Gain in-demand skills for a rapidly evolving workplace. At NYU SPS, our Continuing Education courses & certificates, available online & in person, are designed to help you build specialized, career-ready skills for what’s next. Register here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/join/continuing-education.html

NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality Associate Dean Nicolas Graf is quoted in a Washington Post article on how Marriott’s failure to meet its cage-free egg pledge has sparked global activist backlash. More (paywall): https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2026/01/14/marriott-protests-cage-free-eggs/

NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs Associate Dean Carolyn Kissane has written a recent piece for Barron's on how markets may become the last real constraint on Trump. Read more: https://www.barrons.com/articles/trump-treasuries-greenland-tariff-threats-things-to-know-today-4ce1fbff?st=KcEPsp

Welcome to the Spring semester and happy first day of classes! Scenes from the SPS building this morning 🥶 🧊

Welcome, new Spring 2026 graduate students! Today at orientation, students heard from NYU SPS leadership and current student Prince Gregorio. Students closed the day by celebrating with their new classmates at the SPS building for a happy hour mixer. Welcome to NYU SPS!

The spring semester is almost here! Today we welcomed our new undergraduate students for orientation. After getting to know some of classmates over lunch, students moved into breakout sessions by academic department to meet with their new faculty and academic leaders.

Students in Daniel Isenberg's "Real World: Nike" course spent last semester working with Toma El Juego, to help it grow beyond major cities & stay culturally authentic as it expands. 🌍 ⚽ More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/about/news-and-ideas/articles/real-world/2025/declassified--real-world-nike.html

Last week was the NYU SPS Center for Publishing, Writing, and Media's NYU Advanced Publishing Institute, a premier exec ed course for book publishing professionals. Learn more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/about/academic-divisions-and-departments/center-for-publishing-writing-and-media.html

NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate Associate Dean Marc Norman is quoted in an ABC News article on President Trump's proposed ban on private equity firms owning single-family homes. More: https://abcnews.go.com/Business/trump-bring-home-prices-banning-wall-street-ownership/story?id=129052925

NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs Associate Dean Carolyn Kissane has written a piece for Barron's on how Maduro’s removal has not altered oil markets because of Venezuela's deeper resource issues. Read more: https://www.barrons.com/articles/trump-maduro-venezuela-oil-market-24628491

Tisch Institute for Global Sport professor Lindsay Krasnoff is featured in this NYU story on sports diplomacy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Read more: https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2026/january/how-the-increasingly-wide-world-of-sports-became-the--swiss-army.html

"This program gave me an opportunity to dive right into the cyber security space." - Anna Heiss, a Fall 2025 grad of our MS in Global Security, Conflict, & Cybercrime. More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/degrees-and-programs/ms-in-global-security-conflict-and-cybercrime.html

Congratulations to SPS alum Anthony Tittanegro (Schack, '00) for being nominated for three Golden Globes for his work as an Executive Producer for "Sinners," "One Battle After Another," and "Weapons." Read more: https://www.nyu.edu/alumni/news-publications/news-stories/2026-golden-globes.html

Nexus Notes, a quarterly newsletter from the Learning and Teaching Nexus at NYU School of Professional Studies, has just released its next issue. The December 2025 Nexus Notes' theme is navigating feedback with students. Read more: https://nexus.sps.nyu.edu/post/nexus-note-feedback-december-2025

NYU will be closed for the Winter Break from 12/20/25 to 1/2/26. University offices will reopen on 1/5/26. To learn about resources available over winter break: https://www.nyu.edu/students/student-information-and-resources/student-centers-and-spaces/studentlink-center/winter-break-resources.html

"I've been working as the Language Justice Specialist for the City of Somerville at the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs since November. I really love what I do." - recent graduate Gabi Rivero. More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/degrees-and-programs/ms-in-translation.html

On Monday we held our Winter Graduation Toast, for students who graduated this Fall semester. This special reception for our 350+ guests included a toast from Dean Kamath, and an early welcome into the SPS alumni community. Congratulations to all our Fall graduates!

NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs Associate Dean Carolyn Kissane has written a piece for Barron's on New York retreating from its all-electric housing mandate. Read more (paywall): https://www.barrons.com/articles/new-york-hochul-energy-policy-shift-pipeline-approval-056d63de

"Coming from Dubai, studying at NYU SPS has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life." - Kasvi Bhatia, who is studying for her Master's in Project Management. Read more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/success-stories/student-spotlights/how-i-got-here-kasvi-bhatia.html

Congratulations to Zach Schofel (Schack '21), cofounder of Cosign, for being named one of Forbes' 2026 "30 Under 30" in the Social Impact category! More: https://www.forbes.com/profile/zach-schofel/?list=30under30-social-impact/

On Wednesday, we held the 58th Annual Conference on Capital Markets in Real Estate, one of the industry's preeminent forums on the state of commercial real estate capital markets and investment activity.

Today is #GivingTuesday! It only takes one spark - your generosity - to ignite lasting change. Your support for scholarships lights the way for talented students to access an NYU education. Learn more about how you can make a difference: https://www.givecampus.com/s/74d2e7 #NYUGivingTuesday

Last week, the NYU SPS Undergraduate and Graduate Student Councils hosted the annual "Giving Thanks" dinner. The event collected non-perishable food items as well as donations towards New York Common Pantry to help fight food insecurity.

During NYU's Alumni and Families weekend, we were delighted to host the Third Annual NYU SPS Alumni Brunch. Held at the lively Lafayette Grand Café & Bakery, our alumni community came together to enjoy a family-style brunch, rekindle friendships, and create new memories.

Meet Professor David Abrams, who teaches several courses within the NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport. Read more about Professor Abrams and the SPS Nexus here: https://nexus.sps.nyu.edu/post/teaching-profile-david-abrams #WeAreSPS

Carolyn Kissane & Richard Haass on the United States' rapidly growing federal debt poses escalating risks to national security: https://www.pgpf.org/programs-and-projects/convening-experts/expert-views/lessons-from-history-for-america-today/the-debt-crisis-and-american-national-security/

NYU SPS recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of its degree program in Public Relations & Corporate Communication. More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/about/news-and-ideas/articles/press-releases/2025/nyu-sps-celebrates-20-years-award-winning-graduate-degree-program-pr-corporate-communication.html

Meet Professor Robin N Barone, who teaches "Proptech and the Digital Evolution of Real Estate" within the NYU School of Professional Studies Schack Institute of Real Estate. Read more about Professor Barone and the SPS Nexus here: https://nexus.sps.nyu.edu/post/teaching-profile-robin-n-barone

Last week we held our annual SPS Wasserman Center's Power of Connections event, bringing together industry professionals, alumni, faculty, & students for networking. Carly Chase, VP & GM at @usnews.com delivered the keynote. Learn more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/experience/activate-your-career.html

Jesus Cardenas, a student earning his AAS in Business, started his military career in 2014. "NYU was (my) first & only choice. I did a deep dive & saw it as a sign that I must come to @nyusps to further my education." More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/degrees-and-programs/aas-in-business.html

"I began my journey at NYU SPS in 2008, shortly after my military deployment to Iraq," shares Brian Laguardia. "For me, it marked a major step towards changing my career & committing to full-time work in humanitarian aid."

