Atlas: The University-Sponsored Global Travel Newsletter

 

Welcome to Atlas, our new university-sponsored global travel newsletter. We have designed this resource to support SCU faculty and staff proposing and leading university-sponsored travel for students or groups at the University. 

Atlas is our platform to offer guidance and resources for departments and programs in planning and supporting university-sponsored international travel. This issue will introduce you to the 2024-25 deadlines and provide important links below. Future issues will address topics in depth.   

Who was Atlas?

In Greek mythology, Atlas was a titan, a member of the first generation of the immortal gods. He ruled the cosmos and bore the heavens on his shoulders. Homer referred to Atlas as "the thinker of mischief," who knows the depths of the whole sea, and has under his care the pillars which hold heaven and earth. When later thinkers understood the earth to be round, representations of Atlas took on a new form, showing the God holding the globe on his shoulders. The 16th century cartographer, Gerardus Mercator, coined the term “atlas” to describe a collection of maps.

As always, we are here to consult with you about ideas and how they may fit within existing University structures and the resources available to support university-sponsored international travel. Please contact us so we can help. Reach out to us at associateprovostglobal@scu.edu. 

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Key links and resources for university-sponsored international travel:

• Attend the presentation, Proposing Programs Abroad and Supporting International Travel, October 29, 2024, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m., Aloysius Varsi Hall. Lunch provided.  RSVP by October 15.
• Get to know SCU’s University International Travel Policy: University International Travel Policy
• Familiarize yourself with the U.S. Department of State Travel Advisories: Learn more about DOS Travel Advisories
• Understand Department/Program responsibilities for University-Sponsored International Travel: Program Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities 
• Preview the International Travel Proposal: SCU International Travel Proposal 
• Plan for International Travel Proposal deadlines: 2024-25 International Travel Proposal Deadlines.
• Learn about the role of the Travel Policy Advisory Committee: Travel Policy Advisory Committee (TPAC)
• Are you a faculty or staff member traveling abroad individually for research or work?: Register Your Faculty/Staff Travel through the 1-Minute Travel Registry to ensure SCU travel insurance.

 

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