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New Faculty Highlight: Karamea Wright
Brigham Young University–Hawaii is pleased to welcome Karamea Wright as a new assistant professor in the Faculty of Religious Education beginning in the Winter 2025 Semester. Wright will teach religion classes starting with Religion 225 (The Foundations of the Restoration) and Religion 275 (Teachings and Doctrines of the Book of Mormon) and bring her unique experience and cultural perspective about the gospel of Jesus Christ to the university community.
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Embracing Vision and Growth: A Recap of BYU–Hawaii's 2024 Highlights
In 2024, Brigham Young University–Hawaii continued its legacy of transformative education, building on the foundation of prophetic vision and inspired leadership. Reflecting on the wonders of God shared by Elder Michael T. Ringwood during his winter 2024 commencement speech, the students of BYU–Hawaii embraced his words of making their “future the product of [their] present.” The past year has witnessed the university community rising to meet new challenges and opportunities with faith, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
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Christlike Miracles and Building Bridges
Sumiya Munkhbaatar, a senior from Mongolia majoring in business management with an emphasis in finance, shares her journey to BYU–Hawaii and how her experiences have shaped her as a future leader and servant of the Lord.
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Fall 2024 Graduate Features
Graduates from various faculties share their experiences, insights, and accomplishments from their time as students at BYU–Hawaii.
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BYU–Hawaii HTM Students Embark on Immersive Study Tour to Japan
Nine hospitality and tourism management (HTM) students and two faculty from BYU–Hawaii completed an unforgettable 10-day experiential learning trip to Japan last month. The immersive study, led by Professor Jeff Christensen, aligned with the U.S. and Japanese governments’ 2024 declaration as the “US-Japan Tourism Year,” a joint initiative aimed at restoring tourism exchanges between the two countries to pre-COVID levels. The trip gave students a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most dynamic tourism markets.
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Maurice Mo’o Named Strategic Enrollment Senior Manager
Student Life Vice President Jonathan Kala Kau announced the promotion of Maurice Mo’o as the new strategic enrollment senior manager. In this role, Mo’o will report directly to the student life vice president and oversee the Strategic Enrollment department. This new department is responsible for ensuring that recruitment and admissions efforts align with achieving the university’s mission. The Admissions department will be a sub-department of Strategic Enrollment.
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BYU–Hawaii Now Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Brigham Young University–Hawaii has been granted accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). This accreditation comes after more than a year of self-examination of BYU–Hawaii, followed by an external review, that was required to apply to this non-profit accrediting body.
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Seasider Spotlight: Brad Smith
Meet Brad Smith, an associate professor of biology, with a passion for the ocean. He has been working at BYUH since 2013. Learn more about his life, pursuits, and interests.
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New Faculty Highlight: Kristina Moleni
Brigham Young University–Hawaii is excited to welcome Dr. Kristina Moleni as a new associate professor in the Faculty of Education & Social Work. With a multicultural background in social work from two countries, Dr. Moleni’s particular focus is on supporting underrepresented communities in higher education.
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BYU–Hawaii Music Ensembles Shine Globally in Church Music Festival
Three musical ensembles from Brigham Young University–Hawaii (BYUH) captivated a global audience during the 2024 Church Music Festival of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The November 16 live broadcast, themed “Come, Lord Jesus,” showcased sacred music from diverse languages and cultures in celebration of the Savior's return.
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2024 Great Ideas Competition Showcases Innovation and Purpose at BYU–Hawaii
The Willes Center for International Entrepreneurship at BYU–Hawaii hosted the annual Ryan and Shauna Ockey Great Ideas Competition, an event celebrating student innovation and entrepreneurship. The semifinals and finals were held from November 13 to 14, and scholarships were awarded to the top three teams. The other seven finalists received participation scholarships worth $500, ensuring recognition for their efforts.
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Food Fest 2024 Brings Flavor and Festivity to BYU–Hawaii
BYU–Hawaii celebrated its annual Food Fest on November 9, with 36 clubs transforming the newly constructed Aloha Plaza into a culinary and cultural wonderland. From 5 to 9 pm, students, faculty, and community members gathered to enjoy an evening filled with flavors, music, and camaraderie.
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BYUH Theatre Celebrates Family in Fall Production of “You Can’t Take It with You”
The BYU–Hawaii Theatre Program recently brought George S. Kaufmann and Moss Hart’s classic romantic comedy-drama "You Can’t Take It with You" to the stage, delighting audiences with its timeless themes of family, individuality, and the pursuit of happiness. Directed by Dr. Michael Morris, the play ran from October 25 to November 2 and featured an enthusiastic cast of students from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspective to this humorous and heartwarming story.
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Knowledge, Resilience, and Aspirations Through Faith
Sumanth Kola, a junior from India majoring in computer science, shares how his upbringing in a Hindu family and his journey into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reflect resilience, commitment, and a desire to make a difference.
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Seasider Spotlight: Alohalani Housman
Meet Alohalani Housman, an associate professor in Hawaiian Studies and dean for the Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts. Originally from New Jersey, she has been teaching at BYUH since 2015. Learn more about her life, pursuits, and interests.
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Jerome "Lome" Toluono Named Purchasing and Travel Senior Manager
Brigham Young University–Hawaii Administration Vice President Michael Tejada announced the appointment of Jerome "Lome" Toluono as the new purchasing and travel senior manager. Toluono will oversee both the Purchasing and Travel Services departments and report directly to the administration vice president. Toluono will begin in this new position on November 18.
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