Ruveni Yabakivou
University Writer
Marketing and Communications
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A Celebration of Culture and Purpose: Food Fest 2025
Hope you're hungry, Seasiders! The Annual Food Fest is back again.
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From Tragedy to Triumph: How Music Helped A BYU–Hawaii Student Find His Voice Again
Hyrum Stephens' journey as a young artist, marked by resilience, creative discovery, and community, has found its stage at BYU–Hawaii, where his struggles intertwine with music's healing power.
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Seasider Spotlight: Natasha Gillette
Natasha Gillette, assistant professor of EIL/TESOL shares about her life, persuits and interests.
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How a Resume, a Business Card, and Hard Work Opened Doors at Coca-Cola
When Buyan-Ochir (Buyka) Khandsuren first walked into the Asia-Pacific Career Conference (APCC) at BYU–Hawaii, he never imagined it would lead to an internship with Coca-Cola in Mongolia.
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Construction Updates
Highlights of the work accomplished at BYU–Hawaii this summer.
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Seasider Spotlight: Spencer Ingley
Spencer Ingley, from the Faculty of Sciences, shares why he chose to teach at BYU–Hawaii, why he loves what he does, his current research projects, and advice for students.
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Starting Your Journey Right: New Student Onboarding
Every semester at BYU–Hawaii begins with a sense of excitement, and it doesn’t get any more awesome than New Student Onboarding (NSO). With months of preparation, research, and careful planning, NSO sets the tone for what life will be like on campus. NSO isn’t just about paperwork and documentation; the six-person team behind the event plans to enrich, edify, and inspire new students while creating a fun and memorable experience.
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Breaking Ground for the New McKay Complex
On Thursday, August 28, members of the BYU–Hawaii President's Council, along with honored guests, gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new McKay Complex.
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