Welcome!Welcome!

CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF GLOBAL ISSUESGLOBAL ISSUES

(GLOBIS) (GLOBIS)

UGA STUDY ABROADUGA STUDY ABROADVERONA, ITALYVERONA, ITALY

Spring 2015Spring 2015

Very Important:Very Important:

Read the Verona Spring 2015 Read the Verona Spring 2015 HandbookHandbook

Visit the site of:Visit the site of:

Office of International Education:Office of International Education:

http://www.uga.edu/oie/satravel.htm

Contact information:Contact information:Dr. Han S. Park, University Professor of International Affairs, Director of GLOBISDr. Han S. Park, University Professor of International Affairs, Director of GLOBIShanpark@uga.edu

Silvia P. Mapp, Program Coordinator forSilvia P. Mapp, Program Coordinator for GLOBIS Study Abroad ProgramsGLOBIS Study Abroad Programs spmapp@uga.edu

Szymon Stojek, On-Site Co-directorSzymon Stojek, On-Site Co-director Spring 2015 Verona Study Abroad ProgramSpring 2015 Verona Study Abroad Program sstojek@gmail.com

Orsolya Farkas, On-site Co-directorOrsolya Farkas, On-site Co-director Spring 2015 Verona Study Abroad ProgramSpring 2015 Verona Study Abroad Program orfarkas@gmail.comorfarkas@gmail.com

Before you leave the US:Before you leave the US: Ensure you have a valid passport (renew if your Ensure you have a valid passport (renew if your

passport is to expire within six months of the passport is to expire within six months of the return date)return date)

Keep copies of your passport and credit cards in a Keep copies of your passport and credit cards in a safe, waterproof place away from the actual safe, waterproof place away from the actual passport and credit cards.passport and credit cards.

For non-US citizens: ensure you have a valid visa For non-US citizens: ensure you have a valid visa to enter ALL the countries we are visiting.to enter ALL the countries we are visiting.

For US citizens: If you plan to stay in Europe for For US citizens: If you plan to stay in Europe for more than 90 days, you WILL NEED A VISA. Apply more than 90 days, you WILL NEED A VISA. Apply for such a visa at the consulate of the country of for such a visa at the consulate of the country of first entry into the European Union (most likely first entry into the European Union (most likely Italy).Italy).

DO NOT bring high valuable items. Only bring DO NOT bring high valuable items. Only bring what you can afford to lose.what you can afford to lose.

Before you leave the US contBefore you leave the US cont’’d:d: Visit your doctor for a dental checkup and a Visit your doctor for a dental checkup and a

general physical general physical Bring any prescription medication that you Bring any prescription medication that you

need + 1 weekneed + 1 week’’s supply in ORIGINAL s supply in ORIGINAL CONTAINERSCONTAINERS

If you wear glasses/contacts, bring a second If you wear glasses/contacts, bring a second set and prescriptionset and prescription

Discuss potential health concerns and impact Discuss potential health concerns and impact of international travel with your doctorof international travel with your doctor

Students who are currently, or have utilized Students who are currently, or have utilized mental health services in the past should mental health services in the past should contact the UGA Counseling and Psychological contact the UGA Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) before going abroad.Services (CAPS) before going abroad.

Before you leave the US contBefore you leave the US cont’’dd Visit Visit www.cdc.gov and and www.tripprep.com for for

excellent health related travel informationexcellent health related travel information Make an appointment with the Gilbert Health Make an appointment with the Gilbert Health

Center Travel Clinic to determine whether you will Center Travel Clinic to determine whether you will need any vaccinations.need any vaccinations.

We recommend: We recommend: • a basic First Aid kit a basic First Aid kit • Over the counter medication (Advil, etc. antacids, anti-Over the counter medication (Advil, etc. antacids, anti-

diarrheal medication [immodium, etc.], neosporin, etc.)diarrheal medication [immodium, etc.], neosporin, etc.)• Any other over the counter medication that you feel you Any other over the counter medication that you feel you

cannot do without in the UScannot do without in the US

Before you leave the US contBefore you leave the US cont’’dd Packing:Packing:

• Pack only as much as you can Pack only as much as you can comfortablycomfortably carrycarry

• Travel backpacks, suitcases with wheels Travel backpacks, suitcases with wheels recommendedrecommended

• Check with your airline regarding luggage Check with your airline regarding luggage restrictions.restrictions.

