• Lives in tropical to subtropical waters below 3,300 feet, found around Hawaii, American Samoa, Pacific remote islands, the Gulf of Mexico, the United States West Coast and the Mariana Archipelago • ...

According to BYU–Hawaii students, Samoan and Tongan funeral celebrations continue to incorporate traditions that have long been part of their culture. The family spends one to two weeks planning the ...

Though abundantly packed with healthy ingredients, including toppings like sliced fruits, granola and pumpkin seeds, registered dietitians and nutritionists said people can be consuming 200 to ...

Sixty-two percent of college-aged students in a recent Instagram survey said they think of surfing as a male sport. Kinsey Hippolite, a resident of Kahuku, said the way to change this perception is ...

Students from BYU–Hawaii may see the white, half-circle shape of the naupaka flower on the coast of the beach or while hiking mountain trails in Laie. If students paused to pick one naupaka flower ...

From cleaning out weeds and branches to learning the sacredness of Maunawila Heiau, Rebecca Walker said her students are involved in landscaping services. At the Maunawila Heiau, a sacred site in ...

The purpose of using robots at the Gateway Buffet is to enhance guest experience and help students develop skills working with technology, said Greg Maples, vice president of Culinary Services at the ...

Hannah Pineda, an alumna who graduated in exercise and sports science, said expecting a child is an exciting and sacred blessing in the Latin American culture. Though born and raised in the United ...

Discover the lesser-known roles of lei in Hawaiian culture and learn thoughtful tips to select the perfect lei for each occasion “Any kind of moment in life calls for lei,” said Makana Mānoa, an ...

Using Chat GPT in academics is being debated for its pros and cons including things like helping students to critically think through issues but also dehumanizing the human elements of writing and ...

While experimenting with an artificial intelligence (AI) system called Monday, Dr. John Tsukayama said he began describing personal stories from his life, and the program would respond as he gave more ...

Hair is a symbol of who they are and where they come from, said BYU–Hawaii students. Garlyna Singo from Vanuatu said she is inspired by her cultural heritage to showcase her curly hair. She said hair ...