SSP15 Pre-Arrival Guide

ImportantDates.........................................................................................................................2
ContactUs..................................................................................................................................2
LOGISTICS................................................................................................................................2
ACADEMICS.............................................................................................................................2
Beforeyouleavehome..............................................................................................................3
ImmigrationandVisas............................................................................................................3
MakingTravelArrangements.................................................................................................3
HealthInsurance.....................................................................................................................4
WhattoBring?........................................................................................................................4
Yourarrival.................................................................................................................................6
Registration.............................................................................................................................6
ComputerRecommendations................................................................................................7
SSPBadge................................................................................................................................8
LivingonCampus........................................................................................................................9
AboutAthens,Ohio................................................................................................................9
MealPlan................................................................................................................................9
Accommodation...................................................................................................................10
Transportation......................................................................................................................11
OnCampus............................................................................................................................12
CulturalAdjustments............................................................................................................13
ImportantNotice..................................................................................................................14
UsefulInformation................................................................................................................18
Shippingaddressesforletters,andforpackages.................................................................18
ImportantPhoneNumbers...................................................................................................19
ISUAlumniNetwork&Outreach..........................................................................................20
CheckList..................................................................................................................................21

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Important Dates
ArrivalDayandRegistration
WelcomeDinnerandParticipantsSelfIntroductions
Brunch,LogisticsBriefingandStaffIntroduction
Orientation

ClassPicture,OpeningCeremonyandReception

AlumniConference

TPFinalPresentation

ITShutdown
Deregistration
ClosingCeremony&Reception
DepartureDay

Saturday,June6
Saturday,June6
Sunday,June7
Sunday,June7
Monday,June8
July912
Thursday,August6
Friday,August7
Friday,August7
Fridayevening,August7
Saturday,August8

Contact Us
LOGISTICS
For matters regarding Logistics (e.g., accommodation, meals, insurance, transportation, and
entryvisas),pleasecontact:
ISU.Logistics@isunet.edu

ACADEMICS
For matters regarding Academics (e.g., SSP curriculum, academic credits, and choice of
DepartmentorTeamProject),pleasecontact:
ISU.Academics@isunet.edu
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Before you leave home

Immigration and Visas
Please be sure that you understand your legal situation. Depending on your nationality, you
might need a visa. You must have a valid passport when traveling internationally. Passports
shouldbevalidforthedurationoftheSSPandatleastsixmonthsbeyondyourreturndate.

Advice: Make two photocopies of your passport identification page and leave a copy with a
trustedfriendorrelativewhoisnottravellingwithyou.Keeptheothercopywithyouwhenyou
travelandleaveitinasafeplaceseparatefromyourpassport.

Note:Allparticipantswillneedavalidpassporttoentercertaingovernmentbuildingsandother
facilities.

Important: All participants must submit their fully completed SSP Logistics
online form before the 15 April, 2015 in order to be granted access to the
NASA Glenn Research Center facilities during the field trip on 5 & 6 July,
2015.

Pleasenotethatitistheresponsibilityoftheparticipanttoensurehe/sheobtainsthecorrect
visa to enter in the United States of America for her/his participation to the program. Early
travelplanningandvisaapplicationsareimportant.
For the most current and accurate information, please check the Bureau of Consular
Affairs,U.S.DepartmentofStatewebsiteforthelatestinformation:http://travel.state.gov
Letters of Invitation
TheSSPLogisticsteamwillprovideyouwithaletterofinvitationforyourvisaapplicationupon
request.PleasecontactMr.SbastienBessatatISU.Logistics@isunet.edu

Making Travel Arrangements

SSP15 Website
PleasechecktheinformationpostedontheSSP15websiteregularlybecauseimportantupdates
willbepostedfrequently:http://SSP15.isunet.edu/logistics
Going through Immigration and Customs
Do not pack your passport, visa documents, financial documents, your return ticket or other
importantpapersinyourluggage.Youshouldcarrytheseitemswithyouduringyourtrip.

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Health Insurance
Health Insurance is MANDATORY for ALL SSP participants. ISU requires participants to be
coveredbeforetheirarrivalattheconferencesite.Healthemergencytransportationandhealth
caremustbecoveredbyyourtravelinsurance.ItisstronglyrecommendedthatSSPparticipants
subscribe to travelers insurance to be sure that they are sufficiently covered for medical and
liabilityincidents.

