The ROUTES Unlimited Savor the City: The 2026 NYC Experience

Details:

• Thursday, December 17-Tuesday, December 22, 2026   
• New York City (Various Locations)

About:

Ready to experience New York City like never before?  

Join ROUTES Unlimited: Savor the City – The 2026 NYC Experience and discover how one of the world's most exciting cities can become your classroom.

Travel with fellow Buckeyes by charter bus for five unforgettable days of exploration, connection, and hands-on learning as you navigate the subway system, experience a live Broadway performance, enjoy a Taste of NYC group meal, and explore iconic neighborhoods throughout Manhattan and beyond. 

•  This year, you'll also have the chance to customize part of your journey through exciting "Choose Your Own Adventure" experiences, including meeting Ohio State alumni living in New York, visiting world-class museums, exploring Brooklyn, or discovering unique attractions across the city.
• Along the way, you will gain practical skills, build confidence navigating a major urban environment, connect with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, and explore what makes a community feel welcoming and connected. 
• Whether you're a foodie, explorer, art lover, theater fan, or simply looking for an adventure with fellow students, Savor the City offers an incredible opportunity to gain experience, grow, and create memories that will last long after you return to Columbus.                                                                              
• Register for this experience using the RU Savor the City-NYC Experience 2026 Application 

Additional Information

Informational Meeting

• Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:30 PM
• Blackburn Victory Room (Blackburn House-136 W. Woodruff Ave.)
• Get a sneak peek at the upcoming experience and enjoy a special Surprise Latino Heritage Month/NYC preview experience!

Required NYC Opportunity Path Program Requirements:

• ROUTES Unlimited Savor the City: NYC application opens, Thursday, October 1, 2026, 8:00 AM 

ROUTES Unlimited Savor the City NYC Application DUE 

• Monday, October 19, 2026, Due by 11:59 PM 

ROUTES Unlimited NYC Pre-Departure Workshop (Part One): What’s Your Flavor?   

• Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM,Blackburn Victory Room (Blackburn House)  

ROUTES Unlimited NYC Pre-Departure Workshop (Part Two): A Taste of City Life 

• Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:00–8:00 PM   
• Nosker Burgee Room (Nosker House- 124 W. Woodruff Ave.)