Lauren Goodwin
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Pieces of the Past: BYUH Archives houses many Hawaiian artifacts including a stick made for nobility and a weapon made of shark’s teeth
July 07, 2021
BYU–Hawaii faculty members said learning about the history of the Hawaiian artifacts housed in the school Archives helps people understand the complexities of Hawaiian culture. They affirmed each artifact has its own unique purpose that contributes to Hawaiian history.
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Country Highlight: Celebrations and traditions in China bring families together, says two BYUH students
July 06, 2021
Family is at the center of Chinese culture, traditions, food and celebrations. For example, Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, brings extended families together to decorate their homes, enjoy time away from school and eat family favorite foods, said two BYU–Hawaii sophomores from China.
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Retiring Professor Wesley says teaching and empowering students by connecting them to their cultures is its own reward
June 26, 2021
BYU–Hawaii professor, alumnus and previous director, Dr. Hiagi Wesley said by connecting students to their roots, he helps empower them. A co-worker and professor said Wesley also makes students from around the world feel a part of the BYUH ohana.
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By people wisely using their agency, they can bring down blessings from heaven, says President Hallstrom at BYUH devotional
June 24, 2021
Laie Hawaii Temple President James E. Hallstrom Jr. said using their agency allows people to be a better tool for the Lord, and it allows the Spirit to be their constant companion. He explained, “We are the only people who can change ourselves.”
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BYUH students share the practices unique to their culture as well as the meanings behind them
June 22, 2021
The diversity at BYU–Hawaii can make for unique communication situations students might not experience anywhere else. Students said learning about appropriate cultural gestures and the meanings behind them is important in order to have harmony in such a culturally diverse campus.
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University archivist says his love for the community came through learning and preserving Hawaiian history
June 21, 2021
Reading the core texts of Hawaiian and Church history in the Pacific has helped BYU–Hawaii’s Archivist Brooks Haderlie go through a “cultural refocus” and increased his love for the community and the culture.
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Biomedical science senior: Handling life's challenges by doing her part and having faith God will do His
June 16, 2021
Inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic to consider becoming a doctor, a senior majoring in biomedical science has been volunteering at Kahuku Medical Center through the Cope Health Scholar program that helps students get in-person hospital experience.
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Multicultural couples share Asian, Polynesian and American wedding traditions
June 16, 2021
Recalling heartfelt memories of their wedding days, couples shared how they incorporated cultural traditions from their homes into their special days. They said learning about their partner’s traditions allowed them to better integrate culturally significant traditions in their ceremonies.
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BYUH students share the meaning and significance behind their culture’s traditional clothing
June 15, 2021
BYU–Hawaii students said the traditional clothing and accessories from their home countries reflect a piece of who they are and where they are from. They shared wearing their favorite pieces makes them feel proud of their culture, motivating them to share who they are with others.
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