Fall 2005 Pre-Departure Handbook for Students

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Fall 2005
Pre-Departure Handbook for Students
Addresses and Phone Numbers ……………………………………………………...2
History of the Kartause …………………………………………………………….. 3
Schedule of Meetings and Deadlines ……………………………………………… 4
Semester Calendar ………………………………………………………………… 5
Costs ……………………………………………………………………………….. 6
Finances ………………………………………………………………………….7 - 9
Academics and Course Offerings ……………………………………………… 9 - 10
Residence Life, Housing/Discipline
……………………………………...11 - 13
Austrian Student Visa Requirement ………………………………………………. 14
Air Travel
…………………………………………………………………………15
Train Travel…………………………………………………………………………16
Parents Week
…………………………………………………………………….16
Customs & Packing
……………………………………………………… 17 -18
Medical Information……………………………………………………………19 - 20
APPENDIX
Packing List for Austria ........... A1-2
Sample Visa Application ......... A3-4
Cell phone information ........... A-5
Driving Directions to Gaming.. A 6
Vatican Information................. A7
Rules for Student Life.............. A8 -13
Academic Policies ................... A14-15
The Good/Ugly American........ A16-17
Medical Treatment in Austria .. A18-19
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Study Abroad Office (US):
Mary Beth Coen
Study Abroad Office
Franciscan University of Steubenville
1235 University Blvd.
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-6245 x 2375
FAX (740) 283-6401
mbcoen@franciscan.edu
Gaming, Austria Mailing Address:
Student Name
Kartause 1
A-3292 Gaming, NO
Austria, EUROPE
Gaming Office Telephone numbers (calling from the U.S.):
Main Office: 011-43-7485-986780
FAX:
011-43-7485-98470
(Note: some telephone extensions are different lengths)
Student Phones St. Francis House (Franziskushaus) Residence Hall:
Ground Floor:
011-43-7485-98641
2nd Floor: 011-43-7485-98691
1st Floor:
011-43-7485-98690
3rd Floor: 011-43-7485-98761
Samuel House Residence Hall: 011-43-7485-9867827
♦ The student phones listed above are for incoming calls and are available on each
floor of the St. Francis House (Franziskushaus) and Samuel Hall Residence Halls.
Austria is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time.♦
♦ E-mail: Students will have use of a computer lab at the Kartause to access the
Internet and to use E-mail accounts. Students can use their usual E-mail account/s
and access them from Austria. All students could also receive E-mail via the general
address listed below. An office assistant will send and receive E-mail on a daily
basis. Please note that attachments are very difficult to open – include all items
(including pictures) directly in the body of the E-mail.
General student E-mail address:
FUS@aon.at
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• Provide the student’s name in the subject
line.
In the year 1330, Duke Albrecht II of the Habsburg family ordered the construction of a
monastery situated in the middle of the steep, rocky, and richly wooded Otscher region of Austria.
It was dedicated as “Mariathron” or St. Mary’s Throne. Duke Albrecht and his family lived in one
portion of the Kartause while the Carthusian monks lived in another. The Kartause serves as the
ducal burial place for Duke Albrecht and his family.
The founding of the monastery necessitated the establishing of economic and social
infrastructures for its support in the area of Gaming. The roads leading through the area became
routes of great importance to the salt trade as well as the iron processing industry in this region.
The style of the former ducal residence of Gaming resembles a castle, characteristic of the
style of the medieval imperial castles. The construction of the spacious complex was completed
with the dedications of the chapter house in 1340 and the monastery church in 1342. It was the
largest Carthusian monastery of the order’s German-speaking province. It remains the largest
existing Carthusian monastery of the 15th century.
The Carthusian monks occupied the Kartause until the late 18th century. The monastery fell
into disrepair until 1983, when architect Walter Hildebrand undertook a complete renovation. In
the fall of 1991, Franciscan University opened its doors for the first time on it’s Austrian Program
when 89 Students pioneered the first semester in Gaming. Renovations have continued throughout
these past 14 years, recently adding 20 additional beds to increase student housing.
Franciscan University of Steubenville shares the Kartause with two other academic
programs. The Language and Catechetical Institute (LCI) offers 10 scholarships per year to
Eastern European students (from countries such as the Ukraine, Slovakia, and Lithuania) to study
English and Catechetics in Gaming. These students have a chance to practice their English and
learn more about American culture from Franciscan students as well as share their culture with
those around them. The International Theological Institute (ITI) is a Pontifical Institute that grants
higher degrees (MA, STL, and STD’s) through Rome. Approximately 60 ITI students live and
study in the Santa Chiara wing (St. Clare) of the Kartause. Ave Maria University sends 20 students
per semester to study at the Kartause. These AMU students come from both the US campus and
the Nicaraguan campus.
♦Official Name: Republic of Austria
♦Formation:
1918 Date of Independence; 1945 the current borders were established
♦Capital:
Vienna
♦Population:
8 million (total population); 55% urban-based population
♦Total area:
32,375 square miles (83,850 square km)
♦Languages: German (official language), Croatian, Slovene, and Hungarian.
♦Religions: Roman Catholic 85%, Protestant 6%, and other 9%.
♦Currency:
The Euro (New to Europe January 2002)
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Student attendance is required at the Pre Departure Preparation Meetings, which begin promptly
at 8:45pm in the Gallery in the J.C.Williams Center.
Meeting #1
Wednesday, February 23
Meeting #2
Wednesday, April 20
To Do List for Austria:
1. Austrian Questionnaire (yellow);
2. Austrian Program Contract (green);
3. General Health Form (pink);
4. 6 Extra (2”x2”) Photos submitted to Study Abroad Office;
5. Copy of official Flight Itinerary submitted to Study Abroad;
6. Completed Austrian Visa Application (white);
7. Actual Passport (NOT A COPY) submitted to Study Abroad
Office;
8. Course Registration for Austrian Program.
9. Housing / Roommate Form – complete at Housing Fair
(April 14 and 15, 2005).
10. Payment of tuition, room, board, and Austrian fee by
June 30, 2005.
Withdrawing from the Austrian Program
If a student decides to withdraw from the Austria Program s/he is responsible for
registering for classes on main campus, and making housing arrangements. The
$200 Austria deposit is forfeited upon withdrawing from the Austria Program. Other
fees and expenses are the responsibility of the student.
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TENTATIVE *** FALL 2005 SEMESTER CALENDAR *** TENTATIVE
WK
1
SUNDAY
28 AUGUST
American
students depart
USA
2
3
4
MONDAY
29
All students must
arrive at airport by
noon
4:00 Mass
8:00 Welcoming
social
5
A
2:00 Tour of the
Kartause
7:30 Travel seminar
11
12
A
Return from
Salzburg
4
18
19
25
Excursion to the
Danube River Valley
A
1st day of classes,
Checks issued
7:00 p.m.
Sacristan training
8:45 p.m. Server
training #1
6
7
8
B
Salzburg sign-up
deadline
Salzburg housing
deadline
13
B
A
20
B
27
B
2
morning & afternoon
B
FRIDAY
A
2nd day of
classes
Morning &
afternoon
classes will
meet today
9
2
3
A
4
B
Money transfer
Mid-terms
7
9
10
14
A
Optional
weekend
excursion to
Salzburg
15
B
16
B
8
16 Parents
17
depart USA for
Austria
9
23
A
21
A
22
B
23
24
29
B
30
OCTOBER
1
7
8
12:50 Group photo
(rain day)
28
A
24
30
A
31
12
6
Rome
13
20 Return to
27
A
Money transfer
Seniors begin online
registration at 3:00
p.m.
8:00 St. Francis talk
14 Freshmen begin
online registration at
3:00 p.m.
Rome
21
Gaming
14
13
4
25
11
ALL LIBRARY
BOOKS DUE
BACK
8
15
20
B
21
22
B
26
A
27
B
28
29
B
Checks issued
HST 327 Exam I
15
Faculty: Mid-term
deficiencies due in
office
2
A
Festival of Praise
3
28
A
9
A
10
Juniors begin online
registration at 3:00
p.m.
16
22
B
B
5
A
6
12
FINALS:
9:30
2:30
B
23
9:30
2:30
FINALS:
B
17
A
11 Sophomores
5
A
24
18
B
Thanksgiving
banquet and ball
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begin online
registration at
3:00 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
Travel to Rome
Travel to Assisi
Rome
19
Assisi
25
Assisi
26
Advent Fest at
Kartause begins
30
A
DECEMBER
1
B
2
3
7
A
8
9 FINALS:
10
Checks Issued
13
4
Last day to
withdraw
Rome
Checks Issued
29
B
Five day break
Rome/Assisi
novena begins
Rome
Money Transfer
All Calendar Events are Subject to Change
5
14
A
Checks Issued
Money Transfer
16
Ten day break
19
Honors Final
15
B
Mid-terms
All Saints Day
7
13
6
B
NOVEMBER
1
Set clocks back
3 a.m.  2 a.m.
