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Faculty of Arts & Letters
Dr. Melissa Glenn Presents at the 2023 National Association of Teachers of Singing International Region Conference
February 17, 2023 — Dr. Melissa Glenn, Associate Professor
Dr. Melissa Glenn was selected to present at the 2023 NATS International Region Conference on her innovations within the vocal program at BYUH. Drawing on research and experimentation among our diverse student body, Dr. Glenn offered suggestions for adapting core courses for voice majors like Vocal Literature, Lyric Diction, and Vocal Pedagogy to better serve a global population in a 21st century world. Instead of focusing primarily on classical voice and artificially separating classical, musical theatre, and contemporary styles, she recommended an integrated approach and encouraged her colleagues around the globe to examine their own curriculum critically.
Dr. Melissa Glenn was selected to present at the 2023 NATS International Region Conference on her innovations within the vocal program at BYUH. Drawing on research and experimentation among our diverse student body, Dr. Glenn offered suggestions for adapting core courses for voice majors like Vocal Literature, Lyric Diction, and Vocal Pedagogy to better serve a global population in a 21st century world. Instead of focusing primarily on classical voice and artificially separating classical, musical theatre, and contemporary styles, she recommended an integrated approach and encouraged her colleagues around the globe to examine their own curriculum critically.
Chiung Hwang Chen Published a Chapter in "The Handbook on Religion and Communication"
February 7, 2023 — Dr. Chiung Hwang Chen, Professor
Chiung Hwang Chen published "Incipient Diversity: Gender and Race in Media and Religion Research." In "The Handbook of Religion and Communication" (pp. 417-432) by Wiley Blackwell.
Chiung Hwang Chen published "Incipient Diversity: Gender and Race in Media and Religion Research." In "The Handbook of Religion and Communication" (pp. 417-432) by Wiley Blackwell.
Cato Institute Published Gale Pooley's New Book, Superabundance
August 31, 2022 — Gale Pooley, Professor
Pooley's new book, "Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet" was published by the Cato Institute. It has since been reviewed by The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, the National Review, Forbes, Spectator, the Christian Science Monitor, the Washington Post, the Washington Times, LeExpress, and the Times of India.
Pooley's new book, "Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet" was published by the Cato Institute. It has since been reviewed by The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, the National Review, Forbes, Spectator, the Christian Science Monitor, the Washington Post, the Washington Times, LeExpress, and the Times of India.
Charles Bradshaw Presented at 2022 Transatlantic Studies Association Conference
July 2022 — Charles Bradshaw, Professor
Charles Bradshaw presented a paper in July at the 2022 Transatlantic Studies Association Conference in Canterbury, England. The paper discusses early American depictions of Islam in Royal Tyler’s 1798 novel, The Algerine Captive.
Charles Bradshaw presented a paper in July at the 2022 Transatlantic Studies Association Conference in Canterbury, England. The paper discusses early American depictions of Islam in Royal Tyler’s 1798 novel, The Algerine Captive.
Dr. Erica Glenn Completes Fulbright Research in Poland
July 2022 — Dr. Erica Glenn, Visiting Assistant Professor
Dr. Erica Glenn recently conducted research on a Fulbright Grant in Warsaw, Poland, where she studied the impact of music among Ukrainian refugees and reported on conditions in refugee centers. She has published Op-Eds with USA Today and the Salt Lake Tribune. She has also presented her findings at the ASU Melikian Center and the MCCCD Global Forum on Social Justice in the Arts and will speak at Fordypningsrommet Fleinvaer in Norway in June. This summer (2023), she will continue her research on an American Councils grant in Estonia.
Dr. Erica Glenn recently conducted research on a Fulbright Grant in Warsaw, Poland, where she studied the impact of music among Ukrainian refugees and reported on conditions in refugee centers. She has published Op-Eds with USA Today and the Salt Lake Tribune. She has also presented her findings at the ASU Melikian Center and the MCCCD Global Forum on Social Justice in the Arts and will speak at Fordypningsrommet Fleinvaer in Norway in June. This summer (2023), she will continue her research on an American Councils grant in Estonia.
