Roberts Wesleyan College

Mission Trips

All mission trips must follow the guidelines put forth in the Roberts Wesleyan College Off-Campus Travel Policy as follows:

  • All trips must have 2 adult leaders (as needed, a student may be designated by primary leader).
  • Mission trips must have minimum of 10 students participating before final approval of trip is given.
  • Student-to-leader ratio should be 10/1 and ratio should be gender reflective.
  • Only RWC or NES registered students, employees, spouses of employees, and alumni may attend off-campus programs.
  • Adult friends of RWC or NES may attend if their travel is related to the purpose of the trip.
  • The Risk Management Office should have the following for all off-campus student travel 10 days before departure:
    • List of students attending, dates, and location of trip
    • Emergency contact information for all leaders and students
    • Detailed travel and lodging documentation
    • Copies of passports and visas  (if applicable)
    • Original health form, limited power of attorney (if applicable), and release of legal liability forms

The Risk Management Office will supply emergency contact information cards for all trips and insurance cards for international trips once all required documentation is received.

Contact for missions trips: Chaplain's Office 585-594-6830 or Chaplain's Office