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Ke Alaka'i

Ke Alaka'i is an award-winning student media
group at BYU–Hawaii that publishes content on
its website, social media, produces weekly
podcasts, and prints up to eight magazines
each year.
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Studying religion through media

Associate visiting professor Joel Campbell teaches students how to examine world religions through media and culture
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Looking heavenward for unity and harmony

2026 RFHD welcome dinner opens religious dialogues on peacebuilding in South Asia
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More than research: How one internship shaped a biology student’s future

Biology senior Fatima Dagohoy conducts lab research, presents at an international conference and gains clarity about her career path
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Telling his story one prompt at a time

Adjunct faculty John Tsukayama says casual conversations with AI helped shape his memoir on life and purpose
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Hooked on the stream

Streaming and social trends are rewriting how songs are written—and who gets heard

Explore Ke Alaka‘i

Latest Issues
Religious Freedom Conference 2026
Culture Night
Home is Where Love Abides
Kuleana
2025: Year in Review

Religious Freedom Conference 2026

Empowerment in law and religious freedom

By Alden Pua June 30, 2026
RFHD Chairperson Jennifer Mie Kajiyama Tinkham shares how the initiative empowers students in their education and enables them to serve as leaders

Mapping faith across South Asia

By John Andrew Quizana June 30, 2026
A comparative study of religious freedom between secular and religious constitutional orders in South Asia

A journey in faith and responsibility

By Jessika Santoso June 11, 2026
BYU–Hawaii student fellow Riji Levaci reflects on his work with theReligious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative and how majority faiths can protect minority beliefs

Color, lights and connection

By Myco Marcaida June 11, 2026
From Diwali to Eid, shared traditions invite participation, foster understanding and celebrate common human values

Culture Night

Thailand

By Myco Marcaida June 11, 2026
Thailand club blend traditional dance, music and symbolism showing a story of conquering negativity and celebrating Thai culture

Fiji

By John Andrew Quizana June 11, 2026
The Fiji Club performance portrays cultural identity and perseverance through symbolic dance rooted in ancestral voyages

Malaysia

By Myco Marcaida June 11, 2026
From the rhythmic bamboo dance Magunatip to the graceful movements of Samazau, performers showcase the cultural heritage and diversity of Malaysia

Papua New Guinea

By Linda Laulu June 11, 2026
Rhythmic stomps to swaying motions, PNG dancers showcase traditions from multiple provinces while expressing a shared heritage

Taiwan

By France Valerie Lucillo June 11, 2026
The Taiwan Club performance revives 1950s Taiwanese culture through dance and attire, blending tradition with modern expression

Home is Where Love Abides

Snacks, codes and secrets

By Myco Marcaida May 06, 2026
Understanding, patience and shared vulnerability transform a housing assignment into family for two BYU–Hawaii students

Moments that matter

By Rincon Watson May 06, 2026
How one couple builds a lasting marriage through service, communication and faith

Loving yourself, on purpose

By France Valerie Lucillo May 06, 2026
Three BYUH students say self-love is about motivation and purpose, not perfection

The scent of home

By Jessika Santoso May 06, 2026
How memories rooted in scent endure—and evolve—far from where they began

Stronger in distance

By Julia Aunai April 06, 2026
BYU–Hawaii students say distance has deepened their faith, strengthened communication and redefined how they see love

Kuleana

A closer look inside the Hawaiian village

By Julia Aunai May 06, 2026
The Hawaiian Village teaches culture through daily demonstrations and shared traditions

Kuleana in action

By Jessika Santoso March 17, 2026
Explore how pono, ‘ohana and malama guide moral, social and spiritual responsibilities today

Lessons from sea to shore

By Samantha Faith Satorre March 17, 2026
Canoes and the art of navigation are living testimonies of centuries of tradition and cultural identity, say members of voyaging community

Malama ʻaina, aloha ʻaina

By France Valerie Lucillo February 25, 2026
BYUH students and educators shared how mālama’ āina is a privilege where identity and care for the land begins

More than a name

By Myco Marcaida May 06, 2026
Carrying identity, memory and responsibility through Hawaiian Inoa

2025: Year in Review

Words from the president

By CJ Shinihah Notarte March 17, 2026
A collection of President Kauwe’s inspiring quotes from his 2025 talks

A year at a glance: BYU–Hawaii's annual timeline

By Myco Marcaida February 26, 2026
Major campus developments, milestones and celebrations favored BYU–Hawaii in 2025, says campus community. The university marked its 70th anniversary with events honoring its history plans for long term campus improvements, solidifying the school’s continued focus on growth, global education and faith.

Key milestone of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2025

By France Valerie Lucillo February 26, 2026
Witness the significant milestones of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for the year 2025

Unforgettable classes of the year

By Julia Aunai February 26, 2026
Students reveal why certain classes stood out for their impact, teaching and hands-on experiences

Closing out the intramurals season

By Julia Aunai February 25, 2026
Players say Fall 2025 semester’s intramural sports created space for friendship and support

Website Exclusive

Faith, Law and Peacebuilding

By John Andrew Quizana June 26, 2026
Legal scholars and student organizations collaborate to explore constitutional principles, moral agency and global religious liberty

Performative or authentic?

By Julia Aunai June 11, 2026
Ke Alaka’i: The Podcast hosts discuss how online culture shapes identity, authenticity and self-expression

Gaining global business experience through Asia trip

By Linda Laulu June 11, 2026
Students traveled across Vietnam, China, Hong Kong and South Korea to learn about entrepreneurship, sourcing and international trade firsthand
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Campus events
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Podcast, creative videos
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Photography

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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.