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Language Tutors

Meet our tutors from various countries and majors.

The Academic Commons – Language and Speech is here to cater to your language learning goals as well as to help with fundamental skills such as presentation and pronunciation that will assist you during your time here at Brigham Young University–Hawaii.

Click on the name of the tutors in the list below in order to see their tutoring schedules. You can sign up to meet with tutors on their schedules.

Our Tutors

Anna Barrus

Pronunciation/Presentation Tutor

Aloha! My name is Anna Barrus, and I am a senior from Canada. I am majoring in TESOL Education with a minor in psychology. I love learning other languages and have a passion for teaching others. I can't wait to meet you!

Kaloni Tonga

Pronunciation/Presentation Tutor

Hi, I’m Kalonisita Tonga from the Kingdom of Tonga — but you can call me Kaloni. I study Anthropology with minors in Health Human Science and HR at BYU–Hawaii. I’m a loud and proud Tongan who loves spending time with friends, family, and helping others. If you see me, feel free to say hi!

Yesui Dashdorj

Pronunciation/Presentation Tutor

Hi! I’m Yesui from Mongolia, a sophomore majoring in Business Management concentrated in Finance. I enjoy helping others learn and grow, and I aim to make each tutoring session friendly and supportive.

Isa, Hiu Nam, Wong

Pronunciation/Presentation Tutor

Aloha! My name is Isa, and I’m from Hong Kong. I can speak Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. My major is TESOL Education, and I love exploring new things. I hope to meet you soon!

Michael Schaumann

Pronunciation/Presentation Tutor

A pretty average cool guy majoring in Psychology with dreams to be a PA. Enthusiastic to help!!!