October 31, 2013 Ke Alaka'i

October 31, 2013

Ke Alaka i Volume 105: Issue 8

THE LEADER

Security Guard Run Over: Accident hospitalizes BYUH security worker 4

Musicians head to Hawaii: Oahu’s concert preview 6

‘Saratov’ debuts in Laie:

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Photo of the Week

October 31, 2013 • Volume 105: Issue 8 Editor-in-chief

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ART & GRAPHICS

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PHOTOGRAPHERs Kyoko H a s e gawa Kel si e C a rl s o n M oni ca R u ba l cava S um i k a Yo z a Pi c haya S a i s o p a

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MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISTS Rabecca Sabalones, Keryna Monson, Alyssa Walhood, Makaila Bergeson, Lisa Tuttle, Samone Isom, Matt Roberts, DeVaughn Huntoon-Jones, Samantha Spring, Lauren Steimle, Greg Erickson, Jeff Facer, Hannah Packard INTERN M a . V i s Ta g u ba

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Photo of the week: Members of the Ke Alaka’i team pose with self-proclaimed “Mardi Gras Indian” in New Orleans. The staff attended a National College Media Convention.

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ON THE COVER

Aaron Ng’ambi shares his journey from Zambia, Africa to Laie. Photo by Monica Rubalcava

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[page 10 & 11] Aaron Ng’ambi’s long jour ney from home to Laie

Share with us your photo of the week and we may feature it in our next issue.

e-mail us at kealakai@byuh.edu

[page 6 & 7] Check out the upcoming Hawaii concer t line up

[page 12] Student reviews “Saratov Approach” movie Approach” Mov ie Review “Saratov

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The BYUH women’s volleyball team will take on Holy Names at 7:30 p.m. in the Cannon Activities Center. Free admission for BYUH students with current ID and $5 per person for all other attendees.

The snackbar will be open.

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Foodfest will be from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in the Little Circle. All are invited to enjoy great food from different clubs on campus and have fun with friends.

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Come watch BYUH alumni take on Tahiti for the Asia Pacific Tournament in the Cannon Activities Center. The snackbar will be open.

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NOTE WORTHY

the week in

QUOTES

“The Fed is in the middle of a two-day policy meeting at which it’s expected to maintain its $85 billion worth of bond purchases every month. That program is aimed at stimulating economic growth by keeping borrowing rates very low.”

-Steve Rothwell, an AP markets writer, wrote concerning the economic stumulus program the Federal Reserve is expected to keep in place.

“Though we are incomplete, God loves us completely. Though we are imperfect, He loves us perfectly. Though we may feel lost and without a compass, God’s love encompasses us completely. ... He loves every one of us, even those who are flawed, rejected, awkward, sorrowful, or broken.”

-President Dieter F. Uchtdorf said in the Oct. 2009

LDS General Conference.

“Some days you can do no wrong. Some days, nothing.”

-Theo Eastwind, a singer-songwriter and full-time subway performer. Eastwind’s best year was when he made $80,000 as a street performer in New York and in his worst $15,000.

Students return to Sparks Middle School after the shooting, which left 45-year-old Michael Landsberry dead and two 12-year-old students wounded. Photo by AP

12-year-old boy kills teacher, wounds 2 students Terror struck in Nevada as a 12-year-old boy opened fire with a semi-automatic handgun at his middle school on Oct. 21. The boy wounded two students and shot and killed a teacher before taking his own life.

Rebecca Antivilo, a freshman in business management from Chile, said, “I think it’s sad that kids are not learning to deal with their problems and seeking drastic measures to solve them. Kids are growing up with so much violence in video games, music and movies that they become immune to it.

It’s sad that now we have 12-year-olds shooting others and then committing suicide.”

Michael Landsberry, an ex-marine who taught math and coached basketball and soccer, was fatally shot by the boy Jose Reyes.

Reyes had recently moved to a new home a month before. He was known as a quiet, but normal 12 year old boy. He liked soccer, roding his bicycle around the neighborhood, playing violin and was a big fun of video game, “Call of Duty.”

Those who knew Reyes said Reyes had friends, but not many. “He didn’t seem

to be a loner,” said one student. However, as reporters asked several students if they knew Reyes, almost all admitted that they did not know who he was.

