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A primary care clinic for students, their spouses, and dependents.
• Information online at www.studenthealth.utah.edu click on “Attention New International Students”
The Services Provided at the Student Health Center
• Proof of Immunity• TB Skin Test• Health and Wellness
appointments• Sick and illness care• Prescription Assistance• Women’s health• Travel Medicine
The Services Provided at the Student Health Center
• Staff include:• Physicians
(Doctors)• Nurses• Nurse Practitioners• Insurance Support
The Basics of Insurance• Health Insurance protects you against
incurring debt because of a medical emergency.
• It is a contract between an insurance provider and an individual.
• It is a smart way to stay healthy and free yourself of worry!
The Basics of InsuranceCommon terms:
Premium• The amount of money you pay for the policy you
select.
Deductible• The initial portion of a covered expense which
must be paid by the insured person
Pre-existing Condition• A condition that existed prior to the effective date
of coverage under the given insurance policy
Insurance at the U• All new international students will be
enrolled in University of Utah Student Health Insurance Plan
Cost included as separate item in your tuition bill• You must pay for this insurance by the
tuition day or you will receive a registration hold
Insurance at the U: Waiver• If you have an existing insurance plan, you may
be eligible for a waiver of the insurance requirement• Be cautious if you purchase non-University
insurance, they may not provide protection and coverage if you become sick.
• Contact Kerry Hill for more information• 801-581-5804 or [email protected]
For the fall semester, the waiver is available from August 15th through
September 8th.
Proof of Immunity at the U• Must show proof of vaccination for measles,
mumps and rubella (MMR)• Proof must be translated into English• If you don’t know, Student Health Center can
take a blood sample• Must submit proof of Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test
• If none is available, you can make a TB Skin Test appointment with Student Health Center
• Available by phone or at orientation (document check-ins)
Making Appointments1. Purchase Health Insurance by paying tuition
bill2. Complete forms online (
www.studenthealth.utah.edu)3. Call 801-581-64314. Bring completed forms with you to your
appointment*Note: appointment not needed if feeling sick
on shuttle route green or black, free parking
You Are Here
Final Reminders1. If you are sick or hurt and
not in a life-threatening situation, go to Student Health Center first (M – F, 7:30 AM – 5 PM; Sat., 9 AM – 12 PM)
2. For life threatening situations, go to the Emergency Room (ER)
3. Update immunization and immunity information with the Student Health Center
4. Print insurance cards online
University of Utah Campus
General University General University Information #Information #801-581-7200801-581-7200
(University Police and Security)
Campus Alert System campusalert.utah.edu
Keep valuables close by or locked up!
No marijuana
Salt Lake City Area
Safest States in America:
MaineVermont
New HampshireSouth Dakota
Utah
Walk in the day time with groups of people
SLC Elevation: 4,209 feet (1,283 m)
Automobile Safety
To drive, you must To drive, you must have a Utah Driver’s have a Utah Driver’s LicenseLicense
Utah IDs are also Utah IDs are also available but do available but do not permit drivingnot permit driving
Computer Safety and e-mail Scams
Online Safety - Online Safety - Keep Your Identity Safe and Privatepersonal
informationcredit card numberspersonal profiles moneyonline shopping
password E-MAIL attachmentsanti-virus protection softwareunsolicited (spam), harassing or offensive e-mail
Be aware of e-mail scamsBe aware of e-mail scams If you receive an e-mail or any type of If you receive an e-mail or any type of
communication thatcommunication that– asks for personal information or– mentions your visa or passport or legal
status in the U.S Make sure you know who you are Make sure you know who you are
communicating with. Be careful of scams!communicating with. Be careful of scams!
If you have any doubts, please contact ISS.If you have any doubts, please contact ISS.
Student Services Building 426
801-581-6826
Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist students to assist with personal, with personal, academic and career academic and career concerns.concerns.
Resources:Counseling Center
Madsen Health Center
801-581-6431
Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist with students to assist with health, insurance, and health, insurance, and immunization immunization concerns.concerns.
Resources:Student Health Center
Union Building 234
801-581-2788
Student Government Student Government with campus with campus involvement and involvement and leadership leadership opportunitiesopportunities
Resources:ASUU
Union Building 410
801-581-8876
Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist students to assist with cultural and with cultural and immigration immigration concerns.concerns.
Resources:International Student & Scholar Services
ISS Programs:• Language and Culture Exchange
Program• International Women’s
AssociationInternational Spouse Orientation:
Friday, August 29th 4:30 – 6:30 pm, Union Theatre
• Friendship Family Program
• International Ambassadors and iMentors
Union Building 410
801-581-8876
Participate in the Passport to Success during orientation and your first year at the U!!
– Mandatory and Optional• American Classroom• Library Services• Transportation• Tutoring Services• Volunteering• Student rights/responsibilities
