Three BYUH students share photography serves as a therapeutic outlet for self-expression, emotional processing and personal growth ...

Explore Earth and its relationships with a plethora of planets, stars and galaxies in its cosmic family, Laniakea, the immense heaven ...

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 ...

Two BYUH alumnae and a student share how personalized lei make them feel loved, blessed and remembered From traditional flower lei to personalized lei like candy or money lei, people modify lei ...

For two native Hawaiian women, running their lei-making businesses helps them build community and share Hawaiian culture, shared Kalia Guiteras of Hilo, Hawai‘i and Kaylee Mapuana Kataoka of Mililani, ...

According to the Maui Luau official website, lei--whether they're comprised of flowers or shells–– are synonymous with the islands. These adornments were worn by ancient Hawaiians for ceremonial ...

BYU–Hawaii’s students and professors from Pacific studies program showcase Pasifika scholarship at a national conference in New York City ...

Chee hoos and yessahs echoed throughout the Pacific Theater as the fireknife warriors performed intricate throws and catches with traditional choreography. One of the semi-finalists competing in the ...

Admiring beyond aesthetic Keanu Manoa, Hawaiian Village manager from Lāʻie, said “The idea of Lei Day is actually more of a modern thing, but the idea of lei is very ancient.” Among the many purposes ...

Students say Fiji and the Philippines each have their own unique garlands, both resembling and differing from the Hawaiian lei First anchored in Hawaii by Polynesian voyagers, the tradition of ...

A lei is more than just flowers because making one requires physical, mental and spiritual aspects, said Allison Legazpi, a senior majoring in Pacific Islands studies from the Philippines. “Finding ...

Students share how a local lei maker honors tradition, builds relationships and reflects the true spirit of aloha with his craft Uluamu Langi, a local lei maker, said the art of lei-making goes far ...