Advising

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 and/or with the Director of the Program, Prof. Robert Murphy.  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
21 Campnella Way, Room 485
(617) 552-3688
murphyro@bc.edu

 

Ms. Patricia McLaughlin
Academic Advisor/Administrative Coordinator
Gasson 109
(617) 552-3272
mclaugpp@bc.edu

 

Rachel Hoogasian & Nicole Miller
Graduate Assistants
Hoogasian: T/Th 9-10am, 12-5 pm
Gasson 106
(617) 552-2294
isp@bc.edu

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

Lauren Lynch
Disciplinary Base: History, Culture & Society
Class of 2010
lauren.lynch.1@bc.edu
Wednesdays 9am-2pm
Fridays 9am-12pm

Elizabeth Eromin
Disciplinary Base: Economics
Class of 2010
eromin@bc.edu
Mondays 9am-12pm
Fridays 12pm-5pm

Dorian Barrero-Dominguez
Disciplinary Base: Political Science
Class of 2010
barrerod@bc.edu
Mondays 12pm-5pm
Wednesdays 2pm-5pm

Students may stop by at these hours in Carney 212 or they can make an appointment with a Peer Advisor by contacting them by email or calling at 617-552-1267.

 

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Study Abroad
Studying abroad can be a wonderful compliment to the International Studies Program, and students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the many programs offered through Boston College.  If you are planning to study abroad, make an appointment to talk with Ms. Patricia McLaughlin before planning courses.

See a listing of the following locations where some of our students have studied.

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