Catalog
2008 General - 2009
This catalog contains general information about the program offerings at the University of Hawaii - West Oahu for the period of August 2008 to July 2009. This document is an attempt to summarize applicable policies and programs of UH West Oahu, and is subject to change. Although every effort is made to keep this catalog correct and current, inevitably there will be some changes in courses and program requirements. It is highly recommended that you consult your faculty and/or Student Service advisors for the most current information. This catalog is not intended as a full compilation of regulations, policies, or programs, and should not be regarded as a legal contract between UH West Oahu and the student. For further information, students should check with the University for details concerning other policies which could affect their specific enrollment or registration status. The University reserves the right to make changes to the policies contained herein, including changes in tuition, fees, courses and programs; to cancel classes where necessary; to set maximum limits for enrollment in certain classes; and to discontinue services without prior notice. Notice of such changes will be given when possible.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ABOUT UH WEST OAHU ................... 6
Accreditation 6
ACADEMIC CALENDAR ..................... 8 GENERAL INFORMATION ................. 8
Administrative Organization ..........................................8 Bookstore ..................................................................................8 Library Services .....................................................................8 Equal Opportunity Policy ...............................................8 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ...................................................................................9 Student Conduct ..................................................................9 Academic Dishonesty .....................................................10 Academic Grievance ........................................................10 Use of Social Security Number ..................................10 Persons with Disabilities ...............................................11
Payments ................................................................................19 Tuition Refund Policy .....................................................19 Student Activity Fee Refund Policy ........................19 Refunds for Financial Aid Recipients .....................20 Drop in Credit Load ........................................................20 Withdrawal From School .............................................20 Residency Regulations For Tuition Purposes ...20 Statutory Exemptions .....................................................21 UH Employee Tuition Waiver ...................................21
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES .................................... 29 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ................. 30
Majors and Concentrations..........................................30 Graduation Requirements ............................................31 Degree Alternatives ..........................................................33 Commencement ...............................................................33
STUDENT SERVICES AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT ..................... 22
Orientation and Communications ..........................22 Health Regulations ...........................................................23 Academic Advising ...........................................................23 Career Services ...................................................................24 Student Government and Organizations ............24 Alumni Association ..........................................................24 Financial Aid ........................................................................24 Scholarships .........................................................................24 Grants ......................................................................................25 Loans ........................................................................................25 Student Employment ......................................................26 Repayment Requirements ...........................................26 Aid for UH West Oahu Graduates ..........................26 Veterans Affairs ...................................................................26 Computer Facilities for Student Use .......................26 Writing and Learning Center ......................................27 Math Center .........................................................................27 Campus Safety and Security .......................................27 Crime Statistics at Leeward Community College / West Oahu ......................................................28
DIVISION OF EDUCATION............... 34
Learning Outcomes .........................................................34 General Information ........................................................34 Elementary Education Major Requirements (EDEE) ..................................34
DIVISION OF HUMANITIES ............. 37
Learning Outcomes .........................................................37 General Information ........................................................37 Humanities Major Requirements ............................38 Humanities Academic Concentrations .................38 English (ENG) ....................................................................38 Hawaiian-Pacific Studies (HPST) ...........................39 History (HIST) ..................................................................39 Philosophy (PHIL) ..........................................................40
ACADEMIC REGULATIONS.............. 12
Classification of Students ..............................................12 Eligibility for Admission ................................................12 Information on Admission ...........................................13 Registration Information ..............................................13 Participation in Assessment Efforts .........................15 Course Load, Credits, Grades and Transcripts .15 Deans List ..............................................................................17 Academic Distinction .....................................................17 Satisfactory Academic Progress .................................17 Academic Probation, Suspension, and Dismissal ..17
DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES 41
Learning Outcomes .........................................................41 General Information ........................................................41 Business Administration Major Requirements ....................................................42 Business Administration Academic Concentrations .........................................42 Accounting (ACC) ...........................................................46 General Business Administration (BUSA) .........42
TUITION AND FEES ......................... 18
Tuition .....................................................................................18 Fees and Charges ...............................................................18 Delinquent Financial Obligations ............................18
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Public Administration Major Requirements .....43 Public Administration Academic Concentrations ..........................................43 Health Care Administration .........................................43 Justice Administration (JAD) ....................................43 General Public Administration (PUBG) .............44 Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM) ........................44 Certificate in Health Care Administration (HCAD) .............................................................................44
DIVISION OF SOCIAL SCIENCES ........45
Learning Outcomes .........................................................45 General Information ........................................................46 Social Sciences Major Requirements .....................46 Anthropology (ANTH) ................................................47 Early Childhood Education (ECED) ....................47 Economics (ECON) .......................................................48 Political Science (POLS) ..............................................49 Psychology (PSY) .............................................................49 Sociology (SOC) ..............................................................50 Certificate in Applied Forensic Anthropology (AFAN) ................................................................................50 Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies (SAAS) ...................................................................51
Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology (CENT) ....................................................53 Culinary Management (CULM) ..............................54 Distance Learning ..............................................................54 Accounting.............................................................................55 General Business Administration ..............................55 Health Care Administration .........................................55 Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences Applied Track (BASS) .....................................................56 Early Childhood Education (ECED) .....................56 Political Science (POLS) ...............................................57 Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies (SAAS) ..............................57 Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM) ......................57 Certificate in Health Care Administration (HCAD).............................................58 Mathematics and General Sciences .........................58 Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) ..........58
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ................. 59
Accounting.............................................................................59 Aerospace Studies ..............................................................59 Anthropology .......................................................................60 Applied Science ...................................................................62 Astronomy .............................................................................62 Biology ....................................................................................62 Business Administration.................................................63 Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology .........................................................................65 Chemistry...............................................................................66 Early Childhood Education..........................................66 Economics..............................................................................66 Education: Elementary....................................................68
English ......................................................................................69 Geography..............................................................................71 Hawaiian..................................................................................71 Hawaiian-Pacific Studies ................................................72 History .....................................................................................74 Humanities ...........................................................................76 Information and Computer Science ........................76 Mathematics..........................................................................77 Military Science and Leadership................................77 Oceanography......................................................................78 Philosophy .............................................................................78 Physics ......................................................................................79 Political Science...................................................................79 Psychology .............................................................................81 Public Administration......................................................83 Respiratory Care .................................................................86 Student Development .....................................................87 Social Sciences .....................................................................87 Sociology ................................................................................88 Speech ......................................................................................89 Womens Studies .................................................................89 Zoology ...................................................................................89
BOARD OF REGENTS ...................... 90 SYSTEMWIDE ADMINISTRATION ......... 90 FACULTY AND STAFF....................... 91 INDEX ............................................ 95
CENTER FOR LABOR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (CLEAR) ........................ 52 OTHER PROGRAMS ........................ 53
Bachelor of Applied Science.........................................53 Learning Outcomes .......................................................53 Respiratory Therapy (RESP) .......................................53
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ABOUT UH WEST OAHU
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of UH West Oahu is to become a four-year, comprehensive university with an emphasis on baccalaureate education founded in the liberal arts, serving professional, career-related, and applied fields, based on State and regional needs. UH West Oahu is committed to providing access to residents throughout the State of Hawaii through its partnerships with the University of Hawaii community colleges and its delivery of distance education programs.
A MESSAGE FROM CHANCELLOR GENE I. AWAkUNI
Aloha mai kkou , On behalf of the University of Hawaii West Oahu, I applaud your decision to make our university an important part of your life today and an important step in your future. You have entrusted us with your desire to make tomorrow more successful than yesterday. It is an honor for us to accept that responsibility and provide you with a high-quality education. Somewhere along your journey to graduation, you will have challenges that, once overcome through shared experience with classmates, faculty and staff, will enrich you intellectually for the rest of your life. Make no mistake, higher education is something to be cherished and can never be taken lightly by our students or our institution. That is why you will have the benefit of some of the most renowned faculty in their fields. They have been educated at some of the top universities in our country and could teach anywhere but have chosen to teach at UH West Oahu. Our communities can take pride in knowing that we take seriously the importance of diversity, never forgetting the value of shared aloha that binds our island communities together and strengthens our families. If you are tnearing graduation this year, I wish you continued success as you complete your journey with us. If this is the first year of your college career, know that you are not alonet in your path to graduation; that all of our faculty and staff are here to ensure you obtain your degree. Again, welcome to the UH West O`ahu ohana. Have a wonderful year! Mahalo,
PHILOSOPHY
UH West Oahu provides an environment for students and faculty to embark on a journey of discovery that improves the quality of life for our citizens. UH West Oahu has moved into a new phase of growth with the transition to a full four-year university. The expanded capacity allows UH West Oahu to serve both regional and Statewide educational needs. The programs of the University are designed to be responsive to the needs of our students. UH West Oahu faculty engage in three basic types of activities: teaching, research, and service. Our faculty are dedicated to the needs of students in the pursuit of their educational and professional goals through a curriculum emphasizing the humanities, social sciences and selected professional programs. The Universitys curriculum offerings are founded on the principle that career training, the humanities, and social sciences are complementary. Students are encouraged to seek both breadth and depth in their educational experiences as well as explore relationships between and among the various disciplines. The educational programs and learning experiences are shaped to accommodate the differences in the backgrounds and aspirations of individual students.
ACCREDITATION
UH West Oahu received accreditation in February, 1981 from the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). WASC may be contacted at: Western Association of Schools and Colleges 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100 Alameda, CA 94501 Ph: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email at: [e-mail] For further information, see: www.wascweb.org
Gene I. Awakuni Chancellor, UH West Oahu
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
08-09
Academic Calendar
FALL 2008 (8/25-12/19) F Aug 15 ......................... HOLIDAY: Statehood Day T-Th Aug 19-21 .......... Registration M Aug 25 ....................... First day of instruction M Sept 1 ......................... HOLIDAY: Labor Day F Sept 5 ........................... Last day to add or register Last day to withdraw from semester courses with 100% refund M Sept 15 ...................... Last day to drop without a W Last day for 50% refund F Sept 26 ........................ Last day to file application for Fall 2008 graduation F Oct 24 .......................... Last day to withdraw from semester courses M Oct 27 ........................ Last day for instructors to submit I make up grades for Spring/Summer 2008 T Nov 4 ........................... HOLIDAY: Election Day T Nov 11 ........................ HOLIDAY: Veterans Day Th Nov 27 ...................... HOLIDAY: Thanksgiving Sa Dec 11 ....................... Last day of instruction M-F Dec 15-19 ........... Final Examinations F Dec 19 ........................ Fall Commencement SPRING 2009 (1/12-5/16) Th Jan 1 ........................... HOLIDAY: New Years Day T-Th Jan 6-8................... Registration M Jan 12.......................... First day of instruction M Jan 19.......................... HOLIDAY: Martin Luther King Jr. Day F Jan 23............................ Last day to add or register Last day to withdraw from semester courses with 100% refund M Feb 2 ........................... Last day to drop without a W Last day for 50% refund SPRING 2009 (continued) F Feb 13 .......................... Last day to file application for Spring 2009 graduation M Feb 16 ........................ HOLIDAY: Presidents Day F Mar 13 ......................... Last day to withdraw from semester courses M-F Mar 23-27 ........... Spring Recess Th Mar 26 ...................... HOLIDAY: Kuhio Day M March 30 .................. Last day for instructors to submit make up grades for Fall 2008 F Apr 10 .......................... HOLIDAY: Good Friday Sa May 9.......................... Last day of instruction M-F May 12-15........... Final Examinations Sa May 16....................... Spring Commencement (tentative) SUMMER 2009
(First Session: 5/16-7/2; Second Session: 7/6-8/14) W-Th May 20-21 ........ Registration M May 25....................... HOLIDAY: Memorial Day T May 26 ........................ First day of instruction for 1st Session Th May 28...................... Last day to add or register; last day to withdraw from courses for 100% refund M Jun 1 ............................ Last to withdraw without a W; last day for 50% refund M Jun 8 ............................ Last day to file graduation application for Summer 2009 graduation Th Jun 11 ........................ HOLIDAY: Kamehameha Day F Jun 12 ........................... Last day to withdraw with a W F Jul 3................................ HOLIDAY: Independence Day M July 6 ........................... First day of instruction for 2nd Session W July 8........................... Last day to add or register; last day to withdraw from courses for 100% refund M July 13 ........................ Last to withdraw without a W; last day for 50% refund F July 24 .......................... Last day to withdraw with a W
NOTE: All dates are subject to change
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GENERAL INFORMATION
General Information
The University
of Hawaii UH is a ten campus system of higher education institutions serving the State of Hawaii. The system includes baccalaureate degree-granting institutions - UH West Oahu, UH Hilo, and UH Mnoa, which is a Research I (Extensive), multi-college university with graduate programs. The system also includes seven UH community colleges - four on Oahu, Honolulu Community College, Kapiolani Community College, Leeward Community College, Windward Community College, and one on each of the neighbor islands, Maui Community College, Kauai Community College, and Hawaii Community College. UH West Oahu, the most recent addition to the UH system, opened its doors in January 1976 as West Oahu College. The name of the institution was changed to the University of HawaiiWest Oahu by the Board of Regents in 1989. UH West Oahu is located next to the Leeward Community College campus in Pearl City. It is located in an area that includes the Central and Leeward regions of Oahu. These regions extend from the Fort Shafter Military Reservation to the North Shore of Haleiwa-Waialua, with the coast of Waianae-Nnkuli forming the southern boundary. West Oahu encompasses nearly half of the total land area of Oahu including over twenty percent of the total urbanized land area. The composition of the population of west Oahu and of the entire State of Hawaii reflects the diversified mixture of numerous racial and ethnic groups.
ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION
Governance of the UH is vested in the Board of Regents, which is appointed by the Governor. The Board in turn appoints the President of the University, who is the chief executive officer of the Board and is responsible for educational leadership of the System. The chief executive officers of the baccalaureate degree-granting campuses and the community college system are Chancellors. bookstore.hawaii.edu/lcc. N e i g h b o r Island students participating in the distance learning programs may purchase their textbooks at the UH Mnoa Bookstore through their toll free number 1-800-842-6657 or through their website at: www. bookstore.hawaii.edu/MANOA (click on Textbooks and be sure to choose the Distance Term). ference with a librarian before beginning research is particularly rewarding. A carefully chosen collection of library materials and online resources supplements and expands the students classroom experience. Access to library staff and services, as well as books, videos, journals, and online research tools are available on the Web at http://uhwolibrary.com. UH West Oahu students are welcome at all other libraries in the UH system. A valid UH Student ID card is required to borrow materials.
LIBRARY SERVICES
The UH West Oahu library is located in the Leeward Community College Library building. The atmosphere in the library is highly personal, and the staff is available to assist students in developing library and information retrieval skills. Students undertaking research projects, independent study, or directed readings will find that a con-
BOOkSTORE
Textbooks for courses at UH West Oahu and other educational supplies are available at the Leeward Community College Bookstore. Books may also be purchased online through the Leeward Community College Bookstore at www.
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EqUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY
It is the policy of the University of Hawaii to provide equity of opportunity in higher education,
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both in its educational mission and as an employer. The University is committed to complying with all State and Federal statutes, rules and regulations which prohibit discrimination in its policies and practices, and direct affirmative action, including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, Executive Order 11246, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Titles VII and VIII of the Public Health Service Act, as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Employment Act of 1967, the Vietnam Era Veterans Assistance Act of 1974, and Hawaii Revised Statutes, Chapters 76, 78, and 378. The University shall promote full realization of equal opportunity through a positive, continuing program on each campus. Procedures have been established to handle complaints of alleged discrimination. Individuals designated to coordinate UH West Oahu efforts are: Academic Affairs: Dr. Linda M. Randall Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Student Affairs: Dr. Lori M. Ideta Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Administrative Matters: Ann Nishimoto Vice Chancellor for Administration EEO/Discrimination/Harassment Issues: Adrienne Valdez, EEO Officer, Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator & Title IX Coordinator 9. 10. 11. 12. Most recent educational institution attended Degrees and awards received Email address Enrollment status (full-time and part-time)
The rights of students under the Act include the following, subject to conditions and limitations specified in the Act: 1. A student has the right to inspect and review their own education records. 2. A student has the right to request to amend education records in order to ensure accuracy of such records. 3. A student shall be assured that, except for the disclosure of directory information, the University of Hawaii will not disclose personally identifiable information without the students consent. 4. A student shall have the right to request a hearing in order to resolve disputes regarding a students right to inspect or amend the students education records. 5. A student shall have the right to file a written complaint with the Family Policy and Regulations Office, U.S. Department of Education, Washington D.C. 20202, should the student determine that rights accorded herein have been violated. 6. A student shall have the right to waive any of the rights provided under the Act. Students are advised that institutional policy and procedures required under the Act have been published as Administrative Procedure A7.022 Procedures Relating to Protection of the Educational Rights and Privacy of Students. AP A7.022 is available online at http://www.hawaii.edu/ svpa/apm/a700/a7022a.pdf; or a copy may be requested from the Student Services Office. Students are advised that certain personally identifiable information is considered by the University to be Directory Information and, in response to public inquiry, may be disclosed in conformance with State Law, at the Universitys discretion, without prior consent of the student, unless the student otherwise so informs the University not to disclose such information. Directory Information may include: 1. Name of student 2. Local address and ZIP code 3. Local telephone number 4. Major field of study 5. Education level (i.e. Freshmen, Sophomore, etc.) 6. Fact of participation in officially recognized activities and sports 7. Weight and height of members of athletic teams 8. Dates of attendance
A student presently registered and in attendance at any campus may request that their directory information not be disclosed to the public. A student wishing to exercise this right must, in writing, not later than 14 days from the first day of instruction for a regular semester or term, or the fourth day of a summer session, inform the campus that their Directory Information should be kept confidential. Parents or spouses of students are advised that information contained in education records, except as determined to be Directory Information, will not be disclosed to them without the prior written consent of the student. The University is not required to notify students before complying with certain subpoenas. Information concerning disciplinary action may be included in a students education records, and such information may be disclosed to teachers and other school officials who have legitimate educational interests, without prior consent.
STUDENT CONDUCT
The Board of Regents of the University has approved a policy statement which establishes guidelines for behavior on all campuses. Pertinent sections of the statement are: The two categories of impermissible behavior... apply equally to every member of the academic community and includes the staff, faculty and students. Category 1. A member of the academic community may not behave toward another member, even in the name of his convictions or his rights to academic freedom, in a manner denying or interfering with another members expression of convictions, right to academic freedom or the performance of his legitimate duties or functions. Category 2. Behavior intended directly or indirectly to interfere with or disrupt the processes of teaching, learning or research or those processes or conditions furthering or facilitating these activities is impermissible behavior. An interference or disruption exists when any of these processes can no longer take place in the planned, normal, or
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
Pursuant to Section 99.6 of the rules and regulations governing the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (hereinafter called the Act), students in attendance at the campuses of the University of Hawaii are hereby notified of the following. It is the administrative policy of the University of Hawaii to subscribe to the requirements of Section 438 of the General Education Provision Act, Title IV, of Public Law 90-247, as amended, Section 249 of the Improving Americas Schools Act of 1994 and to the rules and regulations governing these Acts, which protect the privacy rights of students.
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customary form given to them by those legitimately responsible for them, or when any of these conditions has essentially ceased to exist. Processes or conditions furthering or facilitating teaching, learning or research as used in the first sequence of this paragraph include the administration of the University. In accordance with this policy, UH West Oahu has adopted a student conduct code with specific examples of impermissible behavior, including academic dishonesty, which is defined below. The code also delineates the appropriate hearing procedures, and describes the various sanctions that may be imposed. Sanctions may range from a warning, restitution where restitution is appropriate, to probation, suspension, expulsion, or the rescission of grades or degree. Copies of the student conduct code are available online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/conduct or through the Student Services Office. the instructors involved; or drylabbing, which includes obtaining and using experimental data and laboratory write-ups from other sections of the course or from previous terms, or fabricating data to fit the desired or expected results. For specific information, the academic grievance procedure is available online at www.uhwo.hawaii. edu/grievance, or may be requested from the Student Services Office.
ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE
Issues associated with the authority and responsibilities of faculty members may occasionally arise. To protect the rights of students and faculty, the University has established an academic grievance procedure whereby students who believe that a faculty member has behaved in an improper manner may seek recourse. A reasonable attempt (by phone, mail, email or in person) should first be made to resolve the complaint of academic impropriety on an informal basis with the faculty member. If the faculty member fails to respond to the students attempt to contact him/her within a ten-day period, or if a satisfactory resolution is not reached at this level, the matter should be reported, in writing, to the faculty members Division Chairperson. The Division Chair shall render a decision/recommendation for resolution within ten working days upon receipt of the report of academic impropriety by the student. Should a student decide to appeal the Division Chairs decision and/or recommendation, the student has the right to file a formal academic grievance with the Chair of the Academic Grievance Committee.
USE OF SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Section 7(b) of the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 522a) requires that when any federal, state, or local government agency requests an individual to disclose his or her Social Security account number, that individual must also be advised whether that disclosure is mandatory or voluntary, by what statutory or other authority the number is solicited, and what use will be made of it. Accordingly, each applicant is advised that disclosure of his or her Social Security Number (SSN) is recommended as a condition for making application to any of the campuses of the University of Hawaii, in view of the practical administrative difficulties which the University of Hawaii would encounter in maintaining adequate student records without the continued use of the SSN. The SSN will not be used as an identifying number on University documents. A computer generated eight digit University of Hawaii identification number will be assigned to the student upon application to any of the University of Hawaii system campuses. Although the SSN is no longer used as a student identification number, it will be used to verify the identity of the applicant to reconcile against other official documents such as applications for financial aid, determination of residency for tuition purposes, registration and academic record-keeping; tax information (e.g., 1098-T form); student affairs programs requiring verification of enrollment for the purpose of providing services (e.g., Veterans Affairs); and alumni affairs. Authority for requiring the disclosure of an applicants SSN is grounded in Section 304.2 and Section 304.4, Hawaii Revised Statutes as amended, which provides that the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii shall have general management and control of the affairs of the University. The University of Hawaii has, for several years, consistently required the disclosure of social security numbers on the System Application Form and other necessary University documents. In addition, it should be noted that the SSN of a parent or guardian of an applicant is also requested if the applicant claims residency on the basis of
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
The University is an academic community with high professional standards. Its teaching, research and service purposes are seriously disrupted and subverted by academic dishonesty. Such dishonesty includes plagiarism and cheating. Cheating Cheating includes, but is not limited to, giving or receiving unauthorized assistance during an examination; obtaining unauthorized information about an examination before it is given; using inappropriate or unallowable sources of information during an examination; falsifying data in experiments and other research; altering the record of any grade; altering answers after an examination has been submitted; falsifying any official University record; or misrepresenting the facts in order to obtain exemptions from course requirements. Plagiarism Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, submitting in fulfillment of an academic requirement, any document that has been copied in whole or in part from another individuals work without attributing that portion to the individual; neglecting to identify as a quotation, anothers idea and particular phrasing that was not assimilated into the students language and style or paraphrasing a passage so that the reader is misled as to the source; submitting the same written or oral material in more than one course without obtaining authorization from
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the residency of the parent, guardian, or spouse. A parent or guardian is advised that disclosure of his or her SSN for the above purpose is mandatory. Failure to provide it may affect the applicants admission to the University and the tuition charged to the applicant. Parents or guardians SSN will be recorded only on the System Application Form (Residency Declaration) itself and will not be maintained in any other system records. Its use will be restricted to further verification of information reported on the System Application Form (Residency Declaration) by the applicant and/or parent or guardian.
otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. UH West Oahu is committed to providing equal access to its academic courses, educational programs, and related activities. Reasonable and appropriate accommodations will be made available to individuals with disabilities. Students with disabilities who will require auxiliary aids and/or special services must identify themselves to the Student Services Office when they are admitted and disclose the nature of their disability so that arrangements can be made for appropriate assistance. Students who develop disabilities during the school year should notify the Student Services Office as soon as possible. At UH West Oahu, ramps to all buildings provide access for the disabled. Classrooms are easily accessible to students in wheelchairs. Restroom facilities are equipped for use by the disabled. Copies of the University of Hawaii policies and
procedures on non-discrimination and affirmative or voluntary action are available upon request at the UH West Oahus Student Services Office. Questions or concerns about programs, services, activities and facilities at the UH West Oahu may be addressed to: Academic Affairs: Dr. Linda M. Randall Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Student Affairs: Dr. Lori M. Ideta Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Administrative Matters: Ann Nishimoto Vice Chancellor for Administration EEO/Discrimination/Harassment Issues: Adrienne Valdez, EEO Officer, Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, & Title IX Coordinator
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, UH West Oahu hereby provides notice that it does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and admission of students and employment of faculty and staff. No otherwise qualified person with a disability shall, solely on the basis of that disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
Academic Regulations
CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
Students may enroll in courses for academic credit or as auditors. Upon admission to the UH West Oahu, students are categorized as follows: Classified Student: A student who is admitted to an organized program of study leading to a degree or a certificate. Unclassified Student: A student who may enroll for credit but is not admitted to an organized program leading to a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Applied Science, or Bachelor of Education degree or a certificate. Unclassified students are not eligible for financial aid. In order to be categorized as a classified student and eligible to earn a degree or certificate, a student must submit official transcripts and/or other admissions documents for evaluation to the Office of Admissions. As an unclassified student, transfer credits will also be evaluated for applicability towards their degree or certificate programs. Auditor: A student who registers for, and attends class with the permission of the instructor. The student receives no credit or grade for the course and is not required to take course examinations. The extent of a students classroom participation is at the instructors discretion. A student auditing a course must submit an application to the Office of Admissions, and remit the appropriate tuition and fees. Full-time Student: A student who is registered for 12 or more semester credit hours during the fall
or spring term, or at least six credits per Summer Session term. Students on financial aid, scholarships or grants should consult with a Financial Aid Officer to ensure meeting aid requirements and/ or definition of full-time classification. Part-time Student: A student who is registered for fewer than 12 semester credit hours during the fall or spring semester, or less than six credits per Summer Session term. Students on financial aid, scholarships or grants should consult with a Financial Aid Officer to ensure meeting aid requirements and/or definition of part-time classification. Student Class Status: Freshman (0-24 credits); Sophomore (25-54 credits); Junior (55-88 credits); and Senior (89 or more credits).
Applicants who meet the freshman admission requirements of 1 and 2 above, will automatically be admitted to UH West Oahu. Applicants who do not meet the minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA, or the minimum 22 credits of coursework will be evaluated on SAT Reasoning Test or ACT scores. Additionally, applicants will be required to submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher and/or counselor and a one-page personal essay to facilitate the evaluation of their application. Applicants must submit official records for all admissions requirements. Transfer Admissions Transfer students are those presently or previously enrolled at a college or university other than UH West Oahu. A student who has successfully completed a minimum of 12 college-level transferable semester credits, and is in-progress with a minimum of 12 college-level transferrable semester credits at the time of application for admission to UH West Oahu may be eligible for admission. A grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale is required. Students with fewer than 24 collegelevel semester credits will be evaluated under the Freshman Admissions requirements. Students who have graduated with an Associate in Arts degree from a University of Hawaii community college, or other appropriately accredited institution with a grade point average of
ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION
Freshman Admissions Students applying for admission as freshmen must meet the following requirements: 1. High School grade point average (GPA): 2. 7 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale based on the following 22 credits: a. 4 English credits b. 3 Math credits (including Algebra II and Geometry) c. 3 Natural Science credits d. 3 Social Studies credits e. 4 College Preparatory credits (e.g., language, fine arts) f. 5 elective credits 3. SAT Reasoning Test or ACT test scores
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2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale are eligible for transfer. Students with an Associate in Arts degree in liberal arts from an appropriately accredited University will be accepted as having completed general education requirements. Nonresident Student Admissions The University is required to determine the residency status of each applicant. Therefore, each applicant must complete and submit a residency declaration (contained within the System Application Form), together with such documentation considered necessary to clearly determine residency status. The burden of proof for establishing resident status lies with each applicant. Final decisions will be made by the Office of Admissions. Students classified as nonresidents are required to pay nonresident tuition. Students may appeal the decision by submitteing the Residency Appeal form to the Office of Admissions. The appeal will be considered by the UH system-wide Residency Appeals Board. All nonresident students who are newly admitted to UH may be affected by a change in UHs policy regarding nonresident status for tuition purposes. The policy is in accordance with Chapter 20-4-8, Hawaii Administrative Rules which states: Presence in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher education shall not create resident status. A nonresident student shall be presumed to be in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher learning...Continued presence in Hawaii during vacation periods and occasional periods of interruption of the course of study shall not in itself overcome this presumption. Nonresident students who enter any UH campus may not be allowed to change his/her residency status from nonresident to resident during any period in which s/he: 1. 2. 3. 4. is enrolled for six (6) or more credits at any institution of higher learning in Hawaii; was absent from Hawaii for more than 30 days per year during school vacation periods; received student financial aid assistance based on residency in another state; or was a dependent of nonresident parent(s) or legal guardian. Military Personnel and Family Members Military personnel stationed in Hawaii and their authorized family members, in addition to meeting the general admission requirements, should also submit a copy of their orders, as well as have the Verification of U.S. Armed Forces Members Assignment in Hawaii section of the System Application Form completed by their Commanding Officer. Students on active duty or who are bona fide family members of military personnel stationed in Hawaii are considered nonresidents but will be permitted to pay resident tuition rates upon receipt of the forms described above. International Students Admissions (Student Visa Applicants Only) International students who apply for admission must meet special requirements in addition to the general requirements. 1. A complete and certified English translation of the students official record of achievement (transcript) must be submitted showing courses taken, a brief description of the course content, grades earned, passing and maximum grades, and students standing in class. Transcripts will not be considered official unless they are sent directly to the UH West Oahu by the previous institution. 2. The student must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Applicants from countries where English is not the primary language, are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and have the Educational Testing Service send the results to the Student Services Office. The TOEFL results are necessary in order to evaluate the students English proficiency in terms of probable ability to complete a degree at UH West Oahu effectively. Information regarding the test dates, location and fees is available at: www.toefl.org. 3. University of Hawaii Supplementary Information Form for Undergraduate International Applicants must be completed. In addition, applicants must provide documentation that sufficient financial support is available to adequately cover tuition and all expenses while attending the University. 4. A satisfactory physical examination report as specified by the University, including chest x-ray films, is required. In addition, students must carry complete health insurance for the period of their stay at the University. 5. The I-20 form, required by the United States Department of Homeland Security and Customs Enforcement for a student visa, will be provided by the University after the special requirements outlined above are fulfilled, and the student has been accepted for admission. The deadline for application and submission of all required documents is April 1 for the Fall semester and October 1 for the spring semester. However, international students are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to allow adequate time for evaluation by the University.
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INFORMATION ON ADMISSION
Information on How to Enroll at UH West Oahu Applications, instructions and other informational materials may be viewed online at www. uhwo.hawaii.edu/admission. Information may also be obtained by calling the Office of Admissions at [phone] or toll-free from the neighbor islands at [phone] or by email at [e-mail]. Candidates for admission are encouraged to visit the campus and meet with faculty, staff, and students. Application Fee All applications must be accompanied by a nontransferable application fee of $50.00. This fee is non-refundable and may not be applied toward tuition even though the applicant may be admitted to the University. Applications submitted without this fee will not be processed. The application and the fee are valid only for the semester specified on the application. The fee should be paid by check, payable to the University of Hawaii (certified checks, money orders, or cashiers checks are preferred). Currency should not be sent. Applicants from foreign countries should send an international money order. This amount is subject to change; therefore, applicants should review the instructions carefully at the time of application.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Course Registration All registration in the UH system is done online through the MyUH Portal. Students not familiar with the MyUH Portal should visit www.myuhportal.hawaii.edu for tutorial information. Through the MyUH portal, students can: check for class availability for all 10 campuses within the UH system register for classes view grades In order to register and view your grades, students must have a UH Username. Students may already
The maximum number of nonresident students that may be admitted by the University is limited by the Board of Regents Controlled Growth Policy of the UH System. Therefore, affected students are encouraged to apply early.
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have a UH Username if they were enrolled at a UH system campus, or if they have a hawaii. edu e-mail account. For example, if your account is [e-mail], your UH Username is johndoe. Students who do not have a UH Username can get one at http://myuhportal.hawaii.edu. Registration for new and returning students (those who stop out for one semester or longer) occurs the week before the semester begins. Continuing students will be able to pre-register for the next semester, usually in November for the Spring semester, and April for the Fall semester. Check with the Student Services Office for more information. To avoid late registration fees, be sure to register for a course prior to the first day of instruction for the term. Be sure to check the academic calendar for deadline dates for the semester. Students can also view this information online at the Schedule of Classes, www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/schedule; click on the appropriate term, then click on the CRN of the class for deadlines to register and for refunds and withdrawals. Non-degree seeking students will be allowed to register on the last day of regular registration. Students are considered officially enrolled only after registering for courses and paying all appropriate tuition and fees. Please see the UH West Oahu Registration Bulletin for registration dates and payment deadlines. It is highly recommended that students see their faculty advisor or a Student Services advisor prior to preregistration and/or registration. Special approval from the instructor is required for capstone courses such as Senior Project or Practicum and Directed Reading and Research. The UH West Oahu Registration Bulletin, and the campus email newsletter, The West Press Express, should be consulted for the exact dates of preregistration, registration and payment deadlines. A schedule listing the courses offered and other relevant information for the class, is available online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/schedule prior to the beginning of preregistration periods for each term. Registration (adding and dropping courses) is online through the MyUH Portal via the internet at http://myuhportal.hawaii.edu. Preregistration: Continuing students will be given the opportunity to preregister for courses. Preregistration is generally held during the preceding academic term. Regular Registration: Registration for courses is usually held the week prior to the beginning of the first day of instruction. Late Registration: Students may register up to and including, the last day designated on the University calendar for late registration, generally at the end of the second week of instruction. There will be an additional fee for late registration. Unclassifed Students/Auditors: Unclassified students and auditors may register on a space available basis on the last day of registration for regular students, or during the late registration period. Unclassified students and auditors may change their status to classified, only if they have all official transcripts on file, meet admission requirements and gain acceptance prior to late registration. Concurrent Registration Students at one campus within the UH System may register concurrently at another campus. UH West Oahu students who wish to concurrently enroll at a community college campus are eligible to register without having to submit an application to the community college. Registration occurs through the MyUH Portal. Students on financial aid are advised to consult with a Financial Aid Officer. Financial aid is not automatically granted for coursework taken outside of UH West Oahu. Change of Registration To Add a Course: courses may be added beginning with the first day of preregistration through the late registration period. The Academic Calendar for semester long classes is available at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu. Accelerated courses may be added after the late add period under special circumstances. Students should contact a Student Services advisor for information, or view the calendar dates of the class at: www.uhwo.hawaii. edu/schedule, and click on the course reference number. To Withdraw From Any Course: students may officially withdraw from any course for which they have registered during the applicable withdrawal period. For semester-long courses, this is stated in the Academic Calendar. Withdrawals from regular semester-long courses during the first three weeks of the semester will not be indicated on students records. Students may withdraw from a course between the third week and up to Friday of the ninth week of instruction. (Refer to the Academic Calendar, the UH West Oahu Registration Bulletin or online for specific dates.) These drops will be indicated as W grades on the students record. After the ninth week of instruction, complete withdrawals, as well as partial withdrawals are not permitted except for highly unusual or extenuating circumstances beyond the control of the student. These withdrawals require the approval of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Documentation of circumstances may be required and may include the submission of a formal letter of appeal, and/or additional documentation of the circumstance(s) cited. Consultation with the instructor(s) involved may take place. Different withdrawal deadlines apply to accelerated courses. Students should check online for applicable dates. An instructor may not initiate a withdrawal for the student. All course withdrawals or drop actions are the responsibility of the student and must be initiated by the student within the constraints outlined above. If a student simply stops attending classes in a given course without officially completing the withdrawal procedure, an F, or other grade as appropriate, may be awarded by the instructor. If the instructor does not award a grade, an F will be assigned by the Student Services Office. Complete Withdrawal from UH West Oahu Students withdrawing completely from the University must submit the Complete Withdrawal form to the Student Services Office. This form may be obtained from the Student Services office or online at: www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms. In the rare event that a student is physically unable to obtain the appropriate form, the University will accept a signed statement from the student requesting complete withdrawal which indicates the reason for withdrawal. The effective date of withdrawal is the date of the completed form or statement is received by the Student Services Office. The refund schedule for withdrawals is noted in this catalog in the Tuition and Fees chapter. A student who has completely withdrawn from UH West Oahu must reapply to the University to continue in their program of study.
