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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

Devin Graham bids Hawaii farewell, presents video-tribute to surf photographer Jon Mozo

Popular social media videographer Devin Graham gave a presentation on generating successful content to aspiring students in the HGB on Sept. 26, and showed a screening of his video tribute for the Mozo family.

Why voting matters, according to students, and the basics of the electoral process

With election day approaching on Nov. 3, there will be college students voting for the first time in the U.S. general election. Based on an online survey done on Instagram, the majority of students commented that the voting process was confusing, especially those living away from home in a different state for college.

After developing a greater sense of identity through family history work, alumna Shenley Puterbaugh says she wants to excite others about it too

Shenley Puterbaugh, a 2010 BYU–Hawaii alumna and an avid family history researcher, shares her passion for family history work through her book, website and speeches at various conferences and webinars. Her husband and a friend said she lives what she preaches.

Being grateful brings people closer to Christ, says Elder Uchtdorf

The 30 Days of Thankfulness Challenge is sharing gratitude for 30 days particularly through social media posts, to keep accountable, and to encourage others to participate. Often messages are brief, and meaningful with a photo and short, personal description.

BYUH students’ podcast gives encouragement and hope during the pandemic

BYU–Hawaii ohana members Deedra Ramachandram and Terrell Wu shared they decided to create their podcast “DT Talks” to spread the aloha spirit when BYUH students cannot be together. BYUH students shared how listening to the podcast is uplifting, entertaining and informative.

Domestic violence is more complicated than physical abuse, experts say, and harder to escape than just leaving

Each year during the month of October, people all around the United States come together to mourn those who died due to domestic violence, celebrate those who survived and connect those who work to end violence.

2019 Light the World Campaign kicks off with video of reimagined Nativity

As part of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Light the World Campaign, the Church released a new video depicting the nativity titled “The Christ Child.” BYU–Hawaii students said they enjoyed the realism portrayed in this nearly 18-minute reimagining of the Nativity.

From having the right credentials to posting positive content on fitness, Professor Kate McLellan shares advice on finding the right social influencer

Professional body builder and Exercise and Sport Science professor, Dr. Kate McLellan, shared helpful hints on who to follow and trust on Instagram, according to one’s personal health and wellness. McLellan has a bachelor’s degree in EXS and doctorate in rehabilitation science.

Katelynne Halliday said she uses her business to counteract pollution of fashion industry

What started as an activity to fill time while she was recovering from a broken and dislocated elbow has turned into an effort to have a positive impact on the environment through selling repurposed, bleach-dyed flannels, said Katelynne Halliday.