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- See also "Customs"
- U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Safety Tips for Air Travelers - Official government site providing security tips for air travelers.
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- HotelsTravel.com - Provides links to major international airports worldwide.
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- See also "Drugs"
- A Discussion About Alcohol and Student Exchange - A Discussion with SAFETI Project Director and SAFETI Newsletter Editor Gary Rhodes and Joel Epstein, Director of Special Projects, Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention.
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- U.S. State Department: Arrest - A description of assistance provided by the Department of State to Americans arrested abroad.
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- See "Money and Banking"
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- See also "Passports"
- Where to Write for Vital Statistics - Government website that lists vital statistics offices by state, where the public can apply to receive information on births, deaths, marriages and divorces.
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- See "Health"
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- See also "Nonverbal Communication"
- See also "Time Zones"
- Country & City Dialing Codes - This site provides dialing access numbers (country codes) for international calls to or from any country in the world.
- Global Phone Cards - Tips on how to keep in touch internationally with phone cards.
- United States Post Office - Information on services provided by the U.S. Postal Service and tips on mail security.
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- Goabroad.com Embassy Search - Database full of contact information for embassies worldwide, including U.S. embassies in all countries as well as foreign embassies in the U.S. This site also has information on a host of other topics ranging from calling cards to eco-adventures.
- Embassies and Consulates Worldwide - Links to U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.
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CIA World Factbook - Find detailed information about all the world's countries here.
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- Top Ten Ways to Not Become a Victim of Crime - This SAFETI Newsletter article provides students with tips on avoiding crime around the world.
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- SAFETI Adaptation of Peace Corps Resources - The following resources were adapted from Peace Corps documents about responding to crises, developing an emergency action plan, personal safety and awareness, and risk management.
- Crisis Abroad - What the State Department Does: Answers the question: What can the State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs do for Americans caught in a disaster or a crisis abroad?
- Crisis Preparedness - The following information may be helpful to you in preparing for a crisis abroad. While some of the material was designed by other U.S. Government agencies for a crisis occurring in the United States, the guidance about preparedness may be useful to Americans making plans for similar emergencies abroad.
- Crisis Awareness and Preparedness - Tips on how to keep informed during a crisis, including information on disaster victims and disaster relief.
- Services and Information for Americans Abroad - Help and emergency services for American citizens abroad.
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- University of the Pacific: What's Up With Culture - A website that takes you through each step in preparing yourself for the experience of cultural immersion in a foreign country.
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- Culture Grams - An online database of information about cultures around the world.
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The American Expatriate Guide to Life in LondonThis page is designed for those people who are either planning to relocate to London or are newly "seconded" expatriates. This site is designed to help facilitate your transition into the UK.
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Tales from a Small Planet - Information about being an expatriate in many different countries - both practical and cultural information.
- Trying to Understand Brazil
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Glimpse: Culture - Glimpse Magazine offers stories of culture differences experiences written by students and others who were abroad in a variety of countries.
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Glimpse: Friendship and Love - Stories of culture differences experiences pertaining to friendship and love.
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Glimpse: Study Abroad - Culture articles specifically involving study abroad students.
- University of North Texas
- University of Northern Iowa
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Politeness and Etiquette around the world - From the Canadian government's Agri-Food trade service, the International Business Etiquette Internet Sourcebook provides information about etiquette around the world and is useful not only for businesspeople but also for anyone traveling to different countries..
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- UC Irvine Center for International Education: Culture Shock! Easing Adjustment - Suggestions and advice for dealing with culture shock.
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- See "Money and Banking"
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- U.S. Customs - Information all travelers should know before they enter or leave the U.S.
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- See "Internet"
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- The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange: Opening Doors to International Opportunities - SAFETI On-line Newsletter article by Pamela Houston, Former Project Assistant to the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange.
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Disability travel and recreation resources -Comprehensive site for travelers with a sizeable list of links.
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Mobility International -Site of the National Clearinghouse on disability and exchange; opportunities for international exchange as well as information useful to travelers.
- Canadian Transportation Agency Accessible Transportation - How to make your special needs known and get them met, while taking necessary safety precautions.
- CDC Information for Travelers with Disabilities - Ways for students with special needs to have as much access as possible while abroad.
