The Academic Peer Advisors (APA) program, in partnership with Academic Advising, provides the student body with opportunities to connect with trained peer mentors in rich academic experiences. Students interact with APAs via office hours, email, and events hosted by the Academic Advising Office. Students can discuss transitioning to university academic life, course selections, major decisions, extracurricular activities, graduate school plans, and other topics related to their academic journey. By incorporating peer support and expertise, the Academic Advising Office aims to support students in making informed decisions regarding their academic experiences at NYU Shanghai.
Excited to meet your Academic Peer Advisors? Check out their reflections and tips!
APA Programs & Walk-In Hours
Fall in-person Walk-in Hours
- Time & Date: See Fall APA Walk-In Calendar (Available from Monday through Thursday)
- Location: E406
APA Fall Events: Boba & Peer Insights
A monthly event hosted by APAs to help you explore your academic life at NYUSH.
- Major Exploration and Academic Resources
- September 26, 7:00-8:00 PM, RSVP
- Balancing Academic and Extracurricular Success
- October 22nd, 5:30-6:30 PM, RSVP
- Student Experiences and Tips for Studying Away
- November 12th, 4:00-5:00 PM, RSVP
Summer 2024 Summer Mixers
- Academic Adjustment & Registration Support
- Academic Exploration & Experiences Sharing
Questions? Please email shanghai.peeradvising@nyu.edu
Meet with our APAs
Yiwen Wang (Eva)
Eva is a sophomore intending to major in Data Science (Concentration in Economics) and Economics. In her freshman year, Eva was on the administration team of the 2013 Fund Committee. She took the Advanced Piano class and was a Guqin player of the Qilin Chinese Music Ensemble. She was interested in volunteering in her free time, teaching at Stepping Stones, and participating in the Big Brother Big Sister Program. This semester, Eva will be a welcome leader and the Vice President of the Literature Club. As an APA, Eva is excited to help incoming students explore academic interests and find the balance between school work and life.
Jingya Zhang (Erin)
Jingya (Erin) Zhang is a rising sophomore intending to major in Honors Mathematics. In her freshman year, she engaged in a lot of fun activities and tried to use different kinds of academic resources to enrich her academic life. She also ate at almost all the restaurants near the campus! Becoming an APA in the fall semester, Jingya is excited to share her experiences to support incoming first-year students in major exploration and academic planning.
Małgorzata Czarnik (Margaret)
Margaret is a sophomore intending to major in Social Science (Law track) and minor in Mathematics and Data Science. Besides being the Academic Peer Advisor, she is also the 2024 Orientation Ambassador and Vice-President of TEDxNYU Shanghai. She finds her interest in research, especially the one about using the game theory models in the policy planning process. Claiming that coffee is her favorite beverage, you may often find her with a cup of this gods’ liquid in one hand and much academic stuff in the other. As the APA, she is more than excited to share her experience and recommendations with the incoming freshmen.
Namuun Turkhuu
Namuun is a sophomore majoring in Business & Finance with a Marketing track. She is also pursuing a minor in Economics and Chinese. During her first year, Namuun actively participated in professional clubs related to her major, gaining valuable experience in equity research, consulting competitions, and economics research. She also took part in Richemont’s career bootcamp program, reflecting her passion for luxury brand management. She is an avid reader and is always happy to recommend books to others. As an APA, she is dedicated to helping students discover their interests and explore opportunities.
Haozhi Zheng (Phil)
Phil is a senior pursuing a major in Business & Finance (Business Analytics Track) and a minor in Data Science. He spent his junior year in New York to fulfill a diversified curriculum consisting of Finance, Economics, Econometrics, Management, and Data Science courses. He can often be found at the pool table or discussing course and career plans with his friends in random places. Now joining the APA team, Phil is dedicated to helping his fellow students navigate the rich resources and opportunities NYU provides at the Shanghai campus and beyond.
Yizhe Dai (Eason)
Eason is a sophomore who intends to major in Chemistry. During his first year, he studied foundational science courses and gained experience in neuroscience research focused on the Argon gas’ effect on the brain. Besides academics, Eason actively engages in community activities such as Elderly Care with DSC and farm visits with CEL, and he is also a member of the SINS science club. Eason loves classical music, photography, camping, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As an APA, his goal is to foster a vibrant academic community and support peers in their scientific pursuits.