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Stopping-Out Students who do not maintain current student status, that is, those who stop-out for at least one semester must reapply for admission to UH West Oahu. Students who stop out for one semester may maintain the same catalog year requirements in effect at the time they stopped out. Students who stop-out for more than one semester are subject reasons why they cannot finish their final graduation requirements at UH West Oahu. Final credits may be taken with an appropriately accredited institution and transferred back to UH West Oahu. Approval must be granted by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs prior to coursework taken in absentia. Requirements must be met within a specified time frame that will be determined with the Vice Chansubmitted to the Student Services Office. Failure to do so, may result in inaccurate student records, and failure to receive important University announcements. The Student Record Update form is available online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms or at the Student Services Office. Students who change their program of study will be required to follow the program requirements in effect at the time the change is made.
PARTICIPATION IN ASSESSMENT EFFORTS
The UH West Oahu is committed to developing the highest quality educational experience. In order to continue to improve programs and services, students may be required to participate in institutional assessment efforts including universitywide surveys, learning outcome examinations, and projects relating to General Education and/or the students major field of study. Individual responses and results will remain confidential. Assessment reports will not include student names, or other personally identifiable information.
COURSE LOAD, CREDITS, GRADES, AND TRANSCRIPTS
Maximum Course Load UH West Oahu students may take up to 18 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters. Those who request enrollment of 19 or more credit hours of work in any semester must obtain approval from the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Approval for more than 18 credits will not be given at the time of preregistration except for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. International Students: International students on student visas are required to carry a minimum of 12 units of credit each semester. Class Attendance Regular and prompt class attendance is expected of all students. A student is expected to inform each instructor of anticipated or unavoidable absences. The responsibility for make up work lies with the student. Unexcused absences exceeding 20% per calendar month is considered unsatisfactory attendance. When a student fails to attend a class, or stops attending class but does not officially withdraw from that class, the instructor may award any letter grade, including an F. Under no circumstances will the W grade be awarded by the instructor.
to the catalog requirements in effect at the time of their readmission to UH West Oahu. Students who are readmitted to the University will be considered Returning students and will be required to meet with their Faculty Advisors to review program and graduation requirements in their first semester back at the University. Leave of Absence Continuing classified students may apply for a Leave of Absence for a semester if they: 1) have just completed their prior semester at UH West Oahu; and 2) are not on academic action (suspension, dismissal). The Petition for Leave of Absence form can be found online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms or at the Student Services Office. Students who are approved a leave of absence will be allowed to preregister for the next semester, but should be aware that taking a leave of absence may affect their residency status and their eligibility for financial aid. Graduation in Absentia In rare cases, Graduation in Absentia may be granted for students who have unusual, or compelling
cellor for Student Affairs. Failure to meet requirements within this established timeframe will mean that the student must reapply for admission to UH West Oahu. Students will be subject to catalog program requirements in effect at the time of readmission. Students who receive approval for Graduation in Absentia must meet all general education, focus, major, concentration and university requirements, including the residency requirement of a minimum of 30 credits taken with UH West Oahu. Student Identification Numbers The UH West Oahu uses an eight digit computer generated number for student identification numbers. U.S. citizens should indicate their Social Security number on their application. International students need not have a Social Security number; they will be assigned an identification number by the Student Services Office. For additional information, see Use of Social Security Numbers. Change of Personal Data or Program It is the responsibility of the student to report any change of name, address, phone, citizenship or field of study. Appropriate documentation must be
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Any student who is accepted and enrolled at UH West Oahu and who believes s/he has acquired the equivalent of a course through experience or training may petition the University for the granting of appropriate credit. Students may request an evaluation of their equivalent credit for specific courses during their initial semester. Credits earned by the equivalency method may not be used to satisfy the college residency requirements for graduation. Students interested in requesting an evaluation for credit based on standardized exam results or military course work should apply at the Student Services Office within their first semester of enrollment. Students requesting credit by examination (Challenge Exams) must do so within their first year of enrollment. Transcripts and other supporting documents are the responsibility of the student. These will be reviewed by the Student Services Office and/or by a faculty who will make the credit recommendation. UH West Oahu recognizes and employs the following means of evaluating equivalent college credit: The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) of the College Entrance Examination Board The Credit by Examination process (Challenge Exams; fees and tuition as applicable) The Military Service School evaluation process (based on guidelines established by the American Council on Education) Advanced Placement Examinations Information regarding fees and tuition (if any), as well as the policies and procedures for obtaining equivalent college credit by the methods listed above is available from the Student Services Office. Transcripts A transcript of course work completed at the UH West Oahu may be obtained with a written request signed by the student to the Student Services Office. The cost per copy is $5.00 for regular processing (within 10 business days). Rush transcripts are $15.00 per copy (prepared for mailing within two business days after payment has been processed). Payment must be remitted at the time the transcript request is made. Transcript fees apply to processing time only. Transcripts that are mailed will be sent via US Postal Delivery, first class. Transcripts to be sent to UH system campuses for admission purposes are sent
Repetition of Courses A student may repeat any course taken at the University, regardless of the grade received. However, in the certification of a degree, credit will be allowed once for a course or courses deemed equivalent. In determining whether the concentration requirement has been met, the higher grade and grade point will be used. The lower grade, however, shall remain on the students record and will be calculated into the UH West Oahu cumulative grade point average. In some cases, courses such as Directed Reading and Research and Selected Topics may be repeated for additional credit. The students faculty advisor should be consulted in this matter. Transfer Credit UH West Oahu accepts transfer credits only in courses completed at appropriately accredited colleges or universities. Credit will not be given for remedial or developmental courses (i.e., in the University of Hawaii system, below 100 level courses). Certain correspondence, occupational, vocational or technical courses may be accepted although they may not be applicable to the chosen program of study. Transfer credits that meet UH West Oahus degree requirements will be applied towards the degree; however, not all may satisfy the Universitys General Education requirement. Students may be required to earn additional credits in order to meet General Education requirements (see Academic Programs and Graduation Requirements). The General Education requirements may also be fulfilled by the completion of an Associate in Arts degree from an appropriately accredited institution. UH West Oahu allows a maximum transfer of 75 lower-division credits (freshman and sophomore
level courses or equivalent) and/or a total of 90 transfer credits towards a Bachelors degree. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the Student Services Office to review official transcripts from any of the University of Hawaii campuses for re-evaluation of credits earned. The Academic Record Update form is available online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms or at the Student Services Office. This form should be submitted to the Student Services Office. It is also the responsibility of the student to have all official transcripts sent directly to UH West Oahu for coursework taken outside of the University of Hawaii system. Transfer of Upper Division Credits A student transferring to the UH West Oahu from another appropriately accredited college or university may be allowed upper-division transfer credits (junior and senior level courses) for work taken at that institution. Applicability of these credits towards fulfillment of general education, focus, major and/or concentration requirements will be determined by the Student Services Office in conjunction with faculty in the appropriate areas. It is the responsibility of the student to have all official transcripts of previous college work sent directly to the Student Services Office. Credit for Prior Learning UH West Oahu encourages and assists students in obtaining college credit for knowledge acquired outside the regular college classroom through independent study, on-the-job training, military service school, or other means. The University believes students should be provided the opportunity to prove their mastery of subject material through non-traditional means.
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ACADEMIC PROBATION, SUSPENSION, AND DISMISSAL
Students who fail to meet minimum scholastic requirements of the University will be placed on academic probation or be suspended or dismissed. For purposes of measuring this minimum requirement, the grade point average (GPA) is used. Regulations governing academic probation, suspension and dismissal are applied at the end of the fall and spring semesters. Probation: A student will be placed on academic probation at the end of any semester in which their UH West Oahu cumulative grade point average (GPA), or overall GPA (transfer and UH West Oahu GPA) falls below a 2.0. A student will remain on academic probation until the cumulative or overall GPA rises to 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. A student on academic probation will be considered to be progressing satisfactorily if, at the end of each successive semester, his/her current GPA for that semester is 2.0 or higher. Suspension: A student who is on academic probation with a cumulative or overall GPA below 2.0, and whose current or semester GPA falls below 2.0, will be suspended and denied continued registration for at least one semester. A student who has been academically suspended must reapply to the UH West Oahu after a one semester (not including summer session) break. Students on suspension are encouraged to meet with a Student Services advisor prior to submitting an application for admission. Reinstatement to UH West Oahu is not automatic, and must be approved by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. A student suspended at the end of the spring semester may enroll in the upcoming summer session. If the student raises the cumulative or overall GPA up to 2.0 after attending the summer session at the UH West Oahu, the suspension period may be waived by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Regulations governing academic suspension are applied at the end of each semester. A student who is readmitted after suspension will be placed on Probation after Suspension. Failure to meet the minimum academic requirements for continued enrollment will result in Dismissal. Dismissal: A student who has been previously suspended will be dismissed, if upon enrollment with UH West Oahu, the student fails to maintain at least a 2.0 semester GPA. Dismissed students will be readmitted only in unusual circumstances.
Evaluation and Grades Grades are awarded for the purpose of recognizing different levels of achievement in the pursuit of course objectives. These grades are interpreted as follows:
A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DMinimal Passing Acheivement Average Acheivement Above Average Achievement Excellent Achievement 4.0 3.7 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.3 1.0 0.7
The W grade indicates formal withdrawal from a course between the fourth and ninth week of instruction (see Change of Registration). Grades may be viewed and/or printed from the MyUH Portal at http://myuhportal. hawaii.edu. Students should report any grade discrepancies within 10 days of final grades being posted. Grade reports may be requested by the student at the Student Services Office.
Incompletes With the approval of the instructor, an I F Failure 0.0 or incomplete grade may be awarded at the I Incomplete 0.0 request of the student. An I indicates that L Audit 0.0 the student has yet to complete part of the work in the course. Each I grade will be R Credit (for Challenge Exams) 0.0 reported with a letter grade which indicates RD Report Delayed (faculty student performance in the class at the end did not submit grades by of the term. If no further work is submitted deadline by the student by the deadline determined W Withdrawal 0.0 with the instructor, the incomplete will automatically convert to the assigned letter grade (e.g. an IF will convert to a grade of F). Each student receiving an I should contact the instructor to discuss what work must be completed to make up the incomplete. Grade changes must be submitted by the instructor to the Student Services Office no later than the dates specified on the University Academic Calendar. If a grade change is not submitted by deadline, the I grade will automatically become the letter grade assigned with the incomplete. to the receiving campus at no cost to the student.
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS
To demonstrate satisfactory academic progress, students are expected to maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average. Students who experience difficulty with their course work are encouraged to see their faculty advisor or a Student Services advisor for assistance and counseling. Students who are placed on Academic Probation will be required to see a Student Services advisor for counseling prior to egistration. Registration (adds and/or drops) through the MyUH Portal will be prohibited until the student is in good academic standing. Satisfactory academic progress is required for continued enrollment, as well as to maintain eligibility for financial aid and veterans benefits.
DEANS LIST
Students who perform at a high academic level will be placed on the Deans List for work completed by the end of each semester. To qualify, students must enroll in a minimum of nine credits during the semester. All courses must be completed with a semester grade point average of 3.75 or higher.
ACADEMIC DISTINCTION
Graduation with Distinction will be conferred on those graduates who complete 45 or more upperdivision credits at UH West Oahu with a minimum cumulative UH West Oahu grade point average of 3.75, including courses whose credits were not applicable to the degree.
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Tuition & Fees
TUITION
Tuition is charged according to the number of semester credit hours a student registers for. An Auditor, or those enrolled in a course for no credit and no grade, pays the same tuition and fees as students enrolled for credit. For tuition purposes, any student enrolled for 12 or more credit hours is considered a full-time student.
FEES AND CHARGES
Application Fee ..............................................$50.00 Change of Registration Fee (manual processing)....$ 5.00 Late Registration Fee Fall and Spring Terms ...................................$30.00 Summer Session ...........................................$50.00 (Assessed when registering for classes during the late registration period) Employee Tuition Waiver Administrative Fee (Summer only)..............................................$25.00 Installment Payment Plan Fee ........................$30.00 (Installment payment plan fee is nonrefundable) Missed Payment Fee for Installment Plan ......$30.00 (Installment payment plan fee is nonrefundable) Student Activity Fee (per semester) ..................$5.00 Official Transcript (10 business days) ...............$5.00 Official Transcript (2 business days Rush) .......$15.00 Note: Transcript fees apply to processing time only. Transcripts that are mailed will be sent via US Postal Service. Checks tendered to the University and returned for any cause ...............................................$25.00 Challenge Examination Fee ............................$15.00 Special Examination .......................................$10.00 (Assessed for regularly constituted courses at other than the specified times, except for make up examinations.) Replacement of equipment ....................Cost of Item (Restitution for items broken or lost)
2008-2009 TUITION SCHEDULE
Resident Non-resident Pacific Island Jurisdiction 1-11 credits* $154.00 $482.00 $231.00 12 or more credits $1,848.00 $5,784.00 $2,772.00 *Tuition is charged per credit, up to 11 credits Pacific Island Jurisdiction includes: American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Futuna, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, Niue, Republic of Palau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Wallis.
Note: Tuition and fees may be subject to change without notice. All tuition and fee charges at the University of Hawaii campuses, and the tuition refund policy, are subject to change in accordance with requirements of State law and/or action by the University of Hawaii Board of Regents or the University administration.
DELINqUENT FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
All students are expected to meet their financial obligations when due within the University system. These obligations include, but are not limited to, student loan payments, payment for tuition and fees, library fines, restitution for damaged items borrowed from the University and service charges for dishonored checks. Students who fail to remit payments when due will be subject to the rules and regulations governing delinquent obligations adopted by the University of Hawaii. Obligations incurred at other campuses within the University of Hawaii system will also affect a students status at UH West Oahu. The University of Hawaii reserves the right to impose the following sanctions if the student fails to meet any financial obligation within the University system: 1. 2. Denial of further registration; Revocation of all rights and privileges which were conferred by registration or enrollment;
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3. 4. 5. 6. Denial of transcripts, diplomas, and other entitlements; Report delinquent amounts, along with other relevant information to credit bureau organizations; Interception of State of Hawaii income tax refunds; Commence legal action to recover the amount owed, including appropriate interest, collections costs, court costs and attorneys fees; and Contract the services of a collection agency to recover monies owed, including applicable collection costs, court costs and attorneys fees. in status or tuition rate is made after the third week of instruction. Non-Semester Long Credit Courses (less than 16 week terms) In the event a student who is taking accelerated or summer session classes initiates a complete withdrawal from the University, a change from full-time to part-time status, or a change from one tuition rate to another, tuition and special course fees are refunded as follows: 1. 100% refund for complete withdrawal or a change in status or tuition rate if made on or before the last day of late registration (add period). 50% refund for complete withdrawal or change in status or tuition rate if made after the late registration period (add period) but on or before the end of the 20% instructional period. No refund for courses that are 10 or less calendar days in length or if complete withdrawal or change in status or tuition rate is made after the refund period. on the class CRN). When changes by the University to the published schedule of classes precipitate a complete withdrawal, or a change from full-time to part-time status, or a change in tution rate, and the changes to the published schedule have occurred after the student registered, tuition and special course fees are refunded upon approval as indicated below: 1. 100% refund if complete withdrawal is necessary and if application for refund is made within two weeks of the date of the change(s) to the published schedule. The difference between the amount assessed at registration at the start of the semester and the amount assessed due to change in status or tuition rate if such a change is necessary and if application for refund is made within two weeks of the date of the change(s) to the published schedule.
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PAYMENTS
All tuition and applicable fees must be paid in full by the published deadlines. Payments by credit card (VISA, MasterCard, and JCB), debit card, or webcheck must be made online through the MyUH Portal. Payments may also be made in person at any University of Hawaii campus Cashiers Office by cash, check, cashiers check, travelers check, or money order. Installment Payment Plan Eligible registered students who cannot pay their tuition and fees in full by the published deadline will be able to sign up online for an installment payment plan. There is a $30.00 payment plan fee to participate each semester. This fee is nonrefundable and nontransferable. A missed payment fee will be assessed for late payments and is also nonrefundable and nontransferable. See the MyUH Portal (http://myuhportal.hawaii.edu) for the most current information; click on Student Tutorials. 2.
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STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE REFUND POLICY
All students will be assessed a $5.00 activity fee each semester. This fee is waived for students enrolled on the neighbor islands. 100% of the student activity fee will be refunded ONLY if the
Calendar days for each accelerated course will differ. For the exact dates of refunds please check online at: www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/schedule (click
TUITION REFUND POLICY
Regular Academic Semester Courses (16 week term) In the event a student initiates, before the third week of instruction during the regular academic semester, a complete withdrawal from the University, a change from full-time to part-time status, or a change from one tuition rate to another, tuition and special course fees are refunded as follows: 1. 2. 3. 100% refund for complete withdrawal or change in status or tuition rate only if made on or before the last day of late registration. 50% refund if complete withdrawal or change in status or tuition rate is made on or before the end of the third week of instruction. No refund if complete withdrawal or change
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student completely withdraws from all UH system campuses. Complete withdrawal from the UH system must be completed on or before the last day of late registration. For those who register for courses that do not begin until the second or third accelerated periods, there will be no refund of the fee unless a complete withdrawal is processed from all UH system campuses on or before the first day of instruction.
REFUNDS FOR FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS
Financial aid is awarded to defray educational expenses. As such, withdrawal and/or dropping classes from the University may require the repayment of funds received. Students should consult with a Financial Aid Officer prior to withdrawal from classes.
DROP IN CREDIT LOAD
Enrollment will be monitored for students who receive financial aid assistance. Aid will be adjusted until the semester Census date, prior to the period for withdrawal with a W (approximately the first three weeks of the semester). Students are required to repay any difference, due to enrollment changes. All enrollment changes may affect financial aid. Satisfactory Academic Progress will also be based on your official enrollment at the Census date. A financial obligation (hold) will be placed on the students account for any financial aid award adjustments. Refer to Delinquent Financial Obligations.
WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL
In the event that a student who has been awarded Federal Title IV financial assistance completely withdraws (or stops attending all classes) from the UH West Oahu, a Return of Title IV Funds calculation will be completed. The Financial Aid Office will adhere to all Institutional Withdrawal and Refund Policies and Federal requirements. The Federal Return of Title IV Funds formula requires a student and the institution to return Federal funds if the student completely withdraws or stops attending classes on or before completing 60% of the semester. The percentage of Federal aid to be returned is equal to the number of calendar days remaining in the semester divided by the total number of calendar days in the semester (unearned aid). The order in which the funds will be returned is as follows: Federal Unsubsidized Stafford, Federal Subsidized Stafford, Federal PLUS, Federal Pell Grant, Federal ACG, Federal SEOG. Any institutional refund due to the student based on the regular UH tuition and fee refund policies
will be applied to the institutional share of the refund. If the UH refund does not equal the amount of the institutional share of the refund to the Federal financial aid program, the student will be billed for the amount which is not covered. In the event a student receives both Federal financial assistance and a tuition waiver (Native Hawaiian, Chancellors Award, or Regents/Presidential Scholarship) the student shall be required to repay the prorated value of the tuition waiver that the University may have had to pay to the Federal programs. Students who completely withdraw from the UH West Oahu must reapply for admission, submitting a current application form and application fee. A copy of the Universitys Complete Withdrawal
Policy for Financial Aid Recipients is mailed to all students receiving financial assistance and is available at the Student Services Office.
RESIDENCY REGULATIONS FOR TUITION PURPOSES
Students who do not qualify as bona fide residents of the State of Hawaii, according to the University of Hawaii regulations in effect at the time they register, must pay nonresident tuition. An official determination of residency status will be made at the time of application and applicants may be required to provide additional documentation to verify residency status. Once classified as a nonresident, a student will continue to be a nonresident during his/her term at the University until he/she can present satisfactory evidence that proves otherwise. A nonresident student shall be
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presumed to be in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher learning. Some of the more pertinent University residency regulations are noted below. For additional information or interpretation, contact the Student Services Office. Generally, adult (19 and over) and minor (under 19) students are deemed residents of the State of Hawaii for tuition purposes if the adult student, or in the case of minor students, their parents or legal guardians, have: 1) demonstrated intent to reside permanently in Hawaii, 2) been physically present in Hawaii for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the first day of instruction for the semester and subsequent to the demonstration of intent to make Hawaii his/ her legal residence, and 3) the student, whether an adult or minor, has not been claimed as a dependent for tax purposes for at least 12 consecutive months preceding the first day of instruction by his/her parents or guardians who are not legal residents of Hawaii. Some of the criteria for establishing Hawaii residency are: 1. Filing Hawaii Resident State Income Tax Returns 2. Voting or registering to vote in the State of Hawaii 3. Permanent employment in Hawaii 4. Ownership of a dwelling in Hawaii 5. Other such criteria which may apply NO SINGLE ACT IS SUFFICIENT TO ESTABLISH RESIDENCY IN THE STATE OF HAWAII. Filing a Hawaii State Resident Income Tax Return and registering to vote in the State of Hawaii are probably the two most important indices for establishing intent. Being enrolled at the UH West Oahu is insufficient as evidence of residency. Other legal factors involved in making a residency determination include: 1. The 12 months of continuous residence in Hawaii shall begin on the date that the first overt action is taken to make Hawaii the permanent residence. 2. Residency in Hawaii and residency in another state or country cannot be held simultaneously. 3. Presence in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher learning does not create resident status. 4. The residency of unmarried students who are minors follows that of the parents or legal guardian. Marriage emancipates a minor. Resident status, once acquired, will be lost by future voluntary action of the resident inconsistent with such status. However, Hawaii residency will not be lost solely because of absence from the state while a member of the United States Armed Forces, or while a student at any institution of learning, provided that Hawaii is claimed and maintained as the persons legal residence. Additionally, nonresident students who are newly admitted to the University of Hawaii may be affected by a change in the University of Hawaiis policy regarding nonresident status for tuition purposes. The policy is in accordance with Chapter 20-4-8, Hawaii Administrative Rules which states: Presence in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher education shall not create resident status. A nonresident student shall be presumed to be in Hawaii primarily to attend an institution of higher learning...Continued presence in Hawaii during vacation periods and occasional periods of interruption of the course of study shall not in itself overcome this presumption. 5. Nonresident students who enter any campus of the University of Hawaii may not be allowed to change his/her residency status from nonresident to resident during any period in which she or he: 1. 2. 3. 4. is enrolled for six (6) or more credits at any institution of higher learning in Hawaii; was absent from Hawaii for more than 30 days per year during school vacation periods; received student financial aid assistance based on residency in another state; or was a dependent of nonresident parent(s) or legal guardian. peoples that inhabited the Hawaiian Islands and exercised sovereignty in the Hawaiian Islands in 1778. Citizens of an eligible Pacific Island District, commonwealth, territory, or insular jurisdiction, state, or nation which does not provide public institutions that grant baccalaureate degrees may be allowed to pay 150% of the resident tuition.
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Appeal Process Residency decisions may be appealed by filing a Residency Appeals form located at the Student Services Office. The appeal will be considered by the University of Hawaii system-wide Residency Appeal Committee. Students should contact the Office of Admissions for information on how to initiate an appeal before registering for classes. Misrepresentation A student or prospective student who provides incorrect information on any form or document intended for use in determination of resident status for tuition purposes will be subject to the disciplinary measures provided for in the rules and regulations governing residency status.
UH EMPLOYEE TUITION WAIVER
University of Hawaii employees who are employed half-time or more, or spouses and domestic partners of employees in bargaining units 07 and 08, who register for credit courses offered through any unit of the University of Hawaii are exempt from the payment of tuition and fees up to a maximum of six credits per semester in accordance with Board of Regents Policy 6-11. Employee tuition waivers will be honored only during the late registration period (once instruction begins). Any tuition and fees in excess of the six credits must be paid for by the student. During the summer, there is a $25.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be made. The taxability of tuition waivers is governed by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) section 117. The value of this tuition waiver may be taxable to the employee. Tuition waivers are not taxable for employees and employee spouses for education below graduate level. Please consult with your tax advisor if you have further questions. For more information regarding the employee tuition waivers, please check: www.hawaii.edu/ohr/docs/forms/waiver.htm.
STATUTORY EXEMPTIONS
Nonresidents may be allowed to pay resident tuition if they qualify as one of the following: 1. United States military personnel and their authorized dependents during the period such personnel are stationed in Hawaii on active duty. 2. Members of the Hawaii National Guard and Hawaii-based Reserves. 3. Full-time employees of the University of Hawaii and their spouses and legal dependents (as defined under Internal Revenue Service rules). 4. East-West Center student grantees pursuing baccalaureate or advanced degrees. 5. Hawaiians, descendants of the aboriginal
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STUDENT SERVICES
Student Services Office, A-108 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am- 6:30 pm Phone: [phone]; toll-free from the neighbor islands at 1-866-299-8656
ORIENTATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Orientation All new students should participate in an orientation session before their initial semester begins at the University. Orientation covers academic and other support services offered to students, where to get information on deadlines, registration, clarification on degree/program requirements, and other student-related activities. Students will be informed of the time and place of orientation in their admissions packet. Students who attend orientation will be allowed early entry to register. Email Notices/Addresses Email is an official means of communication for University-related business. The University will periodically send notices to students through email. The email notices will be sent only to hawaii.edu accounts. Students are responsible for retrieving their email on a regular basis. The email will post to students MyUH Portal homepage. Students are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis. Email may be bounced or redirected to a preferred internet provider address. However, the University will not be responsible for delivery of messages to addresses redirected from hawaii.edu. Instructions for how to forward or bounce your email may be found at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms.
About once a week, Student Services will send out an email newsletter called The West Press Express. This newsletter will provide reminders on deadlines, university activities/events, notice of course cancellations, or other notices of interest to students. MyUH Portal: myuhportal.hawaii.edu The MyUH Portal website is where you can: check for classes at UH West Oahu and other UH system campuses register and make changes to your registration check your schedule make payments view your grades and your UH transcript(s) update your address Students can also customize the website by creating a personal calendar, adding news and events, movie schedules, etc.; access your UH email; change your password; view your STAR Degree Check for information on your academic status; check on your financial aid status; and view any holds on your records. For more information, check out the student tutorials at http://myuhinfo.hawaii.edu/page/myuhtutorial.html About once a week, Student Services will send out an email newsletter called The West Press Express. This newsletter will provide reminders on deadlines, university activities/events, notice of course cancellations, or other notices of interest to students.
Registration Bulletin UH West Oahu publishes a Registration Bulletin that is mailed to all students prior to a registration period. It is also available at UH West Oahus website at: www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/registration. This bulletin provides students with relevant information regarding University activities, deadlines and other events pertinent to registration. Housing On-campus housing/dormitory facilities are not available at the UH West Oahu. However, the University of Hawaii Off-Campus Housing (OCH) referral program is a referral service provided by the University of Hawaii. The University of Hawaii does not currently own, or operate any of these off-campus facilities. Registered or admitted students and faculty or staff at any of University of Hawaii campus may utilize this service. Currently, there is no fee to list or view any of the ads on this website www.housing.hawaii.edu/och. Students, faculty and staff are required to use their University of Hawaii username to gain access to the listing database. Admitted students who have not been assigned a username may request one at www. hawaii.edu/account. Rental/leasing agreements are worked out directly with listed landlords. The University of Hawaii does not investigate, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of any listing referrals, the quality of the facility listed, nor the companies and firms listed on the Off-Campus Housing website. Any agreement entered into is solely between or amongst the involved parties. A listing on this website does not indicate Uni-
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versity approval or endorsement of any kind. The Off-Campus Housing Program will not be able to secure an apartment or rental on your behalf. of enrollment at UH West Oahu. Verification of a meeting is required for students to register for the second semester. While only the first semesters meeting is mandatory, you are encouraged to continue to meet or contact your student services advisor at least once each semester. In addition, upon acceptance to UH West Oahu, students who have declared a major/concentration are assigned a Faculty Advisor. The name and contact information for your faculty advisor is included with your acceptance letter. Faculty advisors are an excellent source of information on academic planning, career/professional development, and admissions to graduate programs. We strongly recommend you meet with your Faculty Advisor during your first semester. Some students enter UH West Oahu as undeclared while they decide on the major/concentration they want to pursue. Once decided, or if you want to change your major/concentration, you will need to complete and submit to the Student Services Office the UHWO Student Record Update form which is available online at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/forms or at the Student Services Office. For more information on Faculty and Student Services Advisors call 454-4700 or toll-free from the neighbor islands at [phone] or visit the Student Services Office in Room A-108 If a students interest shifts to another academic program, the student must report the change of program, in writing, to the Student Services Office. A new faculty advisor may then be assigned. Student Services Advisors are also available for academic advising and graduation requirement checks. STAR Degree Check Students are ultimately responsible for ensuring that their graduation requirements have been met. The STAR degree check is a tool that enables students to monitor in real time their General Education, Focus, major, concentration, and grade point average requirements. STAR also provides advising information on courses that can be utilized to fulfill a requirement, and advising notations from Student Services or Faculty Advisors. Go to http:// myuhportal.hawaii.edu and click on the STAR Degree Check link. Students who are
HEALTH REGULATIONS
State public health regulations require that all persons enrolling in any of Hawaiis colleges/ universities submit a certificate indicating that they are free from active tuberculosis. This requirement applies to both part-time and full-time students. The examination for tuberculosis must be performed within twelve (12) months prior to post-secondary school enrollment. A negative tuberculin skin test is required to certify that there is no active tuberculosis. If the skin test is positive, a chest x-ray will be required. The certificate must be submitted to the Student Services Office as part of the Universitys admission requirements. Written approval to attend class from the Department of Health must be obtained before any person found to have active tuberculosis is enrolled. A tuberculin skin test can be obtained at any State Health Center. In the Leeward area, students may obtain skin tests at the Leeward Oahu Public Health Office in the Waipahu Civic Center, or the Leeward Health Center in Pearl City. Skin tests are also available at the Lanakila Health Center. Students are advised to call for information regarding service hours. X-rays may also be obtained at the Lanakila Health Center. Students are also required to provide evidence of immunity to measles (rubeola). Those born in or before 1957 are assumed to have acquired natural immunity. All others must provide evidence of being vaccinated. State Department of Health regulations require a two-shot series for the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella). Health insurance coverage is required of all international students.
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Student Services Advisor (SSA) Student is required to meet with a SSA in their first semester at UH West Oahu (mandatory). See SSA for questions about: Academic Probation Changes to Major or Concentration General Education Requirements Graduation Requirements* Registration Holds Specific Program Requirements (pre-admission and current students) Faculty Advisor (FA) Appointments are strongly recommended once you declare your major and concentration. See FA for questions about: Career/Professional Development, including contacts and networking in the field Course sequencing Graduate Programs Prerequisites Suggested courses for program electives
ACADEMIC ADVISING
UH West Oahu believes that students function best in an intimate learning environment in which they are active contributors to their own educational planning. Such planning includes identifying individual educational goals and objectives, as well as future career and educational plans. Students admitted in 2008-09 are required to meet with a Student Services Advisor (sometimes called Academic Advisor) during their first semester
*It is strongly recommended that you make an appointment for a graduation check once you have earned 90 credits.
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thinking of switching majors, or have more than two programs may use the What If function to see what requirements will need to be completed for the new program(s). To become involved in ASUHWO or to start a new club, contact the Student Services Office at [phone].
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, academic performance, and/or financial need. Centennial Scholarship Program: This program applies to students entering the university starting with the fall of 2007. Criteria includes: be a Hawaii resident; graduate from a public Hawaii high school in May 2007 or later; a high school GPA of at least 3.8, or 1800 score on the three-part SAT Reasoning Test (or a 27 composite score on the ACT) at the time of application to UH West Oahu; be admitted, and will attend as a freshman in the fall semester after graduation; and will enroll as a full-time student at UH West Oahu (12 or more credits). For additional details please visit www.hawaii.edu/centennialscholarship. Chancellors Award*: This award acknowledges academic achievement, leadership, and community service. Criteria includes: at least half-time enrollment (a minimum of 6 credits); freshman must have a High School GPA of at least 3.75; transfer students must have a transfer GPA of at least 3.75; continuing or returning students must have a cumulative UH West Oahu GPA of at least 3.75. Charles E. Hemenway Scholarship*: Demonstrated financial need (completion of FAFSA required); character and qualities indicative of good citizenship; resident of Hawaii; enrolled at least half-time (a minimum of 6 credits); and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Hawaii Veterans Memorial Fund*: Demonstrated financial need (completion of FAFSA required); character and qualities indicative of good citizenship; commitment to serve Hawaii and its people; resident of Hawaii; full-time enrollment (12 or more credits); and a minimum GPA of 2.75. Henry & Dorothy Castle Memorial Early Childhood Education Scholarship*: The purpose of this fund is to encourage and assist students seeking a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education at UHWO in hopes that the student will remain in Hawaii to teach. The applicant must demonstrate financial need and be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) in the Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education program. No FAFSA is required. Nakila Steele Scholarship*: Established to support one incoming freshman
CAREER SERVICES
The Career Services office at UH West Oahu offers students guidance, support and resources for life-long career development. Through classes, workshops, and individual and group advising, students are provided support services that help to clarify career goals, and planning for the transition to graduate school, the workplace, or the next step in their career path. Career advising is available through in-person meetings, phone conferences, web network conferencing, and email. Students are also encouraged to talk with their faculty advisors and with representatives from graduate school programs and businesses to decide how best to achieve their academic and career goals. Monthly and weekly notices of workshops, classes and other events will be posted on the Career Services website at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/career2, through The West Press, and through the email newsletter, The West Press Express, as well as being posted on bulletin boards on campus.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
UH West Oahu Alumni Association was chartered in 1984 to promote goodwill and fellowship among its members and the University. Key objectives of the Alumni Association are to support and assist UH West Oahu in pursuing its goals, and increasing community awareness of the Universitys role. Besides UH West Oahu graduates, all currently enrolled students, as well as any individual interested in supporting the University, are welcome to join and participate in association activities.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial assistance in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and employment is available to students. Most types of assistance are awarded on the basis of need, and are restricted to those who have never earned a bachelors degree. To apply for any need-based aid, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and send it to the federal processor. The form is available in the Student Services Office and on the internet at: www.fafsa.ed.gov. Applicants may also be required to furnish the University with documents verifying their financial circumstances, such as copies of theirs and/or their parents federal income tax return, as well as other forms or documentation. Students are encouraged to apply early. It is recommended that those who require financial assistance for the fall semester apply by April 1. For the spring semester, students should apply by October 1. Priority for need-based financial aid will be given to the students who are verified to have the most need, and who meet the application deadline. For applications received after the deadline, aid will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds. Eligibility for assistance is contingent on the applicant: 1) being a classified student, and 2) maintaining satisfactory academic progress. A copy of the UH West Oahu Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy is mailed to all financial aid recipients and is available at the Student Services Office or online at http://www. uhwo.hawaii.edu/satisfactory. Note: Regulations for financial aid programs are subject to change.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT AND ORGANIZATIONS
The Associated Students of the University of HawaiiWest Oahu (ASUHWO), formed in 1986, is the universitys formal student government organization. ASUHWOs primary purpose is to facilitate a variety of cultural, educational, and social extracurricular activities that are responsive to the interests and needs of the University of Hawaii West Oahu students. Also, the university administration may consult with ASUHWO for recommendations to existing and proposed policies. The ASUHWO board consists of four executive positions and seven senators who represent the academic divisions and each class level. Elections for these eleven ASUHWO Officers are held once a year, in the spring semester. All students enrolled for credit and who have paid their student activity fees are considered to be members of organization. Active participation in the organization and its activities is strongly encouraged. Students with specific interests may start up a student club and register as an organization; ASUHWO can provide assistance and support to student clubs as needed.
