Xyron Levi Corpuz
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Although challenging, Sei Kuwahara says he loves climbing and feels satisfaction when he reaches the top
Whenever Japanese student Sei Kuwahara makes it to the top while rock climbing, he said he gets a feeling of achievement and satisfaction. Climbing, he said, not only helps him release stress but also helps him to focus on his schooling.
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Third-generation plantation worker says it was a sad moment when the Kahuku Sugar Plantation closed
Retired BYU–Hawaii mathematics professor, Dr. David Furuto, said he was a third-generation worker at the Kahuku Sugar Plantation. His grandfather, Shintaro Furuto, who came from Hiroshima, Japan, and his father, Jitsuo Furuto, also worked at the Kahuku Sugar Plantation, he said.
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The Duerdens share how David O. McKay’s prophecy is fulfilled through their band, Shaka Steel
Dr. Darren and Jennifer Duerden both say they fell in love with the sound and energetic music of the steel drum. Having been involved with steel drum bands for many years, and even meeting in a steel band, the two co-founded Shaka Steel, BYU–Hawaii’s first steel band and the only functioning steel band in all of Hawaii.
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20 fun facts about BYUH
Six thousand acres of land in Laie was acquired by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for $14,000 in 1865. A part of that land became the Church College of Hawaii, presently known as Brigham Young University–Hawaii.
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The Goo family recall memories of Goo's Old Plantation Store and their father’s charitable work
Children of the late Charles K.C. Goo, owner of the original Old Plantation Store, said it was the Lord who led their family to Laie when their father was called upon to open a store for the students of the Church College of Hawaii. K.C. Goo owned and operated the Old Plantation Store for 31 years.
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BYUH alumnae, retiree sisters share how they have seen McKay’s prophecy fulfilled
In 1992, native Hawaiian sisters Napua Kalama Baker and Theresa Meyers Ducret both held important positions at BYU-Hawaii and within the Laie community. Working together, the two helped build strong, lasting relations between the University and its surrounding community. Recruiting students internationally, being a voice for the Laie community and becoming the very first female vice president of any Church Educational System school are just a few of the accomplishments these sisters have achieved.
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‘Happy times go fast,’ says Professor Han, who was recognized for 40 years of work at employee appreciation event
English Professor Sherman Han was honored for working 40 years at BYU–Hawaii at the annual employee appreciation event, called Ho’omaika’i, which means “to thank” in Hawaiian. It was held on Jan. 28 via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. BYUH honored, celebrated and recognized the years of service provided by employees and presented exemplary employee awards at the event.
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Former Hawaii Honolulu missionary returns to BYU–Hawaii as a student
While serving in the Hawaii Honolulu Mission, Seina Hamano said she fell in love with the kindness and spirituality of Laie and decided to attend BYU–Hawaii. Now, in her sophomore year, she said she learns from her friends and coworkers and tries to give back to the university by tutoring students in Japanese.
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Myanmar student joins the Church through studying the Book of Mormon despite difficulty reading English
Su Myat (Rachel) Yadanar Shin said she and her family were taught the gospel by senior missionaries in their home in Myanmar in 2009. She said they decided to learn more about the Church because of a friend’s invitation to attend. Eventually, Shin said they gained testimonies and joined the Church. Nine years later, Shin arrived at BYU–Hawaii.
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