Beforeyouarrive,youmustcompletetheonlineregistrationformonwhichitisrequiredthat
youidentifyyourTravelInsurancecoverage.
Ifyoudonotalreadyhavecoverage,ISUstronglyrecommendsthatyoupurchaseatemporary
health and accident insurance from the Globe Partner provider at the link below. For more
information,pleasevisit:
http://www.assistanceetudiants.com/en/page/globe

ShouldyouarriveattheregistrationonJune6withoutaproofofinsurance
that covers both health and accident written in ENGLISH, you will be
required to purchase a travel insurance policy in order to complete the
registrationprocess.

What to Bring?
Clothing / Attire
Formal clothes / business attire: There are generally six or seven occasions when
businessattirewillberequiredoverthecourseofthesessionincludingtheOpeningand
ClosingCeremonies,FinalTeamProjectPresentationsandProfessionalVisits.
Yourcountrystraditionalattire/dressforOpeningandClosingCeremoniesifdesired
Traditionaland/ornationalcostumesforCulturalNight
Casualclothesforlectures,mostacademicactivities,andrecreationtime
Information
An information package on space activities in your country or region (useful for
individualassignments,culturalpresentationsandteamprojects,workshops,andother
activities...)
MaterialonyourprofessionalworkfortheSSPParticipantsandISUAlumniConference
PosterSession(itemssuchasbrochures,documentation,electronicpresentations,and
otherpromotionalmaterial)

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Materialforculturalnights.Thesecanincludemusic,photos,videosandanyotheritems
thatarespecifictoyourcountryandculture.

Medical / Hygiene
SSPParticipantsshouldbringtheirownshampooandsoaporpurchaseitonsite.
Personaltoiletriesonewouldnormallybringonanextendedstay
Prescriptionmedicationsasneededforthedurationofthesession
Note:Ifyouaretakingmedicationonaregularordailybasis,pleasebringsufficientmedication.
Other Items
Sports/fitnessclothing,musicalinstruments
Items for talent night: e.g., juggling gear, martial arts costumes, magic gear, musical
instruments,orotherprops
Materials to exchange with/offer to other participants (tshirts, gifts, pins, stickers,
gadgets,professionalmaterials,culturalandcountrymaterials)

Note: The campus recreation information will be detailed in the block On Campus below,
startingpage12ofthisdocument.

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Your arrival
Registration
Eachparticipantwillreceiveacontractorinvitationletterspecifyingthedatesofstay.
PleasenotethatISUcanofferneitheraccommodationnormealsoutsideof
theagreeddates.
Participants wishing to stay outside of the period agreed to by ISU must make their own
arrangements.Thecostofanyaccommodationormealsrequiredbeforethescheduledarrival
dateorafterthescheduledcheckoutdatewillbetheresponsibilityoftheindividualandnotof
ISU.
Registration Date
As stated in your SSP contract provided by the ISU Admissions and Finance offices, you must
absolutelyarriveforregistrationonregistrationday:
Saturday6Junebetween9amand6pm
Arrival Airport
CMHPortColumbusInternationalAirport
Awelcomestationwillbesetupattheairporttogreetyouandarrangeyourtransportationby
bustotheSSP15Campusforyourregistration.

Registration Location
Registrationwilltakeplaceat:
AlvinC.AdamsHall
63SouthGreenDrive
Athens,OH45701,
USA

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Registration Requirements
Originalandonepapercopyofyourpassport
Originalandonepapercopyofyourvisa(ifapplicable)
Youmustpayanytuitionfeebalancedue
OnesigneddocumentinEnglishthatcertifiesthatyourinsurancewillcoveryouforthe
duration of the session including the following: insurance policy number, insurance
contactdetails,pointofcontactincaseofemergency
Departure Information
Everyone must checkout on departure day that will be for all participants is the Saturday
August 8th, 2015. All rooms must be vacated by 12:00 noon. Accommodation will not be
availablepastthisdateandtime.
Transportation will be provided only through bus shuttle that will be arranged at 6:45am,
09:15am, and 11:00am. Participants are responsible for their transportation to the airport in
accordancewith
Arrival at the Airport
The nearest airport is CMH Port Columbus International Airport. It is located at about 1h30
drivefromtheSSP15hostsite.
Participants will be welcomed at the airport during the arrival day, Saturday 6th June, 2015.
PleasechecktheSSP15websiteforthelatestupdatesinordertoidentifythemeetingpoint.
Transportationbybuswillbeprovidedtotheparticipantsthatdayuntil4pm.

