Are you an international CU faculty member, researcher, postdoc, staff or trainee? Are you looking to meet peers and make new friends across different schools and departments? Join ISSO's monthly evening social event ("night out") to help build connections and community!
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON APRIL 2. Please do not sign up if you may be unable to attend. ISSO is offering limited tickets to scholars for the discounted price of $10.
Join ISSO for a special visit to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, one of NYC’s most iconic landmarks. Discover immersive mirrored spaces and panoramic skyline views, and capture unforgettable photos from a truly unique perspective! This is a wonderful opportunity to explore one of NYC’s best tourist destinations while building meaningful relationships with colleagues from across the University.
Itinerary:
- 5:15pm: Meet at ISSO Morningside to travel together (*optional)
- 6:00pm: Meet at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt (45 E 42nd St.). Please arrive on time, as we must enter together and undergo security screening.
- 6:30 - 8:00pm: Group tour
- After 8:00pm: Option to continue socializing**
**All registrants will be sent a link to an ISSO WhatsApp group to help coordinate and meet up before, during, and after the event. ISSO encourages participants to independently organize dinner or other activities after the scheduled itinerary has finished.
To make the most of the experience, please review the recommended dress code (note that it may be uncomfortable to wear dresses/ skirts due to mirrors at the venue).
This excursion is part of a series intended to promote organic community building amongst international scholars at all CU campuses. Registration through ISSO is not open to students or guests. We thank you for your understanding.
Participants are responsible for all costs associated with participation, including but not limited to transportation and any optional food/ beverage. Alcohol consumption is not required and ISSO encourages participants who do choose to drink to do so responsibly.
Questions? Contact the ISSO Programming Team.
Columbia University makes every effort to ensure accessibility. To request disability accommodations, please contact Disability Services at least 10 days prior to the event. CART or sign language interpretation requests require two weeks’ notice.
This event may be photographed or recorded for current or future university marketing (print, digital, web, or social media). By attending, you consent to this use. If you have concerns, please contact ISSO.