• Bring about one week of clothingBring about one week of clothing• Leave room in your luggage for things to bring Leave room in your luggage for things to bring

back from Europe.back from Europe.• Put a change of clothes in your carry-on in case Put a change of clothes in your carry-on in case

your luggage gets lostyour luggage gets lost• DO NOT bring: valuable jewelry, etc. and NO DO NOT bring: valuable jewelry, etc. and NO

appliances appliances

Getting to Verona:Getting to Verona:

You need to be in Verona, Italy at the You need to be in Verona, Italy at the Residence allResidence all’’Adige no later than Adige no later than 16:00 (4:00pm) on January 22, 2015.16:00 (4:00pm) on January 22, 2015.

Address: Residence allAddress: Residence all’’AdigeAdige Via Magellano 28Via Magellano 28

37138 Verona, Italy37138 Verona, Italy

Phone: 045 8340138Phone: 045 8340138

FAX: 045 8350448FAX: 045 8350448

Getting to Verona contGetting to Verona cont’’d:d:

For those who do not fly directly into Verona, For those who do not fly directly into Verona, (i.e. who fly into Venice, Milan or Rome) (i.e. who fly into Venice, Milan or Rome) and take the train, the name of the Verona and take the train, the name of the Verona train station is:train station is:

Verona Porta NuovaOnce you are at the train station take a taxi to:

Residence all’AdigeVia Magellano 28

Cost is approximately € 10

KEEPING IN TOUCHKEEPING IN TOUCH

PhonesPhones• Only international access cell phones work Only international access cell phones work

overseasoverseas• Pre-paid phone cards work wellPre-paid phone cards work well• Calling cards—know access code for host Calling cards—know access code for host

country (obtain before departing USA)country (obtain before departing USA) E-mailE-mail

• Most affordable way to communicateMost affordable way to communicate• Can access UGA account through ugamailCan access UGA account through ugamail• Internet cafes (Internet cafes (cost)cost)

PackagesPackages If someone sends you a package, either by mail If someone sends you a package, either by mail

or courier service, the cost does not include or courier service, the cost does not include European taxes. European taxes.

When the mail service or courier service says that When the mail service or courier service says that the price of the shipment is all inclusive this the price of the shipment is all inclusive this DOES NOT DOES NOT include the European tax. include the European tax.

Packages will not be delivered until the tax is Packages will not be delivered until the tax is paid. This can delay a delivery from 6 to 14 days. paid. This can delay a delivery from 6 to 14 days.

All items being sent from the US into Europe must All items being sent from the US into Europe must pay a European VAT tax that ranges from 7.5% to pay a European VAT tax that ranges from 7.5% to 30%, depending on the item. 30%, depending on the item.

If your package arrives at the Residence the If your package arrives at the Residence the person on duty will notify you and ask you to person on duty will notify you and ask you to accept the package and make payment. If they accept the package and make payment. If they cannot contact you, the package will be refused cannot contact you, the package will be refused and returned to the sender and returned to the sender

Accommodation in Verona:Accommodation in Verona:•Modern one-bedroom apartments

•Fully furnished including cooking utensils, linens, etc.

•Once a week: cleaning service of living area, not the kitchen

•Modern gym facility (special price for students)

•Classrooms and program office are in the Residence

•Quiet time: 22:00 to 7:00 (10 p.m. to 7 a.m.)

•Walking through the lobby: no bare feet

•Share the Residence with the business/professional community

•Laundry/dryers (cost), irons, etc. on premises

Avoid Jet LagAvoid Jet Lag During the flight:During the flight:

• Try to sleepTry to sleep• Drink plenty of waterDrink plenty of water• Avoid caffeine and alcoholAvoid caffeine and alcohol• Wear comfortable clothing and shoesWear comfortable clothing and shoes

Upon arrivalUpon arrival• Follow local time schedule for meals and Follow local time schedule for meals and

sleep sleep • Moderate exerciseModerate exercise• Eat healthy, drink lots of fluids (water and Eat healthy, drink lots of fluids (water and

juices)juices)

Electrical connections:Electrical connections:

For cell phones, i-pods, laptops, cameras, etc. i.e. small electronic appliances will require an adaptor

Classes contClasses cont’’d:d:

Every student is required to take at Every student is required to take at least least one classone class per block. per block.

