BYU–Hawaii News

A century has passed, and Institute continues to offer all young adults a place to gather and learn about Jesus Christ. From its humble beginnings in Moscow, Idaho in 1926, it has now evolved to reach across the globe into various countries. Seminaries & Institutes are about to reach a never-before-seen milestone of 1 million participants worldwide who are eager to receive more of the Savior’s light. Here in Laie, the Institute program mirrors that same global mission through meaningful connection, growth, and spiritual development. Read Full Story

Since construction began across BYU–Hawaii’s campus, change has become a shared experience for departments university-wide. This new chapter highlights student creativity as they introduce the newest addition to BYU–Hawaii: The Shore. Read Full Story

A student-centered program at the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) called the “Apprenticeship Program” was designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, equipping BYU–Hawaii students with hands-on experience within a professional culinary environment. Read Full Story

Academic Vice President Isaiah Walker announced the appointment of Dr. Spencer Ingley and Dr. Amanda Wallace as co-directors of the Edward D. Smith Center for Learning & Teaching (CLT) at Brigham Young University–Hawaii. Ingley began serving in the role on September 1, 2025, and Wallace began her appointment on January 1, 2026. Read Full Story

When R. Kelly Haws and his wife, Connie Haws, acting president and first lady, arrived at Brigham Young University–Hawaii, they brought with them a shared love for education, a deep testimony of Jesus Christ, and decades of experience serving students across the world. Read Full Story

Operations Vice President Kevin Schlag announced Ryan Carter as the new chief information officer at Brigham Young University–Hawaii. Carter will help advance the campus’ strategic priorities, including artificial intelligence, information technology (IT) security, and the development of the students’ capstone experience. He succeeds Arlene Sewell, who transitioned to an IT role at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Carter will assume the role in mid-February. Read Full Story

Ban Phung, associate professor in the Faculty of Arts and Letters, shares about his life, pursuits, and interests. Read Full Story

Ying Ying Li Tamilarason once pursued an Olympic dream on Malaysia’s badminton courts. Now, she works just as hard for good grades at BYU–Hawaii, bringing the same determination that took her to the world stage. Read Full Story

Operations Vice President Kevin Schlag announced the appointment of Paul Otte as director of Campus Security at Brigham Young University–Hawaii. He replaces Anthony Pickard, who is retiring. The appointment is effective January 12. Read Full Story

Academic Vice President Isaiah Walker announced Matthew Bowen as the new director of religious education at Brigham Young University–Hawaii. Bowen will take on this role beginning January 7. Read Full Story