College of Staten Island - Programs of Study

Table of Content

• First Generation College Students Abroad
• LGBTQ+ Resources for Study Abroad
• Student Experience
• Jewish Students Abroad
• Vaccination and Booster Requirements

Any decisions on shutting down particular buildings/areas within campuses, individual campuses, or multiple campuses, as appropriate, will be made by the Chancellery/COO’s Office in consultation with local/State authorities. All individuals should follow the CDCdomestic travel recommendationsandinternational travel recommendationsbefore reporting to work or campus and notify their manager in advance of the travel dates and should quarantine be required. Given that vaccines are mandatory for students living in campus housing, housing and dorms will resume normal operations with 100% of occupants fully vaccinated. Campus housing will ensure that adequate space is reserved for those residents who may need to isolate or quarantine. Protocols, such as those suggested by theAmerican College Health Association, are in place to care for those residents in isolation.

At this time, CUNY and CSI will not require face masks during the fall semester. Out Traveler – Blog-magazine-style resource with articles, travel tips, destinations, and more. Know the local laws concerning religion and, especially, as this relates to anything that may appear to be proselytizing. In some cultures, for instance, even a religious necklace could be considered proselytizing. Coordinate with you, the Center for Student Accessibility , and program staff abroad to arrange reasonable accommodations that will meet your accommodation needs.

First Generation College Students Abroad

Children accompanying a visitor who have business to tend to on campus for a limited time. CUNY’sVisitor Policyis designed to restrict anyone who has not been fully vaccinated or has not received a recent negative COVID-19 test from entering a CUNY campus or office. Participation in the random surveillance testing is mandatory and failure to participate will result in the removal of the individual’s Cleared4 access pass to CUNY spaces.

Another source for finding out about kosher options abroad isChabad.org,a global organization with more than 3,500 institutions worldwide. Often times, the local Chabad institution will have its own restaurant or meals and will usually have a page on its site dedicated to keeping kosher in that locale. A World Awaits You - Mobility International USA - a superb organization with countless resources for all kinds of ability and accessibility abroad. Students should be prepared for a difference in how the concept of "disability" and “accessibility” may be culturally defined abroad.

LGBTQ+ Resources for Study Abroad

As members of the Multi-Faith Center at the College of Staten Island, we welcome the entire campus community and strive to be valuable partners in CSI's vibrant and diverse student experience. As a Jewish organization on Staten Island, we are committed and collaborative partners in the community, helping to make Staten Island a great place to live, work, and study. Going to your ancestral homeland can be a very emotional experience because you are choosing the location not just for the academics, but for personal reasons as well. Some students will be able to meet with relatives, while others will be connecting with their ancestral history or the language of their family through coursework. Many students find that local community members have high expectations regarding the cultural knowledge and linguistic capabilities of heritage seeking students.

CSI is also a proud founding member of the College Consortium for International Studies offering programs throughout the world. CSI's programs are open to all students at CSI, CUNY, and at other colleges and universities in the U.S. This website offers a variety of resources on the topic of racial and social justice, to help educate and better inform our college community and beyond on these issues. The resources in this guide include books, essays, podcasts, films and documentaries, curricular and syllabus recommendations, and lastly, suggestions on how one can be an Agent of Change. Our online chat service is available 24/7 and is designed to support the CSI community needing assistance with research and other curricular issues. If a CUNY librarian is not available, an academic librarian from one of our partner libraries will assist you.

Student Experience

In most cases, your interaction with host nationals will be among the most rewarding aspects of your experience abroad. For more information on other CUNY programs open to CSI students, please visit /studyabroad. For more information on CSI study abroad programs per country, please click hereor use the map below to find our programs!. Anyone who would like to continue wearing masks in any setting is welcome to do so at any time. Some cultures may welcome you to attend local services, even if you do not believe in the faith.

For more information about CUNY’s COVID-19 testing program, please see theTesting FAQ. For general frequently asked questions, please refer to theGetting Back to Working in Person FAQ. If you still have questions, please contact yourHR Any students, faculty or staff engaging in official travel on behalf of CUNY must follow the latestapproval requirements for domestic and international travel. The organization offers maps and sexual orientation laws for countries the world over, in addition to other resources and data, and is a strong resource for up-to-date information. Hillel's mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. Hillel seeks to inspire every Jewish student to make an enduring commitment to meaningful Jewish life and community.

