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BYU–Hawaii Students Gain Leadership Experience Through Hands-On Apprenticeship

By Eli Samuel Holmes
January 26, 2026
A student-centered program at the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) called the “Apprenticeship Program” was designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, equipping BYU–Hawaii students with hands-on experience within a professional culinary environment.
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Giving Makes Space for Heaven’s Blessings

By John Andrew Quizana
December 12, 2025
Fall 2025 valedictorian Manuarii Tefan reflects on mentorship, initiative and the power of gratitude that shaped his BYU–Hawaii journey
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HTM Students Experience Global Hospitality in Action at World Expo in Japan

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes
October 17, 2025
From October 4 to 12, a group of hospitality and tourism management (HTM) students from Brigham Young University–Hawaii traveled to Japan for an immersive learning experience centered around the Expo 2025, a world expo held in Osaka, Japan, a global event that takes place only once every five years and draws millions of visitors from more than 150 nations.
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BYU–Hawaii Students Represent Kiribati with Dignity and Hope at the United Nations General Assembly

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes
October 07, 2025
A group of Brigham Young University–Hawaii hospitality and tourism management (HTM) students recently took the world stage, presenting at a high-level side event of the United Nations General Assembly during its 80th anniversary session in New York City.
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BYU–Hawaii Students Reshape the Future of Kiribati’s Tourism Industry

By Juan Carlos De los Reyes
September 22, 2025
The dedicated efforts of BYU–Hawaii students are protecting natural resources, empowering local communities, influencing national policy, and inviting visitors to be co-authors in Kiribati’s living history.
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James Nielsen

Church Missionary
HGB 210
James.Nielsen@byuh.edu
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Poerava Brodien Hapairai

Assistant Professor
HGB 228
(808) 675-3338
Poerava.Brodien.Hapairai@byuh.edu
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Felix Tai

Adjunct Faculty (Business & Government)
Felix.Tai@byuh.edu
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Judson Jenkins

Jud.Jenkins@byuh.edu
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Heina Hanohano

Budget Director
Uheina.Hanohano@byuh.edu
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Jeff Christensen

Center for HTM Director/Associate Professor
HGB 237
(808) 675-3416
Jeff.Christensen@byuh.edu
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David Preece

Emeritus Professor
david.preece@byuh.edu
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Gregory Maples

Adjunct Faculty (Business & Government)
gmaples@go.byuh.edu
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