Student Schedule - University of Hawaii at Hilo
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<strong>Student</strong> <strong>Schedule</strong>
Welcome!<br />
Aloha and E Komo Mai to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘i <strong>at</strong> <strong>Hilo</strong>!<br />
T<br />
he orient<strong>at</strong>ion team has been working hard over the fall semester to provide a program th<strong>at</strong> will help<br />
you become a successful UH <strong>Hilo</strong> student. As new Vulcans, you share something in common <strong>at</strong>tending<br />
UH <strong>Hilo</strong> is a NEW experience for all <strong>of</strong> you! You all are now part <strong>of</strong> the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> ‘ohana (family). This<br />
is YOUR opportunity to step out <strong>of</strong> your comfort zone, meet new friends, get involved in leadership roles and/or<br />
activities, and to take responsibility for your academic goals. During the next two days, student leaders, faculty and<br />
staff will provide support and direct you to resources th<strong>at</strong> will help you during your college career. The enclosed<br />
schedule is specifically designed to give you the tools to help you succeed during your first semester <strong>at</strong> UH <strong>Hilo</strong> and<br />
beyond. You are EXPECTED to <strong>at</strong>tend each session. In these sessions, we are providing you all the resources th<strong>at</strong> you<br />
will need to be informed and prepared for the semester. We also encourage you to particip<strong>at</strong>e in the social activities<br />
as these foster a sense <strong>of</strong> community. You’ve invested in yourself by particip<strong>at</strong>ing in orient<strong>at</strong>ion – so make the most<br />
<strong>of</strong> your experiences. More importantly, make the most <strong>of</strong> your time as a UH <strong>Hilo</strong> Vulcan!<br />
-Gabriele M<strong>at</strong>ull Worst<br />
Interim Associ<strong>at</strong>e Director<br />
New <strong>Student</strong> Programs<br />
MEET YOUR ORIENTATION TEAM<br />
Gabriele M<strong>at</strong>ull Worst, Interim Associ<strong>at</strong>e Director for New <strong>Student</strong> Programs <strong>Student</strong> Programs<br />
Dr. Norman Stahl, Executive Director, <strong>Student</strong> Development Programs<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Coordin<strong>at</strong>ors<br />
Tiffaney Kaaihue, Psychology/Communic<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
Samantha Palmer, Psychology/Educ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
Kristal Tautolo, Kinesiology/Pre-Nursing<br />
Orient<strong>at</strong>ion Leaders<br />
Jeffery Aurelio, Political Science<br />
Carrie Soo Hoo, Marine Science<br />
Kristopher Kahanu, M<strong>at</strong>hem<strong>at</strong>ics<br />
Elyse Kanda, Pharmacy<br />
Gareth Makino, Business/Japanese Studies<br />
Jennifer Ramelb, Nursing<br />
Jovelyn Ramelb, Pre-Nursing<br />
Jenny Lee Ramos, Pharmacy<br />
Justin Ramos, Psychology/Administr<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> Justice<br />
Mitchell Sambrano, M<strong>at</strong>hem<strong>at</strong>ics<br />
Jennifer Song, Nursing<br />
You may reach any <strong>of</strong> the above leaders <strong>at</strong> uhhntrso@hawaii.edu<br />
Bridget Awong<br />
Roseanne Fallin<br />
Tommy Hamilton<br />
Dr. Luoluo Hong<br />
Ellen Kusano<br />
Tanya Kusano<br />
Special Mahalo to<br />
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Grant Okazaki<br />
Cindy Samaroo<br />
Norman Stahl<br />
Randall Tsue<br />
Susan Yugawa
<strong>Student</strong> Orient<strong>at</strong>ion At A Glance<br />
Thursday, January 5th, 2012<br />
TIME EVENT LOCATION<br />
7:30 am - 9:00 am Orient<strong>at</strong>ion Check-in & L<strong>at</strong>e Sign-up campus Center Plaza<br />
9:00 am - 10:20 am Vulcan Welcome Breakfast campus Center Dining Hall<br />
10:30 am - 11:30 am Good Morning UH <strong>Hilo</strong> campus Center 301<br />
11:30 am-11:50 am Shuttle to ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i campus Center Plaza<br />
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Vice Chancellor for <strong>Student</strong> Affairs – ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
<strong>Student</strong> and Parent/Family Luncheon<br />
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm Meet The Deans & College Meet and Greets ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
2:15 pm - 3:20 pm Health, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness: campus Center 301<br />
Taking Responsibility for Personal Safety<br />
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Navig<strong>at</strong>ing STAR and Understanding campus Center 301<br />
Your Transfer Credit Evalu<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Kanikapila ‘Ohana Dinner Campus Center 301<br />
Friday, January 6th, 2012<br />
TIME EVENT LOCATION<br />
8:00 am - 9:00 am All Around the Banyan Tree – Campus Tour campus Center Plaza<br />
8:30 am - 9:50 am Big Island Federal Credit Union Continental campus Center Plaza<br />
Breakfast and Inform<strong>at</strong>ion St<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
