TTU Study Abroad Team

Bethany serves as the Assistant Director of Study Abroad, leading the Study Abroad team and supporting students as they explore international opportunities. A two-time study abroad participant and proud Texas Tech graduate, she earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Texas Tech. Bethany has been part of the Study Abroad Office for 14 years, including 11 years as a professional staff member, and has visited more than 20 countries. Having experienced firsthand the impact of studying abroad, she is passionate about helping students find programs that challenge them, broaden their perspectives, and create memories that last a lifetime.

Contact: bethany.kuwitzky@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3667

Collin joins the Study Abroad team after more than a decade working as an academic advisor at both Texas Tech and UMKC.  He received his undergraduate degree from Wheaton College and completed a Masters at Texas Tech in Applied Linguistics.  Collin has had the opportunity to travel abroad for extended time in multiple locations which include Russia, China, France and Morocco.  He is very excited to be supporting students at Texas Tech who want to go on affiliate programs.  When he's not at work, Collin loves spending time with his wife and 3 kids, coaching soccer and watching Texas Tech sports (all of them!).

Contact: collin.foster@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3667

Kelsea supports students and faculty participating in Faculty-Led Programs and is passionate about helping students gain meaningful global experiences. Kelsea first studied abroad in Ireland and Northern Ireland in 2019. She later joined a Texas Tech Faculty-Led Program with the College of Media & Communication in 2022, traveling to Manchester, England; Edinburgh, Scotland; and Dublin, Ireland. Kelsea earned a Master’s degree in Mass Communication in May 2023 and enjoys sharing firsthand experience and guidance with students and faculty exploring international opportunities.

Contact: Kelsea.Hobbs@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3667

Law school students may contact Beatrice for financial aid questions.

Contact: beatrice.moreno@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3681

Students may meet with Samantha to discuss financial aid and study abroad. Students should contact Samantha after they have been accepted to their chosen study abroad program and after their program has been assigned a current budget.

Contact: samantha.avalos@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3681

Students may meet with Haley to discuss financial aid and study abroad. Students should contact Haley after they have been accepted to their chosen study abroad program and after their program has been assigned a current budget.

Contact: Haley.A.Johnson@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3681

Students may meet with Misty to discuss financial aid and study abroad. Students should contact Misty after they have been accepted to their chosen study abroad program and after their program has been assigned a current budget.

Contact: misty.servin@ttu.edu  |  (806) 742-3681