Category: Travel and Transportation

What is a University trip?

A University trip is defined as any travel to and from the University sponsored by a department, faculty, staff, or student organization for which the University provides planning, financial assistance, and/or general guidance for the purpose of fulfilling an aspect of the University’s mission for business or education. The Office of Student Activities classifies trips into four categories: local travel, day trips, extended trips, and international travel.

• Local travel is defined as travel within the Portland Metro area that does not involve an overnight stay.
• A day trip is defined as travel outside the Portland Metro area that does not involve an overnight stay.
• An extended trip is defined as travel outside of the Portland Metro area that involves one or more nights away from the University.
• For international travel involving students, organizers should consult the international travel protocols from the General Counsel’s office.