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Ke Alaka'i
Ke Alaka'i is an award-winning student media group that publishes a website, social media, weekly podcasts and up to eight printed magazines a year at BYU–Hawaii.
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Makings of a voyager
BYUH students reflect on how physical readiness, mental strength and spiritual grounding prepared them to become voyagers aboard Iosepa
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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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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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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
Explore Ke Alaka‘i
Latest Issues
Iosepa 2025
Ho'olio
Earth & Space
photography & literature
Iosepa 2025
Carrying the light: A Hawaiian voyager’s sacred duty
Through his voyage on Iosepa, Kala Haverly says he reconnected with ancestral heritage, embraced spiritual stewardship and navigated life’s challenges with aloha and faith
Voyagers of faith
Iosepa voyaging crew returns with life-changing testimonies after month-long spiritual voyage
A canoe like no other
While rooted in the shared tradition and purpose of Polynesian voyaging, crew members say Iosepa’s gospel-driven mission and academic foundation set him apart from other canoes
Waves of courage
Aboard Iosepa, three BYUH students overcome fear, doubts and relentless waves through faith, preparation and unity
Drawn to Iosepa
More than heritage or curiosity, three BYU–Hawaii students share their unexpected moments and inner promptings led them to sail with Iosepa
Ho'olio
Buzzed but not broken
BYU-Hawaii student redefines beauty and identity through her hair
The evolution of Ke Alaka'i
See how BYUH’s campus news center has changed over time
Dreaming of the future
With dreams of becoming performers, coaches and bakers, three BYUH students share the evolution of their dreams from when they were children to present-day
Blooming through the seasons of motherhood
A young BYUH mom reflects on how each season of her first year with her baby carried growth, sacrifice and a deepened understanding of love
In a constant state of becoming
From sketches to carvings to paintings, Poerava Ah Sing’s artistic journey is one of self-discovery and endless transformation
Earth & Space
The immense heaven, Laniakea
Explore Earth and its
relationships with a plethora
of planets, stars and galaxies
in its cosmic family, Laniakea,
the immense heaven
SPF 101: Everything you need to know about sunscreen
Chemical sunscreens floating on the surface of the ocean can block the sunlight coral reefs in Hawaii need to survive, says professor
Hawaiian endangered species
Hawaiian Crows
Taking steps toward sustainability through solar panels
BYU-Hawaii’s ongoing solar energy project is one of the campus’ sustainable efforts
A choir of avian voices
BYUH students and a professor work to protect
the biodiversity of the Pacific’s bird species
photography & literature
Favored snaps
Four aspiring photographers share the stories of love, resilience, dedication and dreams behind their favorite shots
Learning through the lens of self-taught photographers
Start with what you have and get help from fellow photographers are key lessons self-taught photographers say helped them master the art
Mastering the basics of photography
Exposure triangle and camera composition are key to capturing photos, say BYUH student photographers
Walking and capturing: The art of photowalk
Photowalk sparks their
creativity and helps them to
blend their intent to capture
images with randomness, say
three BYUH students
Finding the right way to document life
From journals to videos,
BYUH students find
personal ways
to preserve memories
Website Exclusive
Fenua Riders win BYUH canoe race
Seasiders paddle with pride during the canoe race held at Kahana Bay
Learn, grow, succeed
Center for Academic Success works to produce leaders who balance academic excellence with spiritual strength and cultural understanding
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Our Team
Here are the students dedicated to publishing the Ke Alaka'i. From the writing to the photography all of it is done with love and a vision. Each student plays their part to create the best articles and magazines they can.