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- Voicing Concern About Discrimination Abroad - SAFETI On-line Newsletter article by Christa Sanders, Co-Founder of Voices of Change, gives a country-specific example of discrimination encountered abroad.
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- See also "Health"
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - From the National Center for Infectious Diseases, this site provides information on diseases that can affect travelers.
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- See also "Alcohol"
- U.S. State Department Bureau of Consular Affairs: Travel Warning on Drugs Abroad - Details the penalties for drug possession and what the U.S. consular officers can and cannot do for you in the event you are arrested.
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- See "Crisis"
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Emergency Action Plan (E.A.P.)
- See "Crisis"
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- U.S. State Department: Bureau of Consular Affairs: Foreign Entry Requirements - This site contains brief descriptions of entry requirements for several countries.
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- CDC Environmental Health - This site gives advice on how to deal with environmental hazards ranging from hurricanes to air pollution.
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- See "Finding a Program"
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- See "Air Travel"
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- See also "Scholarships"
- The Financial Aid Page - links to scholarship searches and comprehensive listing of financial aid information.
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The Student Guide - Department of Education publishes a guide each year on the eligibility requirements on various federal aid programs.
- Fast Web - This service provides a free customized list of financial aid sources including private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants, and loans.
- StudyAbroad.com - Directory of various financial aid programs and websites for study abroad.
- Study Abroad Student Guide - Information about financial aid programs for students studying abroad.
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- Financial Issues - From the University of the Pacific’s Cross Cultural Training Student Guide, this site gives advice about budgeting, currency exchange, credit cards, and transferring money.
- Study Abroad Parent Guide - Financial Information - Financial information geared towards parents, but useful for students as well.
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- See also "Programs"
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Who Runs Your Program? -A resource of The Center for Global Education. Provides an explanation of program structures and ownership. This should be the first step in choosing a study abroad program.
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Worldwide Colleges and Universities -A resource of The Center for Global Education. The site provides web links to colleges and universities around the world.
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Programs Abroad - A resource of The Center for Global Education. The site provides an extensive listing with links to programs abroad, including internship, research, service learning and volunteer, study and work abroad programs.
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Finding a Quality Program - A resource of The Center for Global Education. The site provides a tool to search for a study abroad program by country and by major.
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Sarah's Wish -This site provides helpful safety tips on things to remember when looking for a study abroad program provider.
- International Education of Students - Homepage for the Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) which provides guidelines for evaluating study abroad programs.
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Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Travelers
- Lesbigay (SIG) - NAFSA's Association of International Educators, Lesbigay Special Interest Group's site dedicated to lesbians, bisexuals, and gay students traveling abroad.
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- See "Travel Guidebooks"
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- See "Sexual Harassment and Assault"
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- CDC Traveler’s Health - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Environmental Health - Advice on how to deal with environmental hazards ranging from hurricanes to air pollution.
- Health Topics: A-Z - A continually updated list of disease and health topics.
- Regional Health Advisories - A list by destination of the epidemics, diseases, and common infections.
- U.S. Centers for Disease control and Prevention Information - SAFETI Online Newsletter article offering travel health resources for students studying abroad.
- Pre-departure Health Training Handbook - Introduction to safety concerns to think about before departing.
- Health Issues - From the University of the Pacific’s Cross Cultural Training Student Guide, this site contains advice about Insurance, Medical Care, Prescriptions, Immunizations, Diseases, Food and Water. Please scroll down past “Financial Issues” for health information.
- Parents, Pills, and Pandering - Information for both parents and students about health abroad. (PDF file)
- Travel Clinic - Information on travel related health matters.
- National Mental Health Association: College Student and Depression Fact Sheets - This site provides a brief background on issues related to college student mental health issues.
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- U.S. State Department: Services and Information for Americans Abroad - Help and support for American Citizens abroad.
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- See "Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Travelers"
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- See "Health"
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- StudyAbroad.com Handbook: Insurance - Brief three point guideline for obtaining appropriate health insurance.
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- See also "Work Abroad"
- Intern Abroad - Country and career specific guide to finding internships overseas.
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World Health Organization - International Travel and Health information, including vaccination Requirements and Health Advice.
