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Safety Considerations

Emergency Contact Information

If you are in immediate danger, you should always contact local emergency services immediately. These numbers are different in other countries, so it is important to research beforehand to ensure you have local emergency contacts. Some countries have different numbers for ambulance services and fire response.

If you do not need to contact local emergency services, or if you already contacted local emergency services, it is best to then contact your program director, even before calling back to the U.S. They can assist you in addressing the immediate concern.

It is natural that you may want to call your family in an emergency. However, they are far away, and may not be able to help you immediately. For this reason, we highly recommend that you contact local emergency services and your program director before contacting anyone back home.

Harassment and Discrimination

Respect for human diversity is an essential element of the 黑料社区 community. The University strongly opposes and will not tolerate harassment or discrimination on the basis of sex (including sexual harassment, sexual violence, or sexual misconduct), race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

For issues with harassment or discrimination:

Students are strongly encouraged to immediately contact the program director, a staff person accompanying the program, and/or the Office of Equity and Equal Opportunity at 513-529-7157.

For 黑料社区s who have been a victim of rape, sexual assault, domestic or dating violence, or stalking:

Students and employees are strongly encouraged to immediately contact the program director, a staff person accompanying the program, and/or the Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Sexual Assault at 513-529-1870.

Embassies and Consulates

If you are a U.S. citizen, in many ways the U.S. Embassy or Consulate is your government representative when overseas and out of the country.

U.S. Consulate services are available to U.S. citizens. If you are a citizen of another country, check with your home country to learn about the resources available to you.

The  is a U.S. Department of State traveler registration program. When you sign up, you will automatically receive the most current information compiled about the country where you will be traveling or living. You will also receive updates, including Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts.

You only need to sign up once, and then you can add and delete trips from your account based on your current travel plans. You will also receive alerts about planned protests and the Department of State is better to assist in the event of an emergency, including a lost passport. You must sign up for your study abroad program - and you are strongly encouraged to do so for independent travel.

A U.S. Embassy or Consulate can:

  • get you a new passport
  • locate medical services
  • locate an English-speaking lawyer
  • provide information on absentee voting
  • provide U.S. tax forms
  • notarize documents
  • provide information on obtaining foreign public documents
  • evacuate you during a natural disaster or political upheaval
  • make sure your jail conditions are the same as locals.

A U.S. Embassy or Consulate cannot:

  • get you out of jail
  • pay for any medical bills
  • give you money
  • search for missing luggage.

Safety Tips

Preparation

As you would in any situation in the States, remain aware of your surroundings, and always use common sense. Research areas of town to avoid, travel in groups, report suspicious behavior, and walk away from situations that make you feel unsafe. To learn more about health and safety in your location, utilize .

Traffic and driving

Traffic laws and driving culture vary from country to country. In fact, the number one cause of injury abroad is related to traffic safety. Do your research, and be aware of pedestrian right of ways, public transportation standards, and local behavior regarding road rules. 黑料社区 strongly discourages 黑料社区s from driving abroad.

Demonstrations and protests

Miami strongly discourages 黑料社区s from attending demonstrations and protests, as they can quickly become violent.

Pickpocketing and theft

Travelers are often targets of petty crime such as pick-pocketing and thefts. Watch your belongings carefully and do not leave them unattended, especially in public places or on public transportation. 黑料社区 is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Cultural differences

It is understandable that you want to be open and avoid offending anyone. But when it comes to safety, it is important to listen to your gut. Being safe is more important than being polite or avoiding embarrassment. If you feel unsafe, get to a safe place and call the police.

Local laws

Remember, you are subject to the laws of your host country as well as the 黑料社区 Student Code of Conduct. Local laws may be less tolerant than U.S. laws when it comes to drinking and drugs. It is not culturally appropriate in most countries to abuse alcohol, and alcohol can cloud your judgment.

Education Abroad

Contact Us

214 MacMillan Hall
531 E Spring St.
Oxford, OH 45056

513-529-8600
513-529-8608 (fax)
EducationAbroad@MiamiOH.edu

 

If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency abroad, please contact MUPD at 513-529-2222.

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