Jewish Students Abroad

Heritage seekers, at times, have idealized views of their ancestral homes, so it is important to go into the country with an open mind. You may be welcomed by the local community, but still considered an outsider. Often in the U.S., people will ask about your ancestral background and someone will reply, “I’m Chinese and Thai.” or “ I’m Irish, French, and German.”, but abroad, you may likely be seen as an American. The type of experience you will have abroad as a heritage seeker will be unique. Some students come home feeling very connected to their ancestral roots, while others return feeling more appreciative of their American roots. Either way, going abroad will give you a chance to learn more about your ancestral history and the culture today firsthand.

TheCenters for Disease Control and Prevention website offers advice for travelers with disabilities including your rights when traveling by air, assistance and accommodations, service animals, and other useful links. ALLABROAD.usis a comprehensive site for students interested in diversity issues abroad. The site also provides specific advice for African Americans, Asian and Pacific Islander Americans, Hispanic and Latino Americans and Native Americans. In some situations, however, your race, ethnicity or other identity anchors may be read or interpreted differently than you are accustomed to in the U.S. You may also encounter different cultural norms related to race and minority status, where racism and other forms of discrimination are performed, viewed, and addressed differently than you are used to. Study abroad offers you the unique and exciting opportunity to learn about and interact with people of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Think GloballyAct Locally

If your Advisor does not know the answers, they will be sure to find resources that can help answer questions and concerns you may have. One of the main challenges all students may face when studying abroad entails adjusting to the cultural norms in each country abroad. Likewise, one of the main challenges LGBTQ+ students may face entails adjusting to the LGBTQ+ cultural norms in each country abroad.

Local attitudes towards different individuals with disabilities and levels of accessibility can vary greatly from country to country. Diversity Issues in Study Abroadis a collection of Brown University student perspectives about diversity, identity and discrimination abroad. Understanding how cultural differences can impact perceptions of race, ethnicity, and identity in an international context is an important component of your preparation to study abroad. If you want to attend another CUNY college program, go to theOther Programs – CUNY program brochureand clickAPPLY NOW. The College of Staten Island offers a wide range of study abroad and exchange programs.

LGBTQ+ student study abroad stories:

Although the CSI Center for Global Engagement cannot guarantee that any or all our program sites can accommodate your specific needs, we will do our best to work with you in finding options. Please visit us and speak with a Study Abroad Advisor about programs that interest you. DiversityAbroad.comoffers discussion forums, destination guides, student blogs, and a funding directory to assist students of diverse backgrounds. Dates will vary by scholarship - pay close attention so that you don't miss any deadlines.

Though many women have successful experiences abroad each year, women travelers may face greater obstacles when traveling due to differences in their host country’s cultural values, attitudes, and behaviors toward women. The College of Staten Island, CUNY is a member of the College Consortium for International Studies whose mission is to provide a broad spectrum of quality international education opportunities abroad. CSI shares the CCIS vision of commitment to expanding opportunities for students to participate in high quality and affordable international education study abroad programs in diverse locations. The Center for Global Engagement at CSI shares the CCIS core values of excellence, affordability, accountability, participation, service, support, safety, advocacy, transparency and diversity.

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Table of Content

• Study abroad with the College of Staten Island
• Safety
• Testing:
• Resources for Diversity and Inclusion Abroad
• General Guidelines for Healthy Facilities
• CUNY and CSI COVID Guidelines: Fall 2022

CSI is also a proud founding member of the College Consortium for International Studies offering programs throughout the world. CSI's programs are open to all students at CSI, CUNY, and at other colleges and universities in the U.S. This website offers a variety of resources on the topic of racial and social justice, to help educate and better inform our college community and beyond on these issues. The resources in this guide include books, essays, podcasts, films and documentaries, curricular and syllabus recommendations, and lastly, suggestions on how one can be an Agent of Change. Our online chat service is available 24/7 and is designed to support the CSI community needing assistance with research and other curricular issues. If a CUNY librarian is not available, an academic librarian from one of our partner libraries will assist you.

A more open society will be more progressive about LGBTQ+ rights than a less tolerant society, however students can expect to have more culturally nuanced experiences. The Fa'afafine community in American Samoa, identifying themselves as third-gender, provides a concrete example of how gender identity is approached very differently in another culture. The legal status of same-gender marriage and sex are often metrics used to judge the openness of a society. You are encouraged to learn and explore the social climate and local conditions of your chosen country of interest using the recourses links below and to ask questions about LGBTQ+ safety abroad issues with your Study Abroad Advisor.

