Preparaci贸n previa Additional funding sources 11|05|2013 Fulbright Colombia Abril 30 de 2011
Esta presentación contiene información acerca de: •
El idioma
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Los documentos necesarios y la información importante
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El proceso de hacer las maletas
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Los asuntos para arreglar antes de irse: – Temas médicos – La llegada
– Alojamiento – El nuevo entorno – Temas prácticos para considerar
ENGLISH!!!
ENGLISH!!!
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Documents
ID (cédula) Valid passport (min. 1 año) Medical history (along with a translation) International Drivers License (optional but useful) Academic Documents (certificados Fulbright, certificado de notas, copia del diploma, carta de admisión – todo traducido)
More documents‌ Birth Certificate (you, spouse, and children) Marriage Certificate Certificate of Eligibility (DS-2019)
I-94 / Customs Declaration Form (they will give you on the plane) DON’T LOSE THE I-94 CARD! EducationUSA.state.gov
Advice about the documents •
Take copies!! – Originals in your hand luggage
– Copies in your suitcase – Other copies with your family here in Colombia
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Save a copy as an attachment in your email account, Dropbox, icloud
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Do the translations with plenty of time in advance
Important info to take Contacts – phone numbers and addresses Family
Friends Other Fulbright grantees Contacts at the university (colleagues, administration) Embassy and Consulate in US
LASPAU / IIE Skype contacts Contacts here in Colombia
How to pack your suitcases Carry-on / hand luggage Computer Camera Pocket English dictionary Pen Notebook with contacts Watch Medicine Music (iPod, charger) Documents Summer clothes Snacks
Packing – what to take??? 1-2 suitcases (approx 23 kg each) Summer clothes
Sportswear Formal clothes (dress, suit) Umbrella Food in closed containers (small quantity) Special items to create a feeling of home
Pictures of Colombia Gifts/trinkets (inexpensive things that show your culture) A couple of books
What you should NOT bring Bed sheets/pillows Towels (just one) Kitchen utensils Winter clothes School supplies $$$ (cash) Plants / carne etc. Animals Weapons
The “Big Box” Stores
Goodwill /salvation army
Online marketplaces
Medical Matters •
Try to get a general physical exam, a dental exam and an eye exam before traveling
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Take special medicines with you (prescription and translation)
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Take your glasses prescription and/or an extra pair of glasses
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Student health clinic on campus
The day of your arrival – how to prepare
Transportation from the airport (train, bus, taxi) Lodging – at least 3 nights – Hotel (near campus) – Friends – Host family
Housing (appointments with agencies)
If possible, try to arrive during the week and at least 2 weeks before classes start
Housing – how to find the best option • •
On-campus – International Student office Off-campus – Craigslist – Colleagues from your program – My experience in Syracuse
**Do research before you arrive, and use your contacts for suggestions!** **Every city is so unique that your best contacts and resources will be the local ones**
All about money
$$$ that you should take with you • Exit tax (confirm with the agency) • Cash (for the first 2-3 weeks) • During your trip – US $100-$200 • $1 bills are useful for tips
Dejar un poder firmado y autenticado en Colombia Suggestions for money transfers • Western Union • PayPal
Learn the money!
Your new environment!! **The climate in your general region **Temperature scale and the metric system **What is your city like?
Final advice! Don’t wait until the last minute to do all of your errands (citas médicas, translations, shopping, etc). Make a schedule and do several things every week
Create a Skype account and put a bit of money on it. Don’t be afraid to ask for advice: utilize your contacts in your program! DAY BEFORE AND DAY OF DEPARTURE - Get plenty of rest - Arrive at airport early to avoid delays - Carry snacks with you - Get excited!!
ยกBuen viaje! (and welcome to the U.S.A.!!!)
ยกGRACIAS! rwilson@fulbright.edu.co