Toby Redd, a senior in finance from Washington, said, “I think that we see an increase in violence and other really messed up stuff because kids see it so much in the media. Kids nowadays are more desensitized than they ever have been and it just continues to escalate.”

Part of the investigation is a look into the anti-bullying video shown to students earlier in the month, which depicts a child taking a gun on a school bus to scare bullies, said school officials.

A public memorial service with full military honors is to be held for Landsberry on Nov. 3 at a Sparks church. One unidentified veteran left the U.S. Navy Medal for Meritorious Service he earned in Iraq, with a note that read, “You deserve the Medal of Honor in my book.”

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Campus Security Guard struck by vehicle

The BYUH Security office (upper left) responded to an urgent call Oct. 17 in front of the CAC. Photo by Monica Rubalcava. Mathoni McCormick (top right) poses with his wife, Rita. McCormick (top bottom-right) is expected to make a full recovery at the Queen’s hospital in Honolulu.

Photos courtesy of Rita McCormick

‘Miracle McCormick’ expected to make full recovery

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t approximately 6:56 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, an unidentified individual hit and proceeded to run over with his car BYU-Hawaii Security Guard Mathoni McCormick in front of the Cannon Activities Center.

Director of Campus Security and Safety Roy Yamamoto said a call to the Security dispatcher’s office on campus notified McCormick to check out a suspicious Toyota Prius reportedly driving around campus harassing girls.

As McCormick approached the vehicle, he found the man sitting in his car smoking and saw what looked like an open alcoholic beverage, reported Yamamoto.

McCormick then radioed the HPD dispatcher when the suspect refused to leave. The suspect overheard the transmission to HPD and immediately tried to drive off, clipping McCormick’s leg and causing him to fall on the ground.

McCormick said, “[The suspect] immediately shifted the car into ‘Reverse,’ and started trying to back up even though the Security Truck was parked directly behind him. He backed up probably 6-10 inches before stopping; this put me almost directly next to the wheel.”

He added, “The spinning wheels grabbed onto my clothes and yanked me fully beneath the wheels, turning me over onto my stomach in the process. I felt the car drive up onto my torso, and I felt like I was being squeezed like a tube of toothpaste. Each second the pressure felt more and more intense and it felt like I was slowly being crushed flat. All I wanted to do was scream out for help, but no matter how hard I tried I could not inhale any air or exert any sound.” The incident landed McCormick in the hospital, but he is expected to make a full recovery.

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Stephen Smith, a sophomore in EXS from California, was just leaving his class when he witnessed the incident and saw a student pulling the driver from the car. He helped lift up the Prius and pull McCormick out from the underneath the car. Smith said, “I looked inside of the car and thought that someone else might be in there, but it was just stuff.”

Once the police arrived, it took six officers to detain the driver. An ambulance and fire truck soon arrived and took McCormick to Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu, while the squad car took the suspect to the police station in Kaneohe.

Yamamoto rushed to the hospital and gave his injured colleague a priesthood blessing. “I always carry consecrated oil with me,” Yamamoto said. “I asked him if he wanted a blessing, so I gave him a blessing and he felt better.”

Shortly after, McCormick’s wife, Rita, arrived at the hospital. A CT scan revealed no broken bones or internal injuries, but doctors did find a small hairline fracture at the base of his neck, which is not expected to be problematic.

McCormick is now at home recovering said his wife. He will have a check-up appointment in a few weeks and then hopes to be released and resume his full time job at the State Attorney General’s office and on-call Shift Supervisor at the BYUH Security Office.

Adam Eastburn, a junior in fine arts from California, remarked, “I think it’s courageous for a man who takes on great responsibility to stand in the line of duty.”

McCormick added, “I will always cherish that short priesthood blessing administered in the ER of Queen’s Medical Center that night. And I will always believe in miracles.”

