Health and Safety
Kansas State University is committed to supporting the health, safety, and preparedness of all faculty and staff engaging in international travel for university-related purposes. We encourage you to review the resources below to ensure a safe and successful international experience.
- K-State Lafene Travel Clinic
- K-State Counseling Services
- U.S. Department of State
- International Travel Warnings and Alerts
- Country Profiles
- U.S. Embassy Information
- Emergency Assistance to Americans Abroad
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Overseas Security Advisory Council
- Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
International Health Insurance
Kansas State University faculty and staff traveling abroad on K-State business are covered under a blanket international health insurance policy. This policy covers important costs that could be incurred while traveling abroad, including Emergency Medical Evacuation, Repatriation of Remains, a Family Assistance Benefit, a Bereavement Reunion Benefit, a Security Evacuation Benefit, and Worldwide Travel Assistance.
To obtain additional valuable information about the policy, please visit the K-State Office of Risk and Compliance.
NOTE: K-State students traveling abroad on official K-State business, including attendance at conferences, work/intern abroad programs, volunteer abroad programs or study abroad programs should follow a different process. Please refer any students to Education Abroad in 304 Fairchild Hall (abroad@k-state.edu or 785-532-5990) for more information.