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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
Iosepa voyagers rediscover identity and the meaning of community at sea
An alumnus, community member and student say they connected with nature, celebrated the Hawaiian culture and found family during Iosepa’s 2025 voyage
BYU–Hawaii students find deeper meaning through service, heritage and life lessons aboard Iosepa
Out of all Iosepa’s docking spots, BYU–Hawaii student and alumnus say Lahaina is closest to their hearts as the place fosters personal and cultural connections
BYUH alumni say sailing the wa‘a taught them unity, trust and shared responsibilities
Iosepa voyaging crew returns with life-changing testimonies after month-long spiritual voyage
How the synergy of voyagers integrates into Iosepa himself
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
BYUH students reflect on how physical readiness, mental strength and spiritual grounding prepared them to become voyagers aboard Iosepa
Aboard Iosepa, three BYUH students overcome fear, doubts and relentless waves through faith, preparation and unity
More than heritage or curiosity, three BYU–Hawaii students share their unexpected moments and inner promptings led them to sail with Iosepa
Like brave ocean tides tighten the knots of a voyager’s sail, the Iosepa sailing experience weaves friendships that anchor the spirit