Terms and Conditions
Welcome to Utah-Intercultural, a program created to guide you on the path to personal growth and a bright future. As you embark on your journey, we recognize the importance of setting clear expectations and establishing a framework that promotes responsibility, respect, and adherence to the program rules. In this contract, we want to emphasize the significance of your role in having a positive impact on your educational experience.
By signing this contract and following the program rules, you take an active role in shaping your own success and fostering a nurturing educational environment. Remember, your choices today will pave the way for your achievements tomorrow.
Section 1: Purpose and Importance of the Contract
This contract serves as a mutual understanding between students and school (Internexus Provo), fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation. It outlines the principles, expectations, and guidelines that will empower you to make informed decisions, act responsibly, and maximize your experience.
Section 2: Acknowledging Responsibilities
2.1 Personal Responsibility:
By signing this contract, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own actions, decisions, and the consequences that arise from them. This includes but is not limited to attending classes punctually, completing assignments diligently, and engaging in respectful and inclusive behavior towards peers, your host family and faculty.
2.2 Academic Responsibility:
You acknowledge the importance of prioritizing your education and committing yourself to academic excellence. This includes active participation in class, regular completion of assignments and seeking help when needed.
Section 3: Homestay
3.1 Tips
The Utah-Intercultural goal of the Homestay Program is to help students have an immersive experience in American culture. To fulfill our objective, we need you to be an ACTIVE person. Here are some tips to make that happen:
– Spend time with your host family: try to be with them as much as possible;
– Going out with them: going to the park, church or even shopping at the supermarket;
– Try to talk to them as much as you can, that way you will be practicing your speech.
3.2 Policies:
To make this experience more than amazing, we need you to understand and abide by the following rules. The non-compliance to these rules will result in the removal of the student from the Utah-Intercultural Homestay Program.
A) If you arrive at home late, you need to call your host family and inform them: the name and phone number of the person with you, and when will you be at home;
B) To live in a pleasant environment, everyone (men and women) must help to clean and maintain the house and yard. Don’t wait to be asked, you must offer to help!
C) You need to clean your bedroom and bathroom and keep it organized.
D) If you want to invite friends over to your house (for dinner or entertainment), you must ask first for permission.
E) Drinking alcoholic beverages is not allowed. The purchase or consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under 21 years old is prohibited.
F) Smoking is not allowed. The purchase or consumption of any tobacco, vapes, electronic cigarette and nicotine product by persons under 21 years old is prohibited.
G) Each host family has its own rules. You must abide by your host family’s rules.
H) Give your host family the name and phone number of your emergency contact.
I) If you feel sick, tell your host family immediately, as they will be able to help you. If necessary, your insurance card is in the back of your ID provided by Utah-Intercultural and your host family has a copy of it.
Section 4: Image Release Agreement
I hereby grant Utah – Intercultural permission to use my likeness in photographs, video recordings, or electronic images in any and all of its publications, including website entries, without payment or any other consideration. I understand and agree that these materials will become the property of the organization and will not be returned. I hereby irrevocably authorize the organization to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute these images for purposes of publicizing the organization’s programs or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including any written or electronic copy, wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of my image. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge the organization from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization
I am 18 years of age or older and am competent to contract in my own name, or if I am under age 18, a parent or guardian has signed below. I have read this release before signing below and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release.
Section 5: Cancellation and Refund
We understand that circumstances may arise that require the cancellation of a service or the request for a refund. This policy outlines the terms and conditions regarding cancellations and refunds for the Intercultural by Internexus Provo.
1 – Up to 90 days before the start date: the school reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee of 10% of the amount paid to the school.
2 – Within a period of 60 days before the start date: the school reserves the right to charge 100% of the cost of the current program.
3 – After the program has started: any unpaid balance is due and must be paid immediately.
Section 6: Registration Agreement:
I certify that the information I have provided in my application form is correct. I received and understood all program costs and fees for my study program at the Utah-Intercultural program. I understand that I will take a placement test. I will be placed at the best level of my ability based on this test. I understand that I must have health insurance during my stay. I must provide proof of health insurance or must purchase a plan recommended Utah-intercultural at the time of enrollment.
Section 7: Medical Clearance
I authorize qualified medical diagnosis and treatment of injuries to the student below and authorize the release of medical information for treatment and insurance purposes. I understand that I am responsible for medical expenses outside the limits of any applicable health insurance and that pre-existing health conditions are not covered by health insurance.
Section 8: Privacy and security policy
8.1: Privacy:
We take your privacy seriously. This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices of www.utah-intercultural.com. This privacy notice applies only to information collected by this website. It will notify you of the following:
1 – What personally identifiable information is collected from you through the website, how it is used and with whom it may be shared.
2 – What options are available to you regarding the use of your data.
8.2: Security:
We take precautions to protect your information.
When you submit confidential information through the website, your information is protected online and offline. Wherever we collect sensitive information (such as application or credit card details), that information is encrypted and transmitted to us securely. You can verify this by looking for a closed padlock icon at the bottom of your web browser or by looking for “https” at the beginning of the web page address.
While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, billing or customer service) have access to personally identifiable information. The computers/servers on which we store personally identifiable information are maintained in a secure environment. If you feel that we are not complying with this privacy policy, you should contact us immediately at +1 801-717-2141 or through our email contact: [email protected].
Section 9: Dresscode
9.1: Policy:
The Intercultural program by Internexus Provo is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all individuals. As part of this commitment, we have established the following dress code policy:
Clothing should be appropriate for the setting and occasion. Participants should avoid clothing with offensive language or images, as well as attire that promotes violence, discrimination, or illegal activities. Participants should also dress modestly, considering the length of skirts, shorts, and dresses. Tops should provide adequate coverage and avoid excessive exposure.
9.2: Enforcement:
Compliance with the dress code policy is expected at all times while participating in classes and activities organized by the Intercultural by Internexus Provo program. In the event of a dress code violation, the participant will be provided an opportunity to change into appropriate attire. The violation will be handled with discretion and appropriate guidance will be given to ensure compliance with the dress code policy in the future.
9.3: Seasonal clothing:
1 – Winter (January/February): program participants should be prepared by bringing clothing and shelter for activities on the ice.
2 – Summer (July / August): the participant must bring clothes for activities in the water.
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By signing this agreement, you acknowledge and accept the terms and conditions outlined herein. You understand that your signature represents your commitment and agreement to be bound by the provisions set forth within this document.
“I affirm that I am the legal guardian of the aforementioned participant and have the authority to grant this release on their behalf.”