Mason Allred Published in the "Journal of Mormon History"
April 2022 — Mason Allred, Assistant Professor
Allred published an article titled “Developing the Dead: Spirit Photography, Mormonism, and Noise,” in the Journal of Mormon History 48 (April 2022): 106–130.
Allred published an article titled “Developing the Dead: Spirit Photography, Mormonism, and Noise,” in the Journal of Mormon History 48 (April 2022): 106–130.
Mason Allred Presented the Keynote Speech at the BYU–Hawaii Undergraduate Research Conference
March 31, 2022 — Mason Allred, Assistant Professor
Allred gave the keynote speech at the BYU–Hawaii Undergraduate Research Conference. His speech was titled “The Piety of Perspective: Bodies, Media, and Experience in Latter-day Saint Film, 1970–2020.”
Allred gave the keynote speech at the BYU–Hawaii Undergraduate Research Conference. His speech was titled “The Piety of Perspective: Bodies, Media, and Experience in Latter-day Saint Film, 1970–2020.”
Chiung Hwang Chen Published in the "Journal of Media and Religion"
January 2022 — Chiung Hwang Chen, Professor
Chiung Hwang Chen published an article titled “Deficient Progression: Charting Diversity in Major Media and Religion Journals” in the Journal of Media and Religion (21:1), 18–37.
Chiung Hwang Chen published an article titled “Deficient Progression: Charting Diversity in Major Media and Religion Journals” in the Journal of Media and Religion (21:1), 18–37.
Joe Plicka Published an Essay in Ekstasis Magazine
December 16, 2021 — Joseph Plicka, Associate Professor
Plicka was asked to contribute a piece to Ekstasis Magazine for its holiday issue. “Deep Night, Dark Night” is a short lyric essay about pre-industrial darkness and what we might have lost when we harnessed the power of artificial light. [Read the essay]
Plicka was asked to contribute a piece to Ekstasis Magazine for its holiday issue. “Deep Night, Dark Night” is a short lyric essay about pre-industrial darkness and what we might have lost when we harnessed the power of artificial light. [Read the essay]
Rob McConnell Designed Two Typefaces
Fall 2021 — Robert McConnell, Assistant Professor
During a sabbatical, McConnell researched and designed two typefaces. The first type family is Straya, a revival of Scotch Roman Typefaces from the 1850s. The second family is Pau Hana which is influenced by Honolulu vernacular, sixties signage, surf culture, and a hint of brush lettering.
During a sabbatical, McConnell researched and designed two typefaces. The first type family is Straya, a revival of Scotch Roman Typefaces from the 1850s. The second family is Pau Hana which is influenced by Honolulu vernacular, sixties signage, surf culture, and a hint of brush lettering.
Faculty of Sciences
Dr. Joel Reece & Dr. Ben Chase Accompanied Students at the International Congress on Obesity (ICO) In Australia
October 2022 — Dr. Joel Reece & Dr. Ben Chase, Faculty of Sciences
Associate Professor, Dr. Joel Reece and Assistant Professor, Dr. Ben Chase accompanied students Bella Brown and Daniel Cancado to the International Congress on Obesity (ICO) in Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Reece, Dr. Chase, and Dr. Nakachi mentored the students in their research on the acute impact of foam rolling on fundamental physical activity movement patterns compared to static stretching. It was a great experience for the students to participate in an academic conference on an international stage. They enjoyed the opportunity to network with medical professionals and academics namely from Oceania and the Asian Rim.
Associate Professor, Dr. Joel Reece and Assistant Professor, Dr. Ben Chase accompanied students Bella Brown and Daniel Cancado to the International Congress on Obesity (ICO) in Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Reece, Dr. Chase, and Dr. Nakachi mentored the students in their research on the acute impact of foam rolling on fundamental physical activity movement patterns compared to static stretching. It was a great experience for the students to participate in an academic conference on an international stage. They enjoyed the opportunity to network with medical professionals and academics namely from Oceania and the Asian Rim.
