Spring 2023 Scholars
Since starting university I’ve known that I wanted to study abroad, and having had very few chances to travel the world, anywhere I would go would offer me a new experience. While in Hong Kong, I hope to make new friends, have new experiences, and step out of my comfort zone to gain a more global perspective of the world.
Susan Doubek
Travel Industry Management & Asian Studies
Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Studying in Sydney should be incredible. The University of Technology Sydney provides opportunities to explore Australia. I hope to find adventure around every corner!
Kaihehau Goo
Marketing, & Management
University Technology Sydney, Australia
I’m so excited to finally be able to study abroad in Copenhagen after having it in my plans since high school! While abroad, I hope to see as much of Europe as I can, as well as meet new people that I’ll create cherished memories with!
Thuy Vi Le
Marketing, Management, & Management Information Systems
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
As a rising Native Hawaiian entrepreneur, studying international business in Paris will give me global perspectives and insights. Learning with other international students will help me build my communication skills - and my future brand in the areas of sustainable fashion, culture, lifestyle, and food.
Madison Kamaha'o Medeiros
Management & International Business
IÉSEG, France
During my time abroad in London, I hope to experience many cultures and meet even more people in order to further my education and gain a better understanding of what brings our world together. I am very grateful for the opportunity provided to me by Shidler and the Johnson scholarship to go study abroad and see the world!
Jett Zenthoefer
Marketing, International Business, & Economics
University of Roehampton London, United Kingdom
Growing up in Hawaii I have always been surrounded by Asian culture, so going to Italy I am excited to see a completely different culture and way of living! I am also excited to be able to experience living on my own and moving to a new place without any friends or family to better prepare myself for life after college.
Cobalt Zucker
Finance & Marketing
Lorenzo de 'Medici, Italy
Fall 2022 Scholars
What I hope to experience abroad is a new culture filled with diverse personalities and to find my independence. I believe that traveling abroad will provide me with the opportunities to do and accomplish both.
Justin Brenes
Entrepreneurship
SKEMA Business School, France
As someone who has never been to Europe before, studying abroad at Copenhagen Business School in Denmark is a huge privilege, and I am so grateful to those who have supported me in this next step. There's nothing like traveling to the opposite side of the world to push me out of my comfort zone and develop a global mindset, huh?
Matthew Calulot
Marketing & International Business
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
Aloha! My name is Kaila and I was born on this beautiful island of Oahu. I am currently a Senior at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, double majoring in International Business and Marketing. I've always dreamt about studying abroad to improve my language skills as well as immerse myself in different cultures that fascinate me. So, what better way to do this than to study international business abroad at the Lorenzo de ‘Medici Institute in Florence this coming Fall, whilst improving my Italian? I’m so grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait for this amazing experience! Ciao!
Kaila Cornejo
Marketing & International Business
Lorenzo de 'Medici, Italy
I hope to gain invaluable knowledge, professional experience, and everlasting relationships while studying abroad. Being able to live in France and develop my passions in cooking, traveling, and education would be an incredible experience.
Andras Fujimoto
Finance
SKEMA Business School, France
After two years of setbacks due to COVID, I am extremely excited to be going on international exchange to Rennes School of Business in France through the Manoa International Exchange Program! I am grateful for the opportunity afforded to me through the Johnson Scholarship to expand my horizons and challenge myself both academically and personally.
Jacob Graham
Management Information Systems & History
ESC Rennes School of Business, France
Studying abroad has been a dream of mine since starting college, and I am so grateful for this opportunity to fulfill this dream and immerse myself in a new environment as I go abroad to London. I am looking forward to cultivating new friendships, traveling around Europe to learn and experience different cultures and customs, and growing as a person, student, and young professional.
Kaylee Miki
Finance & International Business
University of Roehampton London, United Kingdom
Visiting the United Kingdom has been at the top of my bucket list since I was learning about the world’s continents and its countries in elementary school. Now, I get to live there and experience all the London has to offer! I am beyond excited for the adventures I’ll go on, the people I’ll meet, and the memories that will last a lifetime. London, here I come!
Kaycee Nakashima
Marketing
University of Roehampton London, United Kingdom
Studying abroad in London will give me a once in a lifetime experience to immerse myself into a new culture, network with students from different countries, and broaden my perspectives in life and in my future career. I am excited to get involved with school activities and visit many of the surrounding countries such as Italy, Iceland, France, Croatia, Greece, and more!
Ashley Taoka
Finance
University of Roehampton London, United Kingdom