Arrival at Athens
Ifyouarrivebycar,itwillbepossibletobuyatregistrationasubscriptiontoparkyourcaratthe
Residencefor$7perweek.

Computer Recommendations
Pleasebringyourlaptoportabletdeviceifyouhaveone.
PowervoltageintheUSAis110V60Hz.Youmayneedapoweradapter.
Pleasebringyourreinstallationdisks.
PleasebringyourownRJ45NetworkCable.

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Make sure you know your ISU credentials before your arrive because they will be used for
accessingtheCampusWIFIaswellasotherITbasedservices.
ISUwillnotprovidesoftwarelicensesforprivatelaptops.

SSP Badge
EveryparticipantwillbegivenanSSPidentificationbadgeandanOHIOIDcardatregistration.
ParticipantsareresponsibleforcarryingtheiridentificationbadgeandOHIOIDwiththematall
times and presenting it to university officials or security agents upon request. If the
identification badge or OHIO ID card is stolen, misplaced, or lost, notify the Logistics team
immediately atssp.logistics@isunet.edu. Participants are responsible for the cost of
replacement.
ThisOHIOIDcardentitlestheparticipanttoaccess:

BuildingsatOhioUniversity:StockerCenterandAcademicResearchCenter(ARC)

FoodservicesatShivelyDiningHall

Libraryservices

Printingservices

Replacement fees
Everyparticipantwillgetthekeytotheirroomatregistration.
Ifthekeyisstolen,misplaced,orlost,notifytheLogisticsteamimmediately.
Feeswillapplyasfollow:
AdamsHall
TheOHIOIDistheelectronicexteriordoorslidekeyatAdamsHall.Replacementfeefor
theOHIOIDis$10USD.
AmetalroomkeyisusedastheinteriorroomkeyatAdamsHall.Replacementfeefor
theAdamsHallinteriorroomkeyis$89USD.
StockerCenterandAcademicResearchCenter(ARC)
The OHIO ID is the electronic exterior door slide key at Stocker Center and the ARC.
ReplacementfeefortheOHIOIDis$10USD.

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Living on Campus
About Athens, Ohio
Withapopulationofmorethan23,000,thecityofAthensislocatedintheAppalachianfoothills
of southeastern Ohio along the Hocking River. Athens is known as a progressive community
that values diversity, sustainability, and local businesses and agriculture. Shops, restaurants,
and a vibrant music scene in Athens reflect the dynamic student culture, the significant
international population, and the enduring traditions of Appalachia. Athens has been
recognized as one of the Top 100 Art Communities in America. The natural setting attracts
outdooradventureenthusiastsforactivitiessuchaskayaking,hiking,cycling,mountainbiking,
geocaching, and other outdoor sports. Within the city of Athens itself are extensive hiking,
biking,andwalkingtrailsandthreecityparks.ThecityofAthens,Ohioiswithinshortdriving
distanceofColumbus,Ohio(internationalairportCMH,90minutesdrive).Threestateparks,a
stateforest,andanationalforestarewithina30minutedriveofAthens.
MoreinfoaboutAthensandsurroundingregionofAthensCounty:http://www.athensohio.com

ThelocalcurrencyistheUSDollar,referredbytheDollarsign($)inthisdocument.

Meal Plan
ThediningfacilitiesusedthroughoutSSP15forweekdaysareattheacademicfacilitiesandat
housing.Themealplanincludes(3)threemealsperdayonworkingdaysand(2)twomealsper
day(brunchanddinner)onSaturdaysandSundays.

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Shively Dining Hall

The Shively Dining Hall will accommodate all the meals during the SSP15. It is at a walkable
distance of the Core Lectures Hall, Residence, and other SSP15 facilities at the Academic
ResearchCenter(ARC)nexttoStockerCenter.
Special Dietary Needs
Although the Shively Dining Hall staff will try their best to accommodate special dietary
requirements,ISUcannotguaranteethatallspecialdietaryrequirementscanbemet.

