BYU–Hawaii News

Brigham Young University–Hawaii President John S.K. Kauwe III and first lady Monica S. Kauwe recently journeyed to Mongolia to meet with local Church leaders, cherished alums, and prospective students. The visit was of special significance for church members as it coincided with the 30th anniversary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' establishment in Mongolia. Read Full Story

With approval from the BYU–Hawaii Board of Trustees, BYU–Hawaii is delighted to unveil proposed plans for the new campus welcome center, which includes the preservation and display of significant portions of the McKay mosaic. Read Full Story

Leialoha Benson has been hired as an advisor in the Office of Honor. This is a new full-time position recently created for the department. Read Full Story

Plans are underway for Iosepa, a traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe, to return to the sea. BYU–Hawaii and the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) are partnering together to sail the 57-foot waʻa kaulua once again. Read Full Story

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Brigham Young University–Hawaii Academic Vice President Isaiah Walker announced hiring Bruce Duerden as a visiting professor in the Theatre Program for the 2023-2024 academic year. Read Full Story

BYU–Hawaii Operations Vice President Kevin Schlag announced the hire of Sam Merrick as the new director of Facilities Management. In this role, Merrick will oversee Grounds, Property Services, Maintenance, and other areas in FM. Read Full Story

The Willes Center for International Entrepreneurship at Brigham Young University–Hawaii is delighted to announce the inaugural recipients of the Emerging Entrepreneurs Scholarships. This two-tiered scholarship program aims to equip all students on campus with the necessary skills to generate economic opportunities in Oceania and the Asian Rim through entrepreneurship, regardless of their chosen majors and minors. Read Full Story

Brigham Young University–Hawaii Administrative Vice President Steve Tueller has named Mark Fitzgerald as the new chief compliance officer in the Office of Compliance & Ethics. In this position, Fitzgerald will manage and oversee programs and activities for establishing standards and implementing procedures to help leaders and managers ensure the university’s compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Read Full Story

Brigham Young University–Hawaii is excited to introduce two faculty members to the BYUH ohana for the Fall 2023 Semester. Brian Stone and Paula Nonu are the new professors set to teach courses in the construction and facilities management minor. The minor currently falls under the Faculty of Math & Computing and is overseen by Dean Aaron Curtis. Anticipating the number of students enrolled in the minor to increase, the board has already approved the request to expand it into a new major, with Dr. Stone and Dr. Nonu assisting in its development. Read Full Story