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When notified of an emergency related to the health and safety of a study abroad student, the following protocol should immediately be followed:

1. Identify and respond to the emergency first, then contact the University of North Georgia’s Public Safety dispatch at 706-864-1500.
2. When calling CGE administrator, please have the following information on hand as well as a pen and paper.
   • Nature of emergency—how many students impacted and how
   • Description of events, accidents or injuries and response provided—include approximate time and date of incident, as well as any actions you have taken.
   • Has anyone been notified outside of ÌìÃÀÉçÇø (embassy, insurance provider, parents, spouses, etc.)?
   • Provide a phone number where you (as Program Director) can be reached Can the student/s continue (and does he/she wish to continue) with classes?
   • Can you return (with the group) to your accommodations safely?
   • Does the group need to return to the US, or can the course be completed as scheduled for non-impacted students?
   • The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a factor when speaking to or about any student in our care.
3. Program Directors need to file an