NSHSS Member Event at Columbia University

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NSHSS scholars, their families, and their educators are invited to attend NSHSS Member Event at Columbia University in New York City on September 20th. Join fellow NSHSS members and their families from across the United States for educational opportunities, academic recognition, networking, and meeting new friends. This event is a celebration of academic excellence. All members will be recognized for outstanding academic achievement during the medallion ceremony.

EVENT LOCATION:

Columbia University

Alfred Lerner Hall

2920 Broadway, Room 704

New York, NY 10027

Attendees are responsible for getting to and from the event location. NSHSS does not assist with airfare or hotels.

This event is a very popular event for NSHSS. Tickets will be sold on a 'first come, first served' basis, and once the event is sold out, it will be sold out for this year.

DRESS CODE: Business casual

PARKING: Parking | Visitors Center (columbia.edu)

REFUND POLICY: If you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected], and we can transfer your tickets to another NSHSS event. You can also transfer your registration to another event via Eventbrite up until the evening before the event date. Transfer requests must be submitted in writing by email to [email protected] by 5 PM EST on the day before the event. On the day of the event and beyond, registration transfers are no longer allowed in the Eventbrite system, and transferring to another event will no longer be an option. Tickets may not be transferred to a different event more than once.

Refunds to the original payment method will be issued in full for refund requests received up to 15 days before the event starts. Up to 30 days before the event starts, attendees can choose to request automatic refunds for a future event credit or a refund to the original payment method issued through Eventbrite. After submitting your refund request in writing by email to [email protected], please allow up to five (5) business days to process your refund request. After 14 days before the event starts, no refunds will be issued. All further sales are non-refundable.

This event will take place rain or shine. If the event is rescheduled, all purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date or may be refunded on a case-by-case basis. If the event is canceled, all purchases will be refunded in full.

Info: *This agenda is subject to change. Final details will be emailed via Eventbrite 2 days before the event date.*

Info: Attendees will check in with a digital or printed copy of their tickets and receive name badges in the Alfred Lerner Hall foyer.

Info: Attendees will have the chance to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors. NSHSS will provide a catered continental breakfast for all event participants.

Info: NSHSS will welcome attendees to campus, and then members will hear some helpful information about Columbia University

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Info: Attendees will visit nearby eateries for lunch on their own and have free time to explore the Columbia University campus.

Info: Attendees will have the chance to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors.

Info: Check back for more details to be announced!

Info: Learn about Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs. Students enrolled in grades 9-12 by Fall 2025 can explore their academic interests by choosing from over 30 courses, ranging from Art to Artificial Intelligence, taught by leading experts.

Info: NSHSS Members will hear from current Columbia University students/ambassadors who will speak about navigating campus life, choosing an appropriate major, and other general information about Columbia University.

Info: NSHSS Scholarship Winners will be recognized on stage and will receive their scholarship checks!

Info: Members will hear congratulatory remarks and be invited on stage to receive their own NSHSS honor medallion as part of their induction into the society!

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