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Shakespeare Competition<\/h2>\n

The ESU National Shakespeare Competition is an enriching educational program centered around performance. High school students hone their analytical and communication skills by interpreting and presenting Shakespearean works at various levels – within their schools, communities, and even nationally. Since its inception in 1983, over 360,000 students have breathed life into the timeless works of Shakespeare. In 2024, the ESU New York City Branch proudly celebrates its 41st year of participation in the esteemed National Shakespeare Competition.<\/h3>\n Learn More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Happy Hour Series<\/h2>\n

In response to the global pandemic caused by COVID-19, ESU members came together in July 2020 to launch the innovative Virtual Happy Hour Program. This program has been incredibly successful, attracting participants from around the world.\r\n\r\nThe Virtual Happy Hour Program features guest speakers from diverse locations, all presenting live and free of charge through the Zoom platform. To add to the festive atmosphere, some speakers even recommend signature cocktails that attendees can create and enjoy at home while listening to the presentations.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the engaging content, many speakers offer interactive opportunities for participants to win exciting prizes such as books and products. Furthermore, all Happy Hour events are recorded and made available for download to members and anyone interested in watching them on-demand.\r\n\r\nJoin us for a unique and enjoyable experience that combines learning, networking, and fun in the comfort of your own home.<\/h3>\n Learn More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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TLab: Teachers Learning Abroad<\/h2>\n

Since 1957, the ESU has provided summer study abroad scholarships to middle and high school teachers at Oxford, Edinburgh and Shakespeare\u2019s Globe in London.<\/h3>\n Learn More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":2,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"advgb_blocks_editor_width":"","advgb_blocks_columns_visual_guide":"","ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"_EventAllDay":false,"_EventTimezone":"","_EventStartDate":"","_EventEndDate":"","_EventStartDateUTC":"","_EventEndDateUTC":"","_EventShowMap":false,"_EventShowMapLink":false,"_EventURL":"","_EventCost":"","_EventCostDescription":"","_EventCurrencySymbol":"","_EventCurrencyCode":"","_EventCurrencyPosition":"","_EventDateTimeSeparator":"","_EventTimeRangeSeparator":"","_EventOrganizerID":[],"_EventVenueID":[],"_OrganizerEmail":"","_OrganizerPhone":"","_OrganizerWebsite":"","_VenueAddress":"","_VenueCity":"","_VenueCountry":"","_VenueProvince":"","_VenueState":"","_VenueZip":"","_VenuePhone":"","_VenueURL":"","_VenueStateProvince":"","_VenueLat":"","_VenueLng":"","_VenueShowMap":false,"_VenueShowMapLink":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-17","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat We Do - 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