11
A
Mid-terms
Parents arrive
Money Transfer
Parents depart
10
5
12
18
17
Festival of Praise
Checks issued
Mid-terms
11
Day tour of
Vienna
10
Incomplete grades
due
6
SATURDAY
3
Last day to add/drop
Checks issued
Checks Issued
12:50 Group photo
A
THURSDAY
1 B
8:30 p.m.House
meeting
9:30 Cell phone
information meeting
Money Transfer
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WEDNESDAY
31 Money transfer
All day orientation
Textbook 2:00 distribution 4:15
7:15 p.m. Ministry
meeting
9:00 p.m. Blessing
of Francis House
Money transfer
Twelfth Annual
International ProLife Pilgrimage
to Mariazell
5
TUESDAY
30
Immaculate
Conception
14
2:30
16 USA
17
3:30-5:30 p.m.
return flights
Textbook return
All students
Cell phone return
depart campus
Room check-out
by 9:00 a.m.
‘A’ and ‘B’ designate the two daily class schedules.
FINALS:
15
9:30
2:30
♦$200 Deposit is required, which is applied towards tuition, room and board charges
for the Austrian Program semester. This deposit is forfeited if the student does not
attend the Austrian Program during the semester for which the deposit was paid.
♦Tuition, Room & Board are the same as it will be on the Steubenville campus for
the 2005-06 year: $10, 335 USD* (Full-time tuition $7660, Room & Board $2675.)
*Prices are subject to increase in March 2005.
♦The $700 Austrian Program Fee goes towards textbook rental (students do not
purchase textbooks**, they rent them), activitiy fee, and FUS sponsored group
excursions. All textbooks** are distributed in Austria and are to be returned at the
end of the semester. The University will bill students at cost for lost or damaged
textbooks. ** Students who make special arrangements for teleconferenced
courses are required to purchase and bring to Austria those required textbooks.
♦Airfare: Approximately $1200 USD round trip with group fares; Refer to handout
from Student Flights, Inc./ ISE Cards, our group travel agents. 1-800-255-8000
♦Six 2” x 2” photos: Photos will be used by for the Study Abroad Office, Austrian
Visa, and International Student ID Card.
♦Passport $85.00
♦Austrian Student Visa is required. There is no fee for Americans or Canadians.
For citizens of all other countries the fee runs approximately $85.00 USD.
♦Laundry Fee: €20.00
Personal Spending Money: (approximately €2,500 = $3,500 for the semester)
It is ideal to budget for a minimum of $150 USD per week spending money. The
semester is 16 weeks long. This amount takes into account traveling each 3-day
weekend. If the student is not purchasing a Eurail train pass for personal weekend
travel, they may find that they will need less money.
Optional Costs:
♦Eurail Pass: Cost varies depending on specific rail pass purchased. (Usually
between $250-$750) It is best to purchase two passes (a 10-day and a 5-day), since
each pass is only valid for two months and the semester runs for four months. See
additional handouts from Student Flights Inc.
♦Additional International Health Insurance coverage. Optional depending on
student need. (Refer to page 20.)
♦Vorteilscard Card: Student card for discount train travel in Austria. This card is
available only after a student arrives in Austria (for students under 26 years of age)
and costs approximately €20.00.
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All charges for the Austrian semester are due by June 30, 2005. Checks should be
made payable to Franciscan University of Steubenville.
All payments should be mailed to:
Enrollment Services
Financial Aid
All aid awarded on the Steubenville campus is available for the Austrian Program
with the exception of:
♦ SWOP: Students awarded SWOP (Student Work Opportunity Program) will
find it impossible to work enough hours to earn the full $500 SWOP award during
the semester they are living in Austria. Students can reasonably expect to earn only
$200 toward their SWOP amount due to travel schedules. Therefore the SWOP
award will be reduced from $500 to $200 for the Austrian Semester. This will be
reflected in the student’s bill for the semester. The majority of the work
opportunities in Austria are custodial work. Students must be sure to take care of
all paperwork for financial aid by June 30, 2005.
♦ Loans
Please note that some college loans come in a check form. Some lenders of Stafford
loans, as well as certain outside loans require the student and the University to
endorse a check. If this occurs, the checks will be mailed to Austria at the beginning
of the Austrian semester for the students to endorse and return to the Financial Aid
Office in Steubenville. NO REFUNDS WILL BE WIRED TO AUSTRIA UNTIL THE
LOAN CHECK HAS BEEN DEPOSITED IN THE STUDENT’S ACCOUNT. If you
have any questions when choosing a loan as to which come in a check form, please
contact the Financial Aid Office at 740-283-6226.
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♦ Outside Scholarships:
For students who receive outside scholarships: occasionally there are scholarships
that need to be endorsed by both the student and the University. When this occurs,
the checks will be mailed to Austria at the beginning of the Austrian semester for the
students to endorse and return to the Financial Aid Office in Steubenville. N O
REFUNDS WILL BE WIRED TO AUSTRIA UNTIL THE SCHOLARSHIP CHECK
HAS BEEN DEPOSITED IN THE STUDENT’S ACCOUNT.
Money Transfers
If parents wish to send money to students during the semester, they can do so
through an arrangement with Enrollment Services on the main campus of FUS. We
will accept personal checks, US money orders, or cashier’s checks payable in US
funds to: Franciscan University of Steubenville. The check should be clearly
marked on the memo line: Austria Money Transfer and the student’s name
(VERY IMPORTANT). Parents of international students should send only US
money orders. The money should be received by Enrollment Services by the Friday
prior to the dates listed below. It will be transferred and the next day the student will
receive the money in Euros. This is a free service FUS provides for students.
Scheduled dates for transfer of money for Fall 2005 are:
August 31
September 12, 19
October 3, 24
November 7, 21
December 5
Checks or money orders
should be sent to:
Corporate Cashier
Enrollment Services
Please note: it is very costly to wire money to a student directly through a bank or
Western Union. The nearest Western Union to the Kartause is one hour away. FUS
offers this free service to best assist students and parents. For all questions, please
call Financial Aid directly at (740) 283-6226, ext. 1135. Please inform parents,
benefactors and friends that there is no means of cashing a US check or a money
order in Austria.
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ATM CARDS
We HIGHLY recommend that parents have access to student’s checking accounts
while they are in Europe. For all ATM cash or debit cards, check with the bank to
make sure it has international access. Also, money must be in a checking rather than
a savings account, despite what the bank may tell you. At most ATM machines
(Bankomats) in Europe there will be only one option – to withdraw cash. There will
be no choice for which account or to transfer funds between accounts.
Recommendation: Contact your bank to set up online banking. ATMs in Europe do
not give you account balance. Online banking will enable you to check your account
regularly and possibly even transfer funds.
Schedule of Courses Offered
The final course listing for Austria will be available with the course listing for main campus in
March. You will register for Austrian courses during registration in March. Be sure to plan your
courses with your Advisor.
Dept. No
Sec
Course Title
ECO
ECO
ECO
ECO
GRM
GRM
GRM
HON
HON
HON
PHL
PHL
PHL
THE
THE
THE
THE
GA
GA1
GA2
GA
GA1
GA2
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
GA
Principles of Economics I
Economics and Everyday Life
Economics and Social Ethics
International Trade and Finance
Elementary German I
Elementary German I
Intermediate German I
Honors Program III
Honors Program V
Honors Program VII
Philosophy of the Human Person
Metaphysics
Foundations of Ethics
Introduction to Scripture
Christian Moral Principles
Christian Marriage
Western Spirituality
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201
436
436
427
101
101
201
201
301
401
113
211
212
102
115
341
436
Credit Days Time
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
MW
MW
TR
MW
MTW
MTW
MTW
TBA
TBA
TBA
MTW
MW
MTW
TR
MW
TR
MW
10:25-11:55am
2:55-3:55pm
10:25-11:55am
4:00-5:45pm
1:50-2:50pm
2:55-3:55pm
4:00-5:00pm
TBA
TBA
TBA
1:50-2:50pm
8:45-10:15am
4:00-5:00pm
10:25-11:55am
10:25-11:55am
8:45-10:15am
8:45-10:15am
Core
Social Science
Social Science
Social Science
Communications
Communications
Communications
Humanities
Humanities
Humanities
Theology
Theology
Theology
Theology
All Austrian students are required to register for 15 credits and maintain this full-time credit
load for the duration of the semester. The Assistant Dean of Faculty in Steubenville, Mrs.
Virginia Zoric, will have final authority in reviewing any requests before course registrations are
submitted, including any course audits.
Every student enrolled in the Franciscan University Austrian Program is held accountable for the
academic policies as listed in the current university catalog.
Although students are encouraged to travel on weekends and the ten-day break, class attendance is
mandatory. Many provisions have already been made for plenty of free time to travel. Skipping
classes to extend a travel period is considered a serious offense that could result in being restricted
to the Kartause for a period of time or in being dismissed from the Austrian Program. Professors
have adopted the following policies:
1. Tardiness is a serious matter. Each instructor will specify his or her policy regarding this in
class.
2. Every absence must be discussed with the Professor. Even one absence constitutes a
serious matter. There is no such thing as a “free day” or “skip day”.