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United Nations - Official site of the United Nations.
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UNESCO - Official site of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
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The World Bank -Official site of the World Bank. Learn about its mission and activities.
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Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Information on international security, global issues, travel advice, and country-specific information useful for all travelers, not just Australians.
- Canada: Consular Affairs: Department of Foreign Trade and International Affairs - Travel Information and advisory reports for countries on all seven continents—useful for all travelers, not just Canadians.
- Bon Voyage, But… - Things to think about before you go abroad.
- New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Country: Travel Reports - An assessment of threats to personal safety resulting from “political unrest, lawlessness, violence, natural disasters, epidemics or anti-Western demonstrations.”
- United Kingdom: Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Country specific travel advice, tips and answers to frequently asked questions helpful for travelers of all nationalities, not just the British.
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- Cybercafe Search Engine - If you need access to the internet, this site can help you find out where the nearest cyber cafe is to your study abroad location.
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Language Learning and Information
- Language and Liability: The Linguistic Dimension of Health and Safety Abroad - SAFETI On-line Newsletter article by Rodney Sangste, Regional Director of the University of California Education Abroad Program.
- Language Learning - Site sponsored by the University of California at Berkeley that tells where to find software for computer-assisted language learning.
- iLove Languages - A Catalog of language-related internet resources.
- The Translator's Home Companion - Information about resources available on the Internet and elsewhere for translators, interpreters, and all those interested in the arts and crafts of foreign languages.
- Your Dictionary - Dictionary, thesaurus, and simple word translator.
- Albis - Vocabulary learning system for various languages. Requires registration (free).
- Language Specific Sites
- African Languages
- Arabic Language
- Chinese Language
- Finish Language
- French Language
- German Language
- Greek Language
- Hebrew Language
- Italian Language
- Japanese Language
- Portuguese Language
- Russian Language
- Spanish Language
- Various Languages
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- U.S. State Department: Arrest, U.S. Department of State Office of the Legal Adviser - Furnishes advice on all legal issues, domestic and international.
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- See "Communication"
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- See also "Stress"
- National Mental Health Association: Tips on Dealing with Depression in College - Steps on how to recover from depression for college students.
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Screening for Mental Health, Inc. - Provides resources for nationwide mental health screening programs and to support cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings.
- US Department of Health and Human Services - This site provides information about US Government resources to support mental health for those who have been affected by a disaster.
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- See "Subway"
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- See also "Underrepresented Students"
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Underrepresented Populations in Education Abroad - Directory of resources for information regarding underrepresented populations going abroad from the U.S.
- AllAbroad - A resource designed for students of diverse backgrounds, their parents, and administrators.
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American Express Travelers' Cheques - Buy Travelers Checks online and learn more about other travel cash solutions.
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Costs: from the Study Abroad Handbook by Bill Hoffa - Informative handbook, covering financial aid, budgets, currency exchange, credit cards, etc.
- Mastercard ATM locator - Buy Travelers Checks online and learn more about other travel cash solutions.
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Oanda.com - Currency Converter.
- GOCURRENCY Currency Converter - Another great site for telling what the current exchange rates are for nearly every nation’s currency.
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The Full Universal Currency Converter - Converts currencies from a variety of different countries at the current exchange rate.
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Visa ATM locator - Another ATM Locator for finding machines in the Visa, Visa Electron, and Plus Networks worldwide.
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People's Daily (China)
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Le Monde (France)
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La Presse (France)
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Rhein Zeitung (Germany)
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Der Spiegel (Germany)
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Ha'aretz (Israel)
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Achla (Israel)
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La Repubblica(Italy)
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Yomiuri Shinbun (Japan)
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Mainichi Shinbun (Japan)
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Journal de Noticias (Portugal)
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Diario Do Grande ABC (Brazil)
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Pravda (Russia)
- ABC (Spain)
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Reforma (Spain)
- Onlinenewspapers.com
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Aspects of Nonverbal Communication - Article on nonverbal communication involving Multiple Countries
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Keep your hands to yourself - Fun and informative quiz involving nonverbal communication in multiple countries.
