Class Standing: Junior 

Bio: Hi! I’m Lilian Wei, a Taiwanese American and co-event manager of the Arizona Taiwanese Student Association. I was born in New Jersey, grew up in Taiwan, and moved back to the U.S. during high school in Nevada (not Vegas!).

I’m a Senior double majoring in Computer Science and Statistics & Data Science, and a TA for CSC 110—you’ll probably catch me working in the OH room!

I became a CS Ambassador to help share resources and inspire others to explore computer science. I love UA for its supportive CS community—it truly feels like home.

My advice: Get involved! Academics come first, but don’t miss out on everything else UA has to offer.

Where I am from: Turkey

Class Standing: Senior

Domestic or International Student: International

Bio: I am Nilufer Demirbas from Turkey. I transferred to UA in Fall 2023 from Pima Community College and am in my third year as a Computer Science major. | became a CS Ambassador because I wanted to show people the amount of creative thinking that goes into programming and how well human creativity works with computers. Ever since I started studying at UA, I got to watch the unique sunsets of Tucson from the Gould Simpson building. Once you are

here, never shy away from trying out any classes, clubs, or programs that you want because they are all there for you to learn and build yourself up.

Where I am from: Tabriz, Iran

Class Standing: Junior

Domestic or International Student: International

Bio: I joined the ambassador team to be able to represent what it is like to be a CS student. I wanted to be able to help students learn more about CS and find their passion in a variety of opportunities within the domain of CS.

What I like the most about UA is the supportive community and resources available for whatever you are interested in. 

My best piece of advice to incoming students is to start the semester as strong as they can. Usually, the first few weeks of the classes are easy, but it keeps getting harder and harder. Getting good grades in the first few weeks will increase your average in the course as it gets harder to obtain good grades in the last few weeks.

Where I am from: Uzbekistan 

Class Standing: Junior 

Domestic or International Student: International 

Bio: I’m an international student from Uzbekistan, currently a junior majoring in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Arizona. I also work as a Student Software Engineer at the Research, Innovation & Impact Institute, where I build reliable software applications that support research projects across the university. My time at U of A has taught me the importance of applying knowledge beyond the classroom. While theory teaches the foundation, real-world projects challenge you to think critically, adapt, and grow. That’s why I always encourage incoming students to do some internships, campus jobs, or personal projects while they study. My journey here hasn’t always been easy, but I’ve learned that persistence pays off. Do real work, build what matters, and never quit.

Where I am from: Glendale, Arizona 

Class Standing: Senior 

Bio: Hi Guys, my name is Aisiri Samak! I joined the CS Ambassadors because I wanted to help people find a major they’re passionate about. I switched my major to Computer Science as a
Sophomore after trying out a lot of different things, and I wish I had known about the department long before starting college. What I like most about UofA/Tucson is I really appreciate the
abundance of communities that exist on and off campus. I was really afraid to come to the UofA not knowing anyone, but there truly is a space for everyone and you will find your people. My advice for incoming students is try different things!

Where I am from: Grand Junction, Colorado 

Class Standing: Senior

Domestic or International Student: Domestic 

Bio: Hi! I’m Teddie. I joined the CS Ambassadors to give back to a department that’s given me so much and to help inspire future Wildcats to explore Computer Science.

CS is a fast-growing field with something for everyone—whether it’s web design, cybersecurity, or game development. UA has been one of the best decisions I’ve made, offering tons of support and opportunities to get involved, both in and outside the classroom.

Bear Down!

Where I am from: Puyallup, Washington State 

Class Standing: Junior 

Domestic or International Student: Domestic 

Bio:Hello! My name is Michael Masenheimer, and I’m from a small farming town in Washington State called Puyallup. I joined the ambassador program at UA because I saw it as a great way to connect deeply with the Tucson community and prospective students. Before college, I had never been to Tucson, but it’s been incredible getting to experience the city’s rich culture and amazing food. I’ve always found fulfillment in helping others, and the chance to combine my passion for computer science with guiding and supporting people in their journeys really drew me into being an ambassador. I chose CS because I wanted to challenge myself with learning and to take advantage of the resources our department has to offer!

Where I am from: Visakhapatnam,Andhra Pradesh

Class Standing: Sophomore 

Domestic or International Student: International 

Bio: Hi! I'm Rajesh, a sophomore international student from India majoring in Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and a minor in Entrepreneurship. I'm currently a Teaching Assistant for CSC 210(Software Development), where I help students strengthen their foundational coding skills. Outside the classroom, I'm passionate about swimming and football. I've competed at the state level in both! I’m excited to be a Computer Science Ambassador and look forward to supporting fellow students in their CS journey.

Where I am from: Tehran, Iran 

Class Standing: Sophomore

Domestic or International Student: International 

Bio: Hi! I’m Zeinab, an international student from Tehran, Iran, and a sophomore. I became a CS Ambassador because I know how overwhelming it can be to adjust to a new environment—especially in tech—and I want to help others feel supported. Building inclusive, welcoming spaces where students can grow has been one of the most meaningful parts of my UA experience. Tucson stands out because of the people—supportive, creative communities that make you feel at home. My advice: Be curious, be bold, and don’t be afraid to reach out. You don’t need to have it all figured out to belong here.
 

Where I am from: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Class Standing: Junior 

Domestic or International Student: International 

Bio: Hi, my name is Imronbek, and I’m from Uzbekistan. I have experience as a backend development intern for an e-commerce website. I am passionate about various fields in computer science, including web development, cybersecurity, and data science, and I am currently exploring which specialization to pursue. I'm excited to be part of the CS Ambassadors program and look forward to connecting with others who share my interests!