Internationalization and Risk Management Office of International Studies

Internationalization and Risk Management Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Session Goals • Define risk and its association with international travel • Share risk management resources and techniques for a safe and successful study abroad program • Acquaint you with how a risk manager and international educator can help you mitigate associated risks with international travel • Share resources Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

What is risk? Risk: Uncertainty/Potential for variable outcomes Potential Risks Associated with International Travel • Emotional stress, culture shock • Physical violence, medical emergency • Institutional reputation • Financial loss, litigation, claims Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Why is Risk Management needed? To protect the health, safety, and welfare of students, faculty/staff, and the institution Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Benefits of Risk Management Proactive, not reactive Safe, healthy, secure programs Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management Assets preserved Reputation intact Saves money, time, stress, (and possibly litigation)

Infusing Risk Management with Study Abroad Feasibility Proposal • Assess the academic fit and the institutional fit of the location Site and Safety Visit Designed to evaluate institutional practices • Review on-site orientation • Assess access to health care and medical facilities • Assess location • Assess student services • Evaluate student accommodations Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

Student Documentation 1. Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk 2. Faculty Recommendations 3. Study Abroad Certification 4. Study Abroad Health Statement 5. Registration with Department of State STEP program Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

Student Documentation Cont. 6. Flight Itinerary 7. Permission for Emergency Treatment 8. Study Abroad Handbook (details policies and procedures) 9. Health Insurance 10. Copy of Passport 11. Statement of Financial Responsibly Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

Student Pre-Departure Orientation Health and Safety • Alcohol Abroad • Legal Issues Abroad • Insurance • Vaccines • 24 Hour emergency phone number • Mental Health Money and Budgeting • Credit and Debit Cards • Cash • ATMs Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Cultural Information • Cultural Adjustment • Gender Relations • Site-specific cultural details • Being an American Abroad Packing • Carry on Luggage • Electronics • What to Wear

Faculty Director Risk Management Meeting Student Management Common Behavioral Issues Legal Issues Health Insurance Students in Distress Emergency Procedures Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Insurance Institutional Liability Insurance Transportation Coverage Medical Emergency Insurance Student Health Insurance Employee Health Insurance International Student Identity Card (ISIC) Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

Relevant Web Links • • www. state. gov www. cdc. gov www. internationalstudies. ilstu. edu www. riskmanagement. ilstu. edu Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

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