International Student Ambassadors
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Meet Your Fall 2025 Ambassador!
We want to make your transition to a new country and to Liberty University a smooth and enjoyable process. Our student ambassadors are here to help you with that.
As student ambassadors, these international students work to develop friendships with you to support your educational journey. They will help make sure your cultural adjustment is both fun and seamless. Click on the “Get to know your ambassador!” image or take a look below to find out who your student ambassadors are.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate Student Ambassadors
Joey (Joobong) Bae
Classification: Sophomore
Home Country: South Korea
Major: Computer Science: Web & Mobile Programming, Software Engineering, Data Science
Bio: Hello, my name is Joey! I’m from Busan, South Korea, and I’m currently studying Computer Science. I came to America as an international student about 17 years ago, and I moved to Lynchburg last year to attend Liberty University. Living in Lynchburg has been a whole new experience for me!
First of all, congratulations on being accepted to Liberty! I know choosing to study in a different country can be a tough decision. It’s exciting but can also feel daunting. You might have some fears, especially since there are lots of things here that might be unfamiliar (like speaking a new language—I know that was the toughest part for me). However, I can assure you that living in America will help you grow. The people in Lynchburg are some of the nicest in the country, and I’m sure you’ll love it here!
I pray that God will provide you comfort and confidence as you embark on this journey as a Champion for Christ. I look forward to meeting you!
Alícia Vieira
Classification: Junior
Home Country: Brazil
Major: Interior Design
Bio: Hey! My name is Alícia, and I’m from Brazil. I’m a student of Interior Design with a minor in Psychology. I’m passionate about traveling and different cultures, so I would love to hear about yours! I enjoy being surrounded by people and just hanging out, especially if there’s good coffee involved.
Coming to Liberty was falling in love straight away. The campus is not only pretty, but the people help make the university feel like your home away from home, especially with the warm welcome at the International Student Center. It’s amazing to have a community that pursues God with you, along with all the experiences and daily life that we share! Building my career in a Christ-centered place is a huge privilege. It feels like an honor to be a Liberty student.
Liberty has so many opportunities and so many people who will welcome and help you, so if I can give you a tip, it would be to take advantage of that. It can be really challenging to leave your home to come here, but I can assure you that it is worth it! I really hope you love Liberty like I do. I’m excited to get to know you and hang out! I’m grateful for the opportunity to welcome you and help you during your time at Liberty, just like I had people to help me. Count on me
Seobeen Yoon
Classification: Senior
Home Country: South Korea
Major: Psychology
Bio: Hi! My name is Seobeen, but I also go by Soybean—it sounds similar to my name and is a little easier to remember! I’m from South Korea, and I came to the U.S. in August 2022 to begin my studies at Liberty University.
When I first arrived, everything felt new and a little overwhelming. But I was truly blessed by the incredible community around me. The people in my residence hall and the local Korean church helped me adjust to this new environment as if they were caring for their own friends or family members. Their kindness and support made a huge difference, and I’m so thankful for the way God used them in my life.
I know how challenging it can be to move to a new country, but I also know how powerful God’s love can be through the people He places in our lives. I’m excited to walk alongside you during your time here at Liberty, and I can’t wait to see how you grow and how God uses you for His glory.
Welcome, and safe travels!
Pedro Rocha
Classification: Sophomore
Home Country: Brazil
Major: Engineering
Bio: Olá, My name is Pedro and I’m from Brazil! I’m a Junior studying Industrial and Systems Engineering. This is my first year here in the United States, and so far it’s been an AMAZING experience! My time here at Liberty has given me many opportunities.
Liberty doesn’t just care about your academic growth, it also provides a healthy community, diverse environments for both studying and relaxing (every now and then a break from studying is much needed), and many opportunities to grow professionally with tutors and professors at your disposal to help you follow the path to success and become a Champion for Christ!
If you are looking for a college to grow both personally and professionally, you are in the right place! Congratulations on choosing Liberty University!
I’m praying for you and I’m here to give you all the support you need! You can count on me in your new journey.
Welcome to the best years of your life!