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majoring in Hawaiian Pacific Studies at UHWO with a full tuition award for four consecutive years. Preference to students from Leeward, Ewa, Central or North Shore areas with interest in Hawaiian Language studies. Must be enrolled full-time. Native Hawaiian Tuition Waiver*: Demonstrated financial need (completion of FAFSA required); Native Hawaiian ancestry as determined by the UH System Application (admission application); resident of Hawaii; and must be enrolled at least half-time (a minimum of 6 credits). Osher Reentry Scholarship Fund*: The purpose of the Osher Reentry Scholarship Fund is to provide scholarships for tuition costs to assist reentry students between the ages of 25-50, whose collegiate studies have been interrupted by circumstances beyond their control for approximately five years, and who are resuming their studies to complete their first undergraduate baccalaureate degree in any area of study. Ralph Miwa Memorial Scholarship*: Established in 1994 in the memory of Dr. Ralph Miwa, who was instrumental in the founding of the UH West Oahu (formerly West Oahu College) and served as chancellor from 1976-1986. Criteria includes: be a classified student at UH West Oahu enrolled at least half-time (at least 6 credits); completion of at least 12 credits at UH West Oahu with a GPA of at leat 3.75. Ruth E. Black Scholarship*: This award is available to classified students enrolled at least half-time (at least 6 credits). Student must be in good academic standing and demonstrate the potential for academic growth and achievement. Preference shall be given to sons and daughters of engineers, contractors and construction workers. Second Century Scholars Program: Promote and increase access to higher education opportunities with preference to classified students of Native Hawaiian ancestry. Students must demonstrate financial need (completion of FAFSA required). Priority to students enrolled at least half-time or greater. State of Hawaii B Plus Scholarship: For Hawaii high school students who graduate from a local public high school in the Spring of 2006 or later, GPA of at least a 3.0, must be a resident of Hawaii with financial need, and at least half-time enrollment (at least 6 credits). classified undergraduate student; enrolled at least half-time (6 credits); continuing students must be making satisfactory academic progress, per federal guidelines. Award amount varies.
*Scholarship requires a separate application. Applications are available at least one month prior to the scholarship deadline at the UH West Oahus Student Services Office, or online at www.uhwo. hawaii.edu/scholarship
LOANS
Loans are borrowed monies that must be repaid with interest. Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan: A fixed interest rate loan awarded to undergraduates who demonstrate financial need. This loan is funded by a bank, credit union or any other organization that participates in the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). The federal government pays the interest on the loan until repayment begins and/or while you are in deferment. Loan fees may be deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement. Please check with your lender for more information. Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A fixed interest rate loan typically awarded to undergraduates who do not demonstrate financial need, but may also be used to supplement a Subsidized Stafford loan. The federal government does not pay for the interest on this loan; you are responsible for the accrued interest from the time of disbursement until repayment in full. However, you have the option of capitalizing your loan until repayment begins, having it accrue interest while you are in school and having that accrued interest added to the principal loan amount. The terms for the unsubsidized Stafford loan are the same as those for the subsidized Stafford loan. Loan fees may be deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement. Please check with your lender for more information. Federal PLUS loan: A federal loan for parents with good credit histories of dependent, undergraduate students enrolled at least half time (six credits). The PLUS loan has a fixed interest rate. Parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance minus any other financial aid. Repayments usually begin 60 days after the final loan disbursement for the academic year. Loan fees may be deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement. Please check with your lender for more information. Short-Term Loan: No interest, short-term loans are available to help students meet their educational expenses (other than tuition) under emergency circumstances. Short-term loans must be repaid within 30 days.
GRANTS
Grants are a form of aid that does not need to be repaid. Eligibility is determined based on financial need. Academic Competitiveness Grant: A federal grant for students with exceptional financial need (eligible for a Federal Pell Grant) and graduated from high school after January 2005. Must have completed a rigorous secondary school program, as designated by the state in which the student resided when completing the program. Eligible recipients will receive awards of up to $750 for the first academic year of study and up to $1,300 for the second academic year of study from this federallyfunded gift program. Full-time enrollment (12 or more credits) is required. Federal Pell Grant: A federal grant for students with exceptional financial need and have not earned their first baccalaureate degree. To qualify for a Pell Grant, you must be enrolled at least half-time (at least 6 credits). In some cases, less than half-time students may qualify. Award amounts, based on a students Expected Family Contribution (EFC), are determined by the U.S. Department of Education based on congressional funding. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant: A federal grant for students with exceptional financial need (eligible for a Federal Pell Grant) and must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits). Award amount varies. Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Grant (LEAP): A federal grant program with matching state funds. Must be a resident of Hawaii with exceptional financial need (eligible for a Federal Pell Grant) and enrolled at least halftime. This award is also known as Hawaii Student Incentive Grant. Award amount varies. University of Hawaii Opportunity Grant: A university grant program for students with financial need intended to protect the access of low-income students to higher education. To be eligible for an Opportunity Grant, an individual must: have demonstrated financial need (completion of FAFSA required); be a resident of Hawaii;
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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
Federal Work Study (FWS) Program: Part-time employment is available for students who qualify based on financial need and who are enrolled on at least a half-time basis. The primary area of FWS jobs are in the community service area (tutoring elementary school aged children, disability services, service learning coordinator). On-Campus Employment: Part-time employment at the University is available to students enrolled for at least a half-time basis and in good academic standing. To view job opportunities at UH West Oahu and other UH campuses, visit the University of Hawaii Student Employment & Cooperative Education (SECE) website at www. hawaii.edu/sece. Positions are also advertised at the Student Services Office and through the campus email newsletter, The West Press Express. have earned a baccalaureate degree from UH West Oahu with a minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA, be accepted or enrolled in a graduate degree program, and be a member of the UHWO Alumni Association. Availability of the application material will be announced in the UH West Oahu Alumni Association newsletter, and through the campus email newsletter, The West Press Express. Barbara Newton Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was established in memory of the late Dr. Barbara Newton, UH West Oahus first Psychology professor. Applicants must have earned a concentration in Psychology at UH West Oahu and have been accepted to, or currently enrolled in a graduate program in Psychology. The amount of the award and the number of awards made may vary. Selection is based on academic merit and the applicants statement of purpose. Applications are available at the Student Services Office and from the Psychology faculty. Academic Standards of Progress Academic regulations apply equally to the veteran-student and the non-veteran student at UH West Oahu. For the purpose of guiding veteranstudents toward successful completion of degree requirements, policies and procedures have been established in accordance with Veterans Affairs directives. It is the responsibility of all students to acquaint themselves with the academic policies and procedures listed elsewhere in the catalog. A veteran-student who enrolls in courses and does not attend on a regular basis, withdraws, or fails courses enrolled in, except for extenuating circumstances, will be considered progressing unsatisfactorily and the Department of Veterans Affairs will be notified. Records The Department of Veterans Affairs will be informed when: 1. Appropriate credit is given for comparable work completed for previous educational training. 2. A veteran-student changes his/her enrollment status. 3. A veteran-student is placed on academic probation. 4. A veteran-student is in violation of the attendance policy.
REPAYMENT REqUIREMENTS
Financial aid is awarded to defray educational expenses (including living costs while attending school). The complete withdrawal from all courses within a term may require the repayment of funds disbursed, as well as the return of tuition refunds as stated in the section Refunds for Financial Aid Recipients in the Tuition and Fees chapter of this catalog. The amount of financial aid funds required to be returned (repaid) to the University will be calculated based on the last date of attendance in classes as indicated on the Universitys Complete Withdrawal Form, or the last documented date of attendance in classes. If this date cannot be precisely determined (e.g., if the instructor does not regularly take attendance), the last date of attendance will be approximated from other indices, such as the last exam or quiz taken, or the last assignment submitted. Any student who does not successfully complete the academic term for which federal financial aid has been awarded may be ineligible to keep the full package of aid. Only that portion of aid which corresponds to the period of enrollment completed, may be retained by the student. Please refer to the section Refunds for Financial Aid Recipients in the Tuition and Fees chapter of this catalog. A copy of the complete Withdrawal Policy for Financial Aid recipients is mailed to all students receiving financial aid and is available at the Student Services Office.
VETERANS AFFAIRS
Veterans Benefits The University is approved for veterans training, and eligible students may receive financial assistance as provided for by the Veterans Readjustment Benefits Act and the War Orphans Assistance Act. Under the regulations of the Department of Veterans Affairs, benefits accruing to the student vary with the course load. Determination of the benefits a student is eligible for is made by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Enrollment Certification Veterans or family members of veterans registering at the UH West Oahu for the first time under any of the various Federal veterans bills should present a Certificate of Education and Training or a Certificate of Eligibility and Entitlement to the Student Services Office. An enrollment certification will be forwarded to the Department of Veterans Affairs only after a student has submitted official transcripts of all previous college course work, been accepted as a classified student and has submitted in writing a request for Veterans Affairs certification. Only courses directly applicable to the students program of study may be certified for benefits. Students must consult a Student Services Advisor each semester to insure that their proposed schedule of courses will qualify for payment and to be certified for benefit payments.
COMPUTER FACILITIES FOR STUDENT USE
Room: D105; Phone: [phone]; Website: www. uhwolab.com Students receive a hawaii.edu email account once they get their registration account through the MyUH portal. Assistance in requesting accounts is available at the computer laboratory. A valid UH West Oahu identification card must be presented to use the computer laboratory. Intel-based multimedia PCs running Windows, laser printers, and scanning equipment are available in the Computer Lab, along with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software. Please be aware that there are limited printing privileges. Assistance in the use of all the equipment and programs is offered. Lab hours will vary from semester-to-semester. Students should consult the student newsletter, The West Press for the computer laboratorys schedule, or go to www. uhwolab.com.
AID FOR UH WEST OAHU GRADUATES
UH West Oahu Alumni Association Scholarship: Applicants for this $1,000 award must
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Dial-Up Internet Access www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/computing; click on How to Dial in to UH Wireless Network www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/computing; click on Wireless Network Questions about registering for wireless network? Email [e-mail]; Phone: [phone] Questions about using the wireless network? Email [e-mail]; Phone: [phone] Information and application forms for the UHWO Wireless Network can be found at above website. Laulima Website: http://laulima.hawaii.edu Tutorial: www.hawaii.edu/talent/laulima-studtutorials.htm Technical Support: Linda Maeno (Phone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]) Questions regarding online courses: Student Services, 454-4700 or toll-free from the Neighbor Islands at 1-866-299-8656 Laulima is an online course management software that aids students in their classes by creating, managing, organizing and housing a Web-based learning environment. On this site, professors can post lecture notes and information, grades, quizzes, have chat areas and a bulletin board. Laulima student tutorials have been created on how to use the basic tools of Laulima, such as email, discussions, chats and taking quizzes. Powerpoint presentations and effective methods for oral presentations. Tutoring in accounting, economics, statistics, and writing is also available online through the Writing and Learning Centers website at: www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/writingcenter. free 911 calls. At UH West Oahu, pay phones are located at the Diamond Head (east) end of the campus between Building A and B, near the Business Office. On the LCC campus, phones are located on the ewa side of the library on the main level, on the mauka side (next to the PS building on the lower level). UH West Oahu does not have its own full-time security officers; however, because this campus shares facilities with LCC, LCCs security officers are accessible to UHWO when needed. Leewards Security Office is in building LA-238. Officers are on duty 24 hours a day. At times the office itself may be closed while officers are patrolling the campus; however, they are always accessible by phone at 455-0611. A special emergency phone located outside of LA-238 may be used to contact officers directly. Besides patrolling the campus, LCC Security Officers offer escort services and other special services upon request. Additional information about special services may be obtained from the UH West Oahu Vice Chancellor for Administration. In addition to LCC security offices, UH West Oahu contracts with a security guard firm to provide additional security in the evenings during academic instructional days. The contracted security guard service is provided Monday through Friday from 4:30 p.m. untill 10:00 p.m. The additional security guard patrols the UH West Oahu campus and provides a walking escort for students to anywhere on campus. The cell phone number for the security guard is posted in the classrooms and restrooms. Access to Campus Facilities UH West Oahu is located next to the LCC campus. Its main facilities are located at the Diamond Head end of the LCC campus, next to the Theater. The Center of Labor Education and Research (CLEAR) is located at the ewa end of the campus. Both UHWO and LCC facilities are open to the public during business hours, and in the day and evening when classes are in session. The campus curfew is 11:00 p.m. After this hour, the campus is considered closed. The parking lots are chained, the buildings locked, and access is limited to faculty, staff, and authorized students only. Any other person(s) found on campus after 11:00 p.m., will be considered trespassing.
MATH CENTER
B-108, Phone: [phone] UH West Oahu opened its new Math Center in the Spring 2008. In addition to assistance with class assignments, student math tutors and tutees work together on real-world mathematics applications involving the internationally renowned sailing vessel, the Hklea and community organizations. Assistance is provided on a walk-in basis, and individual appointments may also be made with the tutors. Please contact Dr. Linda Furuto for more information about the center, or to find out more about becoming a math tutor (email: [e-mail], tel.: [phone]).
CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY
Security at UH West Oahu UH West Oahu is concerned about the safety and welfare of its students, employees and campus visitors. It is strongly committed to providing as safe an environment as possible. However, because no campus is immune from crime, students and employees must assume the primary responsibility for their own security by exercising care and caution as they move about campus. This section will provide tips on the precautions that could be taken to minimize the opportunities for criminal activity, as well as information about UH West Oahu s security policies and procedures in the event that criminal action is observed or experienced. Reporting Criminal Actions and Emergencies The Vice Chancellor of Administration is responsible for campus security. All criminal actions, attempted crimes, or other emergencies occurring on campus should be promptly reported to the Vice Chancellor at 454-4742. The crime should also be reported to the Honolulu Police Department, particularly if the Vice Chancellor of Administration is not available, or if the crime/emergency takes place after business hours. Phones located in Leeward Community College (LCC) and UH West Oahu offices are available for use in reporting crimes or for requesting assistance. After business hours, public pay phones located at various sites around campus may be used to place
WRITING AND LEARNING CENTER
B-108, Phone: [phone] Website: www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/writingcenter UH West Oahus Writing and Learning Center, located in B-108, is open approximately 20 hours a week, both day and evenings, to provide students, faculty, and staff with assistance on all aspects of writing. Trained staff is on hand to help students and others begin a writing project, focus on a topic, develop a thesis, organize a research plan, create an outline, and review drafts of written work. The Writing and Learning Center also offers approximately 20 hours a week of tutoring in accounting, economics, statistics, and oral communication. Peer tutors are available to help students understand concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics, correlation and linear regression, and procedures for formulas used in calculations. In addition, tutoring is available in techniques of
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Disciplinary Action Any member of the University community who commits a crime on campus will be subject to criminal prosecution under State law, as well as being subject to University disciplinary action. Off-campus behavior which indicates that the student represents a danger to the health and safety of other members of the UH West Oahu community may also be subject to the Universitys disciplinary procedures. The Universitys disciplinary procedures are described in the Student Conduct Code. Copies are available upon request at the Student Services Office, or at www.uhwo.hawaii/edu/studsr/studentconduct.pdf. Sanctions ranging from warning, suspension, or expulsion may be imposed following a hearing. Both the accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during a campus disciplinary proceeding, and both shall be informed of the outcome of such hearings. Safety Precautions Students and employees are reminded to exercise caution and to actively practice crime prevention. Workshops for students and employees on how to avoid rape and other crimes both on and off campus will be announced in the student newsletter. Criminals often act when opportunities to commit crime present themselves. By taking precautions, such opportunities may be minimized. Keep alert; be aware of your surroundings. Walk briskly. Travel in pairs, if possible. Use escort services. Park and walk in lighted areas. Lock your car, office doors, and windows. Do not leave belongings unattended. Mark and/or engrave valuables. Have keys ready when approaching your car so you will be able to get into your car quickly. Report any suspicious persons(s) or activities. Report any losses or incidents immediately. Do not lend your keys to anyone. They may be lost, stolen, or duplicated. Register bikes and mopeds. Familiarize yourself with the location of phones, blue emergency call box, and the security office. REMEMBER THE PERSON WHO IS MOST RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR SECURITY IS YOU. ALWAYS KEEP SAFETY IN MIND
CRIME STATISTICS AT LEEWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE / UH WEST OAHU CRIMINAL OFFENSE Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter Forcible Sex Offenses (including forcible rape) Nonforcible Sex Offenses Robbery Aggravated Assault Burglary Motor Vehicle Theft Arson Negligent Manslaughter 2004 0 2005 0 2006 0 2007 0
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Authority of Security Personnel Unauthorized individual(s) found loitering on campus will be asked to leave, or if necessary, will be escorted off campus by LCC security personnel. In circumstances where criminal action is suspected or has taken place, the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) will be contacted and suspects will be detained, pending the arrival of police officers from HPD. Sex Offenses As with any criminal offense that occurs on campus, students should report any incidents of rape, attempted rape, or sexual assault to the Vice Chancellor for Administration (454-4742). The student should also notify the Honolulu Police Department (911) and/or LCC Security Office (456-0611). In addition, students should call or go immediately to the Sex Abuse Treatment Center at the Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children (Hotline [phone]). Even if a medical condition does not appear to be indicated, it is important to preserve evidence that may be necessary to prove criminal assault. The Treatment Center can help to obtain that evidence, as well as provide emotional support, counseling, required medical treatment, and information.
Assistance is available at the Student Services Office for students who would like to change their academic situation following an alleged sexual assault incident, as well as for those who need counseling. While forcible rape has long been recognized as a sex offense, students should be made aware that acquaintance (date) rape is also a crime. Use of Alcohol and Illegal Drugs The purchase, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages is regulated by state law. No one under the age of 21 may purchase, possess, or consume alcoholic beverages. In addition, both State and Federal drug laws prohibit the manufacture, distribution, purchase, possession, and use of illegal drugs. In conformance with these laws, UH West Oahu prohibits such activities, illegal drugs and alcohol on University property and at University-sponsored events. Weapons The possession or use of lethal weapons on campus is strictly prohibited. Lethal weapons include but are not limited to firearms, ammunition, spear guns, explosives, and dangerous substances. Any person found in violation may be subject to the provisions of state law, University policy, and the Student Conduct Code.
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ILOs
educational quality and curricular coherence, the University of HawaiiWest Oahu has identified institutional learning outcomes (ILOs) which all students will have achieved upon graduation from UH West Oahu. The ILOs provide guidance to the divisional and concentration outcomes which define the knowledge, skills and abilities of students earning a degree in a specific discipline. ILOs were adopted by the UH West Oahu Faculty Senate in Spring 2000 and revised in Spring 2003, Fall 2004, Spring 2005, and Fall 2007. They address written and oral communication, quantitative literacy, global and indigenous perspectives, and critical thinking and are listed below. Divisional and concentra- tion learning outcomes are listed in each Divisions chapter of this catalog.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Demonstrate clear and effective writing for an intended audience. Clear and effective writing is demonstrated within and across disciplines, utilizing wide-ranging genres. Examples of written communications may include (but are not limited to) narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive prose, developed in the context of essays, research papers, position papers, technical writing, reflections, creative writing, lesson plans, and letters.
To ensure
ORAL COMMUNICATION
Demonstrate clear and effective speaking skills when communicating with an intended audience. Clear and effective speaking skills are demonstrated within and across disciplines. Examples of oral communications may include (but are not limited to) narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive discourse, in the context of preparing and delivering a speech; giving a class presentation; leading a small group discussion; lecturing on or explaining a topic; or debating an issue. Apply mathematical reasoning to obtain accurate results in solving problems. Includes using numerical data and concepts such as numbers, percentages, estimates, tables, graphs, charts, and diagrams to understand and solve problems.
GLOBAL AND INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES
Analyze issues from multiple cultural perspectives to articulate an understanding of the interconnectedness of local and global issues. Includes understanding of local and global linguistic, political, social, economic, environmental, religious, family, educational, etc. systems. Focus is on multicultural/cross-cultural perspectives and frameworks that address local and global issues and concerns and their inter-connectedness. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by applying knowledge, technology, and information to solve problems and make decisions in socially responsible and ethical ways. Includes using research skills, technology, knowledge, ideas, concepts, theories, information, etc. to solve problems and make decisions responsibly and ethically.v
qUANTITATIVE LITERACY
CRITICAL THINkING
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Academic Programs and Graduation Requirements
Students
who choose to study at UH West Oahu have elected to attend a university with an emphasis on the liberal arts and a professional studies curriculum. UH West Oahus programs place major emphasis on quality instruction and on individual student learning. There are multiple opportunities for interaction with peers and faculty. The organization and philosophy of the University assumes that students will take an active part in establishing their educational goals and in planning their educational programs. It is hoped that in attaining their goals, students will take full advantage of UH West Oahus setting to give full expression to their ideas and insights along with other members of this academic community.
MAJORS AND CONCENTRATIONS
UH West Oahus curriculum offers three Baccalaureate degrees: a Bachelor of Arts with four majors: Business Administration, Humanities, Public Administration, and Social Sciences; a Bachelor of Education; and a Bachelor of Applied Science. Each major within the degrees requires students to choose a concentration, or area of study. The requirements for each degree assure the attainment of both breadth and depth of knowledge in the chosen field. Although briefly covered here, details of each degree and concentration are described in more detail in other chapters of this catalog. 1. The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, housed in the Division of Professional Studies, offers two concentrations, in Accounting or General Business Administration. All students pursuing Business Administration are required to take core courses which form the foundation of the major, and to complete a capstone course (i.e., Senior Project or Administrative Practicum). 2. The Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
offers concentrations in English, Hawaiian-Pacific Studies, History, or Philosophy. Students gain breadth in the Humanities by taking six credits in one field that complements the concentration. For example, a student who selects History as their concentration must also take six credits in either English, Philosophy or Hawaiian-Pacific Studies. Students are also required to take the Humanities Basic courses which integrate knowledge from several disciplines. Although not required, skills courses related to study in the Humanities may be included in the students educational program. All students majoring in the Humanities are required to complete a capstone course (i.e., Senior Project or Practicum). 3. The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration is housed in the Division of Professional Studies. Students may choose a concentration in Health Care Administration, General Public Administration or Justice Administration. All students majoring in Public Administration are required to take core courses and complete a capstone course (i.e., Senior Project or Administrative Practicum). A
homeland security certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, and a certificate in Health Care Administration are also offered and may be completed independently or along with the BA degree. 4. The Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences offers concentrations in Anthropology, Applied Track, Early Childhood Education, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology. In addition to required courses in the concentration, students also gain breadth in the social sciences by taking an additional nine credits from a complementary social science field. For example, a student who chooses a concentration in psychology must complete nine credits in one of the following areas: anthropology, sociology, political science, or economics. Social Sciences Basic courses, which integrate knowledge from several disciplines, and/or skills courses, related to study in the social
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sciences must also be completed. All students majoring in Social Sciences are required to complete a capstone course (i.e., Senior Project or Senior Practicum). Certificates in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies and Applied Forensic Anthropology may be completed independently or with the BA degree. 5. The Bachelor of Education currently offers one concentration in Elementary Education (K-6). Building on a strong general education foundation, the concentration offers coursework in Pre-Professional Education and Professional Education (EDEE 400-level). Additionally, students gain breadth of knowledge in a 15 credit hour block of Restricted Electives that is comprised of course work from a single discipline or a multi-disciplinary field of study. For example, students completing the Associate in Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree at Leeward Community College, will meet this requirement by completing the education courses in the AAT. Education (EDEE) course work across the curriculum is field-based. Teacher candidates gain first-hand experience working in elementary classrooms at one of West Oahus partner Professional Development Schools. The program culminates in a 15 week Student Teaching (capstone course) semester that encompasses a Contemporary Ethical Issues (E Focus) seminar.
GRADUATION REqUIREMENTS
Candidates for a degree from the UH West Oahu must be enrolled at UH West Oahu the semester they apply for graduation and must satisfy the following requirements for graduation: General Education core (Foundations and Diversification) and Focus requirements: (Hawaiian, Asian, Pacific Issues, Oral Communication, Contemporary Ethical Issues and Writing-Intensive) requirements. Major and Concentration requirements Credit requirements Grade point average (GPA) requirements
I. General Education and Focus Requirements Freshman students admitted to UH West Oahu are required to complete the General Education and Focus requirements. The General Education requirements consist of two components: foundations and diversification requirements. Focus requirements are university/graduation requirements required of all students. Certification of course work completed to meet general education requirements will be made by the Student Services Office. Questions on the applicability of course work should be directed to the Student Services Office. A. General Education Core Requirements: 1. Foundations Requirements: 12 credits Courses that fulfill Foundations requirements may not be used to fulfill other General Education requirements. a. Written Communication: (FW): 3 credits (Eng 100) Placement into Eng 100 is determined by scores on the COMPASS placement test. Please contact the Student Services Office for details on how to take this test. b. Symbolic Reasoning (FS): 3 credits (Math 103) Placement into Math 103 is determined by scores on the COMPASS placement test. Please contact the Student Services Office for details on how to take this test. c. Global and Multicultural Perspectives (FG): 6 credits, from two different groups. 1. Group A: Primarily before 1500 CE 2. Group B: Primarily after 1500 CE 3. Group C: Pre-history to present 2. Diversification Requirements: 19 credits a. Arts, Humanities and Literature (DA, DH, DL): 6 credits from two different areas. b. Social Sciences (DS): 6 credits from two different areas. c. Natural Sciences (DB, DP, DY): 7 credits with 3 credits from the biological sciences (DB), 3 credits from the physical sciences (DP) and 1 credit of laboratory (DY). B. Focus Requirements: 1. Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Issues (HAP): 1 course 2. Oral Communication (OC): 1 course 3. Contemporary Ethical Issues (ETH): 1 course 4. Writing-Intensive (WI): 3 courses at the upper division level. A minimum of two courses must come from course work outside of the capstone course. C. General Education and Focus Requirements for Transfer Students: A student who has earned an Associate in Arts (AA) degree at one of the University of Hawaiis community colleges or at a regionally accredited institution shall be accepted as having fulfilled the General Education Core (Foundations and Diversification) requirements. Focus requirements are university/graduation requirements required of all students. See previous section for a description of General Education and Focus requirements. Certification of course work completed to meet requirements will be made by the Student Services Office. Questions on the applicability of course work should be directed to Student Services. (CONTINUED ON PAGE 32)
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GRADUATION REqUIREMENTS (contintued)
A transfer student admitted to UH West Oahu without an AA degree, who has earned credits within the University of Hawaii system prior to Fall 2007, will be evaluated for completion of General Education and Focus requirements on a course-by-course basis. Certification of course work completed to meet General Education requirements will be made by the Student Services Office. Questions on the applicability of course work should be directed to the Student Services Office. II. Major and Concentration Requirements: Students seeking a degree must complete a minimum number of upper-division credits in one major as follows: A. Business Administration 1. Thirty credits in Business core courses, including capstone course (Senior Project or Administrative Practicum); 2. Twelve credits in a concentration: Accounting or General Business Administration; 3. ENG 200 Composition II; and 4. Electives (as required to meet the minimum 120 credits, which includes a minimum of 45 upper-division credits for graduation). B. Humanities 1. Six credits in Humanities Basic courses; 2. Twenty-four credits in a concentration (Hawaiian Pacific Studies, History, English, or Philosophy,) including the capstone course (Senior Project or Humanities Practicum); 3. Six credits in one additional Humanities field (Complementary area); 4. ENG 200 Composition II; and 5. Electives (as required to meet the minimum 120 credits, which includes a minimum of 45 upper-division credits for graduation). C. Public Administration 1. Twenty-seven credits in Public Administration core courses, including the capstone course (Senior Project or Administrative Practicum); 2. Twelve credits in a concentration: General Public Administration or Justice Administration; 3. ENG 200 Composition II; and 4. Three upper-division credits from an approved list of social sciences electives; and 5. Electives (as required to meet the minimum 120 credits, which includes a minimum of 45 upper-division credits for graduation). D. Social Sciences 1. Nine credits in Social Sciences Basic and Skills courses; 2. Twenty-one credits in one Social Science concentration, including the capstone course (Senior Project or Social Sciences Practicum) as applicable to the concentration; 3. Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration (complementary area); 4. ENG 200 Composition II; and 5. Electives (as required to meet the minimum 120 credits, which includes a minimum of 45 upper-division credits for graduation). Early Childhood Education students must take Social Science electives from areas outside of Early Childhood Education course work and the area chosen for the Complementary area. E. Bachelor of Education: Elementary Education 1. Twenty-one credits in the Pre-professional Teache Education program; 2. ENG 200 Composition II; 3. Fifteen credits in a Restricted Elective field; and 4. Forty-four credits in the 400-level series for the Professional Teacher Education, including the capstone course (Professional Student Teaching Semester and Seminar). F. Bachelor of Applied Science 1. Eighteen credits in the applied science core including the capstone course (APSC Senior Project or Practicum) 2. ENG 200 Composition II; 3. Electives (as required to meet the minimum 120 credits, which includes a minimum of 45 upper division credits for graduation). III. Credit Requirements: The minimum requirement for a Bachelors degree is 120-125 credits of applicable college-level work, depending on the degree. A. Of these 120-125 credits, a minimum of 45 must be earned in upper-division courses, or courses at the 300 and 400 level. B. Residency requirement: A minimum of 30 credits must be earned in residence through courses taken at the University of HawaiiWest Oahu. Credits earned through credit by examination or other equivalency may not be used to fulfill the residency requirement. C. The maximum number of credits from lower-division courses, and credit/no credit courses applicable to this requirement are as follows: 1. From a community college, or other lower-division program, 75 transferable college-level credits; and 2. From credit/no credit courses, 24 transferable college-level credit IV. Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirements: Three grade point averages (GPA), each 2.0 or higher, are required for graduation: A. Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Applied Science: 1. An average GPA of 2.0 or higher based on all courses completed in the area of concentration (concentration GPA). 2. An average GPA of 2.0 or higher based on all courses completed at the University of Hawaii West Oahu (cumulative GPA); 3. An average GPA of 2.0 or higher based on all courses completed at the University of HawaiiWest Oahu and all other colleges/ universities (overall GPA). B. Bachelor of Education: B.Ed. GPA requirements are based on licensure requirements. 1. A minimum 2.5 cumulative/overall GPA is required for entry into the 400-level Professional Teacher Education coursework. 2. A minimum GPA of 2.75 cumulative based on completed EDEE courses at the University of HawaiiWest Oahu is required for admission to the Professional Student Teaching semester.
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6. The Bachelor of Applied Science is designed to meet the academic and professional needs of students who have earned two-year technical or professional degrees (i.e., Associate in Science) from one of the University of Hawaii Community Colleges. Currently, there are three concentration areas: Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology, Culinary Management, and Respiratory Management; other concentration areas are currently being developed in partnership with UH West Oahu and the University of Hawaii Community Colleges. This degree will provide an interdisciplinary core knowledge base that will serve as a shared foundation for a variety of AS programs. The objectives for the Bachelor of Applied Science degree are to prepare students to meet the changing standards in various skilled occupations and to address state workforce needs. The degree has been designed to be sufficiently flexible to allow for some variance in the
degree requirements and the number of credits required for each concentration. This ensures that students in markedly different fields obtain sufficient grounding in the core applied science coursework, the necessary theoretical and specialized knowledge in their concentration area, and in general education core and focus requirements. All concentrations within this degree will culminate in a capstone course (i.e., Senior Project or Practicum) which reflects their area of interest.
under the same major; only one degree will be awarded (e.g. a major in Social Sciences with a concentration in Psychology and Sociology). Students interested in these options must consult with a Student Services advisor.
COMMENCEMENT
Students who are nearing completion of their academic program must submit an application for graduation at the beginning of their final semester to receive their degrees. Deadline dates for graduation applications are printed in the Registration Bulletin, sent via the email newsletter The West Press Express, and in the Academic Calendar of this catalog. Degrees are formally conferred at a commencement ceremony conducted at the end of the fall and spring semesters. Participants are required to wear caps and gowns, which may be purchased for a nominal fee.
