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A group of eight students from the Philippines, once connected only through weekly Zoom meetings and spiritual discussions during BYU-Pathway Worldwide's foundational experience, PathwayConnect, are now walking the campus of BYU–Hawaii together, living proof of how the Lord prepares a way for education and discipleship.
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Brigham Young University–Hawaii is in the midst of major construction projects this summer. Several housing and academic buildings are nearing completion, while others begin a new phase of development. The projects—ranging from modern apartment-style dormitories to a comprehensive overhaul of the educational hub—are part of a long-term vision to support students’ growth through enhanced learning and living spaces.
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BYU–Hawaii’s Banyan Dining Hall received top national honors at the 2025 Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards, hosted by the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS). The university earned gold in the Residential Special Event of the Year category for its “Pista Sa Nayon” celebration, a Filipino town fiesta-themed dining event. It went on to beat winners from larger institutions throughout the United States to take home the grand prize award.
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The BYU–Hawaii Store has officially moved its merchandise section to a new location: the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Hukilau Marketplace. The soft opening of the new store took place on June 30, 2025. Nestled beside Nona’s Tropical Threads, the relocated store is now poised to serve both students and tourists alike.
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July 1, 2025, marks five years of President John S.K. Kauwe III’s leadership at BYU–Hawaii. These first few years can be defined by bold alignment with the university’s divine mission, providing expanded access for students across the Pacific and Asia, and an elevated commitment to excellence and accountability.
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Brigham Young University–Hawaii is undergoing a significant landscaping and construction transformation as part of a university-wide effort to renew campus facilities and foster environmental stewardship. These landscaping efforts are designed to enhance sustainability, safety, and student well-being.
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Eleven students from Brigham Young University–Hawaii returned to Laie forever changed after the second annual Asia Sourcing & Entrepreneurship Experience (ASEE). Held from April 18–30, 2025, this immersive trip took students and faculty to Vietnam, the Philippines, and South Korea as they explored steel mills, organic pharmaceutical farms, international supply chains, sourcing operations, and real-world leadership.
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Eloida Kitwongpak (née Lulab), a senior from the Philippines majoring in Health and Human Science, believes her path to BYU–Hawaii was not just unexpected—it was divinely directed, as it taught her to follow God's plan even when it leads far from home.
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Dr. Erica Kyree Glenn, the Director of Choral Activities and assistant professor of music in the Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts, shares about her life, pursuits, and interests.
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