The Office of International Studies Abroad is comprised of a dynamic team of professionals who are dedicated to providing USD students with the life-changing opportunity of study abroad. Each member of the team has lived, worked and/or studied abroad and is a valuable resource to utilize before, during and after your time abroad. We stand ready to help you make the most of your international adventure.
Name |
Title |
Contact |
|
![]() |
Kira Espiritu, Ph.D. |
Director |
|
![]() |
Jessica Luchesi, M.A. |
Assistant Director
|
|
Study Abroad Advisors
| Name | Advising Area | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() |
Kelli Bagley |
Scholarships |
|
|
Derek Brendel, M.A. |
Caribbean Latin America Spain |
|
![]() |
Alicia Gonzales |
Africa Asia Middle East SEA Semester |
|
![]() |
Alison Droster |
Continental Europe |
|
![]() |
Jennifer Miles, M.B.A. |
Australia New Zealand United Kingdom Semester at Sea |
|