Benjamin Jordan Featured as Keynote Lecturer at National Youth Science Camp
Summer 2022 — Benjamin Jordan, Dean/Professor
Benjamin Jordan was featured as a lecturer at the National Youth Science Foundation's National Youth Science Camp. The camp is a national and international program set up to encourage high school students to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Benjamin Jordan was featured as a lecturer at the National Youth Science Foundation's National Youth Science Camp. The camp is a national and international program set up to encourage high school students to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Kikiana Hurwitz Contributed to a Paper Published in the Regional Studies in Marine Science
June 2022 — Kikiana Hurwitz, University Laboratory Manager
Kikiana Hurwitz was a contributing author for a paper titled "Alatina Alata Box Jellyfish Monthly Migrations in Hawai’i: Lunar and Physical Oceanographic Triggers" in the "Regional Studies in Marine Science Volume 53." The paper addresses the monthly migration triggers and spawning of Alatina Alata in Māmala Bay and the question of why they always show up 8-10 days after the full moon. [Read the paper]
Kikiana Hurwitz was a contributing author for a paper titled "Alatina Alata Box Jellyfish Monthly Migrations in Hawai’i: Lunar and Physical Oceanographic Triggers" in the "Regional Studies in Marine Science Volume 53." The paper addresses the monthly migration triggers and spawning of Alatina Alata in Māmala Bay and the question of why they always show up 8-10 days after the full moon. [Read the paper]
Kikiana Hurwitz Joins the National Registry of Certified Chemists in 2022
June 2022 — Kikiana Hurwitz, University Laboratory Manager
Kikiana Hurwitz met the education, experience, and examination standards to be certified as a Chemical Hygiene Officer in the National Registry of Certified Chemists in 2022.
Kikiana Hurwitz met the education, experience, and examination standards to be certified as a Chemical Hygiene Officer in the National Registry of Certified Chemists in 2022.
Esprit Saucier and Amanaki Fo’Ou Developed New Internship Program for the Faculty of Science Students
August 2020 — Esprit Saucier, Faculty of Sciences
Newly Developed Internship Program for the Faculty of Science students to help educate and spread awareness regarding diabetes and the diabetes epidemic in the pacific islands.
Newly Developed Internship Program for the Faculty of Science students to help educate and spread awareness regarding diabetes and the diabetes epidemic in the pacific islands.
Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts
Dr. Rose Ram Authors "Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia"
March 2023 — Dr. Rose Ram, Associate Academic Vice President Curriculum & Assessment
"Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-Day Saints in Guam and Micronesia" is co-sponsored by the Faculty of Culture, Language, and Performing Arts and the BYUH Store. BYUH faculty members Dr. Phillip McArthur and Dr. Po Nien Chou are contributing authors.
"Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-Day Saints in Guam and Micronesia" is co-sponsored by the Faculty of Culture, Language, and Performing Arts and the BYUH Store. BYUH faculty members Dr. Phillip McArthur and Dr. Po Nien Chou are contributing authors.
Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Alisi Langi, and Dr. Petra Chou Published a New Book “Voice of LDS Women in the Pacific and Asia”
September 2024 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
The book ”Voice of LDS Women in the Pacific and Asia,” is working with 23 chapter authors.
The book ”Voice of LDS Women in the Pacific and Asia,” is working with 23 chapter authors.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Presented at the Worldwide CES Religious Educators Broadcast
June 2024 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This worldwide CES Religious Educator broadcast was available online to all CES, seminaries, and institute teachers throughout the world (80,000+).
This worldwide CES Religious Educator broadcast was available online to all CES, seminaries, and institute teachers throughout the world (80,000+).
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Interviewed by “For All the Saints” Podcast
April 2024 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou and Dr. Petra Chou were interviewed by For All the Saints podcast regarding their work in gathering the history of the Church in Mongolia and publishing "Voice of the Saints in Mongolia"
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou and Dr. Petra Chou were interviewed by For All the Saints podcast regarding their work in gathering the history of the Church in Mongolia and publishing "Voice of the Saints in Mongolia"
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Reaches Over 100 Peer-Reviewed Publications
April 2024 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou recently reached a milestone by having over 100 peer-reviewed publications (including books, book chapters, and articles).
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou recently reached a milestone by having over 100 peer-reviewed publications (including books, book chapters, and articles).
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Launch Chinese Channel for Scripture Central
January 2024 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. PN Felipe Chou and Dr. Petra Chou launched a YouTube channel for Scripture Central, providing Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) content and weekly gospel lessons to an online worldwide audience.
