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April
Reminder: HPU@HIFF Adcard Competition Submission Deadline
The deadline for the competition is Friday, April 26, 5 p.m., and all HPU students are welcome to enter.
First Look Mixed Media Festival Poster Contest Winner Announced
Congratulations to Angeleyh Pasco, Multimedia Cinematic Production major, who is the winner of the contest.
Cinematography Workshop Students Create Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Film
Multimedia Cinematic Production students wrote, produced and directed a 10-minute short film for the MDA.
College of Health and Society (CHS) Students and Faculty Take Part in Medical Mission
CHS faculty and nursing students spent Spring Break in Guatemala, completing a medical mission.
Members of the HPU ‘Ohana Participate in Mālama HPU
Approximately 40 members of the HPU ‘ohana participated in the Monday, April 15, service project.
Classical Studies Students Share Their Work
Students of Professor Margo Kitts, Ph.D., in CLST 3100, Female Figures in Classical Myth, Literature, and Religion, participated in a Thursday, April 4 brown-bag event sponsored by the Arts, Humanities & Languages department.
Our Lady of Peace Cathedral Is Over 175 Years Old
Associate Professor of History Douglas Askman, Ph.D., provides this historical write-up on the cathedral, which is the oldest building on Fort Street Mall.
HPU Students Receive Hands-on Learning Opportunity through Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association
HPU students took part in a project-based learning experience, helping to organize a workforce development workshop.
HPU Launches a Guaranteed Internship Program
HPU Launches a Guaranteed Internship Program
Executive Director of Oceanic Institute Shaun Moss, Ph.D. Participated in 5th Bengal Global Business Summit
Executive Director of Oceanic Institute Shaun Moss, Ph.D. Participated in 5th Bengal Global Business Summit
Master of Public Health Alumna Desiree Tupas
Master of Public Health Alumna Desiree Tupas Selected for California Epidemiologic Investigation Service Fellowship Program
Twenty-three HPU Students Participate in the Kakehashi Tomodachi Inouye Scholars Program
Twenty-three HPU students embarked on an all-expenses-paid trip to Japan thanks to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
College of Business Students Complete Project Management Certification Exam Preparation Course
Four College of Business students received Certified Associate in Project Management Institute exam preparation certificates.
Career Development Center Advice: How to Address Red Flags during the Interview
In this article by Senior Career Advisor Ryan Tin Loy, he covers general strategies and techniques for people to be aware of during job interviews.
Men’s Basketball Team Supports ‘No Vape’
The Sharks joined the Hawaii Public Health Institute at the State Capitol, rallying against the target marketing of vape products to youth.
March
Students Participate in Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society State Conference
Three students took away three of the top prizes for their papers presented at the Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society State Conference.
College of Health and Society (CHS) Students Participate in Winter Cultural Exchange Trip
CHS students from the Nursing, Public Health and Social Work programs traveled to Japan and Vietnam from Dec. 19 to Jan. 5, participating in the inaugural HPU Inter-professional Education Cultural Exchange Trip.
TESOL Students and Faculty Participate in Conference
Five TESOL students and Professor of Applied Linguistics Hanh thi Nguyen, Ph.D., presented at the annual Hawaii TESOL conference.
Hawai‘i Pacific University Advances on Planned PsyD Program
Hawai'i Pacific University is moving forward with plans to offer a full, accredited doctorate in psychology (PsyD) program in the wake of the sudden shutdown of Argosy University, whose Hawai'i campus had provided the state’s only PsyD program to date.
Professor of Applied Linguistics Co-edits Book on Conversation Analysis
Professor Hanh thi Nguyen, Ph.D. (TESOL) co-edited "Conversation Analytic Perspectives on English Language Learning, Teaching and Testing in Global Contexts,” which was recently published.
Honors Class Explores Oahu’s Waste Stream and Sustainable Waste Futures
Residential Honors Program sophomore students in the HON 2200 “Plastic Fantastic?” course studied Oahu’s waste stream by participating in the Honolulu City & County’s “Opala Tour.”
Hawai‘i Pacific University welcomes Argosy transfers, provides bridge for vital doctoral program
Hawai‘i Pacific University welcomes Argosy transfers, provides bridge for vital doctoral program
Assistant Professor of Music Alec Schumacker, D.M.A. Won World Projects Composition Contest
Joining with renowned composers from across the globe, Alec will perform his composition at a summer festival, forging new connections and opportunities to collaborate.
