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Intercultural Communications College 810 Richards Street, Suite 200 • Honolulu, HI 96813 USA Phone: +1 (808) 946-2445 • Fax: +1 (808) 946-2231 [email protected] • www.icchawaii.edu Student Guide 2015 Pre-Arrival Information

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Intercultural Communications College

810 Richards Street, Suite 200 • Honolulu, HI 96813 USA Phone: +1 (808) 946-2445 • Fax: +1 (808) 946-2231 [email protected] • www.icchawaii.edu

Student Guide 2015 Pre-Arrival Information

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME & MISSION STATEMENT……………………………………………… 2

ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT………………………………………………………… 3

ICC HAWAII LOCATION & BUS INFORMATION………………………………… 4-5

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & 2015 CALENDAR…………………………………… 6-7

ICC HAWAII FACULTY & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF…………………………….. 8-9

YOUR FIRST TWO DAYS AT ICC HAWAII……………………………………….... 10-11

ENGLISH ONLY, STUDENT ID, TEXT BOOKS………………………….………. 12

DAILY CLASS SCHEDULES ……………………………………............................... 13

EXTRA LESSONS, COUNSELING, TRANSFERS, PLACEMENT, TESTING ... 14 - 16

ENGLISH FOR COMMUNICATION ....................................................................... 17-18

REGULATIONS AND POLICIES (FULL/PART TIME; I20/NON I20) .…………. 19-20

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICIES (ACADEMIC & ACCOMMODATION).. 21-22

INPUT, REQUESTS, COMPLAINTS ………………................................................... 22

ACTIVITIES, DISCOUNTS WITH STUDENT ID, INFO ON HAWAII …………. 23-27

ILLNESS & EMERGENCIES ………………………………………………………….. 28-29

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Aloha! Welcome to Intercultural Communications College! For over 20 years, ICC Hawaii has provided world-class English education in beautiful Honolulu to students from around the world. We will help you meet your goals in English and introduce you to the beauty of Hawaii. This Pre-Arrival Student Guide will make your arrival easier and give you more information about ICC Hawaii and Hawaii.

ICC Hawaii: Our Mission Statement

ICC Hawaii’s mission is to provide high quality instruction in English as a Second Language and other second languages. We help students to meet their academic, social, or professional language usage goals. As an extension of ICC Hawaii’s commitment to quality instruction, we provide training for ESL instructors in the best methods and practices of ESL instruction.

At ICC Hawaii we are committed to:

A communicative approach to learning.

Tailoring academic programs for students, as individuals with unique goals, learning styles and abilities.

Providing choices in curriculum, activities and housing.

Smoothing the student’s relocation process through a support system that provides a warm welcome and services that help students take care of needs, assistance in finding housing and activities to help in the full enjoyment of Hawaii.

Assisting the student in full appreciation of the beauty, history and culture of Hawaii and its outdoor life.

Providing an orientation to United States culture.

Providing an intercultural experience by recruiting a diverse student body and maximizing student interaction with one another.

Assisting with transitions to academic institutions for those who wish to pursue higher education in the United States.

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ARRIVING AT THE HONOLULU AIRPORT

After you land, listen for your Baggage Claim letter (A-H). If you forget this letter, stop and ask someone or look at the arrival board. Don’t try to guess- it’s a long walk if you’re wrong! If you went through US Customs & Immigration at another airport on your way to Honolulu, you can go straight to the Baggage Claim. If you go through US Customs and Immigration in Honolulu, exit the airport through the Individual Passenger Exit door (NOT Group Tour Exit). It usually takes about 1 hour. You will be digitally photographed and finger printed. If someone from ICC Hawaii is picking you up, look for someone holding a sign with your name on it. If you are arriving from Europe, they will be waiting for you at the baggage claim. If you are arriving from Asia, Russia or Oceana, they will meet you at the International Arrivals Individual Passenger Exit. If there are delays, if you can’t find your driver, or there are problems please contact ICC Hawaii’s emergency number +1 (808) 381-2689. You can ask for a phone at the airport information for this emergency call. Please see pages 10 & 11 about your first day of school.

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ICC HAWAII LOCATION AND BUS INFORMATION

Address: 810 Richards St., Suite 200 Honolulu, HI 96813, USA (Take the elevator up to the 2nd floor) Phone: +1 808 946-2445 Fax: +1 808 946-2231 ICC Hawaii Emergency: +1 808 375-4657 Island Colony Emergency: +1 808 381-2689 Email: [email protected] Website: www.icchawaii.edu

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Follow us on:

One bus trip costs $2.50. You can ask for a transfer that allows two free trips within two hours. If you will be on Oahu more than 2 weeks in any month, we recommend buying a bus pass. A bus pass costs $60/month. With it you can ride any bus on Oahu at any time for that month. The bus pass is based on the calendar month (January, February, March…) not 30 days. On your first day, ICC Hawaii’s Orientation tour will take you to the Bus Pass Office. If you want to buy a bus pass, you will need $60 in cash. They do not take credit cards. You can also get a bus pass at most ABC Stores, Foodland or 7/11 stores.

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BUS DIRECTIONS TO ICC HAWAII From Waikiki (places such as Island Colony, Ewa Suites, The Hub, Polynesian Plaza): Take any of these buses:

Bus 2 or 2L – “School – Middle Street” Bus 19 or 20 – “Airport – Hickam”, “Downtown Aala Park” or “Airport – Pearl Ridge” Bus 42 – “Ewa Beach” From Hawaii Kai: Take: Bus 1 or 1L- “Kalihi Transit Center” or “Aala Park” Get off at: Punchbowl and Beretania. Note the Capitol Building and open space on your left or ask the bus driver. Cross Beretania Street. Walk through the Capitol building’s courtyard. Walk past the Iolani Palace to King Street. At King Street turn right and walk to Richards Street. Cross Richards Street and turn left. Look for 810 Richards Street. ICC Hawaii is on the 2nd floor.

From Kailua, Kaneohe and places on the North Shore: Take any bus that has one of these words: “Honolulu”, “Ala Moana”, or “Downtown”. Get off at: Queen and Bishop. Watch for the street sign or ask the bus driver. Cross Bishop Street. Walk straight ahead one block and cross Queen Street. Keep walking on Queen Street to Richards. Turn left on Richards and enter 810 Richards Street. ICC Hawaii is on the 2nd floor.

