Know Before You Go

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  • Know Before You Go

Read through the following resources, tools and ways to help you prepare for your study abroad/away program.

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Pre-Departure Essentials

Pre-Departure Essentials

Understand the essentials of studying abroad/away before your departure.

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Identity Resources

Identity Resources

The Smith Center fully supports diverse identities for studying abroad/away!

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Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Before departure make sure you understand health and safety aspects of studying abroad/away!

Finding Your Support System
Play Video Finding Your Support System

Finding Your Support System

Studying abroad/away forces you to cope with an entire different lifestyle, academic demands, financial needs, pressure to balance coursework and explore.  Finding your support system while you are studying abroad/away is important and can help in managing your social, emotional, and physical health.  Watch the video to find out how other Oles were able to find support while they were abroad/away.