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Sery Kone: A Future Worth Fighting For
Sery Kone graduated from Brigham Young University–Hawaii in June 2015 with a degree in business management. Born and raised in Côte d'Ivoire, he survived child labor on the country's cacao farms and left a corporate career to build Well Africa, a nonprofit organization providing schools and clinics across West Africa. Now a loving husband and father, Kone’s story is one of faith, perseverance, and giving back through education.
Alumni Highlights
Carving Your Own Way
Sam Mangakahia earned a degree in Graphic Design from BYU–Hawaii in 2021. Today, he and his wife, Chalei, are the founders of Shaka Tribe, a cultural art brand, alongside his personal art brand, Hamiora Art, both inspired by his Māori heritage. Mangakahia’s work lights up stages, sells worldwide, and counts Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson among his collaborators. His journey is guided by culture, craft, and the power of knowing who you are.
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Cherry Zhang
Cherry Zhang is a Brigham Young University–Hawaii alumna originally from Shenzhen, China, now residing in Hong Kong, China. She graduated in December 2024 with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management. Today, with a Master's in Digital Management and an IBM internship, she's bringing her curiosity, and love of connecting with people into her career as a Technology Transformation Consultant.
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From BYU–Hawaii to Leading Tahiti’s Global Tourism
Hironui Johnston, a BYU–Hawaii alumnus from Tahiti, French Polynesia, shares how his university experience shaped his global perspective, strengthened his Pacific identity, and prepared him for professional success. He reflects on the value of cultural connections, personal growth, and making the most of every opportunity at BYU–Hawaii. His message encourages students to view their education, relationships, and extracurricular activities as building blocks for their future.
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