10:00 am - 10:50 am How to Find a Job on Campus campus Center 301<br />
11:00 am - 11:50 am Budgeting 101 with HomeStreet Bank campus Center 301<br />
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Malama the Aina – <strong>Student</strong> Luncheon campus Center 301<br />
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm Fit Body, Sound Mind, and Caring for Your Health campus Center 306<br />
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Special <strong>Student</strong> Support Group Sessions<br />
N<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong> Exchange campus Center 301<br />
English Learning Institute PB 16, Room 2<br />
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Registr<strong>at</strong>ion and Help St<strong>at</strong>ion campus Center Lobby<br />
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm All Around the Banyan Tree – Campus Tour campus Center Plaza<br />
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm All Around the Banyan Tree – Campus Tour campus Center Plaza<br />
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Shop ‘Til You Drop: Prince Kuhio Plaza campus Center Turn-Around<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Reception<br />
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ONGOING SERVICES DURING ORIENTATION WEEK<br />
<strong>Student</strong> ID Cards<br />
You must be registered for Spring 2012 classes before an<br />
ID can be issued. You will need a valid photo ID (drivers<br />
license, st<strong>at</strong>e ID w/expir<strong>at</strong>ion d<strong>at</strong>e or passport) and $10.00 to<br />
get your UH <strong>Hilo</strong> <strong>Student</strong> ID. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, please<br />
contact the Campus Center Office <strong>at</strong>: (808) 974-7499.<br />
Tuesday, 01/03 – Friday, 01/06 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.<br />
UH <strong>Hilo</strong> Bookstore Hours<br />
Tuesday, 01/03 – Friday, 01/06<br />
S<strong>at</strong>urday, 01/07<br />
Monday 01/09 & Tuesday 01/10<br />
Wednesday 01/11 & Thursday 01/12<br />
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<br />
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.<br />
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Vaccin<strong>at</strong>ions & Tuberculin Tests<br />
Mumps, Measles & Rubella (MMR) Vaccin<strong>at</strong>ion is $5.00<br />
Tuberculin (TB) test is $3.00<br />
Tuesday, 01/03 & Wednesday, 01/04 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />
Beginning the first week <strong>of</strong> the semester, Monday –<br />
Wednesday, Health Services will provide shot clinics from<br />
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Women’s health days and general<br />
medical care will be provided all other hours, appointments<br />
are preferred.<br />
<strong>University</strong> Dining Services Hours <strong>of</strong> Oper<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
Campus Center Dining Hall: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed on the first floor <strong>of</strong> Campus Center<br />
Da Cube: Closed<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed on the Zone 4 parking side <strong>of</strong> the Bookstore<br />
C<strong>of</strong>fee Cart: Closed<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed in the Campus Center Plaza<br />
Juice Bar: Opens January 5th<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed in the <strong>Student</strong> Life Center Lobby<br />
Thursday 01/05 & Friday 01/06 – 11:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.<br />
S<strong>at</strong>urday 01/07 & Sunday 01/08 – 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Hale Kehau Dining Hall:<br />
Opens for dinner starting on Tuesday, 01/03<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed next to Hale Kehau Lounge<br />
Tuesday 01/03 – S<strong>at</strong>urday 01/07<br />
(Dinner) 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.<br />
Sunday 01/08 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Dinner)<br />
Friday 01/06 – Sunday 01/08<br />
(Brunch) 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.<br />
Munchies: Sunday 01/08 9:00 p.m. – midnight<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed outside <strong>of</strong> the Hale Kehau Dining Facility<br />
Business Office Hours<br />
The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i <strong>at</strong> <strong>Hilo</strong>’s Business Office is<br />
responsible for providing student account inform<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
collecting payments for tuition, registr<strong>at</strong>ion fees and other<br />
miscellaneous campus charges, disbursing refunds and<br />
processing financial aid proceeds to students. For more<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ion, please contact the Business Office <strong>at</strong> (808)<br />
974-7404 or visit online <strong>at</strong>: http://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhh/bo/<br />
Infoto<strong>Student</strong>s.php.<br />
Tuesday, 01/03 – Friday, 01/06 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />
