Safety and Security Issues
US Department of State
- A Safe Trip Abroad
- Bureau of Consular Affairs
- Consular Information Sheets
- Crisis Awareness and Preparedness
- Current Travel Warnings
- International Travel Saftey Information for Students
- Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
- Studying Abroad
In addition, the State Department has recently unveiled a very helpful website, Students Abroad that contains a wealth of information about Travel Documents, Health Issues, Emergencies, Embassies, and Insurance while traveling abroad. Be sure to check it out!
Pre-Departure Handbook
For additional information about these and other issues, refer to your Belmont University Pre-Departure Handbook.
As students studying abroad you are encouraged to:
- Stay aware of current political events
- Be informed of the laws, customs and standards in the host country
- Avoid popular American tourist destinations such as American bars and discos and U.S. fast food restaurants
- Be inconspicuous in dress and demeanor
- Avoid political demonstrations
- Notify the on-site staff and the International Education Office before engaging in any travel outside the country of study
- Register with the U.S.State Department in country
- Always remain alert to your surroundings and the people with whom you have contact
- Stay in touch with family and friends and the International Education Office on a regular basis
Additional Links:
Ask the Expat: How Safe is it to Live Overseas? by Volker Poelzl from May/June 2007 Transitions Abroad Magazine