It’s OK to ask the bus driver to let you know where to get off.

Remember: Exact $$ only - Bus Drivers can’t give change!

From Pearl City, Ewa beach and other places west of Downtown: Ask your homestay family about the bus and where to get on this bus. Get off at:

Buses 1, 1L, 2, 3 and 9, get off at Hotel and Richards. Walk towards the park. Turn right on Richards and walk two blocks to 810 Richards Street. ICC Hawaii is on the 2nd floor.

Most other buses, get off at King and Alakea. Cross Alakea and walk to Richards Street. Turn left on Richards. Walk to 810 Richards Street. ICC Hawaii is on the 2nd floor.

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ICC HAWAII’S PROGRAMS English for Communication (EC) is our largest program for learning English. It is taught in 6 levels using the communicative approach where students learn English by using it. Full time students supplement this 16 hour/week program with a 4 hour a week elective. International Business English In 2015 EB’s new format emphasizes the use of English in an international environment. There are 3 four-week modules: International Management, International Sales, Marketing and Communication and English for the International Hospitality/Tourism Industry. Cambridge Examination Preparation Courses ICC Hawaii offers intensive courses to prepare students for the FCE, CAE and CPE tests which can be taken in Honolulu immediately following the course. For those deciding if Cambridge is right for them a short pre-preparation FCE course and introductory electives are offered at different times in the year. Electives & Enrichment Courses Electives and Enrichment courses are short courses designed to give students more content or practice in a skill in a specific area or an opportunity to apply English to a specific project. Some of these courses introduce students to the topics covered in the PET, FCE or PET tests. These courses can be 4 – 60 hours total. The most popular format is 16 hours: 4 hours/week for 4 weeks. Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) This intensive 4 weeks University of Cambridge program prepares and certifies native and non-native English speaking students to teach English as a second language to adults. Teen and Kids Programs ICC Hawaii has a 5-week summer program for teens ages 13 – 18 and a 3 week program for Kids ages 8 – 12. There are English lessons for 3 hours each morning (Monday – Friday) and in the afternoon teens and kids experience beautiful Hawaii through activities. World Languages ICC Hawaii can teach most major world languages and some “less commonly taught” languages. Classes can be arranged for individuals or groups. ICC Hawaii is on federal and state bid lists and can provide classes for government personnel. Private Lessons: in Person or Online At any time students can request more instruction and specify the areas they want to cover. These lessons can take place on campus while taking other courses at ICC Hawaii or over SKYPE when students are in their home countries. Custom-Designed Programs: Adults, Teens Kids ICC Hawaii works with companies, universities, groups, governments and schools (high, middle and elementary) to create programs to fit special needs. Programs that have been developed include college travel experience and English immersion, tours and seminars for ESL teachers, courses for special needs teens and school trips for general English for kids and teens.

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2015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

English for Communication Students can begin studies any Monday and leave on any Friday. These are the 2015 exceptions for weeks when Monday is a holiday: Monday Holiday Date Starting Date

Dr. Martin Luther King Day January 19, 2015 Tuesday January 20, 2015 Presidents’ Day February 16, 2015 Tuesday February 17, 2015 Memorial Day May 25, 2015 Tuesday May 26, 2015* Labor Day September 7, 2015 Tuesday September 8, 2015

*May 26 begins Enrichment Week.

Cambridge Test Preparation Courses *Enrichment Weeks FCE, CAE and CPE This is a 4 day program that Cambridge students can receive 1 hour/day that supplements the English for upon request Communication with student The tests can be taken in Honolulu within 8 days requested material.

of completion of the course. May 26 - 29

January 5 – March 6 – 30 hours per week December 14 - 17 March 16 – June 5 – 20 hours per week September 7 – November 25 – 20 hours per week

CELTA Teacher Training Teen Summer Program March 9 – April 3 August 17 – September 11 ages 13 - 17 April 13 - May 8 September 21 – October 16 July 13 – August 14 July 20 – August 14

English for Business Kid’s English Adventure May 4-29 – International Management ages 8-12 June 1-26 International Marketing, Sales & Communication July 13 – 31 June 29-July 24 - English for the Hospitality & Tourism Industry

Holidays – no school

January 1 -2 - New Year’s and Holiday Break July 3 – Independence Day January 19 – Dr. Martin Luther King Day August 20 – Hawaii Statehood Day February 16 – Presidents’ Day September 7– Labor Day March 26 – Prince Kuhio Day October 12 – Discover’s Day May 25 – Memorial Day November 11 – Veteran’s Day June 11 – King Kamehameha Day November 26 & 27 – Thanksgiving December 18 – January 2 – Winter Break

Note: CELTA and Foreign Language Programs may have a different holiday schedule. Consult your instructor.

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ICC HAWAII’S TEACHING STAFF

During your stay at ICC Hawaii, your teacher will work with you daily to make sure you are achieving your every goal and enjoying your experience with us. You will find our staff both professional and friendly, and always eager to help. We’re looking forward to seeing you in class!

Ellen, Director of Cambridge Preparation Courses & Instructor

Whitney, English for Communication Coordinator and Instructor

Tad, English for Communication Instructor

Dave, English for Communication Instructor

Devri, English for Communication & Cambridge Test Preparation Instructor

Kristina, English for Communication Instructor

Bill, English for Communication & Cambridge Test Preparation Instructor

Scott, English for Communication Instructor

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

In addition to your teacher, our Administrative Staff is here to help you have the best experience possible. Please don’t hesitate to call on us if you have any questions.

Mika Sasamoto

Executive Director [email protected]

Louise Minervino

Director of Academics [email protected]

Olivia Wong

Manager for Marketing

& Communications [email protected]

Natania S. Payne

Registration Specialist [email protected]

Student Residence Coordinator [email protected]

Harmoni Elliott

Homestay Coordinator [email protected]

Kenny Cabanting

Activities Coordinator /

Marketing Assistant [email protected]

Karina Delgado Leary

Front Desk Coordinator &

Marketing Assistant [email protected]

Mika oversees all operations at ICC Hawaii. She is originally from Japan and knows the power of ESL personally. She can help you in English or Japanese. Louise is available to help you with any questions regarding academics, including classes, levels, teachers and materials. She can also advise you on higher education and ICC Hawaii’s University Gateway Programs. Olivia heads marketing at ICC Hawaii and can answer any questions about partnerships, promotions and social media. She works with agents to see that they have up-to-date information about ICC Hawaii.