No changes, drop/adds, or withdrawals No changes, drop/adds, or withdrawals are possible once in Verona.are possible once in Verona.

Check your classes to make sure you Check your classes to make sure you are are registered for the right classesregistered for the right classes..

Print copy of schedule for your Print copy of schedule for your records.records.

Studying in Verona, contStudying in Verona, cont’’d:d: Study hard: regular credit, regular effortStudy hard: regular credit, regular effort Required course load: nine credits minimum Required course load: nine credits minimum

(three classes)(three classes) First and foremost: an academic experience not a First and foremost: an academic experience not a

vacation. vacation. Be on time for classes (being late and unexcused Be on time for classes (being late and unexcused

absences will result in grade reductions).absences will result in grade reductions). Get your books/readers HERE and BRING them to Get your books/readers HERE and BRING them to

VeronaVerona You are subject to UGA Academic honesty policies You are subject to UGA Academic honesty policies

as if you were on campusas if you were on campus No travel related modifications to class schedule No travel related modifications to class schedule

will be allowedwill be allowed

Studying in Verona contStudying in Verona cont’’d:d: UGA Study Abroad programs are required UGA Study Abroad programs are required

to provide reasonable accommodations to provide reasonable accommodations for students with documented learning for students with documented learning disabilities disabilities

Make arrangements ASAPMake arrangements ASAP• At least 4 weeks before departure!At least 4 weeks before departure!

Your responsibility to contact Academic Your responsibility to contact Academic Support Services—Clark Howell HallSupport Services—Clark Howell Hall

Complete appropriate section on health Complete appropriate section on health form and discuss needs with Program form and discuss needs with Program DirectorDirector

General ground rules and General ground rules and regulations:regulations:

•Zero tolerance on drug possession/dealing - will result in immediate dismissal

•Renting of cars, motorcycles, scooters, etc. is strongly discouraged

•Students are responsible for meeting departure deadlines.

•Attendance and preparation for all classes coursework, scheduled tours, field trips, and other program activities are mandatory

•If planning to be away for the weekend, provide staff with as detailed travel plans as possible, i.e. which country you’re going, what hotel you’re staying, phone number, e-mail address, fax number etc. of that lodging.

Student ConductStudent Conduct Any student misconduct on a study abroad Any student misconduct on a study abroad

program that is considered to directly or program that is considered to directly or indirectly negatively impact the academic indirectly negatively impact the academic learning environment will not be tolerated.learning environment will not be tolerated.

In addition to the UGA Code of Conduct, In addition to the UGA Code of Conduct, the following will apply to all students on the following will apply to all students on Globis’ Study Abroad programs.Globis’ Study Abroad programs.

NOTE: Detailed version of student NOTE: Detailed version of student conduct policies is in your handbook conduct policies is in your handbook

Student Conduct Student Conduct ExpectationsExpectations

Conduct themselves in a manner consistent Conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Globis’ academic mission with Globis’ academic mission

Behave in a manner consistent with relevant Behave in a manner consistent with relevant UGA policies, codes, standards, and rules. UGA policies, codes, standards, and rules.

Student are expected to be sober (not Student are expected to be sober (not intoxicated) when present in the program intoxicated) when present in the program residences. residences.

Student Conduct Cont’dStudent Conduct Cont’d No alcohol or drugs are permitted on any No alcohol or drugs are permitted on any

program group/common transportation, with program group/common transportation, with the exception of gift items. the exception of gift items.

No alcohol may be consumed until after the No alcohol may be consumed until after the last program activity of the day. last program activity of the day.

