ʻAle Poʻi Newsletter I A N U A L I 2 0 2 2 January 2022 Issue |
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Mōhala i ka wai ka maka o ka pua. "Unfolded by the water are the faces of the flowers." (Flowers thrive where there is water, as thriving people are found where living conditions are good.) ʻŌlelo Noʻeau #2178 Welina me ke aloha! Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! Welcome to the Spring 2022 semester. We are excited for continued growth, strengthened relationships, and renewed energy in the new year. Here are some updates: - Poʻi Nā Nalu Staff Hours: Poʻi Nā Nalu is working out of the Hawaiian Center Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. We encourage email, phone, and Zoom meetings, but we are accepting walk-ins. Please email us at nanalu@hawaii.edu if you plan to visit in person.
- Hulili Ke Kukui Hawaiian Center: When you visit us at the Hawaiian Center, we ask that you follow signage and protocols in place to help us all be as safe as possible. Face-to-face meetings with staff is limited when remote appointments are not possible. Hanging out, socializing, and long-term studying in the Center is not allowed at this time. For more info, contact hulilik@hawaii.edu.
- COVID-19 Vaccination Required at all UH Campuses: All UH students must be vaccinated for in-person and hybrid courses in the Spring 2022 semester, including stepping on campus to take care of business. Testing weekly will no longer be an option. Students may request religious or medical exemptions. Click here for more info.
- Ola Pono: Mandatory Poʻi Nā Nalu Orientation: Our annual orientation will be held virtually on Friday, February 18, 2022 from 9:00am to 11:30am. This year, the Poʻi Nā Nalu Orientation is themed "Ola Pono" (good health; to live well), and will be a chance for participants to learn more about our many services that will benefit them in their academic journey. Students will also get better acquainted with other PNN participants. Attendees will hear from inspirational speakers from our campus and community, and will also have a chance to win a prize! Poʻi Nā Nalu students - RSVP here.
Feel free to reach out to us! We wish you and your ʻohana a happy and healthy new year. E ola kākou! Me ke aloha nō, Greg, Auntie Kathy & Noʻi Poʻi Nā Nalu Contact Information Poʻi Nā Nalu: nanalu@hawaii.edu Greg Kashigi (Program Coordinator): gkashigi@hawaii.edu | 844-2322 Kathy Ballesteros (Academic Support Specialist): ks@hawaii.edu | 844-2347 Kaʻanoʻi Akaka (Academic Support Specialist): arianaa@hawaii.edu | 844-2323 |
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Ola Pono: Mandatory Poʻi Nā Nalu Orientation Friday, February 18, 2022 | 9-11:30 AM This year's Poʻi Nā Nalu Orientation entitled "Ola Pono" meaning good health or to live well will focus on wellness. The orientation is mandatory for PNN participants. It will be held virtually on Zoom, and will be a chance for participants to learn in-depth information about our many services, and to get better acquainted with other PNN students. Attendees will hear from inspirational speakers from our campus and community. Poʻi Nā Nalu students - click on the button below to RSVP. | | |
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Poʻi Nā Nalu Students - all events/workshops are being held virtually this semester. Please remember that you must attend at least 2 workshops to remain in good standing with Poʻi Nā Nalu. |
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Spring 2022 iKEA Workshop Series - iKEA workshops are open and free to all HonCC students
- All workshops will be held via Zoom
- On-demand workshops are also available, and can be accessed at any time. If you do an on-demand workshop, please fill out this form to let us know.
