Mission Statement

The Office of Education Abroad supports Davidson College's Statement of Purpose to assist students in developing humane instincts and disciplined and creative minds. We do this by guiding students toward high-impact, intercultural academic experiences that enhance the liberal arts education and Davidson's on-campus curriculum.   Our staff is firmly committed to inclusive practices and seeks to support and empower all learners.  By facilitating engagement in programs that expose students to diverse global perspectives, our team helps them develop self-awareness and prepares them for lives of leadership and service.

Advising Philosophy

We encourage students to make informed decisions reflective of their interest, goals, and concerns by

• Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment

• Asking positive and open-ended questions

• Identifying and exploring options together

• Providing appropriate information and resources

As an institutional member of the Forum on Education Abroad and Diversity Abroad, and as active participants in the NAFSA: Association of International Educators and other professional organizations, our staff strives to uphold recognized standards of good practice in all programming.