Parking Office Hours<br />
You must be registered for Spring 2012 classes before<br />
purchasing a parking pass. You will need a valid driver’s<br />
license, copy <strong>of</strong> your vehicle registr<strong>at</strong>ion, completed parking<br />
applic<strong>at</strong>ion and the owner’s waiver if vehicle user is other<br />
than the registered owner. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, please call<br />
the Parking Office <strong>at</strong>: (808) 974-7784.<br />
Tuesday, 01/03 – Friday, 01/06 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />
PLACEMENT EXAM INFORMATION<br />
IMPORT INFORMATION: Placement exams <strong>of</strong>fered are<br />
<strong>at</strong> different times during the week <strong>of</strong> Orient<strong>at</strong>ion. Be sure<br />
to check the requirements for your major to see if you will<br />
need to take these placement exams. For a list <strong>of</strong> major<br />
requirements, please refer to the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> C<strong>at</strong>alog available<br />
online <strong>at</strong>: http://hilo.hawaii.edu/c<strong>at</strong>alog/.<br />
Chemistry Placement Exam<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who wish to enroll in CHEM 114 or CHEM 124<br />
(General Chemistry I) and have not passed CHEM 114 (or<br />
the equivalent) with a “C” or better are required to take<br />
the chemistry placement exam. Advanced registr<strong>at</strong>ion is<br />
required for this exam.<br />
Chemistry Placement Exam is online <strong>at</strong>:<br />
http://hilo.hawaii.edu/kilohana/ChemPE.php<br />
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Computer Competency<br />
Only <strong>Student</strong>s who are planning to register for 300 or<br />
400-level business courses or QBA 260 for the spring need to<br />
take this exam.<br />
Register online to take the exam <strong>at</strong>:<br />
http://business.uhh.hawaii.edu/cce/<br />
Exam d<strong>at</strong>es: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday,<br />
January 3-5th, 2012<br />
Exam times: 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.<br />
English Pr<strong>of</strong>iciency Test<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who are not n<strong>at</strong>ive speakers <strong>of</strong> English entering UH<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong> for the first time must take this exam. <strong>Student</strong>s may<br />
be eligible for a waiver if they meet certain requirements.
Advanced registr<strong>at</strong>ion is required for this exam.<br />
Register online to take the exam <strong>at</strong>:<br />
http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/academics/eli/english_<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>iciency.php<br />
Exam d<strong>at</strong>e: Wednesday, January 4, 2012<br />
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: UCB 100<br />
<strong>Hawaii</strong>an Language Placement Exam<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who have previously studied <strong>Hawaii</strong>an language<br />
and believe they may be prepared for coursework beyond<br />
introductory <strong>Hawaii</strong>an 101 should take this exam. To learn<br />
more, contact Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikölani (the College <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Hawaii</strong>an Language) <strong>at</strong>: (808) 974-7342.<br />
Exam d<strong>at</strong>e: Wednesday, January 4, 2012<br />
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.<br />
M<strong>at</strong>h Placement Exam<br />
NOT required for students who intend on enrolling in<br />
MATH 100, 103, 107, 108, 121 or higher than MATH 206.<br />
Enrolling in courses other than those listed requires the m<strong>at</strong>h<br />
placement exam.<br />
M<strong>at</strong>h Placement Exam is online <strong>at</strong>:<br />
http://hilo.hawaii.edu/m<strong>at</strong>h_placement/<br />
Writing Placement Exam<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who did not take the SAT exams in high school<br />
AND students whose first language is something other than<br />
English MUST take the WPE.<br />
Register for the exam online <strong>at</strong>:<br />
http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/academics/wpe/<br />
Exam d<strong>at</strong>e: Wednesday, January 4, 2012<br />
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: UCB 100<br />
FACULTY ADVISORS<br />
ON DUTY<br />
Faculty advisors are available to meet with you individually<br />
to discuss your schedule, the requirements for your major,<br />
or to answer those burning questions you have about your<br />
major. Specific loc<strong>at</strong>ions for each major will be posted<br />
online <strong>at</strong> http://hilo.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/advising/<br />
by December 30, 2011. D<strong>at</strong>es and times th<strong>at</strong> faculty are<br />
available during orient<strong>at</strong>ion week are listed below:<br />
• Tuesday, January 03, 2012 1:00-3:00 p.m.<br />
• Wednesday, January 04, 2012 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.<br />
