Orientation and Support
Participants are required to attend pre-departure orientation workshops held on the UT-Austin campus in the spring, and an on-site orientation in Edinburgh. A UT-Austin on-site program liaison will be in Edinburgh with the students for the duration of the program.  Students are strongly encouraged to participate in activities that are designed to acquaint them with the surroundings, the public transportation systems, and some of the major cultural sites in Edinburgh.

Activities
Shortly after their arrival, students will participate in a required on-site orientation to acquaint them with Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, and the student residence.  Throughout the program, the UT-Austin program liaison arranges group activities/cultural visits for the students.  Some activities are covered by your program fee, and others may require a small fee. 

In 2008, the group participated in the following activities:  bus tour of Edinburgh (including Botanical Gardens and Britannia Yacht), 4th of July gathering at Arthur's Seat, Highlands weekend bus tour, regular "family night" dinners, visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, trip to the historic Edinburgh Castle, and a farewell event.  Most group activities take place during the week.  Other suggested visits in the area include:  Ghost Tour of Edinburgh or plays at the Royal Lyceum.