Santa Clara University

Barbara Colyar, M.A.

Director of Study Abroad

Barbara Colyar is a recognized national leader in international education. Her experience includes serving as Director of International Student Services and Director of Study Abroad, thus spanning both dimensions of global education. At Santa Clara Barbara has been instrumental in expanding pre-departure and re-entry classes along with a dynamic peer education programs for study abroad students. Her work has been supported by grants from the James Irvine foundation. Barbara has served on the national boards of several international educational programs and in 2003 was honored with the Service in International Education Award from the Western Region of NAFSA.

As the Director of Study Abroad, Barbara is responsible for making the final recommendations and approvals for all study abroad applications.  Her experience in international education is only matched by her passion for the Broncos. As a long-time Bronco having completed both her graduate and undergraduate degrees at Santa Clara University, Barbara can be seen cheering for the Broncos at most of the major sporting events on campus.