BYUH Event 2025

BYUH Event 2025

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9:00am HST

URC Kickoff Event (Open to all) BYU–Hawaii Cannon Activities Center (CAC) Final Presentation: Shark Tank Edition (Open to all) Heber J. Grant Building 273

9:30am HST

URC POSTER SESSION (OPEN TO ALL) BYU–Hawaii Cannon Activities Center (CAC)

10:45am HST

Artist or Puppet? Science Building (SCB) 211Anela Salgado Bridging Faith and Society: LDS Peacebuilding through Religious Resilience in China Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Tesa Ziegler Exploring Cultural Bias in English Language Proficiency Tests: Implications for Students from Asia and the Pacific Island Science Building (SCB) 300/301Katyana Cahill • Zachary Hedrick • Michael Westberg Exploring the Relationship of High Technology Exports and Political Stability on a Global Scale David O. Mckay 132 Language Attitude Perceptions Amongst BYUH Native English Speakers and Non-Native English Speakers of Freshmen to Senior Level Students Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Aliah Flores • Seila Pasemaca Queer Theory and Fairy Tales: A Theoretical Framework for "The Seelie Prince" David O. Mckay 122Mark Redd Religious Freedom in ASEAN Science Building (SCB) 209Vilai Ilolahia The Genetics of Coral Pathogen Bacteriophages Science Building (SCB) 200/201Jacob Albee • Gabriel Thorup • Theresa Pinpin The Impact of Globalization on Indigenous Language: Na i Vosa Vakaviti David O. Mckay 129Lolene Kacivi The Mixed Kid Journal Project: Cultural Identity in Multiethnic Emerging Adults David O. Mckay 118Victoria Amistad The Small Plates of Nephi and the Foreknowledge of God Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Joseph Kelsey Customer-Centric Strategy: A Sales Manager’s Approach to Building Lasting Relationships (30 Minute Case Study) Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Elaiza Samonte

11:05am HST

Altars and Ammunition: The Effect of Religious Freedom on Civil War Science Building (SCB) 209Hannah Harding • Samantha Rasmussen Common Ground between Hawaiian Culture and Latter-Day Saints Beliefs Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Claudia Sosa García Different Shades of Brown: Cultural Identity David O. Mckay 118Jarelle Hunt Hawaiian Language Spaces: Observing and Implementing Spaces on the Brigham Young University-Hawai’i for the ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i Speakers and Learners David O. Mckay 129Ethan Trenum • Renae Buckles Labor Missions in Asia Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113EuiJeong Son Moko In Oceania Science Building (SCB) 211Elena Hyde Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders Mental Health Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Julana Te'o Using Electricity as a More Sustainable Approach to Organic Synthesis Science Building (SCB) 200/201Clarissa Gibby • Dang Ngoc Anh Do Using fNIR Technology: The Relationship Between Multilingualism and Working Memory in Adults Science Building (SCB) 300/301Garrett Parsons • Ho Yin Ng • Kelera Tuinakauvadra

11:15am HST

A Facility Leader’s Care (30 Minute Case Study) Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Michael Allen Martinez

11:25am HST

Analyzing the Microeconomic Impact of Agrifusion Keyhole Gardening in Kiribati Science Building (SCB) 200/201JD-Lynn Diaz • Tuta Tekee Autoetnocentric Exploration of Cultural Identity Science Building (SCB) 300/301Evelyn Heimanu Censorship, Faith, and Politics: The Intersection of Religious Beliefs and Political Development in Samoa Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Vaoga Talalelei Exploring the Social Issues in the Philippines: Perspectives and Experiences of Students at BYU-H Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Danielle Rummler • Cheszana Costales • Dwein Tarrobago Integration of Indigenous Sāmoan Leadership Concepts at a Western Education Institution David O. Mckay 129Lusila Lealii E'e Overcoming Barriers: The Growth and Perseverance of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Indonesia Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113 Pedagogy of Care and Empathy: Young Adult Literature in the Classroom David O. Mckay 122Kale Moss The Last Missionary Science Building (SCB) 211Juan Carlos Delos Reyes Unraveling the Disparity Between Australian and American Tourist Arrivals in Manado, Indonesia Science Building (SCB) 209

