Off-Campus Study Appointments

Advisers in the Office of Off-Campus Study are available to consult with students regarding opportunities to study off campus in Colgate study groups, extended studies, and approved programs.

Appointment Process

First: Attend a General Info Session 

Prospective participants must first attend a general information session* before booking an appointment with a Peer Advisor. See the schedule below. 

  • September 1, 4:15 p.m.,101 McGregory
  • September 9, 4:15 p.m., 105 Lawrence
  • September 17, 4:15 p.m., OUS House
  • September 22, noon, 101 McGregory
  • October 8, 4:15 p.m., 101 McGregory
  • October 14, 4:15 p.m., 101 McGregory
  • October 20, 7 p.m., via Zoom

*General info sessions are only offered at the start of each semester. You can attend drop-in advising or set up an appointment with a Peer Advisor if no general info sessions are currently available. 

Drop-in advising is available Monday through Thursday, 1:15 to 2 p.m. in 101 McGregory starting the first week of October. 

Visit the Off-Campus Study portal to learn about the available programs.

Second: Peer Advisor Appointments

After attending an information session, you may book an appointment with a Peer Advisor to get general program and expense information from a student who recently studied off-campus.  Peer Advising is available by appointment only. Please check the Peer Advisor's availability by clicking on their name below, then schedule an appointment.

Logan

Hello! My name is Logan Wilson, and I’m a double major in history and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. I’ve participated in several study abroad opportunities. During the summer following my sophomore year, I studied Arabic in Rabat, Morocco. In January 2025, I traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii, for an extended study of the history of Native Hawaiians through an indigenous lens. Last spring semester, I spent abroad in London as part of the London History Study Group, conducting archival research and studying the history of the UK Labour Movement. I am happy to talk about my experience abroad, off-campus programs offered by Colgate, tips on saving money abroad, and any other questions you may have about studying off-campus!

Make an appointment with Logan

Availability:

  • Monday and Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Ian

My name is Ian Freeman, and I am a senior environmental geology major and geography minor. I studied abroad in Wollongong, Australia, as part of the Fall 2024 study group. I am from Westchester, New York, and I am a huge Yankees fan. On campu,s I am also involved with the club baseball team and WRCU. I am happy to talk about my experience abroad or any other questions you may have regarding off-campus programs.

Make an appointment with Ian

Availability:

  • Monday and Wednesday, noon - 1:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, 11:10 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.
  • Thursday, noon - 1:10 p.m.
  • Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Abby

My name is Abby Harn, and I’m an international relations and economics double major. I spent both semesters of my junior year studying abroad. In the fall, I spent four months living in London as part of the London Economics Study Group. By engaging with guest lecturers and completing a five-week internship at a local venture capital firm, I explored Britain’s economic challenges and potential policy solutions. Last spring, I participated in an Approved Program through the Institute for American Universities (IAU) in Aix-en-Provence, France. 

During my time in Aix, I lived with a host family, studied sustainable viticulture at the campus vineyard, embarked on a class trip to Brussels with my European Union professor, and made progress towards fluency in French. If you're interested in learning more about the difference between Colgate Study Groups and Approved Programs, or just life abroad in general, I’d love to chat and help answer any questions that come to mind.

Make an appointment with Abby

Availability:

  • Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - noon
  • Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
  • Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Nicole

Haiiii everyone! My name is Nicole Hernandez, and I’m a senior double-majoring in political science and theater. Over the summer, I briefly traveled to Egypt with my sister. Last spring, I studied abroad in Geneva, Switzerland, as part of the Geneva Study Group, where I improved my French and focused on international institutions and international law. During that time, I also worked with the UNHCR under the UK Donor Relations and Resource Mobilisation team. I travel frequently to Mexico and have also spent time exploring Europe with my family. I’m more than happy to talk about Colgate’s study abroad opportunities, share application advice, or answer any other questions you might have!

Make an appointment with Nicole

Availability:

  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:10 a.m.
  • Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - noon
  • Friday, noon - 2:00 p.m.

Third: Staff Advisor Appointments

Students currently enrolled in a program can book an appointment with an Off-Campus Study Advisor. Prospective students with program-specific questions can begin booking appointments on September 15 after meeting with a Peer Advisor. All Staff Advisors are available for general inquiries about all programs; for information about specific programs, please refer to the program details under each Staff Advisor listed below.

Unless otherwise requested, all appointments will be held in person at 101 McGregory Hall.

Susie Michael

Colgate Extended Studies
General Study Group Advising
General Approved Program Advising
 

Appointment with Susie Michael

Wendy Nugent

Colgate Study Groups

  • Australia I & II
  • London Economics
  • London English
  • London History
  • Jamaica
  • Madrid
  • Scotland

General Approved Program Advising
Appointment with Wendy Nugent

Tristen Roman

Approved Programs
General Advising

Appointment with Tristen Roman

Mary Shaffer

Colgate Study Groups
Bethesda Biomedical Research
Freiburg
Ireland
Manchester
New Zealand
South Africa
Washington, D.C.
General Approved Program Advising 

Appointment with Mary Shaffer

Cas Sowa

Approved Programs - all
Colgate Study Groups

  • Geneva
  • New York City

Appointment with Cas Sowa