International Student Activities

Are you an aspiring leader on your HCC campus or in the community? Would you like to help first-year and transfer F-1 international students adjust to life at HCC and in Houston? If so, please consider applying to become an F-1 International Student Ambassador (ISA)!

This is a very enriching volunteer opportunity. As an ISA, you would play a crucial role in introducing other international students to campus life and the services that are available to them while studying at HCC. You would also gain valuable leadership experience while taking part in some very fun activities throughout the academic year!

For more information on how to become an ISA, please review the applicant requirements below and the list of responsibilities. The next application period is now open please complete your application.

We look forward to having you eventually join us as an F-1 International Student Ambassador!

Applicant Requirements

• Must be an F-1 international student in good standing at HCC
• Had to have attended HCC for at least one year at the time of application
• Must maintain a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.5
• Plans to attend HCC for the semester in which you are applying to be an International Student Ambassador

Responsibilities

• If chosen as an International Student Ambassador, you must attend a mandatory training session and that semester's International Student Orientation
• Help first-year and transfer international students to make adjustments to life at HCC and in Houston
• Help introduce incoming students to campus life and services available to them through the Office of Internation Student Services and other HCC departments.
• Serve as an ambassador for HCC while traveling back home and elsewhere abroad
• Volunteer to attend outreach events (community events, festivals, etc.) as a student ambassador
• May be asked to assist students/families at various HCC events for students and the community, such as orientations, open house, career workshops, transfer fairs, job fairs, etc.
• Speak with incoming international students about your experiences at HCC and how studying here has helped you achieve your goals
• Be a part of an International Student Leader council that meets a few times each semester to discuss ways to improve the international student experience here at HCC
• May be featured/interviewed in HCC videos about student success stories

Student Ambassador Application

 

The Office of International Services & Programs (ISP)  hosts events throughout the year to help F-1 students adjust to life at HCC and to achieve their career aspirations. From international student transfer fairs to career workshops to open houses, there are events that prove beneficial for every F-1 student.

To see what events are coming up and how you can participate, please visit the ISP Calendar site

 

 

Hawa Moriba is a passionate youth activist and founder of the Girls Aid movement, a youth-led initiative dedicated to promoting girls’ rights and women’s empowerment. With over 10 years of experience working with young people, she has built a powerful legacy of advocacy, leadership, and community impact.

She is currently pursuing an Associate degree in Paralegal Technology with a concentration in Business at Houston Community College in Texas—an academic foundation that complements her commitment to justice, equality, and social reform.

Hawa has served as president of the Forum for Women Educationalist Anti-FGM group and youth coordinator at Men Engage, playing key roles in challenging harmful practices and advocating for systemic change. Her efforts have been amplified through collaborations with UNICEF, Plan International, IOM, and the UN Major Group for Children and Youth.

In her leadership roles—including Vice President for Advocacy Partnerships at the ECOWAS Youth Council, Regional Vice President of the Men Engaged Alliance, and Youth Ambassador for Generation Unlimited Sierra Leone—Hawa continues to empower young voices and promote policy influence across West Africa.

Her global impact includes speaking at the UN High-Level Political Forum (ECOSOC), where she addressed world leaders on the Sustainable Development Goals and youth inclusion, and representing young people at the White House in Washington, D.C. She also holds accredited status as an advocate with the UN Major Groups for Children and Youth. Hawa brings integrity, inclusion, and dedication to every platform she engages with.

 

 

I’m an international student majoring in Mathematics
Applied Science and currently serving as a Student Ambassador. Passionate about bridging cultures and building community, I enjoy supporting fellow students in navigating campus life, academic success, and personal growth. 

 

Hi! I’m Ruchita, a Biology major from the breathtaking mountains of Nepal, now navigating life (and labs) at Houston City College. As your International Student Ambassador, I’m here to help you feel less lost and more connected—because I know exactly how it feels to be new.

When I’m not buried in anatomy textbooks, you’ll find me helping students, sharing campus tips, or hunting for the best snacks around. I believe in mixing education with a little humor, heart, and community spirit.

So if you ever need directions, encouragement, or just someone to laugh with—I’m your girl! Let’s make HCC feel like home, one conversation at a time. 

 

Hi, I am Angelina, but you can call me Dominick or Dom. 
I will be your International Student Ambassador for the 2025–2026 school year. I was born in Cameroon and come from Gabon, so basically my native language is French. I am majoring in Biology Pre-med. I also enjoy listening to music and people, having hands-on experiments, and discovering new information that can trigger my general knowledge and allow me to improve my personal and professional skills. I will do my best to be there for you and help with any needs or worries you might have.

 

 

Greeting international students, my name is Tina Diep, 
and I'm from Vietnam. I'm almost 21 years old, and I have stayed in the US for about 3 years. My major is civil engineering, and I plan to transfer to the University of Houston. I love to travel, hang out with friends, and assist people. Besides being an international student ambassador, I am also an honors student and VP of Scholarship of Phi Theta Kappa. The reason why I applied to be an international student ambassador is to make an impact on students and assist them to start their wonderful journey in HCC, especially new international students. I am willing to share any information from my experience that could benefits others and support them to reach success. If anyone has any questions, please don't hesitate to reach me; I am super friendly and love to help others.