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Religious Freedom Hawaii Marriage Equality

Experts say that LDS temple marriages will probably not be affected if the 2013 Hawaii Marriage Equality Act passes but it will “reshape” families. Photo courtesy of lds.org

limited religious protections . . . This bill does not protect organizations related to or controlled by religious organizations, nor does it protect such organizations with reLeft: William Duncan, director of Marriage spect to the celebrations or the promotions of Law Foundation. Above: James Hochberg, President of Hawaii Family Advocates. marriage against their religious beliefs.”

Photos by Monica Rubalcava Organizations mentioned in this statement include all BYU schools. Duncan a senior in pre-professional biology from North Carolina, attended the Oct. 24 meeting began his discourse by observing that this uphe Marriage Equality vs. Religious coming bill, if passed, would reshape families on campus together and were impacted by Freedom discussion took place on in a way that will not appropriately take care the speakers. Smith said, “I was kind of Oct. 24, and featured panelists Wil- apathetic about this marriage bill until I went of children’s needs. liam Duncan, director of the Marriage Law Duncan stated, “This bill provides a to the forum. The speakers helped me realize Foundation, and James Hochberg, president very basic change in the way religious people how much of an impact this will have not of Hawaii Family Advocates. only in our own lives, but in future genera- view themselves.” He said the success of the

It was held before the Religious Hawaii Marriage Equality Act would result in tions and on our society as a whole.”

Freedom Rally on Oct. 28 at the State Capi- the government belief that men and women Roberts added, “Protecting retol. The rally was advertised and flyers were ligious freedoms is my first priority. I do are interchangeable and that those who do handed out listing frequently asked questions support equal rights, but not at the expense not believe so are bigots. and written testimony samples giving attend- of religious freedoms or the rights of small

In a nutshell, the BYUs and those ees information so they could participate of the LDS Church could potentially be said businesses.” more actively in the fight against the 2013

Roberts mentioned as well that it’s to be practicing their religion in an unlawfulHawaii Marriage Equality Act. ly discriminatory way by refusing to accept difficult to be in a situation in which both

More than 6,000 people turned that not all children have a mother and a parties can’t voice their opinions without out at the capitol in support of traditional father; some have two mothers, and some arguing—and that it’s difficult to voice an marriage on Oct. 28 outnumbering same sex opinion at all without appearing biased or two fathers. marriage advocates 20 to 1, said one of the

If the act is successful, it will not offensive to those who disagree. Regardless participants at the rally. Despite calls to let only create “equality” in marriage for those of opinions, he believes that the overarchthe people of the State of Hawaii vote on the ing principle in any situation is to love and of same-sex partnerships, but it will open the matter, the state Senate passed the bill and it respect all people. door for “equality” between those who pracis now being debated in the House.

The speakers and handouts enumer- tice polygamy and those of multiple-partner

Jerald Roberts, a senior in music ated exactly what the act is about. According relationships as well, said the speakers. from Washington, D.C., and Christina Smith, to the sheet of FAQs, “Hawaii’s bill offers - H ANNAH P ACKAR D

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CONCERT

Visiting artists include Matchbox Twent

NAHKO & MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE

8 p.m. at the Republik

Similar artists: Spiritual Musician Nahko brings his • $20 GA/$25 day of • Ages 18+ Trevor Hall & audiences to healing with his band Med• Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com Current Swell icine for the People.

NOV 13

MATCHBOX TWENTY 7:30 p.m. at Neal S. Blaisdell Concert

Rock band, Matchbox TwenSimilar artists: • $70-$115 ty, has a radio friendly post The Goo Goo Dolls, • All Ages Train & Third Eye Blind • Buy tickets at ticketmaster.com grunge and pop rock sound.

SLIGHTLY STOOPID

7 p.m. at the Republik

• $38 GA/$45 day of San Diego based band, Slightly Similar artist: Pep• Ages 18+ Stoopid fuses folk, rock, reggae and per, Matisyahu & blues with hip-hop, metal and funk. • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com The Dirty Heads

DEC 7

NOV 15

NERVO 9 p.m. at the Republik

Similar artists: Ellie • $35/$50 day of Twin singer-songwriter duo, Golding, Swedish House • Ages 18+ Nervo construct upbeat elecMafia & Ivan Gough • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com tronic dance music.