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South American Gestures - Article on nonverbal communication in South America in general
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Asian Gestures - Overview of general nonverbal communication and gestures of Asia
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- Advice for Parents: Frequently Asked Questions - SAFETI Newsletter article by William Hoffa, which helps parents participate in their student’s study abroad experience.
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- See also "Birth Certificate Information"
- Passport Issuing Office - Lists the government offices near you which issue passports and answer passport-related questions.
- U.S. State Department and Passport Services - Extensive information on passports, passport services, restrictions, fees, where to apply for a passport, etc.
- Passport Services and Information: How to Apply In Person - Detailed list on the documents and procedures necessary to establish time and location of birth in the case that no birth certificate exists.
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- See "Health"
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- Goabroad.com - Provides information about various study abroad programs.
- IIEPassport - Provides information about various study abroad programs.
- Peterson's - Provides information about various study abroad programs.
- StudyAbroad.com - Provides information about various study abroad programs.
- Transitions Abroad - Offers affordable alternatives to vacationing abroad, such as work and study abroad.
- Stanford University Overseas Resource Center - Tips on how to make your study abroad experience count practically.
- CIEE - Available opportunities for study and work abroad.
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- See "Culture Shock"
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- Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT) - Offers road travel reports, seasonal hazards, safety tips and common driver behaviors for various countries.
- OECD: International Road Traffic and Accident Database - Gives statistics on road fatalities and road-related injuries by country.
- U.S. State Department: Road Safety Overseas - This site contains reports on international road safety and international driving.
- United Nations Road Accident Statistics - Provides road accident statistics by country for persons killed or injured.
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- See "Safety"
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- Inter-Organizational Task Force Guidelines - A task force of study abroad administrators developed a set of guidelines, which include fourteen points of responsibilities for program administrators.
- Overseas Citizens Services Tips for Students - Advice to students on how to prepare for a safe experience abroad, and descriptions of services the U.S. Department of State can provide.
- Peace Corps’ Approach To Safety And Security - A SAFETI newsletter article providing information about safety from the perspective of the U.S. Peace Corps.
- Personal Safety Overseas: Safety Tips for Overseas Travel, An Update - This article provides important safe travel safety tips.
- SAFETI Online Newsletter: Personal Safety Overseas - Practical listing of measures to take to help ensure a safe travel experience, includes information on high jacking and kidnapping.
- SAFETI Resources for Program Administrators: Limiting or Eliminating High-risk Activities - Links to resources covering the dangers and management of high risk activities.
- Safety Concerns - From the University of the Pacific’s Cross Cultural Training Student Guide, this site gives advice about local and national laws, tips for securing valuables, security measures to reduce risk, crime, violence and terrorism and some common sense precautions. Please scroll down past “Financial Issues” and “Health Issues” for safety information.
- Sara's Wish - This site provides helpful safety tips on things to remember when traveling abroad.
- STA Travel Rail Safety Tips - This site provides students with tips regarding any train travel while in the U.S.
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- See also "Financial Aid"
- Department of State Fulbright Program - Since 1946, the Department of State Fulbright Program has funded U.S. students and faculty to study and/or conduct research in other countries, in order to foster mutual understanding between nations.
- National Security Education Program - The National Security Education Program (NSEP) funds U.S. students to study and/or conduct research in other countries, to educate Americans in cross-cultural and global issues and strengthen U.S. economic competitiveness and national security.
- Rotary International - Rotary International provides scholarships to students to study/research abroad and act as “ambassadors of goodwill.
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- Sexual Harassment and Prevention in College Students Studying Abroad - SAFETI On-line Newsletter article by Nancy Newport, Licensed Professional Counselor and Consultant to the Peace Corps.
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- STDs - Official government website of the Center for Disease Control, contains links to information on AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.
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- See also "Mental Health"
- American College Health Association: Mental Health Links - Provides links to useful resouces for college student mental health issues.
- Maintaining Mental and Emotional Health - SAFETI Adaptation of Peace Corps Resources about stress, adjustment, choices, and seeking help.
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- See also "Travel"
- Subway Navigator - A virtual tour of subway routes for all major cities throughout the world.
- Japan Railways Group - Information about JR train lines, Japan's main railway group, including ticket fares, "smart cards", etc.