1:00-3:00 p.m.<br />
• Thursday, January 05, 2012 12:00-2:00 p.m.<br />
You may also <strong>at</strong>tend one <strong>of</strong> the Get Advised Prepar<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
(GAP) sessions, in order to make the most <strong>of</strong> your advising<br />
sessions with your academic advisor. These sessions will<br />
help you to get acclim<strong>at</strong>ed to how advising works <strong>at</strong> UH-<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong>, gain a better understanding <strong>of</strong> how to utilize advising<br />
resources so th<strong>at</strong> you know where you stand as student, and<br />
most <strong>of</strong> all, be better prepared to work with your advisor<br />
so th<strong>at</strong> you can meet your academic and career goals in<br />
the most productive way. Specific Sessions are geared<br />
for Transfer/Returning students as well as NEW Freshman<br />
students. See schedule below.<br />
Get Advised Prepar<strong>at</strong>ion (GAP) sessions:<br />
D<strong>at</strong>e: Tuesday, January 3, 2012<br />
Time: 12:00 – 12:45 pm<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: UCB 104 (Transfer/Returning),<br />
ucB 103 (Freshman)<br />
D<strong>at</strong>e: Wednesday, January 4, 2012<br />
Time: 12:00 – 12:45 pm<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: UCB 104 (Transfer/Returning),<br />
ucB 103 (Freshman)<br />
STUDENT SUPPORT<br />
SESSIONS<br />
Required Meeting for New Intern<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong>s<br />
All new intern<strong>at</strong>ional students are required to <strong>at</strong>tend this<br />
meeting. Learn about important immigr<strong>at</strong>ion regul<strong>at</strong>ions,<br />
employment options, scholarships, adjusting to life in<br />
Hawai‘i and <strong>at</strong> UH <strong>Hilo</strong>, host family opportunities, social<br />
activities, health services, and meet other new students! Free<br />
lunch will be provided. Bring your passport and I-20 form.<br />
D<strong>at</strong>e: Wednesday, January 4, 2012<br />
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: Campus Center Priv<strong>at</strong>e Dining Room<br />
N<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong> Exchange Check-in<br />
All new visiting NSE students are asked to <strong>at</strong>tend this special<br />
program which will provide essential inform<strong>at</strong>ion, orient you<br />
to the Big Island and help you prepare for your exchange to<br />
UH <strong>Hilo</strong>.<br />
D<strong>at</strong>e: Friday, January 6th, 2012<br />
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ion: Campus Center 301<br />
Get Advised Prepar<strong>at</strong>ion (GAP) sessions<br />
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PRE-ORIENTATION<br />
EVENTS<br />
Wednesday, January 4th<br />
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS<br />
This time is for you to “take care <strong>of</strong><br />
business”. You can buy your books, get<br />
your student ID card, visit the nurse,<br />
meet with your advisor, take placement<br />
exams, pay campus fees, etc. Please<br />
use this time to take care <strong>of</strong> business so<br />
you can <strong>at</strong>tend all the gre<strong>at</strong> orient<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
programming we have planned for you.<br />
EARLY ORIENTATION CHECK-IN &<br />
WALK-IN SIGN UP<br />
Want to check-in early and get your<br />
UH <strong>Hilo</strong> Success Bag before Thursday’s<br />
big rush? Did you miss the January<br />
2 deadline to sign-up for orient<strong>at</strong>ion?<br />
Have questions about orient<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
week? Need more inform<strong>at</strong>ion about<br />
the campus and the <strong>Hilo</strong> community<br />
in general? New <strong>Student</strong> Programs is<br />
here to help! Stop by our table in the<br />
Campus Center Plaza and we’ll be<br />
ready to help you.<br />
1:00pm-4:00pm<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
ORIENTATION EVENTS<br />
THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2012<br />
ORIENTATION CHECK-IN & LATE<br />
SIGN-UP<br />
Orient<strong>at</strong>ion check-in and last minute<br />
sign-ups for new Vulcans and parents/<br />
family. Come get your UH <strong>Hilo</strong><br />
Success Bag before <strong>at</strong>tending the<br />
Vulcan Pride Breakfast. There will<br />
also be an inform<strong>at</strong>ion table to answer<br />
any questions you may have about<br />
orient<strong>at</strong>ion, UH <strong>Hilo</strong> campus, or <strong>Hilo</strong><br />
in general. Ask us, we can help.<br />
7:30am-9:00am<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
VULCAN WELCOME BREAKFAST<br />
Aloha! E komo mai (Welcome) and<br />
congr<strong>at</strong>ul<strong>at</strong>ions on becoming the<br />
newest member <strong>of</strong> the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> Vulcan<br />
family!<br />
We will first welcome you into the<br />
Vulcan family by introducing you to our<br />
Orient<strong>at</strong>ion Team and then kick <strong>of</strong>f with<br />