Visit https://www.honolulu.hawaii.edu/ikea to access the full list of iKEA workshops and links. |
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First Day of Instruction - Mon. January 10 - Tues. January 18
Late Registration Period, $30 Fee Add Period for open classes only; $5 fee in person, free online - Mon. January 10 - Mon. March 28
Drop Period; $5 fee in person, free online - Monday, January 17 - Holiday
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Federal & State Holiday) Last day to Drop/Withdraw with a 100% tuition refund; $5 fee in person, free online |
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Welcome Back Makana Poʻi Nā Nalu students - stop by to pick up back-to-school essentials! We have binders, paper, and other various supplies for you. Contact us at nanalu@hawaii.edu to let us know you will be visiting. |
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Loan-Out Program: Laptops, Textbooks & Tools Poʻi Nā Nalu students - need to borrow a laptop, textbook, tool, or a device like a scientific calculator or camera? Contact us at nanalu@hawaii.edu. We will do our best to provide what you need. |
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Memberships, Certifications, and Licenses Want to enhance your employability? Poʻi Nā Nalu can pay for your membership in a professional or academic organization in your field. Poʻi Nā Nalu can also reimburse you for the successful completion of an industry certification or license. For more information, please contact Auntie Kathy Ballesteros @ ks@hawaii.edu. |
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Ka Ihu Waʻa Entrepreneurship Program Poʻi Nā Nalu is launching its brand new Ka Ihu Waʻa Entrepreneurship Program this semester! Participants will meet weekly over Zoom in a small group setting to learn the essentials of starting and owning a business. Participants will produce their own business plan, and even pitch their businesses to mock investors! Space is limited. If you are interested in participating in the entrepreneurship program, contact Auntie Kathy at ks@hawaii.edu. |
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Ke Ala Noelo Internship Program Poʻi Nā Nalu's Ke Ala Noelo Internship Program is designed to offer Poʻi Nā Nalu participants an invaluable internship opportunity to network within their future professional community. Through hands-on training and professional mentoring, student interns receive relevant and rigorous educational experience in preparation for their aspiring careers. If you are interested in participating in a paid internship, contact Noʻi at arianaa@hawaii.edu. |
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FINANCIAL LITERACY Set SMART Financial Goals for 2022 A SMART goal is a goal that you can reach. For example, if your goal is to buy a new laptop, here is a SMART way to achieve it: Specific – Save $1,200 for a computer Measurable – Save $300 per month from my salary Achievable – If I cut back on eating out and online shopping I can save $300 per month Relevant – I need to replace my current computer because it is malfunctioning Time Limit – I will start saving in January and will have $1,200 by April You can apply this method for any financial goal, be it saving money, paying off a debt, or cutting back on expenses. Any questions about your financial goals? Auntie Kathy has the answers, email her at ks@hawaii.edu. |
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HAWAIIAN CULTURAL ENRICHMENT |
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Campus Resources Available Support Services |
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Career Services & HINET: Building 7, Rooms 319 & 320. Open Mon-Fri 8AM-3PM. Contact 808-845-9204 or honcs@hawaii.edu for more info. Computer Lab: Building 2, Room 405. Open Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4PM. Help is also available remotely by phone (808-845-9293) & by Zoom (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-12PM, 1-4PM | Zoom Meeting ID: 787 888 8788, Password: HONLAB). Email honcclab@hawaii.edu for more info. Financial Aid: Building 5, 1st Floor. Available Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM. Contact 808-845-9116 or honccfao@hawai.edu. Visit https://www.honolulu.hawaii.edu/finaid for more info. Hulili Ke Kukui Hawaiian Center: Building 5, Room 203. Open Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM. The Hawaiian Center Computer Lab is available for use with a max. of four computers at a time. Face-to-face meetings with staff is limited when remote appointments are not possible. Hanging out, socializing, and long-term studying in the Center is not allowed at this time. For more info, contact hulilik@hawaii.edu. Library: Mon-Thurs 9AM-3PM; Fri 9AM-1PM. Phone, email, Zoom by appt. Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM. Contact 808-845-9199 or honcclib@hawaii.edu for more info. |