DEGREE ALTERNATIVES
It is possible for students entering the UH West Oahu with a Bachelors degree from another college or university to earn a second Bachelors degree in a different academic field. It is also possible for students working toward their first Bachelors degree at the UH Oahu to declare two majors for dual Bachelors degrees. In some cases, a student may select more than one concentration
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Division of Education
The
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education (K-6) is housed within the Division of Education. The program of study includes four categories of coursework: General Education core (includes Foundations and Diversification) and focus requirement, Pre-professional Education, and Professional Teacher Education (EDEE 400-level) requirements. Additionally, teacher candidates gain depth of content knowledge in a 15-credit hour block of Restricted Electives comprised of coursework in a single or a multi-disciplinary field of study. Elementary Education (EDEE) coursework across the curriculum is field-based. Teacher candidates engage in firsthand experiences working in elementary classrooms at one of UH West Oahus partner Professional Development Schools. The program culminates in a 16 week Student Teaching semester that encompasses a Contemporary Ethical Issues (ETH Focus) seminar.
inform practice. Demonstrate professionalism. Foster parent and school community relationships. tered teaching and learning, and an orientation to social justice. The program of study encompasses an innovative, field-based teacher preparation program, as well as public service activities, in support of the continuing development of West Oahu communities. Graduates are eligible for teaching licensure by the State of Hawaii in Elementary Education (K-6)
DIVISIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
UH West Oahu seeks to assure educational quality and curricular coherence by describing institutional learning outcomes for all students. Student learning outcomes for Education majors are fully aligned with the standards of the teaching profession, as required by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB) and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Graduates of the Bachelor of Education degree in Elementary Education will be able to: Focus on learners to promote student success. Create and maintain a safe and positive learning environment. Adapt to learner diversity. Foster effective communication in the learning environment. Demonstrate knowledge of content. Design and provide meaningful learning experiences. Use active learning strategies. Use assessment strategies and analyze results to
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education (K-6) prepares highly qualified teachers with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that support standards-based education, student-cen-
REqUIREMENTS FOR TEACHER EDUCATION:
General Education Core and Focus Requirements: Bachelor of Education teacher candidates fulfill the UH West Oahu General Education core (foundations and diversification) and focus (graduation) requirements. The Elementary Education concentration specifies certain categories of courses that will fulfill General Education requirements and meet accreditation standards for teacher licensing in the State of Hawaii. Please consult with a Student Services advisor, or your faculty advisor for a list of recommended courses. Course work includes but is not limited to: I. Foundations Requirements Written Communication (FW) ENG 100 Composition I (CONTINUED ON PAGE 35)
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Global and Multicultural Perspectives (FG) History (other than Asian/Pacific) Geography (world regional) Symbolic Reasoning (FS) MATH 112 Math for Elementary School Teachers II II. Diversification Art, Humanities or Literature Art or Music appreciation Childrens Literature Social Sciences PSY 100 Survey of Psychology a restricted elective in the Social Sciences Natural Sciences any courses that meet the biological and physical science designation and a lab III. Focus Requirements Oral Communication (OC Focus) Hawaiian, Asian or Pacific (HAP Focus) Professional Semester Seminar (ETH Focus embedded within the coursework) Writing-Intensive (WI Focus) coursework: 3 courses at the upper division level; the Student Teaching capstone counts as one course. Pre-professional Teacher Education: Students interested in becoming elementary education teachers may declare Elementary Education as their major upon admission to the UH West Oahu. An official declaration of a major in education is required for registration in 200- and 300-level EDEE courses. The 39-credit Pre-professional curriculum is as follows: Educational Foundations (12) MATH 111 Math for Elem. School Teachers I (3) ENG 383 Childrens Literature (Counts as general education requirement: Diversification Literature)
PSY 340 PSY 342 EDEE 297
Childhood & Adolescence (3) Educational Psychology (3) Educational Media & Technology (3)
Pre-professional Teacher Education (12) Co-Rec EDEE 201 Intro. to Teaching as a Career (2) EDEE 200 Early Field Experience (1) EDEE 310 EDEE 325 EDEE 324 Education in a Global Society (3) Creative & Performing Arts (3) Health, PE, & Movement (3)
Restricted Electives (15) Fifteen credits of restricted electives are also required and may be completed at any time during the students program of study. Restricted electives are a block of coursework from a single discipline (e.g., English, mathematics, science, or social studies) or an approved set of interdisciplinary courses. Please consult your Student Services advisor, or your faculty advisor for appropriate coursework in this category. Criminal History Check Prior to an elementary school placement in the pre-professional early field experience (EDEE 200), teacher candidates must undergo fingerprinting and security clearance, arranged through the State of Hawaii Department of Education. Under Hawaii Revised Statutes, the Department of Education (DOE) has authorization to perform criminal history checks on teacher candidates who come in close proximity to public school students. This criminal history check ensures that teacher candidates in public schools do not pose a risk to the health, safety and well-being of students. Once teacher candidates received clearance from the DOE, they may participate in all field-based coursework. Procedures for fingerprinting are as follows:
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Students are required to bring their Social Security Card and a valid picture ID (e.g. drivers license, student ID, state ID, etc.) at the time of fingerprinting. Students are required to complete Employment Suitability Check for Department of Education Employees (Personnel Form 90 in section III) Students will be assessed a $19.25 fee for fingerprinting services. Personal checks or cashier checks only. Fingerprinting will take place at the following location: Hawaii Department of Education Office of Human Resources EBC Section 680 Iwilei Road, Suite 490 Honolulu, HI 96817 Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 AM 4 PM Professional Teacher Education: Teacher candidates seeking admission to the professional teacher education component (400-level EDEE courses) of the program must submit an Application for Professional Teacher Education (APTE) to the Office of Student Services. Formal admission will be granted upon completion of the following requirements: Praxis I (Pre-professional Skills Test or the PPST) Passing scores: Reading (172), Math (173), and Writing (171) or a Composite Score of 516, with no single test score lower than 170. Completion of a minimum of 45 credits; Completion of EDEE 200, 201, 310; and ENG 200 with a C or higher grade; 2.5 overall grade point average (GPA); and Fingerprinting completed. The 43-credit Professional Teacher Education curriculum is as follows: EDEE 401 Diversity in American Education (3) [Writing Intensive] EDEE 405 Educating Special Needs Students (3) EDEE 415 Teaching Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Learners (3) [Writing Intensive] Block A Co-Rec. EDEE 420 Literacy Methods I (3) Social Studies Methods I (2) EDEE 425 EDEE 400A Practicum (Primary, K-3) (1) Block B Co-Rec. EDEE 430 Literacy Methods II (3) EDEE 435 Social Studies Methods II (2) EDEE 400B Practicum (Upper Elem., 4-6) (1) Block C Co-Rec. EDEE 440 Math Methods I (2) EDEE 445 Science Methods I (2) EDEE 400C Practicum (Primary, K-3) (1) Block D Co-Rec. EDEE 450 Math Methods II (2) EDEE 455 Science Methods II (2) EDEE 400D Practicum (Upper Elem., 4-6) (1) The Professional Semester EDEE 490 Student Teaching (10) [Writing Intensive] EDEE 490S Student Teaching Seminar (2) [ETH Focus] The Professional Student Teaching Semester: An Application for Student Teaching must be filed with the Student Services Office by the first day of the semester preceding enrollment in student teaching. The following requirements must be met prior to enrollment. Completion of all EDEE foundations, methods, and field experience courses; 2.75 overall or higher GPA for the Methods Block courses (400-level series); and 2.5 overall or higher GPA, with no grade lower than a C for all EDEE courses. The Professional Semester EDEE 490 Student Teaching (10) [Writing Intensive] EDEE 490S Student Teaching Seminar (2) [ETH Focus] The 16-week Student Teaching semester includes 10 credits of student teaching and a two-credit seminar that focuses on the ethics of the teaching profession (E-Focus). Praxis II exam preparation is also addressed during the seminar. Teacher candidates are required to complete a Praxis exam preparation module and are strongly encouraged to take their required licensure exams prior to graduation. Student teaching must be completed in the State of Hawaii, at a designated Professional Development School that is in partnership with UH West Oahu. Pre-service teacher candidates are advised that the full-time nature of the student teaching semester precludes being able to work full- or part-time at another job outside of education. Full-time Department of Education (DOE) teachers and teacher aids will be able to complete their student teaching in the school where they are employed. Licensure: Earning the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree does not guarantee an elementary school K-6 teaching license. The State of Hawaii teacher licensure process requires a second Praxis Exam: Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT, K-6: Passing Score: 163). Teacher candidates are advised to prepare for and take the exam during the Professional Student Teaching semester or the semester in which they will graduate. The UH West Oahu Division of Education is committed to helping students successfully pass all Praxis exams required for teacher licensure by the Hawaii Teachers Standards Board (HTSB). Students are encouraged to contact the Student Services Office for more information regarding Praxis exam preparation, testing dates, and sites.
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Division of Humanities
LEARNING OUTCOMES
To assure educational quality and curricular coherence, UH West Oahu has identified standards appropriate for Humanities students. Students at UH West Oahu are expected to apply certain educational skills towards mastering material in an academic major and concentration. These skills are listed in a set of Divisional and Concentration Learning Outcomes.
American, and World literatures. Discuss and write about drama, poetry, prose, and film using appropriate techniques in literary scholarship. Demonstrate application of critical thinking skills for various genres of literature and literary study. Graduates with a concentration in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies from UH West Oahu will be able to: demonstrate a basic overview knowledge of Pacific geography, history and cultures of Pacific peoples, islands, and nations. demonstrate in-depth knowledge of specific aspects of the cultures of the Hawaiian people and/or the cultures of Pacific Islanders (such as art, dance, contemporary or traditional literature, traditional history and culture, contemporary issues and culture) conduct research on specific Hawaiian-Pacific Studies topics, using primary and secondary sources, and critically analyze findings. present well-organized and competent research findings or creative work on specific HawaiianPacific Studies topics in writing, orally, performances or other acceptable media. speak, read and write in Hawaiian or another Pacific language, incorporating research at appropriate levels. demonstrate a knowledge of indigenous Hawaiian and Pacific worldviews and perspectives Graduates with a concentration in History from UH West Oahu will be able to:
DIVISIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates with a major in Humanities from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate a knowledge of the history, philosophy, arts, and/or literature of different cultures from different global regions and indigenous traditions including Native Hawaiian. Analyze contemporary issues from multiple cultural perspectives of global regions and indigenous traditions including Native Hawaiian. Demonstrate an understanding of different Humanities disciplines concepts, methods, primary sources, and knowledge. Demonstrate well-organized and competent writing in Humanities subjects, particularly in their discipline of study in Humanities. Deliver well-organized, competent oral presentations on Humanities subjects to relevant audiences. Analyze research questions, problems, and issues in Humanities subjects. Graduates with a concentration in English from UH West Oahu should be able to: Identify genres and historical periods of British,
Write expository prose about the causes of significant events in history to a set specification (i.e. Chicago Manual of Style, Turabian) or the discursive equivalent in other media as determined by faculty. Give speeches that involve the use of history (either historical topics, or the use of history in the classroom). Analyze historical developments in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Pacific. Make clear historical arguments and develop them using recognized historical methods. Use sources such as novels, film, music, art, history texts, or newspapers to analyze historical issues. Graduates with a concentration in Philosophy from UH West Oahu will be able to: Identify major philosophers in the history of Western philosophy Identify major world philosophies . Apply philosophies to other disciplines. Analyze contemporary issues and construct original solutions. Present philosophical ideas concisely in a thesis driven paper. Articulate philosophical ideas orally in either a formal or informal presentation.
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HUMANITIES MAJOR REqUIREMENTS
Students majoring in the Humanities should complete 36 credits as follows: 1. Six credits in Humanities basic courses; 2. Twenty-four credits in either Hawaiian-Pacific Studies, History, English, or Philosophy, including HUM 486 Senior Project or HUM 490 Humanities Practicum; and 3. Six credits in one additional Humanities concentration. Humanities Basic Course Requirements Two of the major emphases of Humanities are multi-cultural perspectives (gaining knowledge about other cultures and being able to critically analyze and compare this information) and multi-disciplinary perspectives. Four Humanities basic courses are offered to introduce the student to multi-cultural concepts and ideas in Western, Eastern, or Hawaiian-Pacific cultural traditions. These courses also provide the student with knowledge on the approaches of different Humanities disciplines in studying these traditions. Students majoring in Humanities must take a minimum of two of these Humanities basic courses (six credits). HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions is required for students concentrating in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies. Humanities Basic Courses HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern and Western HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions Humanities Skills Courses Electives Students may elect to take Humanities skills courses. These are not required courses, rather they are electives. These are focused on specific writing skills that may be relevant to a students concentration and career choices. HUM 311 Creative Writing HUM 390 Teaching Writing Humanities Practicum or Senior Project Courses In their final year, Humanities students take either the Humanities Practicum (HUM 490) or Senior Project (HUM 486). This counts as the third upper division writing intensive course. These are independent studies courses in Humanities, taken under a specific advisor in their concentration. The Senior Project is typically a research paper done on a topic of interest to the student. Alternatively, it may be a creative writing project, or it could be a curriculum prepared for a school course. It can also be in alternative formats, such as video or combined media. These details are worked out with the students senior project advisor. The Practicum is an experiential learning project, working with a professional(s) in an area of interest to the student. The practicum is typically done off-campus. The student has a practicum site supervisor, in addition to the specific advisor in their concentration. Humanities Concentrations English (ENG) For students with a concentration in English, 36 credits are required including: 1. Six credits chosen from the Humanities Basic Courses: HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition
HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern and Western HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions 2. ENG 300 Methods of Literary Interpretation 3. Six credits from the Survey Cluster: ENG 320 World Literature (topics will vary) ENG 330 Early British Literature ENG 331 17th & 18th Century British Literature ENG 332 19th Century British Literature ENG 333 20th Century British Literature ENG 340 Early American Literature ENG 341 19th Century American Literature ENG 342 20th Century American Literature 4. Six credits from the Theme Cluster: ENG 380 Multicultural & Postcolonial Literature ENG 401 Existentialism & the Human Condition ENG 410 The Bible as Literature ENG 441 Gender & Sexuality in Literature & Film ENG 470 Literature as History ENG 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii ENG 478 Hawaiian Mythology II ENG 479 Hawaiian Mythology I ENG 481 Plantation Fictions 5. Six credits from the Film Cluster: ENG 360 Literature and Film ENG 361 History of Film ENG 362 Genres and Directors (topics will vary) 6. Additional courses in the concentration as recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. Courses may be used only once to fulfill cluster, concentration, or elective requirements towards graduation. ENG 320 World Literature (topics will vary) ENG 330 Early British Literature ENG 331 17th and 18th Century British Literature ENG 332 19th Century British Literature ENG 333 20th Century British Literature ENG 340 Early American Literature ENG 341 19th Century American Literature ENG 342 20th Century American Literature ENG 360 Literature and Film ENG 361 History of Film ENG 362 Genres and Directors (topics will vary) ENG 380 Multicultural & Postcolonial Literatures ENG 383 Childrens Literature ENG 401 Existentialism and the Human Condition ENG 410 The Bible as Literature ENG 441 Gender & Sexuality in Literature & Film ENG 470 Literature as History ENG 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii ENG 477 Polynesian and Micronesian Mythology ENG 478 Hawaiian Mythology II ENG 479 Hawaiian Mythology I
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ENG 480 Contemporary Literature of the Pacific ENG 481 Plantation Fictions ENG 496 Selected Topics in Literature and Film (v) ENG 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 7. Six credits from one additional area of Humanities (Complementary Area). 8. HUM 486 Senior Project or HUM 490 Humanities Practicum. Hawaiian-Pacific Studies (HPST) Hawaiian-Pacific Studies is the study of the Hawaiian people and their culture, and of other Pacific Islanders and their cultures. There is a large number of Pacific Island societies scattered across the vast Pacific Ocean. Regions of the Pacific include Australia, Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia - with Hawaii being part of Polynesia. The societies of the Pacific have their own unique histories, languages, cultures, literature, arts, social structure, architecture, and contemporary issues. This program offers a wide array of courses on Hawaii and the Pacific Islands, enabling the student to gain an overview of the Pacific peoples and an in-depth knowledge of specific aspects of the cultures of Hawaii and the Pacific. These courses come from a variety of disciplines. Students in this concentration have used their degree in careers in various K-12 education and counseling fields. The concentration is also a steppingstone to graduate school programs in a variety of disciplines such as history, folklore, art history, anthropology, education, Hawaiian Studies and Pacific Island Studies. For students with a concentration in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies, 36 credits are required including: 1. Six credits in Humanities basic courses: HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions, and three additional credits in one of the following: HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern and Western 2. Three credits chosen from the Oral Traditions Cluster: HPST 477 Polynesian and Micronesian Mythology HPST 478 Hawaiian Mythology II HPST 479 Hawaiian Mythology I 3. Three credits chosen from the Literature Cluster: HPST 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii HPST 480 Contemporary Literature of the Pacific 4. Three credits chosen from the History Cluster: HPST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow HPST 471 Polynesia Before European Contact HPST 482 Pacific Islands HPST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii HPST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii 5. Additional courses in the discipline as listed below. Courses may be used only once to fulfill cluster, concentration, or elective requirements towards graduation: HPST 311 Hawaiis Economy HPST 326 Hawaiian and Pacific Environments HPST 330 Science and Technology in Pre-Contact Hawaii HPST 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity HPST 365 Geography of the Pacific HPST 380 Field Archaeology (v)
HPST 381 Hawaii Politics HPST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow HPST 437 Pacific Archaeology HPST 450 Pacific Islanders Diaspora Experiences HPST 456 Peoples of Hawaii HPST 461 Traditional Art of Hawaii HPST 462 Traditional Art of the Pacific HPST 471 Polynesia Before European Contact HPST 474 Economies of the Pacific Basin HPST 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii HPST 477 Polynesian and Micronesian Mythology HPST 478 Hawaiian Mythology II HPST 479 Hawaiian Mythology I HPST 480 Contemporary Literature of the Pacific HPST 482 Pacific Islands HPST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii HPST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii HPST 495 Research Methods (topics will vary) HPST 496 Selected Topics in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies (v) HPST 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 6. Six credits from one additional area of Humanities (Complementary Area). 7. HUM 486 Senior Project or HUM 490 Humanities Practicum. History (HIST) For students with a concentration in History, 36 credits are required including: 1. Six credits chosen from Humanities basic courses: HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern & Western HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions 2. Three credits from the American History cluster: HIST 318 Asian American History HIST 374 American Intellectual History HIST 393 U.S. Military History HIST 461 The British in America: 1607-1763 HIST 462 The Formative Years: U.S. History 1763-1841 HIST 463 U.S. History 1840-1920 HIST 464 The Triumph of Mass Culture: The United States Since 1920 HIST 466 The United States in the Pacific HIST 470 Literature as History 3. Three creduts from the Asian History cluster: HIST 306 History of Southeast Asia HIST 311 Chinese Culture HIST 312 Modern China HIST 318 Asian American History HIST 321 Japanese Culture HIST 322 Modern Japan HIST 328 Modern Korea 4. Three creduts from the European History cluster: HIST 338 Modern European History HIST 354 History of Russia HIST 433 Middle Ages, 300-1300 A.D.
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cultures and being able to critically analyze and compare this information), multi-disciplinary perspectives, and writing abilities. The student must take two of four Humanities Basic Courses that are designed to introduce the student to broad concepts and ideas in Western, Eastern, or Hawaiian-Pacific cultural traditions. The student then concentrates in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies, History, English, or Philosophy focusing most of their coursework in one of these concentrations. Additionally, to further promote gaining the views of different disciplines, students must take two courses in a second Humanities concentration. Last, in their final year, the student does a Humanities senior project or senior practicum in the field of their specialization (concentration). Students must complete a minimum 3 courses of upper division Writing-Intensive courses which includes the Humanities senior project or practicum course.
5. Three creduts from the Hawaiian-Pacific History cluster: HIST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow HIST 471 Polynesia before European Contact HIST 482 Pacific Islands HIST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii HIST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii 6. Additional courses in the concentration listed below. Courses may be used only once to fulfill cluster, concentration, or elective requirements towards graduation. HIST 306 History of Southeast Asia HIST 308 Science and the Modern Prospect HIST 311 Chinese Culture HIST 312 Modern China HIST 318 Asian American History HIST 321 Japanese Culture HIST 322 Modern Japan HIST 328 Modern Korea HIST 338 Modern European History HIST 354 History of Russia HIST 374 American Intellectual History HIST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow HIST 393 U.S. Military History HIST 433 Middle Ages, 300-1300 A.D. HIST 437 Pacific Archaeology HIST 461 The British in America: 1607-1763 HIST 462 The Formative Years: U.S. History 1763-1841 HIST 463 U.S. History 1840-1920 HIST 464 The Triumph of Mass Culture: The United States Since 1920 HIST 466 The United States in the Pacific HIST 470 Literature as History HIST 471 Polynesia Before European Contact HIST 482 Pacific Islands HIST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii HIST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii HIST 496 Selected Topics in History (v) HIST 499 Directed Reading and Research (v)
7. Six credits from one additional area of Humanities (Complementary Area). 8. HUM 486 Senior Project or HUM 490 Humanities Practicum Philosophy (PHIL) For students with a concentration in Philosophy, 36 credits are required, including: 1. Six credits chosen from the Humanities basic courses: HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern and Western HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions 2. Nine credits from the following required courses: PHIL 300 Ancient Philosophy PHIL 301 Modern Philosophy PHIL 470 Studies in Asian Philosophy (topics will vary) 3. Additional courses in the concentration as recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. Courses may be used only once to fulfill concentration, or elective requirements towards graduation. PHIL 302 Political Philosophy PHIL 308 Science and the Modern Prospect PHIL 310 Understanding Contemporary Philosophy PHIL 311 Philosophy of Law PHIL 312 Ethical Studies PHIL 325 Philosophy of Economics PHIL 401 Existentialism and the Human Condition PHIL 435 The Religious Dimension of Human Life PHIL 439 Philosophy and Film PHIL 481 Ethics and Administration PHIL 482 Environmental Ethics PHIL 496 Selected Topics in Philosophy (v) PHIL 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 4. Six credits from one additional area of Humanities (Complementary Area). 5. HUM 486 Senior Project or HUM 490 Humanities Practicum
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Division of Professional Studies
LEARNING OUTCOMES
To assure educational quality and curricular coherence, UH West Oahu has identified standards appropriate for Professional Studies students. Students at UH West Oahu are expected to apply specific knowledg and skills towards mastering material in an academic major and concentration. These skills are listed in a set of Divisional and Concentration Learning Outcomes.
mulate and summarize financial information for decision making. Analyze, evaluate, and report financial information to the appropriate individuals and organizations. Graduates with a concentration in General Business Administration from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate written communication skills in the field of business administration. Demonstrate oral communication skills in the field of business administration. Demonstrate quantitative, technological, and analytical skills necessary for problem solving in the field of business administration. Identify international,global and local issues affecting the business environment. Demonstrate general management knowledge. Exhibit knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities of organizations and society. Graduates with a concentration in Health Care Administration from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate proficiency in understanding the central concepts of healthcare systems, management and policy from local, global and international perspectives. Analyze and provide solutions to health care problems, and policy and ethical dilemmas through clear and effective communication skills. Demonstrate proficiency in using critical thinking skills necessary for responsible administrative, managerial and leadership positions in
DIVISIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates with a major in Business Administration or a major in Public Administration from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate critical thinking, research, and communication skills as applied to the public and private sectors. Explain the cross-cultural context of public and private institutions operating in a global environment. Manage diversity issues within an organizational framework. Identify major issues in todays public and private institutions. Demonstrate the integrative knowledge, skills, and ethics necessary for responsible administrative, management and leadership positions. Demonstrate the management, legal, ethical, and behavioral skills for effective job performance and career mobility.
health care organizations. Graduates with a concentration in General Public Administration from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate written communication skills in the field of public administration. Demonstrate oral communication skills in the field of public administration. Demonstrate quantitative, technological, and analytical skills necessary for problem solving in the field of public administration. Graduates with a concentration in Justice Administration from UH West Oahu will be able to: Apply the principles of justice administration to local, state, and federal judicial systems through clear and effective communication skills. Identify and evaluate problems, policy dilemmas, and solutions in justice administration.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Division of Professional Studies provides students with the option of earning a bachelor degree in Business Administration (BABA) or Public Administration (BAPA). Students pursuing a program in Business Administration may concentrate in Accounting or in General Business Administration. Students pursuing a program in Public Administration may concentrate in Health Care Administartion, Justice Administration or in General Public Administration. A certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management and a certificate in Health Care Administration are also available.
CONCENTRATION LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates with a concentration in Accounting from UH West Oahu will be able to: Apply the accounting skills necessary to accu-
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Students pursuing either the BABA or BAPA must take core courses in their area of study, including a capstone course and courses in their respective areas of concentration. ENG 200 (Composition II) is required of all students earning the BAPA and BABA degrees. Students must complete a minimum of three courses of upper division, Writing-Intensive (WI) course work, including the Senior Project or Administrative Practicum. It is highly recommended that students consult with a faculty advisor before beginning course work.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (BABA) prepares students for management roles in business. Students receive a solid foundation in business objectives and processes. All BABA students are provided with an understanding of the perspectives that form the context of business, including ethical and global issues; the influence of political, social, legal, regulatory, environmental, and technological issues; and the impact of demographic diversity on organizations.
Students who choose to study general business will receive a broad educational experience that will be relevant to many functional areas in the private or public sector, or self-employment or entrepreneurship. Those who choose the accounting concentration will receive the educational foundation for entry to a wide range of accounting and business careers, including a path to public accounting as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MAJOR REqUIREMENTS
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration must complete the following: 1. Twenty-one credits of core course work is required: BUSA 300 Principles of Marketing BUSA 312 Intermediate Financial Accounting I BUSA 320 Statistics for Decision-Making BUSA 321 Business Finance BUSA 345 Management Information Systems BUSA 386 Global Management and Organizational Behavior BUSA 435 Strategic Planning 2. Capstone requirement: Three credits from one of the following, to be taken in the senior year: BUSA 486 Senior Project, or BUSA 490 Administrative Practicum, or BUSA 494 Small Business Institute Supervised Field Study 3. Twelve credits in the area of Concentration (either General Business Administration or Accounting). 4. Six credits of Economics at the lower division level: ECON 130 Introduction to Microeconomics ECON 131 Introduction to Macroeconomics 5. ENG 200 Composition II Students in the Neighbor Island distance learning program for General Business Administration or Accounting should review the program requirements listed in the Distance Learning and Other Programs chapter. NOTE: It is strongly recommended that students take a course in business law for both General Business Administration and Accounting. Business law is also a topic on the Certified Public Accountant exam. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATIONS Accounting (ACC) Students with a concentration in Accounting will complete twelve credits, chosen from the following: BUSA 313 Intermediate Financial Accounting II BUSA 318 Intermediate Managerial Accounting BUSA 319 Tax Concepts BUSA 414 Governmental Accounting
BUSA 415 BUSA 416 BUSA 418 BUSA 419 BUSA 496 BUSA 499
Auditing Accounting Information Systems Advanced Accounting Corporate and Partnership Tax Selected Topics in Business Administration (Accounting Topics) (v) Directed Reading and Research (v)
NOTE: It is recommended that students in Accounting may take additional Accounting coursework as electives, to meet the requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant Examination. General Business Administration (BUSA) Students with a concentration in General Business Administration will complete twelve credits with a minimum of three credits from the Accounting, Economics and Marketing clusters. The last three credits may come from any BUSA designated class (course work not used for core, capstone or cluster requirements): Accounting Cluster BUSA 313 Intermediate Financial Accounting II BUSA 318 Intermediate Managerial Accounting BUSA 319 Tax Concepts BUSA 414 Governmental Accounting BUSA 415 Auditing BUSA 416 Accounting Information Systems BUSA 418 Advanced Accounting BUSA 419 Corporate and Partnership Tax BUSA 496 Selected Topics in Business Administration (Accounting Topics) Economics Cluster ECON 300 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory ECON 301 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory ECON 302 Managerial Economics Marketing Cluster BUSA 304 Consumer Behavior BUSA 305 Advertising and Promotion Management BUSA 364 Retailing Management BUSA 408 International Marketing
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration (BAPA) prepares students for supervisory and management roles in the public sector. Students will receive a solid foundation in public sector practices and processes complemented by course work in the social sciences. All BAPA students will receive a fundamental understanding of, and appreciation for, public sector management practices and administrative procedures. With the BAPA, students will have the preparation to pursue graduate degrees in varied programs, such as Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Health Care Administration, Urban and Regional Planning, Management Science, and others. The Health Care Administration concentration prepares students for supervisory, management, and leadership roles in the dynamic and growing health care field. Students who choose to study General Public Administration will be prepared for government service at the local, state, and national levels. For those already working in the field, this program will provide the opportunity to more fully develop management, legal, and behavioral skills for more effective job performance and greater career mobility. Those who choose to pursue the Justice Administration concentration will have the educational foundation to pursue career paths in justice-related fields. Those already employed in the field may upgrade their knowledge and professional skills. With the BABA, students will be well prepared to pursue advanced degrees such as the Master of Business Administration or Accountancy at graduate schools.
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MAJOR REqUIREMENTS
Students pursuing a degree in Public Administration must complete the following: 1. Twenty-four credits of core course work is required. PUBA 306 Principles of Public Administration PUBA 310 Research Methods in the Public Sector PUBA 313 Communication Skills for Administrators PUBA 340 Administrative Decision-Making PUBA 341 Statistics for Decision-Making in Public Administration or SSCI 210 Applied Statistics I, or BUSA 320 Statistics for Decision-Making PUBA 351 Human Resources Administration PUBA 414 Public Communication Campaigns PUBA 475 Administrative Law 2. Capstone requirement: Three credits from one of the following, to be taken in the senior year: PUBA 486 Senior Project, or PUBA 490 Administrative Practicum 3. Twelve credits in the area of concentration 4. ENG 200 Composition II 5. Three credits from the following approved list of social science electives: (courses may be used only once to fulfill concentration or elective requirements towards graduation) ANTH 459 Forensic Investigations ANTH 460 Advanced Techniques in Forensic Anthropolgy ECON (any course at the upper-division level) POLS 316 Constitutional Law POLS 330 American Politics PSY 353 Conflict Resolution PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness PSY 475 Psychology of Healing PSY 480 Organizational Behavior SOC 329 Organizations, Individuals, and Society SOC 334 Deviant Behavior SOC 411 Aging in Mass Society SOC 431 Juvenile Delinquency SOC 434 Criminology
Public Administration Academic Concentrations Health Care Administration (HCAD) Students with a concentration in Health Care Administration must take the following nine credits: PUBA 301 Health Care Administration PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics and Law PUBA 303 Financial Concepts in Health Care Management In addition, students choose one elective from the following: PUBA 307 Community Health Analysis PUBA 318 Managed Care PUBA 319 Long Term Care PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care PUBA 470 Program Planning and Evaluation PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior PUBA 481 Ethics and Administration PUBA 496 Selected Topics in Health Care Administration NOTE: Students are strongly recommended to take PUBA 307, PUBA 318, PUBA 319 or PUBA 446. Justice Administration (JAD) Students with a concentration in Justice Administration must complete PUBA 409 Legal Foundations of Justice Administration, and nine credits chosen from the following: PUBA 305 Managing Criminal Justice Agencies PUBA 309 Criminal Law and Procedures PUBA 315 Survey Techniques for Administrators PUBA 316 Constitutional Law PUBA 320 Correctional Administration PUBA 321 Probation, Parole, and Community-Based Corrections PUBA 322 Issues in Community Policing PUBA 324 Media, Violence, and Crime PUBA 326 Ethical Dilemmas in Criminal Justice PUBA 355 Labor-Management Relations PUBA 406 Contemporary Problems of Justice Administration in America PUBA 410 Issues in Criminal Investigation PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 431 Juvenile Delinquency PUBA 434 Criminology PUBA 435 Domestic Violence (CONTINUED ON PAGE 44)
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PUBA 461 Social Dimensions of Disaster Response PUBA 496 Selected Topics in Public Administration (Justice Administration Topics) PUBA 499 Directed Reading and Research NOTE: Students from Honolulu Community College who transfer to UH West Oahu after completing the Associate of Applied Science degree in Administration of Justice under the terms of the UH West Oahu and Honolulu Community College Articulation Agreement will be waived from certain requirements for the BAPA with a concentration in Justice Administration. Students who fall under this agreement should consult a Faculty Advisor or a Student Services Advisor prior to beginning their program. General Public Administration (PUBG) Students with a concentration in General Public Administration must complete twelve credits, chosen from the following courses: PUBA 301 Health Care Administration PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics, and Law PUBA 303 Financial Concepts in Health Management PUBA 307 Community Health Analysis PUBA 312 Bureaucratic Politics PUBA 315 Survey Techniques for Administrators PUBA 318 Managed Care PUBA 319 Long Term Care PUBA 330 Computer Skills for Administrators PUBA 352 Comparative Public Administration PUBA 355 Labor-Management Relations PUBA 367 Labor-Management Relations in the Public Service PUBA 406 Contemporary Problems of Justice Administration in America PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care PUBA 460 Environmental Policy Planning and Administration PUBA 461 Social Dimensions of Disaster Response PUBA 462 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuation PUBA 463 Disaster Recovery and Hazard Mitigation PUBA 464 Terrorism and Emergency Management PUBA 470 Program Planning and Evaluation PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior PUBA 481 Ethics and Administration PUBA 496 Selected Topics in Public Administration PUBA 499 Directed Reading and Research Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM) Completion of the 18-credit cluster of courses below will lead to a certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM). This certificate is approved by th United States Deprartment of Homeland Secuirty (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Managemnet Agency (FEMA); the courses for the certificate meet the national standards established by the DHS and FEMA higher education project. The goal is to provide DPEM practitioners with a broad range of administrative skills and knowledge that are ideally suited to meet the critical needs of DPEM administrators. This certificate can be earned as a self-standing credential and may also be used as part of the Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration (BAPA) for those who choose a concentration in General Public Administration.
Students with a concentration in Justice Administration may use only PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness and PUBA 461 Social Dimensions of Disaster Response towards their concentration requirements. The additional 12 credits for the certificate may be used as electives. Courses required for the certificate are: PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 460 Environmental Policy Planning and Administration PUBA 461 Social Dimensions of Disaster Response PUBA 462 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuation PUBA 463 Disaster Recovery and Hazard Mitigation PUBA 464 Terrorism and Emergency Management Dr. Ross Prizzia and Dr. Gary Helfand are the faculty contacts for this certificate. Dr. Prizzia may be contacted at [e-mail] or at [phone] and Dr. Helfand may be contacted at [e-mail] or at [phone]. Certificate In Health Care Administration (HCAD) The certificate program in Health Care Administration provides students and health care practitioners with a broad range of administrative skills and knowledge needed in the dynamic and growing health care field. Ongoing changes in the system have resulted in an array of opportunities for health care administrators to make significant contributions to improving health care for all. The certificate can be earned as a self-standing credential and may also be used as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration (BAPA) for those concentrating in General Public Administration. Specifically, courses in this certificate can be used to fulfill concentration and upper-division elective requirements in the BAPA. Completion of the 18-credit cluster of courses listed below will lead to the certificate in Health Care Administration. These courses have been selected because they are ideally suited to meet the critical needs of health care administrators. Courses required for the certificate are: PUBA 301 Health Care Administration PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics, and Law PUBA 303 Financial Concepts in Health Care Management In addition, students must choose 3 electives (9 credits) from the following: PUBA 307 Community Health Analysis PUBA 318 Managed Care PUBA 319 Long Term Care PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior PUBA 490B Administrative Practicum Dr. Kristina Guo is the faculty contact for this certificate. Dr. Guo can be contacted at [e-mail] or at [phone]. NOTE: Students from Honolulu Community College who transfer to UH West Oahu with the Associate in Science degree in Occupational and Environmental Safety Management (OESM) under the terms of the UH West Oahu and Honolulu Community College Articulation Agreement will be waived from PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care should the student choose to earn the Certificate in Health Care Administration. Students who fall under this agreement should consult a Faculty Advisor or a Student Services Advisor prior to beginning their program.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
To assure educational quality and curricular coherence, the UH West Oahu has identified learning outcomes appropriate for Social Sciences students. Students at UH West Oahu are expected to apply certain knowledge amd skills towards mastering material in an academic major and concentration. These skills are listed in a set of Divisional and Concentration Learning Outcomes.
DIVISIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates with a major in Social Sciences from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate clear and effective writing about a specified social science concentration of study. Demonstrate clear and effective oral communication about a specified social science concentration of study. Demonstrate knowledge of the data and analytical procedures associated with a specified social science concentration of study. Relate knowledge associated with a specified social science concentration of study to global and indigenous perspectives. Demonstrate critical thinking about the methods, knowledge and theories associated with a specified social science concentration of study.
Write clearly and effectively to apply anthropological methods and critical thinking in the study of human beings in local and/or global perspective. Speak clearly and effectively to apply anthropological principles or theories to the study of human beings in local and/or global perspective. Speak clearly and effectively to apply anthropological methods and critical thinking in the study of human beings in local and/or global perspective. Graduates with a concentration in the Applied Track distance learning program from UH West Oahu will be able to: Analyze humankind on an individual, social, cultural and global level. Apply social science theories and methods in the following areas - human development, health and healing; culture and environment; and the economy and society. Graduates with a concentration in Early Childhood Education from UH West Oahu will be able to: Plan, implement and evaluate early childhood curriculum and identify the theories and program models that inform curricular choices. Apply formal and informal observation methods to diverse groups and individual children and communicate effectively with families and other professionals about student progress. Demonstrate respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, appropriate communication and guidance practices with young children,
and positive parent-school relations. Demonstrate knowledge of fiscal, educational, physical, and human resources for effective early childhood program development. Advocate for children and families based upon knowledge of ethical and professional standards, critical thinking, socio-political analysis of programs, self-reflection, and commitment to social justice. Graduates with a concentration in Economics from UH West Oahu will be able to: Use marginal analysis (including supply and demand) to explain regulated and unregulated markets. Use models of market structures to analyze perfect competition and monopoly. Use theory to explain how trade enhances growth. Use aggregate demand and supply analysis to explain inflation, unemployment and growth. Develops quantitative skills for models and real world issues. Graduates with a concentration in Political Science from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate ability to integrate personal experiences with an understanding of the varieties of contemporary politics. Demonstrate knowledge of the role of the individual from local, state, and national, to global contexts. Demonstrate ability to use the Socratic Method to integrate a variety of positions in Political Science.
CONCENTRATION LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates with a concentration in Anthropology from UH West Oahu will be able to: Write clearly and effectively to apply basic anthropological principles or theories to the study of human beings in local and/or global perspective.
