Nov 4, 2010

November 4, 2010

Ke Alaka i Volume 94: Issue 8

THE LEADER ESS EXPR ISSUE

Wicked weekend

Satisfying summer

How students celebrated the haunted holiday 3

One student’s experience on a small fishing island 4

Xu Han, Cody Easterbrook, Anna Hubert, Joshua Aplaca, Kelii Wesley flaunt their costumes at the BYUHSA Halloween dance. Photo by Sam Sukimawa

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Gunstock marathon attracts students and community members

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Students mourn the loss of fellow student Gantuya Ganbat

November 4, 2010 • Volume 94: Issue 8

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Surfers came out dressed as everything from Minnie Mouse to ninja turtles at the Halloween surf competition. Photo courtesy of BJ Liau

TE E N AG E MU T ANT NI NJA “ SEA” TURT LE S The 3rd Annual Castles Halloween Surf Invitational drew more people, talent, and creativity than ever before.

“It was a celebration of the surfing spirit, taking it back to the basics of wave riding with good friends. Everyone was stoked. I was very satisfied with my performance; had a couple head dips, jumped on some people, took some people out. That was my goal,” said Matt Facer, junior in accounting from California, who wore the mask of El Luchaor from the film Nacho Libre.

Participants were asked to wear their costumes, invite everyone they know, and catch a few waves at Castles.

Second place winner Andy Pierce, senior in psychology from California, said. “It was really fun, really competitive… a lot of boards hitting boards, people hitting people, carnage, a little bit of blood, I think,” he laughed, sporting a hot pink muumuu. “I felt like I surfed the very best I could possibly surf. A really trying competition.”

“My favorite part of Halloween is surfing in a poofy dress,” said Alyssa Esmond, junior in elementary education from

California, clad as Minnie Mouse.

First, second, and third place winners were recognized on the beach.

Brian Poppleton, senior in accounting from California, organized the event, and took first place. “I picked the judges. I don’t know why everyone was surprised that I won,” he explained.

Poppleton dressed as Leonardo, one of the four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

His sister and two of their friends joined him to complete the group and take first place as a team.

“We just put acrylic paint all over us, makeup paint for the face; pretty simple costume. I was a Ninja Turtle when I was like six, and it popped in my head, ‘I should relive my youth,’” said Poppleton.

Danielle Anderton, junior in psychology from California, watched the competition from the beach. “There were some sweet costumes—I loved Buzz Lightyear.

The mummy was really cool and the snake charmer and the snake,” she said.

- AM Y H AN SO N

For full stories and more photos, visit kealakai.byuh.edu.

BYUHSA hosted a Halloween-themed costume dance for students and community members to commence Halloween weekend.

Friday, Oct. 29, the Aloha Center Ballroom was packed with costumed students. A costume contest was held during the dance and determined the winner to be Sean Mackintosh from Lehi, Utah. Mackintosh was dressed as the famous YouTube star Antoine Dodson.

-SU ZANNE TU TTLE

Photo by Sam Sukimawa

Sp o o k y Fun Run Zombies, jazzercizers, moms with strollers and leather jackets and a patriotic gorilla stepped up to the starting line for an energetic 3-kilometer race Thursday, Oct. 27.

The winner of the costume contest was Matt Roberts, a junior history major.

Roberts was dressed as a gorilla complete with mask, running shorts and bandana.

-KE LSE Y E LDE R

Photo by Aissa Mitton November 4, 2010

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big fish, big hearts: student spends summer on small fishing island Originally, BYU-Hawaii student David Powell was planning on doing his summer research associateship on the island from the movie “The Other Side of Heaven” in Tonga, but various complications, including the capsizing of the boat that would take him there, changed his plans. A tiny island in Tonga called Matuku is where he ended up spending his summer through his friendship with BYUH student Fehi Taufa.

“Matuku is a small island,” said Powell. “You can walk around it in about 30 minutes. There is no electricity, no running water, and none of the modern-day comforts we have, but the hearts of the people are big, and the fishing is good.”