Accommodation
SSPparticipantswillstayinsingleroomsinflatsof2rooms,attheAdamsHallResidence,for
thedurationoftheSSP.
Features Included
Keytoaccessyourroom

Refrigerator
Sharedbathroom
Towelsandbedlinen
Wificoverage

Laundry Services
AdamsHallhasonelaundryroomonthegroundfloorandprovidespayasyougoservices:
$2perloadforwashingmachines,
$1.50perloadforclothesdryers,
soapnotincluded.
Housekeeping
Aweeklyhousekeepingservicewillbeprovided.
Visitors
Duetotheintensityoftheprogram,participantsarestronglydiscouragedfromacceptingany
visitors(e.g.spouses,significantothers,friends,orfamily).PleaserefertotheISUSSPVisitors
PolicyandProceduredocument,whichisavailableontheSSP15websiteanduponrequestto
Mr.SbastienBessatatISU.Logistics@isunet.edu,

Shouldyouwishtohostavisitor,pleasebeadvisedthatyouareresponsibleforarrangingfor
yourvisitor(s)accommodationsandthatISUwillnotbeabletoprovideyouwithassistancein
bookingaccommodationsforvisitors.

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Transportation
Alltransportationtoprofessionalvisitsandotherscheduledacademicactivitieswillbeprovided
duringtheprogram.TheSSP15campusatAthensissmallandcompact,withallthenecessary
facilitiesavailableatawalkabledistance.
Bicycles
Bicycling is a fun and affordable form of transportation in and around Athens. Cyclists must
comply with driving regulations and are encouraged to wear helmets. It is essential that you
lockyourbicyclewheneveryouleaveitunattended.
Participants may rent bikes from a local bike shop, Athens Bicycle, for $230 per unit for the
durationoftheSSP15program.Thispriceincludesalock,ahelmet,andserviceattheshopfor
any adjustments that need to be made to the bike (there will be extra charges for damaged
parts). The bikes will be brandnew Trek hybrid bicycles with 21 gears. To reserve a bicycle,
contact
Athens
Bicycle
at
info@athensbicycle.com,
(740)
5949944
or
http://www.athensbicycle.com/about/isurentalbikespg197.htm. Advance arrangements are
recommended. A representative of Athens Bicycle will be available at SSP15 registration on
arrivalday(June6).
BicyclesmayalsobepurchasedinexpensivelyattheAthensWalmartstore:
http://www.walmart.com/search/?query=adult%20bicycles
AvailabilityofbicyclesatWalmartmaybelimited.
Parking on Campus
A parking permit subscription is required for parking on the OHIO campus. Parking slots are
available at or nearby the SSP15 Residence for a $7 fee per week. A subscription could be
arrangedattheRegistration,thedayyouarriveatISU.
Drivers License
IfyouplantodriveintheUnitedStates,checkthedrivingrulesinthestate(s)you'llbevisiting
toverifythatyoucanuseyournonU.S.driver'slicense.
http://www.usa.gov/Topics/MotorVehicles.shtml
Ifyouwanttorentacar,findouttherentalcompany'spoliciesinadvance.Youmayneedboth
your driver's license and an International Driving Permit (IDP). An IDP is identification that
containsyourname,photo,anddriverinformationtranslatedinto10languages.
TheUnitedStatesdoesnotissueInternationalDrivingPermitstoforeignvisitors.Youwillneed
toobtainthisdocumentinthecountrythatissuedyourdriver'slicensebeforeyoutraveltothe
UnitedStates.

