Pre-Departure Orientation

Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation

Pre-Departure Orientation is only for students who have been accepted and committed to an education abroad program.

Examples of general topics covered include:

• Planning for departure
• Health, Safety, and Security
• Physical and Mental Health
• Immigration
• Social media and website dos and don'ts abroad
• Travel Packing and Logistics
• Cultural Adjustment
• Financial Considerations
• Identity Abroad
• Important UHCL procedures, such as enrollment, credits, transcripts, and UHCL Code of Conduct
• Guest speakers, when available, such as UHCL education abroad alums, current UHCL exchange students from foreign destinations, or host institutions.
• Q&A

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UHCL Education Abroad Pre-departure Orientation Sessions

Nov 11, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Hybrid: Online via Zoom and in-person (Bayou Building, Room 1217)

Nov 21, 2024 at 12 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Nov 25, 2024 at 12 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Dec 9, 2024 at 12 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Dec 11, 2024 at 12:00
Online via Zoom

Dec 16, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Hybrid: Online via Zoom and in-person (Bayou Building, Room 1217)

Dec 18, 2024 at 12 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Special Accommodations

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to participate should contact Education Abroad at 281-283-2740 or educationabroad@uhcl.edu to arrange for the accommodation.

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Site-Specific Orientation

Some education abroad programs require program-specific, pre-departure orientations in addition to the mandatory pre-departure orientation. This requirement applies to all UHCL faculty-led programs. Check with your program director or education abroad to ensure you attend the appropriate pre-departure orientation.

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On-site Orientation

Most education abroad programs and exchanges provide on-site orientations with in-country staff or program directors.  Ensure you arrive at your program destination in time for the on-site orientation. These orientations serve to introduce you to the new environment, help you adjust to your new home, and provide on-site resources and support.

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Resources

U.S. Department of State Country-Specific Information - The U.S. government's information page on every country worldwide.

U.S. Department of Justice FBI Student Travel Resource (PDF) - Safety and Security for U.S. Students Traveling Abroad.