Natania is an ICC Hawaii alumnus. Originally from Switzerland, she can help you in German. She’s happy to help you register for classes, pay tuition and answer any questions about visas. Natania is also in charge of our Student Residence at Island Colony. She handles all student residence placements and can help with you Island Colony residence concerns.

Harmoni is in charge of all homestay accommodations, including airport transfers and homestay placements. Harmoni can help you with homestay concerns.

Kenny will help you with Activities around the island! He is happy to give you more information on activities. You can sign up for activities and submit activity payments to Kenny or Karina. Karina will greet you at the front desk when you come to ICC Hawaii. She will answer general inquires, help with Activities’ sign ups and payments, and give overall student support.

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YOUR FIRST TWO DAYS AT ICC HAWAII

All students will Need:

Your passport

I-20 Form – for students on student visas

Hawaii contact information (address/phone while staying in Hawaii)

Cash for o Bus Pass – If you are going to get a bus pass, it will cost $60. o $25 English Only Deposit (p. 12) , required to receive Student ID

Pen or Pencil.

Paper for notes

Day 1 – English for Communication Students

7:45 to 8:00 am: Check in. All students must present their passports. Those with student visas must also present their I-20. Students will also have their pictures taken for their student ID.

8:00 am: Placement Tests – All new students will take a full Placement Test. 9:15 am: Orientation. Review Student Aloha Guide. Meet the staff who can help you with visa

information, local accommodations and help you enjoy Hawaii through ICC Hawaii and other activities.

Around 9:50 am: Class assignments are made. Full time students at the Intermediate, High Intermediate and Advanced levels choose an elective.

10:00 am: Tour of the school 10:20 am: Students receive books. 10:30 am: High Intermediate 1 & 2 and Advanced have first class Reading & Writing class. 12:30 - 1:00 pm: All students have a walking tour of neighborhood, inclusive of the Bus Pass Office 1:00 pm: Intermediates 1 and 2 and Beginners have their first class.

Day 1: Cambridge Test Preparation Students: Your First Day at ICC HAWAII

8:30am Check in. All students must present their passports. Those with student visas must also present their I-20. Students will also have their pictures taken for their student ID.

After check in you will have a sample test for your level. This is a Cambridge Test, usually one that has been used in the past.

After the test there will be an Orientation which will include: o A review of the Student Guide o Meet the staff who can help you with visa information, local accommodations and help

you enjoy Hawaii through ICC Hawaii and other activities. The Registration Specialist can answer your questions about immigration and your visa

o A tour of the school o Your picture taken for your photo ID

When your test results are ready, you will talk with your instructor who will counsel you on what they mean and what you have to do to prepare for the exam.

Books are distributed.

You will have a tour of ICC Hawaii’s neighborhood which includes a trip to the Bus Pass Office.

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Day 1: International Business English

8:15 to 8:30 am: Check in. All students must present their passports. Those with student visas must also present their I-20. Students will also have their pictures taken for their student ID.

8:30 to 12:30 pm: EB class 12:30 to 1:00 pm: Walking Tour of the neighborhood 1:00 to 1:30 pm: Break 1:30 to 2:00 pm: Optional EB Orientation

Day 2 – English for Communication or International Business & Cambridge Test Preparation 8:15 All students pick up their student ID at the Front Desk.

This requires a $25 “English Only” cash deposit.

If a language other than English is used at ICC Hawaii, $5 is deducted from this deposit.

The ICC Hawaii ID card is required to receive the English Only refund.

8:30 – 10:20 High Intermediates and Advanced students have their first listening and speaking class. 10:30 – 12:30 Full time High Intermediates and Advanced students have an elective class. 1:00 – 2:50 Intermediates 1 & 2 have their second class in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Beginners have their second class. 3:00 – 5:00 Full time Beginners and Intermediates 1 & 2 have their first enrichment class. At any point in Day 1 or Day 2, if students feel they have been put in the wrong level, they should speak with either their teacher or the English for Communication Coordinator. Once a level is determined, students must meet all Student Learning Outcomes for that level to be promoted. Day 1 & 2 – CELTA, Teens & Kids: you will receive information by email two weeks prior to the course in a separate Student Guide covering the first day and other elements of the course.

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Student ID: 000000

NAME 810 Richards Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

DOB: 11/11/2013

ENGLISH ONLY AND YOUR STUDENT ID

ICC Hawaii has an “English Only” policy that covers the entire campus programs and all activities with the exception of World Language classes and the computer lab. This is to help you practice your English skills and make friends with students from other cultures. In the computer lab you may Skype or use your cell phone to call people in your home country and speak your native language. Otherwise, you will only speak in English while in ICC Hawaii.

When you get your student ID, you’ll make a $25.00 cash deposit. If you speak in a language other than English, $5.00 will be deducted from your deposit. (Fines go to ICC Hawaii’s activity fund.) When you leave, present you student ID to get your deposit back, minus any fines for breaking the “English Only” rule. You must pick up your deposit at the front desk before you leave. ICC Hawaii will not mail or wire transfer deposits to you after your departure from ICC Hawaii nor will you be allowed to come pick up your deposit if you come back to ICC Hawaii.

Your student ID will look like this: On your second day at ICC Hawaii when you pick up this ID, you will make a $25.00 English Only Deposit. If you speak English Only at ICC Hawaii and ICC Hawaii events, you will get your full deposit back. With this ID you can get discounts at area attractions.

TEXT BOOKS

English for Communication and International Business English students are required to pay a $150 fee for every 16 week study period. This fee covers all Text Book, Technology, & Materials costs. Most elective books are not covered in this fee. When a book costs extra, students will be informed. Cambridge Test Preparation books are covered in the Cambridge tuition. CELTA books can be used at ICC Hawaii without extra charge. Those who want to write in these books or take them home can purchase them separately for under $90. Texts and materials are included in the Kids and Teens fees. There is no extra charge.

