BYUH alumna, striving to be a lawyer at the United Nations, encourages current students to be prepared for life after college
NominKhosbayar, a BYUH alumna and current law student advised students to take advantage of BYUH resources to prepare for career and postgraduate schools.
What was your career and educational journey after BYUH?
“I graduated in 2018. I majored in political science with a legal studies certificate. It helped me a lot to take the LSAT, a test required to get into law school. Currently, I am enrolled in law school located in Boston, at[New England Law School].”
What special memories do you have from your student years at BYUH?
“I truly admire the diversity of our university, and I have made friends from all over the world. It's amazing to think that I could travel to any country now, and I would have friends there.
Also, working while being enrolled full-time in college is hard. However, the PCC is such an amazing place full of aloha that I was always excited to go to work.
“As a tour guide, informing people about Polynesian culture and connecting with hundreds of people every week was such a delight. My job has taught me so many skills that I can't really learn in school. I have made very special connections with people and touched their hearts through my work that many of my guests still stay in contact with me to this day.”
What blessings have you seen from attending BYUH?
“This school prepares you for the real world not only academically, but also spiritually. It has blessed me with great knowledge, skills, and more importantly the biggest ohana: friends. Besides great academic knowledge and skills, I have learned that a person's character is just as important. I have met many great people who have helped me immensely, and I strive to help others any chance I get.”
What advice would you give to current and graduating students at BYUH?“Planning ahead of your internships/jobs and postgraduate school will give you many more options and make big differences in your life! I cannot stress that enough. You should enjoy the beautiful island as much as you can during your freshman year. After that, I highly recommend you to already start looking for internships/jobs and make connections.
“If you are planning to go to a postgraduate school, start preparing for the admission tests and the other requirements immediately. It seems like you would be a freshman forever, graduation seems so far, and when the seniors and alumni tell you exactly what I’m telling you right now, you wouldn't take it as seriously.'
However, I promise you that four years of college would pass in the blink of an eye. There are great professionals such as academic advisors and Career Services experts that can help you.”
What are some challenges in your life?
“Having big dreams and working towards big career goals is a great thing, but I have learned that your mental health is just as important. Giving yourself a break and a little self-care is completely okay.”
What are your future goals?
“After successfully graduating from law school, I am planning to take the bar exam, which would allow me to receive my license to practice law. I am focusing on international law and human rights and planning to do my internship as a lawyer at the United Nations. If students want to ask me anything, don’t hesitate to reach me through my Instagram @nonaofyobusiness.”