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Demonstrate knowledge of how participation in political processes effects change. Demonstrate critical thinking, research, writing and oral communication skills are they relate to the role of the individual from local, state, and national, to global contexts. Graduates with a concentration in Psychology from UH West Oahu will be able to: Demonstrate clear and effective writing in APA style. Demonstrate clear and effective speaking skills about psychological topics. Demonstrate knowledge of empirical research design and statistical analysis. Relate Psychological knowledge to cultural or global perspectives. Demonstrate critical thinking about how biology, learning and culture influence psychological phenomena. Graduates with a concentration in Sociology from UH West Oahu will be able to Write clearly and effectively in ASA style to demonstrate critical thinking in the application of basic sociological principles to local and/or global social issues. Write clearly and effectively in ASA style to demonstrate critical thinking in the application of sociological theories and methodologies to local and/or global social issues. Speak clearly and effectively to demonstrate critical thinking in the application of basic sociological principles to local and/or global social issues. take a minimum of nine credits in Basic and Skills courses. Basic courses are designed to introduce the student to the concepts guiding the evolution of the Social Sciences and recent developments which are likely to determine future directions. Students are encouraged to develop competence in the areas of research and methods analysis, statistics and report writing. Courses which emphasize the skills associated with the Social Sciences offer the student the opportunity to improve skills in areas such as communications, statistical analysis, utilizing the computer effectively, and critical thinking. Students are required to complete ENG 200 Composition II with a minimum grade of C-. Students must complete a minimum of three courses of upper division Writing-Intensive (WI) courses, including SSCI 486 Senior Project or SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum. A minimum of two upper division courses must come from course work other than SSCI 486 or 490. Social Sciences Basic Courses PSY 212 Research Methods in Psychology SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods SSCI 326 Hawaiian and Pacific Environments Social Sciences Skills Courses SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I SSCI 311 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving SSCI 340 Computer Applications SSCI 410 Statistical Analysis II Social Sciences Capstone Courses Social Sciences students should complete SSCI 486 Senior Project or SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum as required by their specific concentration. The nature of the Senior Project or Practicum to be undertaken should be described in detail in the students educational plan. Students with a concentration in Anthropology, Economics or Political Science may elect to complete SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum in place of a Senior Project to fulfill their requirements. Early Childhood Education students must take SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum to complete their requirements. Social Sciences students are encouraged to select electives from the Humanities and Professional Studies Divisions.
SOCIAL SCIENCES MAJOR REqUIREMENTS
Students majoring in the Social Sciences must complete the following: 1. Nine credits in Social Sciences Basic and Skills courses: a. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences b. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I c. A research methods class as specified by the concentration: 1. Anthropology and Political Science students must take SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods. 2. Economics students must take SSCI 410 Statistical Analysis II. 3. Psychology students must take PSY 212 Research Methods in Psychology 4. Early Childhood Educations, Sociology and Applied Track students must take SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research. 2. A total of 30-33 credits distributed as follows: 21-24 credits in one Social Science concentration (Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology), including SSCI 486 Senior Project, or if applicable, SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum, and nine credits in a second Social Sciences Concentration (Complementary area). Students in the Applied Track distance learning program (BA in Social Sciences or BASS) must complete 27 credits within the three Study Theme areas (see degree description on page 54-55), as well as SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum in lieu of SSCI 486 Senior Project. 3. ENG 200 Composition II with a grade of C- or bettter.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Social Sciences tend to focus on the systematic and objective study of human behavior in social situations (Sociology); in individuals (Psychology); in the development of children and early learning (Early Childhood Education); in the political setting (Political Science); in resource allocation decision-making (Economics); and in the context of physical, social, and cultural development (Anthropology). Each field has important contributions to make in seeking solutions to complex social problems. Social Sciences students may concentrate in Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology.
SOCIAL SCIENCES BASIC AND SkILLS REqUIREMENTS
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Anthropology (ANTH) Anthropology is the study of people from ancient to modern times and around the world. The exploration of what it means to be a human being ranges from the study of culture and social relations, to human biology and evolution, to languages, and to vestiges of human habitation. Students at UH West Oahu are able to sample the breadth of the discipline and also gain in-depth understanding of a variety of lifestyles in a cross-cultural, comparative perspective. Special emphasis is given to cultures of the Pacific Islands, including Hawaii. Firsthand experiences investigating cultural diversity are strongly encouraged. Anthropology provides global information and holistic thinking skills critical to success in the 21st century. The discipline also embraces peoples and ideas of all kinds. It prepares students for graduate education in Anthropology and a wide variety of other related fields. It also offers an excellent educational background for careers in contract archaeology, forensics, museum curation, social work, cross-cultural counseling, corporate analysis, government and global analysis, Social Studies and English as a Second Language teaching, translation, and law. For a concentration in Anthropology, 42 credits are required, including the following courses: 1. SSCI 486 Senior Project or SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum 2. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 3. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 4. SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. ANTH 405 History and Theory of Anthropology 7. Two courses from each of the following clusters (a maximum of one lower division course may be counted toward each cluster): a. Cultural Anthropology Cluster: ANTH 152 Culture and Humanity ANTH 235 Pacific Islands Cultures ANTH 313 Culture through Film ANTH 351 Culture, Thought, and Behavior ANTH 358 Myth, Symbol, and Ritual ANTH 383 Museum Studies ANTH 423 Social and Cultural Change ANTH 447 Polynesian Cultures ANTH 487 Philippine Culture b. Archaeology Cluster: ANTH 151 Humankind Emerging ANTH 210 Archaeology ANTH 321 World Archaeology ANTH 380 Field Archaeology ANTH 437 Pacific Archaeology ANTH 483 Archaeology of Hawaii c. Physical Anthropology Cluster: ANTH 215/L Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Lab ANTH 310 Human Origins ANTH 415 Human Ecological Adaptation ANTH 459 Forensic Investigations ANTH 460 Advanced Techniques in Applied Forensic Anthropology Students planning to go on to graduate studies or a career in Anthropology should take additional courses from the above clusters. Courses selected should reflect the students future educational and/or career goals. In addition, ANTH 356 Culture and Communication is often required for admission to graduate school in Anthropology and is highly recommended. 8. Additional courses in the discipline will be recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. Course work may be used only once to fulfill cluster, concentration and elective requirements. ANTH 151 Humankind Emerging ANTH 152 Culture and Humanity ANTH 210 Archaeology ANTH 215/L Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Lab ANTH 235 Pacific Islands Cultures ANTH 296 Selected Topics (v1-6) ANTH 310 Human Origins ANTH 313 Culture through Film ANTH 321 World Archaeology ANTH 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity ANTH 351 Culture, Thought, and Behavior ANTH 356 Culture and Communication ANTH 358 Myth, Symbol, and Ritual ANTH 359 Okinawans Locally & Globally ANTH 362 Gender, Culture, and Society ANTH 380 Field Archaeology (v) ANTH 383 Museum Studies ANTH 415 Human Ecological Adaptation ANTH 422 Magic, Witchcraft, and the Supernatural ANTH 423 Social and Cultural Change ANTH 437 Pacific Archaeology ANTH 447 Polynesian Cultures ANTH 448 Micronesian Cultures ANTH 459 Forensic Investigations ANTH 460 Advanced Techniques in Forensic Anthropology ANTH 474 Culture and Mental Illness ANTH 483 Archaeology of Hawaii ANTH 487 Philippine Culture ANTH 495 Research Seminar ANTH 496 Selected Topics in Anthropology (v) ANTH 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 9. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area. Early Childhood Education (ECED) The field of Early Childhood Education is concerned with the growth and development of children from birth through age eight. This program focuses on the preschool years (ages 3-5) from a theoretical orientation which places early childhood education within broader social, historical, political, and cultural contexts. Course work in other areas of the social sciences provides a context for students to critically examine early education and child care.
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Current research on brain development, political emphasis on No Child Left Behind, and longitudinal studies on Head Start indicate a strong relationship between early learning and school success. This can be achieved by developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive curricula and a positive working relationship between schools and their families and communities. Students in this program will examine how parents and other family members work collaboratively with teachers to build a learning and home environment that stimulates curiosity through informal educational opportunities. Themes of quality education, multiculturalism, critical thinking, and reflective teaching will be infused throughout the Early Childhood coursework. Early Childhood Education is an exciting and dynamic field in which standards for teachers are being raised and career opportunities are constantly developing. NOTE: The Early Childhood Education concentration has been developed in partnership with the Associate in Science degree programs in Early Childhood Education from Hawaii Community College, Honolulu Community College, Kauai Community College, and Maui Community College. An articulation agreement has been developed to facilitate the transfer of students from the community colleges to UH West Oahu. Students who transfer to UH West Oahu under the terms of the articulation agreement(s) should consult a Faculty Advisor or a Student Services Advisor prior to beginning their program. Core Course Work: The following set of core Early Childhood Education course work or equivalents, are required as program prerequisites prior to taking any 300- or 400-level ECED coursework: ED 105 Introduction to Early Childhood Education ED 110 Developmentally Appropriate Practice ED 131 Early Childhood Development: Theory into Practice ED 140 Guiding Young Children in Group Settings ED 151 and 191v/190 Practicum in Early Childhood Education ED 115 or ED 215 Health, Safety, & Nutrition for the Young Child (Healthy Young Children) ED 245/FAMR 235 Child, Family and Community ED 263 Language & Creative Expression Curriculum ED 264 Inquiry and Physical Curriculum ED 296C/P & 291v Field Experience in Early Childhood Education NOTE: Some ECED courses may require only certain program prerequisites be completed. Please consult with the ECED faculty (Dr. Susan Matoba Adler, email: [e-mail]; or Dr. Jeanne Iorio, email: [e-mail]) for specific prerequisites for each course For students with a concentration in Early Childhood Education, 57 credits are required including the following courses: 1. SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum (6) 2. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 3. SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research 4. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. Concentration course work (18 credits): ECED 320 Issues, Trends and Leadership in Early Childhood Education
ECED 340 Communication and Relationships in Early Childhood Education ECED 401 Curricular Models in Early Childhood Education ECED 402 Emergent Literacy in the Home, School and Community ECED 420 Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood Programs ECED 440 Instruction and Assessment in Early Childhood Education 7. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area. 8. Social Science Restricted Electives: 12 credits from four different Social Science areas (other than ECED and course work used for the Complementary Area). Economics (ECON) Economics is concerned with choice. Whether its a business interested in how much to produce or a student determining how much time should be spent studying for an exam, they both involve a choice and economics can help make that decision. The method involves analyzing the benefits and costs of alternatives, and then selecting the best a fundamentally simple and widely applicable approach. UH West Oahu offers the basic theoretical courses of microeconomics and macroeconomics and a variety of interesting electives ranging from a survey of Hawaiis economy, to a course in money and banking, to one on environmental issues. The student graduating with a concentration in Economics will have a good knowledge of economic theory, a good sampling of the economic issues in the world, and the critical thinking skills to deal with those issues. For students with a concentration in Economics, 42 credits are required including the following courses: 1. SSCI 486 Senior Project or SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum 2. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 3. SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research or SSCI 410 Statistical Analysis II (SSCI 410 Statistical Analysis II is highly recommended for students) concentrating in Economics. 4. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. ECON 300 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory 7. ECON 301 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory 8. Additional courses in the discipline will be recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. ECON 310 Concepts in Economic Theory ECON 311 Hawaiis Economy ECON 321 Business Finance ECON 323 Economic and Financial Environment of Global Business ECON 325 Philosophy of Economics ECON 340 Money and Banking ECON 358 Environmental Economics ECON 396 Contemporary Economic Issues ECON 410 Economic Development ECON 432 Forecasting and Risk Management ECON 460 International Trade ECON 461 International Finance ECON 474 Economies of the Pacific Basin
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ECON 495 Urban Economics ECON 496 Selected Topics in Economics (v) ECON 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 9. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area. Political Science (POLS) Political Science at UH West Oahu puts government and policy analysis in the larger context of the search for the best way of life possible the Good Life. Political studies involve understanding a way of life in its totality: what it is, what it was, and what it could and should be. This generally begins with an awareness of the most pressing problems of the age and how they impact the quality of life of the individual. The search for improvement then draws from a multi-civilizational, cross-cultural, comparative history of the human condition. This ranges from the baseline of the nine-tenths of human existence we spent as hunter-gatherers, to the various models of the industrial nation state and the emerging global electronic community. The method of political science is distinctive in its emphasis on synthesis making connections. Particular attention is paid to making the connection between the bigger picture of political reality and the life-experience of the student. The goal is to help students formulate their own vision of where society should be going, and then to motivate and equip them for responsible participation in public life. Teaching strategies emphasize active, democratic and multi-cultural modes of learning. Political science thus offers an excellent general education, relevant to careers in local and national government, international agencies, print and television journalism, law, public administration, social work, business, and teaching. For students with a concentration in Political Science, 42 credits are required, including the following courses: 1. SSCI 486 Senior Project or SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum 2. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 3. SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods 4. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. POLS 330 American Politics (or equivalent lower division course) 7. POLS 302 Political Philosophy 8. Additional courses in the discipline will be recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. POLS 110 Introduction to Political Science POLS 130 Introduction to American Politics POLS 235 Politics of Food POLS 308 Science and the Modern Prospect POLS 316 Constitutional Law POLS 320 Global Issues POLS 326 Environmental Politics POLS 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity POLS 370 Politics and Public Policy POLS 371 Global Futures POLS 378 Meaning of Mass Media
POLS 381 Hawaii Politics POLS 384 Women and Politics POLS 430 Politics and Film POLS 450 Pacific Asian Politics POLS 496 Selected Topics in Political Science (v) POLS 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) NOTE: Students are strongly recommended to take POLS 110, POLS 130, POLS 320, POLS 326, POLS 381. 9. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area. Psychology (PSY) Psychology is the study of mind and behavior. The psychology concentration at UH West Oahu is designed to provide a well rounded baccalaureate level education in psychology and exposure to a second social science discipline. Students in the psychology concentration will be exposed to course offerings in psychology sub-disciplines that include developmental psychology, social psychology, experimental psychology, and clinical and applied psychology. Course offerings stress the development of critical thinking, written and oral communication skills. Students are prepared for graduate study, or pursuing relevant careers upon graduation. Course work may be used only once to fulfill lower division, cluster, concentration and elective requirements. Students with a concentration in Psychology are required to take 48 credits, including: 1. PSY 100 Survey of Psychology 2. PSY 212 Research Methods in Psychology 3. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 4. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. PSY 402 History and Systems of Psychology 7. SSCI 486P Senior Project 8. Students with a concentration in Psychology are required to take 18 additional psychology credits, including 6 credits from the following list of lower division content couses: a) PSY 231 Physiological Psychology b) PSY 240 Human Lifespan Development c) PSY 250 Social Psychology d) PSY 260 Personality Theory 9. In addition to the lower division content course requirement (see item 8) students must take 3 credits from each of the following four course clusters (12 credits total): a. Human Development PSY 340 Childhood and Adolescence PSY 342 Educational Psychology PSY 442 Child Psychopathology b. Social Psychology PSY 351 Culture, Thought and Behavior PSY 351 Varieties of Sexual Expression PSY 404 Social Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 450 Small Groups c. Experimental Psychology
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PSY 322 Learning, Motivation, and Behavior Modification PSY 323 Comparative Animal Psychology PSY 324 Psychology of Emotion PSY 325 Cognitive Psychology PSY 405 Biological Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 429 Seminar in Experimental Psychology d. Clinical and Applied Psychology PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology PSY 372 Systems of Psychotherapy PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 406 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 408 Group Interventions in Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 412 Psychological Testing PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness PSY 475 Psychology of Healing 10. Additional courses in the discipline will be recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. PSY 231 Physiological Psychology PSY 240 Lifespan Development PSY 250 Social Psychology PSY 260 Personality Theory PSY 322 Learning, Motivation, and Behavior Modification PSY 323 Comparative Animal Psychology PSY 324 Psychology of Emotion PSY 325 Cognitive Psychology PSY 340 Childhood and Adolescence PSY 342 Educational Psychology PSY 351 Culture, Thought, and Behavior PSY 352 Varieties of Sexual Expression PSY 353 Conflict Resolution PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology PSY 372 Systems of Psychotherapy PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 374 Ethics in Counseling & Psychotherapy PSY 396 (Alpha) Workshops and Special Seminars in Psychology PSY 403 Causation and Prevention of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 404 Social Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 405 Biological Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 406 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 407 (Alpha) Practicum in Psychology (v) PSY 407B Psychology Practicum: Interventions Related to Substance Use (v) PSY 408 Group Interventions in Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 412 Psychological Testing PSY 422 Magic, Witchcraft, and the Supernatural PSY 429 Seminar in Experimental Psychology PSY 442 Child Psychopathology PSY 450 Small Groups PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness PSY 475 Psychology of Healing PSY 496 Selected Topics in Psychology (v) PSY 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 11. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area.
Sociology (SOC) Sociology is the systematic study of social life. Sociologists study social processes in human societies including interactions, institutions, and change. Courses are provided in three broad areas of substantive study: social psychology, organizations, and stratification. At UH West Oahu, the concentration in sociology provides students with a general background in these substantive areas, empirical research skills (both quantitative and qualitative), and opportunities to engage in original research. The program also encourages and supports interdisciplinary work, partnering with other social science concentrations, the humanities and professional studies. Graduates of the program are prepared to enter graduate school in the social sciences and other related fields (e.g., social work, teaching), or choose from many possible careers. For students with a concentration in Sociology, 42 credits are required, including: 1. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 2. SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research 3. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 4. ENG 200 Composition II 5. SSCI 486S Senior Project 6. SOC 470 Sociological Theory 7. Additional courses in the discipline will be recommended for inclusion in the students educational plan based on specific competency goals established by the student. SOC 100 Survey of General Sociology SOC 311 Social Stratification SOC 313 Sociology of Work SOC 324 Race and Ethnic Relations SOC 329 Organizations, Individuals and Society SOC 334 Deviant Behavior SOC 341 Social Behavior SOC 352 Sociology of Education SOC 359 Okinawans Locally & Globally SOC 362 Gender, Culture, and Society SOC 401 Urban Sociology SOC 411 Aging in Mass Society SOC 412 Death, Dying, and Bereavement SOC 418 Women and Work SOC 423 Social and Cultural Change SOC 431 Juvenile Delinquency SOC 434 Criminology SOC 450 Small Groups SOC 451 Analysis of Marriage and the Family SOC 456 Peoples of Hawaii SOC 496 Selected Topics in Sociology (v) SOC 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) 8. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Sciences concentration area. Certificate In Applied Forensic Anthropology (AFAN) Forensic anthropologists work primarily as bone detectivesapplying standard scientific techniques developed in physical anthropology to identify human remains and to assist in the detection of crime. They often work with
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other forensic scientists and homicide investigators to identify a decedent, discover evidence of foul play, and/or the time of death. They determine the age, sex, ancestry, stature, and unique features of a decedent from skeletal, badly decomposed, or otherwise unidentifiable human remains. Forensic anthropologists are often in charge of the recovery of human remains, responsible for the site recording (photography, mapmaking, etc.), and serve as expert court witnesses. This work is important for both legal and humanitarian reasons. The certificate in Applied Forensic Anthropology (AFAN) will give students a solid foundation in forensic anthropology and a good introduction to the wider field of forensic science. This certificate may be earned alone or in conjunction with a Bachelors degree. Degrees that are especially relevant are a Bachelor of Arts in the Social Sciences with a concentration in Anthropology or a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration with a concentration in Justice Administration. When combined with relevant degrees, the certificate in AFAN will make students more competitive for a variety of job opportunities and advanced education in forensic anthropology, the wider field of forensic science, and other related fields. This program is a collaboration between Leeward Community College and the UH West Oahu. A total of 29-30 credits are required. Students are welcomed and encouraged to enroll concurrently in classes at both campuses. For information on admission, please contact the Admissions Office at 454-4700. Dr. Suzanne Falgout, Professor of Anthropology, is the faculty contact for this program and can be contacted at [e-mail] or [phone] for information and advising. UH West Oahu course work - 18 upper division credits from UH West Oahu are required, including a practicum at a relevant agency: ANTH 380 Field Archaeology ANTH 415 Human Ecological Adaptation ANTH 459 Forensic Investigations ANTH 460 Advanced Techniques in Forensic Anthropology PUBA 309 Criminal Law and Procedures SSCI 490 Practicum or PUBA 490 Practicum Leeward Community College course work - 11-12 lower-division credits are required: ANTH 215/L Physical Anthropology + Lab ANTH 297/L Human Skeletal Biology + Lab BIOL 100 Human Biology OR BIOL 101 Biology for Non-Majors OR BIOL 171/ L Introduction to Biology + Lab (BIOL 171 + L strongly preferred) Other courses are recommended: ZOOL 240 and 241 Human Anatomy and Physiology, ANTH 383 Museum Studeis, SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I, SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods, PUBA 410 Issues in Criminal Investigation.
Certificate In Substance Abuse And Addictions Studies (SAAS) The Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies (SAAS) is primarily an online, internet-based program designed to help students meet the State education requirements for certification as substance abuse counselors and to provide continuing education opportunities for professionals in the addictions field. All courses except for PSY 373 Counseling Skills are offered as internet courses. PSY 373 is an in-person class, offered at the Pearl City campus and through the University Centers at Kauai, Maui, and West Hawaii (Kealakekua) on the island of Hawaii. Although not required for certification, students are strongly encouraged to concurrently complete the Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences with a concentration in Psychology. Students will receive a strong theoretical foundation in substance use disorders and exposure to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as the basis for effective treatment of substance-related problems. Completion of the certificate satisfies current state education requirements for substance abuse counselors (note: the State education requirements may also be satisfied with other social science coursework). State certification further requires fieldwork hours and a written and oral examination. For more information on the State certification call [phone] or visit their website at: www.hawaii.gov/health/permits/trades/trades/adcert.html. Students who apply to the SAAS program must meet the same admission requirements established for classified students (see Academic Regulations). Those planning to complete the certificate should have taken an expository writing course, and an introductory Psychology course. In addition, a course in Abnormal Psychology should be completed within the last five years with a grade of C or better. This requirement may be satisfied by taking either PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology or PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness at UH West Oahu. For students completing the certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies, 19 credits are required, including: PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 374 Ethics in Counseling and Psychotherapy (1) PSY 403 Causation and Prevention of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 404 Social Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use or PSY 408 Group Interventions in Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 405 Biological Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 406 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 407B Psychology Practicum: Interventions Related to Substance Use Up to two required courses may be waived if appropriate lower division courses (e.g., HSERV courses taken at Leeward Community College) were completed. Other upper division courses recommended by the students advisor must be taken to fulfill the total of 19 credits required for the certificate. A minimum of 12 credits must be completed with UH West Oahu. Mr. Kanoa Meriwether is the faculty contact for this program. For more information, Mr. Meriwether may be contacted at [phone] or [e-mail].
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The Center for Labor Education and Research (CLEAR) is an endowed, outreach program established in 1976 by State Law, HRS 304A-1601 (Act 202). Part of the UH West Oahu, CLEAR is designed to provide labor education, research and labor-related programs to workers, their organizations, university students, and the general public through a variety of methods including classroom instruction, seminars, workshops, publications and the use of the public media. Located at the end of the Leeward Community College/UH West Oahu campus, CLE AR maintains a research collection and archive of labor history and law, a labor research web site with an online newsletter, and publishes a variety of books and handbooks, including a guide to Hawaii Labor History, and produces the televised documentaries in its Rice & Roses series. The Centers non-credit programs feature classes on Labor History, Workers Compensation, Grievance Handling, Labor Law, Collective Bargaining, Preventing Employment Discrimination, Conflict Resolution, Parliamentary Procedure, and Leadership Skills. Like its research projects, the Centers seminars and educational programs are all designed to be of practical application to workers, their organizations and policy-makers. The labor history archive contains a clipping file on local unions in Hawaii, as well as an ever-growing
collection of contracts, union newsletters, books and pamphlets focusing on Hawaiis rich labor history. Among the most highly prized components of this special collection are: the old day-books of the Hawaii Carpenters Union, Professor Emeritus Ed. Beecherts Hawaii sugar plantation files, The Honolulu Record, videotapes and transcripts of interviews, documents and photographs of over 90 informants involved in the Great Hawaii Sugar Strike of 1946; the correspondence file of the Hawaii office of the AFL-CIO from 1940 to 1982; the files of the Honolulu Central Labor Council; production files and interview tapes from its many Rice & Roses research projects; and authors notes and research files for CLEARs labor history publications. Access to the Centers video library and special collections is by appointment only and must be arranged in advance. The research library contains the basic BNA loose-leaf services as well as many supplemental materials.
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BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE
The Bachelor of Applied Science provides an academic pathway for students in selected Associate of Science programs at the community colleges. The BAS requirements (1) assure advanced skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and research, (2) assure proficiency in communication and professionalism, and (3) support the institutional learning outcomes. Within each concentration under the BAS degree, courses are selected to assure students have the knowledge and analytical skills necessary for advancement within the specific field, and to assure students have flexibility in choosing future career paths. Students should see a Student Services advisor as soon as possible in their college careers, for options on appropriate and transferable lower division credits. Bachelor of Applied Science Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): 1. Write clearly and effectively using generally accepted scientific style, such as for research papers and lab reports. 2. Report orally on scientific subjects, using clear and objective style and well-reasoned sequences of information. 3. Analyze scientific results, using quantitative and qualitative techniques 4. Demonstrate understanding of the ethical issues relevant to managers and practitioners in applied sciences and administrative fields.
Bachelor of Applied Science Core (18 credits) 3 ENG 200 Composition II 3 BUSA/PUBA 330 Computer Skills for Administrators 3 SSCI 210, BUSA 320, or PUBA 341 Statistics* 3 SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research 3 BUSA 481 Ethics and Administration 3 APSC 490 Senior Practicum * Students should select the statistics course that best fits their career plans.
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Explore the linkages between health care policy, case management processes, and the practice of respiratory therapy, and examine relevant case management models. Understand how research findings are analyzed and used to inform best-practice models in patient management, including protocols related to particular conditions.
CONCENTRATION IN RESPIRATORY CARE (RESP) :
The concentration in respiratory care offers working professionals who have earned the Associate in Science degree in respiratory care at Kapiolani Community College (KCC) the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree and to continue for advanced education in respiratory care. The additional requirements in the liberal arts and sciences will contribute to increasing academic skills development, advancing knowledge, attaining career goals, and meeting the needs of the health care community in the areas of leadership, clinical practice, research and education. Upon successful completion of the BAS in Respiratory Care the student will be able to: 1. Demonstrate clinical ability using respiratory therapy best practices. 2. Articulate the fundamentals of health care administration and policy in the rapidly changing medical system of the US.
Concentration Requirements and Electives in Respiratory Care (34 credits): 300-level courses from KCC in Respiratory Care 22 PUBA 301 Health Care Administration 3 PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics and the Law 3 RESP 401 Case Management in Cardiopulmonary Care 3 RESP 402 Current Concepts in Cardiopulmonary Care 3
CONCENTRATION IN COMPUTING, ELECTRONICS, AND NETWORkING TECHNOLOGY (CENT)
The concentration in Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology (CENT) offers a transfer pathway for students in the Associate in Science in CENT Program or the Advanced Professional Certificate in CENT at Honolulu Community College or similar programs elsewhere. The BAS-CENT offers the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree and to continue for advanced education in CENT. Upon successful completion of the BAS in Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology program, students will be able to:
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1. 2. Demonstrate basic skills in Information Technology Demonstrate advanced skills within at least one of the following: Information Networking, System Administration, Database and Web Development. Explore the linkages between modern organizational behaviors or issues and the IT environment Integrate IT professional skills into IT-specific problem solving and communication
CONCENTRATION IN CULINARY MANAGEMENT (CULM)
The concentration in Culinary Management offers working professionals who have earned the Associate in Science degree in Food Service with specialization in Culinary Arts at Kapiolani Community College (KCC), or equivalent programs elsewhere, the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree and to continue for advanced education in culinary management. Upon successful completion of BAS in Culinary Management, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate current relevant issues in the foodservice industry of Hawaii that may include sustainability, environmental, political, and/ or cultural topics. 2. Apply a critical thinking process of identifying, analyzing and developing solutions as they apply to financial and fiscal accountability in the foodservice industry. 3. Evaluate organizational development, human resources, laws and legal codes that have been established within the local, state and federal government with specific application to food and beverage industry. 4. Explain the process of determining customer needs in marketing to a global market, from concept and product development, pricing strategies, advertising and promotion, and methods of distribution of foodservice goods and services. 5. Design and prepare recipes for a menu while balancing nutrition, the use of fresh products, and the final products texture, color, and flavor. 6. Value the impact and challenges of managing alcoholic beverage sales and service in food service operations.
Concentration Requirements in Culinary Management (33 credits) 3 BUSA 304 Consumer Behavior 3 BUSA 310 Concepts in Accounting 3 BUSA 324 Business Law 3 BUSA 351 Human Resources Administration 3 BUSA 386 Global Management and Organizational Behavior 3 CULN 310 Current Trends in the Culinary Industry 3 CULN 321 Contemporary Cuisines 3 CULN 322 Advanced Asian Cuisines 3 CULN 330 Special Culinary Topics 3 CULN 360 Beverage Service Management 3 CULN 380 Nutritional Cuisines
DISTANCE LEARNING (DISTANCE EDUCATION)
To meet the educational needs of students who reside at a distance from the island of Oahu, or who have difficulty attending the campus in-person, UH West Oahu offers a Distance Learning Program that consists of online courses, classes delivered through the Interactive Television System (ITV), and classes delivered at a few off-campus sites. To accommodate the schedules of working adults, most ITV and off-campus courses are taught in the evenings or on weekends. Six academic programs are available through Distance Learning: a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and General Business Administration; a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration with concentration in Health Care Administration; a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Social Sciences with concentrations in Early Childhood Education, Political Science, and Applied Track; a Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies; a Certificate in Health Care Administration; and a Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management. The baccalaureate programs delivered through Distance Learning have been established as transfer programs for students who have received the first two years of course work (freshman and sophomore) from a neighbor island community college in the UH system. Admission and graduation requirements for students engaged in Distance Learning programs are the same as those established for UH West Oahu students at the main campus on Oahu. Academic advising is provided by faculty and Student Services advisors in-person, by phone, or through email. Registration is completed online through the MyUH Portal at: http://myuhportal.hawaii.edu. Students may contact faculty and staff at UH West Oahu during normal business hours by calling the toll free number at [phone]. Online academic support is available to students through the UH West Oahu library website at: http://socrates.uhwo.hawaii.edu/library/explore. html,and through the UH West Oahu Writing and Learning Center website at: www.uhwo.hawaii. edu/writingcenter. Applications and further information about the UH West Oahu Distance Learning programs,
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Concentration Requirements and Electives in CENT (35 - 36 credits): CENT 305 Information Systems Security (4) CENT 310 Network Security (4) CENT 315 Network Administration (4) CENT 410 Project Management (4) 7-8 credits of CENT electives from the following lists Information Networking: CENT 231 Data Communications; CENT 235 IP Communications; CENT 240 Computer Networking II; CENT 340 Advanced Routing; CENT 345 Multilayer Switching; CENT 360 Network Security II System Administration: CENT 232 PC Desktop and Printer Support; CENT 300 Systems Analysis & Design; CENT 352 UNIX System Administration II; CENT 370 Integrated Network Applications; CENT 372 Network Operating Systems II; CENT 390 Special Topics in CENT; ICS 211 Computer Science II Upper division restricted electives 12 credits from among the following lists (at least one from each category): Management Information Systems: BUSA 332 Contemporary Business Issues; BUSA 345 Management Information Systems Business: BUSA 310 Concepts in Accounting; BUSA 321 Business Finance; BUSA 324 Business Law Management/Administration: BUSA 435 Strategic Planning; BUSA 462 Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity; PUBA 301 Health Care Administration; PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics and Law; PUBA 306 Principles of Public Administration; PUBA 310 Research Methods in the Public Sector; PUBA 313 Communication Skills for Administrators; BUSA/ PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior
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including the schedule of course offerings, may be obtained through the UH West Oahu website at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/distanceed.
Intermediate Financial Accounting II Intermediate Managerial Accounting Tax Concepts Governmental Accounting Auditing Accounting Information Systems Advanced Accounting Corporate and Partnership Tax Selected Topics in Business Administration (Accounting Topics) (v) BUSA 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) NOTE: It is recommended that students in Accounting may take additional Accounting coursework as electives, to meet the requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant Examination. General Business Administration (BUSA) Students with a concentration in General Business Administration will complete twelve credits with a minimum of three credits from the Accounting, Economics and Marketing clusters. The last three credits may come from any BUSA designated class (course work not used for core, capstone or cluster requirements): Accounting Cluster BUSA 313 Intermediate Financial Accounting II BUSA 318 Intermediate Managerial Accounting BUSA 319 Tax Concepts BUSA 414 Governmental Accounting BUSA 415 Auditing BUSA 416 Accounting Information Systems BUSA 418 Advanced Accounting BUSA 419 Corporate and Partnership Tax BUSA 496 Selected Topics in Business Administration (Accounting Topics) Economics Cluster ECON 300 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory ECON 301 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory ECON 302 Managerial Economics Marketing Cluster BUSA 304 Consumer Behavior BUSA 305 Advertising and Promotion Management BUSA 364 Retailing Management BUSA 408 International Marketing BUSA 313 BUSA 318 BUSA 319 BUSA 414 BUSA 415 BUSA 416 BUSA 418 BUSA 419 BUSA 496
pervisory, management, and leadership roles in the dynamic and growing health care field.
Public Administration Major Requirements Students pursuing the BAPA with concentration in Health Care Administration (HCA) must complete all University, general education, focus and writing competency requirements. 1. ENG 200 Composition II 2. Twenty-four credits of core courses: PUBA 306 Principles of Public Administration PUBA 310 Research Methods in the Public Sector PUBA 313 Communication Skills for Administrators PUBA 340 Administrative Decision-Making PUBA 341, SSCI 310 or BUSA 320 Statistics PUBA 351 Human Resources Administration PUBA 414 Public Communication Campaigns PUBA 475 Administrative Law 3. Capstone Requirement: At least three credits in one of the following, to be taken in the senior year: PUBA 486 Senior Project, or PUBA Administrative 490 Practicum 4. Twelve credits in the area of concentration Students must take the following (9) credits for the Health Care Administration concentration: PUBA 301 Health Care Administration (3 cr) PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics and Law (3 cr) PUBA 303 Financial Concepts in Health Care Management (3 cr) In addition, students must choose (1) elective from the following list for a total of 3 credits: PUBA 307 Community Health Analysis (3 cr) PUBA 318 Managed Care (3 cr) PUBA 319 Long Term Care (3 cr) PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness (3 cr) PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care (3 cr) PUBA 470 Program Planning and Evaluation (3 cr) PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior (3 cr) PUBA 481 Ethics and Administration (3 cr) PUBA 496 Selected Topics in Health Care Administration (3 cr) NOTE: Students are strongly recommended to take PUBA 307, PUBA 318, PUBA 319 or PUBA446. 5. Three credits from the following approved list of social science electives: ECON (any course at the upper-division level) PSY 353 Conflict Resolution PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness PSY 475 Psychology of Healing SOC 329 Organizations, Individuals, and Society SOC 334 Deviant Behavior
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (BABA) with concentrations in either General Business Administration or Accounting is offered through the Interactive Television Systems (ITV) and through internet classes. ITV classes are broadcast to the University Centers located on the islands of Hawaii, Kauai, Maui and the Education Centers on Molokai and Lanai. The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration is a part-time, three-year degree program.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration must complete the following: 1. Six credits of Economics at the lower-division level: ECON 130 Introduction to Microeconomics ECON 131 Introduction to Macroeconomics 2. ENG 200 Composition II 3. Core Course work: Twenty-four credits are required. a. Twenty-one credits in Business: BUSA 300 Principles of Marketing BUSA 312 Intermediate Financial Accounting I BUSA 320 Statistics for Decision-Making BUSA 321 Business Finance BUSA 345 Management Information Systems BUSA 386 Global Management and Organizational Behavior BUSA 435 Strategic Planning b. Capstone requirement: Three credits from one of the following, to be taken in the senior year: BUSA 486 Senior Project, or BUSA 490 Administrative Practicum, or BUSA 494 Small Business Institute Supervised Field Study 4. Twelve credits in the area of Concentration (either General Business Administration or Accounting) 5. Three courses of upper division, writing-intensive (WI) course work, which includes BUSA 486 Senior Project or BUSA 490 Administrative Practicum. Two courses of upper division WI course work must come from classes other than BUSA 486 or 490.
