Advising
Advising is an integral part of your journey in International Studies, designed to support and guide you in making the most of your academic experience. While reviewing the online catalog is a great starting point, connecting with a department advisor offers invaluable insights and personalized guidance tailored to your goals.
By meeting with an advisor early on, you can develop a customized plan that aligns with your interests, helps you prepare for future opportunities, and ensures you fulfill program requirements in a way that is both efficient and meaningful. Our advisors are here to help you navigate your academic path, explore new possibilities, and make informed decisions that will enrich your experience and set you on the path to success.
We encourage you to schedule an advising appointment soon and take full advantage of the resources and support available to you.
Advisors Contact and Appointments
For general undergraduate advising for I/ST majors and minors, make an appointment with Dr. Yousef Baker.
Dr. Jolene McCall offers study abroad and internship advising for undergraduate and graduate students. Make an appointment with her to develop an internship search or study abroad plan, internship approval (undergraduates), and pre-departure and transfer credit advising for study abroad.
*Please note MAIA graduate students should make an appointment with the MAIA director for final approval of graduate internships
Current and prospective graduate students in the MA in International Affairs can schedule appointments with the MAIA Director, Dr. Caitlin Fouratt.
