International Student Ambassadors
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Meet Your Fall 2026 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
Ami Kayla Bilton
Classification: Sophomore
Home Country: South Africa
Major: Public Health
Bio: Hi! My name is Ami Kayla Bilton, and I am from Cape Town, South Africa. My major is Public Health focusing on Holistic Nutrition and I am passionate about health and wellness.
I moved to the US in August 2025 as an incoming freshman at Liberty University. This campus has truly become home for me! I know it is a big change adjusting to college life, if you need anything please feel free to reach out!!
Many blessings,
Ami Bilton
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
Chanyoung Im
Classification: Senior
Home Country: South Korea
Major: Aviation Technology: Flight and Maintenance
Bio: Hello! I’m Chanyoung from South Korea, currently a senior at Liberty University majoring in Aviation Technology. When I first arrived at LU, adjusting to the new environment was a challenge, but I quickly found amazing communities that supported me and made the transition much easier.
What I enjoy most about being a student at LU is the strong Christian environment, which has greatly enriched my educational experience and personal growth. In my free time, I love playing guitar and drums, and I stay active by hitting the gym.
Sincerely,
Chanyoung Im
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!
Yazeed Abbasi
Classification: Sophomore
Home Country: Jordan
Major: Industrial and system Engineering
Bio: Hi! My name is Yazeed, and I am from Jordan. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
When I first came to Liberty, it was both exciting and a little challenging adjusting to a new environment and being away from home. Over time, I was able to meet great people and build friendships that made the transition much easier.
What I enjoy most about being a student at Liberty is the strong sense of community and the opportunities to grow both academically, personally, and spiritually. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends and playing drums.
I’m excited to welcome you to Liberty and help you feel at home here!
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!
Kimberly Leah Atieno
Classification: Junior
Home Country: Kenya
Major: Developmental Psychology
Bio: Hello! My name is Kimberly, an International Student from Nairobi, Kenya and I’m majoring in developmental psychology with the goal of becoming a clinical child psychologist some day! I moved to the US in August of 2024, and my journey has been nothing short of amazing! I met such wonderful people here and they were literally everything I prayed for before coming here. There’s definitely a lot to learn and discover as an international student, but that can only be made possible with the right support around you.
We, as international student ambassadors, and the whole International Student Center team, are here to provide that support and guide you through navigating college and life in the US. I pray that your new chapter at Liberty comes with good health, God’s grace and abundant blessings and success. Don’t hesitate to reach out because we are here to help. I can’t wait to meet you guys!
Karibu America and God bless you!
Eunchae Nam (Hannah)
Classification: Sophomore
Home Country: South Korea
Major: Nursing
Bio: Hi! My name is Eunchae Nam, and I am from South Korea. I am studying nursing, and I hope I want to be an advanced practice registered nurse (CRNA) in the future, hopefully! I like to drink coffee and work out at the gym!
I am so grateful that God has been with me through every path I have taken, even during the difficult times. Studying abroad away from home is not easy, but I believe this journey is part of contributing to the Kingdom of God!
Graduate
Graduate Student Ambassadors
Keziah Makena
Classification: Graduate Student
Home Country: Kenya
Major: Sports Management
Bio: Hello! My name is Keziah and I am from Kenya. I’m currently studying Masters in Sports Management, and I am very excited to be part of the international community here. Moving to the United States was a big step for me and while adjusting to the culture and being far from home was not always easy, it has been a rewarding journey.
I have met amazing people, stayed firm in my faith and I’ve learned so much about myself and others. I’m excited to serve as your ambassador, help you feel welcome, supported and at home from the very beginning. I can’t wait to meet you and be part of your journey!
Warm regards,
Keziah Makena
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!