2017 News Articles
July
HPU ‘English for Nurses’ Program Held July 3-28
When it comes to helping others and possibly saving lives, some human qualities appear to be universal: empathy, compassion, willingness to assist, and the ability to respond in a medical emergency with appropriate skills and knowledge. But could you do this in a language other than your own?!
December
Valedictory Speakers Named for Fall 2017 Commencement
William "Billy" Mayer and Mariko Westbrook will represent the class of fall 2017.
Hawai‘i Pacific University to Celebrate Fall 2017 Commencement
Join HPU faculty, staff, family and friends to honor this year’s Fall Class of 2017 on December 14, 2017
HPU Team Wins Prestigious Computer Programming Contest
Teams from Hawai‘i Pacific University recently won the Hawai’i site in Division 1 and Division 2 of the 2017 ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC), Pacific Northwest region, on November 11.
Esports Arena at Aloha Tower Marketplace | HPU
HPU announced the opening of the state's first collegiate Esports arena at Aloha Tower Marketplace and introduced the HPU Esports Scholarship for prospective students.
HPU United Nations Club Attends Model United Nations Conference in Canada
On Friday, Nov. 17 through Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017, HPU United Nations (UN) Club members participated in the 2017 National Model United Nations (NMUN) Conference in Banff, Canada.
November
HPU 'Ohana Takes Part in Second Fort Street Beautification Project
About 30 members of the HPU ‘ohana gathered on Thursday, Nov. 9, to participate in the second Malama HPU Fort Street Beautification Project.
Q&A with the Dean of the College of Natural and Computational Sciences
Human Resources turned the spotlight on Brenda Jensen, Ph.D., the Dean of the College of Natural and Computational Sciences (CNCS). Dr. Jensen joined HPU in 2005 as an assistant professor of biology and progressed to associate professor. In 2008, she was appointed the associate dean of the College of Natural Sciences, and in 2016 she was named the dean of CNCS.
The John Heckathorn, Ph.D., Internship Award
The John Heckathorn, Ph.D., Internship Award provides awards for the Hawai‘i Pacific University College of Liberal Arts, Department of Communication students.
HPU Senior Is One of the American Advertising Federation's 2018 Most Promising Multicultural Students
Mass Communication major and senior Mariah Castro is one of only 50 named by the American Advertising Federation as a 2018 Most Promising Multicultural Student.
October
Student Profile: Vanessa Morrison
Vanessa Morrison, who has lived in several countries, chose to study at HPU, one of the most diverse universities in the U.S. A Marine Biology major, Morrison was also drawn to the eco-consciousness of Hawai‘i.
Alumni Profile: Yashira Crespo
While serving in the U.S. Navy, Yashira Crespo (BA Justice Administration ‘17) pursued her undergraduate degree at Hawai‘i Pacific University through courses on the military installations and online. She selected HPU for its military-friendly commitment.
Faculty Profile: Han Nee Chong
2017 Blackboard, Inc., Catalyst Award winner, Han Nee Chong, Ed.D., understands the importance of incorporating technology into the classroom. With her online course customization, she is changing the way students learn.
Pilot Student Nurses Association Career Readiness Workshop Series
Collaborative and Innovative efforts of the Career Development Center + president Amanda Logsdon of the SNA A Q&A with Logsdon as told to Amanda Austin, Career Development Advisor
HPU Partners with American Red Cross of Hawai‘i
Approximately a dozen HPU employees and students stepped forward to volunteer on Sept. 23 and Oct. 7 for the American Red Cross of Hawai‘i “Sound the Alarm: Save a Life Campaign” service work days.
September
Social Work ‘Ohana Participates in Overdose Awareness Event
HPU Social Work faculty, students, and alumni participated with the Community Health Outreach Work to Prevent AIDS (CHOW) Project for their Overdose Awareness Day Teach-In and Memorial, which was held on August 31 at Harris United Methodist Church.
