Hello, Second Act Community!

We hope this message finds you well. In this Summer edition of our newsletter, you will find the latest updates around mentorship program, 2A events and outings, and some announcements from our partners, the Harkness Center for Dance Injuries, LEAP, and Murmure.

I am also pleased to inform you that we will celebrating Second Act’s 3rd anniversary! To commemorate this milestone, we are hosting a party on the evening of August 22nd, 2024, in Manhattan, NYC.  We have planned an evening of celebration and good times, coupled with a 6-week long fundraising initiative aimed at supporting our organization. Thus far, we’ve received over $5,600 in donations, which puts us at 80% of our goal. Thank you so much to all donors who have supported us! Let’s keep the momentum going!

Please RSVP or donate through our official donation page.

Mentorship Program

In the last quarter, we have also welcomed several new mentors to the program:

• Kallee Gallant: Computational Scientist, MIT Lincoln Laboratory

• Laura Baruch: Doctoral Studies in Clinical Psychology, Yeshiva University

• Sarah Lewis: Associate Strategist, Sullivan

• Emma Diehl: Incoming Analyst, Accenture Federal Services

• Samuel Ainley-Zoll: Medical Assistant with PM Pediatrics

• Christopher Stowell: Artistic Leadership, Vision Building, Creative Partnerships

• Jacinta Andersen: Postgraduate Studies in Sports and Exercise Psychology

• Linh-Ly Vinh: Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Private Practice

• Emily Parker: Clinical Research, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Extension School, Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Program

• Anna Barnes: Associate, CBRE

• Michelle Schmidt: B.A in Biology, Columbia University

• Mary Anna Ball: Research Analyst, West Virginia Legislature and Fullbright Alumna

• Ecem Yuksel: M.S. in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, Columbia University

• Moira Price: Foundation Director, Dwight School Foundation

Events

2A Night Out

Members of the Second Act Community were able to purchase tickets to American Ballet Theatre’s “Romeo & Juliet.” The community event was a huge success, and we look forward to hosting more in-person and virtual events in the future! Let us know if there are upcoming events you would like to be considered for another 2A Night Out. Please feel free to reply to this email with event suggestions that you would like to see.

Organizational Updates

Welcome New Team Members!

We would like to give a warm welcome to our newest Second Act Team Member, Kallee Gallant (Tech Coordinator)! Kallee who will assist in maintaining our website, and we are thrilled to have her as part of the team.

A Special Thank You

We would also like to thank Sasha Perkins who served as a Mentorship Coordinator this past summer. Sasha was responsible for mentorship program communications and ensuring the program ran smoothly these past few months. It was a pleasure working with her, and we are wishing her the best!

Volunteers (Always!) Needed

As our Mentorship Program continues to grow, we continue to need more volunteers. Please email us if you have interest in volunteering to become a Mentorship Coordinator (possible Internship credit). Note that we are flexible with timing, whether you are interested in an ongoing, seasonal, or semester-based commitment.

Other Announcements From Our Partners

Harkness Center for Dance Injuries

Harkness Center for Dance Injuries at NYU Langone Health works to enhance the health, well-being, and quality of life of dancers and dance companies through clinical, education, and research programs. Second Act is excited to partner with the Harkness Center to provide support to dancers interested in careers in the field of dance medicine.

VIRTUAL: Nutrition for Dancers

Sat., August 10 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM EDT on Zoom

With Lauren McIntyre, ATC

Find details and REGISTER HERE

IN PERSON: Dance Educator and Parent Coffee Hour

Fri., August 9 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM EDT

Location: NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, 301 E. 17th Street, 14th Floor

RSVP to coffee hour link by emailing [email protected].

IN PERSON: Harkness Resource Drop

A Harkness Center staff member will come to your school, studio, or company to deliver a packet of resources and discuss our services and programs. 

Schedule using this link.

LEAP

Fall Application Deadline is August 15th, 2024: LEAP Application Page

Murmure Skincare

Murmure Skincare aims to make a real difference by offering safer and more effective skincare options that align with your values. Founded by two former ABT Dancers, Jonathan Klein and Emily Hayes, Second Act is thrilled to champion these two incredibly smart and impactful entrepreneurs who are paving the way for dancers to launch creative ventures beyond the dance studio.

We’re excited to share a discount code with you all: Use promo code “SECONDACT” for 15% off your entire purchase!

Thank you so much for your continued support, and we’re excited for what the rest of the year has in store. As always, feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or just to say hello!

Sincerely,

Erika Pugh

Director of Community, Second Act

[email protected]