Onipa‘a student creating artwork.
The University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu is offering a trio of summer programs designed to bridge the transition from high school to college for first-time college freshman from the Waiʻanae Coast.
With the Ke Ala Kauwela program, students receive experience, college credit and a $1,500 stipend for their participation in one of three programs: ʻIke Mauli Ola (Pathway to Pre-Nursing), ʻIke ʻAi Pono (Pathway to Education and Sustainable Community Food Systems), or E Holomua a ʻOnipaʻa (Summer Bridge Program).
“These programs were formulated to deal directly with summer “melt” – when graduating high school seniors who apply and are accepted to college choose not to attend due to a variety of reasons, such as financial or familial obligations,” UH West Oʻahu Chancellor Maenette Benham said. “Ke Ala Kauwela addresses summer melt by bringing these students on to the UH West Oʻahu campus to experience the benefits of college while receiving a stipend.
“A primary goal of UH West Oʻahu is to provide a wide-range of exciting opportunities to learn and discover. Our summer programs are an excellent way for students to explore career possibilities while being introduced to the college environment.”
Students gain access to UH West Oʻahu’s innovative academic programs such as its pre-nursing pathway or Sustainable Community Food Systems, with a curriculum focused on ‘āina and place-based education. In E Holomua a ʻOnipaʻa, students build relationships with the campus community, become practitioners of Hawaiian cultural values and transform into role models for the Waiʻanae community.
The priority application deadline for ʻIke Mauli Ola (Pathway to Pre-Nursing) is March 15, 2017; the ʻIke ʻAi Pono (Education and Sustainable Community Food Systems) and E Holomua a ʻOnipaʻa (Summer Bridge Program) applications are due April 1, 2017. For more information, visit http://www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/summeracademy.
‘Ike Mauli Ola: Pathway to Pre-Nursing
The ‘Ike Mauli Ola Pre-Nursing Pathway Summer Program is for students interested in pursuing a nursing career or health care field. Students who are accepted into the University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu and the ‘Ike Mauli Ola Pre-Nursing Pathway are eligible to be a part of the ‘Ike Mauli Ola Summer Program which includes:
- College Credit:
- SD 100: University Experience (1 credit)
- Completion of Certified Nursing Aid Certification (CNA)
- $1,500 stipend for completion of the ‘Ike Mauli Ola Summer Program
Students will have the opportunity to have both in class and clinical workshops as well as gain the skills necessary to be successful in English and mathematics university courses. The ‘Ike Mauli Ola Pre-Nursing Summer Program is an opportunity for students to grow and develop as a future health practitioner.
Eligibility & Application Process
- Incoming first-time college freshmen from Nānākuli or Wai‘anae High Schools or Kamaile Academy
- Accepted into the University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu
- Accepted into the ‘Ike Mauli Ola Pre-Nursing Summer Program for Fall 2017
- Priority deadline for applications is March 15, 2017
‘Ike ‘Ai Pono: Education & Sustainable Community Food Systems
The ‘Ike ‘Ai Pono Summer Program integrates college pathways in Education and Sustainable Community Food System concentrations. Students interested in careers as teachers or argoecologists have the opportunity to participate in a summer program focused on ‘Āina and place based education. Students who participate in the ‘Ike ‘Ai Pono Summer Program will gain:
- College Credit:
- EDUC120/SCFS120: ‘Āina and place based education (3 credits)
- SD 100: University Experience (1 credit)
- Experience and participate in Service Learning
- $1,500 stipend for completion of the ‘Ike ‘Ai Pono Summer Program
Students will learn to focus on writing effectively, as well as focus on mathematical reasoning with the goal of enrolling in university level English and mathematics courses. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to learn both in class and in the field. The ‘Ike ‘Ai Pono Summer Program is an opportunity for students to learn in an innovative and creative fashion.
Eligibility & Application Process
- Incoming first-time college freshmen from Nānākuli or Wai‘anae High Schools or Kamaile Academy
- Accepted into the University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu, Fall 2017
- Applications must be completed and received by April 1, 2017
E Holomua a ‘Onipa‘a: Summer Bridge Program for incoming Holomua GEAR Up Students
E Holomua a ‘Onipa‘a is a command to progress forward and be steadfast. It is meant to awaken us all to transform into the best person we can become. This program is dedicated to maintaining the academic momentum of the graduating class of 2017 from the Wai‘anae Coast complex area as students transition into the college setting while incorporating Hawaiian cultural values. Students in E Holomua a ‘Onipa‘a can obtain:
- College Credit:
- General Education Course (3 credits)
- SD 100: University Experience (1 credit)
- SD 101: Summer Bridge (1 credit)
- Experience and participation in Service Learning projects in the community
- Up to $1,500 in student employment
Students will engage with faculty, staff, campus resources and peers throughout the summer. These opportunities will elevate our students’ understanding through building relationships, becoming practitioners of Hawaiian cultural values, and transforming into role models for the Wai‘anae community.
Eligibility & Application Process
- 2017 Graduate of Nānākuli High and Intermediate School, Wai‘anae High School, or Kamaile Academy
- Accepted to a Post Secondary Institution for Fall 2017
- Applications must be completed and received by April 1, 2017
The programs are funded by Kamehameha Schools, the Title III US DOE Part A Native Hawaiian Indigenous-Serving Institution grant and Holomua GEAR Up on the Leeward Coast.