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International Student Spotlight
Pace International loves to hear from our students about their experiences in their studies, on campus, and living abroad! That’s why we’ve created the International Student Spotlight. Each weekly Spotlight features an international student that is highlighted in both our newsletter and website.
Are you a current Pace International Student interested in having your own Spotlight? If you’d like to participate, please email Dayana Mendoza at dmendoza2@pace.edu.
Current Spotlight
Meet Kamaya from India!
Kamaya is a Graduate student pursuing his MBA in Social Media and Mobile Marketing. Outside of English, she also speaks Hindi! When she’s not studying at Pace, Kamaya enjoys traveling and getting to know new places. When talking about traveling, one of the places that she would want to go the most would be Dubai. Kamaya is so excited to explore and learn about different places to travel. Here in NYC one of her favorite places to visit is Times Square, there is nothing like enjoying the big lights and signs of the big city. She also mentioned that her favorite go to recipe is Pizza. When she has some free time Kamaya enjoys watching her favorite show to watch is Handsome Siblings, and you can catch her listening her favorite song is Guapa by Dony. With the holiday season fast approaching Kamaya said her favorite festivity is Diwali the festival of light. It is a beautiful celebration with lots of significance and joy to celebrate. As Kamaya continues her academic journey here at Pace she is looking forward to the spring semester to witness the blooming of flowers and the renewal of nature. Who knows where we’ll see Kamaya off to next! She encourages you to check out her social media below!
You can connect with Kamaya via email at kd63701n@pace.edu or find her on Instagram @dkamyadixit. You may also connect with her on LinkedIn.
Past Spotlights
Meet Rumil from Azerbaijan!
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Hello! My name is Rumil, and I am currently a sophomore at Pace University, majoring in Political Science. I work as an International Student Assistant and have previously held the position of Dean’s Student Assistant.
I was born in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, and I bring a diverse background to my academic and professional pursuits. An interesting aspect of my life is my dedication to karate; I have been training for nearly 16 years. Throughout my martial arts journey, I have achieved significant milestones, including being a three-time World Champion and an eight-time National Champion. I hold the title of Master of Sport and have received gold medals from various organizations, including recognition from the President.
In addition to my athletic achievements, I am a highly social individual and actively engage with the community through social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. I genuinely enjoy my work at Pace, as it provides valuable experience and opportunities for teamwork. I love connecting with fellow students, so if you'd like to chat, feel free to visit me in Kessel 212!
You can also connect with Rumil via email at ns53074n@pace.eduor find him on Instagram @rumil_jafarli.
Meet Ambra from Italy!
Born in Sicily, Italy, and cosmopolitan by nature, Ambra is a Pace Go-Getter specializing in Advanced Marketing Analytics in New York City. With a background in International Relations, she has a solid understanding of global dynamics, but it’s her love for exploration and curiosity about the world that truly defines her.
When Ambra isn't immersed in her work, she satisfies her passion for international environments by traveling and exploring new cultures. A true foodie at heart, she loves discovering hidden culinary gems and indulging in diverse cuisines. Her favorite pastime is wandering through foreign cities, soaking up the local culture, and connecting with people from all walks of life.
Beyond her travels, Ambra enjoys music, the arts, and outdoor activities, including sports that keep her active and engaged with nature. Her motto, “Search until you find a passion and go all out until you find its expression,” embodies her adventurous spirit and quiet determination to embrace life's opportunities and experiences. As Ambra continues her journey at Pace, we can’t wait to see where her NYC adventures will lead!
You can connect with Ambra via email at ac13484nn@pace.edu or follow her on Instagram. You may also connect with her on LinkedIn to stay updated on her exciting pursuits.
Meet Nirja from India!
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Nirja is a Graduate student pursuing her MS in Data Science. Outside of English, she also speaks Hindi and Gujarati! While she’s not studying at Pace, Nirja enjoys staying home reading books or comic books and watching an exorbitant number of Korean shows. Nirja also likes exploring New York City when the weather is nice and cool. In addition to outdoor activities, she also loves to play video games at home maintaining good mental health by killing enemies in video games. Nirja’s favorite shows to watch are Brooklyn nine-nine, Our Beloved Summer and Hospital Playlist. She also listens to many different genres of music from Kishore Kumar to Linkin Park to BTS and currently her favorite song to listen to is Fast Pace by Seventeen (“Click the word link to hear the song”). Nirja also enjoys cooking even though she is sub-par, she enjoys cooking Pasta and instant noodles, especially Maggi (very famous Indian instant noodles). When thinking of places she’d wish to explore in the future, Japan was one of the top choices that came to mind for Nirja. She has always been fascinated by Japanese culture and would love to visit the country during spring to see the cherry blossoms. In NYC, she loves to go to Bryant Park, especially during Christmas. She also loves practical jokes and hopes you enjoyed her Rickrolling! As Nirja continues her academic journey here at Pace, we are excited to see where the future takes her as she immerses herself in the vibrant environment of NYC. Who knows where we’ll see Nirja off to next! She encourages you to check out her social media below!
You can connect with Nirja via email at ns53074n@pace.edu or find her on Instagram. You may also connect with her on LinkedIn.