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Trip Orientation New Zealand May 6 th – May 17 th

Trip Orientation New Zealand May 6 th – May 17 th. Getting started. You have a lot to get done Do your own research Be cautious, plan, think ahead Ask questions! Discuss your plans with peers, parents, Dr. Brester, everyone!. Safety & Security: traveling. Travel in groups, never alone

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Trip Orientation New Zealand May 6 th – May 17 th

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  1. Trip OrientationNew ZealandMay 6th – May 17th

  2. Getting started • You have a lot to get done • Do your own research • Be cautious, plan, think ahead • Ask questions! • Discuss your plans with peers, parents, Dr. Brester, everyone!

  3. Safety & Security: traveling • Travel in groups, never alone • Utilize buddy system • Let others know your plans • Use caution, plan ahead • Bring proper attire

  4. Safety & Security: belongings • Purchase passport carrying case for passport, credit/debit cards and cash • Keep credit cards, cash on you at all times • No need to carry large amount of cash • Consider leaving copy of passport with emergency contact • Not the time to display fancy jewelry or latest purchase

  5. Luggage & Packing • Suitcase size and recommendations • Efficiency matters! • Chat with friends- share shampoo, laundry detergent, etc. • Use dryer sheets to freshen items • You will need: walking shoes, warm clothing (layers), business casual attire, jacket

  6. Money Budget: Plan to cover 1-2 meals each day plus whatever you plan to spend on recreation and souvenirs. • Best to use credit card for majority of purchases • Talk to your bank! Investigate fees and plan accordingly • Must have pin number associated with credit card • You will be able to get cash once we get there • Keep receipts to verify purchases later

  7. No immunizations required • Do not forget current and preventative medicine (allergy, pain pills) • Sleep • Hydrate • Wash hands! • Individual concerns? Contact: Catherine Ebelke, 994-7287 for 1:1 appointment Health • Catch an information • session… • Noon, March 3rd, Student Health Bldg. • Additional opportunities after spring break

  8. Paperwork Today: • MSU Participant Waiver • Dr. Brester’s Behavioral Contract Individual Meetings: Each student will meet with Jess by March 31st. Email Jessica to set up an appointment: jessica.murdock@montana.edu What I need from you at that meeting: 1. Copy of passport 2. Copy of health insurance information/ membership card 3. Emergency contact information (name, address, phone number) 4. Documentation that I will provide: MSU Authorization Form and MSU Travel Insurance Reporting Form

  9. Miscellaneous… • Cell phone plans and options • Wi-Fi accessibility • Plug/power converters • Digital Cameras

  10. Whenever you travel… • Research appropriate etiquette • Gestures are interpreted differently in different places • To tip or not to tip? • Camera usage… ask first • List of phrases • To-Do list/ Items to bring

  11. Behavior Contracts

  12. One last thing… Please come find me before you leave tonight. I need to get information from your passport. Thanks!

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