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December
HPU Students on Teams Placing in the Hawaii Annual Code Challenge (HACC)
Two teams with HPU student participants placed in this year's HACC: Mahi Spray, Agathon winner and 5th place overall, and Plant Hawaii, 3rd place overall.
Students in Sustainable Art and Design Course Initiate Combat Paper Program
Students in adjunct Denise Karabinus' course at the Pearl Harbor Education Center made paper from a students’ retired military uniform.
Public Health Students Participate As Panelists in Drug-Impaired Driving Conference
Bachelor of Science in Public Health students, Sofia Aguirre and Daria Parkinson, participated in a panel discussion on best practices for encouraging youth and young adult participation in important causes.
Master of Public Health (MPH) Students Train with the Hawaii State Department of Health
MPH students Desiree Tupas and Adam Swanson completed a year-long student disease investigator position and a semester-long internship, respectively, with the State of Hawaii Department of Health-Disease Investigation Branch.
Public Health Student and Faculty Member Host Be The Match Hawaii Documentary Movie Screening
Undergraduate Public Health student Daria Parkinson worked with Be The Match Hawaii and Assistant Professor of Public Health Emily K. Roberson, Ph.D., to host a screening of the documentary movie, Mixed Match.
Announcing the Winners of the Daniel Binkley Prize for 2018
The annual prize is awarded to the best undergraduate research paper in the field of world history, and this year’s winners are Emma Love, Hajar Tazi and Billy Mayer.
Public Health Major Receives COPE Health Scholars Exemplary Service Award
Bachelor of Science in Public Health senior Eunice Seet began the COPE Health Scholars Program offered at Adventist Health Castle, formerly Castle Medical Center, on August 1.
Public Health Professor Collaborates in Research with Faculty of Universities in the Philippines
Associate Professor of Public Health Christian Gloria, Ph.D., presented his current research on the "Risks and Resilience of Filipino Immigrants in Hawai‘i," serving as a guest lecturer in November at top universities of the Philippines.
Applications Being Accepted for the John Heckathorn, Ph.D., Internship Award
The deadline to apply for the John Heckathorn, Ph.D., Internship Award is January 15, 2019.
Graduate Valedictory Speaker Named for Fall Commencement Ceremony
Anette Nystrøm named Graduate Valedictory Speaker
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for Fall Commencement Ceremony
Kandace L. Morrell named Fall 2018 Valedictory Speaker
Perkins + Will Architect Profile
Perkins+Will has been engaged for space planning, design and construction administration for the build out of the College of Natural and Computational Sciences at Waterfront Plaza and to develop plans for the College of Health and Society and the one-stop student service center at Waterfront Plaza.
G70 Architect Profile
G70 has been engaged for space planning and design of the College of Professional Studies and executive offices at Pioneer Plaza. They will also provide space planning for the consolidated library, classrooms and the College of Liberal Arts at Waterfront Plaza.
Chinese Journalists Visit with Students in Contemporary China Course
Professors Marc Jason Gilbert, Ph.D., of the College of Liberal Arts and James Corcoran, Ph.D., of the College of Professional Studies arranged for five journalists from China to visit Gilbert’s International Studies course, Contemporary China.
November
HAWAI‘I PACIFIC UNIVERSITY WINS PRESTIGIOUS COLLEGIATE PROGRAMMING CONTEST
HAWAI‘I PACIFIC UNIVERSITY WINS PRESTIGIOUS COLLEGIATE PROGRAMMING CONTEST
Q&A with HPU's Fall Commencement Speaker
CEO of Elemental Excelerator Dawn Lippert will deliver the Hawai‘i Pacific University Fall 2018 Commencement keynote address.
Kawika Haglund, MDiv., Joins HPU As the University’s Chaplain
Pastor Haglund is here to partner with students, faculty and staff for their spiritual flourishing by connecting them to local congregations, assisting in weekly chapel services and meeting one on one.
Public Health Students Attend Hawai‘i Public Health Association (HPHA) Annual Meeting
The Public Health Club, led by Rachel Gonzales, sponsored 15 Public Health students and club members to attend the HPHA 2018 Annual Meeting.
Students from the Public Health Department Volunteer at the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Public Health students, led by Public Health Lecturer Anaeliz Colon, participated in this exciting community event.