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On Campus
Oncampusrecreationinformationareavailableonlineat:http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/
The Ping Center
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/ping/
Covering168,000squarefeet/15,607squaremetersonthreefloors,OHIOsPingCenterhouses
a 10 meter, doublesided climbing wall, five basketball/volleyball courts, two multipurpose
gymnasiums, an elevated fourlane indoor running track, eight racquetball courts and an
enclosedglassfitnessarea.PingCenteralsoprovidesfreeweights,aerobics,fitness,combative
sports,anddance.
Summerhoursofoperation:12:00(noon)to21:00
Rate:$8pervisit
OHIO Aquatic Center
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/aquatic/
The OHIO Aquatic Center is a 50 meter by 8 meter indoor swimming pool, featuring 2 three
meterand2onemeterdivingboards.
Summerhoursofoperation:MondaythroughFriday:06:00to15:00,SaturdayandSunday:
13:00to17:00,Monday,Wednesday,Friday19:00to21:30.
Rate:$3.50pervisit
OHIO Tennis Courts
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/tennis/
TheOHIOTennisCourtsarecomprisedoffourindoorcourtsandsixoutdoorcourts.Theindoor
courtsarecoveredbya13metertentstructureallowingtennisenthusiaststocompeteinstate
oftheartplayingconditions.Courtreservationsrecommended,mustprovideownequipment.
Summerhoursofoperation:07:00to22:00daily
Rate:$3perhourforoutdoorcourt,$7perhourforindoorcourt
OHIO Golf Course
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/golf/
TheOHIOGolfCourseisa9hole,par35courseofferingapracticeputtinggreenandproshop.
Reservationsrecommended.Equipmentrentalavailable.
Hoursofoperation:07:00to22:00daily
Rate:$15for9holesOR$22for18holesMondayThursday;$17for9holesOR$25for18
holesFridaySunday.Gasgolfcartrental:(perperson)$6for9holesor$12for18holes.
Pushcartrental:$3for9holesor$6for18holes.Golfclubsrental:$5.50for9holesor$11for
18holes.DISCGOLF:$10fordiscs,nocoursefee.

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Host Site Resources

You may need documents not held by the ISU Library. In that case, our cooperation with the
OHIO host site gives you access to the Ohio University Libraries. You can borrow books, read
online journals, and access online databases. Computers will be available at your disposal for
bibliographicalsearches.
Opening Hours
Yourneedsforthelibraryresourceswillvarythroughouttheprogramandthelibraryhourswill
vary accordingly. The opening hours will be posted at the entrance of the library, and on the
librarywebsite,onaweeklybasis.
Stocker Center and the Academic & Research Center (ARC) will be available to SSP15
participants,faculty,andstaffatanytimeusingtheirOHIOIDcardforaccess.