Filip Eduard Lercan (Edy)
Classification: Senior
Home Country: Romania
Major: Business
Bio: Hi! My name is Edy, and I am an international student from Romania. I’m majoring in Business in hopes of becoming an Entrepreneur one day. My hobbies are skiing, singing, gaming and watching movies. I came to US in August 2023 to study at Liberty.
Being away from home in a new environment, with a new academic system, different than the one I was used to, was quite challenging but I was blessed with great Christian community and godly teachers who made me feel welcomed and guided me through all these major changes.
Now that my first few years as an international student are behind me, I am excited to share my experience and help you navigate through this beautiful journey at LU. Can’t wait to meet you!
Jeonghoon Choi
Classification: Junior
Home Country: South Korea
Major: Aeronautics: Commercial and corporate
Bio: Hi! My name is Jeonghoon Choi, and I’m from South Korea. I’m currently studying Aeronautics with a focus on Commercial and Corporate aviation. Moving to the US has been an exciting journey, and although it was tough being far from my family, I’ve been grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn in a new environment.
I’d love to help you adjust to this new environment and be a part of your journey here at Liberty. I know that through hard work and God’s guidance, we can all grow and make the most of our time here. I look forward to meeting you and seeing all the amazing things you will accomplish!
Graduate
Graduate Student Ambassadors
Alleyne Gisselle Elvir Bendeck
Classification: Graduate Student
Home Country: Honduras
Major: Strategic Communication
Bio: Hello!!My name is Alleyne, and I am from Honduras. I completed my undergraduate degree at Liberty University and loved it so much that I decided to stay for my master’s degree. I moved to the U.S. in 2021 for my undergraduate studies. It has been such a blessing to be surrounded by so many amazing people who have made me feel like part of a family here at Liberty.
I know it can be challenging to move to a new country, especially when you don’t have family in the area. I trust that God will place the right people in your life, just as He did for me. Looking back on the last couple of years, I can confidently say that I didn’t just have classmates and roommates; I made friends and best friends who are now an important part of my life.
I pray that you have a similar experience. I encourage you to seek the Lord, and I trust that He will use you for His honor and glory. I am so excited to meet you! Safe travels!
Naa Komley Commey
Classification: Graduate Student
Home Country: Ghana
Major: Public Health – Epidemiology
Bio: Hi! My name is Naa, and I’m from Ghana. I’m studying Public Health because I’m passionate about helping communities and improving people’s well-being. I know how challenging it can be to move to a new country and be away from your family, but I’ve learned that God places people in your life to guide, support, and encourage you, just as He did for me.
That experience inspires me to make others feel welcome and cared for, and I’m so honored to have the opportunity to see how you will grow during your time at Liberty and how God will be manifested in your life. I’m really excited to meet you, and I wish you safe travels!
Olumide Smith Stevens
Classification: Graduate Student
Home Country: Nigeria, Commonwealth of Dominica
Major: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Bio: I’m Olumide Stevens, I was born in Lagos, Nigeria, but for the past ten years, I’ve made the beautiful Caribbean island of Dominica my home. Now, I’m continuing my journey in the United States as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.
When I arrived at Liberty University in the fall of 2025 as an international student, everything felt new—the culture, the pace of life, and even the academic structure—but I was excited to begin this new chapter. I coped by relying on my faith, finding community within Liberty’s Christ-centered environment, and building supportive relationships with the International Student Center and my classmates, who helped me feel at home.
What I’ve enjoyed most about being a graduate student is the blend of spiritual and academic growth, especially in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, where every class strengthens my sense of purpose and my desire to serve others.
As someone who arrived here from overseas, I want to reassure you that you’re stepping into a community that is warm, supportive, and rooted in faith. Liberty is a place where you will grow academically, spiritually, and personally. You may feel excited, nervous, or even overwhelmed at first—but you are not alone.
Take your time settling in, ask questions, get connected, and allow yourself to enjoy this new chapter. Liberty University truly becomes a home away from home, and I’m excited for the incredible journey that awaits you here. Welcome to the family.
Wishing you safe travels!