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration (BAPA) with concentration in Health Care Administration is a distance learning program which is offered to primarily to students on the neighbor islands through the online (internet-based) modality. This degree may be completed on a part time or full time basis. It prepares students for su-
Business Administration Academic Concentrations Accounting (ACC) Students with a concentration in Accounting will complete twelve credits, chosen from the following:
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SOC 411 Aging in Mass Society 6. Three classes of upper-division, writing-intensive course work, which includes PUBA 486 Senior Project or PUBA 490 Administrative Practicum. Two classes of upper-division WI coursework must come from classes other than PUBA 486 or 490. 3. SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum 4. Completion of 27 semester credits in courses organized around three study themes. Students will select nine credits in each of the three study themes. 5. Three classes of upper-division writing-intensive (WI) course work, including SSCI 490 Social Science Practicum. Two classes of upper-division WI course work must come from classes other than SSCI 490. Human Development, Health and Healing: Students are exposed to diverse social sciences offerings that facilitate understanding of the biological, psychological, social and cultural factors that shape individuals across the life-span. This interdisciplinary approach is also used to explore different ideas about wellness, distress, and the causation, prevention and treatment of disease. PSY 260 PSY 322 Psychology of Personality Learning, Motivation and Behavior Modification PSY 325 Cognitive Psychology PSY 340 Childhood and Adolescence PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 403 Causation and Prevention of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 404 Social Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 405 Biological Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 406 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 407B Practicum in Psychology: Intervention Related to Substance Abuse SOC 411 Aging in Mass Society Culture and Environment: Students gain an appreciation of the importance of traditional environments and cultures in understanding the present and shaping the future. ANTH 235 Pacific Islands Culture (x-lst HPST) ANTH 321 World Archaeology ANTH 358 Myth, Symbol, and Ritual ANTH 415 Human Ecological Adaptation ANTH 447 Polynesian Cultures ANTH 448 Micronesian Cultures PHIL 482 Environmental Ethics POLS 326 Environmental Politics POLS 371 Global Futures POLS 381 Hawaii Politics SSCI 317 Fieldwork and Qualitative Methods SSCI 326 Hawaiian and Pacific Environments (x-lst HPST) SOC 362 Gender, Culture and Society (x-lst ANTH) Economy and Society: This theme focuses on the structure and dynamics of groups and organizations, issues related to work, economic growth and development in the context of globalization. ECON 310 Concepts in Economic Theory ECON 311 Hawaiis Economy (x-lst HPST) ECON 358 Environmental Economics ECON 396 Contemporary Economic Issues POLS 316 Constitutional Law POLS 320 Global Issues POLS 330 American Politics POLS 384 Women and Politics SOC 311 Social Stratification SOC 313 Sociology of Work SOC 329 Organizations, Individuals, and Society SOC 341 Social Behavior (x-lst PSY) SOC 352 Sociology of Education SOC 418 Women and Work
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES
Applied Track (BASS) The Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences - Applied Track (BASS) degree is a distance learning degree currently offered to students on the islands of Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, and Hawaii. This degree is primarily online (internet-based), and is a part-time, three-year degree program which maintains UH West Oahus commitment to an interdisciplinary program of study. It is comprised of courses from across the various social sciences disciplines that will train students to understand social phenomena by integrating information at the individual, social, cultural, and global levels of analyses. It also requires students to complete courses in writing, statistics and research methodology that will provide them with the necessary technical skills to evaluate and conduct social sciences work. To further emphasize the applied nature of this program, the required senior capstone experience will be a practicum, which is a supervised internship within a local institution. The chosen practicum site will be consistent with the emphasis of the study themes chosen by the student. This program also interfaces with the Business Administration (General Business Administration and Accounting) and the certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies (SAAS) distance degrees. Enrollment priority into BASS courses will be given to BASS students on the islands of Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, and Hawaii. Second priority will be given to students in the distance education Business Administration program.
Program Requirements Students pursuing the BASS degree must complete all University, general education, focus and writing competency requirements. 1. ENG 200 Composition II 2. Nine credits of core coursework: a. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences b. SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research c. SSCI 210 Applied Statistics I
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECED)
The Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a concentration in Early Childhood Education is a distance learning program offered to students on the islands of Oahu, Kauai, Maui and Hawaii. The field of Early Childhood Education is concerned with the growth and development of children from birth through age eight. This program focuses on the preschool years (ages 3-5) from a theoretical orientation which places early childhood education within broader social, historical, political, and cultural contexts. Coursework in other areas of the social sciences provides a context for students to critically examine early education and child care. Current research on brain development, political emphasis on No Child Left Behind, and longitudinal studies on Head Start indicate a strong relationship between early learning and school success. This can be achieved by developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive curricula and a positive working relationship between schools and their families and communities. Students in this program will examine how parents and other family members work collaboratively with teachers to build a learning and home environment that stimulates curiosity through informal educational opportunities. Themes of quality education, multiculturalism, critical thinking, and reflective teaching will be infused throughout the Early Childhood coursework. Early Childhood
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Education is an exciting and dynamic field in which standards for teachers are being raised and career opportunities are constantly developing. NOTE: The Early Childhood Education concentration has been developed in partnership with the Associate in Science degree programs in Early Childhood Education from Hawaii Community College, Honolulu Community College, Kauai Community College, and Maui Community College. An Articulation Agreement has been developed to facilitate the transfer of students from the community colleges to UH West Oahu. Students who transfer to UH West Oahu under the terms of the articulation agreement(s) should consult a faculty advisor or a Student Services Specialist prior to beginning their program.
Program Requirements Core Course work: The following set of core Early Childhood Education coursework or equivalents are required as program prerequisites prior to taking any 300- or 400-level ECED course work: ED 105 Introduction to Early Childhood Education ED 110 Developmentally Appropriate Practice ED 131 Early Childhood Development: Theory into Practice ED 140 Guiding Young Children in Group Settings ED 151 and 191v/190 Practicum in Early Childhood Education ED 115 or ED 215 Health, Safety, & Nutrition for the Young Child (Healthy Young Children) ED 245/FAMR 235 Child, Family and Community ED 263 Language & Creative Expression Curriculum ED 264 Inquiry and Physical Curriculum ED 296C/P & 291v Field Experience in Early Childhood Education Some courses may require only certain program prerequisites be completed. Please consult with the ECE faculty (Dr. Susan Matoba Adler, email: adlers@ hawaii.edu; or Dr. Jeanne Iorio, email: iorio@hawaii. edu) for specific prerequisites for each course. For students with a concentration in Early Childhood Education, 57 credits are required including the following courses: 1. SSCI 490 Social Sciences Practicum (6) 2. SSCI 300 Philosophy of the Social Sciences 3. SSCI 301 Methods and Techniques in Social Science Research 4. SSCI 210 Statistical Analysis I 5. ENG 200 Composition II 6. Concentration course work: ECED 320 Issues and Trends in Early Childhood Education ECED 340 Communication and Relationships in Early Childhood Education ECED 401 Curricular Models in Early Childhood Education ECED 403 Emergent Literacy in the Home, School and Community ECED 420 Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood Programs ECED 440 Instruction and Assessment in Early Childhood Education 7. Complementary Area: Nine credits in one additional Social Science concentration area. 8. Social Science Restricted Electives: 12 credits from four different Social Science areas (other than ECED and course work used for the Complementary Area).
Students who apply to the SAAS program must meet the same admissions requirements established by UH West Oahu. Those planning to complete the certificate should have taken an expository writing course (e.g., ENG 100) and an introductory Psychology course (e.g., PSY 100). In addition, a course in Abnormal Psychology should have been completed within the last five years with a grade of C or better. This requirement may be satisfied by taking either PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology or PSY 474 Culture and Mental Illness at UH West Oahu.
For students completing the certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies, 19 credits are required, including: PSY 373 Counseling Skills PSY 374 Ethics in Counseling and Psychotherapy PSY 403 Causation and Prevention of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 404 Social Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use or PSY 408 Group Interventions in Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 405 Biological Correlates of Psychoactive Drug Use PSY 406 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse and Addiction PSY 407B Psychology Practicum: Interventions Related to Substance Use
POLITICAL SCIENCE
The Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a Concentration in Political Science is offered in both distance and in-person modalities. Please see page 49 for requirements.
CERTIFICATE IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTIONS STUDIES (SAAS)
In addition to the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, a certificate program in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies (SAAS) is offered. This certificate program is designed to help students meet the State education requirements for certification as substance abuse counselors and to provide continuing education opportunities for professionals in the addictions field. Although not required for certification, students are strongly encouraged to concurrently complete the Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences Applied Track (BASS). Students will receive a strong theoretical foundation in substance use disorders and exposure to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as the basis for effective treatment of substance-related problems. Completion of the Certificate satisfies current state education requirements for substance abuse counselors (note: the state education requirements may also be satisfied with other social science coursework). State certification further requires fieldwork hours and a written and oral examination. For more information on the State certification call [phone] or visit their website at: www.hawaii.gov/ health/permits/trades/trades/adcert.html.
Up to two required courses may be waived if appropriate lower division courses (e.g., HSERV courses taken at Leeward Community College) were completed. Other upper division courses recommended by the students advisor must be taken to fulfill the total of 19 credits required for the certificate. Mr. Kanoa Meriwether is the faculty contact for this program. For more information, Mr. Meriwether may be contacted at [phone] or [e-mail].
CERTIFICATE IN DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (DPEM)
Completion of the 18-credit cluster of courses below will lead to a Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM). These courses meet the national standards established by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Higher Education project. The goal of this Certificate is to provide
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DPEM practitioners with a broad range of administrative skills and knowledge that are ideally suited to meet the critical needs of DPEM administrators.
Courses required for the certificate are: PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 460 Environmental Policy Planning and Administration PUBA 461 Social Dimensions of Disaster Response PUBA 462 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuation PUBA 463 Disaster Recovery and Hazard Mitigation PUBA 464 Terrorism and Emergency Management
Dr. Kristina Guo is Director for this certificate. Dr. Guo can be contacted at [e-mail] or at [phone].
MATHEMATICS AND GENERAL SCIENCES
General Education and UH West Oahu Institutional Learning Outcomes: At present, the math and science sub-division is providing general education (GE) courses relevant to the GE hallmarks in symbolic reasoning (FS), biological and physical sciences (DB, DP), and laboratory (DY). These courses also contribute to fulfilling all 5 of the UHWO institutional student learning outcomes, especially #s 1 (Written Communication), 3 (Quantitative Literacy), and 5 (Critical Thinking).
AS 401 AS 401L AS 402 AS 402L
National Security Affairs Senior Cadet Leader I National Security Affairs Senior Cadet Leader II
Dr. Ross Prizzia and Dr. Gary Helfand are the faculty contacts for this certificate. Dr. Prizzia may be reached at [e-mail] or at [phone] and Dr. Helfand may be reached at [e-mail] or at [phone].
RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (ROTC)
The University of Hawaii offers instruction in Aerospace Studies and Military Science for students interested in the Reserve Officers Training Corps programs of the Air Force and Army. Graduates of these programs are awarded commissions as officers in the Air Force or Army. While UH West Oahu does not offer either program, students may register in Aerospace Studies and Military Science courses at the UH West Oahu and attend classes at UH Mnoa. Credits for these courses will be granted by the UH West Oahu and may be used as electives for the baccalaureate degree. Further information regarding either program may be obtained from the UH Mnoas Aerospace Studies department at [phone] or the UHM Military Science department at [phone], or at: www.goarmy.com.
Aerospace Studies (AS) AS 100 Air Force Fitness Course AS 101 Foundations of US Air Force AS 101L Initial Military Training I AS 102 Foundations of US Air Force AS 102L Initial Military Training II AS 201 Evolution of US Air Force AS 201L Field Training Preparation I AS 202 Evolution of USAF Air and Space Power AS 202L Field Training Preparation II AS 251L Leadership Laboratory AS 304 AFROTC Four-Week Field Training AS 306 AFROTC Six-Week Field Training AS 351 Air Force Leadership Studies AS 351L Intermediate Cadet Leader I AS 352 Air Force Leadership Studies AS 352L Intermediate Cadet Leader II
Military Science and Leadership (MSL) MSL 101 Intro to Military Science I MSL 101L Intro to Military Science I Lab MSL 102 Intro to Military Science II MSL 102L Intro to Military Science II Lab MSL 201 Intermediate Military Science I MSL 202 Intermediate Military Science II MSL 203 ROTC Basic Camp MSL 301 Leading Small Organizations I MSL 302 Leading Small Organizations II MSL 303 ROTC Advanced Camp MSL 391 American Military History MSL 399 Directed Reading and Research MSL 401 Leadership Challenges and Goal Setting MSL 402 Transition to Lieutenant
CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION (HCAD)
The certificate program in Health Care Administration provides students and health care practitioners with a broad range of administrative skills and knowledge needed in the dynamic and growing health care field. Ongoing changes in the system have resulted in an array of opportunities for health care administrators to make significant contributions to improving health care for all. Completion of the 18-credit cluster of courses listed below will lead to the certificate in Health Care Administration. These courses have been selected because they are ideally suited to meet the critical needs of health care administrators.
Three courses (9 credits) required for the certificate are: PUBA 301 Health Care Administration PUBA 302 Health Policy, Politics, and Law PUBA 303 Financial Concepts in Health Care Management In addition, students must choose 3 electives (9 credits) from the following: PUBA 307 Community Health Analysis PUBA 318 Managed Care PUBA 319 Long Term Care PUBA 411 Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness PUBA 446 Contemporary Issues in Health Care PUBA 480 Organizational Behavior or PUBA 490B Administrative Practicum
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ACCOUNTING ACC 201 Introduction to Financial Accounting (3) Introduction to financial accounting and methods used to record and report financial information to decision makers external to the firm. Use and limitations of financial reports. Pre: Sophomore standing, placement in ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. AEROSPACE STUDIES AS 100 Air Force Fitness Course (1) A military fitness program that will challenge all students to meet their maximum fitness levels through a variety of exercises and fitness tests. Open to all students. Repeatable. AS 101 Foundations of US Air Force (1) Study of the total force structure, strategic offensive and defensive, general purpose, and aerospace support forces of the Air Force in the contemporary world. AS 101 L Initial Military Training I (1) Laboratory consists of activities that focus and promote the Air Force way of life. Instruction will include leadership
and followership development, teamwork, physical fitness training, and activities to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. Course is open to all majors. AS 102 Foundations of US Air Force (1) Continuation of AS 101. AS 102 L Initial Military Training II (1) Laboratory consists of activities that focus and promote the Air Force way of life. Instruction will include leadership and followership development, teamwork, physical fitness training, and activities to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. Course is open to all majors. Cr/NC only. AS 201 Evol of USAF Air & Space Power (2) Study of Air Force heritage, Quality Air Force principles, ethics, and an introduction to leadership and group leadership problems. Application of written and verbal communication skills is included. AS 201 L Field Training Preparation I (1) Laboratory consists of preparing second-year AFROTC
cadets with the skills needed to successfully complete AFROTC Field Training (courses 304 and 306). Students will learn basic military skills, Field Training skills and participate in physical fitness training. AS 202 Evol of USAF Air & Space Power (2) Continuation of 201. AS 202 L Field Training Preparation II (1) Laboratory consists of preparing second-year AFROTC cadets with the skills needed to successfully complete AFROTC Field Training (courses 304 and 306). Students will learn basic military skills, Field Training skills and participate in physical fitness training. AS 251 L Leadership Laboratory (1) Laboratory course on the basic skills of leadership and followership. Lab includes application of leadership/followership skills, various field trips to military installations, group projects, and physical training. Repeatable one time.
ABBREVIATION kEY
Coreq Co-requisite DA Diversification Arts DB Diversification Biological Science DH Diversification Humanities DL Diversification Literatures DP Diversification Physical Science
DS DY ETH FGA FGB FGC FS
Diversification Social Science Diversification Science Laboratory Contemporary Ethical Issues Global and Multicultural Perspectives; Group A Global and Multicultural Perspectives; Group B Global and Multicultural Perspectives; Group C Foundations Symbolic Reasoning
FW HAP Pre OC
Foundations Written Communication Hawaiian Asian and Pacific Issues Prerequisite Oral Communication
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AS 304 AFROTC Four-Week Field Training (4) Four-week field experience and training at selected Air Force bases on the mainland. Required of AFROTC students for Air Force commission. Pre: AS 101, 102, 201, 202, enrolled in AFROTC AS 306 AFROTC Six-Week Field Training (6) Six-week field experience and training at selected Air Force bases on the mainland. Required of AFROTC students for Air Force commission. Pre: enrolled in AFROTC AS 351 Air Force Leadership Studies (3) Integrated management course emphasizing the military officer as manager in Air Force milieu, including individual, motivational and behavioral processes; leadership, communication and group dynamics. AS 351 L Intermediate Cadet Leader I (1) Laboratory consists of demonstration of leadership and management skills needed to successfully function as an Air Force officer. Instruction will include lessons covering planning, organizational and communication skills, and the ability to use available resources to complete an assigned task. AS 352 Air Force Leadership Studies (3) Continuation of AS 351. AS 352 L Intermediate Cadet Leader II (1) Laboratory consists of demonstration of leadership and management skills needed to successfully function as an Air Force officer. Instruction will include lessons covering planning, organizational and communication skills, and the ability to use available resources to complete an assigned task. AS 401 National Security Affairs (3) Study of the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership, ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Special focus placed on preparation for active duty and current issues affecting professionalism. AS 401 L Senior Cadet Leader I (1) Laboratory consists of providing prospective Air Force officers opportunities to continue to develop leadership, managerial, and supervisory skills. Instruction will include preparation for active duty. AS 402 National Security Affairs (3) Continuation of AS 401. AS 402 L Senior Cadet Leader II (1) Laboratory consists of providing prospective Air Force officers opportunities to continue to develop leadership, managerial, and supervisory skills. Instruction will include preparation for active duty. ANTHROPOLOGY ANTH 151 Emerging Humanity (3) This course is an introduction to human biological evolution and the archaeology of culture in the world, prior to AD 1500. Pre: placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (FGA) ANTH 152 Culture and Humanity (3) This course is an introduction to cultural anthropology. It looks at the interaction among the natural environment, human cultures, and the system of symbols through which they interpret the world. Pre: placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (FGB) ANTH 210 Archaeology (3) Archaeology is the study of past cultures and societies through their material remains. This course explores different types of archaeology and examines theory, methods, and techniques for investigating, reconstructing, interpreting, preserving, and learning from the past. It will review human cultural chronology from the time of the first people, during the earliest Paleolithic ages, to the present. It will examine the artifacts and also the important economic, social, and even ideological elements of ancient cultures-such as those on the origins of food production, hierarchy, and civilization. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DS) ANTH 215 Physical Anthropology (3) Physical anthropology is a biological science which focuses on adaptations, variability, and the evolution of humans and their nearest relatives, living and fossil. This course serves as an introduction to the field. The areas to be covered include the principles of evolution, biological basis of life, Mendelian and population genetics, human diversity, human (climatic) adaptability, growth and nutrition, biological classification, the biology and behavior of non-human primates (primatology), and the study of primate and human fossils (paleoanthropology). Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: ANTH 215L. (DB) ANTH 215L Physical Anthropology Lab (1) This course serves as the laboratory study of human and population genetics, human variability, primatology, human osteology, and human and primate paleontology. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: ANTH 215. (DY) ANTH 235 Pacific Islands Cultures (3) Investigates the fantasy and reality of the exotic cultures of Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. Explores the original formation and peopling of the islands; the different social, political, economic, and religious systems that developed; and the history of foreign contact and culture change. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DH, HAP) ANTH 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. ANTH 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. ANTH 310 Human Origins (3) An examination of the history and principal assumptions of modern evolutionary theory as a tool to understanding human origins. It will trace continuities and changes in the anatomy and behavior of primates and humans in the fossil record. How some theories of human origins were derived and why some of these theories are no longer accepted will also be examined. (DB) ANTH 313 Culture Through Film (3) From the very beginning of motion pictures, filmmakers have been involved in the recording of human cultures. This course will examine the history of ethnographic film through the work of several influential filmmakers. We will also learn how to view ethnographic films with a critical eye, and discuss ethical issues surrounding the recording, representing, and consuming of other peoples culture through film. (DH) ANTH 321 World Archaeology (3) This course examines the origins of agriculture and domestication of animals, the origins of urbanism, and the rise of civilizations throughout the world. It begins with discussions of general principles and theories in archaeology; site dating; excavation and survey; artifact analysis; faunal
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analysis; and paleobotany. These are used to examine agriculture and animal husbandry in the Upper Paleolithic, beginning ca. 25,000 years ago, in the ancient Middle East, Asia, and North and South America. Theories about origins of urbanism and the rise of civilizations are also considered, with case studies drawn from the prime areas of Southwest Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Egypt, Mesoamerica, South America and, possibly, prehistoric North America. The course will also feature a virtual dig of a Paleolithic site. (DH) ANTH 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity (3) This course offers a comparative understanding of the growing importance of nations not represented by states - the indigenous peoples of the fourth world. Case studies will draw from the experience of Native Hawaiians, Native Americans, Australian Aborigines, and South African San (among others) to clarify struggles for cultural and political sovereignty, and the growing contribution of such earth-based societies to politics and cosmology beyond modernity. The goal will be to facilitate constructive discourse between indigenous peoples and the citizens of industrial nations. (Cross-list HPST/POLS 342) ANTH 351 Culture, Thought, and Behavior (3) A cross-cultural investigation of concepts of self; the socialization process; personality development; interpersonal relations; world views; and the various forms of personal and cultural expressions. (Cross-list PSY 351) (DS) ANTH 356 Culture and Communication (3) Language is the principal means by which humans communicate. This course explores the nature of language, the unique biological characteristics of humans that make language possible, the complex elements of language, and the significance of language for human culture. Students will apply anthropological techniques developed to analyze languages around the world to the study of their own speech community. ANTH 358 Myth, Symbol, and Ritual (3) Myths play an important role in a peoples understanding of the world and their place in it. Rituals are used to bring persons into contact with the realm of the sacred. They are performed because it is believed that they can bring about profound changes in individuals and can even transform the world. When experienced by those who believe in them, rituals can cure sickness, cause death, secure salvation and life everlasting, bring ancestors to life, and transform weak boys and lazy girls into strong and productive men and women. Myths and rituals derive their power from symbols objects, actions, words, and relationships that convey meaning. This course looks at the power of symbols, rituals, and myths. ANTH 359 Okinawans Locally and Globally (3) This seminar-format course uses sociological and anthropological concepts and theories to examine the historical conditions which sparked Okinawan immigration to Hawaii and globally. It will survey Ryukyuan and Okinawan history and cultural elements, impact of the Pacific War and current events which have affected Okinawan communities in Hawaii and globally. Pre: ENG 100. (Cross-list SOC 359) ANTH 362 Gender, Culture, and Society (3) An exploration of gender in individual, social, and cultural contexts. Examines the interrelationship of biological and environmental factions, socialization processes, institutional contexts, and prospects for change and gender equity. (Cross-list SOC 362) ANTH 380 (Alpha) Field Archaeology (v) Students will learn the techniques of archaeological survey, excavation, mapping, and photography. Hands-on experience will be gained through fieldwork investigations of sites. May be repeated for credit. (Cross-list HPST 380) (DS) ANTH 383 Museum Studies (3) This course introduces students to an overview of the history, philosophy, and current status of museums; legal and ethical issues; and current debates and perspectives about museum practices, including the issues of collection, preservation, and interpretation. Museum professionals join the class as guest speakers and discussants for course topics. Fieldtrips to local museums are also featured. (DS) ANTH 405 History and Theory of Anthropology (3) An examination of the emergence of the discipline and contemporary theoretical issues and perspectives. Major theories in the study of human nature and culture will be discussed in their historical contexts. Special attention will be given to cultural ecology, structuralism, structural-functionalism, political economy, symbolic anthropology, poststructuralism, reflexive anthropology. (DS) ANTH 415 Human Ecological Adaptation (3) This course investigates the relationship of humans and the natural environment. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of human ecological adaptation that is evolutionary and holistic. It will investigate human variation in response to conditions of heat, cold, altitude, diet, and disease. In particular, it will focus on subsistence practices, and especially how past human societies and cultures adapted to the environment and changed over time. The complexity of how human societies both exploit and are limited by their environment will be stressed. (DS) ANTH 422 Magic, Witchcraft, and the Supernatural (3) A cross-cultural investigation of religious beliefs and practices. The course will cover rites of transition, death and the afterlife, gods, ritual, charismatic religious leaders, religious movements, ghosts, traditional curing, shamanism, demons, witches, and sorcerers. (Cross-list PSY 422) (DH) ANTH 423 Social and Cultural Change (3) An examination of the causes, processes, and effects of social change in simple and complex societies, with emphasis on the major theories of social and cultural change. (Cross-list SOC 423) (DS) ANTH 437 Pacific Archaeology (3) This course investigates the origins of Pacific peoples and their settlement and adaptation to the islands in Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Evidence will be drawn from archaeological sites, artifacts, languages, and oral traditions. (Cross-list HIST/HPST 437) (DH) ANTH 447 Polynesian Cultures (3) This course focuses on contemporary Polynesian societies. Topics covered include subsistence and exchange; kinship, marriage, and family life; ritual and belief systems; rank and political leadership; and ideas about health and illness. Special attention will also be devoted to current issues affecting Polynesian peoples, such as population growth, migration, the problem of insuring economic growth in a global economy, the politics of identity, and health and environmental issues. (DS) ANTH 448 Micronesian Cultures (3) This course explores the dozens of distinct cultures and the important historical events and changes to the little islands of Micronesia. Micronesian cultures are noted for careful adaptations to their physical environments, some described as marginal. They are renowned as navigators. They have some of the most highly developed chiefdoms and extensive empires within the Pacific. Over centuries of European and Asian presence in the region, Micronesians came into contact with whalers, traders, missionaries, colonists, and the military. Micronesia was a major arena
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during World War II and an important site of postwar nuclear weapons testing. Today, the region has achieved a measure of political independence. But, Micronesias strategic location continues to be of global interest. Life has changed significantly, yet tradition remains strong. (DS) ANTH 459 Forensic Investigations (3) This course applies concepts and methods from physical anthropology to problems in human identification. These allow the investigator to determine age, sex, ancestry, diseases, and pathologies found in human remains. The course also considers DNA testing and its role in the courts. In addition, a review of actual case studies and a special field trip to the Central Identification Laboratory are also featured. (DB) ANTH 460 Advanced Techniques in Forensic Anthropology (3) This course concentrates upon specific forensic anthropology skills in detail, as used by practitioners in the field. Topics include assessment of age, sex, ancestry, stature, trauma, osseous pathology, taphonomic history, methods of individualization/positive identification, and forensic entomology/time since death. The course will include lectures and also feature practical training with osteological specimens. Students will complete a research project on one of the forensic topics covered in the course. Pre: ANTH 297 and 297L, or equivalent coursework. (DB) ANTH 474 Culture and Mental Illness (3) A cross-cultural study of mental illness and therapeutic practices comparing Western and non-Western cultures. (Cross-list PSY 474) (DS) ANTH 483 Archaeology of Hawaii (3) This course will explore Hawaiian prehistory from the time of original settlement of the Islands until the arrival of Captain James Cook. Evidence will be gained from the investigation of archaeological sites, settlements, artifacts, and other physical remains, and from recorded Hawaiian oral traditions. These data will be used to reconstruct ancient Hawaiian life, and ways to trace the development of Hawaiian society. (Cross-list HPST/HIST 483) (DH) ANTH 487 Philippine Culture (3) This course examines the material and non-material culture of the people in the Philippines. This course takes a glimpse of the story of (wo)man in the Philippine Islands during the prehistoric and pre-colonial period. It examines the cultural practices of various Filipino ethnolinguistic groups, giving emphasis on their social structures and dynamics, customs and traditions, value systems, and cultural symbols. The course also explores issues facing the indigenous people and other sub-groups in the Philippines. (DS) ANTH 495 Research Seminar (3) Seminar on recent literature in some field (mutually selected by faculty and student) and appropriate alternative research strategies and techniques. Pre: SSCI 310 or equivalent. ANTH 496 Selected Topics in Anthropology (v 1-6) Topics selected will vary with student interests; emphasis will be on relevancy and application of theory and analysis to problem solving. Examples: Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective, Medical Anthropology, Ethics in Anthropology. May be repeated for credit. ANTH 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. APPLIED SCIENCE APSC 486 Senior Project (3) With assistance from an applied sciences faculty advisor, students will complete a project based on original or library research related to a particular problem or issue in their chosen field of study. Students will share the results of this learning process with peers and will assist each other in refining communications skills, developing research and information retrieval techniques, and other research-related competencies. Pre: Completion of concentration requirements or consent of faculty. APSC 490 Senior Practicum (3) With assistance from an applied science faculty advisor, students will complete a practicum or internship with an appropriate community agency or institution. As an intern, the student is delegated the responsibility of developing the solution to a well-defined problem, or is asked to complete a field-relevant task. Students report on the experience using their understanding of the field in which they are working. Students will share the results of this learning process with peers and will assist each other in refining communications skills. Pre: Completion of concentration requirements or consent of faculty. ASTRONOMY ASTR 110 Survey of Astronomy (3) This course introduces the astronomical universe, including: the solar system with its diverse planets, moons, etc.; more distant celestial objects; theories for the origin of the universe and the formation of our Milky Way and other galaxies, comparative cosmologies including at least western and Hawaiian; concepts of distance and deep time. Pre: placement into ENG 100, or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DP) BIOLOGY BIOL 100 Human Biology (3) Designed for the non-biologist who wishes to learn more about fundamental biological concepts, with emphasis on humans and the human body. Topics covered will include the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems of the human body, which will be related to physical fitness, nutrition, health, disease and genetics. Evolution of humans and their role in the biosphere will also be covered. Not intended for science majors. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DB) BIOL 101 Biology & Society (3) This course introduces students to the characteristics of science, the historical development of biological concepts, and the interactions of society with biological science. Designed for the non-biologist who wishes to learn more about fundamental biological concepts, including evolution, biodiversity, cellular and molecular biology, physiology, genetics and ecology. Application of biological knowledge to current problems, such as biotechnology and human impacts on the biosphere, will also be covered. Not intended for science majors. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: BIOL 101L. (DB) BIOL 101L Biology & Society Laboratory (1) This course introduces students to the characteristics of science, using scientific inquiry and topics in the biological sciences. Topics covered will include the major concepts of biology, including evolution, biodiversity, cellular and molecular biology, physiology, genetics and ecology. Not intended for science majors. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: BIOL 101. (DY) BIOL 123 Hawaiian Environmental Biology (3) This course and its laboratory will describe characteristics and theories of science as they interact with and impact modern society and the Hawaiian environment. Emphasis will be on biological sciences and local Hawaiian issues. However, examples from other places and other sciences (geology, oceanography, etc.) will add depth of understanding and relate Hawaii to its global context. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: BIOL 123L (DB)
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BIOL 123L Hawaiian Environmental Biology Laboratory (1) Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: BIOL 123 (DY) BIOL 200 Coral Reefs (3) This course is an introduction to the biology, ecology and geology of corals and the reef structures they build. Topics will include the physical and chemical properties of coral reef habitats, reef geology, the physiology, anatomy, ecology and evolution of coral reef organisms, and the human use and management of human impacts on coral reefs. Emphasis will be on the coral reefs of Hawaii, but comparisons will be made among reefs from other areas. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DB) BIOL 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. BIOL 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. BIOL 496 Selected Topics in Biology (v 1-6) Topics selected will vary with program relevancy and student interest. May be repeated for credit. BIOL 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BUSA 300 Principles of Marketing (3) Examines the revolution in marketing. Applies the fundamental principles of successful marketing including segmentation, targeting, product development, positioning, packaging, placement, pricing, promotion, service, and relationship-building to the development of marketing plans. BUSA 304 Consumer Behavior (3) Examination of major influences on those who buy and use products. Assessing social, personal, and psychological influences including reference groups in the purchasing decision process. Application of principles to select marketing problems. BUSA 305 Advertising and Promotion Management (3) Applies research findings to advertising, direct marketing, and public relations materials and campaigns. Develops copywriting and visual design skills for effective print ads and press releases. Integrates marketing communications activities including tracking and evaluating results. Pre: BUSA 300. BUSA 310 Concepts in Accounting (3) This course deals with the basic standards and principles that underlie the accumulation of accounting information and how such information is used in management decisionmaking. (Not recommended for those who have completed ACC 201 or ACC 202 or equivalent.) BUSA 312 Intermediate Financial Accounting I (3) Accounting process and the application of generally accepted accounting principles to the preparation of general purpose financial statements, with special emphasis upon the recognition and measurement of cash, receivables, inventories, property, plant and equipment, depreciation and depletion, and intangibles. Pre: BUSA 310, or equivalent introductory accounting courses. BUSA 313 Intermediate Financial Accounting II (3) Application of generally accepted accounting principles to the recognition and measurement of liabilities, contingencies, contributed capital, retained earnings, investments, accounting changes and errors, income recognition, accounting for income taxes, pensions, leases, and the statement of cash flows. Pre: BUSA 312. BUSA 318 Intermediate Managerial Accounting (3) Output of cost accounting systems relevant to managerial decision-making, planning, and control. Topics include: job order, process, direct and standard cost systems, with emphasis on the creative application and analysis of costs. Pre: BUSA 310, or equivalent introductory accounting courses. BUSA 319 Tax Concepts (3) Examines federal income tax concepts such as gross income, inclusions, deductions, exemptions, and tax credits. Introduces taxation of property transactions. Promotes critical thinking. Pre: BUSA 310 or equivalent introductory accounting courses. BUSA 320 Statistics for Decision-Making (3) Statistical application to business processes and decisions. Topics include: descriptive statistics probability, random variables, statistical inference, time series and forecasting techniques. Examples are drawn from finance, personnel, productivity and quality management. Pre: intermediate algebra, college algebra, statistics or higher-level math with a C or better or successful completion of the UH West Oahu math placement test. BUSA 321 Business Finance (3) Introduction to the theory and practice of financial management: analysis and decision making for asset management, capital budgeting, and capital structure. Pre: BUSA 310 or equivalent introductory accounting courses, and BUSA 320. (Cross-list ECON 321) BUSA 323 Economic and Financial Environment of Global Business (3) International trade, financial flows, and direct investment, public and private institutions including government policies and captive markets. Emphasis on Asian-Pacific issues with attention to the cultural differences among countries. Pre: ECON 310, or introductory macroeconomics and microeconomics courses. (Cross-list ECON 323) BUSA 324 Business Law (3) Introduction to the legal environment in which business operates with particular attention to principles of law relating to contracts, agencies, partnerships, corporations, and government regulations. (Not recommended for those who have completed LAW 200 or equivalent.) BUSA 326 Investments (3) Introduction to various investment media and capital markets. Topics include the analysis of security returns using techniques such as the Beta coefficient, investment valuation models, portfolio selection, and portfolio theory. BUSA 330 Computer Skills for Administrators (3) This course is designed to acquaint the student with microcomputer hardware and software. Students will be introduced to applications commonly used by administrators, and will be provided with hands-on experience. The hardware will be Intel-based PCs. The software will include, but will not be limited to, office applications running under Microsoft operating systems. Finally, material on networking, the communications infrastructure, and information systems will be presented. (Not recommended for students who have completed an introductory course in computer applications.) (Cross-list PUBA 330) BUSA 332 Contemporary Business Issues (3) This course provides an overview of contemporary business issues and examines how business organizations interact with society and the larger business environment. Topics
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to be examined include the role of business in American society, the stakeholder model, social responsibilities of business, business and government, and issues management. BUSA 345 Management Information Systems (3) Students will learn how the continual changes in technology affect all levels of an organization including operational, tactical and strategic. Topics include: systems development cycle, enterprise databases, electronic commerce, electronic business, networking technology and applications, and managerial decision- making and reporting, using technology. Pre: BUSA/PUBA 330 or equivalent. BUSA 351 Human Resources Administration (3) This course provides a general survey of theories and contemporary practices in the process of public and private personnel administration. In addition to topics such as recruitment and placement, training and development, compensation and performance appraisal, this course will also focus on techniques for motivation, productivity, and creativity associated with individual and organizational effectiveness. (Cross-list PUBA 351) BUSA 355 Labor-Management Relations (3) Study of labor-management relations: the history, organization, and relationship to the administrative process. Primary focus is on labor-management relations in the private sector, but course will also cover the basic factors which distinguish private from public employment relations. Specific consideration given to current problems on the mainland and in Hawaii. (Cross-list PUBA 355) BUSA 364 Retailing Management (3) Principles, functions, and analyses of problems in retailing: location and layout, merchandise planning, buying and selling, organization, expense analysis and control, coordination of store activities. Pre: BUSA 300. BUSA 376 International Business Management (3) Analysis of cultural, political, social, and economic aspects of doing business abroad. Theories of international trade, international transfer of technology, global business strategy, and foreign investment. Examination of contemporary international management issues. BUSA 386 Global Management and Organizational Behavior (3) Analysis of theories and concepts underlying domestic and global organizations including behavioral and personnel issues. Emphasis on leadership, teamwork, and cultural differences, particularly in the Asian-Pacific region. BUSA 399 Study Abroad (v 1-6) Registration in this course allows enrolled registration status for students studying abroad. Courses completed abroad may remain in this category as elective credit and be applied to a Bachelors degree up to a total of 6 credits. Note: Students must complete the Study Abroad Application Packet prior to registration into this course. Pre: Consent of faculty advisor BUSA 408 International Marketing (3) This course focuses on the opportunities, problems, and decisions facing managers of international marketing. It considers the full range of international marketing involvement from the exporter to the multinational firm. Pre: BUSA 300. BUSA 414 Governmental Accounting (3) Concepts and principles for not-for-profit entities with emphasis on governmental units. Introduction to the fundamentals of fund accounting and financial reporting for state and local government. Pre: BUSA 312. BUSA 415 Auditing (3) Discussion of auditing concepts, including standards, objectives and ethics for external auditors. Emphasis on reporting standards, internal control, evidence, statistical sampling, and EDP audits. Pre: BUSA 313. BUSA 416 Accounting Information Systems (3) Introduction of the basic theoretical, conceptual, and practical aspects of the accounting information system (AIS). The course will emphasize the design, use, management, audit, and maintenance of such systems, including the latest developments. The course includes hands-on microcomputer spreadsheet and general ledger and associated computer applications. Pre: BUSA 312. BUSA 418 Advanced Accounting (3) Advanced accounting topics include business acquisition and combinations, consolidations, consolidating worksheets and consolidating financial statements. Also included are accounting for partnerships, intercompany transactions, and foreign currency translation. Pre: BUSA 313. BUSA 419 Corporate and Partnership Tax (3) An introduction to the federal income tax structure as it applies to corporations and partnerships. The major focus will be upon the conceptual and legal underpinnings of the Internal Revenue Code. Pre: BUSA 319. BUSA 422 International Financial Management (3) Financial decision-making in an international setting: analysis of direct foreign investment; economic, accounting and regulatory environments, including taxation; international money and capital markets; import and export financing; multinational working capital management, and risk aspects of international finance. Pre: BUSA 321. BUSA 427 Topics and Cases in Business Finance (3) Application of financial principles and analytical techniques to financial problems and developments. Lecture, discussions and case methods will be utilized. Pre: BUSA 321. BUSA 432 Forecasting and Risk Management (3) Analysis of time series data for forecasting and risk management. Forecasts for smoothing, decomposition, multiple regression, Box Jenkins, auto-correlation, moving average, auto-regression. Comparison and selection of suitable forecasting methods for a given application. Use of computer packages. Pre: BUSA 320 or equivalent. (Cross-list ECON 432) BUSA 435 Strategic Planning (3) Business policy development and implementation. Analysis of external and internal forces that influence a course of action. Consequences of proactive and reactive policies in organizations in a competitive global marketplace, and implications for management. Pre: BUSA 300 and 321. BUSA 460 Environmental Policy Planning and Administration (3) This course will focus on the organization of government agencies in the formation and implementation of public policy on environmental issues. Assessment questions, laws and regulation, and the role of public participation will be covered. This course will also cover environmental management as it relates to both the private and public sector. (Cross-list PUBA 460) BUSA 462 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuation (3) This course is intended for novices in business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Topics include business
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BUSA 490 Administrative Practicum (v) This is a field exercise course. Students are provided internships in either business, education, or government. As an intern, the student is delegated the responsibility of developing the solution to some problem, or asked to complete a relevant or characteristic task. Students report on their experience using their understanding of administrative theory and practice. Pre: Consent of instructor, 3 upper division credits of writing-intensive (WI) coursework. Note: Students participating in Practicum must sign the UHWO Assumption of Risk and Release Form. This form must be completed prior to beginning this off-campus activity. BUSA 494 Small Business Institute Supervised Field Study (3) The purpose of this course is to provide assistance to a select business. A binding non-disclosure agreement is required. As part of a consulting team, participants identify significant problems, analyze them, compare options, and make specific recommendations for improvement. Team develops a written report and oral presentation. Pre: Senior standing, successful completion of all required Business Administration courses with a grade of B or better, and approval by a faculty committee. Note: Students participating in Practicum must sign the UH West Oahus Assumption of Risk and Release Form. This form must be completed prior to beginning this off-campus activity. BUSA 496 Selected Topics in Business Administration (v 1-6) Topics will vary with program relevancy and student interest. May be repeated for credit BUSA 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with instructor. COMPUTING, ELECTRONICS, AND NETWORkING TECHNOLOGY CENT 410 IT Project Management (4) This course exposes the student to and provides the opportunity for students to practice the application and integration of the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK) areas to managing information technology (IT) projects. The primary focus of this course is on project management principles associated with managing an IT projects goal, scope, schedule, and budget. Some additional topics that will be covered include quality, risk and knowledge management as well as software tools that support the activities associated with project management.
