Meet Jordan Young
A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NATIVE CONTINUING TO SUCCEED AT HAWAIʻI PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
From Southern California to Honolulu
Jordan Young, originally from Southern California, came to HPU with enthusiasm for learning and exploring her passions. After completing her undergraduate degree in communications, she recently earned her MA in Strategic Communications through HPUʻs accelerated concurrent program. Jordan had many amazing experiences that have provided her with the tools necessary to succeed within her field. She exemplifies what kind of success is possible for an HPU student academically, professionally, and personally.
Campus Involvement and Professional Preparation
Jordan has always loved being a student, and her involvement at HPU allowed her to explore her interests while strengthening her communication and leadership abilities. As an undergraduate, she served as a peer mentor, orientation leader, writing tutor, and strategic communication assistant within HPU’s marketing and communications department. Jordan enjoyed every moment. She later became a graduate assistant for HPU’s Department of Arts, Communication, Language, and Media, where she contributed to the departmentʻs social media strategy and supported efforts to promote departmental initiatives and events. Jordan also had the opportunity to work as a publisherʻs assistant for Pacific Edge magazine, gaining hands-on experience managing two of the companyʻs LinkedIn pages and serving as the point of contact for Pacific Edge Mediaʻs Women in Business TV show.
Living the Aloha Spirit
Jordan spent her first year living at Aloha Tower in the Waterfront Lofts, which provided her with amazing experiences and introduced her to lifelong friends. Also, due to the centralized location of our university, Jordan enjoyed exploring the shopping, beaches, rich cultural experiences, new cuisines, and more.
Academic Experience at HPU
Jordan valued HPUʻs intimate class sizes and knowledgeable professors, who inspired her to push herself and become the best she can be. She made impactful connections with the various professors and mentors who helped her gain wonderful experiences and valuable knowledge. As a communications major, she loved her classes and thrived in the more project-based and real-life examples she studied.
Jordan and her roommate Jenna Shelburne, before kicking off their third year, spent a few weeks as orientation leaders for incoming freshmen and international students. A real full-circle moment from where they met as freshman roommates.
Jordan on the Hawaii News Now set, where she served as the contact for a Women in Business TV segment.
Looking Ahead
With her graduate degree recently completed, Jordan is excited about the next chapter of her professional journey. She feels well prepared due to the academic, professional, and professional growth she experienced throughout her time at HPU.
A Message to Prospective Students from Jordan
“If you’re thinking about taking the leap and coming to HPU, I cannot recommend it enough. I’ve made lifelong friends, amazing memories, and have been introduced to wonderful opportunities. I’ve also learned so much about Hawaiian culture and have been lucky enough to meet people from all over the world. It was the best decision I could have made."
Why HPU?
Jordanʻs story showcases all the amazing opportunities that Hawaiʻi Pacific University has to offer. We invite you to explore all the possibilities it can provide you and urge you to find your passions just like Jordan did.
Dive into our many programs, engage with our vibrant city and student life, and discover how you can find or strengthen your passions at HPU. We’re excited to welcome you to our community!