OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS

Hello from the Desk of the Oppy!

Welcome back from Winter Break! We've put together a fantastic issue for you. We've got great tips on New Year's resolutions (see Mandy Kaufman's story on page 20 and Mickey Robinson's on page 23). In addition, Content Editor Caroline Schimmelbusch put together an entertaining piece that highlights classmates' resolutions and greatest moments over Winter Break (beginning on page 8). Check it out to catch up on what your classmates have been up to!

We also have coverage of three DBis: Singapore, Hong Kong and India (beginning on page 14). It sounds like these students had memorable times filled with learning about new cultures, businesses, drinks, food and more. These are a great read, especially if you are considering a DBi during your time here at Stern.

We have an important announcement to share in this issue. We are excited to introduce our three new editorial board members. They'll be taking over production of the paper with the first issue after Spring Break. Please feel free to say hello and congrats if you see them around school!

Arjun Kathuria, Full Time, Class of 2013

Position: Incoming Oppy co-Editor in Chief

Previous Job: Procurement Specialist at Deloitte Consulting LLP – Federal Practice

Where am I from: New Delhi, India

Something people might be surprised to know about me:

I brew beer at home

Roland Jones, Langone

Position: Incoming Oppy co-Editor in Chief

Current job: Senior editor at msnbc.com

Where are you from? UK, but I feel like a bonafide New Yorker after living here for 10+ years.

Something people might be surprised to know about me: Once edited Manchester United's official magazine.

Judy Shen, Langone

Position: Incoming Oppy Content Editor

Current job: Account management/sales at Bloomberg LP

Where are you from: Northern California, a town 50 minutes drive from downtown San Francisco

Surprising fact: Interested in psychology - used to work with children with autism and helped write and research a psychology study in a journal.

For those of you who would like to get involved, you still have many options. The Oppy will be searching for a new ad manager and a new business manager in the next few months, as well as new contributors, so please email us at opportun@stern.nyu.edu for more information if you are interested. We are also looking for new readers, of course. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or feedback.

Enjoy the issue!

Shaila and Mike