Eli Samuel Holmes
University Student Writer
Marketing and Communications
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Dandy Nugraha: A Journey Beyond the Plan
At Analytic Design Lab in Plain City, Utah, Dandy Nugraha is learning what it means to solve problems without always having a clear set of instructions. As a software analyst intern, he works across software, digital logic, hardware, research, testing, and technical documentation—experience that is helping him connect his computer science education to the demands of a professional career. Majoring in computer science, this internship provides him with experience that will influence his future career, adding to the stacked arsenal of entrepreneurial experience he’s previously honed himself.
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From BYU–Hawaii to the Hawaiʻi Senate: Angelou Revil Pacia Finds Her Path in Public Service
For many college students, summer is a time to kick back and relax. But Angelou Revil Pacia, a junior from the Philippines studying psychology and political science at BYU–Hawaii, is spending her summer researching policy and developing legislative proposals at the Hawaii Senate.
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BYU–Hawaii Students Use Music to Bridge Cultures and Serve Ukrainian Refugee Youth
In partnership with Peace Through Music International, a nonprofit organization that aims to help children from war-torn countries improve their lives through music, BYU–Hawaii students recently traveled to Poland to lift, teach, and serve refugee children from Ukraine.
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BYUH Student Internships Skyrocket to New Heights
The number of BYU–Hawaii students securing professional internships has increased significantly over the past three years, providing students with opportunities that enhance their college experience and jump-start their careers.
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HTM Wellness Retreat Connects Personal Growth and Professional Development
Wellness tourism is the fastest-growing sector in the hospitality and tourism industry. It centers on travel aimed at improving personal well-being, and BYU–Hawaii students are preparing to help shape its future.
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BYUH Begins Vertical Construction for New Welcome Center
BYU–Hawaii reaches another construction milestone as Okland Construction officially begins building vertically on the new welcome center at the center of campus. The project continues to move steadily forward, supporting the university’s mission to provide a Christ-centered education, while also preparing students to become future leaders.
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One Step at a Time: Mika Konno
Mika Martis, an alumnus from Japan, graduated in the winter of 2025 with a bachelor’s in social work. The journey throughout her time at BYU–Hawaii is one of perspective, learning, and navigating the twists and turns of this beautiful thing called life.
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Forged in Fire: 2026 Employee Fireknife Competition
The Polynesian Cultural Center recently held its Employee Fireknife Competition on April 15. This annual event invites every employee to participate, and it honors the ancient ailao, which is a traditional Samoan warrior dance.
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