Spring 2018 Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker: Where Is She Now?
Celeste Cravalho (BS Biology ’18) is participating in a two-year National Institutes of Health Postbaccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award program in Bethesda, Maryland.
HPU United Nations Club (UNC) to Attend the National Model United Nations (NMUN) Conference in Xi’an, China
On Friday, Nov. 16 through Friday, Nov. 23, the eight members of HPU’s UNC will be embarking on a trip to Xi’an, China, to participate in the 2018 NMUN Conference.
Student Short Films to Play at Hawai‘i International Film Festival (HIFF)
For the 38th annual HIFF (Nov. 8-18), two HPU Multimedia Cinematic Production students were selected to screen their short films at the first ever HIFF competitive University Showcase.
HPU’s Professional Development Conference, Pupukahi i Holomua – United to Move Forward
The second annual professional development conference was put on by the Office of Human Resources with the contributions of faculty and industry experts as presenters.
Global Cinema Studies Students to Host Global Cinema Symposium
The Symposium is being written, produced, directed, and filmed by producers and crew from the MULT 2000 Global Cinema Studies course.
October
Project-based Learning Book Published by College of Business Faculty
HPU College of Business faculty Harm-Jan Steenhuis, Ph.D., and Larry Rowland, Ed.D., published a book entitled Project-based Learning, How to Approach, Report, Present, and Learn from Course-long Projects.
Students Selected for Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association (HLTA) Generational Mentoring Program
Hospitality and Tourism Management students Caroline Tams, Hanako Adachi, Roland Pira and Samantha Londynsky are participants of the 2018-19 mentoring program.
Pier Nine by Sam Choy Celebrates Public Grand Opening
Hawai‘i Pacific University’s Student Dining Facility Opens to the Public
College of Liberal Arts Faculty Leads Interfaith Group
Associate Professor of Philosophy and Humanities Matthew LoPresti, Ph.D., has been asked to help lead and facilitate an interfaith group that meets monthly at the Lutheran Church of Honolulu.
College of Health and Society Hosts Booth at Children and Youth Day
Assistant Professor of Nursing Ines Finin coordinated the participation of Level 5 Community Health Nursing students at the Children and Youth Day in Hawaii event held on October 7 at the State Capitol. Adjunct Kelly Green joined the group.
History Professor Delivers Speech at a Celebration of Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday
HPU’s National Endowment for the Humanities-supported Endowed Chair in World History, Marc Jason Gilbert, Ph.D., addressed Gandhi's views on the environment and sustainable living.
College of Liberal Arts Professors Attend Signing of Agreement between State of Hawai‘i and Republic of India’s State of Goa
College of Liberal Arts professors Marc Jason Gilbert, Ph.D., and Andrea Malji, Ph.D., were invited guests of Governor David Y. Ige to witness his signing of a preliminary agreement linking the State of Hawai‘i and the Republic of India's state of Goa in a sister-state relationship.
College of Health and Society (CHS) Hosts Global Healthcare Simulation Week Event
David Symonette, CHS Simulation Center Coordinator, facilitated an open house for faculty and students.
Hospitality & Tourism Management (HTM) Students Attend Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Student Forum
HTM students with Associate Professor Wendy Lam, Ph.D., attended the Annual PATA-Hawaii Student Forum.
College of Business (COB) Faculty Get to Know Freshman Business Students
College of Business faculty hosted a pizza reception for freshman COB students.
Senior Vice President & General Counsel Leads Panel Discussion, Focusing on Employers’ Support of Guard and Reserve Service Members
Senior Vice President & General Counsel Jan Boivin led a panel discussion on frequently asked questions pertaining to the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994.
Hawaii Pacific University Announces New Facilities in Downtown Honolulu
Hawaii Pacific University Announces New Facilities in Downtown Honolulu
September
Graduate Students Participate in Global Competition, Addressing Real-World Client Issues
Students Paul Hanohano (MBA), Zhengui Tan (MBA) and Marven Steve Kratz (MA in Global Leadership and Sustainable Development) received best team certificates in the X-Culture Competition.
Hanai Program Volunteers and Peer Mentors Host E Komo Mai Reception
The fall 2018 Hanai (Adopt-a-Student) program faculty and staff volunteers and Peer Mentors welcomed freshmen from their Hanai groups to a new student orientation event.