Powell is a senior studying anthropology in the international cultural studies major. In the future he hopes to be a professor of anthropology and stay in the islands. “I don’t really care much for going back to the mainland,” said Powell.

As a native of Huntington Beach, Calif. and a veteran student here in Laie, Powell is no stranger to the ocean. He is very passionate about fishing and surfing and has a love for the culture of the Pacific Islands. So, naturally, Powell chose to execute his student research associateship in the islands. He described it as “his answer” to the beckoning call of Tonga.

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“I started taking Tongan language classes when I first got out here,” said Powell. “I hate math, so I chose to replace it with a language track.” Dr. Tevita Ka’ili, professor of anthropology and personal mentor to Powell, was also mentioned as part of Powell’s inspiration to go to Tonga.

Powell’s work was funded by his student research associateship. For the capstone to his research he will be doing an ethnography on the fishing culture of Matuku and the effects of globalization on the people there.

Powell went fishing with his newfound friends every night in order to get the best documentation possible of their lifestyle and fishing techniques.

“We would go all night,” said Powell. “Sometimes we would be gone a few days at a time and just camp out on an empty beach with the mosquitoes and the rats…We would get out to our spots on various reefs and fish from sun down till sun up…You just free dive. All you have is a three-prong, a mask, and a light.”

According to Powell, the nightly harvest consisted mainly of sea cucumbers, the island’s main export, whose slimy flesh is considered a delicacy in some Asian cultures.

In addition to the sluggish sea cucumbers they pursued other game, such as fish, octopi, turtles, sharks and crabs.

Reminiscing on his summer adventure, Powell related his experience with “ota ika.” “It’s raw reef fish,” said Powell. “You just pop off the scales or peel back the skin and chow down and start eating it.”

Powell admitted to having a weak stomach and getting sick frequently. One time required a visit to the hospital. “I sucked the raw eyes out of an eel’s head and I got really sick,” said Powell. “I didn’t eat or drink anything for three days. I lost 20 pounds.”

Despite episodes dealing with his weak “palangi” stomach, Powell said he had an incredibly positive experience overall. “The people were my favorite,” said Powell. “They are generous, hospitable, and have love for complete strangers. Sometimes you’re walking down the street in a village and then you hear someone yell from the house, ‘Ha’u kai,’ ‘Come eat,’ and you don’t even know anybody.”

If there is one thing Powell took from his experience on Matuku, he said, it’s the big hearts and the generosity of the people. His stay was made possible in part by the Taufa family of Matuku. Powell said he would forever be thankful for his friend and fellow BYUH student, Fehi Taufa, who helped make the arrangements for Powell to live with his family.

“Tonga’s nickname is ‘The Friendly Islands,’” said Powell. “I miss the friendliness.” Powell reported his failed attempt to live by the Tongan customs of sharing and generosity with his roommates here. “They definitely enjoy the receiving more than they do the giving,” said Powell. “I think in general most people would love to give, but they are afraid that they won’t get anything back.

They’re afraid they’re going to end up with nothing. I think that once people are shown that others can give back too, they will be more willing to give.”

Regarding the student research associateships offered here on BYUH campus, Powell said, “Do it, 100 percent. It’s the best thing I’ve done at school by far. Professors can walk you through it. Get a professor to help you from the beginning. It doesn’t matter what major you’re in. Do something you love, something you are passionate about.”

For more information on student research associateships, contact your academic advisor or a professor in your field of preference.

-blake baxter

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David Powell spent his summer living on Matuku Island, Tonga, where he fell in love with the people as he studied their lifestyle. Photos courtesy of David Powell

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Womens soccer clinches Pac West Title 18th-ranked BYU-Hawaii outscored the UH-Hilo Vulcans 3-0 on the road to get another win and clinch the Pac West Conference title (their second title in the last three years).