3. Two absences may well affect the final grade adversely, at the discretion of the instructor.
4. Three absences will certainly be treated as grounds for having failed the course, as
described under “Authority of Instructors” in the University catalog.
Registration for Classes for Spring 2006
It is critical that students meet with their academic advisor to plan courses for the Austrian semester
and to determine a rough idea of classes needed for the following Spring 2006 semester. Students
will be required to submit to the Study Abroad Office the pre-registration form for Spring 2006
classes.
Academic Probation:
Students who are on an academic warning or academic probation are still considered
eligible to study in Austria. However, should a student be academically dismissed
from FUS at the end of the semester immediately prior to Austria, the dismissal
holds for both main campus and for the Austrian Program and the student will
forfeit his/her opportunity to go and his/her Austrian deposit. Other fees and
expenses are the responsibility of the student.
Book rental is included in the Austrian fee of $700. Students are responsible for
returning the books in good condition. Students who make special arrangements for
teleconferenced courses are required to purchase and bring to Austria those required
textbooks. Students should note that notebooks and supplies are available in
Gaming, but the prices tend to be more expensive. Binders and notebook paper in
Europe are a different size than in the United States.
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HOUSING IN AUSTRIA
The semester prior to departure for Europe, students will complete a Roommate
Form at the Housing Fair and choose their preferred roommates. The Housing Fair
for Fall 2005 will be held Thursday, April 14 and 15 in the Gallery, JCWC.
Current resident students will notify their current Residence Hall Director of their
plans to attend the Austrian Program by visiting the table for their current hall at the
Housing Fair. All Austrian-bound students will need to visit the Austrian Program
table to complete their Austrian Roommate form. Students will have the option to
live with an Eastern European roommate studying with the Language and
Catechetical Institute (LCI) and to share the experience of different cultures,
religions and political issues. All of the European students will be housed with
Franciscan University students in Franziskushaus or Samuel Hall, our residence halls
at the Kartause. Living with an Eastern European roommate has proven in past
semesters to be very valuable for both parties involved.
If a student decides not to participate in the Austrian Program after attending the
Housing Fair, the student will forfeit their Austrian deposit and will need to pay a
$150 Room deposit in order to secure a room on main campus. S/he will receive
whatever housing is available at the time, having already forfeited their housing
assignment on main campus.
Austrian Students will receive their room assignments after they arrive in
Gaming. The rooms in Franziskushaus and Samuel Hall are double, triple, or
quadruple occupancy. Cooking devices and electric heaters are not allowed in the
student bedrooms. Kitchens are available for students in Franziskushaus.
DISCIPLINARY CLEARANCE
Participation in the Austrian Program is a wonderful privilege as well as a unique
challenge, therefore, a student on disciplinary probation for the semester prior to the
semester of Austrian enrollment, will NOT be allowed to participate in the Austrian
Program. The Dean of Students will review all students’ disciplinary records.
Students who have serious or repeated violations of the Code of Student
Conduct will not be permitted to participate in the Austrian semester until such
time as they clearly demonstrate the personal maturity to study abroad. Please
refer to the Student Life Handbook (used on the main campus) for the Code of
Student Conduct.
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Should a student be placed on disciplinary probation at any time during the
semester prior to Austria, even after initial clearance is given, the student will
need to sit out one additional semester to be considered eligible. The student
will forfeit his/her Austrian deposit. Other fees and expenses are the
responsibility of the student.
DISCIPLINE IN AUSTRIA
The disciplinary policies of the Austrian Program are consistent with the
Steubenville campus policies with a few modifications made to accommodate the
uniqueness of the Austrian setting. Students going to Austria are expected to behave
in a mature, responsible fashion. The specific policies for Student Life in Austria are
located on pages A8 – A13 of the Appendix.
HOUSING UPON RETURN FROM AUSTRIA
For students planning to spend a semester in Austria, it is important to be aware of
their housing responsibility. Students will still be expected to live on campus when
they return to Steubenville, and they are also responsible for housing costs.
Spending a semester in Austria does not give students precedence to request an
exception to the residency requirement because they cannot afford to live on campus.
Students and families must plan accordingly for all their expenses, including those
that await them upon their return in Steubenville.
All students must sign housing contracts prior to their semester in Austria.
• Students who lived off campus during the semester before they go to
Austria may sign a one-semester contract for their semester in Austria and
continue to live off campus when they return.
• Students who do not meet eligibility requirements to live off campus must
reside in campus housing upon their return from Austria.
• If students wait until they are in Austria to apply for an exception to the
Residency Requirement, they are subject to all cancellation fees as outlined
in the Residence Living Terms and Conditions.
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The Residence Directors (RD’s) in Austria will hold a Housing Fair for the students
in November 2005 to choose housing. At this time, all Austrian students will
complete a Housing Preference Form. The Student Life Office will consider all
preferences indicated by the student when making room assignments, however, no
guarantee of a specific assignment is implied. If a student does not indicate any
preference, he/she will be housed in whatever housing is available.
While we support household life, there is not always available space in the residence
hall or floor where the student’s household lives. We make every effort to
accommodate household members returning from Austria in the space that is
available. If we are not able to accommodate the student’s preferences for hall or
floor assignments, we will place the student on a waiting list and notify the student if
and when a space becomes available.
At the end of the spring semester, the Student Life Office will send housing
assignments to Austria and each student will receive a room confirmation notice
indicating their housing plans upon their return to Steubenville. Any questions can be
addressed to the Coordinator of Residential Services, Ms. Kim Krampert, in the
Student Life Office in Steubenville at 740-283-6441 or by email at
kkrampert@franciscan.edu
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A visa is an endorsement or stamp that is placed in the passport by a foreign
government which permits someone to visit a country for a specified amount of time
and for a specified reason.
AUSTRIAN VISAS
In addition to their passports, students are required to have an Austrian student visa
for their extended stay in Austria. There is no fee for the student visa for students
that carry Canadian or United States Passports. For citizens of all other
countries there is a fee of approximately $85.00 USD. Please make money orders
payable in US funds to “Austrian Consulate General” (personal checks are not
accepted) and submit with Visa application.
The Study Abroad Office will send the student visa applications to the Austrian
Consulate in November. Listed below are the items that must be submitted to the
Study Abroad Office. All items will be forwarded to the Austrian Consulate and
passports will be returned to students (before the end of the semester) with the visa
laminated to one of the pages inside.
♦Passport ( signed )
♦Visa Application, completed and signed
♦A copy of official flight itinerary from travel agent or
airline. DO NOT type up your own itinerary.
♦Non-U.S. Passport holders must also submit original
I-20 form or U.S. Green Card (It will be returned.)
US CITIZENS
US citizens do not need visas for tourist travel less than 90 days to Western and
Eastern European countries.
INTENATIONAL STUDENTS
Non-US citizens may need tourist visas for each country they plan to visit. All
international students must obtain a tourist visa to ITALY valid for at least 12 days
for the 10-day trip to Rome and Assisi.
Non-US citizens must inquire about applying for visas for other countries and are
responsible for paying the applicable fee. Before leaving for Europe, be sure to
check with the Consulates or Embassies for the particular countries you intend to
visit in Europe. You may check the following website for assistance:
http://www.embassy.org/embassies/
The paperwork could take a few weeks for each visa, so students should begin early.
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TRAVEL TO AUSTRIA
All students are encouraged to travel to Vienna using our group travel agents. A
handout from Student Flights Inc. / ISE Cards (1-800-255-8000) will be distributed
listing group rates. If a student is not planning on flying with the group, he/she will
have to meet the group at the Vienna airport by noon on Monday August 29, 2005.
RA’s should arrive in Vienna on Monday August 21, 2005. The Study Abroad office
requires a copy of each student’s flight itinerary.
ARRIVALS
Orientation begins at the Kartause once the students arrive. Attendance is required
for Orientation. Since the Gaming student housing is used as a hotel between
semesters, neither early arrival nor late departure is permitted. Students who choose
to arrive early must find housing on their own. Students meeting the group on the
morning of August 29 are provided transportation to the Kartause, but the Gaming
staff is unable to provide transportation for students arriving early. Directions to
Gaming from the Vienna Airport are included in this handbook.
DEPARTURES
Please schedule student’s return flights to depart Vienna on Friday December 16,
2005. RA’s will depart on Saturday December 17, 2005.
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WEEKEND TRAVEL
Classes are scheduled four days a week to permit optional three-day travel weekends.
Students are encouraged to travel in small groups on these free weekends. Classes
end early afternoon on Thursdays to allow students to catch overnight trains.
TEN-DAY TRIP TO ROME AND ASSISI
A ten-day excursion to Rome and Assisi is built into the Austrian semester as a part
of the curriculum for all students who participate in the Austrian Program. The costs
of lodging and most meals are included in the Austrian fee of $700. Students and
Gaming staff will travel to Rome/Assisi by train using a Eurail Pass. Non-US
citizens will need to obtain a tourist visa to visit Italy - please refer to page 14 of this
handbook for further details.
