HWST 100 Elementary Hawaiian I

An introduction to Hawaiian cultural traditions, from ancient to modern times. It provides an overview of ancient concepts that still influence Hawaiian thinking today, including the intimate connection between human beings and nature, the importance of connection to a place and a genealogy, and the importance and definition of living by Hawaiian values. 

HWST 107 Hawai‘i: Center of the Pacific

Surveys the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia; their various origins, geography, languages, religions, colonial histories and modern development, seen through the cultural lens of the Hawaiian people.  

HWST 207 Hawaiian Perspectives in Ahupua‘a Resource Management

Examine the ahupua'a system: its mythologies, place names, history, poetry and early documents of the Hawaiian nation, as it was conceptualized by the ancient Hawaiians and exploration of its relevance in modern society. The primary focus of this course will be the Hawaiian land division: the Ahupua'a. Through an understanding of the ahupua'a, students will become familiar with perspective on Hawaiian resource management and Hawaiians' relationship with the 'āina. This course will emphasize 'Āina based learning.

HWST 216 History of Surfing

A study of the traditional native sports practices of the Hawaiian people that symbolized the native people's relationship to the 'āina (land) and how such sports are significant components to understanding the Hawaiian culture, and were/are unique identifiers of the native identity.

HWST 258 History of Hawaiian Music and Ethnography I

This course is an introduction to Hawaiian acculturated vocal and instrumental music. The course primarily focuses on the Hawaiian Renaissance era of the 1960s and 1970s within the context of the surrounding decades, examining both post-19th century music and contemporary Hawaiian music. Topics covered are: musical genres, styles, histories, artists; identification of instruments; basic music theory, composition, vocal harmony, sound recording; genealogy, legacies, and Hawaiian cultural contexts.

HWST 258L History of Hawaiian Music and Ethnography Lab

HWST 258L is a laboratory to accompany HWST 258 Hawaiian Music & Ethnography I. The course includes live music performances and improvisation, contextual experience, and hands-on lessons in Hawaiian music.

HWST 270 Hawaiian Mythology
an introduction to Hawaiian mythology and mo'olelo as a basis of understanding (or a reflection) of Hawaiian culture, values, metaphor, and worldviews.  This course will investigate and analyze oral and written Hawaiian literary sources and the roles of akua, 'aumakua, kupua, and kanaka. 

HWST 281 Ho‘okele I: Hawaiian Astronomy and Weather

An introduction to Hawaiian views of astronomy and weather, required as preparation for sailing a double hull canoe in the following semester. 

HWST 281L Ho‘okele I: Hawaiian Astronomy and Weather Lab

A stargazing laboratory to accompany HWST 281.

HAW 101 Elementary Hawaiian I

Introduces the study of basic structures of the Hawaiian language with emphasis on the five recognized skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding.

HAW 102 Elementary Hawaiian II

Focuses on basic structures of the Hawaiian language with emphasis on the five recognized skills of language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. This course is taught within the context of the contemporary culture of the Hawaiian people. 

HAW 201 Intermediate Hawaiian I

A continuation of HAW 102. Further development of the five recognized skills of language acquisition: listening, r eading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding in the Hawaiian language. Students will gain these five skills, attaining the Intermediate Low level on the ACTFL proficiency scale. 

HAW 202 Intermediate Hawaiian II

A continuation of HAW 201. Further development of the five recognized skills of language acquisition: listening, reading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding in the Hawaiian language. Students will gain the five skills, attaining the Intermediate Mid level on the ACTFL proficiency scale. 

HAW 224 Intermediate Hawaiian Reading

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HAW 261 Hawaiian Literature in Translation: Pre-1800 traditions

A survey of Hawaiian oral arts and traditions in translation, including narratives, chants, and proverbs from the period before Western contact, with reference to Polynesia and Western themes and forms.

HAW 262 Hawaiian Literature in Translation: 1800 to Present

Offers a survey of Hawaiian literature, featuring selected works by Hawaiian authors from the period following Western contact (c. 1800) and the introduction of writing and the printing press. While texts translated into English will be the required readings, selected Hawaiian texts may be presented for comparative purposes.

HAW 290 Ma Ka Hana Ka ‘Olelo me Ka ‘Ike Hawai‘i

Designed to prepare students to serve as Hawaiian language and culture resources on campus and in the community through ‘aina learning experiences. Application of ‘aina learning experiences, mo‘o‘olelo, and personal reflections will serve as the basis for communicative activities in class. (HAW 290 he papa i haku 'ia i ho'omakaukau i na haumana e lilo i mau kako'o ma ke kula nui kaiaulu a ma ke kaiaulu no ho'i ma o ka malama 'aina. Ma o ka hana malama 'aina, mo'o'olelo me ka ho'ike no'ono'o pili kino ke kahua no ka hana 'olelo ma neia papa.)