continuity planning; recovery of information and communication systems; the purpose, goals, and objectives of plan development; and initial response to catastrophic events. (Cross-list PUBA 462) BUSA 474 Economies of the Pacific Basin (3) Analysis of recent developments in the structure, trend and composition of the Pacific economies. Major emphasis is placed on the most important economies such as Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Pre: ECON 300 (Cross-list ECON/ HPST 474) BUSA 480 Organizational Behavior (3) The focus of this course is on the impact of the organizational and industrial environment on the personality of the individual. Course content includes a survey of the factors involved in industry and organizational life such as job analysis; selection; training; motivation; worker satisfaction; and styles of leadership. (Cross-list PSY/PUBA 480)
BUSA 481 Ethics and Administration (3) Consideration of the ethical problems that face administrators in the public and private sectors from a theoretical point of view and in application to particular cases. Such issues as corporate responsibility to communities; shareholders and competitors; bribery; honesty; racialism; ecology; and false or misleading advertising will be discussed. (Cross-list PHIL/PUBA 481) (ETH) BUSA 486 Senior Project (v) With assistance from an advisor, students will complete a project based on original or library research related to a particular problem or issue in the chosen field of study. Students will share the results of this learning process with peers and will assist each other in refining communication skills, developing research and information retrieval techniques, and other research-related competencies. Pre: Consent of instructor, 3 upper division credits of writingintensive (WI) coursework
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CHEMISTRY CHEM 100 Chemistry and Man (3) This course and its laboratory will introduce basic principles of chemistry and their impact on modern society and environment. It is designed for non-science majors and therefore presented from a simplified chemical viewpoint. Emphasis will be on everyday phenomena and local Hawaiian issues. However, examples from other places and other sciences (environment science and forensics, etc.) will add depth of the understanding of scientific issues at global context. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: CHEM 100L (DP) CHEM 100L Chemistry and Man Laboratory (1) This course and its laboratory will introduce basic principles of chemistry and their impact on modern society and environment. It is designed for non-science majors and therefore presented from a simplified chemical viewpoint. Emphasis will be on everyday phenomena and local Hawaiian issues. However, examples from other places adn other sciences (environment science and forensics, etc.) will add depth of the understanding of scientific issues at global context. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: CHEM 100 (DY) EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Note: The following set of core Early Childhood Education coursework, or equivalents, is required as program prerequisites prior to taking any 300- or 400-level ECED coursework: ED 105 Introduction to Early Childhood Education ED 110 Developmentally Appropriate Practice ED 131 Early Childhood Development: Theory into Practice ED 140 Guiding Young Children in Group Settings ED 151 & 191v/190 Practicum in Early Childhood Education ED 115 or 215 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child (Healthy Young Children) ED 245/FAMR 235 Child, Family and Community ED 263 Language and Creative Expression Curriculum ED 264 Inquiry and Physical Curriculum ED 296C/P & 291v Field Experience in Early Childhood Education Some courses may require only certain program prerequisites be completed. Please consult with the ECE faculty (Dr. Susan Matoba Adler, email: [e-mail]; or Dr. Jeanne Iorio, email: [e-mail]) for specific prerequisites for each course. ECED 320 Issues, Trends and Leadership in Early Childhood Education (3) This course includes the study and discussion of topics related to contemporary issues and trends that influence early childhood programs and policies. Students will build leadership skills, explore professional and ethical standards, and become informed advocates for young children and their families. ECED 340 Communication and Relationships in Early Childhood Education (3) This course explores social and cultural influences that impact relationships and communication in early childhood settings. Students will analyze skills and strategies for maintaining positive relationships with children, staff, and families and for dealing with challenging behaviors. Students will examine multicultural education and reflect on their relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds. ECED 401 Curricular Models in Early Childhood Education (3) This course explores a variety of curricular models in early childhood education. Curricular models and early childhood programs develop in historical contexts and reflect a variety of theoretical orientations. Students will critique program models such as: The Project Approach, High Scope, Reggio Emilia, Behavior Analysis, Bank Street, Montessori, Waldorf Education, Head Start, and Culturally Relevant, Multicultural/Anti-Bias models. ECED 402 Emergent Literacy in the Home, School and Community (3) This course examines the theoretical foundations of emergent literacy and learning activities designed to enhance literacy development of young children. Students will analyze the relationships among emergent reading and writing, and the development of speaking and listening skills. Students will investigate how emergent literacy evolves for all children and how culturally sensitive homeschool relationships can enhance literacy awareness. ECED 420 Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood Programs (3) This course addresses principles of leadership and effective program management. Students will analyze topics such as: personnel selection and training, budget and finance, regulations, accreditation, professional ethics, program assessment, staff performance evaluation, and community relationships for early childhood administrators. ECED 440 Instruction and Assessment in Early Childhood Education (3) This course examines the relationships between instruction and student assessment and the decision-making process for creating effective curriculum for preschoolers. Students will demonstrate the use of student observation; developmental assessment tools; authentic assessment; integration of culturally relevant content into curricular planning; and self-reflection of early childhood knowledge and pedagogy. ECED 496 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. ECED 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. ECONOMICS ECON 130 Principles of Microeconomics (3) Examination of the decision-making process of households and firms. Analysis of the functioning of market systems, using supply and demand models. This analysis includes both input and output markets. Additional topics include the role of government in a market system, and the effects of competitive strategy. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DS) ECON 131 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) Examination of the workings of the overall economy from a national perspective. Topics include the determination of national income; causes and effects of inflation; unemployment and income inequality; causes and consequences of international differences in economic growth; analysis of business cycles; and role of government policy in stabilizing the economy. Additional topics include taxation, budgets, and trade. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DS) ECON 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. ECON 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. ECON 300 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (3) National income accounts and determination, Keynesian
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multiplier analysis, IS-LM model, national economic policy to combat unemployment and inflation. Pre: ECON 310, or introductory macroeconomics course. (DS) ECON 301 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (3) Price determination and resource allocation under various market structures, consumer theory, theory of the firm, externalities. Pre: ECON 310 or introductory microeconomics course. (DS) ECON 302 Managerial Economics (3) Application of economic and statistical concepts for business decisions. Topics include demand and supply analysis, production, case analysis, forecasting, technological change, capital budgeting, input output analysis, and computer techniques for business problems. Pre: introductory economics class or Econ 130 or 310; and Math 103 or higher level math. (DS) ECON 310 Concepts in Economic Theory (3) This course will cover the fundamental principles in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and extend to selected topics beyond the principles level. The course will cover the market, prices, supply and demand, market analysis, market structures of perfect competition and monopoly, national income accounting, aggregate supply and demand, fiscal and monetary policies, unemployment, inflation and growth. No prerequisite courses are necessary. (Not recommended for those who have completed Econ 130/131 or equivalent.) (DS) ECON 311 Hawaiis Economy (3) Economic history of Hawaii from pre-Captain Cook to the present, current economic problems, trends and alternative economic futures for Hawaii. (Cross-list HPST 311) (DS) ECON 321 Business Finance (3) Introduction to the theory and practice of financial management: analysis and decision making for asset management, capital budgeting, and capital structure. Pre: BUSA 310 or equivalent introductory accounting courses, and BUSA 320 or equivalent. (Cross-list BUSA 321) ECON 322 Money and Capital Markets (3) This course will look at the major types of financial institutions and financial instruments such as stocks, securities, and mortgages. It will look at how and why the system of money and capital markets exists and how it is changing. Also, it will provide an explanation of how interest rates and security values are determined and used. Further, it will discuss the current and future trend of the globalization of the financial markets. Pre: Econ 130 and 131 or equivalent. (DS) ECON 323 Economic and Financial Environment of Global Business (3) International trade, financial flows and direct investment, public and private institutions including government policies and captive markets. Emphasis on Asian-Pacific issues with attention to the cultural differences among countries. Pre: ECON 310, or introductory macroeconomics and microeconomics courses. (Cross-list BUSA 323) (DS) ECON 325 Philosophy of Economics (3) Examination of the philosophical basis of Western economic systems. Emphasis on the conception of man, the role of economics in social life, and the vision of society from Adam Smith to the present. (Cross-list PHIL 325) (DS) ECON 340 Money and Banking (3) Nature and role of money; money creation; commercial banking and financial intermediaries; role of central banks and monetary policy; international aspects of monetary problems. (DS) ECON 358 Environmental Economics (3) Economic analysis of environmental issues. Questions addressed are: How much pollution is too much? Can government solve the pollution problem? Can incentives be used to affect the amount of pollution? How can global issues be resolved? Pre: ECON 310, or introductory microeconomics course. (DS) ECON 396 Contemporary Economic Issues (3) Explores the relevance of economic principles to such current economic problems as inflation, unemployment, balance of payments, energy crisis, distribution of income, discrimination, and other topics of current interest. Approach will be analytical, with the student posing and analyzing problems using economic concepts. (DS) ECON 410 Economic Development (3) Problems of contemporary economically less-developed countries; agricultural employment and urbanization/ industrialization, savings and investment, foreign sector, population growth, strategies for development. Pre: ECON 300 and 301. (DS) ECON 432 Forecasting and Risk Management (3) Analysis of time series data for forecasting and risk management. Forecasts for smoothing, decomposition, multiple regression, Box Jenkins, auto-correlation, moving average, auto-regression. Comparison and selection of suitable forecasting methods for a given application. Use of computer packages. Pre: BUSA 320, SSCI 210, SSCI 310 (Cross-list BUSA 432) (DS) ECON 460 International Trade (3) Theory of international trade and welfare, gains from specialization and exchange, impact of trade restrictions such as tariffs and quotas. Pre: ECON 301. (DS) ECON 461 International Finance (3) Monetary aspects of international economics, optimum reserves, exchange rates, balance of payments, capital movements. Pre: ECON 300 and 340. (DS) ECON 474 Economies of the Pacific Basin (3) Analysis of recent developments in the structure, trend, and composition of the Pacific economies. Major emphasis is placed on the most important economies such as Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Pre: ECON 300 (Cross-list BUSA/ HPST 474) (DS) ECON 495 Urban Economics (3) Residential and industrial location, land and housing markets, effects of zoning, social problems of an urban economy, and urban administration; focus on State of Hawaii and City and County of Honolulu. Pre: ECON 310, or introductory microeconomics course. (DS) ECON 496 Selected Topics in Economics (v 1-6) Topics selected will vary, emphasis on relevancy and application of theory and analysis to problem solving. Examples: natural resource economics, law and economics, women and the economy, economics of information, and cost-benefit analysis. May be repeated for credit. ECON 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) Individual projects in various fields. To be arranged with the instructor.
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EDUCATION: ELEMENTARY *Note: Approval of the Application for the Professional Teacher Education (APTE) is required for enrollment into the 400-level Elementary Education courses. Requirements include: passing scores on the Praxis I; completion of a minimum of 45 credits; and a minimum 2.5 cumulative (overall) GPA. Additionally, minimum grades of C or better in the following courses: EDEE 200, 201, 310, and ENG 200. EDEE 200 Early Field Experience (1) 45 hours of supervised field experiences that engage the pre-service teacher candidate in a Professional Development School (PDS) teaching and learning environment. Requires weekly reflections that are grounded in critical thinking about issues in teaching and learning, along with attention to the ethical standards of the teaching profession. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: EDEE 201. EDEE 201 Introduction to Teaching as a Career (2) Introduces the teacher candidate to the process of becoming a highly qualified teacher in the State of Hawaii. Topics include: an overview of the Teacher Education program, K-6; an introduction to the multiple dimensions of teaching, including the why of teaching (entering the profession); the who of teaching (students), the what of teaching (curriculum), and the how of teaching (pedagogy); an initiation into the lifelong process of reflection and growth; and initial development of the Professional Portfolio. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: EDEE 200. EDEE 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. EDEE 297 Educational Media & Technology (3) An introduction to educational media and technology theory and practice with an emphasis on meaningful integration of technology and media into a variety of face-toface and online learning environments for diverse populations. Attention is given to practical applications and the acquisition of skills relevant to the classroom teaching and learning environment, as well as non-school settings. Pre: Completion of ICS 101 with a grade of C or higher or consent of instructor; placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. EDEE 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. EDEE 300 Service Learning (v 1-3) In this field-based course, students participate in a minimum of 45 hours (per credit hour) of volunteer work, utilizing cultural and scientific community resources, which in turn provide the contexts for understanding the impact of educational initiatives in a global society. Taken concurrently with EDEE 310, students gain valuable, first-hand experience with contemporary issues in education, within the context of service to the local community. Pre: Sophomore or higher level standing; EDEE 200 and 201 (or concurrent enrollment). EDEE 310 Education in a Global Society (3) This project-based course examines historical, political, philosophical, sociological, and ethical factors influencing education in todays global society. Particular emphasis is placed on contemporary problems and applications in the context of service to the local community. Requires students to engage in critical thinking, reflective decision-making, and action research. In this field-based course, students also participate in a minimum 20 hours of volunteer work, utilizing cultural and scientific community resources, which in turn provide the contexts for understanding the impact of educational initiatives in a global society. Students gain valuable, first-hand experience with contemporary issues in education, within the context of service to the local community. Pre: Sophomore or higher level standing; completion of EDEE 200 and 201 with a C or higher or concurrent enrollment. EDEE 324 Health, Physical Education and Movement (3) Provides experiences for elementary teacher candidates to create interactive learning opportunities for children, as they develop personal and social responsibility for a healthy lifestyle. Emphasis is placed on integrating concepts of health, physical education, and movement across all subject areas in the elementary school curriculum. Focus on National and Hawaii Health Education Standards. Pre: Completion of EDEE 310 with a C or higher grade or concurrent enrollment. EDEE 325 Creative and Performing Arts (3) An invitation to engage with creative and performing works of art, revealing the possibilities of imagination within education. Through experiences with creativity, conventional understandings can be expanded, offering new perspectives and alternatives to everyday learning. Developing creative rituals, experiencing various arts, and conversing critically will encompass the overall structure of the course. Pre: Completion of EDEE 310 with a C or higher grade or concurrent enrollment. EDEE 400A Block A Practicum (1) This one credit field-based experience, taken concurrently with Literacy Methods I (EDEE 420) and Social Studies Methods I (EDEE 425), focuses on developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant pedagogy in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Under the supervision of a classroom teacher mentor and a university supervisor, teacher candidates complete their practicum experience in a primary grade classroom where they put into practice standardsbased methods and materials that have been studied in their on-campus literacy and social studies methods courses. Pre: APTE approval*. Coreq: EDEE 420 and EDEE 425. EDEE 400B Block B Practicum (1) This one credit field-based experience, taken concurrently with Literacy Methods II (EDEE 430) and Social Studies Methods II (EDEE 435), focuses on developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant pedagogy in 4th through 6th grade. Under the supervision of a classroom teacher mentor and a university supervisor, teacher candidates complete their practicum experience in a primary grade classroom where they put into practice standards-based methods and materials that have been studied in their on-campus literacy and social studies methods courses. Coreq: EDEE 430 and EDEE 435. EDEE 401 Diversity in American Education (3) This course provides an in-depth study of the dynamics of change in the educational environment, as a result of increased cultural and linguistic diversity in todays global society. Students examine the social, political, curricular, ethical, and instructional implications for differentiated instruction designed to meet the needs of all learners. Pre: APTE approval*; and PSY 342 (or concurrent enrollment). EDEE 405 Education and Special Needs Students (3) This course is an introduction to the integration and inclusion of special needs students into the regular elementary education classroom. Prospective teachers learn the competencies necessary for successful inclusion. Pre: APTE approval*. EDEE 420 Literacy Methods I (3) Literacy Methods I focuses on theories and research-
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ENGLISH ENG 100 Composition I (3) This course provides composition skills for all academic writing to follow, focusing on clear descriptive writing, critical analyses of texts, and research writing. Students will produce short essays as well as a longer research project in which they must practice correct citation and documentation. They will learn to plan, outline, and edit well-organized essays with clear theses, pertinent supporting information, and correct grammar. Pre: Placement into ENG 100. (FW) ENG 200 Composition II (3) This is an intermediate composition course that will focus on outlining, organizing, revising, and editing academic essays, and students will complete a research paper that integrates primary and secondary sources. Pre: ENG 100. ENG 253 Survey of World Literature I (3) This course offers a broad survey of world literature written before the 16th century. Representing literary genres such as the epic and the tragedy, primary texts will be drawn from a variety of global cultures, including those of the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DL) ENG 254 World Literature II (3) This course surveys world literature written after 1600. Texts will be drawn from a variety of global cultures, including those of the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. ENG 257 (Alpha) Literary Themes (3) This course covers selected themes in literary works drawn from diverse periods and cultures. A: Crime and Mystery; other possible variations include food in literature and sports in literature. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DL) ENG 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. ENG 299 Directed Reading & Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor.
based practices related to developmental approaches to teaching and learning in grades K-3. Emphasis is placed on methods of teaching the English Language Arts: oral language, listening, reading, writing, visualizing, and visually representing. Teacher Candidates put literacy theory and research into practice via co-requisite Block A practicum. Pre: APTE approval; and PSY 342 or concurrent enrollment. Coreq: EDEE 400A and EDEE 425. EDEE 425 Social Studies Methods I (2) This first course in elementary school social studies focuses on teaching and learning in grades K-3. The purpose is to enable teacher candidates to become thoughtful, creative, and effective teachers, through focused inquiry, investigations, and collaborations, all within the context of planning and implementing a standards-based social studies curriculum. Pre: APTE approval*; and PSY 342, or concurrent enrollment. Coreq: EDEE 400A and EDEE 420. EDEE 430 Literacy Methods II (3) Literacy Methods II focuses on theories and research-based practices related to developmental approaches to teaching and learning in grades 4-6. Emphasis is placed on methods
of teaching the English Language Arts: oral language, listening, reading, writing, visualizing, and visually representing. Teacher Candidates put literacy theory and research into practice via co-requisite Block B practicum. Pre: APTE approval* and PSY 342. Coreq: EDEE 400B and EDEE 435. EDEE 435 Social Studies Methods II (2) This second course in elementary school social studies focuses on teaching and learning in grades 4-6. The purpose is to enable teacher candidates to become thoughtful, creative and effective teachers, through focused inquiry, investigations, and collaborations, all within the context of planning and implementing a standards-based social studies curriculum. Pre: APTE approval* and PSY 342. Coreq: EDEE 400B and EDEE 430. EDEE 496 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. EDEE 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor.
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ENG 300 Methods of Literary Interpretation (3) This course acquaints students with the reading skills appropriate to various literary and cinematic forms. Covering several interpretive methodologies, the course will include readings drawn from poetry, fiction, drama, and film as well as critical theory and applied criticism. (DL) ENG 320 (Alpha) World Literature (3) Selected topics in World Literature, such as European Literature, Asian Literature, Latin American Literature, and African Literature. Readings will introduce students to the style and vision of particular regions, periods, and literary movements. The course also allows a detailed examination of works by individual authors. (DL) ENG 330 Early British Literature (3) A study of British Literature from the seventh through the sixteenth centuries. The course will include study of Old English poetry and prose in translation. The course will also concentrate on such major authors as Chaucer, Spenser, Marlowe, and early Shakespeare. (DL) ENG 331 Seventeenth and Eighteenth Century British Literature (3) A study of the major British writers of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries including Milton, Shakespeare, Donne, Pope, Johnson, and Swift. The course will also examine the rise of the British novel. (DL) ENG 332 Nineteenth Century British Literature (3) A study of the major British writers of the nineteenth century, such as Austen, Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Byron, the Bront sisters, Tennyson, Browning, Hopkins, Dickens, George Eliot, and Thomas Hardy. (DL) ENG 333 Twentieth Century BritishLiterature (3) An examination of representative works of major British poets, fiction writers, and dramatists of the Twentieth Century. (DL) ENG 340 Early American Literature (3) A survey of American writing through the 17th century. The reading list includes indigenous literatures, European narratives of exploration, and the various genres employed by artists of the Puritan, revolutionary, and early national periods. (DL)
ENG 341 Nineteenth Century American Literature (3) Beginning with the American Renaissance writers such as Poe, Emerson, Melville, and Dickinson, this survey of United States literatures of the 1800s also examines a series of popular literary genres, including the slave narrative and the stage melodrama. Class meetings will be devoted to the discussion of literary art within historical and cultural contexts throughout the Jacksonian period, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. (DL) ENG 342 Twentieth Century American Literature (3) United States literatures of the long 20th century (1898present). Embracing all major literary forms, the reading list will treat intellectual movements (such as Modernism and Postmodernism), historical contexts (war, immigration), and the ways in which literature may be used as a mode of political and cultural resistance. (DL) ENG 360 Literature and Film (3) Literature/film adaptation is the primary subject of this course, alongside genre studies and literary treatments of the cinema. In addition to film screenings, course readings will include primary literary texts and film criticism. (DL) ENG 361 History of Film (3) A chronological survey of the many forms and interpretations of the cinema: technological and aesthetic developments, competing movements and schools of filmmaking,
and tensions between the individual director-auteur and the culture industries of Hollywood. Emphasizing canonical films by famous directors, the course also alerts students to alternative film historiographies. ENG 367 (Alpha) Genres and Directors (3) An examination of major film genres and the film makers who have contributed to their development. Readings and discussions will focus upon negotiations between generic convention and artistic innovation. A: Film Noir; B: The Western. (DL) ENG 380 Multicultural & Postcolonial Literatures (3) With recourse to the work of writers from around the world, this course explores the tension in literary studies between cultural diversity and political resistance. Central issues include the composition of literary canons and the role of literature in imperialism and decolonization. ENG 383 Childrens Literature (3) This course will analyze diverse examples of childrens literature, including folk-tales, picture books, and chapter books. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. ENG 401 Existentialism and the Human Condition (3) Study of the nineteenth and twentieth century thematic explorations of human consequences, freedom, choice, death, and the precarious and often baffling nature of human
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existence, as expressed in philosophy, literature and film. (Cross-list PHIL 401). (DH) ENG 410 The Bible as Literature (3) A study of the literary genres in the Bible. The course will examine how Biblical texts represent the cultural and spiritual values of the times. The course also emphasizes the analysis of style, structure, and major themes of selections from both the Old and New Testaments. ENG 441 Gender and Sexuality in Literature and Film (3) An examination of the representation of gender roles and sexual identities in a sample of literary works and films. (DH) ENG 470 Literature as History (3) An examination of works whose popularity offers valuable insights into the historical periods in which they were written. The books will be studied for their cultural and historical importance as well as their literary merit. Among the works to be covered: F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby; Henry Adams, Democracy; John Steinbeck, The Grapes of Wrath. Taught primarily as a seminar. (Cross-list HIST 470) (DH) ENG 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii (3) A study of writers who either came from, or have written about, Hawaii. This course may begin with 19th century sojourner literature and will emphasize the modern writers. (Cross-list HPST 476) (DL) ENG 477 Polynesian and Micronesian Mythology (3) This class introduces students to a wide range of traditional oral literature from islands within Polynesia and Micronesia, the parts of the Pacific nearest to Hawaii. The literature covers traditional time periods - stories common just before European Contact, from the late 1700s to the early 1800s. Literature includes tales of the different gods of these islands and the creation of the universe, the islands, and man; myths of the afterlife; stories of cultural heroes like Maui and Tahaki in Polynesia; stories of the arrival of settling groups headed by certain chiefs; and more factual oral historical accounts of pre-European rulers and chiefs and battles for political control. (Cross-list HPST 477) (DH) ENG 478 Hawaiian Mythology II (3) This class is taught as a companion class to Hawaiian Mythology I (ENG 479). The class further introduces students to the range of traditional Hawaiian oral literature. These include stories and prayers involving major and local gods, family aumakua (focusing on sharks), the Pele and Hiiaka story, Kamapuaa (the 1860s Fornander Collection version), the Maui stories, accounts of voyaging to Kahiki, and the late period dynastic accounts of the rulers of the Kingdom of Oahu. The cultural setting of these stories is discussed in the context of where they took place, and of Hawaiian culture and its changes. How these stories were recorded in the 1800s and changes in them, since then, are analyzed. The background of key collectors of oral stories is also reviewed. (Cross-list HPST 478). (DH) ENG 479 Hawaiian Mythology I (3) This class is taught as a companion class to Hawaiian Mythology II (ENG 479). The class introduces students to the range of traditional Hawaiian oral literature. These include tales and prayers involving the gods, the creation of the islands and man, stories of menehune, Pele (her arrival, and the local stories of Hawaii Island), Kamapuaa (the 1891 version), Kuula and Aiai, and the late period dynastic oral accounts of rulers of the Kingdom of Hawaii. The cultural setting of these stories is discussed in the context of where they took place, and of Hawaiian culture and its changes. How these stories were recorded in the 1800s and changes in them, since then, are analyzed. The background of key collectors of oral stories is also reviewed. (Cross-list HPST 479) (DH) ENG 480 Contemporary Literature of the Pacific (3) This course surveys the new emerging English literature by native South Pacific Islanders from 1960-1995. Emphasis on contemporary themes and issues in the novels, poetry, short stories, and essays from New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji and other areas. (Cross-list HPST 480) (DL) ENG 481 Plantation Fictions (3) Literary and cinematic treatments of the American plantation experience in Hawaii and the continental United States. Including works by writers such as Mark Twain, Charles Chesnutt, Toni Morrison, and Milton Murayama. (DL) ENG 496 Selected Topics in Literature and Film (v 1-6) Topics selected will be based on program relevancy and student interest. Course content will vary. May be repeated for credit. ENG 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) Individual projects in various subjects. To be arranged with the instructor. Reserved for advanced students who have completed at least three literature courses. GEOGRAPHY GEOG 102 World Regional Geography (3) This course will familiarize students with the major regions of the world and their physical, cultural, economic, historical and political characteristics. A brief introduction to physical geography terms and concepts will be followed by an in-depth investigation of each of the earths regions and the complex web of relationships among them. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (FGB) GEOG 365 Geography of the Pacific (3) In this course, we will study the geography of the Pacific Islands or Oceania, a geographic realm that encompasses the regions of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Within this geographic realm, Hawaii is an integral part being strategically located at the crossroads of cultural, social, economic, and political exchanges between the East and West and its Pacific Island neighbors. (Cross-list HPST 365). (HAP) HAWAIIAN HAW 101 Elementary Hawaiian I (4) This class is the introductory class in Hawaiian language. Students will begin to develop basic skills in speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Pronunciation, basic grammar, and increasing vocabulary are important elements of the class. Students will learn to have basic conversations, and they will learn how to write and read simple descriptive sentences. This will be done through reading chapters in the book linked with classroom lectures, activities, drills, and reviews. The class will be taught within the context of Hawaiian culture and history. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. HAW 102 Elementary Hawaiian II (4) This class is the continuation of HAW 101 Elementary Hawaiian I. Students will continue to devleop basic skills in speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension. Pronunciation, basic grammar, and increasing vocabulary are important elements of the class. Students will continue to learn basic conversation skills, and they will learn how to write and read more complex descriptive sentences. This will be done through reading chapters in the book linked with classroom lectures, activities, drills and reviews. The class will be taught within the context of Hawaiian culture and history. Pre: HAW 101. HAW 201 Intermediate Hawaiian I (4) This class is the continuation of HAW 102. Students will
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continue to develop skills in speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension to an intermediate level, focusing on pronunciation, basic grammar, and vocabulary. Stories published in Hawaiian language newspapers and texts will be used as resource material, along with the introduction of videos and tapes of native speakers. The class will be taught within the context of Hawaiian culture and history. Pre: HAW 102. HAW 301 Third-Level Hawaiian I (3) This class is the continuation of HAW 202. Traditional stories published in Hawaiian language newspapers and texts will be used as resource material, along with videos and tapes of native speakers. This course is taught entirely in Hawaiian and within the context of Hawaiian culture and history. Pre: HAW 202. HAWAIIAN-PACIFIC STUDIES HPST 201 Ka Anoano: Introduction to Hawaiian Studies (3) This is a survey course exploring various themes in Hawaiian Studies, including origins, land use and tenure, historical perspectives, language, spirituality, art, and contemporary issues. Course will focus largely on Hawaii as our home land/base, but will also include relevant information and discussion on similar issues throughout Polynesia and the Pacific. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (HAP) HPST 212 Paa Ke Kahua: Hula Foundations (3) This is an introductory course on basic foundations of Hula (Hawaiian dance) that incorporates an introduction to the origins, history, literature, and contemporary state of hula with the learning and performing of dances and chants. Pre: HAW 101 or concurrent enrollment or instructor consent; and placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DA) HPST 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. HPST 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. HPST 311 Hawaiis Economy (3) Economic history of Hawaii from pre-Captain Cook to the present, current economic problems, trends and alternative economic futures for Hawaii. (Cross-list ECON 311) (DS)
HPST 326 Hawaiian and Pacific Environments (3) This course will examine historic and current ecological principles and human impact on the environment. Course objectives include: 1) learning about underlying scientific principles which affect Earths environment; 2) evaluating problems arising from human interaction with the environment; and 3) examining both scientific and cultural solutions to environmental problems, especially with reference to Hawaii. (Cross-list SSCI 326) (DB) HPST 330 Science and Technology in Pre-Contact Hawaii (3) This course examines the means by which the Polynesian people came to Hawaii using an instrumentless science of navigation and a highly evolved technology for constructing open ocean sailing canoes. The course also examines the ways in which they prospered in the absence of metals and pottery, as well as which plants they brought with them and which native plants they learned to use. The knowledge and techniques they developed that became uniquely Hawaiian will be covered. (DH)
HPST 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity (3) This course offers a comparative understanding of the growing importance of nations not represented by states - the indigenous peoples of the fourth world. Case studies will draw from the experience of Native Hawaiians, Native Americans, Australian Aborigines, and South African San (among others) to clarify struggles for cultural and political sovereignty, and the growing contribution of such earth-based societies to politics and cosmology beyond modernity. The goal will be to facilitate constructive discourse between indigenous peoples and the citizens of industrial nations. (Cross-list ANTH/POLS 342) HPST 365 Geography of the Pacific (3) In this course, we will study the geography of the Pacific Islands or Oceania, a geographic realm that encompasses the regions of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Within this geographic realm, Hawaii is an integral part being strategically located at the crossroads of cultural, social, economic, and political exchanges between the East and West and its Pacific Island neighbors. (Cross-list GEOG 365). (HAP)
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HPST 380 (Alpha) Field Archaeology (v) Students will learn the techniques of archaeological survey, excavation, mapping, and photography. Hands-on experience will be gained through fieldwork investigations of sites. May be repeated for credit. (Cross-list ANTH 380) (DS) HPST 381 Hawaii Politics (3) What are Hawaiis most urgent problems? What are their roots? What are the solutions? Pre-contact Native Hawaiian island politics is used as a baseline for evaluating the last 200 years of Americanization. This course offers an in-depth understanding of the basic values, institutions, and practices of government in Hawaii, setting up a conversation between indigenous (Native) Hawaiian, European, Asian and other Polynesian voices. The course focuses on economic policy, environmental issues, and democratic participation in decision-making. (Cross-list POLS 381) HPST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow (3) Survey of the social, economic, and political history of the Islands from European contact to the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawaii. Emphasis is on the elements of change and continuity that have shaped the culture and history of the Islands. The contributions of the diverse ethnic groups will be stressed. (Cross-list HIST 384) (DH) HPST 437 Pacific Archaeology (3) This course investigates the origins of Pacific peoples and their settlement and adaptation to the islands in Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Evidence will be drawn from archaeological sites, artifacts, languages, and oral traditions. (Cross-list ANTH/HIST 437) (DH) HPST 450 Pacific Islanders Diaspora Experiences (3) This interdisciplinary course is an overview of todays Pacific from the perspective of its native peoples and explores the complexities of Pacific Islander American experiences. We will examine the historical relationships between the USA and Pacific Island nations, Pacific Islander migrations to the Pacific Rim countries mainly the United States including Australia and New Zealand, as other important nations in the diaspora experience of Pacific Islanders. HPST 456 Peoples of Hawaii (3) An interdisciplinary course utilizing a variety of theoretical perspectives for examining the creation of Hawaiis multiethnic culture and society. Topics include the foundation provided by the indigenous culture, changes wrought by cultural contacts, demographic changes, and social movements. (Cross-list SOC 456) (DS) HPST 461 Traditional Art of Hawaii (3) This class introduces students to different kinds of traditional arts in Hawaii - kapa (bark cloth), mats, feather work, three-dimensional images, neck pendants, etc. For each type of art, lectures will review traditional examples with pictures and a discussion of manufacturing and styles. Current artists will visit the class and present basic information on art form manufacture and styles. Museum collections will also be visited. The goals of this class are: 1) to introduce students to different types of traditional arts in Hawaii; 2) to introduce students to some of the current artists still practicing these arts; 3) to introduce students to some of the more public collections of traditional arts; and 4) to enable the student to research and learn more details about one type of art through a class research paper. (DH) HPST 462 Traditional Art of the Pacific (3) This class looks at different kinds of arts in the regions of Polynesia and Micronesia within the Pacific. The focus is on traditional times - just prior to European contact into early post-contact times, roughly the 1700s to mid-1800s. Arts reviewed will include clothing (tapa bark-cloth, woven banana-fiber cloth, flax cloth); headdresses and ornaments of higher ranking people; house architecture, mats and containers (carved wooden boxes, plaited baskets) found within houses; three-dimensional carved religious and ancestral images; and weapons (carved spears, long clubs, hand clubs). For each type of art, lectures will discuss how they were used and made, and describe different styles of art form. Current artists may visit the class and present basic information on art form manufacture and styles. Museum collections will also be visited. The goals of this class are: 1) to introduce students to different types of traditional art forms in Polynesia and Micronesia; 2) to introduce public collections of traditional arts; and 3) to enable the student to research and learn more details about one type of art through a class research paper. (DH) HPST 471 Polynesia Before European Contact (3) This course is a detailed overview of Polynesian history from initial settlement to European contact, covering the spread of settlement through Polynesia and the histories of selected island groups. A multi-disciplinary approach to history is used, looking at oral historic, early historic, historical linguistic, and archaeological information. Among the islands usually studied are Tonga, Samoa, the Marquesas, the Tuamotus, Mangareva, Easter Island, the Society Islands (Tahiti), the Southern Cooks, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and the little known Chatham Islands. Among the subjects covered are the rise of the Tongan kingdom, the initial settlement of Eastern Polynesia from Samoa, the formation of stratified countries in Tahiti, Aotearoas smaller societies with raiding and fortifications, and Easter Islands history with its large statues. The student will also get a more detailed knowledge of one island group through a research paper, learning basic research and writing methods. (Crosslist HIST 471) (DH) HPST 474 Economies of the Pacific Basin (3) Analysis of recent developments in the structure, trend, and composition of the Pacific economies. Major emphasis is placed on the most important economies such as Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Pre: ECON 300. (Cross-list BUSA/ ECON 474) (DS) HPST 476 Contemporary Literature of Hawaii (3) A study of writers who either came from, or have written about Hawaii. This course may begin with 19th century sojourner literature and will emphasize the modern writers. (Cross-list ENG 476) (DL) HPST 477 Polynesian and Micronesian Mythology (3) This class introduces students to a wide range of traditional oral literature from islands within Polynesia and Micronesia, the parts of the Pacific nearest to Hawaii. The literature covers traditional time periods - stories common just before European Contact, from the late 1700s to the early 1800s. Literature includes tales of the different gods of these islands and the creation of the universe, the islands, and man; myths of the afterlife; stories of cultural heroes like Maui and Tahaki in Polynesia; stories of the arrival of settling groups headed by certain chiefs; and more factual oral historical accounts of pre-European rulers and chiefs and battles for political control. (Cross-list ENG 477) (DH) HPST 478 Hawaiian Mythology II (3) This class is taught as a companion class to Hawaiian Mythology I (HPST 479). The class further introduces students to the range of traditional Hawaiian oral literature. These include stories and prayers involving major and local gods, family aumakua (focusing on sharks), the Pele and Hiiaka story, Kamapuaa (the 1860s Fornander Collection version), the Maui stories, accounts of voyaging to Kahiki, and the late period dynastic accounts of the rulers of the Kingdom of Oahu. The cultural setting of these stories is discussed in the context of where they took place, and of Hawaiian culture and its changes. How these stories were recorded in the 1800s and changes in them, since then, are analyzed. The background of key collectors of oral stories is also reviewed. (Cross-list ENG 478) (DH)