We Care Fair Promotes Health and Safety
The 4th annual fair, which is coordinated by Student Life and sponsored by the Student Activity Fee, was held on Thursday, Sept. 13, at Aloha Tower Marketplace.
HPU and the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Harm-Jan Steenhuis, Ph.D., Professor of Management, International Business, visited the BetAbram factory in Krsko, Slovenia, which has the technology for 3D printing of houses.
Residential Honors Students Connect with NYT Best-Selling Author
The Residential Honors Class of 2022 spent an hour on Skype with Lisa See, best-selling author of The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane (2017), which was the summer reading book for their Residential Honors cohort.
Thirty-six Members of the HPU ‘Ohana Participate Together in Community Wellness Walk
Mahalo to the Human Resources Department and the Wellness Advisory Committee for organizing HPU’s participation in Kaiser Permanente’s 14th annual walk and health fair.
Elizabeth Bryant Describes HPU’s Student Experience As ‘Unparalleled’
VP of Southwest Airlines University Elizabeth Bryant inspires students and families ahead of our annual candle-lighting ceremony and new student pledge.
August
Communication Professor Directs Feature Film Documentary in Italy
Peter Britos, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Communication, Program Chair Multimedia Cinematic Production, was on location in Italy this summer directing a feature film documentary.
College of Health and Society Members Present at Healthcare Conference in Singapore
Three members of the College of Health and Society presented at the 7th Annual International Conference on Global Healthcare held in Singapore on July 23 and 24.
Phan Receives Grant to Conduct Research at the National Archives
Ngoc Phan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Political Science received the College of Arts and Letter’s College Scholarly Endeavors Program (CSEP) 2018-19 grant. The grant provided her research funds to travel to Washington, DC for ten days in July to conduct archival research at the National Archives.
New Schedule: Inter-Campus Shuttle Service
HPU has improved the rider experience with: - A mobile app to track bus locations and send feedback to the shuttle provider and HPU staff - Complimentary WiFi - Bus cameras for your safety and security
Hawai'i Pacific University School of Social Work Extending Master of Social Work Program "Westside" Fall 2018
The School of Social work is immensely excited and privileged to launch our “Westside” MSW cohort program beginning Fall 2018. After much consultation the School of Social Work responded to calls made by many West Oahu and Waianae Coast social service agencies to develop a MSW program tailored to their community’s needs.
School of Social Work Launches its Master of Social Work Military and Veteran Affairs Focus Fall 2018
The School of Social Work is pleased and excited to launch our new Military and Veteran Affairs focus for the Master of Social Work degree at Hawaii Pacific University. Commencing Fall 2018, this concentration will address the needs of active military service personnel, veterans, military spouses and their families and look at some of the key issues impacting this population including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), homelessness, relocation, financial difficulties and civilian reintegration.
Simulations in the BSW Program
This year the BSW students had the chance to participate in hands-on learning experiences known as simulations. Their first simulation was a macro level experience that gave students the chance to look at some of the systemic issues surrounding poverty, while their second simulation was an individual micro experience where students practiced their engagement and assessment skills.
A Comparative Study of Factors Contributing to Substance Use: Military vs. Civilian Youth
Military children experience a unique lifestyle within the military community that classify them as a special population. These unique experiences include: separation from the active duty parent during deployment, frequent relocation due to changes in military assignments, routine changes, increased responsibilities, and threat of death or injury to the service member in the family (Park, 2011).
Qualitative Study on the Usage of Single Room Occupancies to House Severely Mentally Ill & Low-Income Homeless Individuals
In January 2018, BSW student Lavon Petersen conducted a mixed-methods analysis of the impacts of using single room occupancies (SROs) to house persons experiencing severe mental ill (SMI). SROs are the most common type of supported housing designed to house those persons whose income falls far below the poverty threshold. Thus, the intention of this research study was to develop an unbiased view on the current issues that ascend across supported housing programs for SMI and obtain the consumer’s perspective on their supported housing experiences.
Meet the New Dean of CHS!
Dean Halaevalu F.O. Vakalahi is an immigrant Pacific Islander woman of Tongan heritage, born in Tonga and groomed on the North Shore of `Oahu. Before HPU, she was a Professor and Associate Dean in the School of Social Work at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. She received her B.S. in Business Management from BYU-Hawai`i, MSW from the University of Hawai`i - Manoa, and PhD in Social Work from the University of Utah.