our fe<strong>at</strong>ured speaker Interim Director<br />
<strong>of</strong> Kïpuka N<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>Hawaii</strong>an <strong>Student</strong><br />
Center, Kainoa Ariola.<br />
The Welcome Vulcan Breakfast, hosted<br />
by HomeStreet Bank, will start the<br />
day <strong>of</strong>f by nourishing you after a long<br />
journey to UH <strong>Hilo</strong> and also share with<br />
you the importance <strong>of</strong> your role as our<br />
newest Vulcan member in the UH <strong>Hilo</strong><br />
community.<br />
As a sponsor <strong>of</strong> this morning’s breakfast,<br />
represent<strong>at</strong>ives from HomeStreet Bank<br />
will be available for most <strong>of</strong> the day to<br />
address any <strong>of</strong> your banking needs.<br />
9:00am-9:50am<br />
Campus Center Dining Hall<br />
GOOD MORNING UH HILO<br />
Welcome to UH <strong>Hilo</strong>! We are excited<br />
to have you as the newest member <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Vulcan Family and we are here to make<br />
sure you have all the tools to succeed!<br />
This grand welcome will introduce you<br />
to the academic community, review<br />
your student role and responsibility to<br />
the <strong>University</strong> and hear from a number<br />
<strong>of</strong> our administr<strong>at</strong>ors to help guide you<br />
on your journey.<br />
During this session, you, together with<br />
your peers, will be asked to exchange<br />
st<strong>at</strong>ements <strong>of</strong> commitment between you<br />
and your soon-to-be-faculty to engage<br />
in a mutually positive, ethical and<br />
respectful manner in the unwavering<br />
pursuit <strong>of</strong> intellectual inquiry and<br />
growth.<br />
This academic ceremony and<br />
celebr<strong>at</strong>ion marks the beginning <strong>of</strong> your<br />
educ<strong>at</strong>ional career <strong>at</strong> UH <strong>Hilo</strong>.<br />
10:30am-11:30am<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
SHUTTLE TO ‘IMILOA ASTRONOMY<br />
CENTER OF HAWAI’I<br />
Take the complementary <strong>Student</strong> Life<br />
Center sponsored shuttles to ‘Imiloa<br />
Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i for the<br />
wonderful buffet lunch c<strong>at</strong>ered by<br />
the Sky Garden restaurant. Here you<br />
will enjoy your lunch and have the<br />
opportunity to interact with the Vice<br />
Chancellor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Student</strong> Affairs and<br />
special panel guests.<br />
11:30am-11:50am<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
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VICE CHANCELLOR FOR STUDENT<br />
AFFAIRS STUDENT AND PARENT/<br />
FAMILY LUNCHEON<br />
The Vice Chancellor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Student</strong> Affairs,<br />
Dr. Luoluo Hong, invites you to a<br />
special luncheon where you will enjoy<br />
an ono (delicious) lunch especially<br />
selected for this event, hear from our<br />
fe<strong>at</strong>ured panelists, and get a taste <strong>of</strong> the<br />
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
experience.<br />
The fe<strong>at</strong>ured panel session, entitled<br />
“Now th<strong>at</strong> You Got Into College,<br />
How Can You Stay In? Making Wise<br />
Decisions,” fe<strong>at</strong>ures Vice Chancellor<br />
for <strong>Student</strong> Affairs, Dr. Luoluo Hong,<br />
Interim Associ<strong>at</strong>e Vice Chancellor for<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Affairs & Dean <strong>of</strong> <strong>Student</strong>s,<br />
Dr. Kelly Oaks; Counselor, Counseling<br />
Services, <strong>Student</strong> Health & Wellness<br />
Services, Sheri Tresky; Interim Director<br />
for the Women’s Center, Michele<br />
Newman; and Associ<strong>at</strong>e Director for<br />
N<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong> Exchange & Advisor,<br />
Men <strong>of</strong> Strength, Zach Street.<br />
Immedi<strong>at</strong>ely following this session,<br />
parents/family members will meet with<br />
a panel <strong>of</strong> select administr<strong>at</strong>ors and<br />
staff in an adjacent classroom, while<br />
students will meet with Deans and their<br />
faculty in various loc<strong>at</strong>ions.<br />
12:00pm-1:30pm<br />
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
(Please take shuttle to Center)<br />
MEET THE DEANS & COLLEGE MEET<br />
AND GREETS<br />
Immedi<strong>at</strong>ely after the VCSA <strong>Student</strong> and<br />
Family luncheon, new Vulcan’s have<br />
the opportunity to meet with the Dean<br />
and/or faculty <strong>of</strong> their major college<br />
who will share some opening remarks<br />
and will encourage you to meet with<br />
the various faculty within the college<br />
on a more personal level. This is an<br />
opportunity to get to know the Dean<br />
and/or faculty in your College and<br />
outside <strong>of</strong> the normal advising sessions.<br />
Meet with your college Dean <strong>at</strong> the<br />
