Spain Orientation
Published on Feb 11, 2016
No Description
MORE DECKS TO EXPLORE
PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Spain Orientation
September 29, 2015
Agenda
- Review responsibilities
- Immediate to-do list
- After you are accepted
- Chat w/ returned students
This is your experience, and getting there is your responsibility.
I will provide...
- Guidance
- Direction
- Advice
- Instructions
I'm here to help, and I can be as involved or not involved as you need.
Your program will provide...
- Program calendar
- Handbook & details
- Arrival & orientation
- On-site assistance
- Emergency support
To Do:
- Apply to your program
- Complete course review
- Collect visa documents
Application instructions are in Elon Abroad.
Course Review
- Meet with advisor
- Learn what's offered
- Complete the form
- List for returning to Elon
Course Selection Tips
- Don't count on one specific course
- Avoid courses with a lot of math
- Take Elon Core or electives
Course Types
Program only - International student - Direct enrollment
Everywhere you want to be
Passport
Valid through December 2016
ID-style photo
Pharmacy, Wal-Mart, Camera Corner...
Photocopies
Driver's license & Phoenix Card
Cash Money
Actually a $160 U.S.P.S. money order payable to Consulate General of Spain
Return Envelope
U.S.P.S. Express Mail, addressed to you ($20)
There are other things, but don't worry about them now.
Monday, October 26
Don't miss it. More info to come.
Once You're Accepted
There's still more to do!
Once your provider confirms dates, buy your plane ticket.
Swap info if you want to fly with friends.
Just because you're going to the same city doesn't mean your dates are the same!
Pro Tips
- Have a good attitude
- Take responsibility for the experience
- Engage with your learning
You will encounter challenges. Your reaction to them will make your experience.
This is your experience. We're here to help, but we can't help if we don't know.
What is the experience you want to have?
Maximize Your Resources
- Reflect, journal, blog
- Use on-site opportunities
- Get a guide - 'Maximizing Study Abroad' or 'A Student Guide to Study Abroad'
Sometimes this will not be easy.
Many of you will encounter negative stereotypes for the first time.
Some of you will encounter different stereotypes.
Arm yourself with knowledge in advance.
When You Return
- Transcripts take a while
- They will be automatically sent to me
- Grades will be posted as soon as we get them
