Dean of Students

The Dean of Students is dedicated to supporting student success and creating an outstanding student experience at HPU. The Dean of Students oversees the Center for Student Life and First-Year Programs, which includes student activities, registered student organizations, co-curricular activities, first-year programs, undergraduate new student orientation, Sea Warrior Student Center, Sharky’s Cove, leadership development, spirit programs (Cheer Program, Dance Team, Spirit Club, and Sharky, the HPU Mascot), student government association, President’s Hosts program, and student life services. The dean also coordinates programs and projects, including the Student Handbook, Code of Student Conduct, student health insurance, and Rave Alert.

If you need assistance (e.g., navigating the college experience, adjusting to university life) while at HPU, please contact the Dean of Students at mmckee@hpu.edu or 808-544-0277.

Student Resources

HPU Student Handbook: A guide to the policies, procedures, and services that will help students thrive at HPU.  Students should pay careful attention to the University Policies and Procedures starting on page 44 (e.g., Academic Integrity policy, Alcohol and Drug policy, Code of Student Conduct, Network/Wireless Access policy, Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault policy, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974).

Student Health Insurance Options: Find out more information about the HPU student health insurance options with Kaiser and HMSA (Blue Cross-Blue Shield Association).

Rave Alert: Receive emergency text messages on your mobile phone.

Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act of 1974: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records.

Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Policy: It is the goal of Hawai'i Pacific University to provide the students, faculty, and staff an environment free from sexual discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual offenses. For details on policies, procedures, and resources pertaining to harassment and discrimination, click here or refer to HPU's Student Handbook.