Dr. PN Felipe Chou and Dr. Petra Chou launched a YouTube channel for Scripture Central, providing Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) content and weekly gospel lessons to an online worldwide audience.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published Two Articles with Student JoYa Hsu
Fall 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou have mentored and published two peer-reviewed articles on the history of the Church in Hong Kong with his student research assistant JoYa Hsu in LDS Historical Studies.
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou have mentored and published two peer-reviewed articles on the history of the Church in Hong Kong with his student research assistant JoYa Hsu in LDS Historical Studies.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Co-Published Three Articles in LDS Historical Studies With Student Research Assistant
Fall 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou mentors and co-publishes three articles in the LDS Historical Studies journal with his student research assistant ont he history of Guam. Authors of the articles include Po Nien Chou, Petra Chou, and Jonathan A. Keith. Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 1–53.
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou mentors and co-publishes three articles in the LDS Historical Studies journal with his student research assistant ont he history of Guam. Authors of the articles include Po Nien Chou, Petra Chou, and Jonathan A. Keith. Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 1–53.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Presented on Church History in Mongolia at BYU Education Week
August 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou presented a four-day series on the history of the Church in Mongolia at the 2023 Education Week with four professional recordings available online at InspirED.
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou presented a four-day series on the history of the Church in Mongolia at the 2023 Education Week with four professional recordings available online at InspirED.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Presented in Darkham, Mongolia, at the Church's 30th anniversary in Mongolia
July 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou was invited to present at the 30th anniversary of the Church in Mongolia. His presentation was titled “The History of the Church in Mongolia: LDS Women Pioneers in Mongolia.”
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou was invited to present at the 30th anniversary of the Church in Mongolia. His presentation was titled “The History of the Church in Mongolia: LDS Women Pioneers in Mongolia.”
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Presented on Church History in Mongolia
Summer 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou traveled with President and Sister Kauwe to Darkham and UB, Mongolia, to hold firesides and present on the history of the Church in Mongolia for their 30-year anniversary celebration.
Po Nien Chou traveled with President and Sister Kauwe to Darkham and UB, Mongolia, to hold firesides and present on the history of the Church in Mongolia for their 30-year anniversary celebration.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published a Chapter in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia”
April 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This chapter recounts the history of the Yigo Guam Temple, the first temple in Micronesia. Titled “The Yigo Guam Temple,” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 275–292) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
This chapter recounts the history of the Yigo Guam Temple, the first temple in Micronesia. Titled “The Yigo Guam Temple,” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 275–292) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Presented at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference.
March 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This presentation highlights the LDS Women in Mongolia at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference. Titled “Voices of Pioneer Latter-day Saint Women in Mongolia.” Presented at the 2023 Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference - Voices of Latter-day Saint Women in the Pacific and Asia.
This presentation highlights the LDS Women in Mongolia at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference. Titled “Voices of Pioneer Latter-day Saint Women in Mongolia.” Presented at the 2023 Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference - Voices of Latter-day Saint Women in the Pacific and Asia.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Presented on Chinese Temple Matrons at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference
March 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This presentation highlights the contribution of Chinese temple matrons in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Titled “Chinese Temple Matrons in Taiwan and Hong Kong.” Presented at the 2023 Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference – Voices of Latter-day Saint Women in the Pacific and Asia by Petra Chou, Po Nien Chou, Jo-Ya Hsu, and Sophia Lestina.
This presentation highlights the contribution of Chinese temple matrons in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Titled “Chinese Temple Matrons in Taiwan and Hong Kong.” Presented at the 2023 Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference – Voices of Latter-day Saint Women in the Pacific and Asia by Petra Chou, Po Nien Chou, Jo-Ya Hsu, and Sophia Lestina.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Brings Student Research Assistants to Co-Present at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference
March 2023 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou worked with two student research assistants (RAs) to co-present with him and his wife at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference, providing them with experience presenting at a professional conference.