11:45am HST

Lunch BYUH Banyan Dining Hall

1:00pm HST

Award Ceremony Heber J. Grant Building 273

1:15pm HST

Artificial Intelligence in Accounting Education: Challenges and Opportunities for Filipino Students David O. Mckay 118Jaehoon Jeong • Kennedy Curran • Valerie Joy Agustin Examining Cross- Cultural Perspectives on AI Adoption: Analyzing ChatGPT’s Role in Accounting Education David O. Mckay 122Rakshna Muthyam • Caily Mossman • Rei Kato Homelessness in Micronesia and Restorative Justice Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113 Investigating the link between problematic smartphone use (PSU) and mental health wellbeing Science Building (SCB) 209Rodolfo Dela Cruz Petrarch's Toxic Love: A Case Study of Don Quixote's Grisostomo and Marcela Science Building (SCB) 211Emma Maycock The Perceived Stigma of Mental Illness on the college campus at Brigham Young University-Hawaii Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Avery Almendariz • Shao Yun Caroline Hsu • Reahah Singh • Jake Moncrief The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Anxiety Among International University Students Studying in the U.S. Science Building (SCB) 200/201Abhishek Fnu • Taimua Taimalelagi • Eloida Kitwongpak • Randolf Loria Understanding Kapu Aloha and Native Hawaiians’ Struggle for Maunakea Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Keilani Cabatu Unseen Numbers: Implicit Math in the Cultures of Mongolia, the Philippines, and Samoa David O. Mckay 129Christian Jay Tanicala • Mary Eve Jervoso Voyaging Science Building (SCB) 300/301Wade Utai • Lon Page • Francis Nime When Signs Spoke: A Study into 1940’s Malaya Typography History Through Store Signage Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Yong Fei Cho A Data-Driven Leader: Navigating Public Backlash in Data Management (30 Minute Case Study) David O. Mckay 132Gianna Zia Martinez

1:35pm HST

A Study of Blood Pressure Awareness and Blood Pressure among International and U.S. Domestic College Students in Hawaii Science Building (SCB) 200/201Evan Webb • Chito Bandujo • Peter Aldrich • Elepi Draniikamate • Shania Datt Artificial Intelligence in Accounting Education: Cultural Perspectives on AI Adoption among Japanese Students David O. Mckay 118Saki Nakada • Aaron Badinas • Reese Clark Bridging AI and Accounting Education: How Technology Readiness Affects ChatGPT Adoption Among U.S. Students David O. Mckay 122Tai Strauss • Lua Peleuale • Jazreel Vergara Neural Networks for Differential Equations: Effects of Layers and Nodes on Computational Performance David O. Mckay 129Japeth Caballero • Iosefa Taliu Peace and Justice in Cambodia Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Joseph Sant Perception of Mental Health Among Tonga Students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii: A Grounded Theory Study Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Ana Manu Kalafea Latu • Milika Uasike Plants With Purpose Science Building (SCB) 300/301Bernice Rome • Ku'ilani Paletu'a The Effects of Smiling on Reported Self-Esteem Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Miriam Ansah The Effects of TikTok on Boredom Tolerance Science Building (SCB) 209Lilia Foma'i The Hikikomori/Hermit in Asian and American Literature Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Britlyn Smith The Role of a Father, Alma and Corianton’s relationship Science Building (SCB) 211Elyse Saxton

1:45pm HST

Marketing Power: How Politicians Use Social Media for Mass Persuasion David O. Mckay 132Kristian Galang

1:55pm HST

A Community Approach to Refugees' Mental Health Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Ann Goebel Comparative Analysis of Restorative Justice Systems in New Zealand and Hawaii Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Tashanna Schneider Connections Between Alaska's Fishing Permit Earnings and Shifts in Holdings Among Resident Classes David O. Mckay 129Azbayar Baldansharav • Losaline Tukuafu ETFs in the Global Financial Market: Growth, Risks, and Opportunities David O. Mckay 118Elle Larson • Jundy Aboc Examining the Relationship Between Smartphone Usage and Workout Duration in University Gym-Goers Science Building (SCB) 209Anson Tamilarason • Saravanan Sekar Exploring the Lived Experiences of Fijian Students at BYUH with Finances and Mental Health Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Riji Levaci • Liahona Levaci • Mela'Ann Qaqa Pasma Belief and its Influence on Health-seeking Behaviors Among Filipinos in an American University Science Building (SCB) 200/201Armari Pilande • Eloisa Lulab • Christine Tacuel • John Carlo Santiago • Mariella Loria • John Erick Uddon The Other Side of the Story: How Well-Written Antagonist Shape YA Literature Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 133Kamryn Ivie Through Nephi’s Eyes: A Vision Shaped by Division Science Building (SCB) 211Victoria Wilcox

