Internationalization and Risk Management

1. Internationalizationand Risk Management Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

2. Session Goals Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

3. What is risk? Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management Risk: Uncertainty/Potential for variable outcomes Potential Risks Associated with International Travel • Emotional stress, culture shock • Physical violence, medical emergency • Institutional reputation • Financial loss, litigation, claims

4. Why is Risk Management needed? Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management To protect the health, safety, and welfare of students, faculty/staff, and the institution

5. Benefits of Risk Management Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

6. Infusing Risk Management with Study Abroad Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Feasibility Proposal • Assess the academic fit and the institutional fit of the location Site and Safety Visit Designed to evaluate institutional practices • Review on-site orientation • Assess access to health care and medical facilities • Assess location • Assess student services • Evaluate student accommodations

7. Student Documentation Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Faculty Recommendations Study Abroad Certification Study Abroad Health Statement Registration with Department of State STEP program

8. Student Documentation Cont. Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Flight Itinerary Permission for Emergency Treatment Study Abroad Handbook (details policies and procedures) Health Insurance Copy of Passport Statement of Financial Responsibly

9. Student Pre-Departure Orientation Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

10. Faculty Director Risk Management Meeting Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

11. Insurance Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

12. Relevant Web Links Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management • www.state.gov • www.cdc.gov • www.internationalstudies.ilstu.edu • www.riskmanagement.ilstu.edu

13. Questions? Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management