Sydney Odell | University Relations |  9 November 2012

Approximately 40 runners gathered for a pink “Race for the Cure” 5K to raise awareness about breast cancer and to honor loved ones who have had cancer. The race, organized by BYU–Hawaii students, was held on October 27 at the Hukilau Beach Park and the Kahuku bike and pedestrian path. The route was lined with pink ribbons, and there were also pink shirts and wristbands available for purchase – the proceeds of which went directly to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, an organization that is a leading advocate in breast cancer awareness, prevention and treatment.

Rachel Romney | University Relations |  6 November 2012

James D. Lee, Associate Professor and Department Chair of Computer and information Sciences, spoke on the desire to become better christians, saints and disciples of Christ in his devotional address Tuesday, November 6. “Over the years, I have learned that becoming a number one Christian is not simply something that I would like to do, but it is something that I need to do if I want to return and live with Father in Heaven again…. it is something that requires a lifetime of effort, lots of repenting, learning along the way, overcoming challenges and obstacles, loving and serving each other and most importantly, taking advantage of the healing power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.”

Ariel Chaffin | University Relations |  9 November 2012

Continuing the tradition that started in 2002, BYU–Hawaii welcomes basketball teams from New Zealand, Tahiti, China and Hawaii Pacific University for the Asia-Pacific Tournament held on campus this week. Meant to be a friendly competition, this tournament is part of the preseason games for the Seasiders and does not count for their season record. The tournament originally started as a way to strengthen relationships within the BYU–Hawaii target area. By inviting teams from the Asia-Pacific region, students attending BYU–Hawaii can come support teams from their home countries.

Rachel Romney | University Relations |  1 November 2012

Elder J. Christopher Lansing, Area Seventy, North America Northeast Area, discussed our time and development here on Earth through personal trials in his Devotional address, “That’s Life,” on Tuesday, October 30, 2012. 

Elder Lansing opened his talk by expressing to students the importance of this specific period in their lifelong journey. “This is a wonderful time in your lives to learn and develop attitudes of Godliness. Your experiences here in an environment where the Church is strong will become a foundation for you to build upon when you leave campus and begin your lives with professional, family, and church responsibilities.”

Ariel Chaffin | University Relations |  26 October 2012

Dr. Paul Buckingham and Cary Wasden spoke to a full audience on the tragic effects of pornography Tuesday, October 23, in the Little Theater at BYU–Hawaii. Their address, "Bringing the Myths of Pornography to Light," highlighted the process and physiological impact of pornography addiction. The event was hosted by the David O. McKay Center for Intercultural Understanding. 

Using the parallel of an alcoholic who has not touched a drink in over forty years, but reminds himself daily that he will not drink, Buckingham illustrated the lasting temptation that is present when overcoming an addiction. Pornography addiction is no different, he said. 

UPDATE: 1:30 AM
Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has cancelled the Tsunami Warning for the State of Hawaii and has issued a Tsunami Advisory as of 12:54 AM. Harbors and beaches will remain closed, but it is safe to return home, according to a statement by the Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu. Because the condition of currents in the ocean is still unpredictable, the standard ALL CLEAR notification will not be given for this event. But it has been confirmed that it is safe to return to evacuated areas. 

UPDATE: 12:30 AM
Pacific Tsunami Warning Center continues to monitor wave activity statewide. No reports of significant damage. ALL CLEAR still not given, but is expected soon. 

UPDATE: 11:30 PM
Some small waves have been reported around the state and are being monitored by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. At this point, no damage has been reported. Campus is secure, and the evacuation is still in effect. ALL CLEAR will be issued once it is safe to return home.

Rachel Romney | University Relations |  25 October 2012

“All of us have lives filled with minutiae. It’s a confinement of sorts—the endless tasks that fill our time. I have them. You have them. But they don’t need to consume our heads. We can attach the details of our lives to Big Ideas and elevate the way we think and live,” This was the counsel of Sister Virginia Pearce, author and former first counselor in the Young Women General Presidency, during her BYU–Hawaii Devotional address Tuesday, October 23, 2012. She focused her remarks on how this life has provided us with the opportunity to think, learn and grow, both secularly and spiritually. 

Sister Pearce is the daughter of the late Gordon B. Hinckley, who served as president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1995 to 2008.

Roger Brown | University Relations |  23 October 2012

“This physical structure represents the face of this university. It is put on cards, programs, bulletins and much more,” said Phillip McArthur, dean of the College of Language, Culture and Arts. The newly renovated McKay Foyer was celebrated with an open house and welcome meeting attended by students, faculty and staff on October 18, 2012. President Steven C. Wheelwright, Dr. Phillip McArthur, student David Whippy, and Dr. Chad Ford, director of the David O. McKay Center for Intercultural Understanding, gave short addresses speaking to the history, purpose, and future of the Foyer and related facilities.

Read more about the rennovation.