Aloha e nā haumāna, We hope you enjoyed the holidays and are excited to start the new semester! In an effort to keep you updated with all of our many happenings, we will be sending out our Monthly newsletter at the beginning of each month. Issues will include: upcoming event dates and times, scholarship information, internship opportunities, Students of the Month, and much more. * To view the entire message, please make sure to click the "view entire message" link at the bottom or view the page in a browser. |
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SAVE YOUR MONEY! Don't forget about our loan out services for Poʻi Nā Nalu participants. |
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Don't have what you're looking for? Stop by our office and fill out a Wish List by Wednesday, January 16. |
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EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND MORE! |
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Filmed in Hawaii Symphony Friday, January 25, 2019 Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall 7:00 pm |
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SAVE THE DATE Feb. 4 - 7 | Tax Prep Assistance for Scholarships with Aunty Kathy (by appointment) Feb. 8 | 8:00a - 1:00p | Poʻi Nā Nalu Orientation Feb. 21 | 9:30a - 10:30a | Poʻi Nā Nalu Career Talks: Firefighter Michele Balutski check her out here featured on Strong Opinions Loosely Held by Refinery29 |
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Mar. 6 | 10:00a - 11:00a | Poʻi Nā Nalu Hāʻehuola Health & Wellness Series: Meditation Workshop with Brenda Kwon Apr. 5 | 9:00a - 12:00p | Sailing Day with Kaiulani Murphy |
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Mālama Honua Pacific Charter School SCIENCE DAY Internship hours opportunity with Poʻi Nā Nalu Contact Kaʻanoʻi Akaka, Academic Support Specialist, at (808) 844-2323 or arianaa@hawaii.edu Shift times vary between 9:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m January 25 February 8 March 29 April 26 May 10 |
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Kāpili ʻOihana Internship Summer Program 2019 by Kamehameha Schools Apply here by February 28, 2019. Established in 2009, the Kamehameha Schools Kāpili ʻOihana Internship Program (KOIP) is designed to cultivate and maintain relationships with employers statewide who are committed to providing college students with enriched opportunities to build their professional network, develop transferable skills, and create solutions to real-world challenges. KOIP exposes students to cultural experiences that contribute to the development of future leaders who recognize and embody the foundational values of our kūpuna in their communities and workplace. |
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Check out our very own Culture & Place-Based Learning Coordinator, Jacob "Hauʻoli" Lorenzo-Elarco, a Kāpili ʻOihana alumn. |
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Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science (PIPES) by University of Hawaii at Hilo Apply here by February 8, 2019. The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science (PIPES) is a university level project-based internship program housed within the Office of Research at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo. PIPES is committed to increasing the recruitment and retention of local students, especially those of Native Hawaiian ancestry, into fields of study, and ultimately careers, related to the natural resources of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific region. |
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES |
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Reminder: You must complete the FAFSA to be considered for most need-based scholarships. Apply early to get a better chance of receiving funds. Stop by Financial Aid, Counseling, or our office (Bldg. 5, Rm. 203) if you need assistance with your FAFSA. |
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College Need-Based Scholarships Scholarships for undergraduate or graduate students. Application window: October 1, 2018 - February 14, 2019 |
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Pauahi Foundation Over 100 funds for undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields. Application window: December 26, 2018 - February 8, 2019 |
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University of Hawaii Common Scholarship Application One application for hundreds of scholarships for University of Hawaii system students. Application window: October 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019 |
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KILOHANA Student of the Month |
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"Poʻi Nā Nalu has been there for me throughout my years at HCC. Although I may not have used all the resources they offered, I knew that I could always count on them if I needed to. Now that I am finished with school, I am working as a full time technician at Honolulu Ford. I hope to gain my ASE and Ford certifications within the next year to save up enough money and move out to the mainland. I just would like to say thank you Poʻi Nā Nalu for assisting me during my time here at HCC. I am beyond grateful for all that you have done. Much Mahalos." Grayson Biga AS Automotive Technology c/o 2018 |
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"Since first starting Cosmetology in Fall 2017 Poʻi Nā Nalu has welcomed me into their ʻohana. They have provided me with academic as well as personal guidance and counseling. They have been to numerous of my events (Cosmetology, Phi Theta Kappa, Star) to support me in my journey. So many resources were made available to me through Po’i Nā Nalu and I definitely took advantage of them. Resources such as computer use in the peaceful Hawaiian center as well as financial support for my training events and Honor society dues. I participated in two internships through Po’i Nā Nalu while at HCC and did a few community events. All of which has helped me be a better student, professional and human being. Now that I have completed the Cosmetology program at HCC, I am transferring to the University of Hawaii at Mānoa where I will pursue a Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art. I feel that Cosmetology has ignited my creativity and I want to continue to create! The possibilities are endless and that is so exciting. I am going to school full time and I take care of my grandmother at home. My future goals are to graduate from UH with my BA in Studio Art then I’d like to do a semester abroad in Italy next spring semester (2020) and stay the summer exploring Europe. I plan to continue my work as a Cosmetologist and eventually get my own space where I can do hair and service my clients. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Po’i Nā Nalu for helping me and supporting me on my educational journey. I would not be where I am without their Aloha and support. Mahalo nui loa!" Ruth Kaneko AS Cosmetology c/o 2018 |
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HOKUA CERTIFICATE AWARDEES received 3.7 - 4.0 GPA for Fall 2018 semester Alden Akau Knyte Bennett-Jeremiah Shane Campos Kalei Correa Kapela Davis Ruth Kaneko Kehau Kauanui-Ohia Isaac Kong Amber Lee Keala Lee Candi Mirafuentes Michelle Perez Kamalu Sakamoto Charles Santiago Aubrey Schmidt Kiri Strobel Dane Trevathan Toby York |
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Me ke aloha a hauʻoli makahiki hou! |
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Last week we said "a hui hou" to one of our sailors. Mark has been a fantastic Peer Mentor/ Math tutor for Poʻi Nā Nalu for two years. We wish him the best as he lifts his anchor and pursues his dream of becoming a pastor at Pacific Rim Christian University. You will be missed Mark! Aloha. |
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Piʻi ka nalu, hokua ka nalu, poʻi ka nalu, a pae. The wave rises, the wave crests, the wave breaks, then one arrives. |
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Poʻi Nā Nalu Like us on Facebook | Follow us on Instagram Poʻi Nā Nalu is a Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program sponsored by ALU LIKE, Inc. and funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. |
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