- HYPERDIA-timetable - Digital timetable and course and fare search for Japan's trains and subways.
- MTR Corporation - One of Hong Kong's railway companies.
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- U.S. State Department Bureau of Consular Affairs: Important Telephone Numbers - List of important telephone numbers for overseas citizens: who to call in case of robbery, arrest, detention, abduction, crisis, or death abroad.
- 911 Dispatch Numbers - List of emergency numbers around the world.
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- Understanding Terrorism’s Impact on Study-Abroad Programs - A SAFETI Newsletter article that helps put terrorism's impact on study abroad into perspective.
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- TimeAndDate.com - Provides all time zones and running, up-to-date clocks for all capital cities.
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- Altavista Translator - A helpful site for on-the-spot translations of words, phrases and paragraphs into a long list of world languages.
- Travlang - A site dedicated to quick translations of words and phrases commonly used by travelers.
- Rikai - A compilation of Japanese news with English pop-up translations and translation tool.
- PopJisyo - A Japanese to English translation site with word-by-word pop-up translations.
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- See also "Subways and Trains"
- Tourism Offices Worldwide Directory - This site lists official government tourism offices, visitor bureaus and chambers of commerce worldwide.
- US Department of State - Everything you need regarding traveling abroad
- Kasbah.com - this site claims to be the world’s largest travel guide and shows the not-to-be-missed highlights of major cities around the world.
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- Travel Document Systems - More detailed information about entry requirements.
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- Frommers Budget Travel Online - Publishes a variety of travel books and magazines.
- Let's Go - Site of the publisher of another one of the most popular student guidebooks on the market today, with links on where to buy.
- Lonely Planet's Guidebooks - Site of the publisher of one of the most popular student guidebooks on the market today, with links on where to buy.
- Rough Guides guidebooks - A travel site covering topics from world music to e-books.
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- Cheaptickets.com - Online Airfare Provider.
- DiscountAirfares.com - Online Airfare Provider.
- Eurail - Provider of discounted rail passes, covering travel in 17 different countries in Europe.
- Lowestfare.com - Online Airfare Provider.
- Microsoft: Expedia - Online Airfare Provider.
- Priceline.com - Online Airfare Provider, purchase by ticket bidding only.
- Rail Europe - European rail and rail/auto pass vendor.
- STA Travel - A student travel agency offering discounted air and rail fares, as well as the International Student Identity Card (ISIC).
- Japan Railways Group: Rail Passes - Offers various rail passes for JR lines in Japan.
- Octopus Card - Hong Kong's "smart card" for travelling by railways, ferries, buses, as well as other uses.
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- Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Information on travel advisories for specific countries. Helpful to all travelers, not just Australians.
- Canada: Consular Affairs: Department of Foreign Trade and International Affairs - Information on travel advisories for specific countries. Helpful to all travelers, not just Canadians.
- U.S. State Department Travel Warnings and Consular Information Sheets - Lots of information about every country in the world including travel warnings, public announcements, terrorist activity, political disturbances, and country entry requirements.
- Travel Warnings and Consular Information Sheets - Travel warnings, consular information sheets and public announcements.
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- Transportation Security Administration - Official government site providing security tips for air travelers.
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- See also "Minority Students"
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Resources to Support Underrepresented Students - The Center for Global Education's links to organizations, resources, and scholarships that support academic advancement for underrepresented groups.
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- CDC Vaccination Information - From the National Center for Infectious Diseases, critical information on what vaccinations are necessary or suggested before traveling to certain countries.
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- Peace Corps Homepage - Guide to Peace Corps opportunities.
- Volunteer Abroad - A country-specific guide to volunteering overseas.
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- Federal Voting Program - Provides links to state voting officials, state voting requirements and forms to register absentee and request ballots.
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- Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Tips for Women Travelers - Identifies certain risks and hazards for women travelers, such as traveling alone, public breastfeeding and dress codes.
- JourneyWoman.com - Travel tips geared toward women, including everything from personal travel stories to what to wear.
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- See also "Intern Abroad"
- University of California at Irvine International Opportunities Office - Guide to international work and internship opportunties
- Working Abroad - Resource for finding career and volunteer positions abroad.
- Teach abroad - Guide to international teaching positions.
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