Past Event

Global Summer Studies Pre-Departure Orientation - On Zoom!

Orientation

Students are required to join us for the Global Summer Studies General Pre-Departure Orientation on Wednesday May 8th, 2024 6:30 PM on Zoom - attendance will be taken.

All Global Summer Studies participants must attend in person.

The Student Orientation meeting will cover:

  • Cultural Information
  • Disabilities Abroad
  • Emergency! What to do.
  • Etiquette
  • Health & Wellness
  • Insurance
  • Language
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mental Health
  • Money
  • Phone, Wifi, Power
  • Prescription Medication
  • Race & Ethnicity
  • Safety Tips
  • Title IX
  • Visas

Course-specific pre-departure meetings with faculty will take place independently from the general meeting with RISD Global. Failure to attend Orientation will result in your dismissal from Global Summer Studies.

If you have any questions or a conflict that would prevent your from attending Orientation please email global@risd.edu, or come by the office Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM. We look forward to seeing you!

Join Zoom at 6:30 PM Here!