“It’s great!” exclaimed Kaci McNeil a freshman from Orem, Utah. “All the team’s hard work seems to be paying off. It feels good to be champions. I feel like we have a great chance moving forward because of the confidence we are playing with right now.”

Two-time Pac West player of the week, Megan McCain agreed. “It’s awesome!” said McCain. “We have worked hard to get to where we are. If we keep playing this way, we should do well in the upcoming tournament.”

The Seasiders are now 13-0-2 on the season and 11-0-1 in the conference. The convincing record reserved a spot for BYUH in the NCAA II tournament, taking place later in the month. “It’s a great opportunity that only comes around with great teamwork,” said midfielder, Nicole Slater.

The Seasiders saw 53 minutes without a goal against a tough UH-Hilo defense. The Vulcan’s defense showed signs of giving way when freshman, Kim Micheletti, slotted in her eighth goal of the season off a pass from Emily Mearns that put BYU-Hawaii up 1-0.

Soon after, the Seasiders doubled their score off a goal from Natalie Cude in the sixty-first minute; Micheletti assisted the goal. To round up the scoring was Natasha Aiono in the seventy-third minute, also assisted by Micheletti. The Seasiders outshot UH-Hilo 15- 8. McCain came up with six saves to preserve the shut out for the Seasiders, their eleventh of the season.

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Sadie Simon makes a pass during a recent game.

Photo by Sam Sukimawa

Volleyball Halloween thriller results in 1 win, 1 loss The Seasiders took home the win in Friday night’s match after losing the first game 26-28. They came back and won the remaining games 25-21, 25-21, and 2518. Friday’s win saw 14 kills from Lauren Hagemeyer while Losaline Faka’osi and Aika Becker both put away 12. Tara Huckvale had nine kills on the night.

Saturday night BYUH lost to Dixie

The Seasiders beat Grand Canyon in State three games to two. After losing the three games straight on Oct. 25. The Seasiders first two games 25-20 and 25-15, the Seasidwere in control all night, winning 25-17, 25-20 ers “came back from the dead,” winning the and 25-22. The tone was set early in the first next two games, 13-25 and 22-25. However, game, the Seasiders opening with a 9-3 lead. In the second game Grand Canyon went ahead for in game five the Seasiders found themselves fighting for their lives as they went down two serves before they took the back seat again for the rest of the game. The third game was the early 10-2. They could never make up the deficit, losing the game to Dixie 15-7. closest but a 6-0 run halfway through cemented

Brian Poppleton, former high the overall win.

Offensively the Seasiders were on fire. school volleyball player and a senior acLauren Hagemeyer had 10 kills on the night with counting major, noted the team’s success. an overall kill percentage of .296. Tara Huckvale “It’s great to witness the team’s unity,” said and Losaline Faka’osi both contributed with nine Poppleton. “It’s clear that each player is out kills each. The team totaled 40 kills, which kept there because volleyball is their passion. You can see it in their smiles and in the dedicaGrand Canyon scrambling to recover.

BYU-Hawaii Women’s Volleyball Team had a thrilling Halloween week, winning two matches and losing one. The Lady Seasiders swept Grand Canyon on Monday, Oct. 25, defeated Dixie State on Friday, Oct. 29, and then lost against Dixie State on Saturday, Oct. 30. They are currently in third place in the Pac West.

Local r u n n e rs ta ke p a rt in G u n s t o ck r a c e Triathlon Club’s half marathon proves to be a great race for both BYU-Hawaii runners and some of the island’s best.

A large group of runners lined up for the start at Gunstock Ranch on Saturday, Oct. 30. Lacey Krout, a junior in business from Idaho, felt that participation from nonstudents was a mark of success. “I was surprised to see that there were a lot of runners

from all over the island. It made me excited for the ‘Great Aloha’ run.”

The winner of the race was Matthew Stevens, a former cross-country runner for Hawaii Pacific University.

“It was great to see a lot of participants from the community,” said Matthew Gulden, a senior in computer science from California and a member of BYUH’s crosscountry team. “I made a new friend [Matthew Stevens], and it was really fun.”

