December 31, 2020 Rizal Takin said his BYUH experience has helped him become a better leader and a better learner. Photo by Ho Yin Li Rizal Takin said his BYUH experience has helped him become a better leader and a better learner. Photo by Ho Yin Li As a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints realizing his need for a better education, Rizal A. Takin said his family motivated him to attend BYU–Hawaii in hopes it would transform his and their lives for the better. His professors and friends say he is determined to succeed as a leader in all he does.