True emergencies are actually quite rare. While losing luggage, tickets, or even a passport is inconvenient, they are not emergencies. Emergencies are situations in which there is an immediate threat to a student's health and/or safety. An emergency is an occurrence or situation that poses a genuine and sometimes immediate risk to the health and well-being of program participants.
Everyone needs to learn how to use the telephone and know how to locate and contact the appropriate individuals and organizations at your son or daughter’s program and in the countries that your son or daughter visits.
To call overseas, normally you dial 011 – Country Code – area code – phone number
To find any country code or area code and time zone, visit
www.countrycallingcodes.com/
Emergencies at Home
You should have a conversation with your son or daughter before they leave about what you will do in the event there is a death or serious medical situation in your family. Be sure you always know how to reach your daughter or son, even when they are traveling.
Emergency Phone Numbers
KSU Office of International Programs
785-532-5990
KSU Office of International Programs Emergency Line - PLEASE USE ONLY IN THE CASE OF A TRUE EMERGENCY
785-532-5494
T.W. Lord Study Abroad Insurance
1-800-633-2360
FAX 770-429-0638
Other Resources
US Department of State
http://travel.state.gov/
World Weather
http://www.worldweather.org/
Currency Converter
http://www.xe.com/ucc
World Fact Book
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/
Maps
http://www.embassyworld.com/maps/maps.html