School of Social Work Alumni Updates
See what the School of Social Work Alumni are doing in service of the community and the profession.
Fringe Borrowing in Norway: Who Borrows and Why?
Dr. Howard Karger received a Fulbright Research Scholar award that will be housed at OsloMet University in Oslo, Norway. The goal of the research is to study the lending practices of Norway's high interest financial services and the corollary consumer experiences around accessing and paying for those services.
July
HPU Libraries Facilitates Donation of English Language Books to Peruvian Navy
Librarians Ruth Hanlon and Matthew Kanekoa and student Jennifer Anderson facilitated the donation of English language learning materials to the Peruvian Nay.
Student Member of HPU INBRE (IDeA Network of Biomedical Research) Team Presents in DC
Genardine Arizala (BSN ’14), post-baccalaureate pre-medical studies student presented the team’s research at the National IDeA Symposium of Biomedical Research Excellence Symposium.
Public Health Faculty and Graduate Students Participate in Industry Conference
Assistant Professor of Public Health Emily K. Roberson, Ph.D., MPH, along with Master of Public Health students Stephanie Buzzotta and Desiree Tupas attended the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Annual Conference.
In Memoriam: John Windrow
Department of Communication faculty John Windrow, who was recently named emeritus faculty, passed away on July 8.
Welcoming Don Takaki to the HPU Board of Trustees
Welcoming Don Takaki to the HPU Board of Trustees
College of Health and Society (CHS) Visits the USNS Mercy
Students in NUR4700, Nursing Research, along with CHS faculty and staff, had the unique honor of touring the USNS Mercy, a 1000-bed hospital ship.
June
Opitz Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Writing Announced
The Opitz Award was founded in 2016 to honor the memory of the late Dr. Andrew Opitz, Assistant Professor of English at HPU, who passed away in 2015.
History Professor Presents at the Conference on 1968 and the Tet Offensive
Professor Marc Jason Gilbert, Ph.D., HPU’s NEH-supported Endowed Chair in World History, delivered the luncheon speech at the Conference on 1968 and the Tet Offensive.
Governor Ige Signs Bill and HPU Plays a Part
HPU Chief Nurse Administrator Michelle Johnson, Ed.D., APRN-RX, CPNP-PC, a member of the Hawai‘i State Center for Nursing, was present at the Wednesday, June 13, signing of SB2298 by Governor Ige.
Sam Moku Named Acting Athletic Director for Hawai'i Pacific University
Executive Director of Athletics Vince Baldemor bids aloha to HPU
Educators Celebrate King Kamehameha in D.C.
Hawaiʻi Pacific University joins educators and elected officials in annual lei draping ceremony.
College of Business Faculty Research on 3D Printing Shared at Workshop Hosted by École Polytechnique
As part of the 3D printing research efforts by COB faculty, Harm-Jan Steenhuis, Ph.D., presented a joint paper with Tolga Ulusemre, Ph.D., and Xin Fang, Ph.D., titled “Technology Strategy and Developments in Consumer 3D Printers” at the June 1 workshop
Oceanic Institute of HPU Publishes New Yellow Tang Research Findings
Chad Callan, Ph.D., OI of HPU director of the Finfish Program, and research colleagues had their paper entitled “Development of Improved Feeding Methods in the Culture of Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens)” published.
Faculty and Students Present Research at Association for Psychological Science (APS) Conference
HPU faculty and students presented their research at the APS Conference, which was held in San Francisco from May 24 to 27.
May
Student Nurses Association (SNA) Goes to Costa Rica on a Medical Mission
Faculty advisor and Professor of Nursing Cate Critz, Ph.D., and eight members of HPU’s SNA traveled to Costa Rica from May 7 to 13 on a medical mission.
HPU Names Its 2018 Teacher of the Year
Associate Professor and Chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management Wendy Lam, Ph.D., was named the 2018 HPU Teacher of the Year at the May 10 Commencement ceremony.
Residential Honors Program Students Share Their Videos
Students in HON 1100, Exploring Hawaii and the Pacific, created short videos for their end of semester team project.
Hawai‘i Pacific University’s Hilo Research Feed Mill Now Operational
New feed mill on Hawai‘i Island aims to facilitate the research necessary to help catalyze Hawai‘i’s livestock and aquaculture industries.