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DAILY CLASS SCHEDULES

Cambridge Courses (CAE, CPE, FCE) Schedule

12 Week Intensive 8:30am - 12:30pm (Monday – Friday)

9 week Intensive 8:30am - 2:30pm (Monday – Friday)

5 hours a week of tutoring is available upon request at no charge

International Business English

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 8:30 – 10:20 International Business English

Core Curriculum

MODULE 1: INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT MODULE 2: INTERNATIONAL MARKETING, SALE &

COMMUNICATION MODULE 3: HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

Full Time Students:

Customized business lessons –or- job shadowing

during Module 3

Time: TBD by teachers and/or job shadowing

vendors

10:30-12:30

English for Communication: High Intermediate 1 & 2 and Advanced

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:30 – 10:20

Speaking and Listening (core curriculum)

10:30-12:30 Reading &

Writing Full time students

take an elective. Reading &

Writing

Full time students take an elective.

Reading & Writing

English for Communication: Beginner, Intermediate 1 and Intermediate 2

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1:00 – 2:50 Integrated Skills

Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing

(core curriculum)

Integrated Skills Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing

(core curriculum)

Integrated Skills

Listening, Speaking, Reading,

Writing (core

curriculum)

Integrated Skills

Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing

(core curriculum)

Integrated Skills

Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing

(core curriculum) 3:00 – 5:00

Full time students take an Enrichment

or an Elective course.

Full time

students take an Enrichment or

an Elective course.

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EXTRA LESSONS WITH PRACTICE TEACHERS Beginner and Intermediate 1 and 2 students can have additional English lessons when the CELTA teacher training program is in session. Those learning to teach practice teaching on ICC Hawaii’s students Monday – Friday from 10:00 – 12:00, The 2015 schedule is: March 10* - April 3 August 18* - September 11 April 14* - May 8 September 22* - October 16 July 20* - August 14 *Note in the first week, the extra lessons start on Tuesday. All other weeks are Monday - Friday

ALL STUDENTS: COUNSELING & ADVICE

As a student at ICC Hawaii, you are considered a part of our family. It can be difficult transitioning into your new environment, and it’s not uncommon to feel stress or frustration while adjusting. We want you to know we are all here to help. If you are experiencing any trouble with English, with classmates, with your homestay/accommodations, or anything else, we want you to come to us and let us find a solution. Your teachers and the whole ICC Hawaii staff are prepared to listen and give assistance to any special situations that arise with complete confidentiality. For specific areas see the staff below. There are identifying photos on pages 8 and 9.

o Academic: Louise: Director of Academics –transfers to other ICC Hawaii courses or to US universities

Whitney: English for Communication and Electives and Enrichment Ellen - Director of Cambridge Programs – are you ready for FCE, CAE or CPE?

o Visas, Attendance and Immigrations: Natania - Registration Specialist Mika - Executive Director

o Housing - General - Natania - Student Residence Coordinator o Housing - Homestay - Harmoni – Homestay Coordinator

TRANSFERRING FROM ONE ICC HAWAII PROGRAM TO ANOTHER

To transfer from one program to another CAN be done if these conditions are met. Before Arrival – If the student is 1) at the required level, 2) has the appropriate visa, 3) the class is still open, and 4) if there is a cost difference, it is paid. After Arrival – 1) If all the pre-arrival criteria are met and 2)

A $30 transfer fee is paid. Transfers into EC, EB or Cambridge can be requested at any time. Students leaving EC for EB must do so at the start of a term and if they wish to return can only do so at the end of the term. After the second week of Cambridge there are no transfers.

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TRANSFERRING TO A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY

ICC Hawaii has agreements with some US colleges and universities that can smooth the admission process. Students interested in earning degrees in the US should talk with the Director of Academics.

Bucknell University, Lewsisburg, PA. A recruiter visits ICC Hawaii every fall to answer questions and recruit students to this competitive university.

Grossmont College, El Cajon, CA. This is a two year college with many agreements for transfer to many 4 year colleges and universities. http://www.grossmont.edu/student-services/offices-and-

services/transfer/default.aspx

Herzing University has campus locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Ohio and Wisconsin. You can find them and the many programs they offer at: http://www.herzing.edu/locations.

Kapi`olani Community College, Honolulu, HI as part of the University of Hawaii system, KCC is a gateway to Universities in the UH system (Manoa, Hilo, West Oahu).

New York Film Academy has locations in New York City and Los Angeles.

Pace University has campuses in New York City and surrounding areas.

Tokai International College, Honolulu, HI is a two year college with transfer agreements for these 4 year degree granting colleges and universities in Hawaii, on the US Mainland, in Japan and in England.

PLACEMENT

English for Communication The Onsite Placement Test. After check in on the first day:

There will be a speaking test and written tests of listening, grammar, vocabulary, and reading. This test takes about 60 minutes.

Your score will determine your placement.

If you feel the placement is wrong, talk with your teacher or the English for Communication Coordinator.

This placement level will also be used for Electives and Enrichment courses. Cambridge Preparation Testing Prior to acceptance, all Cambridge Examination Students 1) show a Cambridge Certificate for the previous level or 2) the ICC Hawaii pre- test. This will give a preliminary assessment of your proficiency. If it is not sufficient for the level you what to take, ICC Hawaii will contact you or your agent to advise you of your options. On the first day at ICC Hawaii, a sample test is given. This give will you a clearer indication of your proficiency. You will be counseled by the Cambridge faculty as to your preparation needs.

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International Business English Prior to acceptance EB students will take a pre-test. The pre-test can be waived if a student has a FCE or higher Cambridge certificate or any of these minimum scores: TOEIC: 600; IELTS: 5 or TOEFL iBt: 70 the pre-test is not needed. Kids and Teens Prior to acceptance Kids and Teens take a pre-test and the curriculum for each class is developed based on the results of this test. CELTA Students are selected by means of an interview and pre-interview task. There are no levels.