REEL BIG FISH

8 p.m. at the Republik

Huntington Beach based band, Reel Big • $26 GA/$31 day of Similar artists: Fish is a ska punk band, most popular in • Ages 18+ Less Than Jake the 90’s with a current cult following. • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com & Sublime

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ty, Slightly Stoopid, and Jimmy Buffet

DEC 14

GROUNDATION & ABYSSINIANS

8 p.m. at the Republik

• $35 GA/$40 day of Reggae band, Groundation uses only analog instruments • Ages 18+ to keep 70’s like feel. Abyssinians is a Jamaican reggae • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com group famous for their close harmonies.

JIMMY BUFFETT 7 p.m. at Waikiki Shell

Legendary “Island Escape” singer • $48 - $150 Jimmy Buffett sings humorous and • All Ages well-written songs about island life. • Buy tickets at ticketmaster.com

JAN 19

Similar artists: Jim Morris, Alan Jackson & ILO

BONE THUGS N HARMONY 8 p.m. at the Republik

Similar artists: • $35 GA/$40 day of Hip-Hop group, Bone Thugs N Harmo2 Pac & Noto- • Ages 18+ ny is a melodic yet fierce rap group and rious B.I.G. • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com have a unique style that attracts many.

THE NATIONAL

8 p.m. at the Republik Indie-rock band, The National, croons • $35 GA/$40 day of Similar artists: • Ages 18+ dark poetic songs with a deep baritone Wilco, Sigur voice from lead singer Matt Berninger. • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com Rose & Bon Iver

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DEC 14

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OF MONTREAL 8 p.m. at the Republik

Similar artists: An- • $25 GA/$30 day of Indie psychedelic pop-rock band, Of imal Collective & • Ages 18+ Montreal keeps things interesting with Belle and Sebastian • Buy tickets at jointherepublik.com quirky lyrics and funky melodies.

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Album Cover photos - nahko.com / sacurrent.com / slightlystoopid.com / ukmix.org / mtv.com / ebreggae.com / buffettworld.com / rapgenius.com / stereogum.com / popmatters.com.

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COMMENT

How to Lose a Guy

IN 10 SECONDS

From left to right: Cody Karl, Austin Choi, Sum Yeung, Robert Coburn, and Devin King.

Photos by Kelsie Carlson

Guys on talk about girls

With the disproportional ratio of guys and girls at BYU-Hawaii, some of the guys were asked what were their turn offs when they first meet a girl.

Robert Coburn

A freshman studying business management from Las Vegas, Nevada.

“If a girl is negative or pessimistic. I like a girl that can look at the cup half full rather than half empty.”

Austin Choi

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A junior studying supply chain management from California.

“Something I tend to notice is if they have a weird laugh. Too much makeup caked on is also no bueno.”

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A junior studying accounting from Hong Kong.

“I do not like if they pick their nose. I also do not like when they wear bikinis to the beach or wear too much makeup.”

Devin King

A junior studying hospitality tourism management from Heber, Utah.

“A deep voice or really big muscles.”

Cody Karl

A sophomore studying computer science from Farmington, Utah.

“I do not like when a girl has a voice that does not fit her body. Either really high pitched voices or very deep voices.”

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REACTIONS Students discuss plans for Fall Ball

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et ready to party like it’s 1929. This year’s Fall Ball dance is themed after the book and movie “The Great Gatsby,” and it will take place on Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. at JW Marriott Resort Ihilani Ko’olina on Oahu’s leeward side.

Students said they are excited for this semester’s theme but are not happy with the price of admittance. Natalie Nazer, a senior in peacebuilding from California, said, “I love the theme.

I’ve always loved ‘20s attire and would wear a vintage dress from the ‘20s and love every second of it. That’s the main thing that entices me to go. But it’s so expensive. Unfortunately I won’t be going this semester.”

The pricing for this semester’s ball is $50 per student looking to attend both the dance and the dinner and $30 for those who are skipping out on the dinner. If you’re going as a couple, just double the rates.

“We’re definitely not going. We’re poor college students and not willing to pay that price. And to say that we have to ride the shuttle down there is ridiculous. I understand they are trying to keep us safe, but I feel like they can’t make that mandatory,” said Cherisse Lemon a senior in vocal performance from Oregon.