Cultural Adjustments
Ifyouarecomingfromoverseasorfrommorethanafewtimezonesaway,expectjetlagand
a little culture shock. Get your body on the new schedule by drinking plenty of water, eating
plenty of nutritious food, exercising, and resting. Culture shock is a natural effect of being
exposedtonewlifestylesandvalues,sodontbesurprisedifyoufeelabitimpatient,confused,
oranxious,orifyouhitemotionalhighsandlowsasyouadjust.Timeusuallytakescareofit,
butifanyproblemspersist,consultyouronsiteprogramdirectororgethelpfromacounselor
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Important Notice
Ohio University (OHIO) is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and
workplace environment. OHIO follows federal and state laws and institutional policies that
promote a nondiscriminatory, harassmentfree learning environment and workplace. In this
framework, OHIO works to ensure equal opportunity, equal access, and a safe and equitable
environmentforall.OHIOiscommittedtopromotinganatmospherewhereunderstandingand
acceptanceofculturalandracialdifferencesareensured.Diversityisinclusiveofallages,races,
ethnic groups, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, national origins, cultures,
socioeconomicclasses,abilities,waysofthinking,geographicregions,andreligions.
Conduct on Premises
AllSSP15participantsandallpersonsworkingforandonbehalfofISUwhosedutiesbringthem
ontothepremisesofOHIOandsitesofprofessionalvisitsshallobserveandobeyallapplicable
rulesandregulationsestablishedbythehostsites.
All state, local and Host Institution laws and regulations concerning health, safety and public
ordershallbeobservedbytheuserandparticipants.OHIOexplicitlyprohibitstheunauthorized
useofillegaldrugsandalcoholinitsfacilities,possessionsoffirearms,andtamperingwiththe
fire alarm system. In addition, all OHIO facilities are smoke free, and violations of the smoke
freepolicyaresubjecttomonetaryfinesupto$250USDperoccurrence.
ISU and SSP15 participants shall not obstruct sidewalks, doors, passages or way of access or
egressto,fromorthroughfacilitiesortoanyotherpartofOHIO.OHIOreservestherightofits
personnel,employeesandagentstoenteranyofthefacilitiesatanytimeasdeemednecessary.
Ifyoususpectorhaveknowledgeofcriminalactivityoccurringonuniversityproperty,callthe
OHIOPoliceDepartmentat7405931911(inanemergency,pleasedial911immediately).
OHIO has established policies which apply to all SSP15 staff, faculty, participants, and guests.
Thefulltextofthepoliciesisavailableonlineathttp://www.ohio.edu/policy/thesepoliciesare
summarizedbelow.
Policy 03.004: Sexual Misconduct
OHIO does not intrude upon private choices regarding personal relationships when these
relationships do not violate the policies of the university, cause harm to the safety and
wellbeing of members of campus community, or increase the risk of harm to the safety and
wellbeing of members of campus community. OHIO prohibits sexual misconduct in any of its
employment situations or educational programs and activities. Sexual misconduct can occur
between any persons associated with the university, e.g., an employee and a supervisor;
coworkers; faculty members; a faculty, staff member, or student and a customer, vendor, or
contractor; students;or astudentandafacultymember;etc.Therequirementsofthispolicy
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Sexualharassmentincludessexualadvances,requests forsexualfavors,andotherphysicalor
verbalconductofasexualnaturethatisunwelcomeandissufficientlysevereorpervasivefrom
bothasubjective(thecomplainant's)andanobjective(reasonableperson's)viewpoint.
Consentmustbeinformed,knowingandvoluntary.Consentmustbeclearandunambiguousfor
eachparticipantthroughoutanysexualencounter.Consenttosomesexualactsdoesnotimply
consent to others, nor does past consent to a given act imply ongoing or future consent.
Consentcanberevokedatanytime.Consentcannotbeobtainedfromsomeonewhoisasleep
orotherwisementallyorphysicallyincapacitated,whetherduetoalcohol,drugs,orsomeother
condition. Consent cannot be obtained by threat, coercion, or force. Agreement given under
suchconditionsdoesnotconstituteconsent.Inordertogiveeffectiveconsent,onemustbeof
legalage.ThelegalagetoconsentinOhioissixteen(OhioRevisedCode2907.04).
Sexualexploitationoccurswhenapersontakesnonconsensualorabusivesexualadvantageof
anotherforhisorherownadvantageorbenefit,ortobenefitoradvantageanyoneotherthan
the one being exploited, and that behavior does not otherwise constitute one of the other
sexualmisconductoffenses.Examplesofsexualexploitationinclude:nonconsensualvideoor
audiorecordingofsexualactivity;goingbeyondtheboundariesofconsent;voyeurism;public
indecency; and contactfree coercion (e.g., by threat of violence) causing a person to
completelyorpartiallydisrobe.
OHIOemployees(faculty,administrators,coaches,andstaff)haveadutytoreportviolationsof
this policy. Immediately upon learning of potential campus sexual misconduct, any OHIO
employee with a duty to report violations of this policy who receives a complaint of sexual
misconductorwhoobservesorlearnsofconductthatisreasonablybelievedtobeinviolation
of this policy, is required to report the alleged conduct to the Office for Institutional Equity
(equity@ohio.edu,7405939132,OfficeofInstitutionalEquity,101CrewsonHouse,AthensOH
45701).ThoseaffiliatedwithISUorSSP15maycontacttheOfficeforInstitutionalEquitywith
questions.
In addition to the duty to report sexual misconduct to the Office for Institutional Equity as
identifiedabove,insomecircumstancesthereisadutytoreportallegationsofcriminalconduct
tolawenforcement.Ohiolaw(OhioRevisedCode2921.22)requireseverypersonwhoknows
thatafelonyhasbeenorisbeingcommitted,toreportittolawenforcement.Itisacriminal
offensetoknowinglyfailtomakethereport.
Anypersonwhobelievesheorshehasbeenharmedbyconductprohibitedbythispolicymay
file a complaint with the Office for Institutional Equity. Third parties may file a complaint on
behalfofpersonswhomtheybelievehasbeenadverselyaffectedbyconductprohibitedbythis
policy.
Policy 44.113: Smoking
OHIOprovidesasmokefreeenvironmentforallemployees,students,andvisitors.Thispolicy
covers the smoking of any tobacco or other plant product; it applies to employees, students,
andvisitorsofOHIO.
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OHIOprohibitssmokinginallOHIObuildings;onappurtenantrooftopsandterraces;inpublic
buildings directly or indirectly under the control of OHIO; and within 10 feet of University
buildings, including windows and ventilation intake openings. OHIO prohibits smoking in
universityownedorrentedvehicles.
Thefineforsmokinginprohibitedareasis$250USDperoccurrence.Prohibitedareasinclude
residencehalls.Repeatedviolationsmayresultintheterminationofhousing.
No person shall refuse to immediately discontinue smoking in an OHIO controlled space,
adjacentareawithin10feetofanOHIObuilding,facility,oroutdoorareadeclarednonsmoking
underOhioRevisedCodesection3794.05whenrequestedtodosobyanyOHIOrepresentative
oranyemployeeofOHIO.
Smoking shall not be permitted, nor shall a person smoke, throw, or deposit any lighted or
smoldering substance in any place where "No Smoking" signs are posted. Lighted matches,
cigarettes, cigars, or other burning objects shall not be discarded in such a manner as to risk
ignitionofothercombustiblematerial.
Policy 24.001: Alcoholic Beverages on University Property
Anyindividualwhoislegallypermittedtoconsumealcoholicbeveragesmaydosoresponsibly
intheprivacyofhisorherownroomortheroomofanotherpersonoflegalage.Apersonmust
be 21 years old to drink beer, wine, mixed beverages and/or spirituous liquor per Ohio law
(OhioRevisedCodesection4301).
Alcoholic beverages may be permitted at social events in university housing units. For the
purposesofthispolicyan"event"isdefinedasanygatheringofpeoplewhichtakesplaceinan
areawherealcoholicbeveragesarepresent.Inordertoholdaneventwithalcoholicbeverages,
the majority of individuals who reside in the living unit(floor section,mod, or residence hall)
must be at least 21 years of age. It is the responsibility of the residents to ensure that no
underage drinking takes place at these events. The organizers of the event will be held
responsibleforanyviolationsorinfractionsoflaworuniversitypolicies.Onlyoneservingofthe
alcoholicbeverageatatimemaybedispensedtoanyindividual.
Policy 41.135: Workplace Violence
OHIO is committed to the goal of maintaining a safe, violencefree workplace. OHIO will not
toleratethreats,violentbehavior,ofanykindbyanyfacultymember,staffmember,students,
orvisitors.
Prohibitedbehaviorexhibitedintheworkplaceincludesthefollowing:

Directthreatsofviolence.
Impliedthreatsofviolence.
Stalking.
Possessionofweaponsofanykindunlesssuchpossessionoruseisarequirementofthe
job.
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Assaultonemployeesortheirfamilies.
Physicalrestraintorconfinement.
Dangerousorthreateninghorseplay.
Intentionalorrecklessdisregardforthesafetyorwellbeingofothers.
CommissionofaviolentfelonyormisdemeanoronOHIOproperty.
Anyotheractthatareasonablepersonwouldperceiveasathreatofviolence.

An employee who is the victim of violence in the workplace, or believes he or she has been
threatened with violence in the workplace, or witnesses an act or threat of violence in the
workplace,shalltakethefollowingsteps:

If the situation is one of immediate danger, contact the OHIO Police Department by
dialing 911, and may take whatever emergency steps areavailable and appropriate to
protecthimself,herself,orothersfromimmediateharm.
Ifthesituationisnotoneofimmediatedanger,reporttheincidenttotheappropriate
supervisorassoonaspossibleandcompletetheComplaintAllegingWorkplaceViolence
Form. Moreover, a police report should be filed with the OHIO Police Department at
(740)5931911.

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Useful Information
Is there an ATM on Campus?
ATMsoncampusareoperatedbytheOhioUniversityCreditUnion.ATMsarelocatednearthe
entranceofShivelyDiningHall,andonthefirstfloorandonthefourthfloorofBakerUniversity
Center.
Points of Interest
StroudsRunStatePark/DowLakehttp://parks.ohiodnr.gov/stroudsrun
HockhockingAdenaBikewayhttp://www.athensohio.com/whattodo/hockhocking
adenabikeway
KennedyMuseumofArthttp://www.ohio.edu/museum
DairyBarnArtsCenterhttp://dairybarn.org
AthensFarmersMarkethttp://athensfarmersmarket.org
OhioValleySummerTheaterMaryPoppins
https://www.facebook.com/OhioValleySummerTheater
OhioBrewWeekhttp://www.ohiobreweek.com/
BoogieontheBricksdowntownAthenshttp://boogieonthebricks.com
HockingHillsStateParkhttp://www.thehockinghills.org
LakeHopeStateParkhttp://parks.ohiodnr.gov/lakehopeandhttp://lakehopelodge.com
SouthernOhioCopperheadsBaseballhttp://copperheadbaseball.com/
Rollerbowlhttp://www.rollerbowllanes.com/

