Programs & Events

Connect with the Pacific Islander community at UVU throughout the school year with programming and events with the Pacific Islander Initiative. We bring together Pacific Islanders at UVU and within the community to celebrate our history and culture. For the most up-to-date information about upcoming events, be sure to follow us on Instagram   and Facebook  , and join our mailing list by emailing .

Annual Events

Nov

10

Week of Welcome

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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Welcome to UVU! This is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, make friends, and get acquainted with our team.

Nov

10

Soqo Nights

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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Soqo in the Fijian language means gathering! Join us at our weekly gathering for Pacific Islander students.

Nov

10

Polynesian Days Utah Festival

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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Polynesian Days Utah Festival is a community event that celebrates and showcases the rich culture and tradition of Polynesian communities. We volunteer at this cultural event to contribute to the community and provide a unique opportunity to foster intercultural understanding and make a positive impact.

Nov

10

Kanikapila

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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A music jam session to bring musicians together, showcase their skills, and create a sense of community and collaboration in our Pasifika community and for our Pasifika students here at UVU.

Nov

10

Indigenous Veteran's Exhibit

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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The Indigenous Veteran’s Exhibit serves as a meaningful way to recognize and celebrate the vital role that Indigenous veterans have played and continue to play in the armed forces. It also fosters cultural appreciation and understanding while acknowledging the unique experiences of Indigenous service members.

Nov

10

Utah Pasifika Intercollegiate Association Leadership Kick-Off

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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The Utah Pasifika Intercollegiate Association Leadership Kick-Off is an opportunity to inspire and engage members, promote leadership, and create a sense of community among students of Pasifika descent throughout major universities in Utah.

Nov

10

Utah Pasifika Intercollegiate Association Showcase

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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The Utah Pasifika Intercollegiate Association Showcase is an opportunity for Utah’s Pasifika students to gather to celebrate and showcase various Pasifika cultures to educate the broader community and foster a sense of belonging and pride among Pasifika students.

Nov

10

Fiafia Night

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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Fiafia Night is our end-of-the-year culmination event to showcase all the accomplishments of our Pasifika students.

Nov

10

MSS Graduation

Date: November 10

Time: 7:02 am

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Together with the rest of the Multicultural Student Services, we honor and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of our students from diverse backgrounds as they graduate from UVU.