CGE Ambassadors

PhD Student in Computer Science

Hi! My name is Abanisenioluwa. I'm originally from Nigeria and I've been at Baylor for over three years pursuing my PhD in Computer Science. Outside of academics, I enjoy calisthenics, running, and exploring new places. I became a CGE Ambassador because I know firsthand how big of a transition it can be to move to a new country, and I wanted to be the kind of welcoming face I wished I'd had, helping international students feel at home and find their footing at Baylor. 

Undergraduate Student in Studio Arts

Hi! My name is Debora.  I’m originally from Asunción, Paraguay, and I’ve been at Baylor since Spring 2025. I’m currently studying Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies, and I’m part of the Honors program. Outside of academics, I enjoy taking pictures, drawing, reading, spending time with friends and family, watching movies, and playing board and video games.

One of my favorite parts of being an ambassador is helping new international students have a smooth transition—not just into college, but also into life in the U.S. It’s really meaningful to me to be able to support others through that experience. A fun fact about me is that I speak four languages: German (my first language), Spanish, English, and Plattdeutsch (a dialect spoken by Paraguayan Mennonites).

PhD Candidate in Curriculum and Instruction

My name is Joshua, I am from Antigua and Barbuda, and I have been at Baylor for three years. I am a PhD candidate in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on educational technology. Outside of academics, I enjoy developing educational game ideas, exploring the intersection of technology and teaching, working out, playing sports and spending time in meaningful conversation with family and friends. One of the highlights of being an ambassador is the opportunity to welcome new students, help them feel at home, and build community among students from different backgrounds. I wanted to be an ambassador because I value connection, cultural exchange, and supporting others as they navigate a new environment.

Undergraduate Student in Business

Hi, my name is Pranav, and I am from Singapore, which is an extremely small country in Southeast Asia. As of 2026, I am a sophomore studying in business school. I love all things fitness and endurance sports, and I also love to read about history. The aspect that I like most about being an ambassador is being able to learn new languages from the different people I meet, as I love to learn new phrases and sentences in various languages. I also enjoy eating new foods from different regions of the world that we put on display in our snack hour every month.

PhD Student in Computer Science

Hi! I'm Abdullah, a PhD student in Computer Science, originally from Bangladesh. Outside of research, I enjoy getting in the car and driving wherever the mood takes me, sometimes nearby, sometimes hours away. It gives me a chance to clear my mind and see things from a different perspective. I joined the Ambassador program because helping new students find their place at Baylor means a lot to me, and there is something special about seeing this university through a newcomer's eyes for the very first time.

PhD Student in Applied Mathematics

I am a fourth year PhD candidate studying applied mathematics. Texas has always been my home, but I love to travel and learn about new cultures. When I'm not on Campus, my favorite hobbies are reading, but my favorite part of my job is teaching college students. I enjoy being an ambassador because I love making new students feel supported during their transition to living in Waco! 

PhD Student in Chemistry

Hi, my name is Chathurika. I'm from Sri Lanka. I came to the USA to pursue a PhD in Chemistry, and I'm currently in my fourth year. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends, playing board games, watching movies, and exploring different places. I'm interested in being an ambassador because it would give me the opportunity to meet new people, learn about different cultures, and support new international students. 

Undergraduate Student in Economics and Mathematics

Hi! I’m a senior majoring in Baylor Business Fellows, Economics, and Mathematics. I’m also in the joint BBA/MS in Economics program. I grew up in Kunming, China, and I’ve been living in Texas for over three years now. I love working out, watching Netflix shows, and playing piano when I have free time. I’m excited to be an ambassador because I love meeting students from different backgrounds and helping host fun events!

PhD Student in Public Health

Hi! I'm Jaimala, a second-year Public Health PhD student with my roots in Karachi, Pakistan, which means I come with a deep love for chai and street food. When I am not analyzing data or writing, I am cooking, spending time with family here, or watching movies. I love being an ambassador- it connects me to places around the world, learn tremendously and make a meaningful difference for new students, however small that may be. My home and my heart has always had an open-door policy — for anyone and everyone!

Undergraduate Student in Psychology

Hi! My name is Kisha. I am originally from Indonesia, and I have been studying here for 1 semester. I am currently majoring in Psychology and minoring in Nutrition Science. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing tennis, going to the gym, and reading thriller books. I wanted to become an ambassador because I love meeting new people and helping international students feel welcomed, supported, and a little more excited about their new journey.

Undergraduate Student in Biology

My name is Marie-Claude, and I’m from a town called Lubumbashi in D.R. Congo! I’ve been living in Texas for the past three years, and I transferred to Baylor in Fall 2025. I am a junior Biology major with a minor in Forensic Science on the pre-med track. Outside of academics, I love horseback riding, reading, baking, and trying new restaurants. I wanted to become an ambassador because, as an international student, I understand how daunting it can be to navigate a new country. I also love meeting people from around the world and learning about different cultures!

PhD Student in Chemistry

Hi! My name is Meenuka, and I am a fourth-year PhD student in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am originally from the beautiful island of Sri Lanka. Outside of academics, I enjoy hanging out with friends, hitting the gym, and baking. I wanted to become an ambassador because I remember exactly how it felt to arrive somewhere new, and I want every international student to feel welcomed and at home from the very first day.

PhD Student in Sociology

Hi there! My name is Rahab. I am from Nigeria and am in my fourth year at Baylor. During my free time, I enjoy cooking and spending time with family and friends. I joined the ambassador team because it allows to meet new students, gain cultural exposure, and lets me walk alongside international students as they settle into life at Baylor.

Undergraduate Student in Pre-Nursing

I'm a sophomore Pre-Nursing student from Taiwan. In my free time I enjoy baking, board games, traveling, and trying new things. As an ambassador, I hope to gain intercultural experience and support international students as they transition to a new environment.

Undergraduate Student in Business

Hi! My name is Sam, and I’m from China. I’ve been in the U.S. for about five years, and I came to Baylor in 2024. I’m studying Finance and Marketing, with a strong interest in communication, leadership, and cross-cultural connections. I enjoy playing badminton, meeting people from different backgrounds, hosting campus events, and finding good restaurants around town. I’ve always liked being in spaces where people from different cultures can actually talk, not just exist next to each other. 

I wanted to be an ambassador because I know what it feels like to move into a new environment and slowly figure out where you belong. For me, being an ambassador is not just about answering questions or giving directions. It is about helping new international students feel seen, welcomed, and confident enough to build their own Baylor experience.

PhD Candidate in Chemistry

Hi! My name is Sandaru. I am a 4th-year graduate student in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, originally from Sri Lanka. I wanted to become an ambassador because ambassadors were incredibly helpful during my first year here, and I understand how challenging it can be to adjust to a new country without support. I hope to help international students feel welcome, supported, and at home while building meaningful connections. I also enjoy engaging with international students and learning about diverse cultures. 

Undergraduate Student in Statistics

Hello! I am a Stats and Writing double major and I grew up in Panama. I am originally from Venezuela, but I moved when I was young, so I have been exposed to different cultures all my life which is what I love about being an ambassador.