10-DAY BREAK / 5-DAY BREAK
Students will have two longer breaks for excursions of their choice. Students often
choose to visit sights further away than weekend travels might permit.
STUDENT DISCOUNT CARDS
All students will receive an International Student ID card from our group travel
agents, Student Flights Inc. / ISE Cards (1-800-255-8000), regardless of whether the
student purchases the group airfare. The Austrian Fee of $700 covers the cost of this
card.
Parents, family and friends are invited to attend a week in Austria touring Salzburg,
Vienna, and the Danube River Valley, experiencing life at the Kartause and the
charism that makes us Franciscan University! Whether you come with us to visit
your son or daughter or to rest and relax as you enjoy the beauty of Austria, we invite
you to join our Christian Outreach sponsored pilgrimage. The dates for The Austrian
Experience - Parent's Week are set for October 16 - 24, 2005. For detailed
information on how to accompany our group or for any questions, please call
Christian Outreach at 1-800-437-8368 or 740-283-6314.
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RE-ENTRY TO THE U.S.
Students should know the rules and regulations concerning US customs before they
leave the States in order to know what they will face when they return. On their
return, students will be asked to declare orally and in writing all items purchased
abroad. American citizens are entitled to purchase up to $800 worth of merchandise
abroad without having to pay import duties on it. Above the $800, there will be
duties to pay. One liter of alcoholic beverages may be included in this exemption if
the student is 21 years of age or older. Keep receipts from purchases in order to
verify their value for customs declaration when returning to the USA. If students
take foreign made personal articles (watches, cameras, etc.) with them to Europe,
consider getting a certificate of registration from the nearest Customs Office. This
will expedite their free entry when they return. Parcels containing gifts may be sent
from abroad to the USA duty-free, providing the total value of such parcels received
by one person on one day does not exceed $50. Each package should be marked
“Geschenk” - Gift Enclosed.
AUSTRIAN IMMIGRATION / CUSTOMS
Do not mail anything of value to Austria. It is possible that it will never reach a
student in Gaming or the student may have to pay more than its value to retrieve it
from Customs in Vienna. Do NOT attempt to ship any medications (over the
counter or prescription). They will be confiscated at customs. It is important for
students to bring an ample four-month supply of all medications with them to
Austria.
LUGGAGE
Airline luggage regulations allow travelers to check two bags and to carry on one bag
without charge. One piece of checked luggage cannot exceed 60 lb. and 62 inches
(adding length, width, and height) with the second piece not exceeding 50 lb. and 55
inches. (To check an extra piece of luggage, the cost is approximately $125.00; this
piece must not exceed 60 lb. and 62 inches.) One carry-on piece, not exceeding 40
lb. and 45 inches is also permitted. Students should take a backpack (which is ideal
for weekend travel) that can be used as the carry-on bag. Please note that airline
liability for loss, delay, or damage to baggage is usually limited unless a higher
value is declared in advance and additional charges are paid. (Contact airline for
further information) If you are interested in baggage insurance, check with your
family insurance agent.
PACKING
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Students should stay within the free luggage allowance and not over-pack. Students
will be carrying their own luggage, so it shouldn’t be too heavy or bulky. Some
room should be left for souvenirs on the return trip. Luggage limits are the same on
the return trip, so consider leaving some items in Gaming. Label luggage inside and
outside with student’s name, the Gaming address, Gaming phone number, as well as
home address, and home phone number. Students should not pack passports in bags
that will be checked because the student will be required to show the passport when
entering and leaving the country. Passports and money should be carried
securely on each person. Clothing should be comfortable, but not too casual (shorts
are usually not well accepted by Europeans). Clothing may be labeled so it won’t get
lost in the laundry room.
VALUABLES
When traveling, students should keep money, passport, and Eurail pass in a safe
place (under your clothing in a money pouch). A record of travelers’ checks should
be kept separate from the checks themselves so they can be replaced if lost or stolen.
Valuable cameras should be insured. Students’ return airline tickets will be collected
by the Director of Student Life for safekeeping. It is a good idea to copy the inside
front page of your passport with picture and date of issue and carry the copy with
you separately whenever you travel. This could speed up the process of replacement
in case the passport is lost or stolen. Students should not take valuable items such as
jewelry with them to Austria. The University does not assume responsibility for the
loss, damage, or destruction of personal property.
Electrical Appliances
It is recommended that students bring only electrical items that run on batteries.
Even appliances with converters often burn out quickly if not immediately. Consider
purchasing a European hairdryer or appliance to avoid this problem. The voltage for
electrical appliances may vary, but in most cities and towns it is 220.
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HEALTH CLEARANCE
A student's overall health is a factor that is considered when reviewing an application
to study abroad. The closest large hospital, mental health facility, or medical
specialist is two hours away in Vienna. If a student's condition requires treatment that
is not available at the Kartause or in the local area, approval to study abroad may be
postponed to another semester.
GENERAL HEALTH FORM
Students’ General Health Forms will be forwarded to the staff in Austria. We ask that
students note any medical conditions that might cause problems while in Austria or
any medications to which they are allergic. Students taking any regularly prescribed
medications should take along a semester’s supply (in the original container).
Students who wear glasses or contact lenses should take along an extra pair or a copy
of the prescription. Because vitamins, cold medicine, etc. are difficult to find and
expensive in Austria, students should take a supply with them. These items
cannot be mailed over; the Austrian government Customs office will confiscate
them.
MEDICAL DOCTOR
An English-speaking doctor is available in the town of Gaming. If a student needs
allergy shots on a regular basis while in Austria or has the need to keep medication
refrigerated, please contact your family physician and notify the Study Abroad
Office one to two months before departure to make the necessary arrangements.
DOCTOR VISITS
Should a student need to schedule a doctor visit, s/he will need to speak with one of
their Residence Directors. Since Austria maintains socialized medicine, all medical
care costs are billed to the government through the employer. Franciscan University
acts as the employer in this regard for our students and therefore pays the initial
charges for our students’ medical care. The student should be prepared to pay the
charges (approximately $30.00 USD / 25 Euros for an office visit to the doctor) to
the main office of FUS in Austria at the time of the doctor visit.
HOSPITALIZATION / EMERGENCY ROOM SERVICE
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The nearest hospital is approximately 15 minutes from the Kartause in the town of
Scheibbs. In light of Austrian Socialized medicine, all hospital expenses incurred are
payable at the time of discharge from the hospital. For this reason, Franciscan
University pays all charges on behalf of the student. Students and their parents will
be responsible for the direct repayment to Franciscan University whether or not an
insurance carrier will reimburse it.
These charges will be posted to the students’ Franciscan University accounts here in
the States and will be converted from the Euro to the US Dollar at that time. Payment
is due in USD to Franciscan University’s main campus in Ohio. Students must pay
Franciscan University – FUS will not wait to be paid by the insurance company.
INSURANCE
All students must have medical insurance that is valid overseas for at least 112 days
or 16 weeks. Students who are not covered can purchase excellent coverage from
Cultural Insurance Services International at approximately $30 per month (up to
age 25) and approximately $46 per month (ages 26-30). You may contact CISI at 1800-303-8120 or 203-399-5137 or www.culturalinsurance.com
All students will receive an International student discount card as part of their
Austrian fee. This card is issued through our group travel agents, Student Flights
Inc. / ISE Cards (1-800-255-8000). The cards provide for student discount rates at
many tourist sites worldwide, as well as SECONDARY health insurance including
medical evacuation and repatriation. Please refer to the brochure included with the
card.
TUBERCULIN SKIN TESTS
Prior to leaving for Austria, we encourage each student to have a PPD skin test for
tuberculosis. This test result should be no more than one year old. To update the
student’s TB test, contact the Franciscan University Health Center at ext. 7223 to set
up an appointment. There is no charge to have a test done at the Health Center on
our main campus. There is a slight but possible risk of exposure to Tuberculosis in
certain parts of Eastern Europe. While Franciscan University of Steubenville does
NOT require the PPD skin test, we highly recommend it.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Neither the University nor the US government requires immunizations to go to
Europe. However, you may check with your physician or the county health
department to see if they recommend any shots. Certain areas in Austria have ticks
that may carry Lyme disease. Immunizations are available for Lyme disease. This
series of shots must begin one year prior to departure.
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Appendix
Packing List for Austria …………………..
Sample Visa Application ………………….
Cell phone information …………………..
Driving Directions to the Kartause ………..
Vatican Information ……………………….
Rules for Student Life …………………….
Academic Policies …………………………
The Good American In Europe ……………
The Ugly American In Europe……………..
Medical Treatment in Austria………………
A1 - A2
A3 - A4
A5
A6
A7
A8 - A13
A14 -A15
A16
A17
A18-19
The following is a list of suggested items that the Austrian Staff and previous
students in Gaming have found to be useful for International travel.