Study abroad with the College of Staten Island

Gradually signage indicating limited room capacity and 6’ distance requirements will be removed. Use resource links below to investigate and understand the LGBTQ+ climate of the foreign countries you are considering. Please let your Study Abroad Advisor know which gender you would prefer to have for roommates where possible. Also, many programs may allow for single-accommodation housing if you so choose. We encourage you to reach out to us and start exploring where you might study abroad.

Rapid tests will be available for approved screening circumstances when unanticipated entry to campus is required. The rapid tests will be distributed to CUNY testing sites and to selected locations on campus and will be tracked through the testing system for inventory and usage management. If you develop symptoms, get a test, stay home and follow the isolation guidelines above. Reduced capacity in the classrooms and communal spaces across the campus, including elevators, is no longer a requirement, and 6’ distancing is no longer required in lines or in stairwells.

Safety

Heritage seekers, at times, have idealized views of their ancestral homes, so it is important to go into the country with an open mind. You may be welcomed by the local community, but still considered an outsider. Often in the U.S., people will ask about your ancestral background and someone will reply, “I’m Chinese and Thai.” or “ I’m Irish, French, and German.”, but abroad, you may likely be seen as an American. The type of experience you will have abroad as a heritage seeker will be unique. Some students come home feeling very connected to their ancestral roots, while others return feeling more appreciative of their American roots. Either way, going abroad will give you a chance to learn more about your ancestral history and the culture today firsthand.

All of our study abroad programs enable you to explore both the traditions and the modern realities of the world from another perspective. OneSearch allows you to search for books, articles from journals, magazines, and newspapers, streaming video and DVDs , or to search across all of our resources in one place. Before coming to a CUNY campus, visitors are encouraged to consult the campus’ website to review the most current access rules and protocols. A link to each campus plan can be found onCUNY’s Spring 2022 Reopening Plans page.

Testing:

If you have a fever, continue isolation until you are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication. In lieu of a negative test, individuals may provide a doctor’s certification that they have recovered from COVID-19. In order to return to CUNY after isolation, you must receive a negative PCR or Antigen test .Collect the test sample only if you are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication and your other symptoms have improved. Test results will be accepted fromCUNY testing sitesor other licensed test providers. As soon as possible after they are notified that someone has tested positive for or been diagnosed with COVID-19, campuses should notify close contacts of exposure, in accordance with applicable privacy and other laws.

Choose a subject or course name from the list below to view the guide for that topic, or view a list of all our research guides. For safety protocols and updates regarding CUNY’s athletics programs, see theCUNY Athletic Conference Return to Sport Plan. All athletes will be required to produce a negative test before returning to campus for the Fall semester. As the largest Jewish student organization in the world,Hillelbuilds connections with emerging adults at more than 550 colleges and universities in North America and inspires them to direct their own path. During their formative college years, students are challenged to explore, experience, and create vibrant Jewish lives. With these resources and some preparation, we hope we can help you build a rewarding study abroad experience into your college degree.

Resources for Diversity and Inclusion Abroad

Whether you practice a religion or not, it is important to understand your beliefs in the context of your future host country’s religious culture and the role religion plays in daily life. CSI students will also need to complete a program application with the sponsor if you are attending another CUNY college program, a CCIS program that is not sponsored by CSI, or any other Unaffiliated program. Click APPLY NOW to start your Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 study abroad application! Our Research Guides help you find resources specific to your subject area or course.

Visit a CSI financial aid advisor to know how your current aid applies and how to obtain additional aid. Make sure to complete your FAFSA by the Priority Deadline - January 31st Every Year - for assistance. Women make up the majority of U.S. college study abroad students, accounting for up to 65+% of U.S. students abroad annually.

General Guidelines for Healthy Facilities

Safety concerns for LGBTQ+ students will vary from country to country and city to city. Homophobia and transphobia are not unique to any country, but rates of violence against LGBTQ+ individuals should be factored into your research of programs that interest you. It is important for you to be aware of any legislation restricting gender presentation and/or sexual activity among same-gender individuals in your countries of interest.

Testing to return to campus should only be done at CUNY safeCircle test sites when you are symptom free to protect you and others in the CUNY community. If you are recovering from COVID-19, you should not get tested until you have completed your isolation requirements and are symptom free. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, we encourage you to visit a public testing site near your home or use an at-home test kit. CUNY and CSI remain dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for our students, faculty and staff for the Fall 2022 semester. We continue to adhere to the latest CDC guidance and any requirements from New York State and New York City as well as CUNY’s policies and procedures.