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Photo of Fall 2024 Batch at the NSO Holokai Fair

Welcome Fall 2024 New Students!

Rose Ram Appointed as New Library Director and Director of The Center for Academic Success at BYU–Hawaii

Brigham Young University–Hawaii Academic Vice President Isaiah Walker announced this appointment effective at the end of the Spring 2024 Semester.

Constitution Day 2024 Recap

September 25, 2024 02:49 PM
We are pleased to share that our recent Constitution Day event, held on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, has been recognized by the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP).

The highlight of the event was the active participation of our international students, who led the booth with great enthusiasm.

Voting & Election Toolkits

Voting & Elections Toolkits for US students are now available on LibGuides!

These include resources that can provide you with information as you prepare to vote in the upcoming elections.

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We post updates, pictures, videos, and more about the library!

Library Events

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Just Write

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, October 16
Acquire study and learning skills to help you stay focused and complete your homework.
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Just Write

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, October 23
Acquire study and learning skills to help you stay focused and complete your homework.
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Just Write

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, October 30
Acquire study and learning skills to help you stay focused and complete your homework.
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Grammarly EDU

Free Grammarly EDU for BYUH students!
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Google Scholar

Google Scholar search bar that contains BYUH resources
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JSTOR

A digital library that provides students access to over 12 million journal articles, books, images, and primary sources. JSTOR is a great place to start for your research needs.

More resources

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What is Libby?

Borrow e-books, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! Libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide!
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How to get access to Libby Overdrive?

1. Go to Libby Website

2. When asked which school access you have, write down Brigham Young University–Hawaii under student card to get it for free

3. Enjoy access to over 4000 e-books, magazines, and audiobooks
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Online Newspapers

Ke Alaka'i

Ke Alaka'i is BYU–Hawaii's campus news center. They cover stories from campus events to local community features to reactions to international news.

Honolulu Star - Advertiser

The newspaper covers local, national, and international news and features on business, sports, entertainment, and other topics relevant to the Honolulu community.

The New York Times

Covers a broad spectrum of topics and provides news on national and international affairs, politics, business, culture, science, and technology.

Wall Street Journal

Known for its coverage of business and financial news and in-depth reporting on global markets, economics, politics, and other relevant topics.

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