HOW COURSES ARE TESTED

English for Communication students are tested on the week’s material on the Friday of week 1, 2, and 3 of a term. In the last week, the test is on a Thursday. On the last Friday, students have a consultation with their instructor and receive a written Progress Assessment. If students have successfully completed each course in the level (a grade of 80% is considered successful completion), they are promoted to the next level. Electives and Enrichment courses are graded Pass or Fail. The syllabus for each class list the skills students need to a pass the course. International Business English has weekly quizzes. Team work on case studies is assessed by a rubric. Cambridge Test Preparation testing is frequent, including quizzes, long tests, sample tests and self and peer assessments. Teens and Kids can earn badges from “Wave Rider” to “Wipe Out”. CELTA assessment is defined in the Syllabus at: http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/images/21816-celta-syllbus.pdf

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ENGLISH FOR COMMUNICATION

This is ICC Hawaii’s most popular program. English is taught in 6 levels. The curriculum is designed such that each week, students receive a unit of work in their level. Each Friday they are tested on that work. For this reason, students can enter the program any Monday (see p. 7). There are terms such that every four weeks there is a formal evaluation. These are the terms for 2015:

Term 1: January 6 to January 31 Term 6: June 2 to June 27 Term 2: February 3 to February 28 Term 7: July 1 to July 26 Term 3: March 3 to March 28 Term 8: July 28 to August 22 Term 4: March 31 to April 25 Term 9: August 25 to September 19 Term 5: April 28 to May 23 Term 10: September 22 to October 17

Enrichment Week: May 26-29 Term 11: October 20 to November 14 Term 12: November 17 to December 12 Enrichment Week: December 14-17 While the weekly courses are free standing and do not rely on the work from the week before (allowing students to enter any Monday), the levels are not. To do course work in any level, the students need to demonstrate they know the material in the previous level. They do this by means of the Placement Test, or by passing the all the courses in the previous level. The chart below defines the levels and gives examples of the type of material covered at each level.

English for Communication Proficiencies. Course Goals and Sample Content

Summary of Proficiencies for entering this level

A Sample of What Students Learn at this Level (Goals and Student Learning Outcomes)

Completion time

Beginner Students know the alphabet and speak in isolated words and memorized phrases. Can use and recognize some regular present tense verbs.

vocabulary and grammar to meet the basic practical needs for life an English speaking environment by being able to

use and understand simple past, present & future verbs in speaking and writing.

ask who, what, how and where questions and answer them.

use and understand vocabulary that applies to family, people, health/symptoms, cities, food, containers and more.

describe locations with prepositions and distance measurements

make requests using can, could, and may. …and more

3 Terms 12 Weeks

Intermediate 1 Students can interact in routine situations using high frequency vocabulary and a simple and direct exchange of information. Can use the past, present and future with some accuracy. Speech cannot be sustained.

skills needed for independent traveling and daily living situations in an English speaking environment by being able to:

speak about the past and present using perfect tenses

make requests with modals; suggestions with time clauses; possibilities with if clauses

use and understand vocabulary of transportation, services, cooking….

interpret and use basic gestures and body language.

Give and receive sequential instructions …and more

4 Terms 16 Weeks

Intermediate 2 Students can be fluent and interact with confidence in most social situations and in work environments where content is repetitive or predictable. Can write connected text on familiar topics.

skills needed for interaction with fluency in most social environments and in work situations in their area of interest such that there is little strain for self of others by being able to:

use nuanced vocabulary, collocations, phrasal expressions, etc. to express intensity, description, and unpleasant situations.

express opinions and complaints giving reasons and explanations

use modals to accept and decline invitations.

express purpose with infinitives …and more

4 Terms 16 Weeks

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ENGLISH FOR COMMUNICATION – GRADUATION

On the last Friday of each term there are no classes. Students have a one-on-one consultation with their instructor. Students who have been at ICC Hawaii more than 6 weeks can take and exit test to see how their skills compare with their skills upon enrollment. There is a graduation ceremony where students leaving ICC Hawaii receive a certificate for the number of weeks that they have completed. They do not receive credit for weeks in which their attendance is 80% or lower.

High Intermediate 1 Students are fluent in social interactions on familiar and unfamiliar topics with little strain on speaker or listener. Errors do not effect meaning; need a wider vocabulary for nuance and accuracy.

skills for prolonged formal and informal use of English for most social situations and a wider range of work and academic needs by broadening the range of grammar and vocabulary that can comfortably be used.

use conversation strategies for more natural speech

convey empathy, regret, emergency, evaluation, etc.

report and summarize straightforward material

respond to questions that require detail, critical thinking

write cohesive paragraphs; arrange in a cohesive work. and more

4 Terms 16 Weeks

High Intermediate 2 students can maintain native speaker fluency and be spontaneous in social situations. Vocabulary is sufficient for accuracy but not nuance. Needs extra time to respond in work areas outside area specialty. Participation in some academic environments is possible, but stressful.

skills needed for formal and informal communication for social interaction and team work with native speakers and for communicating abstract ideas in both formal and informal tones for use in business and higher education.

listen and take notes on complex material

communicate sensitive and uncomfortable content

work as a team to make a Power Point presentation

summarize and paraphrase complex material

understand some types of humor commonly used in English …and more

4 Terms 16 Weeks

Advanced students can

use English is a wide range of demanding situations. They are fluent and can write for a variety of purposes in both formal and informal tones. May use grammar patterns of the first language and may miss slang and cultural references.

skills for communication in an fast paced environment where the expectation is for functioning at a native speaker level by being able to

respond to in a fast moving conversation on complex topics or those requiring a high degree of cultural literacy.

Summarize and paraphrase quickly in orally and in writing

understand and use cultural references

use the language of persuasion … and more

8 Terms

32 Weeks

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REGULATIONS AND POLICIES

US Immigration Policies Regarding F-1 Student Visa Holders Full time enrollment at ICC Hawaii is 20 hours per week for which most students from abroad will need an F-1 student visa. This visa, issued by the US Department of State, is required for non-US Citizens enrolling in 18 hours a week or more of classes. Exceptions are green card holders and their dependents that may enroll either a full time or a part time. While the minimum hours of school enrollment: 18 class hours per week at ICC Hawaii, the schedule for full time students is 20 hours/week. There is no maximum for F1 student visa holders. These regulations apply:

Address Change: You must notify your school within 10 days of an address change

At ICC Hawaii, notify the Registration Specialist Staying in the US: You can stay in the US for up to

60 days of vacation in the U.S. after the completing school work on the date stated on your I-20.