OI Mullet Release at Waikiki Aquarium in Honor of Earth Day
OI-donated striped mullet fish get released by Waikiki Aquarium in its annual Earth Day festivities, symbolizing the importance of preserving Hawai‘i’s environment.
Senior Vice President Recognized with ‘Women Who Mean Business’ Award
Senior Vice President and General Counsel Jan Boivin is among the distinguished businesswomen named a 2019 “Women Who Mean Business” awardee.
Career Development Team Selected to Present Annual ‘All Association of Colleges and Employers' Webinar
The HPU team delivered their presentation entitled 'Delivering Career Development to a Diverse Student Population: Programming That Supports Every Student’s College-to-Career Transition.'
McKee and Boivin Provide College Campus Safety Training to Kamehameha High School Seniors
Their training session addresses campus safety generally as well as street-smart safety tips.
Nate Lingard Named Facilities Operations Manager
Effective March 1, 2019, Lingard has accepted the position of facilities operations manager.
February
Avoiding Emotional Triggers during a Job Interview
Learn tips for making a good impression on a potential employer in this article by HPU's Career Development Coordinator.
HPU Student Veterans Association (SVA) Represented at National Conference
Four student veterans and the Assistant Director of the Military and Veterans Center, representing HPU's Student Veteran Association, attended the 2019 Student Veterans of America National Conference in Orlando, Florida, from Jan. 3 through 5.
Navy Commander and Foreign Policy Advisor among the Guest Speakers for International Relations Class
CDR Jonathan Odom from the Daniel K Inouye Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies and Du Tran, career foreign service officer, US Department of State, and deputy foreign policy advisor, headquarters, US Indo-Pacific Command led discussions with international relations students at Hickam Air Force Base.
English Major Places Poem in Prestigious National Anthology!
Nyna Dies’s poem "clenched fist and honeycomb" was selected for inclusion in the 2019 issue of plain china: Best Undergraduate Writing.
College of Business Professor Leads Research on Asymmetric Impact of Decision Making in Marketing
Assistant Professor Ji Mi Park, Ph.D., has recently published two articles in leading marketing journals.
Faculty and Staff Support Fin Week and Display Their Hoop Skills at the Annual Faculty and Staff Basketball Game
Over 30 faculty and staff teamed up to build camaraderie, playing in a semi-competitive halftime basketball match at halftime of the HPU versus Dominican men's basketball game held on Wednesday, Feb. 6.
Smithsonian Institution Visits HPU, Presenting Internship and Career Opportunities
Smithsonian Institution representatives visited HPU to present internship and career opportunities for HPU students.
Hawaiʻi Pacific University and Young Brothers Provide Project-Based Learning Opportunities for Students
HPU business students to gain career experience working alongside Young Brothers employees on projects to address challenges and opportunities unique to the local company
First Look Poster Competition: Open to All HPU Students
The Multimedia Programs have announced the 2019 First Look Mixed Media Festival Poster Design Competition.
January
Staff Council Honors Director, Center for Academic Success
Lisa Ishikuro, director, Center for Academic Success, was named the Fall 2018 Ke Kaukahi individual recipient honoree.
Staff Council Recognizes the Contributions of Information Technology Services
Information Technology Services is the Fall 2018 department recipient of the Ke Kaukahi recognition of excellence.
HPU Libraries Offer 24/7 Chat Service
HPU Libraries offer a 24/7 virtual reference service to support students, faculty and distance education programs.
Students from McKinley and Roosevelt High Schools Win $15,000 Scholarship from HPU
McKinley and Roosevelt students take home victory at Hawaiʻi's inaugural eSports Scholarship Tournament
Spring 2019 Commencement to Be Held on May 9
HPU's Spring 2019 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 9, 5 p.m., at Neal Blaisdell Arena.
An Introduction to Title IX by Our Title IX Coordinator
William Sabio is the University’s Title IX coordinator. The HPU ‘Ohana This Week staff recently had a conversation with Sabio on the topic of Title IX.
HPU Names Jennifer Walsh Provost
Walsh to oversee the development, growth and quality of all academic and student affairs programs to advance the academic mission of HPU
Career Development Center Staff Present and Participate in Annual Conference
Career Development Center staff attended and presented at the Mountain Pacific Association Colleges and Employers Annual Conference.