Graduate Valedictory Speaker Named for Spring 2018 Commencement
Join HPU faculty, staff, family and friends to honor this year’s Spring Class of 2018 on May 10, 2018
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for Spring 2018 Commencement
Join HPU faculty, staff, family and friends to honor this year’s Spring Class of 2018 on May 10, 2018
Hawai‘i Pacific University to Celebrate Spring 2018 Commencement
Join HPU faculty, staff, family and friends to honor this year’s Spring Class of 2018 on May 10, 2018
Management Professor Presents Paper Co-Authored with MBA Alumna
Harm-Jan Steenhuis, Ph.D., professor of Management, International Business, presented a paper he co-authored with MBA alumna Anna Campmany Rosello, at the 27th International Conference on Management of Technology.
Governor Ige Honors HPU for Energy Innovation
Governor Ige honors Hawai‘i Pacific University with Hawai‘i Green Business Award
April
Hospitality and Tourism Management Students Plan Industry Event
Twenty nine students in the Special Events Management course taught by Associate Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Wendy Lam, Ph.D., worked with the nonprofit ClimbHI.
The Hanai Program Experience for First Year Students
In 2017, the Office of First Year Experience implemented a pilot program pairing Hanai faculty and staff volunteers with first year students.
HPU ‘Ohana Participates in Mālama HPU Project
About 50 students, staff, and faculty took part in HPU’s third Mālama HPU Fort Street Beautification Project, which was held on April 26.
Political Science Students Learn Outside the Classroom
On April 5, Assistant Professor of Political Science Ngoc Phan, Ph.D., and her Women and Politics course students took to the streets to examine how women are depicted in the downtown/capital district.
HPU Chairman of the Board Serves on Association of Governing Boards Conference Panel
Chairman of the HPU Board of Trustees Richard Hunter was invited by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges to serve as a panelist during its national conference on trusteeship.
English Professor Receives Literature Award
Associate Professor of English Tyler McMahon was named the 2018 Elliot Cades Award for Literature winner in the established artist category.
English Students Construct Murder Mystery Game
Students in the Gender, Detective Fiction course of Angela Gili, Ph.D., gathered in class on April 25 to present their accusations, vying to solve the mysterious death of the fictional lead editor at Pandora's Press.
Kevin Cochran
Computer Science major Kevin Cochran is a member of the HPU varsity Esports team. The University’s Esports Arena is home court for Cochran and team mates, who compete nationally while building valuable career skills.
Nicole Hoynaski
A 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association Woman of the Year nominee, Nicole Hoynaski, graduated from HPU in December 2017 with a BS in Mass Communication. Her experiences at the University and with the tennis team have inspired her to help other women reach their goals.
Randolph Goldman, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Mathematics Randolph Goldman, Ph.D., is passionate about mentorship. Goldman not only commits to preparing his students for academic achievement, he wants to see them succeed as contributors in the local community.
Public Health Student Receives Research Internship Award
Janice Hata, BS in Public Health student and member of HPU's Residential Honors Program, was selected for the National Institute on Drug Abuse Summer Research Internship Program of the National Institutes of Health.
National Student Advertising Competition Team on to Semi-Finals
Hawai‘i Pacific University advertising students are the first place district winners of the National Student Advertising Competition held on Saturday, April 14.
Debate Team Competes in US Universities Championships
The HPU Debate Team participated in the 2018 United States Universities Debating Championships held at Stanford University from April 14-16.
Art History Adjunct Publishes Research
“Copying and Theory in Edo Period Japan (1615-1868)” written by Art History Adjunct Kazuko Kameda-Madar, Ph.D., is included in Japanese Art: Critical and Primary Sources (2018) published by Bloomsbury in London/Oxford, UK.
Fujitsu Funds Research Led by Computer Science Faculty
For the fifth straight year, Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. has donated to HPU in support of research led by Yi Zhu, Ph.D., associate professor of Computer Science.
March
HPU RECEIVES $1M GIFT FROM TRUSTEE EMERITUS
Hawai‘i Pacific University receives $1M gift from Dr. Allen Zecha.