TRAVEL GEAR
___Two Suitcases (one may weigh 60 lbs., the other 50 lbs. when packed.)
___Waterproof Backpack (comfortable/padded straps and adjustable waist belt
recommended, something easy to carry for weekend travel)
___ Combination Locks for Backpack/Suitcases
___ Battery Operated Travel Alarm Clock (clocks not supplied in Gaming)
___ Pocket Flashlight (and batteries)
___ Travel Pouch for Passport/Money and Eurail Pass
___ Toiletry case for weekend travel
___ Moist towelettes
___ Small travel towel and washcloth
___Rick Steve’s Europe Through the Back Door, Catholic Shrines of Western
Europe, Catholic Shrines of Central and Eastern Europe, and/or Thomas Cook
European Timetable
CLOTHING
Please be aware that throughout Europe there is an unwritten rule that pants/skirts are
more acceptable than shorts.
Bring comfortable clothing that you can layer due to the constant weather changes
___ Thermal Long Underwear
___ Heavy Socks
___ Walking Shoes/Hiking Boots (Waterproof and very comfortable shoes are
helpful!)
___ Dress Shoes
___ Warm winter coat (removable linings are very helpful)
___ Hats/Gloves/Scarves for winter season (churches in Europe are not heated)
___ Raincoat and Umbrella
___ AT LEAST two nice outfits (there are several special events throughout the
semester; especially the Papal Audience)
___ Jeans/ Khakis – a pair of waterproof pants are helpful for travel in rainy weather;
___ Slacks/Dresses (Sunday Mass Clothes)
___ Sweaters / Cardigans that layer
___ Shorts/T-Shirts/ Exercise Clothes (there is a new workout room)
___ Bathing Suit (there is access to an indoor swimming pool close to the Kartause)
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EXTRAS
___ Bible (required for several courses) & Journal
___ School supplies: paper, envelopes, notebooks, pens
___ Email/Phone #/Addresses of family and friends (esp. people in Europe to visit)
___ Pictures of family and friends
___ Calling Card Information with International access numbers when dialing from
abroad.
___ Insurance policy information
___ Student Identification Card and Youth Hostel card (if purchased)
___ Photocopy of inside front page of passport (leave a copy with parents too)
___ Toiletries; shampoo, face wash, etc.
___ Towels / washcloths
___ Prescription medications, vitamins, cold tablets, Tylenol, etc.
• It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to bring more than an ample supply for the
semester
___ Walkman/CD Player (with extra batteries) it is best to bring electrical items that
run on batteries. Electrical appliances with converters often burn out quickly if not
immediately.
___ Hairdryer (consider purchasing one in Europe due to electrical differences.)
___ CAMERA/FILM/extra batteries (both are more expensive in Europe)
___ Musical Instrument (recommended as a carry-on for the plane)
___ Pocket calculator for currency conversions
___ Spending money in cash/ credit cards/ debit cards. It is recommended to bring at
least one separate credit card in addition to one ATM/Debit card.
• If you bring an ATM cash or debit card, check with your bank to make sure
it has international access.
• Also, your money must be in a checking rather than a savings account.
♦ Supplied at the Kartause ♦:
There will be HANGERS, SHEETS, PILLOWS, A COMFORTER, and a COFFEE
MUG supplied at the Kartause for each student. These will be collected at the end of
the semester.
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Austrian Consulate General
Chicago
Application for Schengen Visa
Photo
This application form is free.
1. Surname(s) (family name(s))
FOR EMBASSY /
CONSULATE USE ONLY
Bush
2. Surname(s) at birth (earlier family name(s))
Date of application :
3. First names (given names)
George W.
4. Date of birth (year-month-day)
5. ID-number (optional)
File handled by :
1950-05-15
6. Place and country of birth
Houston, Texas USA
Supporting documents:
7. Current nationality/ies
8. Original nationality (nationality at birth)
USA
9. Sex
Male
Valid passport
Financial means
USA
10. Marital status :
Female
Single
Other
11. Father’s name
Married
Separated
Divorced Widow(er)
Invitation
Means of transport
Health insurance
Other :
12. Mother’s name
George H.W. Bush
Barbara Bush
13. Type of passport:
National passport
Alien’s passport
Diplomatic passport Service passport Travel document (1951 Convention)
Seaman’s passport
Other travel document (please specify):
………………………………………………………………………… ………….…
14. Number of passport
15. Issued by
123456789
NEW ORLEANS
16. Date of issue
Visa :
17. Valid until
29 AUGUST 2000
Refused
Granted
28 AUGUST 2010
18. If you reside in a country other than your country of origin, have you permission to return to that country?
No
Yes, (number and validity)
……………….……………………………………………………
* 19. Current occupation
Characteristics of Visa :
STUDENT
* 20. Employer and employer’s address and telephone number. For students, name and address of school.
LTV
1235 University Blvd. Steubenville OH 43952
A
B
C
21. Main destination
22. Type of Visa :
GAMING, AUSTRIA
Airport transit
Long stay
24. Number of entries requested
Single entry Two entries
23. Visa :
Transit
Short stay Individual
D
25. Duration of stay
Multiple entries
number of days
Number of entries :
……112…………
26. Other visas (issued during the past three years) and their period of validity
27. In the case of transit, have you an entry permit for the final country of destination?
No Yes , valid until:
Issuing authority:
(List the years of any previous visits to the following
European countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Greece,
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden)
* 28. Previous stays in this or other Schengen states
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2
Multiple
Valid from ………………..
To ………………………..
Valid for :
…………………………… .
* The questions marked with * do not have to be answered by family members of EU or EEA citizens (spouse, child or dependent
ascendant). Family members of EU or EEA citizens have to present documents to prove this relationship.
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D+ C
Collective
29. Purpose of travel
Tourism Business Visit to Family or Friends Cultural/Sports Official Medical reasons
Other (please specify): ….EDUCATION / STUDY……………………………………………..
30. Date of arrival
* 31. Date of departure
AUGUST 1, 2005
DECEMBER 31, 2005
32. Border of first entry or transit :
33. Means of transport
AIRPLANE
34. Name of host or company in the Schengen states and contact person in host company. If not applicable, give name
of hotel or temporary address in the Schengen states
Name
Telephone and telefax
•
43-7485-986780
Full address
e-mail address
Kartause 1
A-3292 Gaming, N.O.
AUSTRIA
fus@aon.at
* 35. Who is paying for your cost of travelling and for your costs of living during your stay?
Myself Host person/s Host company. (State who and how and present corresponding
documentation):………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………… ………………………………….
* 36. Means of support during your stay
Cash
Travellers' cheques
Credit cards
Accommodation
Other:
Travel and/or health insurance. Valid until: ………………………………………………..
37. Spouse’s family name
39. Spouse’s first name
38. Spouse’s family name at birth
40. Spouse’s date of birth
41. Spouse’s place of birth
42. Children (Applications must be submitted separately for each passport)
Name
1
2
3
First name
Date of birth
43. Personal data of the EU or EEA citizen you depend on. This question should be answered only by family members of
EU or EEA citizens.
Name
First Name
Date of Birth
Nationality
Number of passport
Family relationship :
of an EU or EEA citizen
44. I am aware of and consent to the following: any personal data concerning me which appear on this visa application form will
be supplied to the relevant authorities in the Schengen states and processed by those authorities, if necessary, for the purposes of a
decision on my visa application. Such data may be input into, and stored in, databases accessible to the relevant authorities in the
various Schengen states.
At my express request, the consular authority processing my application will inform me of the manner in which I may exercise my
right to check the personal data concerning me and have them altered or deleted, in particular, should they be inaccurate, in
accordance with the national law of the state concerned.
I declare that to the best of my knowledge all particulars supplied by me are correct and complete.
I am aware that any false statements will lead to my application being rejected or to the annulment of a visa already granted and
may also render me liable to prosecution under the law of the Schengen state which deals with the application.
I undertake to leave the territory of the Schengen states upon the expiry of the visa, if granted.
I have been informed that possession of a visa is only one of the prerequisites for entry into the European territory of the Schengen
states. The mere fact that a visa has been granted to me does not mean that I will be entitled to compensation if I fail to comply
with the relevant provisions of Article 5.1 of the Schengen Implementing Convention and am thus refused entry. The prerequisites
for entry will be checked again on entry into the European territory of the Schengen states.
46. Telephone number
45. Applicant’s home address
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC 20019
47. Place and date
Washington, DC
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555-555-5555
48. Signature (for minors, signature of both parents,
February 23, 2005
custodian/guardian)
George W. Bush
FOR EMBASSY /
CONSULATE USE ONLY
Mobile Phone Rental Program:
In the attempt to respond to the current needs of students and families, the Franciscan University of
Steubenville has chosen to offer mobile phones at a low rental fee. Providing safety to traveling
students is the primary reason for offering easy access to the mobile phones. However, the students
will benefit greatly from the convenience of instant access to telecommunications.
Important phones information:
• Very small and light weight
• Each provides personal voicemail
• Capable of sending and receiving short text messages and internet email
• Capable of calling the US or receiving calls from the US
• Capable of calling and receiving calls in over 25 countries (including Western, Central and
Eastern Europe)
• Unlike in the US, it does not cost anything to receive calls on these mobile phones while the
user is inside Austria. It will only cost the person who makes the phone call to the mobile
phone.
