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Finding Home Far From Home

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes September 12, 2025 11:55 AM
Algernon Martis, a senior from Curaçao majoring in business management, said his path to BYU–Hawaii began with a dream to play baseball in the United States, but it ultimately became a story of divine redirection, personal transformation, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Read Full Story

Starting Your Journey Right: New Student Onboarding

By Ruveni Yabakivou September 12, 2025 09:17 AM
Every semester at BYU–Hawaii begins with a sense of excitement, and it doesn’t get any more awesome than New Student Onboarding (NSO). With months of preparation, research, and careful planning, NSO sets the tone for what life will be like on campus. NSO isn’t just about paperwork and documentation; the six-person team behind the event plans to enrich, edify, and inspire new students while creating a fun and memorable experience. Read Full Story

Students Lead the Way in Service at BYU–Hawaii

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes September 08, 2025 09:18 AM
Highlighting Past, Present and Future Projects From the BYUH Service Center Read Full Story

Five Tips for a Successful Semester at BYU–Hawaii

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes September 03, 2025 08:30 AM
Beginning a new semester can feel both exciting and overwhelming for new students. Fortunately, BYU–Hawaii offers a range of support services to help students thrive academically, emotionally, physically, and socially. Here are five essential resources, along with tips on how to use them effectively. Read Full Story

Breaking Ground for the New McKay Complex

By Ruveni Yabakivou August 29, 2025 02:28 PM
On Thursday, August 28, members of the BYU–Hawaii President's Council, along with honored guests, gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new McKay Complex. Read Full Story

From Fiji to Laie: Life as a Seasider

By Ruveni Yabakivou August 28, 2025 09:47 AM
From the sun-soaked shores of Fiji to the lush campus of BYU–Hawaii, Koliaci Bete, a BYU-Hawaii alumni, embraced every opportunity the university offered. Read Full Story

Turning Education into Opportunity: The New Era of Career Services

By Ruveni Yabakivou August 27, 2025 09:00 AM
BYU–Hawaii Career Services is focusing on innovation, teamwork, and a stronger commitment to helping students prepare for life after graduation. Read Full Story

Shaped by Strong Women, Guided by the Savior

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes August 26, 2025 08:30 AM
Liza Marie Querimit, a senior from the Philippines majoring in business management with an emphasis in economics and finance, says that it took a pandemic, a mission, and a leap of faith to bring her from the busy streets of her country to the quiet, temple-adjacent campus of BYU–Hawaii, where she now places her goals, values, and testimony first. Read Full Story

From Dreams to Degrees: How IWORK Empowers BYU–Hawaii Students

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes August 20, 2025 08:30 AM
For many international students, the dream of earning a degree in the United States seems out of reach due to financial constraints. At BYU–Hawaii, IWORK, a work-study program makes that dream a reality for thousands of students from across the Pacific and Asia each year. By combining part-time work with tuition assistance, the scholarship not only funds their education but also teaches self-reliance, time management, and the value of service. Read Full Story

Fall 2025 Devotional Schedule

August 19, 2025 08:30 AM
Brigham Young University–Hawaii announced its fall 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