Gulden completed the run soon after the winner, but did not place because

Women’s volleyball team members use teamwork to make a block.

Photo by Meghan Harrison

tion they bring to the court.”

BYUH now has a record of 13-7 overall and 10-3 in the PacWest. The Seasiders now rest in the third place in the Pac West behind UH-Hilo and Hawaii Pacific.

- JESSE M AN SC ILL & BLAKE BAXTE R

he did not officially enter the race. Michelle Stevens, a business major and team member, said, “Cross-country team members have to be careful about entering individual races. If we place and accept a prize we can lose our amateur status.”

Krout laughed about Coach Kaluhiokalani’s way of insuring none of his runners were put in jeopardy. “Coach ‘K’ was joking around at the finish line standing in our way so we wouldn’t cross,” she said.

-KE LSE Y E LDE R

A variety of runners participated in the recent Gunstock Ranch half marathon and 5K run. Photos by Sam Sukimawa

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Rare Blood Disease Takes life of Mongolian Student “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. I have been called of him to declare his word among his people, that they might have everlasting life.”

-3 Nephi 5:13

This was the scripture painted on a wall of the apartment Gantuya Ganbat (“Gana”) shared with cousins she described as more like sisters.

Since that time, Gana has since passed away due to a rare blood disorder on Tuesday, Oct. 26. Gana was serving as a Relief Society President for the BYUH 19th ward along with working at the PCC.

Her memorial service was held on Saturday, Oct. 30. From behind the pulpit, friends and family described a young woman who exemplified this verse.

Cameron Pitt, her boyfriend and would-be fiancée, told a fairytale he’d been writing for her in which the young Gana, gifted with happiness, was destined to share that gift with others. He explained that Gana was missionary-minded. She had once called him from the airport and told him about a woman she’d met on the plane. Gana expressed her great desire to see that sister find the gospel.

Bishop Steven Tueller, who served as Gana’s bishop at BYU-Hawaii, echoed the belief that Gana’s mind was on serving others. He was once off-island and unable to help a sister in their ward who was in need.

Tueller told his wife, Laurie, to call Gana. He spoke confidently, “She’ll know what to do.”

Sister Tueller was particularly fond of Gana. She recalled an occasion when Gana befriended her teen-age son and even asked him for help as she prepared a lesson for kids near his age. “Gana truly made everyone feel welcome,” she concluded.

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Yet it was Gana’s mother who benefited from her serving nature most of all.

Sister Ganbat was a product of her daughter’s example of righteousness. Gana was the first in her family to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Many of her relatives, including her mother, followed her example and joined the church later.

With some translation assistance from a Mongolian student, Sister Ganbat said, “I don’t understand. But I know the Lord has a plan.”

- Gabriell Sabalo nes

“Ganaa is a wonderful girl; truly an example of love and kindness. She has left a legacy.”

- Tsatsral Enkhtuvshin Friend “No one could have anything bad to say about her. She was probably the closest to a perfect person that I knew.

She was a true missionary, and she was someone who truly cared about others. “ - Cameron Pitt Boyfirend “Sister Gantuya was always diligent in serving the Lord. Being a convert to the church, she has a strong testimony in our Savior Jesus Christ, and the restoration of the gospel. I admired her faith and strength in serving the Lord. She has taught me a lot, and I will miss her.”

- Rebakah Lau Mission companion “Gana, I know that you lived everyday to the fullest and always put the Lord first in your life. Your example of service and selflessness has driven me to work on being more service oriented and selfless as well. I love you so much and will always cherish our friendship. I know without a doubt that you are happy and that you are continuing to serve the Lord. I know that we will continue to strengthen our bond in the eternities.

I love you.”

- Kohanna Languido Mission companion Gantuya Ganbat is pictured in a photo from her facebook page.

She passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 26 and was remembered at a memorial on campus on Oct. 30. Photo courtesy of Gantuya Ganbat