• Mobile phone to mobile phone calls, within Austria, have discounted prices
• Each phone has an alarm clock function, thus eliminating the need for a separate travel
alarm clock
• No Credit Card is required
• No Contract is required
• The pre-pay airtime cards are sold at stores all over Austria
Due to the historic nature of the student residences of the Kartause there is very limited landline
telephone access. These mobile phones provide each student renter the opportunity to
communicate with family and friends at times that are convenient. The phones also improve the
communication of traveling student groups as they try to coordinate with each other in cities and
countries throughout Europe.
Rental Procedure:
At the beginning of each semester students will be able to rent the phones by submitting a
refundable deposit and rental fee. Students are given a training seminar on the use of the phones
and instructed in the policies of the rental agreement. The phones must be returned in good
working order at the end of the semester to receive a full refund of the deposit. The amounts due at
the beginning of the semester are:
• 40€ fee for the rental of the phone
• 50€ deposit on the phone
(The total of 90€ is collected at the time the phones are distributed. The amount must be paid in
the Euro Currency, students will be given ample time to exchange US currency before the amount
is due. When the phone is returned in good working order the 50€ deposit will be refunded.)
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Driving Directions to Gaming from Vienna:
1. Drive west on A1 to Ybbs
2. Take exit 100 for 25 to Ybbs, Scheibbs
Wieselburg.
3. Follow 25 South into Gaming
4. The Kartause is on 25 on the right, just
after the town center.
There is a hotel at the Kartause available for guests.
office@kartause-gaming.at
Telephone: 011-43-7485-98466
(from USA)
FAX: 011-43-7485-98466-15 (from USA)
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The Bishops’ Office for U.S. Visitors
To the Vatican
If you are interested in trying to obtain tickets for events
at the Vatican, PLEASE plan ahead. Provide the number of tickets
requested and the date(s).
This office receives many requests for tickets, and needs
ample time to respond.
If you are hoping to attend Vatican events at Christmas or Easter, plan
as early as possible as these tickets can go quickly.
Please contact:
nacvisoffrome@pnac.org
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Living in the Kartause: General Information and Policies
A. Use of the Kartause:
The Kartause is home to several organizations, from education institutions to a hotel, restaurant,
and private residences. Therefore, it is important for the residents of the St. Francis House and
Samuel Hall to be respectful of the rules governing the proper use of the facility. As guests of this
historic and holy building we must be careful to build a good reputation for our University among
the greater Kartause community and throughout Gaming.
The Franciscan University community is invited to use the full resources of the St. Francis House,
Samuel Hall, the Mensa, the classrooms, the seminar rooms, the St. Jerome Library, the church
courtyard, the church and small chapels. Additionally, students are encouraged to visit the
facilities of the International Theological Institute, Language and Catechetical Institute, Ave Maria
College, and eat at the Johanna Stüberl.
It is FORBIDDEN for students to enter any facility labeled “privat”, the courtyard beyond the
church, the Baroque Bibliothek, any area above the choir loft, or to climb the bell tower.
Additionally, students are reminded that they are not permitted to climb or be on the fire escapes,
sit in the bedroom window or to go on any roof surface. It is also forbidden to have snowball
fights, play sports, or cause a disturbance in the areas directly in front of St. Francis House, the
front courtyard terrace, and the back patio. Any misuse of the facility is a serious violation of the
student code of conduct and will be a cause for severe fines, service sanctions, or dismissal.
It is also expected that all students will actively clean up after themselves and show great care for
the historic Kartause. It is strictly forbidden to leave any area of the Kartause grounds or buildings
a mess after using it. Mud from sports should be cleaned off in the area near the trashcans. No
mud is to be brought into the Kartause or the Mensa. Any dirty item (clothing, shoes, cleats, etc…)
left in the hallway or in the laundry room will be confiscated and a fine will be charged to retrieve
the item. Visitors and tour groups are permitted to tour the facility including the St. Francis House
at all times of the year. Therefore, we all must strive to leave the Kartause in presentable fashion.
B. Open House:
In general, students are not permitted in the rooms of members of the opposite sex, or to linger in
front of their rooms when the door is open, except during open house hours.
1. Open house hours begin at 2pm on class days and 12 noon on free days. They end at 8pm
on nights before class days and 11pm on nights before free days. Open house hours apply to
the patio behind St. Francis House and to the terrace attached to rooms 105, 106, 107.
2. During open house hours, while members of the opposite sex are visiting in each other's
rooms, the room door must be kept completely open.
3. A violation of the open house policy is considered a major infraction of Kartause
regulations. Sanctions may include: a) fines up to €100, b) disciplinary probation, and c)
suspension from the university for the semester. (This list is not exhaustive.)
C. Quiet Hours:
1. On nights before class-days, quiet hours are in effect between 9:30 pm and 9:00 am; on
nights before free-days, between 11:00 pm and 9:00 am.
2. Quiet hours apply everywhere in St. Francis House as well as in the areas immediately
surrounding it (e.g. courtyard and terrace in front of St. Francis House, patio behind and in
front of St. Francis House). It is especially important that conversations are not held in the
hallways and that all talking in the hallways is done in whispers.
3. Violation of quiet hours will result in a €10 fine.
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4. Fines must be paid within 24 hours to the Residence Directors or they will be doubled.
Repeated quiet hour violations will be dealt with at the discretion of the Residence
Directors.
5. Please be mindful of the noise generated by your activities at all times in order to be
courteous and respect the needs of others. In this sense "Courtesy Hours" are in effect at all
times.
D. Individual Bedrooms:
The following guidelines are in effect because of these reasons: the rooms are expensively
furnished; the rooms require a high level of care to be adequately maintained; and the University
shares St. Francis House with other companies and groups.
1. Room decoration guidelines:
a. To hang posters/pictures in your room, use the tacks provided. DO NOT USE
TAPE, PLASTI – TACK, OR YOUR OWN TACKS. The RAs have FREE tacks
to give to any students who would like to hang pictures. Please see them during
duty nights.
b. Furniture: you are free to arrange the beds, desks, chests, and night tables in any
configuration so long as the furniture will not be damaged by your configuration of
it. DO NOT MOVE THE CLOSETS OR WOODEN BED LIGHTS ON THE
WALL.
2. Candles and open flames of any kind are not permitted in the individual bedrooms, or
anywhere at the Kartause.
3. Please do not place objects such as food, bottles, clothes, etc. in any windows of the St.
Francis House; objects which are visibly placed in these windows may be removed and will
be subject to a €10 fine. Also, sitting in your windows is not permitted.
E. Visitors:
Anyone wishing to host a visitor must first make sleeping and eating arrangements with the
Residence Directors at least 48 hours in advance of the visitor’s arrival. In general, such
permission will be granted only to family members and friends of the university. No overnight
visitors are allowed during the Rome & Assisi Pilgrimage, or during Finals Week. The student
who hosts the visitor is responsible for instructing the visitor on the unique living situation of the
Kartause and explaining the house rules. It is also the responsibility of the host to make sure the
visitor pays for all of his/her meals in the Mensa. The RDs will explain the meal costs and the
process of paying for the meals of all visitors.
Meal Prices for visitors:
a. Breakfast
b. Sunday Brunch
c. Lunch
d. Dinner
3€
7€
6€
6€
F. Study Rooms:
Each evening several rooms will be available for private or group study. These rooms include: the
Audi-Max, the Audi-Min, the seminar rooms between the Audi-Max and the Audi-Min, and the St.
Jerome Library. These rooms are multi-use rooms and at times may be reserved for an arranged
function. At any time when they are not reserved, they are available for study. Please respect the
other people who use the rooms and remember to clean up your space when you are finished. The
chairs should be returned to their original position, tables should be straightened, and the lights
should be turned off. Many of these rooms have high ceilings, beautiful views and large open
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spaces, they provide a majestic place to read and seriously consider the content of our courses here
in Gaming.
G. Common Rooms:
1. The common room, Z06, is open 24 hours a day.
2. The common room is primarily meant to provide small groups (such as households or study
groups) with a gathering place. While anyone may use the common room, these groups are
to be given priority.
3. The common room can be reserved by small groups and clubs. To reserve it see the
Residence Directors.
4. The common room must be cleaned immediately after use!
H. Kitchenettes:
1. The kitchenettes on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors are open 24 hours a day.
2. Students may have individual snacks and drinks in their rooms, but should move to a
kitchen for larger gatherings, such as for birthday or pizza parties.
3. The kitchens must be cleaned immediately after use!
I. Room Reservations
Common rooms, St. Francis Room, and the tea kitchens should be reserved with the Residence
Directors at least 24 hours in advance for small group gatherings, meetings, and parties.
J. Laundry room:
1. The laundry room is open 24 hrs./day for student use. There are, however, gender-specific
days to provide both males and females with ample opportunities to do their laundry during
the week. Women may use the laundry room on Tuesdays and men will be able to use
the laundry room on Wednesdays. (Note: The last load of laundry on nights before
gender-specific days must be started no later than 11:00 pm / 23:00) The laundry room is
open for all to use Thursday -Monday.
