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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.
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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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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Looking heavenward for unity and harmony
2026 RFHD welcome dinner opens religious dialogues on peacebuilding in South Asia
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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
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Latest Issues
Religious Freedom Conference 2026
Culture Night
Home is Where Love Abides
Kuleana
2025: Year in Review
Religious Freedom Conference 2026
Hopes for the youth, peace and human dignity
Student volunteers from India and Fiji share hopes for young South Asians in promoting religious understanding, anti-bullying and community service
Carried by faith
How faith during disaster builds hope and confidence amidst difficult times
Empowerment in law and religious freedom
RFHD Chairperson Jennifer Mie Kajiyama Tinkham shares how the initiative empowers students in their education and enables them to serve as leaders
Color, lights and connection
From Diwali to Eid, shared traditions invite participation, foster understanding and celebrate common human values
A journey in faith and responsibility
BYU–Hawaii student fellow Riji Levaci reflects on his work with the Religious Freedom and Human Dignity Initiative and how majority faiths can protect minority beliefs
Culture Night
Hawaii
BYU–Hawaii’s Hawaii Club represents Lāʻie and Hawaiian culture through hula
Latin America
Latin America Club says their performance is designed to challenge stereotypes about the Latin American identity
Kiribati
Honoring Kiribatian heritage through a blend of traditional dance and modern music
Home is Where Love Abides
Loving yourself, on purpose
Three BYUH students say self-love is about motivation and purpose, not perfection
Snacks, codes and secrets
Understanding, patience and shared vulnerability transform a housing assignment into family for two BYU–Hawaii students
Home is where the heart checks in
Three BYU–Hawaii students say their journey from assigned roommates to brothers shows that trust, small conversations and shared responsibility can turn a dorm room into a home
It takes two communicate
Dean and Kate Murcillos share how they navigate their differences through open and honest communication
Stronger in distance
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
The Hawaiian Village teaches culture through daily demonstrations and shared traditions
Lessons from sea to shore
Canoes and the art of navigation are living testimonies of centuries of tradition and cultural identity, say members of voyaging community
What hula is
Learn and discover what hula is and what it can teach about resilience, authenticity and respect
Malama ʻaina, aloha ʻaina
BYUH students and educators shared how mālama’ āina is a privilege where identity and care for the land begins
2025: Year in Review
Words from the president
A collection of President Kauwe’s inspiring quotes from his 2025 talks
Unforgettable classes of the year
Students reveal why certain classes stood out for their impact, teaching and hands-on experiences
Closing out the intramurals season
Players say Fall 2025 semester’s intramural sports created space for friendship and support
Website Exclusive
All things finances
Family and personal financial advisor Elder Jeffrey Hill advises listeners on ways they can start making better financial decisions
Redefining masculinity
Kaeokalei Alo highlights the place of emotions, role models and awareness in men’s mental health
BYU–Hawaii students present at Small Plates of Nephi Conference
Student researchers connect scripture to real-world issues and disciplines
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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.