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Math Lab: Building 7, Room 421. Open Mon-Thurs 7:30AM-5:30PM. Contact Glen Tengan at gtengan@hawaii.edu or 808-845-9403 for more info. TRIO-Student Support Service: Building 7, Room 309. Open in person Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM. Contact 808-844-2366 or hontrio@hawaii.edu for more info. Tutoring Center: Contact 808-845-9232 or chmiller@hawaii.edu for more info. You can also use tutor.com 24/7; available for all UHCC students. Wellness Center: Support services available via phone and Zoom Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm. To contact or schedule a meeting, email hccwell@hawaii.edu or call 808-845-9180. Writing Center: Online tutoring available Mon-Fri 9AM-3PM. To schedule an appointment: 1) Go to star.hawaii.edu/appointment. 2) Click the + icon next to "Learning Services." 3) Click "Hon Writing Center." |
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HonCC Student Basic Needs Check out Honolulu CC's Student Basic Needs list which includes links to resources for food assistance, financial help, health services, and housing/shelter assistance. | | |
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UH Emergency Aid The University of Hawaiʻi system offers various emergency grant programs to qualified students. Click the link below for more information. | | |
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HINET Hoʻōla ʻIke Financial Assistance You may qualify for tuition assistance, book reimbursement, a free monthly bus pass, uniforms, tools, workforce training, advising and more through the HINET Hoʻōla ʻIke Program! Contact our campus' HINET Program Officer Rovelyn Hermoso at 808-844-2395 or hinethon@hawaii.edu. Also visit hinethawaii.org to learn more about the program. Click the button below to download the application. | | |
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WATER-RELATED RESOURCES - Ka Wai: Source of Life: 1987 Nā Maka o ka ʻĀina video (19:21). Watch here.
- Talk Story: Ola I Ka Wai: Hosted by McKenna Maduli on Hawaiʻi News Now. Watch here.
- Ola i ka Wai: Water is Life: Kamakakoʻi video (32:44). Watch here.
- Kaʻohewai Instagram: Access here.
- Board of Water Supply Instagram: Access here.
- Oiwi TV Instagram: Access here.
CAREER RESOURCES - Employment Recruitment Sites: HonCC's list of recruiting websites for job seekers here.
- Hawaiʻi is Hiring: A resource for Hawaiʻi jobs, training, and internships. Access here.
- Hawaiʻi Career Pathways: A career pathway explorer tool. Access here.
FOOD ASSISTANCE - SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Get more info and apply here.
- Hawaiʻi Foodbank: Find a food distribution site near you here.
- Kaukau4keiki: Apply for nutritious after school meals for keiki here.
HOUSING & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - Emergency Rental Assistance Program: Access relief for renters & homeowners here.
- OHA's Emergency Financial Assistance Program: Access financial assistance here.
- CNHA Rent Relief: See if you are eligible for CNHA's rental relief program here.
- The Salvation Army: Access rent and utility assistance here.
- HCAP: Access services in employment, education, tax assistance and more here.
- Hawaiʻi Community Assets: Access housing and financial counseling, tax & FAFSA preparation assistance, and technical assistance here.
HAWAIIAN CULTURAL RESOURCES - Wehewehe Wikiwiki: A Hawaiian language dictionary website & app. Visit here.
- Kaniʻāina: Digital Hawaiian language audio recordings of native speakers here.
- ʻŌiwi TV: Hawaiian- and community-based multimedia content here.
- Kaʻiwakīloumoku: Hawaiian & Pacific moʻolelo, mele, recipes, videos, and more here.
- Kanaeokana: Hawaiian educational resources here.
- Ulukau: A Hawaiian electronic library. Access here.
WELLNESS RESOURCES |
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Scholarship Opportunities |
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- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Complete your FAFSA by March 1, 2022. APPLY HERE. Contact Financial Aid at honccfao@hawaii.edu or 808-845-9116 if you need assistance with your FAFSA.
- UH Common Scholarship: Now available for the 2022-2023 academic year. Deadline is March 1, 2022, 4:00 PM. APPLY HERE.
- Hawaiʻi Community Foundation: Deadline is January 31, 2022, 4:00 PM. APPLY HERE.
- OHA Scholarship List: See a complete list of Native Hawaiian scholarships HERE.
- ALU LIKE, Inc. Hana Lima Scholarship: For vocational and technical education majors. APPLY HERE.