Dr. P.N. Felipe Chou worked with two student research assistants (RAs) to co-present with him and his wife at the Church History in the Pacific and Asia Conference, providing them with experience presenting at a professional conference.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published a Chapter on the Yigo Guam Temple
Spring 2023 – Dr. Po Nien Felipe Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published a chapter titled “Yigo Guam Temple” in a new book entitled “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia,” edited by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
Po Nien Chou published a chapter titled “Yigo Guam Temple” in a new book entitled “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia,” edited by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article in LDS Living
December 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article shares the conversion story of a branch president in Mongolia who converted from shamanism to the restored gospel. Titled “From Shamanism to the Gospel of Jesus Christ: A Mongolian Branch President’s Conversion Story,” in LDS Living, 13 December 2022.
This article shares the conversion story of a branch president in Mongolia who converted from shamanism to the restored gospel. Titled “From Shamanism to the Gospel of Jesus Christ: A Mongolian Branch President’s Conversion Story,” in LDS Living, 13 December 2022.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article in LDS Living
November 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article tells the story of the first two sister missionaries from Mongolia. Titled “A Sweet Friendship: How Two Women Became the First Full-Time Missionaries Called from Mongolia,”in LDS Living, 21 November 2022.
This article tells the story of the first two sister missionaries from Mongolia. Titled “A Sweet Friendship: How Two Women Became the First Full-Time Missionaries Called from Mongolia,”in LDS Living, 21 November 2022.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou, Authors of "Voice of the Saints in Mongolia"
October 2022 — Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
"Voice of the Saints in Mongolia" is the first comprehensive history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mongolia.
"Voice of the Saints in Mongolia" is the first comprehensive history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mongolia.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Gives Speech at BYUH Devotional Titled "Your Spiritual P.H.D."
October 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This talk was given at the BYU-Hawaii Devotional by Po Nien Chou, Laie, HI.
This talk was given at the BYU-Hawaii Devotional by Po Nien Chou, Laie, HI.
Dr. Eric Marlowe Returns From Jerusalem
August 2022 — Dr. Eric Marlowe, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. Eric Marlowe recently returned from the Holy Land where he taught Old and New Testament courses at the BYU Jerusalem Center where he helped students grow academically, culturally, socially, and spiritually in a setting touched by the lives of apostles, prophets, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Dr. Eric Marlowe recently returned from the Holy Land where he taught Old and New Testament courses at the BYU Jerusalem Center where he helped students grow academically, culturally, socially, and spiritually in a setting touched by the lives of apostles, prophets, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published a Section in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia”
May 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This section highlights the history of seminaries and institutes in Guam in the 1990s. Titled “Marlo Lopez: Seminaries and Institutes (1990s),” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 240) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
This section highlights the history of seminaries and institutes in Guam in the 1990s. Titled “Marlo Lopez: Seminaries and Institutes (1990s),” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 240) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published a Section in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia”
May 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
The section in this book highlights the work of seminaries and institutes in Guam in the 2000s. Titled “Fredivic Nicerio: Seminaries and Institutes (2000s),” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 267) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
The section in this book highlights the work of seminaries and institutes in Guam in the 2000s. Titled “Fredivic Nicerio: Seminaries and Institutes (2000s),” in “Battlefields to Temple Grounds: Latter-day Saints in Guam and Micronesia” (pp. 267) by R. Devan Jensen and Rosalind Meno Ram.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published a Book on the History of the Montgomery Chinese Branch
March 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This book covers the history of the Montgomery Chinese Branch, and its impact on the Chinese community in the Greater Washington DC area, working with the Chinese Embassy and local Chinese community.
This book covers the history of the Montgomery Chinese Branch, and its impact on the Chinese community in the Greater Washington DC area, working with the Chinese Embassy and local Chinese community.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article About the Church History in Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This peer-reviewed article covers the history of the church in Guam. Titled “History of the Church in Guam,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 1–17.
This peer-reviewed article covers the history of the church in Guam. Titled “History of the Church in Guam,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 1–17.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the History of Seminary and Institutes in Guam and Micronesia
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Jonathan A. Keith, wrote an article titled “History of the Seminaries and Institutes in Guam and Micronesia,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 19–34.
Po Nien Chou and Jonathan A. Keith, wrote an article titled “History of the Seminaries and Institutes in Guam and Micronesia,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 19–34.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley's visit to Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article covers the visit by Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley, prophet and president of the Church, to Guam. Po Nien Chou and Jonathan A. Keith wrote an article titled “President Hinckley: The First Prophet and President of the Church to Visit Guam,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 35–53.
