Personal vs. University Business International Travel Due to the current pandemic, UT Austin considers every country a restricted region and requires approval from the International Oversight Committee (IOC) before departure on university business. University Business Traveling on university business to a UT restricted region is prohibited without prior approval from… read more
Overseas Insurance and Education Abroad
Written by Isaac McQuistion Insurance is one of those topics few people want to think about, as the language around it is often inscrutable, and at its root it entails having to wrestle with some unpleasant scenarios. So, what do you need to know about insurance and studying abroad? Overseas… read more
Health and Safety Resources
Global Risk and Safety has several resources available for travelers that can be found on the Texas Global website. Under UT-Specific Resources, several useful handouts are available to download, including: A checklist of things to do before going abroad A self-care worksheet to help you maintain your mental health and… read more
Mask Basics
Written by Isaac McQuistion Masks seem simple—a bit of cloth, some ties or stretchy material to fasten it, and instructions to wear them over your nose and mouth when around other people. They are one of the most basic yet effective tools we have to contain the spread of the… read more