15 days if you leave school before the date stated on your I-20.

0 days if your I-20 is terminated. Staying longer than the I-20 date

See the Registration Specialist to complete a “Change of Study Request Form” to extend your period of study and pay for the future study in full.

Transfer to another school in the US

See the DSO at the school to which you want to transfer to get a transfer form.

The other school will use this to get your SEVIS record transferred.

You must start at the new school within 60 days. Vacations and Leaves of Absence

See the Registration specialist to complete a “Change of Study Request Form” at least one week in advance.

The request must be approved by the Registrar before you can take the time off.

ICC Hawaii must know if you will return to your country on your vacation because ICC Hawaii must sign the third page so that you can re-enter the U.S.

You may take a vacation or leave of absence of 1 week for every 12 weeks of study.

If you miss class exams because of your vacation, you will not be allowed to change your class level and you will not receive credit for the 4-week term.

If you are gone 6 weeks or more, you will need to take a Placement Test at 7:45am the Monday morning of your return.

Attendance

All students who miss 4 days in a term will receive a probation letter. This means that you will not get this term’s credit on your graduation certificate.

F-1 Students need to be aware that they can lose their student visa for poor attendance.

If an I-20 is cancelled, the student must leave the US immediately.

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Policies for International Students at ICC Hawaii without Student Visas Part time students are enrolled in a maximum of 16 hours a week of instruction. These students may be

Holders of B1/B2 (Tourist) Visas, issued by the US Department of State. Students may study at ICC Hawaii during the time listed on the visa.

From one of the 38 “visa waiver”* countries. “Visa Waiver”students can study at ICC Hawaii for under 18 hours per week for up to 90 days without a visa. There is no extension of the 90 days.

US citizens or green card holders or their dependents who can enroll full or part time. *Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Latvia, Lichtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.

The courses at ICC Hawaii which do not require student visas for most international students:

English for Communication without the elective/enrichment supplement which totals 16 hours a week

Enrichment Week – 16 hours a week

Teen and Kids’ programs – 15 hours a week

International Business English for 16 hours/week

Private Lessons, World Language and Custom programs that are under 18 hours per week.

Custom designed courses for individuals, schools, or tour groups.

ALL STUDENTS: ATTENDANCE POLICIES

ICC Hawaii allows only 3 absences for each 4-week period. If you have 3 absences in one four week period you will be given a warning letter. If you have 4 absences you will be given a probation letter and your certificate of completion will not include that 4-week period. If you arrive after the first 10 minutes of class you are marked late. 3 late arrivals = 1 absence. If you miss more than 30 minutes of class you will be marked absent. If you are absent on more than 1 test day, you will not receive a grade for that course. Exception: Cambridge students are allowed 3 absences in 12 weeks or 2 in 9 weeks (intensive program).

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ACADEMIC REFUNDS

Situation Refund Policy

Student is denied a visa 100% tuition minus registration fee, SEVIS fee, and FEDEX.

30 days or more before course begins 100% tuition minus registration fee, SEVIS fee and FEDEX.

29-15 days before course begins 50% on the first 12 weeks and 100% of the remaining weeks

minus registration fee, SEVIS fee and FEDEX

14-8 days before course begins 15% tuition of the first 12 weeks and 100% of the remaining weeks

minus registration fee, SEVIS fee and FEDEX

7-1 days before course begins Subject to the General Cancellation Policy below

Minus registration fee, SEVIS fee and FEDEX

Overall policies for refunds after the course begins:

Written notice must be received 7 days before cancellation period.

Cancelations after the course of study begins are subject to a $500 cancelation fee.

There are no refunds for registration, SEVIS or FEDEX fees.

Students dismissed for poor attendance will not be eligible for refunds.

General Cancellation

Policy After arrival

There are no refunds of the first 12 weeks’ tuition.

Remaining weeks’ tuition is refunded on 60% prorated basis.

There are no refunds for partial weeks.

Extensions are subject to the 12 week cancellation policy starting on the day of extension

Authorized Leaves of Absences and documented medical emergencies are compensated by additional days of study equal to time lost, not through refunds.

(Note, after a leave of absence, a student must enroll in 4 more weeks of study.)

Reduced Class Hours No refund when class hours are reduced upon student request.

FCE/CAE/CPE Refund policies as above. The $380 book and test fee is not refundable.

CELTA Upon acceptance all students sign a Declaration confirming that they understand the refund policy and other policies pertaining to this course.

The exception to the refund policies below are

students who register through travel agents and

have signed contracts with these agents that may include a different refund policy. ICC Hawaii will confirm these contracts and abide by them before issuing a refund.

students who have tuition assistance through government sponsored programs in the US or abroad that have refund policies specific to their program. ICC Hawaii confirms these policies when programs are initiated and abides by them.

Prior to enrollment, all students sign that they understand the refund policy that pertains to them.

Students who register through travel agents have signed contracts with these agents that may include cancellation penalties, no-refund policies, or home country refund only conditions. ICC Hawaii will confirm the conditions of agent/student contracts before issuing any refunds. Certain agencies partnered with ICC Hawaii have their own cancellation policies and should be contacted directly. Contact ICC Hawaii’s Registrar at [email protected] with any questions about cancellations.

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ACCOMMODATION REFUNDS

Situation: Refund Amount:

14 days or more before accommodation begins

100% minus Accommodation Placement fee.

13 days or less before accommodation begins

100% minus Accommodation Placement fee plus one (1) week of accommodations charge.

After 1st day of accommodation stay Full refund minus 2 weeks or remainder of accommodation charges paid.

The Accommodation Placement Fee is nonrefundable. All cancellations of accommodations must be in writing. All changes of accommodations require at least 2 weeks’ notice. There is a $100 transfer fee for changing accommodations after arrival. Every effort is made to issue refunds within 30 days of receipt of the cancellation request.

