Brigham Young University–Hawaii’s Hoʻolōkahi Chamber Choir (HCC) took the stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City on May 11, 2025. The 54-member ensemble—representing a diverse mosaic of countries and ethnicities—performed “Worldwide Requiem,” a 25-minute, seven-movement composition by BYUH assistant professor Dr. Erica Glenn. Read Full Story

As BYU–Hawaii honors Mother’s Day this May, the stories of student mothers on campus serve as quiet yet powerful reminders of perseverance, purpose, and divine strength through the works of motherhood. Read Full Story

Timothy Samad, a senior from Indonesia majoring in business management with an emphasis in finance, shares his unique path to Brigham Young University–Hawaii, one marked by faith, academic ambition, and personal transformation, one that includes turning down top universities in Indonesia to becoming a CFA Research Challenge local champion, Samad’s story is one of purposeful living and giving the Lord an equal opportunity in all things. Read Full Story

Administrative Vice President Michael Tejada has announced the appointment of David Fonoimoana as director of career planning and placement at Brigham Young University–Hawaii, effective May 5. Read Full Story

Delegates from Southeast Asia and beyond gathered at Brigham Young University–Hawaii from April 23–25, for the third annual Human Dignity & ASEAN: Pursuing Peaceful and Inclusive Societies in Southeast Asia Conference. Hosted by the Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative at BYU–Hawaii, the conference focused on building peaceful, inclusive societies through multi-faith collaboration, cross-cultural literacy, and humanitarian partnerships. Read Full Story

Brigham Young University–Hawaii announced its spring 2025 devotional schedule. This semester, speakers include members of the leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU–Hawaii employees, and other invited guests. Weekly campus devotionals are an important part of the BYU–Hawaii experience. The purpose of campus devotionals is to gather as a campus community for a regular opportunity to experience the influence of the Holy Ghost through student-focused messages centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ. Read Full Story

Grace Taliu (née Tueli), a senior from Fiji double majoring in computer science and business management with an emphasis in marketing, shares how coming to BYU–Hawaii was not just about pursuing a degree—it was about surrendering to a divine redirection. Her decision to start over in a new country took courage, faith, and a deep trust in the Lord’s plan. Read Full Story

Kelvin Uili, a junior from Samoa majoring in information systems, shares about his path as a leader, disciple of Jesus Christ, and future agent of change in his community. Read Full Story

Graduation speaker, Rosalind Pedron, says her success is rooted in the balance she found between academics, faith, family, community and motherhood. Read Full Story

Students across Brigham Young University–Hawaiʻi gathered on Thursday, April 3, for the 2025 Undergraduate Research Conference (URC), an annual campus-wide event that spotlights student scholarship in research, writing, music, creative projects, and academic poster presentations. This year’s theme, “Perseverance is Power,” was inspired by Japanese Shingon Buddhist leader Yakou Sumioka’s writing on diligence, strength, and lifelong devotion to righteous aspirations. Read Full Story