Resources

- Study in Australia website - Australian Government has announced the launch of a comprehensive website specifically for North American students considering a study abroad program in Australia.

- AIFS Student Guide to Study Abroad & Career Development - guide to planning a study abroad program to maximize the value of your experience to potential employers.

- StudyAbroad.com Handbook

- International Student Identity Card (ISIC)

- International Newspapers

- Transportation Safety Administration - Airline carry on restrictions

The TSA has implemented a new process for travelers with existing health conditions & disabilities.

             -     Currency Converter

   -    Travelex Cash Passport - The Cash Passport allows you to pre-load your travel budget
                     for use in ATMs, shops, and restaurants where Euros and Pounds are used.   You can
   load your Cash Passport with a choice of two currencies, € Euro and £ GBP. The Cash
   Passport is not connected to your bank account. It is PIN and signature protected and
                     has 24/7 Global Emergency Assistance. Students should carefully check fees,
                     currency conversion rates and "fine print" before signing up for any card.

               -    Foreign Languages for Travelers

         Programs

                     -   Shepherd University Faculty-led Study Abroad Opportunities -
See How to Choose a Study Abroad Program: Program Types

                      -   AIFS: American Institute for Foreign Study

- API: Academic Programs International

                    -   AustraLearn ~ AsiaLearn ~ EuroLearn

                     -   CIS: Center for International Studies

                     -   Global Learning Semesters

                   -   ISA: International Studies Abroad

                     -    ISEP: International Student Exchange Program
                            Shepherd works with WVU for ISEP Programs.
                                   APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR ISEP:
                                 Fall programs - January 15
   Spring programs - September 1
                                 You MUST consult with the Shepherd Study Abroad Office several weeks
                                   prior to applying for an ISEP placement.

                 -    KEI: Knowledge Exchange Institute

- Amizade

- WVU Office of International Programs ~ WVU Exchange & Mountaineer Abroad are open to

                            Shepherd students

                    - IIEPassport

                - StudyAbroad.com

                  - GoAbroad.com

                    - Study in Europe - European Commission

            Health & Safety

               -    Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) from the U.S. Department of State

- Students Abroad - U. S. State Department

- U.S. State Department Travel Tips

- U.S. Consular Info. Sheets

- Global Travel Warnings

- Travelers' Health: Centers for Disease Control

- Know Before You Go - Safety Video

- Health and Safety Abroad - A comprehensive video series by Dr. Frank Gillingham, medical director for HTH Worldwide, designed to help study abroad students prepare for their experience. The series covers how to address, avoid or manage common health and safety issues.

                -   SAFETI Student Handbook

                - SelectWisely - Food and Travel Translation cards for allergies and medical issues

                -   Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT) - The safest traveler is the
                       well-informed traveler. Prepare yourself by visiting the links below to learn about
   country-specific road safety conditions, access ASIRT road safety resources,
                       and become a member of one of our road safety programs.

- WVUH-East/Business Health ~ for immunizations, travel health questions, etc.

Please call for appointments and pricing information at 304-264-1247

- World Health Organization (WHO)

- Transportation Safety

Culture Shock & Transition Adjustment

- What's Up with Culture

- Worldwide Classroom

- Duncan Mason's Culture Shock Page

- Realities of Culture Adjustment

Diversity

- DiversityAbroad.com

- LGBT