following loc<strong>at</strong>ions:<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Arts and Sciences (CAS):<br />
Moana Hoku Room<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Agriculture, Forestry<br />
and N<strong>at</strong>ural Resource Management<br />
(CAFNRM): Pocket The<strong>at</strong>re in Exhibit<br />
Hall<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Business and Economics<br />
(COBE): Moana Hoku Room
College <strong>of</strong> <strong>Hawaii</strong>an Language (CHL):<br />
<strong>Hawaii</strong>an Language Classroom<br />
Pre-Pharmacy <strong>Student</strong>s:<br />
Moana Hoku Room<br />
Undeclared students are encouraged to<br />
meet with the major th<strong>at</strong> most interests<br />
them.<br />
1:30pm-1:50pm<br />
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
HEALTH, SAFETY, & EMERGENCY<br />
PREPAREDNESS: TAKING<br />
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL<br />
SAFETY<br />
Concerned about alcohol and drug<br />
abuse on the island? Wh<strong>at</strong> are the facts<br />
and pertinent inform<strong>at</strong>ion you need to<br />
know? When it comes to emergency<br />
preparedness, is UH <strong>Hilo</strong> ready to<br />
keep your student safe? Our Campus<br />
Security Office will share campus safety<br />
tips and services available to students.<br />
2:15pm-3:20pm<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
NAVIGATING STAR AND<br />
UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRANSFER<br />
CREDIT EVALUATION<br />
Wh<strong>at</strong> is STAR? Wh<strong>at</strong> is a TCE? This<br />
session will teach you the basics <strong>of</strong><br />
how to utilize the student inform<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
system known as STAR. Utilizing STAR<br />
in conjunction with regular meetings<br />
with your faculty advisor will keep<br />
you on track toward gradu<strong>at</strong>ion. For<br />
students who transferred in with prior<br />
college credits, this session will help<br />
you understand your TCE (Transfer<br />
Credit Evalu<strong>at</strong>ion).<br />
3:30pm-4:30pm<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
KANIKAPILA ‘OHANA DINNER<br />
(This event requires advanced<br />
registr<strong>at</strong>ion and additional payment.)<br />
It’s a <strong>Hawaii</strong>an jam session! We will<br />
celebr<strong>at</strong>e your journey through UH<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong> as the traditional <strong>Hawaii</strong>ans<br />
have always done…with ono grinds<br />
(delicious food) and local music.<br />
Your payment and registr<strong>at</strong>ion to this<br />
exclusive event includes entrance<br />
into this special Kanikapila th<strong>at</strong> will<br />
fe<strong>at</strong>ure local talent, the Kuahiwis, and<br />
traditional <strong>Hawaii</strong>an grinds (food). Feel<br />
free to bring your own guitar, ukulele,<br />
or any other musical instrument if you<br />
want to jam too! Space is limited, so<br />
be sure to sign up early!<br />
5:30pm-7:30pm<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
ORIENTATION EVENTS<br />
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012<br />
ALL AROUND THE BANYAN TREE<br />
Take a tour <strong>of</strong> your new home and learn<br />
helpful tips about campus resources<br />
from your group leaders; find where<br />
your classes will be; learn a little history<br />
about the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> campus; visit the<br />
new <strong>Student</strong> Life Center facility-the<br />
place to start healthy living; and finally,<br />
stop <strong>at</strong> the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> bookstore to take a<br />
glimpse <strong>of</strong> wh<strong>at</strong> books to buy or rent for<br />
your classes and to pick up some UH<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong> gear.<br />
8:00am-9:00am<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
BIG ISLAND FEDERAL CREDIT<br />
UNION CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST<br />
AND INFORMATION STATION<br />
Enjoy a continental breakfast to<br />
start your day <strong>of</strong>f right! Orient<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
Leaders will be available to answer any<br />
questions before your day begins. As<br />
a sponsor <strong>of</strong> this morning’s breakfast,<br />
represent<strong>at</strong>ives from Big Island Federal<br />
Credit Union will be available for<br />
most <strong>of</strong> the day to address any <strong>of</strong> your<br />
banking needs.<br />
8:30am-9:50am<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
HOW TO FIND A JOB ON CAMPUS<br />
Need a little extra money while in<br />
school? Want a job on campus? Are you<br />
still in the exploring your career p<strong>at</strong>h?<br />
In this session, you will learn about<br />
employment opportunities and about<br />
the valuable services and resources the<br />
Career Development Services Office<br />
has to <strong>of</strong>fer. The Career Development<br />
Services staff can help you identify your<br />
strengths and career interests so you<br />
can make the best <strong>of</strong> your academic<br />
