International Students and Scholars Staff

Meet your Designated School Officials (DSO).

Dominique 'Nikki' O. Acosta

Dominique ‘Nikki’ O. Acosta

Assistant Dean for institutional Diversity and International Students and ScholarsPrincipal Designated School Official (PDSO)909.607.8875nacosta@hmc.edu

Nikki can assist you with:

  • Immigration Advising
  • Verification Letters (Enrollment, Social Security, etc.)
  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • Travel Signature
Danny Ledezma

Danny Ledezma

Associate Director of Community EngagementDesignated School Official909.607.4015dledezma@hmc.edu

As the associate director of community engagement, Danny organizes, develops and supports community engagement programming on- and off-campus, including student-led and community-led programs. He also manages and supervises the Homework Hotline program by working collaboratively with school districts, educators and other members of the campus and external community. Danny received his B.A. in psychology from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and his M.S. in college counseling and student development from Azusa Pacific University.

Danny can assist you with:

  • Verification Letters (Enrollment, Social Security, etc.)
  • Travel Signature