Texas Tech University

TTU Study Abroad Team

Staff Directories

Not sure who to contact for an advising appointment? Review the advising appointment instructions for more information.

TTU Study Abroad Lubbock Professional Staff

Bethany Kuwitzky

Assistant Director, Study Abroad

Bethany Kuwitzky in black blazer and green shirt

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 Foster

Senior Study Abroad Advisor

 Collin Foster in checkered shirt

Kelsea Hobbs

Senior Study Abroad Advisor

 Kelsea Johnson in blazer

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

Study Abroad Financial Aid Advisors

Beatrice Moreno

Assistant Director, Financial Aid and Scholarships, School of Law

Beatrice Moreno

Law school students may contact Beatrice for financial aid questions.

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

Samantha Avalos

Senior Advisor, Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

 Samantha Avalos

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

Haley Johnson

Advisor, Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

 Haley Johnson

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

Misty Servin

Advisor, Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

 Misty Servin

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