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About Global Risk & Safety

The health, safety, and well-being of UAB students and faculty are the utmost importance for Education Abroad.

The Office of Education Abroad at UAB monitors worldwide travel conditions to equip our travelers with appropriate safety resources. The Office of Education Abroad also leads the Education Abroad Risk Management Committee and the Education Abroad Crisis Response Team to provide guidance related to international health, safety, and security.

UAB Education Abroad Risk Management Committee

The UAB Education Abroad Risk Management Committee consists of the Senior International Officer, the Associate Director of University Risk Management, the dean or associate dean (of international activity) of the student’s degree-granting school, and the Director of Education Abroad. For faculty and staff travel requests, the Office of Sponsored Programs serves on the panel.

View UAB's Travel Procedure to Restricted Regions →

UAB Education Abroad Crisis Response Team

The UAB Education Abroad Crisis Team is a carefully selected group responsible for assisting the Senior International Officer during an international emergency or crisis situation.

Learn More About the UAB Crisis Response Team →

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