Spring 2025 Pre-Departure Orientations
The Foundations of our Verto Community
Prior to your Spring 2025 study abroad experience, attend Pre-Departure Orientation
There are 2 required parts:
- Modules: Complete at your own pace before your virtual Care Team Circle
- 3 Events: Attend Global Orientation, Location Orientation, and Care Team Circle
All students MUST complete their orientation to start their study abroad experience with Verto Education. Students RSVP for events via the Student Portal Events Page or the Events below.
Plan to attend events with a computer, laptop or iPad (not a cell phone), ready to engage and meet your new community!
Pre-Departure Orientation Events
GLOBAL ORIENTATION
Go over the student code of responsibility, learn about academic expectations, receive tips on health and safety, and learn more about on-sit support.
LOCATION ORIENTATION
Learn about arrival logistics, location details, cultural insights, and have an opportunity to ask questions to onsite staff.
CARE TEAM CIRCLE
Meet the Vertoans and Student Success Advisor that make up your Care Team. Make connections to your new community!
Location Orientation
1 Session Required for all Vertoans
Learn about your new home – transformation guaranteed!
- Schedule:
- Prague, London and Florence: Monday, January 13, 12 p.m. ET | 9 a.m. PT
- Buenos Aires and Seville: Tuesday, January 21, 12 p.m. ET | 9 a.m. PT
Family Pre-Departure Orientation
Highly Encouraged for All Families
During this Pre-Departure Orientation, Verto Families will meet with key Verto staff to share pre-departure preparations around the following topics:
- Travel preparation and health and safety best practices
- Communication processes and protocols ; understanding FERPA; and how to support your student during their transition
- Higher education process regarding housing, academics, and dietary accommodations
- Time for Q+A