Oceanic Institute Scientists Publish Research Results in Industry Magazine
Fabio Soller, Ph.D., Oceanic Institute of HPU’s Director of the Aquatic Feeds and Nutrition Department, and OI research colleagues, Spencer Davis, Kathleen Ramm, and Zhi Young Ju, Ph.D., published their paper, “Insects As a Feed Ingredient in Aquafeeds” in the Sept. 2017 issue of World Aquaculture.
Transitioning Traditional Hawaiian Fishponds Into Aquaculture Enterprises
Oceanic Institute of HPU in partnership with Conservation International was recently awarded a NOAA Saltonsall-Kennedy grant for $284,000 to help revitalize Hawaiian Fishponds.
HPU and Honoka‘a High Launch Virtual Classroom
Hawai‘i Pacific University and Honoka‘a High School today kicked off their new partnership that gives Honoka‘a students access to HPU’s new, virtual college-credit program.
HPU College of Business Names Executive in Residence
Mr. Akemi Kurokawa will serve as College of Business Executive in Residence beginning fall 2017.
HPU College of Business Names Executive in Residence
Mr. Akemi Kurokawa will serve as College of Business Executive in Residence beginning fall 2017.
August
Hawai‘i Pacific University and Maryknoll School Offer Associate of Arts Degree with High School Diploma
Beginning this fall, Maryknoll School is the first independent private K-12 school to partner with HPU to offer high school students the opportunity to earn an Associate of Arts in General Studies when they graduate.
HPU Welcomes Its First Doctor of Nursing Practice Class
This month, five nursing professionals embarked on their educational journey as HPU’s inaugural Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) class.
Profile on Corrie Wong
Corrie Wong is an Oceanic Institute of HPU research technician with an M.S. in Marine Biology from HPU. Her HPU story starts at the age of 10, when she met Shaun Moss, OI executive director, for a school project.
Profile on Catherine Ghourani
Catherine Ghourani, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Engineering and Engineering Program Coordinator, is at the helm of HPU’s new Engineering program launching fall 2018. The addition of this program equips students to be leaders in today’s global society.
Profile on Abigail
“I want to make a difference, and HPU gives me the opportunity to learn about marine biology and help the community in one of the most beautiful places in the world.”
HPU NAMES BROOKE CARROLL AS ASSOCIATE VP AND CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Honolulu, Hawaiʻi – Hawai‘i Pacific University has named Brooke Carroll as Associate Vice President and Chief Development Officer (CDO) following a nationwide search.
June
Associate Professor of Chemistry Receives Research Grant
Associate Professor of Chemistry Yongli Chen, Ph.D., was awarded a nearly $50,000 grant from the Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation.
Oceanic Institute of HPU Receives Hawaii Community Foundation Grant
Oceanic Institute of Hawai‘i Pacific University (OI) announces a $25,000 grant award from the Hawaii Community Foundation’s Hawaii STEM Learning Partnership for a one year program.
Dell EMC Gift Advances Technology at HPU
Hawai‘i Pacific University gratefully acknowledged a major gift of Dell EMC
Hawaiʻi Pacific University Board of Trustees Announces Chairman of the Board and New Board Member
Richard Hunter Named Board Chair and Gov. Linda Lingle Announced as New Trustee
May
Professor Horgen Named Teacher of the Year
Annually in the spring, HPU graduating students are asked to nominate candidates for the Teacher of the Year award. Professor of Chemistry David Horgen, Ph.D., was named the 2017 HPU Teacher of the Year.
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for May Commencement Ceremony
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for May Commencement Ceremony
President and CEO of Hawaii Pacific Health to Deliver Commencement Address
President and CEO of Hawaii Pacific Health to Deliver Commencement Address
Hawai‘i Pacific University Accepting Applications for its New Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
First Doctoral Program for HPU
February
Alumni Perspective: Professional Readiness through Internships
Q&A with Nathanael Howard (BSBA ’16), who interned at the State Capitol.
January
College of Business Students Present at Hawaii International Conference on Education
At the Hawaii International Conference on Education held on Friday, Jan. 7, four HPU COB graduate students, Anna Campmany Rosello (MBA) and Idilia Alves Seixas (MBA with IS concentration), Vahojeh Brooks (MSIS) and Brian Lee (MSIS), presented two papers.