WSU STUDY ABROAD - PROGRAM DIRECTOR MANUAL
(Revised March 2002)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IntroductionPrior to a WSU-Sponsored Study Abroad Program
- Identify a Program Director
- Review Procedures with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Develop a Program Proposal with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Get Approval for a Program Proposal
- Review the Proposed Budget with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Review the Curriculum Logistics with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Consult with Study Abroad Office Personnel on Risk Management Procedures
- Ensure Trip Participants have Accident Insurance
- Review Health Insurance Needs of Trip Participants
- Obtain Signed Statements of Understanding/Release from each Participant
- Develop an Emergency Management Plan
- Conduct a Pre-Departure Orientation Session with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Enforce WSU Policies
- Keep all Receipts
- Follow Appropriate Travel Safety Guidelines
- Conduct a Post-Trip De-Briefing Session with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Reconcile the Budget with Study Abroad Office Personnel
- Process Final Grades
International Travel Programs not for Academic Credit
Appendices - Policies and Sample Forms
- PPM 4-11 Study Abroad Programs
- Check-list of Steps to Create a Study Abroad Program
- Study Abroad Program Proposal Cover Sheet
- Study Abroad Program Budget Worksheet
- Study Abroad Program Director Conflict of Interest Disclaimer
- Study Abroad Statement of Understanding/Release
- Sample Study Abroad Program Evaluation Form
- Non-WSU Sponsored International Travel Program Participant and Director Statements of Understanding and General Release
WSU STUDY ABROAD - PROGRAM DIRECTOR MANUAL