Use, possession, distribution, or facilitating Use, possession, distribution, or facilitating the use, possession, or distribution of narcotic the use, possession, or distribution of narcotic or other controlled substances will result in or other controlled substances will result in immediate dismissal from the program. immediate dismissal from the program.

ALCOHOL POLICYALCOHOL POLICY

UGA Alcohol Policy as it applies to Study AbroadUGA Alcohol Policy as it applies to Study Abroad Abuse of alcohol impairs judgment, increases risk of Abuse of alcohol impairs judgment, increases risk of

accident/injuryaccident/injury Respect host country norms re: alcohol consumption Respect host country norms re: alcohol consumption

and behaviorand behavior Verona program prohibits the possession and use of Verona program prohibits the possession and use of

alcohol on common carriers (bus, or train, etc.), alcohol on common carriers (bus, or train, etc.), during classes, or any program activities. during classes, or any program activities.

Subject to UGA Student Conduct CodeSubject to UGA Student Conduct Code

Student Conduct: Student Conduct: Nota BeneNota Bene

Public drunkenness is less common among Public drunkenness is less common among university age young people in most other university age young people in most other countries, including Italy. Such displays can countries, including Italy. Such displays can reinforce negative stereotypes of U.S. citizens reinforce negative stereotypes of U.S. citizens and make one look foolish in the eyes of citizens and make one look foolish in the eyes of citizens of the host country. of the host country.

Examples of MisconductExamples of Misconduct Failing to show (by more than 15 minutes) for a scheduled Failing to show (by more than 15 minutes) for a scheduled

departure from an accommodation; departure from an accommodation; Disruption or obstruction of the academic (teaching, research, Disruption or obstruction of the academic (teaching, research,

or administration) learning environment; or administration) learning environment; Substance intoxication - this will result in at minimum an Substance intoxication - this will result in at minimum an

official report to Student Conduct Office official report to Student Conduct Office Failure to comply with the directions of program staff (e.g., Failure to comply with the directions of program staff (e.g.,

adhering to program curfews, accommodation quiet time, adhering to program curfews, accommodation quiet time, keeping a minimum distance from wildlife); keeping a minimum distance from wildlife);

Deliberating taking, damaging, or destroying program property Deliberating taking, damaging, or destroying program property or property of sub-contractors used on the program or items or property of sub-contractors used on the program or items belonging to other participantsbelonging to other participants

Student Misconduct Student Misconduct SanctionsSanctions

1.1. All violations will be reported to the GLOBIS All violations will be reported to the GLOBIS Director and may be reported to Office of Director and may be reported to Office of Student Conduct and to student’s academic Student Conduct and to student’s academic Dean. Dean.

2.2. For egregious cases of misconduct (including, For egregious cases of misconduct (including, but not limited to, illegal activities and/or but not limited to, illegal activities and/or repeated misconduct – i.e., two or more repeated misconduct – i.e., two or more violations of the policy), a student may be violations of the policy), a student may be dismissed from the program, at the dismissed from the program, at the discretion of the program faculty committee.discretion of the program faculty committee.

Student Disciplinary Action Student Disciplinary Action ProceduresProcedures

In case of student misconduct in terms of lateness, unexcused absences, the UGA alcohol policy, or other prohibited behaviors, the following disciplinary action procedures are in place (although some behaviors such as drug possession among others, can call for immediate dismissal).

Step 1: Verbal warning

Step 2: Written probation

Step 3: Dismissal from program

Money MattersMoney Matters

In most European countries, including Italy, the currency is the EURO (€)

The current exchange rate:

1 Euro = 1.30 $

1 $ = .77 Euro

For current exchange rates:http://www.x-rates.com/

Money matters contMoney matters cont’’dd

Getting money while away:Getting money while away: TravellerTraveller’’s checks are not recommendeds checks are not recommended ATMATM’’s are widely available in Europe: best s are widely available in Europe: best

exchange ratesexchange rates Notify your bank that you are traveling to Notify your bank that you are traveling to

EuropeEurope Carry a money belt or pouch around your Carry a money belt or pouch around your

neck under shirtneck under shirt Bring a major credit card as a back-upBring a major credit card as a back-up DO NOT CARRY LARGE AMOUNTS OF CASHDO NOT CARRY LARGE AMOUNTS OF CASH

Money matters contMoney matters cont’’dd

•Bargaining is common with street vendors and at street markets

•Tipping is not required in Europe. Lose change is the most that you should leave for quality service and food

Traveling in Europe:Traveling in Europe:

When traveling by When traveling by yourself on weekends:yourself on weekends:• When checking into a When checking into a

hotel/hostel you will need hotel/hostel you will need to show your passport.to show your passport.