This article covers the visit by Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley, prophet and president of the Church, to Guam. Po Nien Chou and Jonathan A. Keith wrote an article titled “President Hinckley: The First Prophet and President of the Church to Visit Guam,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 35–53.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Experience of Elder Bill Davis, Area Seventy and Service Center in Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Titled “Area Seventy and Service Center in Guam: An Interview with Elder William (Bill) Davis,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 54–70.
Titled “Area Seventy and Service Center in Guam: An Interview with Elder William (Bill) Davis,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 54–70.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Distribution Center in Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article covers the role of the Distribution Center in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Distribution Center and Country Support in Guam: An Interview with Daniela Suguturaga,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 71–81.
This article covers the role of the Distribution Center in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Distribution Center and Country Support in Guam: An Interview with Daniela Suguturaga,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 71–81.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article Outlining the Role of the Local Unit Analyst in Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Titled “Finance and Local Unit Analyst in Guam: An Interview with Melsihner Hadley,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 82–90.
Titled “Finance and Local Unit Analyst in Guam: An Interview with Melsihner Hadley,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 82–90.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Guam's Finance and Materials Management Manager
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article explores the role of finance and materials management managers in Guam. Titled “Finance and Materials Management Manager in Guam: An Interview with Dale West,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 91–100.
This article explores the role of finance and materials management managers in Guam. Titled “Finance and Materials Management Manager in Guam: An Interview with Dale West,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 91–100.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Facilities Management in Guam and Micronesia
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article covers the role and responsibilities of the Facility Manager in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Facilities Management in Guam: Interviews with Tevita Tuitu’u and Katherine Hacheglemal,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 101–120.
This article covers the role and responsibilities of the Facility Manager in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Facilities Management in Guam: Interviews with Tevita Tuitu’u and Katherine Hacheglemal,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 101–120.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Guam's Communications and Humanitarian Efforts
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article highlights the role of Communication and Humanitarian efforts of the Church in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Communication and Humanitarian Mission in Guam and Micronesia: An Interview with Elder Joseph Green and Sister Constance Green,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 121–129.
This article highlights the role of Communication and Humanitarian efforts of the Church in Guam and Micronesia. Titled “Communication and Humanitarian Mission in Guam and Micronesia: An Interview with Elder Joseph Green and Sister Constance Green,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 121–129.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the First Stake President in Guam
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Titled “The First Stake President of the Barrigada Guam Stake: An Interview with Arthur Clark,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 130–142.
Titled “The First Stake President of the Barrigada Guam Stake: An Interview with Arthur Clark,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 130–142.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article on the First Temple President and Matron for the Yigo Guam Temple
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Titled “The First Temple President and Matron for the Yigo Guam Temple: An Interview with Marlo Lopez and Memnet Lopez,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 143–161.
Titled “The First Temple President and Matron for the Yigo Guam Temple: An Interview with Marlo Lopez and Memnet Lopez,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 143–161.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Start Up Missionaries for the Yigo Guam Temple
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Titled “Yigo Guam Temple Startup Recorder and Assistant to the Matron: An Interview with Elder Darrel Danielson and Sister Linda Danielson,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 162–170.
Titled “Yigo Guam Temple Startup Recorder and Assistant to the Matron: An Interview with Elder Darrel Danielson and Sister Linda Danielson,” and published by Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 162–170.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article in LDS Historical Studies
Spring 2022 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
This article covers the work of the committee for the open house and dedication of the Yigo Guam Temple. Titled “Yigo Guam Temple Open House and Dedication Committee Coordinators: An Interview with Roderick Boss and Lori Boss,” in Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 171–181.
This article covers the work of the committee for the open house and dedication of the Yigo Guam Temple. Titled “Yigo Guam Temple Open House and Dedication Committee Coordinators: An Interview with Roderick Boss and Lori Boss,” in Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 23(1), Spring 2022, 171–181.
Dr. Matthew Bowen Co-Authored a New Book “The Book of Moses: From the Ancient of Days to the Latter-Days”
December 2021 — Dr. Matthew Bowen, Faculty of Religious Education
Dr. Matthew Bowen co-authored a new book and was selected as this year's BYU–Hawaii Convocation speaker.
