Week of Welcome (August 14th - 20th)

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is delighted to offer a multitude of events to welcome you to our thriving campus community!

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August14Monday, August 14, 2023

08/14/2023
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Math Bootcamps
Department of Mathematics
Keller 303, UH Mānoa
Refresher bootcamp for algebra and trigonometry. Algebra Bootcamp, August 7-10, Trigonometry Bootcamp, August 14-17
UH students intending to take Precalculus or Calculus

Phone  (808) 956-7951
Contact  Mirjana Jovovic
08/14/2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Mānoa International Exchange Info Session
Mānoa International Exchange
https://hawaii.zoom.us/j/95181078182
Information session about study abroad opportunities.
All students

Phone  (808) 956-3101
Contact  Kathy Tran
08/14/2023
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SOEST Orientation
SOEST
Hawaii Institute for Geophysics (HIG) 131
The purpose of this orientation is to meet and interact with other students and faculty, learn about SOEST and what makes us special and participate in walking field trips to SOEST labs.
All SOEST undergraduate students admitted for Fall 2023 are invited to join us.

August15Tuesday, August 15, 2023

08/15/2023
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Coffee Social
International Student Services
In-person
Start your morning right! Grab some coffee and meet other new international students in a relaxed atmosphere. Coffee, tea and other refreshments provided by International Student Services.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/15/2023
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
New Graduate Student Orientation
Office of Public Health Studies (OPHS), under the Thompson School of Social Work and Public Health
UHM Campus, Biomedical Building, D-Court
An opportunity for incoming OPHS graduate students to meet faculty/staff and fellow students, become oriented with curricula and requirements, and begin the transition into graduate-level studies. 8/15 and 8/16 required for all students; 3rd day (8/17) for online/distance education students only
Incoming graduate students (masters and doctoral, in-person and distance tracks)

Phone  (808) 956-8267
Contact  Dr. Jeanelle Sugimoto-Matsuda
08/15/2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Living Local: A Newcomer's Guide to Hawai'i
International Student Services
QLC 412
This session will provide some insight on Local culture and language unique to Hawai'i.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/15/2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Building Healthy Relationships in the U.S.
International Student Services
QLC 412
Forming relationships in the U.S. often looks different from other cultures - whether that's friendly, academic/professional, or romantic. Learn how to get a better understanding of what to expect, or where to go when you need help.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland

August16Wednesday, August 16, 2023

08/16/2023
8:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Fall 2023 UG Nursing New Student Orientation
NAWSON
Webster 203
Orientation for all incoming Fall 2023 undergraduate nursing students. Fall 2023 New UG Nursing Student Orientation Schedule Undergraduate Nursing New Student Orientation Dates Venue General UG Nursing NSO 16-Aug-23 8:15-10:30 AM Webster 203 Program Specific Session 16-Aug-23 Direct Entry in Nursing 10:30- 12:00 PM Web 203 Online RN to BS 16-Aug-23 10:30-11:30 AM Zoom Traditional BS (Day 1) 1:30-4:00 PM Kamakakokalani Center for Hawaiian Studies (Lower Campus). Traditional BS (Day 2) 17-Aug-23 12:00-3:30 PM Web 203 Pledging Rehearsal 3:30-4:15 PM Kuykendall 101 Pledging Ceremony 4:30 PM Kuykendall 101
invite only

08/16/2023
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Blueprints: Engineering New Student Orientation
College of Engineering
Holmes Hall and surrounding facilities
All new incoming engineering students are invited to join us for a day of orientation. Registration is required and the deadline to do so is August 1.
New incoming engineering students (both direct entry and transfer)

Phone  (808) 956-7426
Contact  Kim Perez Hults
08/16/2023
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Coffee Social
International Student Services
In-person
Start your morning right! Grab some coffee and meet other new international students in a relaxed atmosphere. