True or False?
Money Matters
SMART Traveler
Cultural Transitions
Health and Wellness
100
Maintaining a buddy system is the best way to ensure safety.
True. DO NOT leave friends alone in strange places, and share location information with trusted friends and family. (Find my Friends).
100
How much money should you bring on hand BEFORE you depart for your host country.
It is recommended to take out $100-$150 dollars in your foreign currency for emergency purposes.
100
What is the required app that students must download that gives location specific safety and security alerts?
AlertTraveler.
100
The best way to describe cultural transitions is that it is a spinning ...
Wheel
100
In the event you do not feel well, who is your first point of contact?
The on-site staff or your program leader.
200
You do not need a cell phone plan when you are in your host country.
False. The GEO must be able to contact you at a moment's notice while abroad. A cell phone plan is important in the event that communication is needed.
200
You should order local currency how many weeks before your departure?
3-4 weeks in advance.
200
What are electronic devices/plug ins that you SHOULD NOT bring to your host country?
Electric toothbrushes and compatible hair products. You could create an electrical fire hazard, damage your products or blow a fuse.
200
Besides the student, who else has the potential to face a cultural transition?
The parent/guardian. The PDO had a specific section regarding the importance of the mental health of the parent equally as the mental health of the student.
200
What is the name of the app which has your health insurance while in your host country?
TELUSHeathStudent
300
The currency used in London is the Euro.
False. The currency in the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling.
300
If expecting a refund from the Financial Aid Office, when should you contact the FAO to arrange to receive the refund?
All students expecting a refund MUST contact Sheila at least a month prior to departure
300
What is a crucial document you should always have on you?
Any form of ID. (Drivers License, Passport, Photo ID, School ID).
300
Cultural adjustments is best described as ...
A trial and error period of making conscious and unconscious decisions regarding navigating daily life in a host culture.
300
Fill in the blank: If the issue can wait 24 hours, it is most likely not a ______.
Crisis/emergency.
400
You should only bring original copies of important documents with you throughout your trip.
False. Make and keep a printed copy of important documents, such as IDs (e.g., passport, visa). Send to your family, print for yourself, and email to yourself/keep photo on your phone.
400
What common credit card service in the United States is not commonly accepted in European countries?
Discover card is not widely accepted in European countries. Stick to Visa/Mastercard.
400
What is the first thing you should do when you arrive in your host country?
Update your parent/guardian and trusted ones that you arrived at your country safe.
400
Name a term related to cultural transitions.
cultural surprise, cultural exploration, cultural adjustment, cultural conflict, cultural fatigue, cultural stress.
400
If bringing prescriptions, what steps should you take to ensure you can bring your prescription abroad?
Contact your PCP to determine the medication name in your host country and if that medication is legal. Requesting a "vacation override" is recommended. (AND ALWAYS BRING PRESCRIPTIONS IN THE OG CONTAINER AND A COPY OF THE PRESCRIPTION WITH YOU).
500
Sorrento and Florence are the most ancient locations of all the study abroad locations Monmouth offers.
False. Cádiz is the oldest location with a founding date of 1100 B.C.E.
500
What type of ATM should you make withdrawals out of in your host country?
An ATM connected to a Bank is your safest option to ensure that your credit card is not compromised and ensures legitimacy in all transactions.
500
Name all four apps that students are required to download pre-departure.
Travel Guard, Alert Traveler, TELUS Health Student Support, and GroupMe.
500
What is a common symptom for cultural stress?
Withdrawn behavior, excessive sleeping, higher than normal emotional responses.
500
Name two items not covered under the University's policy.
Cancelation for medical reason, cancelation for any reason, travel delays, missed connections, baggage delay, and baggage and personal items lost.