By Michelle Costa, Local News 8 Reporter

POCATELLO - Being an International student is tough enough, but try not knowing whether your family is safe at home.

That's how three Idaho State University students feel every day because their family is living in Afghanistan.

It's a country recently splattered all over the national news as American troops fight a war.

Romal Hussaini may seem like any normal college student, but he's from a country in shambles.

"I have been in Afghanistan. I know how hard life can be for people like people struggling for a piece of bread," said Romal Hussaini, Afghanistan student.

He left his family. Three brothers. Four sisters. To study business.

"I think I am one of the luckiest people that got a chance to come here and do my education," said Hussaini.

Coming to Idaho State University was one of Romal's biggest accomplishments who explained in his home country, most people don't have that luxury.

"Most of the people they cannot complete their primary or secondary because of the poverty and financial problems," said Hussaini.

Since the 29-year-old has no support from his family, he works two jobs.

"I study here. I work here on campus. Make some money to pay for tuition, but no other support so it's hard for me to go back and visit," said Hussaini.

In his spare time, Romal sends emails to his family and calls them once a week.

"I miss them every day. After a war for three decades in a country, it takes awhile to come back to normal," said Hussaini.

Despite it all, Romal is optimistic for his homeland's future.

Romal graduates from ISU in two semesters.

Then, he wants to go back to his country and work in the United Nations.

He encourages others to learn about places outside of our area and open their hearts to everyone.