Quick Bio: Hoang was born in Vietnam and relocated with his family to Boise, ID at a young age. An extremely motivated young man, Hoang's dedication to hard work and commitment to education drove him to move away from home in search of personal and financial independence. During his sophomore year, Hoang worked full time while maintaining his full-time student status in order to gain residency. He currently supports himself financially and is working toward a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. In his spare time, you'll find Hoang playing basketball or lifting weights at the IMA.