planning. Gradu<strong>at</strong>ion will come sooner<br />
than you know and you will want to<br />
make sure you will be fully prepared<br />
to enter the workforce. This is a session<br />
you don’t want to miss!<br />
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10:00 am - 10:50 am<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
BUDGETING 101 WITH HOMESTREET<br />
BANK<br />
HomeStreet Bank provides this special<br />
session to help you develop basic<br />
budgeting skills - especially helpful<br />
during the economic challenges th<strong>at</strong><br />
we face today. They will also touch on<br />
building a “healthy” credit line, the<br />
importance <strong>of</strong> your credit and your<br />
ability to acquire funds when necessary.<br />
11:00 am - 11:50 am<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
MALAMA THE AINA – STUDENT<br />
LUNCHEON<br />
Hawai’i, the Big Island, is a n<strong>at</strong>ural<br />
labor<strong>at</strong>ory for explor<strong>at</strong>ion. Wh<strong>at</strong> do<br />
you need to know before venturing out<br />
to local spots like Boiling Pots, South<br />
Point & Green Sands Beach, or even<br />
surfing the waves <strong>of</strong> Honoli’i Beach<br />
Park? This session will provide you with<br />
local tips th<strong>at</strong> will help you discover<br />
and appreci<strong>at</strong>e all the n<strong>at</strong>ural beauty<br />
th<strong>at</strong> the Big Island is known for and to<br />
become aware <strong>of</strong> the dangers behind<br />
the beauty. This session is presented by<br />
the <strong>Hawaii</strong> Fire Department.<br />
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm<br />
Campus Center 301<br />
FIT BODY, SOUND MIND, AND<br />
CARING FOR YOUR HEALTH<br />
Learn about some <strong>of</strong> the ways to keep<br />
yourself healthy and happy while on<br />
your way to becoming more wise! Take<br />
advantage <strong>of</strong> the services and programs<br />
<strong>of</strong>fered on campus which promote<br />
healthful living.<br />
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm<br />
Campus Center 306<br />
SPECIAL STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP<br />
SESSIONS<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who are <strong>at</strong>tending UH <strong>Hilo</strong> on<br />
the N<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong> Exchange Program<br />
or the English Language Institute<br />
will meet with the Directors <strong>of</strong> their<br />
programs.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s not in one <strong>of</strong> these special<br />
groups will have this time for<br />
registr<strong>at</strong>ion, campus tour, or to relax<br />
before this evening’s Shop ‘Til You Drop<br />
event.<br />
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
N<strong>at</strong>ional <strong>Student</strong> Exchange - Campus<br />
Center 301<br />
English Language Institute - PB 16,<br />
Room 2<br />
REGISTRATION AND HELP STATION<br />
(Optional)<br />
Orient<strong>at</strong>ion leaders will be available<br />
to help new Vulcans make changes<br />
to their registr<strong>at</strong>ion. Registr<strong>at</strong>ion is<br />
ongoing <strong>at</strong> MyUH. Note: you must<br />
meet with an advisor before registering<br />
for your classes!<br />
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Campus Center Lobby<br />
ALL AROUND THE BANYAN TREE –<br />
CAMPUS TOUR<br />
(Optional)<br />
Take a tour <strong>of</strong> your new home and learn<br />
helpful tips about campus resources<br />
from your group leaders; find where<br />
your classes will be; learn a little history<br />
about the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> campus; visit the<br />
new <strong>Student</strong> Life Center facility-the<br />
place to start healthy living; and finally,<br />
stop <strong>at</strong> the UH <strong>Hilo</strong> bookstore to take a<br />
glimpse <strong>of</strong> wh<strong>at</strong> books to buy or rent for<br />
your classes and to pick up some UH<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong> gear.<br />
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm and<br />
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm<br />
Campus Center Plaza<br />
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP: PRINCE<br />
KUHIO PLAZA STUDENT RECEPTION<br />
Need any last-minute items for your<br />
new home <strong>at</strong> UH <strong>Hilo</strong>? Backpacks?<br />
School Supplies? Clothes? An<br />
orient<strong>at</strong>ion favorite - don’t be left<br />
behind - come for a night <strong>of</strong> fun,<br />
food, door prizes, job opportunities,<br />
and Plaza discounts! Your orient<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
registr<strong>at</strong>ion fee includes this event. The<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Life Center vans will begin<br />
taking new Vulcans back <strong>at</strong> 7:30 pm<br />
and every 30 minutes after.<br />
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm<br />
Campus Center Turn-around<br />
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MAHALO!<br />
