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Phone: 518-580-5355
After-hour emergencies: 518-580-5566
Email: ocse@skidmore.edu

Advising appointments

General Advising:

For all study abroad questions, from getting started to specific program questions and pre-departure help. Available Monday through Friday, with Zoom-only advising on Wednesdays
Book an Appointment: https://calendly.com/skidmoreocse

Specialized Advising:

  • Visa guidance: Book with Kendra Nelson 
  • Skidmore Programs: Book with Kendra Nelson 
  • Travel Seminars: Book with Emily Gaul 

Our staff

The Off-Campus Study & Exchanges (OCSE) team is here to support you at every stage of your off-campus journey — from exploring programs and applying, to preparing for departure and returning to campus. Contact us with questions at any point along the way.

Eliza Camire | Director
Curriculum and course equivalency questions | External program partnerships | GPA and non-approved program petitions | Parent concerns| Emergencies | Other complex inquiries
ecamirea@skidmore.edu

Lisa Hobbs | Senior Associate Director
Health & safety support | Health insurance questions | Financial policies and billing inquiries | Parent concerns | Partner contracts | General advising | Emergencies
lhobbs@skidmore.edu

Kendra Nelson | Assistant Director of Skidmore Programs & Student Engagement
Skidmore programs inquiries, advising and program management | Approved programs advising | Application and course form questions | Visa application guidance 
knelson1@skidmore.edu | Book an advising appointment!

Emily Gaul | Assistant Director of Faculty-led & Partner Programs
Faculty-led program inquiries from students, parents, and faculty/staff | Approved program advising and support | Approved program and partner program management | Primary contact for Partner Providers
egaul@skidmore.edu | Book an advising appointment!

Emily Ferrara | Operations and Outreach Coordinator 
OCSE Application tracking and Application system management | Social media, website, and Event logistics | Internal payment processing | General reporting and all Office Inquiries  
emilyferrara@skidmore.edu

 

 

 

 

Contact Off-Campus Study & Exchanges

Office

Starbuck Center, 202
Phone: 518-580-5355
After-hour emergencies: 518-580-5566
Fax: 518-580-8067 
Email: ocse@skidmore.edu

Hours

Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–Noon 
1–4:30 p.m.

Appointments

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