Public Health Professor Receives State Appointment and Award
Associate Professor of Public Health Christian Gloria, Ph.D., was appointed to the Hawaii Tobacco Prevention and Control Trust Fund Advisory Board, and he received the Hawaii Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers' 2018 Friend of Social Work Award.
Social Work Professor Receives Fulbright Award
Professor of Social Work Howard Karger, Ph.D., has received a Fulbright Research Scholar appointment.
Graduate Student Wins World History Prize
HPU Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies student Brent Bond won the Jerry H. Bentley World History Prize on Saturday, March 17 at Hawaii’s 34th Annual State Phi Alpha Theta History Conference.
Oceanography Professor Co-authors Research
With colleagues from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Bishop Museum, David Hyrenbach, Ph.D., associate professor of Oceanography, has co-authored a paper.
Economics Professor Presents in Lebanon
During the winter holiday, Associate Professor of Economics Ken Schoolland traveled to Lebanon.
Fresh Perspectives Published
The ninth issue of Fresh Perspectives, HPU’s online anthology of first-year writing, is published.
Short Script Contest Winners Announced
The winners of the 2017 Short Script Contest in the Original Script and Adapted Script categories have been announced.
HPU Student Participates in American Advertising Federation Career Fair
Mass Communication student, Katrina Hicks, was a representative of HPU at the AAF Mosaic Career Fair and Conference on February 23, 2018 at Leo Burnett Group in Chicago.
Mass Communication Major Honored As Most Promising Multicultural Student
Mass Communication major Mariah Castro was one of 50 students across the nation who was honored by the American Advertising Federation as a Most Promising Multicultural Student.
Dean, Libraries and Learning Commons Named
Hawai‘i Pacific University is pleased to announce Pam Lough, MLS, Ph.D., will join the University as Dean, Libraries and Learning Commons.
United Nations Club Volunteers at Global Vision Summit
HPU United Nations Club members volunteered at the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council Global Vision Summit held at UH West O‘ahu on Saturday, March 3.
2 HPU Students Named Gilman Scholarship Recipients
2 HPU Students Named Gilman Scholarship Recipients
February
History Professor’s Research Published in Book Chapter
The research of Professor of History Marc Jason Gilbert, Ph.D., on Annie Besant, a nationalist leader in India during the First World War, has been published this month as a book chapter.
HPU Participates in Tourism Day
HPU participated in the Hawai’i Lodging & Tourism Association-sponsored Tourism Day event held on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Hawai’i State Capitol.
Conversation with Dr. Ngoc Phan
A conversation with new CLA faculty member Ngoc Phan, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science.
Embracing Career Preparation at HPU
In this Q&A with HPU Director of the Career Development Center, Michael Van Lear, Theresa Freund (MA Global Leadership and Sustainable Development '10) shares the career preparation experience she gained while at HPU.
Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Receives Industry Scholarship
Senior Hospitality and Tourism Management major Adrian Boix is the recipient of a Club Managers Association of America Scholarship.
Master’s in Marine Science Alumna Publishes Research
Sarah Youngren (MS in Marine Science ’15) has published the first chapter from her thesis.
TESOL Faculty and Alumni Publish Research
Hanh thi Nguyen, Ph.D., Professor of Applied Linguistics in the TESOL Program, published with former students, Cris Vicentini and Andre Langevin, a book chapter.
HPU Participates as American Red Cross-Hawai‘i Service Partner
Members of the HPU ‘ohana took part in the Saturday, Feb. 10, American Red Cross of Hawai‘i “Sound the Alarm: Save a Life Campaign” service event.
Faculty-Staff Basketball Match
Faculty and Staff Basketball Match at Halftime of Game against Dixie State
Traffic Safety Awareness Rally Held
HPU 'ohana and Honolulu Police Department officers sign wave at Hawaii Loa location on Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Adele NeJame’s Poem Published in Journal
Assistant Professor of English Adele Ne Jame's "Grief, A Revolving Landscape," an Arab-American diaspora poem, appears in RR Beirut Literary and Art Journal, Fall 2017 Underground issue,
Alpha Epsilon Delta Raises Funds to Benefit Children
HPU's chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED), the Pre-Health Honor Society, raised funds in Fall 2017 to donate toys to the new Children's Ward at Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center.
January
John Heckathorn, Ph.D Internship Award Recipient Named
John Heckathorn, Ph.D Internship Award Recipient Named