Mireya Hernandez: Get to know me!
Hi everyone! My name is Mireya Hernandez and I am a freshman here at HPU. I hope this course and writing for Kalamalama immerses me more in this world and I learn ways to improve as a writer.
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Review: ‘Oldtimers’
Another poet has arrived at HPU! Who knew Hawaii had so many renounced poets? It’s truly remarkable. I suppose the way of life here, and the nature that engulfs in fever-like dream, is something to try to capture into words.
The Moonlight Masquerade 2024: See All the Outfits
Stilettos, satin and suits came one after another at the ballroom in Aloha Tower Marketplace Thursday evening, showcasing an array…
Emily Harrison: Review of Women
Sometimes we don’t all get what we have worked for, but in some cases its better that way. take a break and learn all about the ins and outs of this fall’s play, Women.
‘The Homeless Guy’ Brings His Suitcase to School and Sleeps on Beaches
If you’ve spotted a young man with curly hair and a floral suitcase strolling along the streets of Honolulu, you’ve…
Planning To Bring Mystery and Glamour to Aloha Tower
On November 14th from 6 to 9 pm, students at Hawai‘i Pacific University will host a masquerade ball at the…
Yoga Philosophy: Learning Beyond Physical Practice
When student Ellinor Hopen first began in HPUs Yoga Philosophy class, she was surprised that there was no actual physical…
Drastic Crime-Decrease at HPU
Compared to the same time last year, the number of reported crimes at HPU has decreased by nearly 50 percent….
Emily Harrison: A Heluhelu of Poetry
Aloha everyone. I’m unsure if anyone from the school, other than the honors students and faculty, knows who Brandy McDougall is, but she is a Hawaii State Poet Laureate.
She’s published two poetry books: “Finding Meaning”, and “Birth Land.” At these conferences, she discussed and read from “Birthland” which was honestly quite moving, quite passionate. She brought tears to herself and to her audience.
Especially for a school-based poetry reading conference, I thought it was quite endearing.
Emily Harrison: Self Defense Tactics
As part of SA awareness month, I believe that taking further precautions to protect yourself is an absolute necessity.
I do believe these few moves, if you can remember them in a high-intensity and stressful situation, may give you a better chance of not only life but getting away from your attacker.
With that thought in mind, it’s important to remember that taking further lessons, improving your strength and self-awareness, and above all else, keeping yourself out of harmful situations, is best for keeping yourself safe.