Meet Mei Chen

Mei Chen graduated from HPU in 2024 with a BSBA, concentrating in finance and economics. She is from Kaneohe and graduated from Castle High School. As an HPU student, she was incredibly active in her campus community and is an excellent example of being immersed in it while balancing academics and making valuable connections. Upon graduation from HPU, she secured full-time employment as a fiscal specialist for the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation.

Unforgettable Experiences

To help get more familiar with HPU and her new classmates, Mei started following the Class of 2024 Instagram account before her freshman year began and met one of her new HPU friends, Alice, from the Philippines. She met two additional close friends, Estela and Marin, through Business 1000, where they created a bond that could never grow apart. In her four years at HPU, Mei met lifelong friends.

Campus Engagement and Leadership

Mei served as the treasurer of the Student Government Association and helped incoming freshmen assimilate to HPU and their new college journey as a Peer Mentor. In her senior year, she worked full-time at the State Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism as a budget and fiscal intern. Mei truly showcases what it means to be an active participant in the HPU and the broader community.

A Supportive Academic Environment

In her classes, Mei felt supported by the smaller class sizes. They allowed her to create tight-knit groups and establish meaningful relationships with professors and staff. Mei also greatly appreciated her professors’ direct industry experience, which enables them to integrate real-life applications into the classroom. Outside of the typical classroom setting, she received invitations to formal networking events sponsored by the University, leading her to meet mentors in her chosen career.

The Ideal Location

Mei has taken full advantage of the opportunities that Downtown Honolulu has to offer, which is perfect for a business major. She also created great memories with her HPU friends, exploring and unwinding at the different restaurants and coffee shops near campus.

Discover HPU

At Hawaiʻi Pacific University, students like Mei are a prime example of being dedicated to school, and the surrounding community. Mei and many other HPU students have nurtured invaluable relationships and taken great strides toward their dream careers. We invite you to explore how HPU can be the place for you to achieve your academic and career goals in a supportive, dynamic environment. Join us and find your place in our 'ohana.

Discover how you can find or strengthen your passions at HPU and begin your journey to make a significant impact on the world. We’re excited to welcome you into our community!