Emergency Info
If something unexpected should arise while you are away, please do not hesitate to call or fax the Study Abroad and Distinguished Fellowships Office (tel. 617-253-0676; fax 617-452-2101) with questions, or email the Global Education Office staff: studyabroad@mit.edu, and we will do what we can to assist you. We care about you and would like you to have a safe and enjoyable experience abroad. We will do whatever we can to assist you in unexpected or difficult situtations should they arise.
Emergency and Evacuation Plans
Upon arrival, make sure that you are familiar with the established emergency and evacuation plans and procedures for the university/other institution where you will be studying, for the dorm, homestay or other living arrangement that you have chosen and for the town/city where you will be living for the duration of your study abroad program.
Emergencies and Crises
"Earthquakes, hurricanes, political upheavals, acts of terrorism, and hijackings are only some of the events threatening the safety of Americans abroad. Each event is unique and poses its own special difficulties. However, for the State Department there are certain responsibilities and actions that apply in every disaster or crisis." - U.S. Department of State website http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/emergencies_1212.html . In emergencies and crises please use the U.S. Department of State resources, especially the U.S. Embassy and Consulate resources. Upon arrival, please sign up with the U.S. Embassy/Consulate near you so they know about your presence. This enables them to help you should something unexpected arise. To locate the U.S. Embassy/Consulate nearest to your location, use the U.S. Department of State resources: http://www.state.gov/