2:15pm HST

2:45pm HST

Addressing Police Brutality and Human Rights Violations in Fiji: The Role of Equity of Fiji in Promoting Accountability and Peacebuilding Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Dipeek Reddy Authority in Words: Stance Modal Verbs and Directives in Presidents Nelson and Benson’s Talks David O. Mckay 118Grace Brooks Empowering Adoptees: Exploring U.S. Adoption Models for Japanese Families Science Building (SCB) 209Yu Bruna Yamamoto Impact of Peer-to-Peer Suicide Prevention Program on Culturally Diverse Student Volunteers: A Study of the Hope Squad Initiative at Brigham Young University-Hawaii Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Magdalene Combis • Shao-Yun Hsu PROTACs Decrease the Proliferation of Cancer Cells by Inducing Degradation of Sphingosine Kinase Science Building (SCB) 200/201Malakai Lavaki • Jesse Crank Requests on Reel: Comparing Directness in K-dramas and American Dramas David O. Mckay 122Samantha Naluai Resisting Gender Role Complacency: A Feminist Critique on The Handmaid’s Tale David O. Mckay 129Kamryn Ivie The Impact of Cultural Background on Mental Health and Support Systems for Asian Students at Brigham Young University–Hawaii Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Maya Bowen The Indomitable Spirit Science Building (SCB) 211Aaron Bernard Corridor Women in Political Leadership: A Review of Literature David O. Mckay 132Elaiza Jane Samonte • Shania Roann Zaraspe

3:05pm HST

Collective Action and Change: The History and Impact of Political Protests in Korea. Science Building (SCB) 209 Enhancing Vocabulary Acquisition Through AI-Generated Songs: A Study in Language Learning David O. Mckay 118WenXuan Wan • Catherine Carroll Exploring Corporate Commitment to Health and Wellness in Fiji: Employee Well-being Initiatives, Community Engagement through Youth Sports, and Investment in Wellness Programs Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 123Timaci Niko Koroinamua • Kenneth Taliu From Page to Screen: What Young Adults Lose When They Skip the Book David O. Mckay 129Kobi Hough Investigating the Presence of Hepatitis E Virus(HEV) in Pig Products on the Island of Oahu Science Building (SCB) 200/201Xiaotong Wu Mental Health on Campus: Reducing Stigma and Encouraging Support for Students with Mental Health Conditions Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Jamila De Jesus • Aunica Todd • Casey Tittle Remittances and Corruption: The Pacific Paradox Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 115Rosalind Malolo The Hope of a Nation to be Like Mike Mongolia’s First Potential NBA Export David O. Mckay 122Tsetsegdari Enkhbold The Old Man at The Pond Science Building (SCB) 211Samuel Grigg Women in Scripture and the Strength to Endure David O. Mckay 132Noah Jacobs

3:25pm HST

Are There Still No “Great” Women Artists? A Retrospective Exploration of Linda Nochlin’s Claims David O. Mckay 132Clara Curtis Assessing the Validity of Translation Tasks for Evaluating L2 Academic Writing Proficiency David O. Mckay 118Jessika Santoso Evaluating Seasider Sidekick: Is it worth it for school? David O. Mckay 129Hyunseok Cho • Lok Yiu Chan Harnessing Phytochemical Selectivity: Differential Antimicrobial Potency of Ficus Extracts in Pathogenic and Beneficial Microbial Systems. Science Building (SCB) 200/201Sarah Birtcher • Sherwin Quimiguing Kapaka Farm: Growing Legacy of Faith David O. Mckay 122Jordan Niutupuivaha Punishment vs. Rehabilitation: Addressing Childhood Trauma in Aggravated Assault Cases Heber J. Grant Building (HGB) 113Emma Mitchell

4:00pm HST

Award Ceremony David O. McKay Auditorium

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