"NYU gave me the opportunity to intern in revenue management last summer at Park Lane, which directly led to my current role." - Azalea Rodas, a first-generation college student. https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/degrees-and-programs/bs-in-hospitality-travel-and-tourism-management.html

MS in in Translation & Interpreting student Oliver Flynn on his experience at the ATA annual conference: "With most new language technologies, the hype never matches the reality. 'AI is not a reflection of ourselves, but rather, another tool to collaborate and improve our work." #ATA66

"I watched sports I didn’t even know existed, cheered for countries I couldn’t locate on a map. I never imagined...that could someday be my path." - student Gustavo Giusti More: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/success-stories/student-spotlights/one-students-journey-from-field-to-front-office.html

"The topic on everyone's minds has been that of artificial intelligence within the translation and interpreting industry." - MS in Translation & Interpreting student Oliver Flynn on attending the American Translators Association annual conference. #ATA66

Last week was Spirit Week, an annual week-long event where the SPS community comes together to show school spirit. This year's theme was "Fallin’ for SPS," a cozy week of community to create experiences and memories together. #WeAreSPS

"The Master’s in Translation & Interpreting fully online program has enabled me to continue living in France, a country that I love dearly, while perfecting my linguistic & cultural skills through my studies & in everyday life." - India Henderson.

NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business Associate Dean Martin Ihrig was the keynote speaker at last week's 29th Gambrinus Forum, hosted by @tu-dortmund.de in Dortmond, Germany.

NYU SPS MS in Translating & Interpreting student India Henderson, who translates from French, says, "Attending the ATA Annual Conference this past weekend was an eye-opening experience." Learn more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/explore/degrees-and-programs/ms-in-translation.html

We recently held our second annual NYU SPS Hall of Fame ceremony & reception where we inducted 8 remarkable honorees. Each of our honorees has demonstrated exemplary leadership & innovation, inspiring their peers & future generations.

Earlier this month, students joined our Lunch with Leaders, connecting with SPS alum Sabrina Ellis, NBA's Chief People Officer. Sport Management student Allison Wang called it “a privilege to hear from visionary NBA executives.”

"The flexibility of an online program is outstanding, but coming to the annual American Translators Association conference affords us the opportunity to forge connections outside the virtual environment." - student Ashley Richardson #WeAreSPS #ATA66 #translation #interpreting #languageprofessions

"The opportunities, faculty connections, course offerings, and community at SPS are pretty incredible" - Jacob Gorovoy , an NYU SPS Tisch Center student who transferred to NYU last fall from the University of Colorado Boulder. #WeAreSPS #TransferStudentWeek

"What really drew me to NYU was the access to opportunities in the city & how well-connected SPS is within the sports industry." - Kaitlyn Schievelbein, an NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies student who transferred to NYU from Long Island University. #WeAreSPS #TransferStudentWeek

A new, more secure NYU Login will launch soon! Starting Thursday, October 23, log in to NYU services using your [email protected] email, followed by your password and NYU MFA (Duo), if prompted. Learn more: nyu.edu/it/login

NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs Associate Dean Carolyn Kissane is part of the recent episode of PBS's "Energy Switch" on Russian energy. Watch here: https://www.pbs.org/video/russian-energy-j9ftof/ #energyswitch

Nexus Notes, a quarterly newsletter from the Learning and Teaching Nexus at NYU SPS, has just released its latest issue. Read more: https://nexus.sps.nyu.edu/post/nexus-notes-teaching-with-gen-ai-september-2025

Join us for an Open House on 10/18 at 7 E. 12th Street to learn more about NYU SPS DAUS Register: https://apply.sps.nyu.edu/register/?id=da628fe7-06ab-4a60-a0b8-75726019898f&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=paidsocial&utm_campaign=FA25-SP26_UC_DAUS_MULT_prosp&utm_content=mult_OH_na_tri-state

The @NYUSPS Hall of Fame honors & celebrates the outstanding achievements & contributions of members of the NYU SPS community. Congrats to our 2025 honorees! Learn more: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/info/information-for-additional-groups/information-for-alumni/nyu-sps-hall-of-fame.html

We are a little over two weeks away from the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate's 8th National Symposium of Women in Real Estate, a mentorship platform for women executives and the next generation of real estate industry leaders. Learn more & register: https://bit.ly/3IkUFCN