According to BYUHSA, the purpose of the shuttles is to help ensure that all students make it down town to the venue safely. By having students take designated buses to and from the ball, they feel it will be safer than having so many different vehicles packed with student heading all the way to the south side of the island. The price of transportation is included it the ticket, said a worker at the Front Desk, and there are three departure times. Students can choose to drive themselves but the ticket prices for them are the same as if they took the shuttle.

Ho’oulu Cabrinha, a former student from Hawaii said he would only be going now if his girlfriend forced him to. “It’s ridiculous to charge that much for a fall ball. I wouldn’t pay that price,” he said.

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Great Gatsby Logo Graphic Courtesy of ‘Like Minded Studio’ Behance Portfolio Project.

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Aaron Ng’ambi has chased his dreams halfway across the globe to BYU-Hawaii, but he hopes to take his experiences as a Seasider back to Africa to help his people as a government worker.

Photo by Sumika Yoza

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A Long Way From Home Aaron Ng’ambi of Zambia chases his dreams to BYU-Hawaii

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unior Aaron Ng’ambi couldn’t be further from home. The political science major is the only student on campus from Zambia, Africa, and the first from his country to attend BYU-Hawaii. As a matter of fact, Hawaii is the furthest possible place on the earth from Zambia, at roughly 12,000 miles away. Despite the distance from home, a life full of unique experiences has helped Ng’ambi excel on campus.

Ng’ambi and his family are from a small town called Kalulushi, similar to Laie, where most people know each other. “I knew all the kids I went to school with. It was fun playing street soccer and hanging out with friends after school hours,” Ng’ambi recalled. But life in Kalulushi was not always easy. “I had friends that dropped out of school because their parents could not afford school fees anymore.

These struggles became my struggles in a way, because I quickly rose to a sense of reality of the things going on around me.” These humbling experiences prepared Ng’ambi to later join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

“I had friends that dropped out of school because their parents could not afford school fees anymore.

These struggles became my struggles in a way...”

The Ng’ambi family’s first interaction with the church came through Aaron’s sister. She met the missionaries when she moved to Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia — a six hour drive away. She went to Lusaka for college where she met the missionaries, participated in lessons, and was baptized. When she returned home, she looked up the closest LDS Church. “My Dad and I went with her to church, getting on two buses. It was an interesting experience and the doctrine was totally new. Out of curiosity, my Dad invited the missionaries over and we started taking the lessons from them.”

The entire family was baptized and several members of the family soon went on missions. Ng’ambi’s sister was the first, serving in Durban, South Africa. Ng’ambi followed his sister’s footsteps and served in the Zimbabwe Harare Mission. “While serving, I was fortunate enough to be transferred to my home country for three months, becoming the first Zambian missionary to serve in Zambia.

Like his older sister, Ng’ambi’s younger brother is currently serving in Durban.

Ng’ambi first heard of BYUH while on his mission. “I met an amazing missionary from Zimbabwe that left for school in Hawaii, just after finishing his mission. I applied to BYUH and got accepted, and am the first Zambian to attend BYUH as far as I know.”

Now, over half way through college, Ng’ambi is preparing for the future. He hopes to attend law school and eventually work for the Zambian government. “I would love to be a consultant to the Zambian government and other African governments on constitutional reforms.” Meanwhile, Ng’ambi is affiliated with the BYUH Rotaract Club, a club he helped establish on campus. The club is a student branch of the Rotary International, a worldwide service organization that does charity work around the world. The motto for Rotary is “service above self.”

Reflecting on his path to BYUH, Ng’ambi said, “Trials in my life have taught me a lot. I have learned how to work hard and be patient because sometimes even when we are doing what we are supposed to do, things don’t turn out to be what we expect them to be.”

He continued by offering an advice, “I would encourage everyone to follow their passion, even if it seems almost likely that what they like does not offer much to the world we live in today. Happiness comes when we do what we love to do.”

Ng’ambi continues to follow his dreams, a long, long way from home.

-Gre g Erickson

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Modest Makeover

Sewing center helps students alter clothes and hone tailoring

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YU-Hawaii with the help of some service missionaries, opened a new sewing center, located at the Cannon Activities Center room 240, to help students create more modest clothing. The center is open six days a week from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., said Alpha Harper, a volunteer missionary.