Dr. Matthew Bowen co-authored a new book and was selected as this year's BYU–Hawaii Convocation speaker.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Featured in an Article in the BYU David O. McKay School of Education Magazine
September 1, 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou was featured in Emily Pearson’s, “‘One Drop of Honey’: EdLF Graduate Helps Build Seminary and Institute Programs,” BYU David O. McKay School of Education – The News.
Po Nien Chou was featured in Emily Pearson’s, “‘One Drop of Honey’: EdLF Graduate Helps Build Seminary and Institute Programs,” BYU David O. McKay School of Education – The News.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article on the Taipei Temple Square Complex
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou, published “The ‘Taipei Temple Square’ Complex for the Chinese Saints,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 81–95.
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou, published “The ‘Taipei Temple Square’ Complex for the Chinese Saints,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 81–95.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Taipei Temple Recorder
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou Published an Article on the Taipei Temple Recorder
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Temple Recorder: An Interview with Chen Ye and Chen Ching-Ching,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 96–109.
Po Nien Chou Published an Article on the Taipei Temple Recorder
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Temple Recorder: An Interview with Chen Ye and Chen Ching-Ching,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 96–109.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Taipei Family History Consultant
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Family History Consultant: An Interview with Chyou Shu-Min,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 110–115.
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Family History Consultant: An Interview with Chyou Shu-Min,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 110–115.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Church History Advisor in Taiwan
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou, “Taiwan Country Church History Advisor: An Interview with Tsai Fu-An,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 116–123.
Po Nien Chou, “Taiwan Country Church History Advisor: An Interview with Tsai Fu-An,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 116–123.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Taipei Seminary and Institutes
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Seminary and Institute Coordinator: An Interview with Wang Jung-Ling & Wang Ling Ping-Yuan,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 124–134.
Po Nien Chou published “Taipei Seminary and Institute Coordinator: An Interview with Wang Jung-Ling & Wang Ling Ping-Yuan,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 124–134.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Taiwan Materials Management Specialist
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Materials Management Specialist: An Interview with Yeh Kuan-Chun,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 135–139.
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Materials Management Specialist: An Interview with Yeh Kuan-Chun,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 135–139.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Taiwan Distribution Center
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Distribution Center Supervisor: An Interview with Chang Yu-Jung,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 140–148.
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Distribution Center Supervisor: An Interview with Chang Yu-Jung,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 140–148.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on the Taiwan Publishing Services
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Publishing Services Manager: An Interview with Tsai, Yu-Lung,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 149–155.
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Publishing Services Manager: An Interview with Tsai, Yu-Lung,” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 149–155.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article on the Taiwan Finance Managers
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou published “Taiwan Finance Manager: Interviews with Tang Mei-Lan (Meryl) and Horng Yu-Yen (Emily),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 156–164.
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou published “Taiwan Finance Manager: Interviews with Tang Mei-Lan (Meryl) and Horng Yu-Yen (Emily),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 156–164.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou and Dr. Petra Chou Published an Article on the Taiwan Local Unit Analyst
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou published “Taiwan Local Unit Analyst: An Interview with Yen Wei-Chun (Jason),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 165–169.
Po Nien Chou and Petra Chou published “Taiwan Local Unit Analyst: An Interview with Yen Wei-Chun (Jason),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 165–169.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Facilities Management Managers in Taiwan
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Facilities Management Manager in Taiwan: An Interview with Shao Tsung Yung (Joey),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 170–176.
Po Nien Chou published “Facilities Management Manager in Taiwan: An Interview with Shao Tsung Yung (Joey),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 170–176.
Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou Published an Article on Taiwan Welfare and Self-Reliance Services
Fall 2021 – Dr. Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Faculty of Religious Education
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Welfare and Self-Reliance Service Manager: An Interview with Chen Yu-An (Eric),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 177–183.
Po Nien Chou published “Taiwan Welfare and Self-Reliance Service Manager: An Interview with Chen Yu-An (Eric),” Latter-day Saints Historical Studies, 22(2), Fall 2021, 177–183.