Insurance
This is the health insurance company which provides international insurance to all of SUNY.
What is United Healthcare?
This is an important aspect of wellness, often overlooked.
What is mental/emotional wellbeing?
This app is a communication essential for the international traveler.
What is WhatsApp?
The feeling of disorientation experienced by someone who is suddenly subjected to an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of attitudes.
What is culture shock?
This is the top cause of death for Americans abroad.
What is drowning?
Coverage limit for UHC international insurance.
What is unlimited?
The age to do this is lower in many countries than in the US.
What is drink alcohol?
Don't forget to inform this entity before traveling abroad.
What is your bank (and credit card company!)
Is more than traditions, dress, language, and food, also includes deep-seated beliefs and assumptions about the world and how to approach it.
What is the definition of culture?
Watch out for this especially when traveling in cities and touristy areas.
What is pickpocketing?
Your insurance pays for this in the event of a medical emergency or a political/natural disaster.
What is evacuation/repatriation?
Who you can call outside of office hours in the event of a mental health crisis.
What is Counseling Services crisis line? (+1-315-470-4716)
You'll want to bring one of these in order to charge your electronics.
What is a plug adapter? (different from a voltage converter!)
The emotional and psychological distress suffered by some people when they return home after spending time living overseas.
What is reverse culture shock?
This US department ranks all world countries on a scale of 1-4, indicating safety.
What is the Department of State?
UHC health insurance is NOT the same as this other type of insurance.
What is trip insurance/travel insurance?
This US department informs travelers about vaccinations and health concerns for their destination.
What is the CDC (Center for Disease Control)?
Make sure to request this ahead of time so you can vote from abroad.
What is an absentee ballot?
A good way to learn more about your host culture.
What is ask respectful questions?
The 24/7 number you can call to reach someone at ESF's University Police department.
What is +1-315-470-6667 (or 6666)?
How you can make a doctor's appointment abroad, locate a nearby hospital, or learn about medication restrictions in your host country.
What is by calling UHC?
The best way to transport prescription medications (2 part answer).
What is in your carry-on bag in their original containers?
The person(s) you should contact if you need to change your courses while abroad.
Who are your advisor and OIE?
Touching someone's head in Thailand, showing someone the sole of your foot in many Arab countries, or women wearing shorts in the Vatican are all examples of this.
What are cultural taboos?
What you should do if you encounter a large demonstration or other crowd.
What is safely leave the situation?