Education Abroad Pre-Departure Orientation by the Office of the Dean of Students

General Student Concerns Homesickness Behavioral/student conduct concerns Physical and mental health crises Exacerbated or developing problems with friends/other program participants

Student Background Checks Conducted by the Office of the Dean of Students Student disciplinary standing Significantly impactful concerns that pose a risk to student safety or well-being Program Director and CUAbroad will speak with you to ensure you understand your behavioral expectations while abroad. As a representative of CUA you should understand your responsibilities while serving as an ambassador overseas.

Code of Student Conduct Primarily a procedural document, includes behavioral expectations. Application of the Code may work differently overseas (i.e. alcohol consumption, legal drinking age); but behavior standards remain consistent. Program Directors and CUAbroad staff are expected to have discussions about distinct standards of behavior before students depart for their respective experience.

Addressing Issues What you can expect: Program Director/affiliated professional staff will address the situation by meeting with you to discuss the incident and possible concerns; Program Director will consult with CUAbroad regarding appropriate follow-up; CUAbroad will involve DOS staff and other CUA offices as necessary; and Appropriate documentation will be completed for necessary follow-up.

Office of the Dean of Students Pryzbyla Student Center, Suite 353 Email: cua-deanofstudents@cua.edu Phone: (202) 319-5619 Website: http://deanofstudents.cua.edu/