Global Student Ambassadors
Name: Agnel
Home country: Rwanda
Languages spoken: English, French
Major: Visual Communication Design, minor in Digital Media Production
About me: I like meeting new people and learning different cultures.
Hobbies: Playing basketball, reading
What I love about Kent State: It’s a welcoming university with different international students, and the educational system.
Fun fact: I have 3 German Shepherds.
Name: Amena
Home country: Bangladesh
Languages spoken: English, Bangla, Hindi, Nepali
Major: Public Health
About me: I see myself as adaptable, much like water, able to flow and harmonize with any situation or challenge that comes my way. I thrive on challenges, embracing them as opportunities to grow and prove that with determination, anything is possible. My philosophy is simple: if I believe I can do something, I will find a way to make it happen.
Hobbies: I have a passion for capturing the world through my lens, and photography allows me to see beauty in every moment. Traveling fuels my curiosity, letting me explore new cultures, meet diverse people, and broaden my horizons.
What I love about Kent State: The sprawling, beautiful campus of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡is a place where I feel at home, inspired by its openness and natural beauty.
Fun fact: I’m the life of the party with my sense of humor – until you see me angry!
Name: Iqra
Home country: India
Languages spoken: English, Hindi
Major: Fashion Design
About me: I am a sophomore, i have played a total of 9 different sports. I love illustrating and have designed clothes for fashion shows in my school.
Hobbies: My hobbies include singing, dancing, cooking, and painting.
What I love about Kent State: I really like how diverse and open Kent as a university is. The professors and students here are so welcoming. There has honestly never been a single moment where I felt out of place here, on top of that the fashion program here is the 5th best in USA which I think is really amazing.
Fun fact: I can draw and mostly illustrate at least 15 garments in a day. I was also in track and field in my school and the fastest runner in my neighborhood.
Name: Laissa
Home country: Brazil
Languages spoken: Fluent in Portuguese and English. Understands Spanish, Italian, and a little bit of French
Major: Neuroscience and Psychology
About me: Hey! I am an international student from Brazil double-majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology. I’ve been at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡for around 3 years, and I’ll be graduating in the Spring. During my time at Kent State, I’ve had many different experiences and held several leadership positions on campus, so feel free to ask me about them. I’m looking forward to helping you navigate your first semester at Kent State!
Hobbies: I love traveling and trying new cuisine from different places. And even though I don’t do it regularly, I also love dancing, exercising and ice skating.
What I love about Kent State: My favorite thing about Â鶹¾«Ñ¡is definitely how beautiful the campus is. I love seeing all different types of animals and nature when walking around. I also think it’s amazing how diverse the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡community is and how you can meet people from all around the world.
Fun fact: I have studied abroad in Florence, Italy during my time at Kent State.
Name: Md (リド)
Home country: Bangladesh
Languages spoken: Bengali, English, Japanese, Hindi, Urdu, basic Chinese
Major: Mechanical Engineering Technology
About me: I am passionate about exploring different cultures, learning new languages, and making meaningful connections. My hobbies include traveling, trying diverse cuisines, fishing, and building friendships wherever I go.
Hobbies: Travelling, learning languages, trying different foods and cultures, making new friends, fishing
What I love about Kent State: Â鶹¾«Ñ¡has been an incredible journey for me. Initially arriving as an exchange student, I felt a deep connection with the campus, my friends, and the supportive community. Even in challenging situations, I have always found help and encouragement. The university fosters a safe, welcoming environment perfect for both academic and personal growth. I especially enjoy the vibrant activities during the fall semester, which is one of the many reasons Â鶹¾«Ñ¡has become so dear to me. The beautiful campus, excellent location, and 24/7 safety support from Kent Police make this place feel like home. More than anything, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡provides a world-class education enriched by a positive and engaging community. Now I have become a permanent member of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ for all those reasons.
Fun fact: I come from a multicultural family, which has given me the unique opportunity to embrace a variety of cultural experiences. I love sharing these insights with my friends, and it brings me joy to help others achieve their goals and uplift their spirits.
Name: Mo (Mohammed)
Home country: Iraq
Languages spoken: English, Arabic, Spanish
Major: Professional Pilot
About me: I am a Sophomore Pilot Major at Kent State. I love hanging out with friends, trying new foods, and meeting people! I am also a Resident Assistant (RA) in Beall Hall. I look forward to meeting all sorts of new people in Kent!
Hobbies: I love listening to music, watching movies, hiking, and traveling!
What I love about Kent State: I love the campus during the autumn.
Fun fact: My favorite movies are La La Land, Scarface, and When Harry Met Sally!
Name: Olayinka
Home country: Nigeria
Languages spoken: English, Yoruba
Major: Master of Science in Business Analytics
About me: As a passionate and dedicated graduate student in Business Analytics at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡, I thrive on building cross-cultural connections. My academic background in Computer Science and Entrepreneurship has been enriched by my studies at Kent State, where I am driven to use data analytics to address real-world challenges and positively impact communities worldwide.
Hobbies: I enjoy exploring new technologies, traveling, and watching movies.
What I love about Kent State: I am particularly drawn to Kent State’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The supportive environment here has enabled me to excel academically while forging meaningful connections with individuals from across the globe. I take pride in being part of a community that celebrates diverse cultures and perspectives.
Fun fact: Having lived on three continents, I have gained a unique perspective on cultural diversity and global issues.
Name: Taehyun
Home country: South Korea
Languages spoken: English, Korean
Major: Professional Pilot
About me: Hello! I came from South Korea and studying aeronautics to become pilot in the future! I am a Junior and experienced many international student events at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡.
Hobbies: I like hiking, camping, baseball and flying.
What I love about Kent State: As an international student, there were many events where I could make many friends! Everyone in Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ is kind!
Fun fact: I was dreaming of traveling to the United States. However, I had never come to the United States until I started my undergraduate degree.
Name: Zara
Home country: Pakistan
Languages spoken: English, Urdu and Hindi
Major: Paralegal Studies
About me: I am a junior at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡and plan to go to law school after graduation!
Hobbies: Reading and writing
What I love about Kent State: Â鶹¾«Ñ¡is diverse and makes you feel a sense of belonging even when you are far away from your country.
Fun fact: I am part of a culturally diverse family where most individuals speak more than three or four languages.