• Once you check out, it will Once you check out, it will be returned to you.be returned to you.

• Most important: tell us Most important: tell us where you are going where you are going before departurebefore departure

Safety issues:Safety issues: Foreigners are more vulnerable to crimeForeigners are more vulnerable to crime Keep a low profile Keep a low profile

• Try to blend in behavior and appearanceTry to blend in behavior and appearance• Speak English quietlySpeak English quietly

Be aware of your surroundings: spatial awareness Be aware of your surroundings: spatial awareness (avoid walking with your IPOD)(avoid walking with your IPOD)

Walk with purpose (check maps in private)Walk with purpose (check maps in private) Ignore unwanted attentionIgnore unwanted attention Avoid carrying large amounts of cash/valuablesAvoid carrying large amounts of cash/valuables Take precautions against pick pocketing (money Take precautions against pick pocketing (money

belt/pouch)belt/pouch) Limit alcohol intakeLimit alcohol intake Avoid political demonstrationsAvoid political demonstrations Have more than one way to access fundsHave more than one way to access funds Keep others informed re: your whereaboutsKeep others informed re: your whereabouts

Safety issues, contSafety issues, cont’’dd

US constitution does NOT travel with US constitution does NOT travel with you and will not protect you abroadyou and will not protect you abroad

You are subject to Italian, German, You are subject to Italian, German, even EU (depending on country) laweven EU (depending on country) law

In case of legal problems, US In case of legal problems, US Embassy or Consulate can provide Embassy or Consulate can provide assistanceassistance

Nearest: US consulate in MilanNearest: US consulate in Milanhttp://milan.usconsulate.gov/http://milan.usconsulate.gov/

GREATEST DANGERS FACING GREATEST DANGERS FACING U.S. STUDENTS ABROADU.S. STUDENTS ABROAD

1.1. Traffic accidents Traffic accidents (we strongly (we strongly advise you NOT to rent cars, advise you NOT to rent cars, scooters or motorcycles!).scooters or motorcycles!).

2.2. Petty crime such as pickpockets Petty crime such as pickpockets and con-artistsand con-artists

3.3. IllnessIllness4.4. Imprudent behavior such as being Imprudent behavior such as being

drunk, flashing lots of cash, joining drunk, flashing lots of cash, joining in political demonstrations, protest in political demonstrations, protest actions, strikes, etcactions, strikes, etc..

Safety for women:Safety for women:

Do not hitchhike or walk alone at nightDo not hitchhike or walk alone at night Do not wander away from the groupDo not wander away from the group All students, but particularly women All students, but particularly women

should travel in groupsshould travel in groups Women may want to review the personal Women may want to review the personal

safety guide provided by UGA police:safety guide provided by UGA police:

http://www.police.uga.edu/http://www.police.uga.edu/personalsafety.htmlpersonalsafety.html

Safety issues contSafety issues cont’’d: gender d: gender and relationshipsand relationships

Unintended messagesUnintended messages Gender roles as defined by host cultureGender roles as defined by host culture Appropriate/inappropriate behaviorAppropriate/inappropriate behavior Assess safety of new acquaintancesAssess safety of new acquaintances Deal with unwanted attention:Deal with unwanted attention:

• Avoid eye contactAvoid eye contact• Dress appropriately for local cultureDress appropriately for local culture• Ignore it, walk with purposeIgnore it, walk with purpose

Health IssuesHealth Issues Tap water in Italy and in most of Western Tap water in Italy and in most of Western

Europe Europe (except Portugal)(except Portugal) is is generally generally safe safe to drink. Still, be cautious.to drink. Still, be cautious.

