the way BYUH students painted freely, socialized with students and enjoyed treats in the last student event of the semester BY ALEXANDRA CLENDENNING
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rax Tapan came to paint therapy night with his own sponges and a toothbrush to create galaxy themed artwork. He said he was inspired to create the piece because the creation of the universe amazes him. “I really appreciate the creation of outer space. It amazes me how small we are on this earth. In outer space, I believe there’s more people out there, and I believe there’s more amazing things out there, and I just can’t wait to know, explore and see its beauty.” Sydney Sears, a senior from China studying business management, organized the painting activity as part of the New Student Experience team under the Ho’okele department. She said, “One student (Tapan) messaged us before and asked about the art supplies we were going to have here at the event. … It’s interesting to see what people came up with.” She said her goal for this event was to have as many students as possible having fun, relaxing before finals and enjoying their free time with friends and peers. With finals coming up, she said she thought the students needed something more relaxing and grounding, like art. On June 9th, 2021, the hale pavilion at BYU–Hawaii was loud with music, smiling students and colorful art pieces for paint therapy night.
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