About us

Connecting Hampton to the world

The Hampton University International Office plans, organizes, and manages the activities and policies related to international travel, global education, and immigration.

Mission

Global citizenry and collaboration

Our mission is to promote American diplomacy through global citizenry, and to further social and cultural collaboration among domestic and international students and scholars.

Vision

Through that mission, we position Hampton University on the global stage and work toward recognition around the world as a top university for innovation, collaboration, and internationalization.

Our team

Meet the International Office

Our designated school officials and responsible officers manage Hampton’s compliance with SEVIS, the Department of State, USCIS, and the Department of Homeland Security.

Senior International Officer

Ebony Majeed

Director of International Students, Scholars and Programs

Leads the International Office and serves as Hampton’s federal compliance officer: Primary Designated School Official for F-1 students and Responsible Officer for the J-1 program. She builds international partnerships, oversees global risk management and safety planning, and advises on Gilman, Boren, Critical Language, and Freeman-ASIA scholarships.

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Samaria Haysbert

Assistant Director

Supports strategic planning and study abroad participation, onboarding students from application through their return. She conducts partner site visits and serves as a Designated School Official for F-1 and Alternate Responsible Officer for J-1.

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Immigration and Recruitment Specialist

Student and scholar services

Advises students and scholars on immigration requirements and work authorization, guides departments on fees and visa processes for new international faculty, supports orientation and SEVIS check-in, and leads international recruitment and retention efforts.

Front office

Leah Turner

Administrative Assistant

Your first point of contact for visitors and inquiries. She explains documentation and procedures for study and intern abroad options, shares admission contacts for international applicants, and handles international agreement inquiries from partner institutions.

International Office

Planning a hire or a new arrival?

Contact us as early as possible. H-1B and J-1 cases need several months of lead time, and every case starts with a conversation about the right visa category.

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