Supporting the dreams of Malaysians studying in
A small Malaysian community in the U.S. doesn't mean you need a flight ticket to feel at home.
Enhance your education experience with the NAMSA family, your home away from home.
Backed up by NAMSA's Main Stakeholders for more than 7 years
Our Impact
At NAMSA, we strive for lasting and sustainable changes.
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Events Held in 2022
72
MASAs Affliated
4933
Malaysians Registered
Organizational Pillars
What drives NAMSA?
Advocacy & Service
We vow to be the platform where students can voice out their opinions/concerns on any issue, and receive help for any situation given the circumstances.Everyone is a part of our NAMSA family and we believe that no one and no voice should be left behind or unheard.
Career Development
We strive to help the development of future leaders of Malaysia by finding opportunities that can benefit not just the students, but also other stakeholders such as companies in Malaysia and the US.This is done by hosting various career fairs, workshops, etc; that are all boosted by a growing network that we build with different stakeholders.
Lifestyle & Culture
As the faces of Malaysia in the US, we should always try to display Malaysian hospitality with pride in everything we do.In NAMSA, events such as the Malaysian Cultural Festival (MFest) and the Malaysian Sports Festival (MSF) promote this along with other events hosted by the Malaysian Student Associations (MASAs) in universities across the US.
Across borders
Beyond Home
With a vast network and support from the Embassy,
NAMSA works to connect Malaysians across the States.
You heard it here first.
Don't take our word for it.
Verify it for yourself.
Nurhazwani Binti Husni
EPiC Corporate External Relations Officer
The reason why I love NAMSA is because of the people in it and the fact that they are willing to sacrifice their time to help others. Even before I joined them, I was helped a lot especially in transitioning from Malaysia to here.
Maisarah Ibrahim
Vice President of Strategy
NAMSA provides me with a safe space to connect with fellow Malaysians in the US and worldwide. I cannot emphasize enough how NAMSA has brought colors into my undergrad life in the US and broadened my perspectives on so many things.
Kasyful Roslan
COMMS Legal & Policy Officer
NAMSA is an organization that works really hard in providing various supports to the Malaysian students in the U.S., including professional opportunities, well-being aids, and cultural programs to ensure that these students get the best experience while studying abroad in the U.S.
Upcoming Events
November 11-12, 2023
Malaysian Sports Festival (MSF) 2023Experience the thrill of competition at the Malaysian Sports Festival (MSF)! After a COVID hiatus, we're back bigger and better than ever.Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just passionate about sports, MSF is your stage to shine. Stay tuned for more details and get ready to show your skills!
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Contacts
Email: inquiry@mynamsa.org
Address: 3516 International Ct NW, Washington, DC 20008
Our Mission
We aspire to be the body that unites Malaysian Student Associations (MSA) across America and forge beneficial relationships between them. NAMSA aims to nurture and enrich the development of Malaysian students in America and to inculcate a culture of leadership, professionalism, and networking. In achieving these goals, NAMSA hopes to build towards a culture of growth and unity.
Coast to Coast
Due to the geographical size of the United States, Malaysian students studying in the country are separated into 3 main regions: West Coast, Midwest and East Coast.In 2015, 71 Malaysian student leaders worked together in Washington D.C. to form an umbrella body that united the 3 Regional Councils, thus forming the first Provisional Council of the Assembly.Today, NAMSA operates across the 3 regions to ensure that student needs are well-managed and their voices are adequately represented across the United States.
West Coast Council (WCC)Founded in 2015, the West Coast Council (WCC) is a non-profit, student-run organization for Malaysian students studying in the West Coast of the United States of America, which under NAMSA and WCC consists of the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming and Washington.
Council of Midwest Malaysian Students (COMMS)Through various methods. COMMS serves as a resource for Malaysian Students Associations to work together with the interest of furthering inter-university relationships among the Midwest region. Under NAMSA and COMMS, the Midwest consists of the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
East Coast Presidential Council (EPiC)EPiC is a politically neutral, student based, non-government organization, regional student representative body established during the Fall Semester of 2014 in partnership with Education Malaysia Washington DC. EPiC aspires to open pathways to Malaysian students for international exposure.NAMSA and EPiC the East Coast consists of the following state: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and West Verginia.
Be a part of our mission.
Join us through our recruitment session in every spring. Once chosen, you'll step into an officer role at NAMSA, actively shaping our mission and initiatives. For those seeking leadership, explore director roles in our departments via the same process. We welcome all Malaysian students in the US to apply, adding your unique spark to our vibrant community.
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