The Student Engagement and Services team is integral to the School's educational mission of human development. To assist students in their personal growth and in achieving their educational objectives, we collaborate with faculty, administrators, and students to provide programs, services, and opportunities that are responsive to the dynamic nature of the educational process; enrich the educational experience for the School’s diverse undergraduate and graduate student population; and embody the School's support for all phases of a student’s development and the diversity of student needs. If you would like to meet with a member of our team, you can reach out to us directly or visit us in-person or virtually during our walk-in hours; no appointments are necessary for the hours listed below.
Monday: 12:00 - 3:00 PM ET (virtual only) and 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET
Tuesday: 2:00 - 4:00 PM ET
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
As a friendly reminder, our office is located in Pless Hall, 82 Washington Square East, on the 2nd Floor. The entrance to Pless Hall is located on Washington Place between the Park and the ARC.
Student Activities
Contact or visit the Student Engagement and Services team for information on student activities including:
- Conversations brings together faculty and students for timely discussions covering the spectrum of diversity.
- The Life Hack Series offers practical, real-world advice, and skills for navigating the challenges of university life with a focus on personal development.
- Let's Talk International is a discussion group that provides a safe space for study abroad returnees, international students, third culture kids, and anybody interested in international/intercultural experiences to explore a variety of topics.
For more information and a complete listing of events, please visit the Steinhardt Events website.
Student Services
The Student Engagement and Services team provides a wide range of support and assistance for NYU Steinhardt students. These include the New International Graduate Student Seminar (SAHS-GE 2003), University-Wide Student Services, Leave of Absence/Exit Interviews. If you are not sure where to start, visit the Student Engagement team during drop-in hours or at any of our events.
Educational Consultation
Staff members are available to assist students upon request of the individual, referral by faculty, or if academic work has fallen below School standards for satisfactory academic progress.
Career Exploration
As a pre-professional school, Steinhardt's career counseling is often facilitated by our faculty, but students can also receive assistance from a representative from the Wasserman Center for Career Development three afternoons each week.
Personal Counseling
A professional staff is available to listen, to provide free confidential counseling to help you define the issues you are facing, and to develop strategies to help.
Orientation
Get to know your program and learn more about your path as an incoming Steinhardt student!
Student Funding, Awards, and Honors
The Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development invites outstanding students to challenge themselves intellectually, engage in independent research, and extend their academic exploration beyond our borders.
Contact
For more information contact any of our staff members below or email us.
- Jeanne Bannon, Senior Director, jeanne.bannon@nyu.edu
- Justine Kelly-Fierro, Associate Director, justine@nyu.edu
- Luis Lopez, Opportunity Programs Counselor, Higher Education Opportunity Program, lal13@nyu.edu
- Nija Leocadio, Assistant Director, nija.leocadio@nyu.edu
- Nick Voelker, Assistant Director, nicholas.voelker@nyu.edu
- Paula Lee, Director, Career Services, paula.lee@nyu.edu
- Sarah Kearney, LCSW, Counselor, Counseling and Wellness - Student Health Center (SHC) 212-998-5061, sek571@nyu.edu