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, Linda Gray MacKay 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 souce of advice for students.
Prof. Robert Murphy
Director
21 Campnella Way, Room 485
(617) 552-3688
murphyro@bc.edu
Linda Gray MacKay
Academic Advisor/Administrative Coordinator
Carney 214
(617) 552-0740
mackayli@bc.edu
Amanda Collins
Graduate Assistant
Carney 212
(617) 552-1267
isp@bc.edu
Sarah Hoff
Graduate Assistant
Carney 212
(617) 552-1267
isp@bc.edu
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.
Carolyn Certo - Political Science
Student Advisor
Carney 213
carolyn.certo.1@bc.edu
Office Hours:
Tuesday 12:00-3:00pm; Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm; Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm
Lizzie Sletzinger - Political Science
Student Advisor
Carney 213
elizabeth.sletzinger.1@bc.edu
Office Hours:
Monday 3:00-5:00pm; Thursday 2:00-5:00pm
Maryclaire Abowd - History, Culture, and Society
Student Advisor
Carney 403
maryclaire.abowd.1@bc.edu
Office Hours:
Tuesday 2:00-5:00pm; Wednesday 9:30am-12:00 pm
Megan Wilkie - History, Culture, and Society
Student Advisor
Carney 213
wilkiem@bc.edu
Office Hours:
Tuesday 9:00am-1:00pm; Friday 9:00am-1:00pm
Study Abroad
Studying abroad can be a wonderful compliment to the International Studies Program, and studetns are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the many programs offerend through Boston College. If you are planning to study abroad, make an appointment to with Linda Gray MacKay before planning courses.