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Pre-departure Information


pre-departureOne of the greatest challenges for a study abroad adviser or faculty leader is to make sure that their students are well prepared for the many concerns that will come up as they make plans to go abroad. Despite the numerous meetings you may have with students before their departure, not everything that needs to be addressed will probably actually be covered. Therefore, the importance of a well‐planned pre‐departure orientation is invaluable. Many routine practical issues and concerns about life abroad, and what will happen upon return, must be discussed thoroughly.

Pre‐departure orientation is not something that can be done at the check‐in desk before take‐off. We encourage you, especially if you have not ever travelled with students or abroad, to take the time to read through this handbook and plan to discuss this with your students.

The better prepared you and your students are for your study abroad experience abroad, you will have less surprises once you arrive and the more meaningful your experience will be. It should go without saying that you should try to learn as much as you can about the countries which you will visit: their language, history and culture as well as social and political conditions. There are many ways to do this: use the Internet as a great resource, read books and magazine articles, talk with people form there and who have been there etc. As Socrates said, "The innocent eye sees nothing."

Although we have tried to include and update as much information as correctly as possible, the information presented for courtesy. If you have further questions, do not hesitate to contact CEPA Europe for assistance at any time.


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