Jolene Smith, a service missionary at the PCC, said, “It’s a need. I do have a great passion for sewing and clothing. There is such a need in the world for modesty. You can improve what you buy and make them modest.”

Harper commented, “My heart and soul is in here to help everybody. It is hard as a student when you get here and maybe your clothes don’t match up to the Honor Code because it’s a strict one, but it’s worth it. The Lord’s blessings will come.”

The sewing center has six sewing machines and work stations for students to use for their personal projects as well as for class.

“This is the only place where I can come and do sewing homework.

This is a place I am able to focus,” said Aurie Sorenson, a junior in ICS-communications and entrepreneurship from Laie.

After a struggle with family sickness, Sorenson said, “I’d been praying about what the heck to do with the rest of my life, and it just so happens here comes Sister Smith; somebody who knows exactly how to do what I didn’t know I wanted to do. It’s been an awesome journey. I’m so excited to be here in the sewing center.”

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Sewing is an important skill to have, said Smith, as nearly 50 percent of the world’s jobs are in textiles. After teaching pattern making and design for 35 years at BYU-Idaho, Smith definitely has the expertise to teach students sewing skills. “Hem your pants. Fix the tear in your skirt. Alter your things so they’re modest,” she said, “With your clothes you make a statement to your Heavenly Father, who really loves you.”

- Alyssa Walhood

Fabrics like these pictured above are available to help students create modest outfits. Photos by Kelsie Carlson

The Saratov Approach LDS independent film reaches Laie community to acclaim The hit new movie, “Saratov Approach,” was sold out at the Laie Palms Cinema last Friday, Oct. 25. The movie was about the story of two Mormon missionaries who were abducted and held ransom in Russia 15 years ago.

“I laughed, I was moved, and I was inspired. That made for a great movie. I enjoyed watching it so much. I think those missionaries were great examples. I would love to see it again,” said Jethro Ruiz, a senior in exercise sports science from the Philippines.

According to Utah Valley News, Director and Writer Garrett Batty, followed the story while it was happening but decided to make it into a film 15 years later. “It peaked my interest as it did a lot of people, but I followed it and kept tabs on it. I didn’t do anything about it (in the past), because I wanted to be the one to write it and direct it.”

“Saratov Approach” followed two Elders from Russia, Travis Tuttle from Arizona and Andrew Propst from Idaho. As they went into an appointment, the men they were meeting with ended up capturing them and holding them hostage for money. The story follows their journey as they were held captive for five days.

The movie is being shown all across the United States. This week it is playing in 43 locations including Arizona, Idaho and Nevada. It sold out tickets at multiple locations including the Laie Palms Theater.

“I absolutely loved this movie. I thought it was a great blend of intensity and spirituality. It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. It was a great way to feel the spirit. There were so many great lessons that I learned while watching this movie,” said Brittney McFarland, a sophomore in business from Moreno Valley, Calif.

Daniel Rusk, a sophomore in business management finance from Florida, commented, “I thought the movie was very well done. I think a wide audience can enjoy this great story. I was very touched and it had a great message of Christ. It was a great way to spend my Saturday night.”

According to an interview done with 2news, Tuttle said, “The movie is extremely accurate.“ Tuttle continued. “It really didn’t impact our live in a negative way. It never has, it’s always been a very positive experience for both of us a very teaching moment.”

-Lisa Tuttle

Stills and promotionary photos for ‘The Seratov Approach’ courtesy of DeseretNews.com and Facebook.com/TheSeratovApproach

Cary Countryman Wood Badge Certificate

“That is my Wood badge certificate. That’s the highest training in scouting. I’ve continued to serve in scouting and when I arrived back [in Hawaii] I was part of the staff for the Wood badge course in the Aloha Council and I serve currently as the council camping chair. I’m still pretty active in scouting. I’m an eagle scout with a silver palm and I’ve been active in scouting ever since cub scouting. As an adult, it’s about serving the youth and getting your training done.”

Cary Countryman tells about his journey by explaining his various desk ornaments. Photos by Monica Rubalcava.

