The interdisciplinary character of the major and minor in International Studies requires that students carefully coordinate their course of study across many academic departments. Early planning is essential to a successful program, as schedules can conflict and not all courses are offered in every year.

Faculty and Staff Advisors

Students majoring in International Studies will be assigned an advisor with expertise in their area of concentration (economics, political science, or humanities). Students minoring in International Studies may consult with the Program Advisor, Ms. Patricia McLaughlin, or with the Director and Acting Associate Director of the Program, Prof. Robert Murphy and Prof. Hiroshi Nakazato, respectively.

Additionally, faculty from many disciplines are associated with the International Studies program and are a good source of advice for students.

Prof. Robert Murphy

Director
Maloney Hall, Room 485
21 Campanella Way
617-552-3688
Email: murphyro@bc.edu

Prof. Hiroshi Nakazato

Associate Director
Carney 247
617-552-4892
Email: nakazato@bc.edu

Ms. Patricia McLaughlin

Academic Advisor/Administrative Coordinator
Gasson 109
617-552-2800
Email: mclaugpp@bc.edu

Kelly Johnson

Graduate Assistant
Email: kelly.johnson.3@bc.edu
Gasson 109: M 1:00-3:00 p.m.; T 12:00-3:00 p.m.; W 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.;
Th 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Carney 243: M 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Peer Advising

All majors and minors as well as prospective students are encouraged to consult with our student peer advisors. Peer advisors are junior and senior International Studies majors available to help students chart their course of study by discussing classes, studying abroad, internships, and senior research projects.

Peer Advisors:

Brianna Cusumano (GCS track)
Monday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Email: cusumabr@bc.edu

Zack Rokos (Economics track)
Monday 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Email: zachary.rokos@bc.edu

Greta Wiessner (Political Science track)
Tuesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursdsay 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Email: greta.wiessner@bc.edu

Students may stop by Carney Hall 243 during the above hours, or they can make an appointment with a Peer Advisor by contacting them by email or phone 617-552-1267.