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E ola olelo Hawaii

The Hawaiian language continues to be revitalized through state initiatives and within BYUH
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My first camera

After getting her first camera, a BYUH student turns a long-time admiration for photography into a passion for storytelling and cultural preservation of her Samoan heritage
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The healing lens

Three BYUH students share photography serves as a therapeutic outlet for self-expression, emotional processing and personal growth
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When words fail and pictures fade

BYUH student writers and photographers ponder the limitations of literature and photography saying by combining them, they can tell compelling stories
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An authentic experience with film photography

Perfect imperfection, unique lighting and the suspense of waiting to see what gets developed, are why photographers say they use film
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Putting things into perspective

Framing an image and a narrative calls for a specific choice of perspective, say student photographers and writer
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The art of finding balance

Graduation speaker, Rosalind Pedron says her success is rooted in the balance she found between academics, faith, family, community and motherhood

Being part of the solution

A BYUH alumnus shares how he has helped in the cleanup efforts on Maui after the wildfires

Oceanian unity: Dignity & freedom

Leaders and scholars collaborate to promote human dignity and religious freedom in Oceania by pledging unity and advocacy

Missionaries impossible: Hilarious tales from the field

Returned missionaries at BYUH share comedic experiences they had during their mission

Unwavering faith

A junior from Myanmar says she stood firm in her religious beliefs despite being the only Christian among her classmates

Envisioning a reality

Following inspiration in all things, including the lens of a camera, says BYUH student, blesses his life and those he meets and photographs

Explore Makapu'u: Scenic lighthouse hike

Surrounded by the vast waters of different shades of blue, the Makapu’u lighthouse trail provides a memorable experience for visitors

Punchbowl: Honoring America's fallen heroes

A barren expanse of volcanic crater, the Punchbowl National Cemetery, is designated as a national cemetery of the Pacific

At the helm of the Iosepa canoe

Captain Mark Ellis leads the Iosepa voyage to new horizons after almost a decade of the canoe’s inactivity

Iosepa: A floating classroom

The Iosepa has become part of the university and the Laie community over the years