We would like to thank the following supporters for contributing to the Spring 2012 New <strong>Student</strong> Orient<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
Sponsors<br />
Big Island Federal Credit Union – Sponsor <strong>of</strong> Continental Breakfast, January 6th<br />
HomeStreet Bank – Sponsor <strong>of</strong> Breakfast, January 5th<br />
Prince Kuhio Plaza – Sponsor <strong>of</strong> the “Shop ‘Til You Drop: Prince Kuhio Plaza Reception” event, January 6th<br />
Giveaways, Gift Certific<strong>at</strong>es & Coupons<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong> <strong>Hawaii</strong>an Hotel, A Castle Resort & Hotel<br />
KTA Super Stores<br />
Kozmic Cones<br />
New <strong>Student</strong> Programs<br />
Prince Kuhio Plaza Merchants<br />
Red Moon Entertainment<br />
Sodexo <strong>University</strong> Dining Services<br />
TD Food Group, Inc. dba Pizza Hut, Taco Bell<br />
<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i <strong>at</strong> <strong>Hilo</strong> Bookstore<br />
A BIG Mahalo to the following<br />
for their collabor<strong>at</strong>ive efforts in planning for Spring 2012 New <strong>Student</strong> Orient<strong>at</strong>ion:<br />
Admissions Office<br />
Chancellor’s Office<br />
Division <strong>of</strong> Academic Affairs<br />
Division <strong>of</strong> Administr<strong>at</strong>ive Affairs<br />
Division <strong>of</strong> <strong>Student</strong> Affairs<br />
Auxiliary Services<br />
Business Office<br />
Campus Center Office<br />
Campus Security<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Agriculture, Forestry, & N<strong>at</strong>ural Resource Management<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Arts & Sciences<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Business & Economics<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Continuing Educ<strong>at</strong>ion & Community Services<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy<br />
Counseling Services<br />
Financial Aid Office<br />
<strong>Hawaii</strong> Fire Department<br />
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘eliölani College <strong>of</strong> <strong>Hawaii</strong>an Language<br />
Kïpuka N<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>Hawaii</strong>an Center<br />
Kuahiwis<br />
Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar<br />
Prince Kuhio Plaza<br />
Sky Garden Restaurant<br />
Sodexo Dining Services<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Life Center<br />
UH <strong>Hilo</strong> Graphics & Media<br />
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PB-22<br />
CAMPUS MAP<br />
TO PUAINAKO STREET<br />
KOMOHANA STREET<br />
BASEBALL<br />
FIELD<br />
COLLEGE OF TROPICAL<br />
AGRICULTURE AND<br />
HUMAN RESOURCES<br />
(CTAHR)<br />
COLLEGE OF<br />
PHARMACY<br />
KU KAHAU ‘ULA<br />
SOFTBALL<br />
FIELD<br />
SOUTH A‘OHOKU STREET<br />
NOWELO STREET<br />
NORTH A‘OHOKU STREET<br />
‘IMILOA ASTRONOMY<br />
CENTER OF HAWAI‘I<br />
‘IMILOA PLACE<br />
UH<br />
INSTITUTE<br />
FOR<br />
ASTRONOMY<br />
MULTI-PURPOSE<br />
FIELD<br />
TENNIS<br />
COURTS<br />
STUDENT LIFE<br />
CENTER<br />
OFFICE<br />
OFFICE<br />
320C<br />
CLASSROOM<br />
352<br />
POOL<br />
GRAVEL<br />
LOT<br />
GUEST<br />
INFO<br />
This area not<br />
to scale<br />
PB-21<br />
AUTO MECH<br />
PB-20<br />
PB-19<br />
302<br />
BRIDGE<br />
(FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL)<br />
PB-16<br />
PB-15<br />
MACHINE, WELDING<br />
& INDUSTRIAL MECH<br />
TECH.<br />
CAFNRM<br />
319<br />
BRIDGE<br />
(FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL)<br />
Main Campus<br />
200 W. Kawili Street<br />
<strong>Hilo</strong>, HI 96720-4091<br />
STUDENT<br />
HOUS’G OFC<br />
GUEST<br />
INFO<br />
NOWELO<br />
STREET<br />
Entrance<br />
BUILDING ACRONYMS<br />
SCIENCES &<br />
TECHNOLOGY<br />
ADM Administr<strong>at</strong>ion Bldg./<br />
Chancellor’s Office<br />
ASB Auxiliary Services Bldg.<br />
BO Business Office<br />
CAB College <strong>of</strong> Agriculture,<br />
Forestry & N<strong>at</strong>ural Resource<br />
Management Bldg. (CAFNRM)<br />
CC Campus Center<br />
CH College Hall<br />
K Kanaka‘ole Hall<br />
LIB Library<br />
LS Life Sciences<br />
MC Manono Campus<br />
MSB Marine Science Bldg.<br />
PB Portables<br />
SLC <strong>Student</strong> Life Center<br />
SSB <strong>Student</strong> Services Bldg.<br />
TA The<strong>at</strong>re<br />
UCB <strong>University</strong> Classroom Bldg.<br />
W Wentworth Hall<br />
320 Athletics<br />
346 Business Educ<strong>at</strong>ion Bldg.<br />
KANAKA‘OLE HALL<br />
KANAKA‘OLE HALL<br />
333<br />
HAWCC<br />
BUS. ED.<br />
& TECH.<br />
ADVISING<br />
CENTER<br />
CCECS<br />
351<br />
WEST LANIKAULA STREET<br />
Revised 9/11<br />
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Office <strong>of</strong> New <strong>Student</strong> Programs & Orient<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
200 W. KĀwili Street • <strong>Hilo</strong>, Hawai‘i 96720-4091 • 808.933.0732<br />
Reach any <strong>of</strong> the orient<strong>at</strong>ion leaders <strong>at</strong> uhhntrso@hawaii