Somala Tiffany Beda, Maverick Global Ambassador
250 Centennial Student UnionHow would you describe yourself?
I'm deeply in love with peace, lol. I like my safe place, and I love my people.
I enjoy exploring and discovering new passions and hobbies.
Where is your hometown?
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
What's the craziest thing on your bucket list?
Having a house right in front of the ocean, just being able to wake up every day with this view
Are you a dog or a cat person?
A dog person
What's your favorite part about being a student at Minnesota State University?
I like how diverse this college is; it's like traveling worldwide while staying in the same place. And the numerous opportunities, jobs, and scholarships offered.
What's your favorite quote?
Do it until you believe it.
If you could give one piece of advice to incoming international students, what would it be?
To fully enjoy your experience here, you must be open-minded to opportunities, even if it means being humbled sometimes.
What's a difference between Mankato and your home country that surprised you?
The big difference is the language (everybody speaks French), and Mankato is pretty calm. Abidjan is called the "party capital."