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For the most current safety information, check the US State Department website.
Current Situation in the Middle East
The University of Minnesota and the Learning Abroad Center constantly monitor information relevant to the safety of students on study abroad opportunities. The University currently has no sponsored programs in Israel or Lebanon; however, there are several students in the region participating in independent academic activities. The University has been in contact with these students and continues to monitor the situation. All students report that they are safe.
For the latest security information on the conflict, go to the US State Department website.
Avian Flu Update
The University of Minnesota and the Learning Abroad Center considers the health and safety of students on education abroad opportunities one of its top priorities. The Learning Abroad Center is carefully monitoring all resources providing information about the Avian Flu and is in consultation with the University of Minnesota Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), other universities, and other program providers to develop a higher awareness about Avian Flu.
In the event of an outbreak of Avian Flu in any region or location where University of Minnesota students are participating in an education abroad opportunity, the Learning Abroad Center will assess the situation with:
- the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center Emergency Preparedness Program,
- the Minnesota State Department of Health,
- reference to CDC Guidelines, and consult with:
- the University of Minnesota Education Abroad Suspension Committee (EASC) and
- on-site staff to determine the most appropriate course of action.
The Learning Abroad Center maintains crisis management and emergency guidelines for all programs in place and can adapt them to respond to any situation.
More detailed plans will be forthcoming and will incorporate President Bush’s response and Governor Pawlenty’s response to a potential flu pandemic.
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Last modified on November 21, 2008 |