2. A one-time fee of €20 will be charged for the use of the laundry room, and will be collected
from all residents of the St. Francis House and Samuel Hall. This fee will be due to the
Residence Life staff by the first Friday of Orientation Week. Each student is then permitted
an unlimited amount of use of the washing and drying machines throughout the semester.
3. The €20 fee will be collected at ORIENTATION MEETING II or by the RAs during
their duty nights. It is important that the fee is paid by the first Friday of Orientation week
to avoid any late charges and/or fines.
4. Please keep the laundry room clean and DO NOT place anything on top of the machines.
Any laundry left in the laundry room for more than 24 hours may be confiscated in an effort
to keep the room clean. (Confiscated laundry may be claimed for a €1 fee)
K. Fitness Room
The Fitness Room is provided for the health and personal fitness of our students. However, due to
the limited number of students in the Austrian Program we are not able to provide full staff
coverage of the room. Students are reminded to use the equipment in a safe manner and to take
care not to injure themselves while using the equipment. Students are also reminded that use of the
room is done at their own risk. The rules associated with using the room are posted in the room,
but it is important to note the following:
• The Fitness Room is open 24 hours a day with the condition that noise is kept to an
absolute minimum during quiet hours
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•
•
All students who wish to use the room must first meet for a brief orientation of the
equipment of the room with the Fitness Room Trainer. The Fitness Room Trainer will post
his/her hours for the semester on the door.
At the beginning of each exercise session students must sign in and identify what
equipment they will be using.
L. Mensa:
1. Utensils and food may NOT be removed by students from the Mensa (e.g., food, mugs,
dishware, etc.).
2. Sack lunches may be requested 48 hours in advance by following the instructions listed on
“Sack Lunch Request Board” located in the Mensa. Only one sack lunch per person, per
week, is allowed to replace a lunch or dinner of the day you are traveling, i.e., you may not
eat that meal in the Mensa and then take a sack lunch-to-go. Sack lunches must be picked
up at the time posted on the board.
3. Problems should be reported to the kitchen, in a courteous, respectful manner (treat other
human beings as you would like to be treated yourself). Every kitchen worker is trying hard
to do his/her best.
4. It is better to take small amounts than to throw away half the meal.
5. Mealtimes:
a. Breakfast 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
b. Sunday Brunch 10:30 - 12:00 noon
c. Lunch 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
d. Dinner 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
6. Meals may be eaten only in the Mensa. One breakfast drink may be taken out of the Mensa
if it is in a student’s own coffee mug, as provided by the University.
7. Please bring the dishes, silverware, and glasses to the appropriate counter after every meal.
8. Please throw away the left over food, banana peels, bones, and paper napkins in the
appropriate containers.
9. Visitors who wish to eat in the Mensa must pay the RDs the following:
a. Breakfast
3€
b. Sunday Brunch
7€
c. Lunch
6€
d. Dinner
6€
M. Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages:
All students are allowed to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages with the following
understanding:
1. All use of alcoholic beverages must be responsible. Misuse or abusive use of alcohol will be
dealt with according to University policy.
2. Large amounts of alcohol, such as kegs, may not be stored in rooms.
3. Parties/Socials are to be held in common areas only. The common rooms, the kitchens, and
the St. Francis Room may be reserved for socials with alcohol. The applicable section of the
University Student Handbook is as follows:
“Any organization’s official event must receive prior approval from the Director of
Student Life to serve alcohol. It is the obligation of the organization sponsoring an
event to monitor the drinking and to stop serving anyone who is obviously not
moderating his/her own intake. No organization or group may advertise a University
event at the Kartause or in Gaming in such a way that alcohol is used as an
inducement to attend the event, and alcohol is not to be sold in multiple quantities
such as “two-for-one.” At any event where alcohol is served, non-alcoholic
beverages, as well food, are to be prominently displayed and served.”
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4. Consumption of alcohol is restricted from public areas such as the hallways, the foyer, the
front porch and the back patio of St. Francis House, and the general outdoor area around the
Kartause.
N. Smoking:
Smoking is not allowed anywhere inside of the Kartause's buildings used by the University. A fine
will be imposed for smoking anywhere inside the buildings. Cigarette butts must be placed in
proper containers outside. Please do not put other things such as leftover food or soda cans in the
cigarette butt containers.
O. VCR & DVD Use Policy
1. There is one VCR & DVD player for use in the Austrian Program and the Language and
Catechetical Institute. The VCR & DVD players are locked in the common room and the
key must be checked out from the RA Office.
2. To reserve the VCR or DVD player, use the VCR & DVD Reservation form, which is
available outside the RA office.
3. To check out a Video or DVD, one must visit the RA office during duty hours and fill out a
movie checkout card. To return the movie, one must obtain the corresponding movie
checkout card from an RA while they are on duty in the office.
4. Any damages to the VCR or DVD player will be charged to the person(s) who reserved it.
5. Regarding the use of videos:
a. Videos and DVDs are located in the RA Office and must be checked out properly
and returned there immediately after their use. Missing videos and DVDs must be
replaced by those who have signed them out.
b. Movies that comply with the established standards may be shown. The general rule
is that movies should correspond to the AIII or lower rating of the United States
Bishops Conference. The Residence Life Staff reserves the right to approve certain
movies that have higher than AIII ratings.
P. Sheet Exchange:
Approximately once every four weeks there will be a sheet exchange. Please bring your folded
sheets to the laundry room where you will receive clean linens in exchange for your dirty ones. The
sheet exchanges are on Tuesday nights between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. You must return your sheets by
8:00 p.m. or you will have to wait until the next exchange for clean ones.
Q. Student Photocopying & Faxing Policies
The photocopy machine in the main office is our only copier and is a very expensive piece of
equipment purchased and maintained by the University to serve its official programs. We also have
one Fax machine primarily for business use. Any personal use by students of either of these
machines is an exception to this primary purpose, and is therefore subject to the following policies:
"Personal use" is defined as using the copier for any and all copies made by students, which were
not assigned by a faculty or staff member for university business. For example, copying other
students’ lecture notes is personal use. The cost for photocopying is 10 cents per page. Faxing
documents costs 30 cents per page. You must pay the secretary in full before receiving your copies.
R. Bicycles:
University bicycles are available for student and staff use. These bicycles are located outside of St.
Francis House, at the far end near the parking lot. Bicycle keys may be obtained from a RA or RD
and must be returned with 24 hours of borrowing them. Failure to return keys on time may result
in a €5 fine per day late.
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General Policies:
1. Anyone using these bicycles must strictly adhere to European traffic regulations.
2. Only one person should be riding the bike at any one time.
3. No bicycle may be ridden at night unless properly equipped with headlights.
4. Bicycles are available on a first come, first serve basis.
5. The bicycles are not allowed to be used to go to the train station and left for the weekend at
the train station.
6. Any damage to the bicycle or other property is the responsibility of the rider to pay.
7. RAs are available to check out the bicycles and check them back in. Each bicycle must be
inspected by the RA to see that it is in good working order and that it is locked to the
bicycle rack.
S. Payment of Fines/Contributed Services for Minor and Major Infractions
Student sanctions are issued immediately following the event of an infraction. Students are
required to comply with the details of the sanction in a timely fashion. All students are encouraged
to speak with the Residence Directors to review the details of the infraction and the sanction. If the
infraction requires payment of a fine, the amount must be paid by the student while studying at the
Kartause. No, fine will be voluntarily applied to the student account.
Students may be able to satisfy their sanction requirements through service to the community. This
option will only be offered to students who are actively participating in a student work job at the
Kartause. It is intended that hours of contributed services and/or fines given as disciplinary
measures be of benefit to the community here and it’s up-building.
If a student ignores both the hours of service and the payment of fines (all to be done in less than
two weeks) these remaining charges will be added to their student account and will be doubled to
cover administrative and bookkeeping charges.
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Academic Policies
Every student enrolled in Franciscan University Austrian Program courses is held
accountable for the academic policies and current practices as listed in the
University Catalog. This catalog is available in the St. Jerome Library at the
Kartause as well as online at
http://developer.franciscan.edu/CourseCatalog2004/ Students
are responsible for all written and oral instructions given by administrators and
professors during orientation and throughout the semester.
This page highlights some of the more important policies with regard to the Austrian
Program. All italicized quotes are from the University Catalog section on Academic
Policies.
Class Attendance
The University fosters a policy of student participation in which all students
are expected to attend every course for which they are registered. Regular
and punctual class attendance is a privilege extended to capable, qualified
men and women who have indicated their desire to be responsible members of
the University community. This privilege may be withdrawn in any course by
an action of dismissal.
At the beginning of the semester, each instructor states a policy regarding
absences. Thereafter, class attendance is a matter solely between the
instructor and the student.
Authority of the Instructors
No student will be permitted to enter upon the study of any subject if, in the
opinion of the instructor and with the approval of the Dean of the Faculty, the
preparation necessary to insure competent work is lacking.
Every student is required to satisfy the instructor in each course of study, in
such a way as the instructor may determine that the work of the course is
being performed in a satisfactory manner. Assignments are due when
specified by the instructor. Instructors will periodically report to the Dean of
the Faculty the names of students whose attendance or work is unsatisfactory.