INPUT, REQUESTS, & COMPLAINTS There are many ways to let us know what you prefer, need, or want to change. Sometimes you will be asked, but you don’t have to wait for this. Here are some ways to tell us what you think, feel, or need:

The Welcome Interview – in your second week you will be invited to come and talk with us

about your stay so far. This is a good time to tell us your needs, before they become problems.

In the packet you get on your first day, there is a Housing Evaluation Form. Return this on

Monday in your second week at ICC Hawaii.

Stop in and see the Registration Specialist in her office for anything about immigration.

Stop in and see the Housing Coordinator in her office for anything about housing

Call 808-381-2689 our 24 hour phone line for problems.

See your teacher or stop in and see the Academic Director or the Director of Cambridge

Examination Programs for anything about courses.

There is a Suggestion Box near the Activity Board

EC students will rate all their courses every 4 weeks. The form is designed to give you room to

write.

When you leave, visit the Front Desk to take the Exit Survey.

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ACTIVITIES

At ICC Hawaii there is an Activities board with group activities offered monthly. There are several neighbor island visits (Maui, Hawaii & Kauai) a year. This is a great opportunity to experience all of Hawaii, get to know new friends, and practice your English skills! Here are just a few of the most popular activities you can sign up for: HIKING:

SWIMMING WITH DOLPHINS:

BEACH VOLLEYBALL:

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SURFING:

HULA:

AND…. Beach BBQs, Sightseeing, Festivals, Snorkeling, Sunset Boat Rides, Movies, Polo Games, College Basketball and Football Games, Concerts, Hawaiian Culture Events, Outlet Shopping, Cooking Classes, Dining Out, Weekend Trips to the Hawaiian Islands, and much, much more! Useful websites:

Transportation on the bus: www.thebus.org Taxi: (808) 422-2222 www.thecabhawaii.com/ Hawaii news: www.hawaiinewsnow.com/ Interisland air travel: www.iflygo.com/ or www.hawaiianair.com/ Local entertainment Guide: www.honoluluweekly.com/

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DISCOUNTS WITH YOUR STUDENT ID

Below is just a sample of the discounts students can receive with their student ID.

Activity Price per person with

Discount Discount Amount How to book

Bishop Museum $11.95 $5.05 off http://www.bishopmuseum.org

Hanauma Bay

Free

Admission fee is waived for Current Hawaii School Student ID with current year or semester validation

Show your student ID upon entering the park http://www1.honolulu.gov/parks/facility/index.htm

Surf Lessons $75 $25 off Sign up with ICC Hawaii or call 1 (808) 772-4583

Swimming with Dolphins

$105 per person (including tip)

$10 off

Sign up with ICC Hawaii or call 1 (808) 239-5579 http://www.dolphinexcursions.com/index.html

Scuba Diving

(2 boat dives from Kewalo boat harbor with pictures included-no certification necessary)

$115

$5 off Free Pictures + Free Scuba Gear rental

Call 1 (808) 721-4210 http://www.oahudiving.com/

Maitai Catamaran $38 $2 off ($5 off any other tours)

Sign up with ICC Hawii or see the Activities Coordinator to book

Three Star II Restaurant casual dining 10% off Go downstairs

Enterprise Rental Car See website for rates and booking: http://www.enterprise.com/car_rental/deeplinkmap.do?bid=002&cust=36A6625

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INFORMATION ABOUT HAWAII

Accommodations We offer full-service accommodation services for students who would like to stay in a homestay, student residence, apartment, or hotel. With a homestay, you live with a local family and are provided breakfast and dinner. Homestay placements are according to availability and student preferences and may be a 30-60 minute bus ride from school. Our student residence is located in Island Colony Suites Hotel, within walking distance of the beach, shopping, and nightlife and a 20-minute bus ride to school. Please see our accommodations coordinator with any questions.

Activities We have fun activities outside of class that are led by teachers and staff. At activities you can get to know other students, learn the local culture, and practice speaking English. Some of the favorite activities are: swimming with dolphins, hiking, barbeques, surfing, and hula dancing. See the activities

board or online calendar at http://icchawaii.edu/student-life/calendars/ to learn more.

Aloha and Mahalo You will hear these two Hawaiian words during your stay very often. “Aloha” has many meanings, but generally means “Hello” or “Good Bye”, and “Mahalo” means “Thank you”.

Bicycles/Mopeds/Cars Bicycles: You can buy a bicycle for less than $100 at Wal-Mart store or rent a bike. Bicycle parking in the ICC Hawaii basement garage is free and safe. Do not ride your bicycle on the sidewalk and please wear a helmet! There are many bicycle racks in Honolulu. Some are shaped like bicycles.

Bus: Most ICC Hawaii students ride the bus. See page 4 and 5 for bus pass information. Mopeds: rentals are a fun and economical way to get around Hawaii too. The picture shows the kind of moped parking racks used in Honolulu. There is one near the Kamehameha Statue as you walk towards ICC Hawaii and another at the Fort Street Mall. Parking in the ICC Hawaii building varies from being free to up to $2/day. Cars: To rent a car you must be 21 years or older and use a credit card. You must pay for your car parking at ICC Hawaii or in area parking meters or lots. The bus

generally makes travel in town easier and less expensive, though a car is the best way to visit the beautiful North Shore on the weekends! Ask the front desk if you want help in renting a vehicle!

Cell Phone & Local Telephone Cards Using your home country’s cell phone can be very expensive. You can buy a cheap prepaid cell phone; the AT&T Go Phone is a good choice (at Wal-Mart) or a Prepaid Telephone Card. You may use the Internet in our Computer lab and call home on Skype (www.skype.com) for free.

Crossing the Street

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You need to follow the traffic signs for “Walk” and “Don’t Walk.” If you disobey the signs, and are caught, the fine is $130!

Drinking Age in Hawaii is 21 You’ll be asked to show your driver’s license or national identity card as proof of age to buy alcohol at grocery stores or in a restaurant or bar. It is illegal to drink alcohol at the beach, in the parks, in cars, buses and in public areas. Drinking and driving any kind of vehicle is illegal in Hawaii. Doing so will result in large fines or jail.

