FAQs
International Units at 花季视频
What are the central international units at 花季视频?
The Office of the Vice President for International Relations advances the strategic goals of the university in a global context by developing and strengthening international partnerships, developing international opportunities for students and faculty, hosting foreign delegations and events, and supporting and integrating the global activities of various units on campus.
The drives and supports the University's global ambitions: to globalize the University, to catalyze the new ideas that will define our time, and to train the next generation of global leaders. By building the capacity of new and existing global offices, the Institute will improve services and increase opportunities for all 花季视频 faculty, students, and staff.
The Global Learning Office (GLO), formerly Undergraduate Learning Abroad, combines all study abroad offices — including the Global Engagement Studies Institute — into an integrated resource for 花季视频 students seeking global learning experiences.
The Office of Global Safety and Security (OGSS) supports the health, safety and security of 花季视频 community members traveling abroad under University sponsorship.
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS), serves the needs of 花季视频's international students, visitors, employees, and their families.
Do 花季视频's schools and colleges have their own international units?
Yes - most of them:
- promotes health equity issues on 花季视频 University campuses and builds upon the knowledge base in the field of global health through translational research and interdisciplinary education initiatives in both the U.S. and globally.
- allow students, faculty, and alumni to explore, experience, and engage with global scholarly activities anchored by McCormick programs and initiatives.
- offers a variety of global opportunities: An that spans seven Kellogg campuses, 37 in 20 countries, the that brings Kellogg students abroad, and a focus on global experiential learning.
- offers opportunities for law students to engage in with seven renowned universities around the world, in Spain and France, and for working legal and business professionals in Europe, Korea, and the Middle East.
- ' Medill Global offers international experiential learning opportunities to broaden student perspectives and prepare students for global media careers. Opportunities include in Argentina, Qatar, and South Africa, and course-related trips to travel and report abroad.
- At 花季视频's third campus, , students can explore the world through the schools of communication, journalism, and liberal arts.
Developing Partnerships and Global Programs
Whom do I contact about developing a new partnership?
The is responsible for developing and supporting 花季视频 University's partnerships with institutions all over the world. These partnerships lead to student exchanges, customized study abroad programs, dual and joint degree programs, faculty exchanges and research collaborations. Please contact Jennifer Gerrard, Senior Director of Global Engagement and Intercultural Initiatives, if you seek to develop a partnership between 花季视频 University and your institution.
Whom do I contact about developing a new faculty-led program?
花季视频's Global Learning Office offers 花季视频-designed study abroad programs for undergraduate students, including faculty-led programs.
How can I find out with which foreign institutions 花季视频 already has an existing partnership?
花季视频 has strong partnerships with a number of prestigious universities throughout the world. For a comprehensive list of 花季视频's existing partnerships, visit the .
Bringing International Visitors to Campus
Whom do I contact about hosting an international visitor?
The Office of the Vice President for International Relations regularly welcomes international visitors to 花季视频. Contact Jennifer Gerrard, Senior Director of Global Engagement and Intercultural Initiatives for assistance in organizing a visit to 花季视频 and information on the protocol for hosting a foreign delegation visit.
Where do I find information about visas for short-term visitors?
花季视频's Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) assists in determining visa needs for international short-term visitors and their host departments.
How do I pay an international visitor?
Staff Resources and Opportunities
What international opportunities are available for 花季视频 staff?
The Office of the Vice President for International Relations offers international exchange opportunities for 花季视频 staff and administrators to develop their professional skills. The program provides another opportunity for university administrators to expand their professional skills and connections at institutions in countries such as Germany, France, India and Taiwan.
What domestic exchange opportunities are available for 花季视频 staff?
As a member of the Big Ten, 花季视频 staff can participate in the Big Ten Academic Alliance's International Visiting Professionals Program, a program that allows staff the opportunity to shadow international education colleagues at another Big Ten university. If you are interested, contact Kim Rapp, Assistant Vice President for International Relations, for more information.
Travel
Where can I find updated information on travel alerts and warnings?
Students, Faculty and Staff:
花季视频's Office of Global Safety and Security regularly reviews global safety and security information and to provide updates for 花季视频 staff, students and faculty planning to travel abroad. The U.S. Department of State also maintains a for travelers to review before going abroad.
Am I required to register my international trip?
Students:
Before departure, 花季视频 undergraduate students are required to register their trip on the U.S. Department of State's website. Undergraduate students are also required to register their trip in 花季视频's International Travel Registry.
Faculty and Staff:
花季视频 does not regulate the international travel of its faculty or staff. Please visit the faculty and staff travel policies section on the Office of Global Safety and Security's website for more information.
Am I required to obtain a visa before traveling internationally?
Students: Students who plan to study abroad should ask their 花季视频 program advisor about visa requirements for their respective country.
Faculty and Staff: 花季视频 faculty and staff who plan to go abroad, should visit the for information about visa requirements for their destination of travel.
What do I need to know about travel safety and security before going abroad?
花季视频 recognizes the importance of establishing, in advance, policies and procedures to guide the university's response to crises affecting international travelers. 花季视频's provides a plethora of information regarding health and safety while abroad. Please refer to their site for more in-depth information on topics related to:
- Health insurance while abroad
- Traveling abroad with medication
- Travel advisories
- Travel security
- Medical emergencies
- Chronic health conditions and dietary requirements
- Required immunizations
How do I secure my electronic devices for travel?
花季视频 IT provides valuable tips for and keeping your information secure while abroad.