Any instructor, with the approval of the Dean of the Faculty, may at any time
dismiss from a course any student who, in their judgment, has neglected the
work of the course. A student thus excluded will be recorded as having failed
the course, unless the instructor determines otherwise.
In the context of the Austrian Program, all of the instructors have adopted the same
basic policy regarding absences, as follows:
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1. Even one absence constitutes a serious matter. There is no such thing as a “free
day” or “skip day”.
2. Everyone with two absences will be reported to the Dean of the Faculty. Two
absences may well affect your final grade adversely, at the discretion of the
instructor.
3. Three absences will certainly be treated as grounds for having failed the course, as
described under “Authority of Instructors.”
4. Tardiness is also a serious matter. Each instructor will specify his or her policy
regarding this in class.
Cheating
A student who cheats on any test or plagiarizes a paper shall fail the course
and have a memorandum of this action placed in his or her file. If a student
repeats this action, dismissal will result, with the action so noted in the
student’s permanent record.
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The Good American in Europe
The Good American operates on the assumption that the other cultures of the world
are worthy of respect, and that they have a right to their own unique integrity.
The Good American learns at least enough of other languages to be able to get by,
and makes a serious effort to become fluent in one or more of them.
The Good American is quiet, reserved, and discreet in public.
The Good American tries to blend in with European customs and takes it as a high
compliment when he is mistaken for a European.
The Good American dresses appropriately for the occasion - formally for formal
occasions, semi-formally for semi-formal occasions, and informally for informal
occasions.
The Good American celebrates the differences between cultures and finds them
interesting.
The Good American is polite and respectful towards service workers (waiters, hotel
clerks, shop clerks, etc.) in recognition of the dignity of all human persons.
The Good American thinks before he asks, so that his infrequent questions and
requests are reasonable.
The Good American is unassuming, self-effacing, and humble.
The Good American is courteous to everyone he meets.
The Good American never complains, is thoughtful and considerate to others, and
seeks to avoid inconveniencing anyone.
The Good American understands that the Roman Catholic Church is truly universal
and international, and that the nations of Europe have been Catholic for centuries,
since long before America was even discovered.
The Good American understands that Europeans have different business practices
and charge differently for their goods and services.
The Good American sees himself as a student of European culture.
The Good American is embarrassed and apologetic when he inadvertently lapses into
Ugly American behavior; he sees himself as the foreigner, as the guest in another
land, and as the ambassador for his own culture.
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The Ugly American in Europe
The Ugly American operates on the assumption that American culture is superior to
all other cultures in the world, and that the other cultures should all just be
Americanized.
The Ugly American does not learn other languages. He feels that people from other
cultures should just learn English.
The Ugly American is loud, and demonstrative, and likes to draw attention to himself
in public.
The Ugly American makes no effort to blend in with European cultures – he insists
on prominently and publicly displaying American attitudes and behaviors.
The Ugly American always and everywhere dresses in the same uniform – shorts (or
jeans), tee shirts, baseball caps, and white sneakers.
The Ugly American becomes angry when Europeans don’t do things the American
way.
The Ugly American is an irate customer, and feels free to abuse, insult, threaten, and
humiliate service workers, because, after all, “the customer is always right.”
The Ugly American frequently asks unreasonable questions and makes unreasonable
requests, because, after all, “it doesn’t hurt to ask.”
The Ugly American has usually had “assertiveness training.”
The Ugly American feels that the rules of courtesy do not apply to him.
The Ugly American is an enthusiastic proponent of the culture of complaint, and
does not hesitate to cause trouble and start fights, or to engage in belligerent and
confrontational behavior.
The Ugly American thinks that the universal Roman Catholic Church in other
countries should conform to the practices of the American church.
The Ugly American is frequently suspicious of Europeans, and often feels that he is
being “ripped off” when it isn’t so.
The Ugly American prefers American pop culture over European classical culture
and is not interested in learning from Europeans.
The Ugly American is neither embarrassed nor apologetic about any of this, but on
the contrary, militantly insists on his right to behave like and Ugly American.
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Medical Treatment
Austria has a socialized health care system that functions quite differently from the American
health care system. In America, one would often seek a specialist or medical care at a hospital
independently and without consulting another doctor, whereas in Austria, the system is referralbased, which requires one to go through the local “Haus Arzt” (house doctor / local doctor) to
visit other doctors/the hospital. There are typically no appointments made in Austrian doctors’
offices. One simply must show up, turn in a piece of paper with his/her name and birth date
(DD/MM/YY) and University name, receive a number, and sit and wait.
1. General Treatment for Sickness:
a. First seek out the services of our “Haus Arzt”:
Dr. Claudia Reiter, Im Markt 7, A-3292, Gaming, NÖ, AUSTRIA
+43 07485 98400
M, W, TH: 8:00-12:30
F: 8:00-12:30, 16:00-18:00
Tuesday: CLOSED
Note: Waiting numbers are only given out until 11am, so arrive before 11.
Gender of Doctor: Female
Dr. Reiter’s office is located above the Sparkasse (bank located just past the Schlecker)
along the main street of Gaming. The entrance to her office is behind the bank, (the side
opposite the main street of Gaming). It is best if you arrive at her office no later than
7:45am to wait in line for a number. Upon turning in your name, birth date, and University
name, and then receiving your number, ask the receptionist approximately what time the
doctor will see you. Both Dr. Reiter and Frau Seidl, the receptionist, speak English
fluently.
Should Dr. Reiter find that you should see a specialist or seek further treatment at the hospital,
she will issue you an Überweisung (referral) with the doctor’s name, address, and telephone
number. Please bring this Überweisung to the Residence Directors to arrange for transportation
to your referral site. (Note: WITHOUT an Überweisung, you will be charged DOUBLE for
treatment at the hospital, as this violates proper medical procedure in Austria.) There is a
5€ fee for transport to any nearby referral (in Scheibbs, Gresten, Purgstall, etc.), a 10€ fee for
transport to referrals greater distances from the Kartause (in Amstetten, St. Pölten, Linz, etc.),
and a 25€ fee for transport to Vienna.
b. If Dr. Reiter is not available (e.g. on Tuesdays, when she is on vacation, etc.), you can
choose to see Dr. Gobara, a General Practitioner in Gaming. He speaks very limited
English. His office is located beyond the Gaming church and toy store on the left side of the
street. (Look for the green “Arzt”—“doctor” sign.) His office hours are:
Dr. Mohiedin Gobara, Tormäuerstrasse 3, Gaming, NÖ, AUSTRIA
+43 07485 974310
M, Tu, Th: 8:00-11:00
F: 8:30-11:00, 17:00-18:00
W: CLOSED
Gender of Doctor: Male
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2. Billing Procedure:
Doctors here in Austria do not accept American health insurance directly. When dealing
with a doctor here, there are two options available, depending on each doctor’s individual
practice; have the bill sent to the University, then reimburse the school by paying the
secretary in the main office, Frau Gerlinde Adam, yourself, or simply pay the bill directly to
the doctor at the conclusion of the appointment, depending on the doctor’s method of
payment. (Note: in the case of Dr. Gobara, he uses deposit checks with the total printed on
them that you must take to the bank with a cash payment for the total amount.) For the
hospital and many doctors, the only option available is to have the University pay the bill
and then pay the University in turn. It is important that that you keep all receipts and papers
possible from any and all doctor/hospital visits. Depending on your insurance plan’s
reimbursement /overseas health care policy, you will have to provide these papers/receipts
to them. We can assist you in translating any necessary paperwork into English.
Getting reimbursed by your health insurance after reimbursing the school yourself is your
own responsibility. The University can aid you in obtaining the proper papers and/or
forms, but again, it is your responsibility to communicate with your insurance company as
to following proper procedure/protocol for reimbursement.
3. Dental Needs:
If you have a serious dental problem that requires medical attention while you are here in
Austria, please see the Residence Directors to set up an appointment with Dr. Heil in
Scheibbs:
Dr. Ekkehard Heil, Gaminger Strasse 31, A-3270 Scheibbs, NÖ, AUSTRIA
+43 07482 423070
Dr. Heil speaks and understands English well. If it is an emergency, you will most likely be
told to come in at 7:30am the next day before their appointments begin. If you would like
any type of pain killer to be used (e.g. Novocain), make sure you tell the doctor before he
begins. Austrians do not typically use pain killers at the dentist.
Note: NEVER use the dentist in Gaming, because anesthesia is not administered for
treatment.
4. Eye Care:
For general eye care (glasses, routine eye exam, eye infections, etc.) see the Residence
Directors to make an appointment at Dr. Zuchristian’s office in Scheibbs:
Dr. Hermann Zuchristian, Erlaufpromenade 30, A-3270 Scheibbs, NÖ,
AUSTRIA
+43 07482 421660
M, Th, Fr: 8:00-11:00
Tu: 8:00-11:00, 14:00-16:00
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Notes:
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Fall 2005 Pre-Departure Handbook for Students

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