Avoid walking in unfamiliar areas of a city alone or at night, and never accept rides from strangers.
Be as inconspicuous as possible in dress and behavior.
Stay in touch with the staff of your program/partner institution.
Be careful about divulging information about yourself and your program to strangers.
Be aware of the people and circumstances around you and pay attention to your instincts.
Have sufficient funds to purchase a ticket home.
Do not leave your bags unattended and do not transport a package or suitcase for anyone.
Avoid political demonstrations.
Be careful with money in public; a money belt worn under your shirt or pants will allow you to keep your passport, money and credit cards on your person at all times.
Keep copies of your credit cards, passport and other important documents to expedite cancellation and replacement in the event they are lost or stolen.
No Driving. Regulations and conditions abroad make driving dangerous.
If you are a victim of sexual assault, get yourself to a safe place and consider speaking with the study abroad staff at your host university as soon as possible. We encourage you to report it to NJIT’s Offices of Global Initiatives and the Dean of Students.
