Transcript Pre-departure Orientation

STUDY ABROAD
Short-Term
Pre-Departure
Orientation
Topics for Discussion
A. What to Do Before You Go and After You Return
B. Packing & Communication
C. Passports & Visas
D. Money
E. Health Issues & Local Laws
F. Culture Shock
G.Program Specific Information
Before you go…..
Make sure all your study
abroad paperwork is
100% complete.
• Emergency Contacts
• Financial Aid
Agreement Form
• Medical Forms
• Health Insurance
Proof/Waiver
• Registration at
Fredonia
Packing &
Communication
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Airline Restrictions (Luggage Size/Weight)
Avoid Over Packing!
Electrical Concern - Converters/Adaptors
Laptops
Cell Phones
Magic Jack
Airport Packing
Restrictions
Passports & Visas
• Required Documents
• Immunizations
• PHOTOCOPY!!
• Leave a copy of important
documents with your parents
(including credit cards)
Money
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Credit Cards
ATMs
Foreign Transaction Fees
Stick to a Budget
Notify your credit card companies that you are
traveling
• Traveler’s Checks (not user friendly)
• Carry some cash with you (USD and foreign
currency)
Health and Local Laws
• Food & Drug Allergies
• Prescriptions (medical, contacts or
eyeglasses)
• Review Consular Information Online
• Drinking, Smoking, Driving Laws
Culture Shock
Establish Simple Goals, Be Patient, Keep an Open Mind
When You Get Back….
• Share your experience with someone
• Join the Global Student Ambassadors group
• Consider studying abroad again
• Become a fan of SUNY Fredonia Study Abroad on
facebook
• Submit some pictures to the International
Education Center
QUESTIONS