When in doubt, buy bottled water, When in doubt, buy bottled water, particularly carbonated one (particularly carbonated one (““frizzantefrizzante””).).

If in doubt, do NOT use ice cubes in your If in doubt, do NOT use ice cubes in your drinks, do NOT rinse your toothbrush and drinks, do NOT rinse your toothbrush and your mouth with tap water.your mouth with tap water.

In addition to bringing your prescribed In addition to bringing your prescribed medication, bring prescription also.medication, bring prescription also.

While at the Residence, house calls by While at the Residence, house calls by doctors are available for 35 Euro.doctors are available for 35 Euro.

STUDY ABROAD INSURANCESTUDY ABROAD INSURANCE Included in program fee for all UGA programsIncluded in program fee for all UGA programs Can extend coverage up to 8 weeks ($1/day)Can extend coverage up to 8 weeks ($1/day)

• Contact T.W. Lord to make arrangements for Contact T.W. Lord to make arrangements for extensionextension

Pay for minor services up frontPay for minor services up front Submit claim for reimbursementSubmit claim for reimbursement Provides coverage for:Provides coverage for:

• Medical careMedical care• Emergency medical evacuationEmergency medical evacuation• Repatriation of remainsRepatriation of remains• Family reunificationFamily reunification

ISIC CARDSISIC CARDS

International Student Identity CardInternational Student Identity Card Serves as pre-paid phone cardServes as pre-paid phone card Provides limited insurance coverageProvides limited insurance coverage Can get discounts on:Can get discounts on:

• FlightsFlights• Admission to museums, movies, shows, Admission to museums, movies, shows,

tourist sitestourist sites GLOBIS will provide ISIC cardsGLOBIS will provide ISIC cards

WeatherWeather

Average temperature:

March: Highs: 55 F

Lows: 37 F

Average rainfall:

March: 1 inch

What clothes to wear:What clothes to wear:

• One water proof raincoatOne water proof raincoat• One warm fleece jacket or a warm winter coat, One warm fleece jacket or a warm winter coat,

hat, and gloves.hat, and gloves.• Pair of good, warm, water proof walking shoes.Pair of good, warm, water proof walking shoes.• For women: in some places such as St. PeterFor women: in some places such as St. Peter’’s s

in Rome and the catacombs, a long skirt and in Rome and the catacombs, a long skirt and long sleeved shirt is required (no tank tops, no long sleeved shirt is required (no tank tops, no spaghetti straps, etc.)spaghetti straps, etc.)

• For men: long pants, no tank topsFor men: long pants, no tank tops• In most situations, style of clothing is rather In most situations, style of clothing is rather

informal.informal.

ANTI-AMERICAN ANTI-AMERICAN SENTIMENTSENTIMENT

What is it?What is it?• Usually written or verbal criticism related to U.S. Usually written or verbal criticism related to U.S.

foreign policy and/or cultural influenceforeign policy and/or cultural influence How to deal with it:How to deal with it:

• DonDon’’t take it personallyt take it personally• Ignore unwanted attention from strangersIgnore unwanted attention from strangers• Be well-informed of history and current eventsBe well-informed of history and current events• In conversations: In conversations:

Use it as an opportunity to learn more about host Use it as an opportunity to learn more about host countrycountry

Ask questions about the personAsk questions about the person’’s beliefs, national s beliefs, national sentiment on particular issuessentiment on particular issues

Share your thoughts and experiencesShare your thoughts and experiences

Be an informed, respectful traveler:Be an informed, respectful traveler:

Learn as much as you can about the Learn as much as you can about the countries you/we are going to visitcountries you/we are going to visit

Respect local cultureRespect local culture Attempt to speak in their languageAttempt to speak in their language Avoid careless judgementsAvoid careless judgements Do not judge, just observeDo not judge, just observe Remember: you are a guest in their Remember: you are a guest in their

countrycountry

Most important:Most important:Give Europeans a reason to like Give Europeans a reason to like

Americans.Americans.

Ci vediamo in bella Italia!Ci vediamo in bella Italia!(See you in beautiful Italy!)(See you in beautiful Italy!)