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HPST 479 Hawaiian Mythology I (3) This class is taught as a companion class to Hawaiian Mythology II (HPST 478). The class introduces students to the range of traditional Hawaiian oral literature. These include tales and prayers involving the gods, the creation of the islands and man, stories of menehune, Pele (her arrival, and the local stories of Hawaii Island), Kamapuaa (the 1891 version), Kuula and Aiai, and the late period dynastic oral accounts of rulers of the Kingdom of Hawaii. The cultural setting of these stories is discussed in the context of where they took place, and of Hawaiian culture and its changes. How these stories were recorded in the 1800s and changes in them, since then, are analyzed. The background of key collectors of oral stories is also reviewed. (Cross-list ENG 479) (DH) HPST 480 Contemporary Literature of the Pacific (3) This course surveys the new emerging English literature by native South Pacific Islanders from 1960-1995. Emphasis on contemporary themes and issues in the novels, poetry, short stories, and essays from New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji and other areas. (Cross-list ENG 480) (DL) HPST 482 Pacific Islands (3) European impact and native response on major island groups from exploration to annexation, independence, and trusteeship (Cross-list HIST 482) (DH) HPST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii (3) This course will explore Hawaiian prehistory from the time of original settlement of the Islands until the arrival of Captain James Cook. Evidence will be gained from the investigation of archaeological sites, settlements, artifacts and other physical remains, and from recorded Hawaiian oral traditions. These data will be used to reconstruct ancient Hawaiian life, and ways to trace the development of Hawaiian society. (Crosslist ANTH/HIST 483) (DH) HPST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii (3) An examination of 20th century Hawaii emphasizing social and political developments. The formation of labor, the impact of World War II and the growth of the Democratic Party will be studied to understand the dynamics of contemporary Island life. (Cross-list HIST 488) (DH) HPST 495 (Alpha) Research Methods (3) This class teaches students how to do research on HawaiianPacific Studies topics (using primary sources and data) and how to present findings. Each course will focus on a specific research topic. Relevant basic sources and data and their location will be discussed, and the student will learn how to obtain information from these sources (e.g., notes, interviews, etc.). Students will conduct research on the class topic. Findings will be presented in oral and/or written formats. The course is taught primarily in a seminar format, promoting student participation. Course content will vary with the research topic, discipline of focus, and instructor. May be repeated for credit towards graduation with different focus/topics. (DH) HPST 496 Selected Topics in Hawaiian-Pacific Studies (v 1-6) Topics selected will vary with program relevancy and student interests. May be repeated for credit. HPST 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. HISTORY HIST 151 World Civilizations to 1500 (3) A survey course dealing with significant historical events and differing perspectives in world civilizations from prehistory to 1500. The course will include instruction in how to use primary materials. Pre: placement into ENG 100, or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (FGA) HIST 152 World History Since 1500 (3) History of the world from 1500 to the present. Includes historical narratives and global perspectives on human societies and cross-cultural interactions, and also ways to think about the past and use primary sources. Pre: placement into ENG 100, or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (FGB) HIST 241 Civilizations of Asia (3) This class is a survey of major civilizations of Asia from earliest times to 1500, and will cover East Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DH) HIST 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. HIST 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. HIST 306 History of Southeast Asia (3) This course will focus on the broad themes of regional unity and diversity in Southeast Asia, namely how local cultures adapted to religious, economic, political, and intellectual influences from outside the region. The course will study the history of the peoples of this region beginning with the classical maritime and mainland empires to the onset of Western colonialism and the rise of nationalistic resistance, and conclude with a study of postwar Southeast Asia. (DH) HIST 308 Science and the Modern Prospect (3) Examines the history, philosophy and politics of science. Studies of major ideas in the history of science and of contemporary perspectives on the methods, purpose, scope, and limits of science. Offers students an understanding of scientific thought and practice from a humanistic perspective. (Cross-list PHIL/ POLS 308) (DH) HIST 311 Chinese Culture (3) A topical survey of Chinese civilization from its origins to the 17th century. Traces the major themes of Chinese civilization and assesses Chinese cultural contributions. Emphasis on philosophical, literary, and historical traditions. (DH) HIST 312 Modern China (3) A historical survey of China from the 17th century to the present, placing major emphasis on political and social developments, especially in the 20th century. (DH) HIST 318 Asian American History (3) This course will examine the experience of Asian immigrants and their citizen descendants in the United States, with an emphasis on Hawaii. The groups covered include Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, South Asian, and Southeast Asian Americans. Topics include discussion of: 1) historical forces in the Asian countries and in the U.S. which shaped Asian immigration; 2) the development of ethnic communities; and 3) the struggle of Asians against American nativist feelings and discrimination. This course will also examine the broader question of how race is formed in America, and how racial categories affect our daily lives and the way we see the world. (DH) HIST 321 Japanese Culture (3) Examines the major aesthetic themes in Japanese civilization; the development of the Zen ethic, and the emergence of the bushido or samurai spirit. Other currents such as the adaptation of foreign values to the Japanese setting and the recurrence of Japanese patterns will also be stressed. Surveys Japans religious, philosophical, literary, and historical traditions. (DH)
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HIST 462 The Formative Years: U.S. History 1763-1841 (3) Among the subjects to be covered: the colonial legacy; causes of the Revolution; independence; Constitution; the Federalist decade; Jeffersonianism; diplomatic foundations of the new nation; the Age of Jackson; and the foundations of American political and social development. (DH) HIST 463 U. S. History 1840-1920 (3) An examination of the dislocations caused by sectionalism, the Civil War, industrialism, immigration, and urban growth; and the efforts of reformers and government to deal with them. (DH) HIST 464 The Triumph of Mass Culture: The United States Since 1920 (3) Political developments viewed in the context of America as a revolutionary new technological culture. Emphasis is given to the radical change in life-style, family patterns, and national purpose in the American Century. (DH) HIST 466 The United States in the Pacific (3) While the growth of economic and political interests in the Pacific is surveyed, major emphasis is given to the clash of cultures created by Americas activities in the region. Special attention is given to Hawaiis role as Americas outpost in the Pacific in mid-20th century. HIST 470 Literature as History (3) An examination of works whose popularity offers valuable insights into the historical periods in which they were written. The books will be studied for their cultural and historical importance as well as their literary merit. Among the works to be covered: F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby; Henry Adams, Democracy; John Steinbeck, The Grapes of Wrath. Taught primarily as a seminar. (Cross-list ENG 470) (DH) HIST 471 Polynesia before European Contact (3) This course is a detailed overview of Polynesian history from initial settlement to European contact, covering the spread of settlement through Polynesia and the histories of selected island groups. A multi-disciplinary approach to history is used, looking at oral historic, early historic, historical linguistic and archaeological information. Among the islands usually studied are Tonga, Samoa, the Marquesas, the Tuamotus, Mangareva, Easter Island, the Society Islands (Tahiti), the Southern Cooks, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and the little known Chatham Islands. Among the subjects covered are the rise of the Tongan kingdom, the initial
HIST 322 Modern Japan (3) A survey of Japanese history and culture from the 18th century with emphasis on developments in the 20th century. Considers topically major themes and issues of Japans emergence to world prominence. (DH) HIST 328 Modern Korea (3) A political and cultural survey of Korea. This course will assess Koreas role in East Asian politics during traditional times and its unique position in contemporary international relations. This course will also use divided Korea as a case study of the communist vs. capitalist ideology in Asia. (DH) HIST 338 Modern European History (3) Primarily a discussion course, concentrating selectively on critical issues in Western thought from the 18th century to the 20th century and major developments in culture and the arts. Readings from historical works, novels, and art history. (DH) HIST 354 History of Russia (3) A survey of the growth of civilization in Russia with major emphasis on the social and cultural life of the Russian people. At least one major Russian novel will be read along with historical works. (DH) HIST 384 Hawaii from European Contact to the Overthrow (3) Survey of the social, economic, and political history of the Islands from European contact to the overthrow of the
Kingdom of Hawaii. Emphasis is on the elements of change and continuity that have shaped the culture and history of the Islands. The contributions of the diverse ethnic groups will be stressed. (Cross-list HPST 384) (DH) HIST 393 U. S. Military History (3) A survey of American wars, warriors, and strategic thought from the Revolutionary War to Vietnam. (DH) HIST 433 Middle Ages, 300-1300 A.D. (3) Development of European civilization through the coalescence of the classical tradition, Christian religion, and Germanic society. Examines cultural, political, and intellectual advances that accompany the High Middle Ages. (DH) HIST 437 Pacific Archaeology (3) This course investigates the origins of Pacific peoples and their settlement and adaptation to the islands in Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Evidence will be drawn from archaeological sites, artifacts, languages, and oral traditions. (Cross-list ANTH/HPST 437) (DH) HIST 461 The British in America: 1607-1763 (3) This course will examine the European discovery of America, the clash between Europeans and Native Americans, English colonial organization, the Enlightenment in America, the Great Awakening, the colonial wars, and the strains which ultimately led to the Revolution. (DH)
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settlement of Eastern Polynesia from Samoa, the formation of stratified countries in Tahiti, Aotearoas smaller societies with raiding and fortifications, and Easter Islands history with its large statues. The student will also get a more detailed knowledge of one island group through a research paper, learning basic research and writing methods. (Crosslist HPST 471) (DH) HIST 482 Pacific Islands (3) European impact and native response on major island groups from exploration to annexation, independence, and trusteeship. (Cross-list HPST 482) (DH) HIST 483 Archaeology of Hawaii (3) This course will explore Hawaiian prehistory from the time of original settlement of the Islands until the arrival of Captain James Cook. Evidence will be gained from the investigation of archaeological sites, settlements, artifacts and other physical remains, and from recorded Hawaiian oral traditions. These data will be used to reconstruct ancient Hawaiian life, and ways to trace the development of Hawaiian society. (Cross-list ANTH/HPST 483) (DH) HIST 488 Twentieth Century Hawaii (3) An examination of 20th century Hawaii emphasizing social and political developments. The formation of labor, the impact of World War II, and the growth of the Democratic Party will be studied to understand the dynamics of contemporary Island life. (Cross-list HPST 488) (DH) HIST 496 Selected Topics in History (v 1-6) Topics selected will be based on program relevancy and student interest. Course content will vary. May be repeated for credit. HIST 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) Individual projects in various fields. To be arranged with the instructor. HUMANITIES HUM 301 Studies in the Western Tradition (3) Multidisciplinary examination of the traditional or modern experiences of Western societies and institutions. Course content will vary. Course may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. (DH) HUM 302 Studies in the Eastern Tradition (3) Multidisciplinary examination of the traditional or modern experiences of Asian societies and institutions. Course content will vary. Course may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. (DH) HUM 303 Comparative Traditions: Eastern and Western (3) Multidisciplinary examination of universal themes as expressed in both western and eastern cultures. Course content will vary. Course may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. (DH) HUM 304 Hawaiian-Pacific Traditions (3) This class provides an introductory, multi-disciplinary overview of the cultural traditions of the native peoples of the Pacific Islands and Hawaii. The student will learn the location and physical nature of the major island groups. History and general cultural patterns from settlement to the present are reviewed - looking at various themes, issues, and case studies. The student will also receive introductory exposure to traditional and contemporary art, music, dance and literature. (DH, HAP) HUM 311 Creative Writing (3) A workshop dealing with the essays, poems, stories, and plays written by the students. Emphasis will be on self-expression, but attention will also be paid to publication. (DA) HUM 390 Teaching Writing (4) This course will cover the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching writing. Students will gain experience in tutoring by assisting in the Writing and Learning Center and/or being assigned as a writing assistant to a writing-intensive class. Pre: HUM 310, ENG 200 or consent of instructor HUM 399 Study Abroad (v 1-6) Registration in this course allows enrolled registration status for students studying abroad. Courses completed abroad may remain in this category as elective credit and be applied to a Bachelors degree up to a total of 6 credits. Note: Students must complete the Study Abroad Application Packet prior to registration into this course. Pre: Consent of faculty advisor HUM 486 Senior Project (v) With assistance from an advisor, students will complete a project based on original or library research related to a particular problem or issue in the chosen field of study. Students will share the results of this learning process with peers and will assist each other in refining communication skills, developing research and information retrieval techniques, and other research-related competencies. Pre: Consent of instructor, 3 upper-division credits of writingintensive (WI) coursework HUM 490 Humanities Practicum (v) Students are provided an internship with an appropriate community agency. As an intern, the student is delegated the responsibility of developing the solution to a well-defined problem or is asked to complete a relevant task. Students report on the experience using their understanding of the field in which they are working. Pre: Consent of instructor, 3 upper-division credits of writing-intensive (WI) coursework. Note: Students participating in Practicum must sign the UHWO Assumption of Risk and Release Form. This form must be completed prior to beginning this off-campus activity. HUM 491 Community-Based Education and Service Learning (v 1-3) This course helps to fulfill UH West Oahus mission for development of public service activities. Each semester the course will focus on one or more of the following activities: tutoring and/or mentoring immigrant students and/or their parents; working with community resource people; conducting research on Hawaiis multi-cultural communities and issues of importance to them; participating in workshops that will provide appropriate background and training for these activities. Requirements: 8 hours per week (on-site, workshops, etc.). (Cross-list SSCI 491) Note: This course can also be used as a senior practicum site, with the approval of the students faculty advisor. Students participating in off-campus service learning or practicum activities must sign the UHWO Assumption of Risk and Release Form. This form must be completed prior to beginning this off-campus activity. HUM 496 Selected Topics in Humanities (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. INFORMATION AND COMPUTER SCIENCE ICS 101 Tools for the Information Age (3) Fundamental concepts and terminology for computer technology. The course includes software application for word-processing, spreadsheets, database, presentations, and web pages for problem solving. Computer technology trends and the impact of computers on individuals and society. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22.
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MATHEMATICS MATH 100 Survey of Math (3) This course covers selected mathematical topics in an effort to acquaint students with examples of mathematical reasoning. Upon successful completion fo the course, students should be able to: model applied problems symbolically and perform manipulations on the symbols within an appropriate mathematical or logical formal system; distinguish between a rigorous proof and a conjecture; author an elementary proof; apply formal rules or algorithms to solve numeric, symbolic, graphical and/or applied problems; and assess the reasonableness of, then appropriately communicate, the solutions to problems. Math 100 is not intended as, and does not qualify as, a prerequisite for advanced mathematics courses. Pre: Grade of C or better in MATH 25, MATH 83, or equivalent; placement into MATH 100; or consent of instructor. (FS) MATH 103 College Algebra (3) This course follows the elementary algebra sequence and will prepare students for pre-calculus, statistics, or other courses requiring algebraic, geometric or symbolic thinking and deduction. Students will apply algebraic and geometric techniques to solve problems, including simplifying, factoring, and/or solving radical expressions; linear, quadratic, absolute value, and literal equations; and working with inequalities, complex numbers, quadratic systems, logarithms, and introductory functions and graphs. Pre: Grade of C or better in Math 25, or placement into MATH 103. (FS) MATH 111 Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I (3) This course is the first in the sequence of two math courses required for students in the K-6 B.Ed. degree program. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving, communication, representation, reasoning, and mathematical connections. Topics covered include operations on sets, natural numbers, integers, fractions, reals, and functions; the properties of these operations; patterns and algebra. Pre: COMPASS score of 62 or higher, or completion of MATH 83 or higher, with a grade of C or higher. Prospective elementary education majors only. MATH 112 Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers II (3) This course is the second in the sequence of two math courses required for students in the K-6 B.Ed. degree program. Topics covered include operations on the natural numbers and rational numbers; properties of those operations; connections to other parts of mathematics and applications. Pre: Completion of MATH 111 with a grade of C or better, or instructor consent. (FS) MATH 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. MATH 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. MATH 496 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. MATH 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. MILITARY SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP Note: For MSL 301, 302, 401, and 402 a weekly two-hour leadership laboratory is required for all courses. The laboratory includes practical application of leadership skills taught in the classroom. In addition, students are required to participate in the Army Physical Fitness Training (APFT) on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Courses are held at the University of Hawaii at Mnoa campus. MSL 100 Intro to Physical Fitness (1) Hands-on participatory course following the Armys physical fitness program. Classes conducted three days per week with Army ROTC cadets. Focus is on aerobic conditioning, muscular strength and endurance. Repeatable three times. MSL 101 Intro to Military Science I (2) Introduces cadets to personal challenges and competencies critical for effective leadership; personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management related to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Focus on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army Leadership Dimensions while understanding the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. MSL 101 L Intro to Military Sci I Lab (1) Practical application in adventure training, one-rope bridges, rifle marksmanship, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, physical training. MSL 102 Intro to Military Science II (2) Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills. Explores leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Cadre role models and building relationships among cadets through common experience and practical interaction are critical. MSL 102 L Intro to Military Sci II Lab (1) Practical application in adventure training, one-rope bridges, rifle marksmanship, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, physical training. MSL 201 Intermediate Military Sci I (3) Explores creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles through historical case studies and engaging in interactive student exercises. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building by planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on continued development of leadership values and attributes through understanding of rank, uniform, customs and courtesies. MSL 202 Intermediate Military Sci II (3) Challenges of leading complex, contemporary operational environments. Dimensions of cross-cultural challenges of leadership in a constantly changing world are highlighted and applied to practical Army leadership tasks and situations. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they practice communication and team building skills, and tactics in real world scenarios. Provides a smooth transition to MSL 301. MSL 203 ROTC Basic Camp (6) Four-week summer course conducted at Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Substitutes for ROTC basic course (101, 102, 201, and 202) and fulfills course requirement for admission to ROTC advanced courses. Credit will be given for 203 or basic courses, but not both. Pre: consent. MSL 301 Leading Small Organizations I (4) Series of practical opportunities to lead small groups and receive personal assessments and encouragement. Uses small unit defensive tactics and opportunities to plan/conduct training. Includes field training sessions, student- taught classes, and presentations/briefings. Pre: MSL 201, 202, consent of instructor MSL 302 Leading Small Organizations II (4) Analyze tasks and prepare written or oral guidance for team members to accomplish tasks. Delegate tasks and supervise. Examine and apply lessons from leadership case studies. Examine importance of ethical decision-making. Includes field training sessions, student-taught classes, and presentations/briefings. Pre: MSL 301, consent of instructor
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MSL 303 ROTC Advanced Camp (6) A 32 day summer field training exercise conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington. Arduous and intensified leadership training is conducted throughout the 32 day period. Required for U.S. Army commissioning. Pre: MSL 301, 302, consent of instructor MSL 391 American Military History (3) Lecture and discussion on the art and science of warfare throughout the history of the United States. Restricted to students enrolled in the Army ROTC program. Pre: Consent of instructor MSL 399 Directed Reading and Research (v) Limited to military science students who have had at least one previous military science course for which a grade of B or higher was earned and a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better. Pre: Consent of instructor MSL 401 Leadership Challenges and Goal Setting (4) Plan, conduct and evaluate activities of the ROTC cadet organization. Assess organizational cohesion and develop strategies to improve it. Develop confidence in skills to lead people and manage resources. Includes field training sessions, student taught classes, and presentations/briefings. Pre: MSL 301, 302, consent of instructor MSL 402 Transition to Lieutenant (4) Continues the methodology from MSL 401. Identify and resolve ethical dilemmas. Refine counseling and motivating techniques. Examine aspects of tradition and law as related to leading as an officer in the Army. Prepare for a future as a successful Army officer. Includes field training sessions, student-taught classes, and presentations/briefings. Pre: MSL 401, consent of instructor PHILOSOPHY PHIL 100 Introduction to Philosophy: Survey of Problems (3) Discussion of great philosophical problems such as our knowledge of reality, the freedom of the will, the relation of the mind and body, the sources of self-identity, the meaning of life and the existence of God. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. PHIL 210 Social and Political Philosophy (3) Introduction to classical, modern and contemporary social and political theories, as well as issues in a global context. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DH) PHIL 220 Introduction to Feminism (3) Study of feminism as a philosophical movement of the 20th century, its historical background, and contemporary feminist issues and theories. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DH) PHIL 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. PHIL 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. PHIL 300 Ancient Philosophy (3) Study of the basis of modern thought and practice in the ancient philosophers and schools from the origins of Greek philosophy to the triumph of Christianity. Emphasis on the formation of those Western ideas and ideals most pertinent to contemporary society. Recommended for all students in Humanities and Social Sciences. PHIL 301 Modern Philosophy (3) Upper-division introduction to philosophy for students with little or no background in philosophy. Covers those philosophies from the 17th through the 19th centuries that have had the greatest impact on the making of the modern mind and on the development of contemporary civilization. PHIL 302 Political Philosophy (3) Political philosophy is the search for the best way to live what Socrates and Plato called the Good Life. This is the foundational course of political science. It approaches the problems of contemporary life, as experienced by the individual, from a big picture understanding of human nature. This draws from anthropology, psychology, and world history. It brings to bear on the present the wisdom of primordial, classical, modern, and post-modern political philosophy. (Cross-list POLS 302) (DH) PHIL 308 Science and the Modern Prospect (3) Examines the history, philosophy, and politics of science. Studies of major ideas in the history of science and of contemporary perspectives on the methods, purpose, scope, and limits of science. Offers students an understanding of scientific thought and practice from a humanistic perspective. (Cross-list HIST/POLS 308) (DH) PHIL 310 Understanding Contemporary Philosophy (3) Study of the 20th century thinkers and ideas which have most influenced contemporary life. Studies the relations of thought and action, attempts to resolve the age-old human dilemmas by new techniques of analysis and description, evolutionary thinking, the crisis of the individual in the technological world, and other contemporary issues. Recommended for students in all divisions. (DH) PHIL 311 Philosophy of Law (3) Why do we have laws? Study of the origin and justifications of legal systems, who makes the laws, what makes laws just, and the relation of law to ethical and other non-legal values. (DH) PHIL 312 Ethical Studies (3) Study of major ethical theories such as Virtue Ethics, Deontology, Utilitarianism, Existential Ethics, and Care Ethics as well as contemporary ethics issues such as abortion, death penalty, same-sex marriage, and bio-ethics. (DH, ETH) PHIL 325 Philosophy of Economics (3) Examination of the philosophical basis of Western economic systems. Emphasis on the conception of man, the role of economics in social life, and the vision of society from Adam Smith to the present. (Cross-list ECON 325) (DS) PHIL 401 Existentialism and the Human Condition (3) Study of the nineteenth and twentieth century thematic explorations of human consequences, freedom, choice, death, and the precarious and often baffling nature of human existence, as expressed in philosophy, literature, and film. (Cross-list ENG 401). 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OCEANOGRAPHY OCN 201 Science of the Sea (3) This course is an overview of the science of oceanography. Topics covered include the physical and chemical properties of seawater, waves, tides, currents, the geology of the ocean floor, life in the ocean, human use of ocean resources, and environmental concerns. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DP)
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PHIL 482 Environmental Ethics (3) This course will examine the history of philosophical and ethical systems and their implications for human interactions with the Earths environment. This course will be centered around readings and discussions of selections from historically important works in the field (such as A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold) in the context of current controversies involving environmental ethics. (DH, ETH) PHIL 496 Selected Topics in Philosophy (v 1-6) Topics selected will be based on program relevancy and student interest. May be repeated for credit. PHIL 499 Directed Reading and Research (v) Individual projects in various fields. To be arranged with the instructor. PHYSICS PHYS 100 Survey of Physics (3) This course and its laboratory will introduce basic principles of Physics. It is designed for non-science majors. The following concepts will be discussed: mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. Emphasis will be on learning how things work. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: PHYS 100L. (DP) PHYS 100 L Survey of Physics Laboratory (1) This course and its laboratory will introduce basic principles of Physics. It is designed for non-science majors. The following concepts will be discussed: mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. Emphasis will be on learning how things work. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. Coreq: PHYS 100. (DY) POLITICAL SCIENCE POLS 110 Introduction to Political Science (3) This course introduces the possibilities of politics arising from its founding Socratic question: How should we live? The course surveys and evaluates some of the major resulting belief systems, ideologies, political orders, forms of government, institutions, activities, and modes of inquiry. Special attention is given to the problems and controversies of our age. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DS)
PHIL 435 The Religious Dimension of Human Life (3) Examination of problems concerning the existence and nature of God, the human need for religion, types of religious experience, immortality, and the attempts of modern social and physical sciences to understand and interpret religion. (DH) PHIL 439 Philosophy and Film (3) This course addresses the unique properties of the film medium and how they have been exploited, through the viewing and analysis of a number of films, both American and foreign. We will study the particular aesthetics of film from the points of view of technique, style, and content; film analysis and criticism; the social and commercial context of film-making and viewing. (DH)
PHIL 470 (Akpha) Studies in Asian Philosophy (3) Examination of the philosophy and practice of selected philosophical schools of Asia. Emphasis is upon those schools which present living options and which may enrich and enhance Western ways of thought and action. A: Buddhism; B: Confucianism; C: Daoism. (DH) PHIL 481 Ethics and Administration (3) Consideration of the ethical problems that face administrators in the public and private sectors from a theoretical point of view and in application to particular cases. Such issues as corporate responsibility to communities; shareholders and competitors; bribery; honesty; racialism; ecology; and false or misleading advertising will be discussed. (Cross-list BUSA/PUBA 481) (ETH)
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POLS 130 Introduction to American Politics (3) This course will serve as an introduction to central concepts of the American political system and will prompt students to gain a basic understanding of the three-branch structure of American government, the balance of power between the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government, as well as policy issues raised by each of those segments of the American political structure. It will also encourage students to revise their assumptions about American politics. Finally, the course will address issues of civic engagement and citizenship. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. (DS) POLS 235 Politics of Food (3) In this course, students will learn about the processes of food production and how government and corporate involvement have changed the way society eats. We will discuss how food has shaped global history. This class should serve as a space to question our assumptions about political issues surrounding food production and consumption, the links between agribusiness and the food we put on our respective tables, as well as a new way of understanding food issues through a political perspective. Pre: Placement into ENG 100 or concurrent enrollment in ENG 22. POLS 296 Selected Topics (v 1-6) Topics will vary with student interest and relevancy to the program. May be repeated for credit. POLS 299 Directed Reading and Research (v) To be arranged with the instructor. POLS 302 Political Philosophy (3) Political philosophy is the search for the best way to live what Socrates and Plato called the Good Life. This is the foundational course of political science. It approaches the problems of contemporary life, as experienced by the individual, from a big picture understanding of human nature. This draws from anthropology, psychology, and world history It brings to bear on the present the wisdom of primordial, classical, modern, and post-modern political philosophy. (Cross-list PHIL 302) (DH) POLS 308 Science and the Modern Prospect (3) Examines the history, philosophy and politics of science. Studies of major ideas in the history of science and of contemporary perspectives on the methods, purpose, scope, and limits of science. Offers students an understanding of scientific thought and practice from a humanistic perspective. (Cross-list HIST/PHIL 308) (DH) POLS 316 Constitutional Law (3) An examination of the nature and development of the United States constitutional system. Emphasis on the role of the courts in interpreting the concepts of separation of powers, federalism, the police power, and the commerce clause. In addition, a study of fundamental rights as protected by the United States Constitution and other legal provisions and the role of the courts in interpreting freedom of expression and conscience, due process, and equal protection of the laws will be covered. (Cross-list PUBA 316) (DH) POLS 320 Global Issues (3) For the last 400 years, the quality of life on the planet has been increasingly shaped by global forces, many of which now seem out of control and increasingly destructive. The key players have been large centralized organizations: first nation-states and their empires, now multinational corporations. This course looks at global trends by focusing on illuminating area case studies. It attempts to offer lessons relevant to local issues and lives. (DS) POLS 326 Environmental Politics (3) This course looks at the current environmental crisis from the perspective of the two revolutions in humanitys relationship with the natural world: the development of agriculture 10,000 years ago, and the development of industrial-urban society beginning 400 years ago. This provides a context for evaluating the environmental politics of the United States, other industrial nations, and multinational corporations. The course concludes with a focus on Hawaii and a consideration of alternative approaches. (DS) POLS 330 American Politics (3) This course offers an in-depth understanding of the basic values and institutions of American government. The course includes a dialogue between indigenous (native) American and European sources. The focus is on the values of democracy; freedom; individualism; social responsibility; and the institutions of republicanism: the separation of powers; checks and balances; and the free market. The course also provides opportunities to integrate personal experiences with a demonstration of students understanding of a variety of contemporary political issues. (DS) POLS 342 Indigenous Peoples and Modernity (3) This course offers a comparative understanding of the growing importance of nations not represented by states - the indigenous peoples of the fourth world. Case studies will draw from the experience of Native Hawaiians, Native Americans, Australian Aborigines, and South African San (among others) to clarify struggles for cultural and political sovereignty, and the growing contribution of such earth-based societies to politics and cosmology beyond modernity. The goal will be to facilitate constructive discourse between indigenous peoples and the citizens of industrial nations. (Cross-list ANTH/HPST 342) POLS 370 Politics and Public Policy (3) An introduction to the processes through which public policy is formulated and executed in the United States and selected foreign political systems. Concern is focused on the comparative study of political relationships of administrative agencies with clienteles; interest groups; and the legislative, executive, and administrative branches. Special attention is also given to questions of administrative responsibility and ethics in the public services. POLS 371 Global Futures (3) This course tries to make sense of the multiple crises afflicting industrial society, e.g.: endemic warfare; terrorism; permanent damage to the biosphere; starvation; over-consumption; and the disintegration of family and community life. The following questions are considered: What is the connection between crisis and transformation? How was the world view that sustains our life created? How do world views come and go? The course surveys the creative cutting edge of several disciplines from cultural history to psychology and the natural sciences, clarifying signs of radical transformation. What is the role of the individual in envisioning a future society? POLS 378 Meaning of Mass Media (3) This course examines how mass communications increasingly shapes modern values and behavior. The birth of mass communication with the industrial production line at the beginning of the 19th century is traced to the electronic revolution of satellite communication and the Internet. The analysis includes: the differences between propaganda, socialization and education; the central role of advertising and entertainment in modern culture; whose messages get communicated, why, and to what effect; and the ways in which the medium itself...