Teacher “Stuff” Spotlight

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r. Cary Countryman returned to BYU-Hawaii this semester to teach in the Hospitality and Tourism Department. Along with his family of four, Countryman said coming back to the North Shore is “the closest to feeling like home because of the friends we have here, and being a part of the university.”

Countryman grew up in the small town of Snohomish, Wash. “My family owns and operates a bed and breakfast. That’s how I got into the hospitality and tourism industry. My father is a graphic artist so we have our own studio where we do logos, marketing, visitor’s guides. We have an art gallery and print shop that my mother runs. I kind of grew up with the whole entrepreneurship and business stuff because of all the businesses,” he said.

He earned his associate’s degree from Everett Community College in educational administration before attending Washington State University for his bachelor’s in public administration pre-law.

Countryman intended on going to law school but decided to stay and teach at Washington State while earning his MBA. He taught at the College of Eastern Utah “to make sure [he] really wanted to be a professor” and then received his PhD from Purdue. Dr. Countryman is teaching Operations Management, Facilities Management, Human Resources Management and the capstone course for the HTM Department.

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Family Photo

“I have two amazing children. Taylor is actually serving a mission right now in Japan in the Tokyo South Mission. He hopes to return here in June and wants to study computer science here. My daughter is the smart one in the family, a junior at Kahuku, but taking college classes. She’s taking Chem 105 here and she’s the top of her class as a junior in high school so she’s doing well. She plays the violin with the chamber orchestra. I have a beautiful and talented wife so I’ve been blessed in that regard. We were actually acquaintances in high school. She joined the Church in high school but we were just acquaintances. We went out separate ways. I went on a mission and she went to school. Then she went on a mission. She asked my mother to be her escort through the temple actually. We wrote each other on our missions and after our missions we got together. The rest is history! I do tell people she fell for a man in uniform because I was the program director of a Boy Scout camp and she would come visit me. On the weekends I would leave camp and we would have our dates. She fell for a Boy Scout uniform.

Disneyland Mickey Ears

“I have the standard set of ears and I have the 50th set. I went to Disneyland. Disney is the epitome of success in the hospitality and tourism field. It’s always a good example to bring up in class because they always seem to do everything really well. They’ve mastered the art of hospitality and tourism.”

Leather bound books

“That’s one of the wonderful gifts we get from the First Presidency since we as teachers indirectly work for the Church. At Christmas the First Presidency gives their employees gifts. We got the triple, the Bible, Jesus the Christ, and Hymns during my four years here. I’ve always kept them in the office and when I don’t get my scripture reading done at home I catch up here.”

Dessert Motel framed photo

“In regards to marketing and advertising, and even in regards to students to check their spelling, there’s an ad in the newspaper here my mother framed and gave to me because desert was spelled wrong. It’s always a good reminder to spellcheck my work. Maybe they meant to be the Dessert Hotel, but given the picture I think it was supposed to be Desert Hotel.”

Chinese embroidered hat

“At the University of Houston with the Conrad and Hilton College of Hotel management. We worked with a number of groups in China and I taught a number of the workshops and they gave me this hat as a gift along with a tapestry and a book.”

Best Paper/research awards

“My area of research for my dissertation was in atmospherics, so the design of hotel lobbies. I researched the influence on consumer behavior, how we can design hotel lobbies that are well-designed by the customer’s standpoint but also the employee’s standpoint. I researched the designing of lobbies that are laid out correctly with colors and furnishings so that it conveys the right message. The more proper term instead of atmospherics would be ‘service-scapes,’ how we create the settings in which service takes place. I’m one of the leading researchers in this field. There aren’t a lot of us because it really requires a lot of fields, architecture, consumer behavior, psychology, the influence of colors, even music and noise, uniforms, all those things that go together to create this service. That’s what my dissertation was on and I turned it into a paper that was presented at this conference. I basically developed a scale to evaluate hotel lobbies.

When I was a graduate student at Purdue, I did a paper on Japanese travelers and why they pick certain destinations. I won a couple awards for my research which I’m particularly proud of. These are both pretty significant groups and I was pretty surprised to win both of them.”

- Alyssa walhood

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