portable speaker and movie passes. Be sure to attend for a chance to win!