Native Hawaiian Student Programs Directory - University of Hawaii ...

underrepresented on campus, non-traditional, or in need of a structured college entry. Selected students who
participate in, and meet the summer program requirements, gain admission to the UH Mänoa in the fall semester.
Location: Queen Lili‘uokalani Center for Student Services 308
Phone/Fax: (808) 956-6186/(808) 956-6837
E-mail:
copuhm@hawaii.edu
Website:
www.hawaii.edu/cop/
Department of Native Hawaiian Health (DNHH)—began as an initiative, the former task-force and program is
now a clinical department, recognized by the University Board of Regents, resides in the John A. Burns School of
Medicine (JABSOM) within the University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa. Initial funding from the Queen`s Health System
enabled the formation of a clinical department within the JABSOM. The Department of Native Hawaiian Health
(DNHH) is unlike other clinical departments in that ongoing community involvement is an integral part in guiding
us towards our vision and mission. Partnerships with health organizations allow us to become a part of a team
working towards improving the health of Native Hawaiians. In a sense, the Department would not be able to
accomplish everything as a stand-alone entity. We realize that improving Native Hawaiian Health lies in a käkou
(group inclusive) effort. Although new, the Department of Native Hawaiian Health has incorporated two significant
programs that have been well established in JABSOM over the years. The ‘Imi Ho‘ola Post-Baccalaureate Program
and the Native Hawaiian Center of Excellence have similar missions with respect to Native Hawaiian health and are
now a part of the Department. With a sound internal organization and a commitment towards a community voice,
the DNHH is committed to serve Native Hawaiian peoples and their communities and strives to function and
embrace Native Hawaiian values and practices.
Contact Person:
Website:
Dr. Marjorie Mau, Department Chair
http://www.dnhh.hawaii.edu/
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP Hawaii) --is a part of
Hawaii P-20 Partnerships for Education, a statewide partnership that focuses on strengthening the education pipeline
from early childhood through K-12 and postsecondary education. GEAR UP Hawaiÿi encourages teenagers to have
high expectations, stay in school, study hard, and take classes that will help them choose and be prepared to go to
college. GEAR UP Hawaiÿi services include preparing students for academic success, increasing access to college
prep resources and financial aid information, and facilitating transitions from K-12 to higher education.
Contact:
Angela Jackson, GEAR UP Hawaii Project Manager
Location: Sinclair Library, Room 504, 2425 Campus Road, Honolulu, HI 96822
Phone: (808) 956-3879 / Toll-free: 1 866 808-4327
Website:
http://gearup.hawaii.edu
email:
gearuphi@hawaii.edu
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)—is a federal
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