Shipping addresses for letters, and for packages

Ifyouplanonshippingsomeofyourpersonalitems,pleaseusetheaddressbelow:
Letters at Adams Hall
SpaceStudiesProgram2015
ParticipantFullName
AlvinC.AdamsHall
63SouthGreenDrive,RoomNumber(yourroomnumber)
Athens,OH45701,
USA
>YouwillthenhavetocollectyourlettersattheMacKinnonHall(#70onCampus
map)mailroomaccessiblewithyourkey.
Packages at the Deans Office
SpaceStudiesProgram2015
ParticipantFullName
Attention:ValeriePettit
152StockerCenter
AthensOH45701USA
>ThepackageswillbedistributedbytheParticipantLiaison,oranSSPstaff.
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Important Phone Numbers

Emergencies

Emergencynumber

911

Call911(911)whenyouneedimmediateassistancefromthepolice,thefiredepartmentoran
ambulance.911isatollfreenumberandcanbedialedfromanyphone,fixedormobile.
Everyone who calls 911 is asked a few questions to help the dispatcher accurately establish
the type of emergency and send the right responders to the appropriate location. English
speakingoperatorsareavailable.
Health Care
Ifyouaretakingmedicationsonaregularordailybasis,pleasebringsufficientmedicationfor
theentiredurationoftheProgram.
Hospital(foremergencyservices)

OhioHealthO'BlenessMemorialHospital(nearStockerCenter)
https://www.ohiohealth.com/obleness/

RecommendedPhysicians/WalkInClinics

ExpressCare265WestUnionStreetAthens
http://www.umadoc.com/specialties/express.php
HolzerClinic2131EastStateStreetAthens(pastWalMart)
http://www.holzer.org/services/clinicalspecialtyservices/erurgentcare/urgentcare/

Pharmacies

CVS32SouthCourtStreetAthens
http://www.cvs.com/stores/cvspharmacyaddress/32+South+Court+StreetAthensOH
45701/storeid=6193
CVS555EastStateStreetAthens
http://www.cvs.com/stores/storedetailanddirections.jsp?storeId=6184
KrogerPharmacy919EastStateStreetAthens
https://www.kroger.com/storeDirections?store=01600901

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WalMartPharmacy929EastStateStreetAthens
http://www.walmart.com/store/3486

Local Taxis
AthensGOTOCabhttps://www.athensgotocab.com/services.php
AthensGreenCabhttps://www.facebook.com/AthensGreenCab
594RIDETaxiServicehttp://594ride.net/
Local Bus Service
AthensAreaTransithttp://www.athenstransit.org/fullmapandschedule/

ISU Alumni Network & Outreach
Experienceshowsthatefficientoutreach,benefitingbothyouandtheISU,canbeobtainedif
you contact a journalist in your home country before departing, to inform him/her about the
programandyourparticipation.
If a journalist shows interest in interviewing you before, during, or after SSP, please let ISU
know. The ISU is ready to help you with contacts, interview preparation, and by providing
material.
TheISUPressRelationsGuidelineisavailableontheSSP15Website.Thisdocumentwillprovide
importantguidelinesforyoutofollow.
Formoreinformationpleasecontact:
GraldineMoser
HeadofBusinessDevelopmentUnit
Phone:+33(0)388655449
extrelations@isunet.edu

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Check List

PayTuitionfeebalance
SignSSP15Contract
PurchaseHealthand/orTravelInsurance
Applyforavisa(ifapplicable)
Maketravelarrangements
FilltheSSPLogisticOnlineForm(picture,bio...)

ToentertheUSA:
PassportvalidthroughyourentirestayintheUSAandsixmonthsbeyond
Visa(ifrequired)
Returntravelticket
Addressofwhereyouwillbestaying

Tobringtoregistration:
Passport/Visa
CreditCard(deposit)
Proofofinsurance
SignedSSP15Participantcontract(ifnotalreadysent)

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