Changemakers | A conversation with Tonga Hopoi

Tonga Hopoi will unpack the wonders and hardships of service to others and share encouragement for those still finding their voices as leaders of change.

rom OSU to the White House to public service in the Aloha State, Tonga Hopoi, ’12, has been the first of many things. That path of authentic leadership and community representation comes with great joy, but it can also be lonely at times.

Hear about the tools that have helped her stay whole and strong in the process and take inspiration from her tenets of leadership — including the pursuit of the Beloved Community, a phrase used by philosopher Josiah Royce and Martin Luther King, Jr. that refers to a society with compassion and the common good at its core.

Changemakers | A Conversation with Amber Coyne

Changemakers | Turning Adversity into Advantage

Changemakers | Paying it forward

Changemakers | A conversation with Coach Smith

Changemakers | A conversation with Lindsay Schnell

Changemakers | A conversation with Tonga Hopoi

Ask Alumni | Expanding Your Network and Building Your Professional Brand

Dec 18, 2024

In this Ask Alumni webcast, OSU supporter Ellen Recko — a LinkedIn profile expert, career coach and former Intel director — will teach you how to leverage LinkedIn to research companies and connect with the people who matter in your industry.

Ask Alumni | Maximizing LinkedIn with a Powerful Profile

Dec 10, 2024

In this Ask Alumni webcast, OSU supporter Ellen Recko — a LinkedIn profile expert, career coach and former Intel director — will share valuable insights on how to make your LinkedIn profile work effectively for you.

Travel Talk | Essence of India: A Global Perspective on Ecology & Culture

Nov 12, 2024

Discover India’s rich cultural tapestry, its evolving role on the global stage and its impactful conservation efforts through Khanna’s personal stories and insights.

Ask Alumni | Stress, Sleep and Self-Care: Balancing Your Well-Being

Oct 22, 2024

This virtual workshop with Matthew Rensi, Ph.D. ’21, a licensed professional clinical counselor, focuses on the critical connection between stress management, quality sleep and effective self-care.