MENA Cultural Spotlight & Opportunities 

A Note for This Week

Dear MENA Community,
November is in full swing — exams, group projects, social events, and most importantly recruiting. It’s a busy stretch, but keep going. We are rooting for you and encourage you to be true to yourself. The cold is setting in and the semester is shifting into crunch-time. Amid it all, don’t forget to pause, breathe, and lean on this community for support.
Also, as the holidays approach, we want to acknowledge the hard work you’re putting in — and the importance of community, connection and rest.

The best way to stay connected? Join our WhatsApp group chat! Link is here and QR code attached below, that’s where we share events, opportunities, and updates in real time.

Culture Corner

New York is full of MENA history, storytelling or even simply local traditions if you know where to look. Here is what we recommend exploring this week:
• Consider supporting or volunteering at the 5th Annual Thanksgiving Hot Meal Hand-out & Community Resource Fair in Brooklyn on Nov 22 — an example of community care and cultural solidarity in the city. Humanitix Events+1

As always, you can stay up to date with everything happening at Stern through these key links:
🔗 Career Account
🔗 Campus Groups
🔗 MBA Events Calendar

📌 Recent & Upcoming Events

EBS x MENA: Cypriot Dinner at Aliada

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special dinner! It was a rich evening of cross-regional dialogue, cultural exchange, and great food in one of NYC’s diverse neighborhoods. We loved seeing you there and making new connections.

ACC x MENA Supper Club: Nasrin’s Kitchen

Tue, Dec 2 | 7–9 PM | Midtown
A warm, family-style four-course meal highlighting Middle Eastern flavors and storytelling. Drinks available for purchase.
👉 https://cglink.me/2c4/r1928667

Making Mahshi with MENA

Sat, Dec 6 | 5–7 PM | Location TBD
Learn how to make Egyptian-style mahshi — rice, herbs, and spices stuffed into vegetables or grape leaves. Vegetarian and meat options available. Community, cumin, and culture. Light beverages included.
👉 https://cglink.me/2c4/r1928671

We know this part of the semester can feel like a sprint — but it can also be one of the most rewarding. Remember to connect, participate, and lean into community. We’re here with you every step of the way.

Warm regards,
The MENA Club Board