[3-34] Student Pre-Departure Workshop


An orientation for student participants prior to the departure for a study away program. All workshops shall be conducted in compliance with Minnesota State Procedure 3.41.1 and facilitators shall document participation. The orientation shall include, at minimum:

  • academic and behavioral expectations,
  • applicable conduct policies and information on how participants may raise complaints including, but not limited to, sexual harassment or assault.
  • procedures on dealing with alcohol abuse, illegal drug use, and other behavioral incidents,
  • information and associated guidance on health, safety, and security precautions,
  • expectations for immunizations as required by the CDC,
  • review of communications and emergency protocols,
  • appropriate cultural information about the travel destination and adjusting to the environment, and
  • completion of all required forms.

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