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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. 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.
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, at Laie, HI.
This talk was given at the BYU-Hawaii Devotional by Po Nien Chou, at Laie, HI.
Cato Institute Published Gale Pooley's New Book, Superabundance
August 2022 — Gale Pooley, Faculty of Arts & Letters
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.
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.
Charles Bradshaw Presented at 2022 Transatlantic Studies Association Conference
July 2022 — Charles Bradshaw, Faculty of Arts & Letters
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, Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts
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.
Kikiana Hurwitz Joins the National Registry of Certified Chemists in 2022
June 2022 — Kikiana Hurwitz, Faculty of Sciences
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.
Kikiana Hurwitz Contributed to a Paper Published in the Regional Studies in Marine Science
June 2022 — Kikiana Hurwitz, Faculty of Sciences
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 full 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 full paper.
Benjamin Jordan Featured as Keynote Lecturer at National Youth Science Camp
Summer 2022 — Benjamin Jordan, Faculty of Sciences
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.
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.
Mason Allred Published in the "Journal of Mormon History"
April 2022 — Mason Allred, Faculty of Arts & Letters
Mason 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 published an article titled “Developing the Dead: Spirit Photography, Mormonism, and Noise,” in the Journal of Mormon History 48 (April 2022): 106–130.
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. 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.
Mason Allred Presented the Keynote Speech at the BYU–Hawaii Undergraduate Research Conference
March 2022 — Mason Allred, Faculty of Arts & Letters
Mason 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.”
Mason 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.”
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.
Chiung Hwang Chen Published in the "Journal of Media and Religion"
January 2022 — Chiung Hwang Chen, Faculty of Arts & Letters
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.
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.