
Fui Vakapuna: Grateful to God
Deep Blue - Season 3, Episode 32
- May 6, 2025 6:00 am
- 49:49
Former BYU and NFL running back Fui Vakapuna was known for his tenacity on the field—but today, he’s channeling that strength into something even more powerful. Why did he choose to leave football behind and dedicate his life to helping students feel seen, heard, and valued through BYU’s Office of Belonging? Find out how Fui overcame brain surgery, learned to walk again, and is now building connection and hope for the next generation of BYU students.