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Kilohana Student of the Month Hemolele Kaawa Major: Occupational & Environmental Safety Management |
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Tell us about yourself. Aloha! My name is Hemolele Kaawa, and I am from Nānākuli. I currently attend Honolulu Community College, and am in the Occupational Environmental Safety Management program. I will be the first in my ʻohana to be graduating with an Associates in Science degree in Spring 2022. I am part of ASSP (American Society Safety Professionals), WISE (Women in Safety Excellence) and PTK (Phi Theta Kappa). I also have been able to obtain multiple certificates such as my OSHA 40, Scaffold, Fall Protection, Hazwoper 40 and more. I will be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety with Eastern Kentucky University. I am currently interning with HIOSH, Hawaiʻi Occupational Safety and Health Division, which is part of the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations. Part of my career goals is to be employed with Federal OSHA here in Hawaiʻi and work with the military on safety within the workplace including the environment. What are your future plans? My future plans are to graduate with my AS degree, finish my onboarding process and orientation to Eastern Kentucky University, and then apply to start my Safety Training Supervisor licenses. Where do you see yourself in ten years? In the next ten years, I see myself working for Federal OSHA and ensuring that the military and state make the proper ethical choices for the safety and health of all communities. How has Poʻi Nā Nalu helped you through your academic journey at HonCC? Throughout my academic journey Poʻi Nā Nalu has been my foundation and pillar towards my success. Their consistent support, guidance, and encouragement has helped me to excel to unimaginable heights in school and my career, from financially aiding me with books and supplies to helping me obtain certifications to fulfill my resume needs. They have even humbled me as a Hawaiian to remain firm in culture and values. Anything else you want to add? To the student that finds their journey difficult, remember “you are resilient, have trust in yourself and the process. God gives his toughest battles to his strongest warriors.” |
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Alumni Spotlight Michelle Perez Graduation: Spring 2019 - AS in Occupational & Environmental Safety Management |
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Tell us about yourself. My background is something of a Scarface movie but minus the guns (lol). The lifestyle I had was something I overcame. I was hooked on drugs and everything that came with it. I did this for a third of my life at the time and decided to end this brutal cycle of insanity. I got clean and became stagnant in my life, meaning I wasn't pushing my potential in ways that I knew I could have. I was a fishcutter at the time for 6 years, and decided to go back to school to get a degree in Safety and Health. In my head, I wanted to work smarter not harder. I chose Safety because my sister had a career in it and she suggested I give it a try. What are you up to now? My life today consists of working for an amazing HR company as the Lead Safety Trainer and Development Specialist. I'm always accomplishing goals every quarter by pushing myself in learning and developing new skills to help our clients become more aware of hazards and incidents in the workplace. How has Poʻi Nā Nalu helped to influence you and get you to where you are now? Upon coming to school, I was introduced to Poʻi Nā Nalu and immediately became a part of this family. I was hardly aware of my Hawaiian side, and didn't really pay attention to the history of our beautiful islands. This organization has helped me throughout my years at HCC. Through Poʻi Nā Nalu, I was able to acquire many scholarships, which I thought I wouldn't qualify for...but I did because they pushed me to believe that I wasn't losing anything by applying, and it worked. I was able to pay for two full semesters alone on scholarships. They have helped with my confidence in knowing that I can accomplish anything with determination and integrity. What was your most memorable experience with PNN? One of the best memories I had of Poʻi Nā Nalu was summer school. We learned so many things about the Hawaiian culture, created beautiful leis, and met some amazing kūpuna that had a lot of history to share. What tips or words of advice do you have for current PNN students? The advice I do have goes along the lines of.....be open to change and ask questions! There are times when you will feel overwhelmed and out of balance. Take deep breaths and assess the situation in an hour or so; don't rush the process. Lastly, you get what you put in. |
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Find previous ʻAle Poʻi Newsletter issues on our website: https://www.honolulu.hawaii.edu/hawaiian/poinanalu Poʻi Nā Nalu is a Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program funded through a Native Hawaiian Education Program grant from the U.S. Department of Education. |
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