President John S.K. Kauwe III and Sister Monica S. Kauwe
University President and First Lady of Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional (April 08, 2024)

President and Sister Kauwe emphasized the importance of family and marriage in God's eternal plan. They encouraged BYU–Hawaii students to adopt proactive and principled approaches to dating, emphasizing clear communication, consent, and the necessity of personal preparation for a fulfilling marriage and family life through adherence to God's commandments.

"The foundational principle of dating and covenant marriage is personal preparation." -President and Sister Kauwe

For the full transcript, please visit: https://speeches.byuh.edu/devotionals/dating-and-marriage-lets-talk

To view BYUH's dating resources, please visit: https://president.byuh.edu/dating

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John S. K. Kauwe III, the eleventh president of Brigham Young University–Hawaii, took office in July 2020, supported by his wife, Monica S. Mortensen, and their five children. With a rich background as a BYU professor, department chair, and dean, President Kauwe is also a renowned scientist with significant contributions to Alzheimer's disease research, holding over 120 peer-reviewed papers and several patents.

Alongside his academic and administrative duties, Kauwe serves as an Area Seventy for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, reflecting his deep commitment to faith and leadership. His and Monica's dedication to family and faith deeply influence their leadership, making them a source of inspiration at BYU–Hawaii.

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