Smoking Under Hawaii’s “Smoke-Free” Law, there is no smoking in public spaces such as bars, restaurants, airports, theaters, offices, schools, at bus stops or within 20 feet (6 meters) of a window or doorway. ICC Hawaii has a smoking area in the back of the building on the upper floor parking lot. There is no smoking at these popular beaches: Kuhio Beach Park, Kapiolani Park and Beach. Duke Kahanamoku Beach, Hanauma Bay, Ala Moana Beach Park, Sandy Beach and others. On January 1, 2014, smoking was banned at all public recreational areas in Honolulu. The fine for the first offense is $100, $200 for the second, and $500 for the third.

Special Events Honolulu has some really great annual events. Here are the popular ones with 2015 dates:

March 6-8 Honolulu Festival May 1 Lei Day – Lei making competition at Kapiolani Park May 25 Lantern Floating Ceremony – Ala Moana Beach Park July 4 Fireworks at various locations

Big Parade in Kailua June 11 Kamehameha Floral Parade June 12-15 Pan Pacific Festival & Parade October 31 Halloween in Waikiki December 5 Tree Lighting Ceremony and Parade, Honolulu Hale & Downtown December 13 Honolulu Marathon Tipping It is customary to leave a tip of 15-20% in restaurants, bars, salons and spas. Tips for taxi drivers and valet attendants are 10-15%. Tipping is not required in cafeterias and fast food restaurants.

Travel Insurance It is recommended that you purchase travel insurance in your country in case you need emergency medical care.

Weather Although Hawaii is considered the land of the endless summers, we do have colder days, especially in the winter, and there will be some rainy days. Average temperatures during the winter (December-April) are around 75°F (24°C) and between 79-86°F (26-30°C) in the summer (May-November). The ocean water temperature varies from about 76-81°F (24-27°C). Humidity tends to be high, but the trade winds make the air comfortable.

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ILLNESS

If You Get Sick We advise you to arrive with a health insurance plan that is valid in the US. There are travel insurance packages available through agents and some credit cards. If you do not have insurance, a visit to the doctor can be very costly and a visit to an emergency room will cost in the $1000s. If you buy insurance in the US, it will not cover everything. Usually there will be a deductible,

meaning that after you pay $10, $50 or $1000(etc.), the insurance will pay for the remainder. Sometimes there is a co-pay meaning that both you and the company pay something. How much these deductibles and co-pays will cover depends on your plan. The more you pay, the more is covered. You will also need to consider if a plan covers only health or if it covers accidents as well. If you need to see a doctor but it isn’t an emergency, don’t go to a hospital. Instead, look for a Clinic. The ICC Hawaii staff will gladly help you locate one

close to your home. These are less expensive health care facilities for more common and easy-to-treat ailments like colds, allergies, or aches and pains. Here are a few clinics in the Honolulu area That have been used by ICC Hawaii Students.

You may also call ICC Hawaii’s help line, 808-375-4657, if you need emergency assistance or if you’re not sure what to do.

Straub Doctors on Call: 24-hour clinic, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel – Lobby

Level, 120 Kaiulani Avenue 971-6000

Urgent Care Clinic of Waikiki: 8:30 am ~ 7 pm, Ana Kalakaua Center – 2155

Kalakaua Avenue #308 924-3399

Hawaii Ueno Medical Clinic: M ~ F 8 am ~ 10 pm, Sat/Sun 8 am ~ 5 pm, 1777 Ala

Moana Boulevard 926-9911

Kahala Urgent Care: M~F 9 am ~7 pm, Sat/Sun 9 am ~ 5 pm, 4218 Waialae Avenue,

735-0007

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SAFETY & EMERGENCIES We care very much about the safety of our students here at ICC Hawaii and have an emergency disaster plan in place to contact you in the event of an emergency. During Orientation you will fill out a form to tell us how to reach you in case of an emergency. In the event of a tsunami, hurricane, earthquake, or other area-wide emergency, you can get information from:

1. ICC Hawaii’s Facebook page: facebook.com/icchawaii Updated information regarding weather related and other disasters will be posted on our

facebook page.

2. ICC Hawaii Emergency Number: (808) 375-4657 Call this number in the case of an emergency. This cell phone is carried at all times by an ICC

Hawaii staff member who can help in the event of an emergency.

3. Island Colony Emergency phone number: (808) 381-2689 For Island Colony (Student Residence) related emergencies, please call the Student Residence

emergency phone. This cell phone is carried at all times by our ICC Hawaii Residence Manager, who can help in the event of an emergency.

4. ICC Hawaii homepage http://www.icchawaii.edu/ will be updated with useful information

Emergency Telephone number if you need police or medical assistance: 911 Safety Tips:

Don’t leave your belongings unattended (especially on the beach)- Honolulu is a fairly safe place, but it isn’t 100% crime-free. When you go to the beach or when you are at a park or restaurant, keep your things close or ask someone you trust to watch them if you step away.

Don’t open the door to strangers and keep your apartment door locked all times.

Don’t walk alone after dark or carry a lot of money with you. Robberies are rare, but they can happen.

Ignore strangers who ask you for money. You will find there is a surprisingly visible homeless community living on the island. It’s best not to get into conversations with these people, because they will often take advantage of a kind person.

Be cautious when accepting an invitation. It’s great to meet new friends and get to know locals, too. Just use your best judgment in social situations.

Don’t drive if you have been drinking, don’t pick up hitchhikers, and pay the little extra for insurance when you rent a car in case anything happens.

Don’t go to the beach after dark (all beaches close at 10:00 PM). Police will get involved if you are hanging around too late.

Don’t swim alone, always go with a friend and face towards the ocean when you are standing on the reef or rocks by the ocean. Big waves can knock you down.

Don’t go hiking alone, always go with friend or group and make sure that someone knows your hiking trail. Only go hiking during the daytime and always check the weather forecast.

Don’t drink alcohol on the beach: You can get a ticket or go to jail.

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Mahalo nui loa (thank you very much) for joining us to study

at Intercultural Communications College.

We wish you a wonderful study experience!

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Notes:

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810 Richards Street, Suite 200 • Honolulu, HI 96813 USA Phone: +1 (808) 946-2445 • Fax: +1 (808) 946-2231

[email protected] • www.icchawaii.edu