Living Here

New York has one of the most diverse populations in the world. More than 30% of New Yorkers are foreign-born and virtually every nationality is represented. The city is comprised of a collection of five culturally diverse and distinct boroughs, each of which has its own character and appeal.

The wealth of cultures in New York permeates everyday life and all of the city’s institutions. Food is no exception: Polish food in the East Village, Greek food in Astoria, Dominican fare in Washington Heights—home to the largest population of Dominicans outside of the Dominican Republic—and soul food in Harlem are just a few of the dining options available in New York City.

The music scene is always thriving in New York, offering all the best artists and venues in hip hop, jazz, salsa, classical, rock, folk, and every other imaginable genre. Some corps members have even taken to performing live themselves. Sports fans have similarly plentiful options for year-round fulfillment in the city. The Mets, Yankees, Giants, Jets, Nets, Knicks, Liberty, Rangers, and various college sports teams all call New York home.

To cap it all off, there are over 500 museums, zoos, historical societies, arts organizations, and cultural attractions across the five boroughs of New York City, where corps members can take their students on field trips or visit with friends on weekends.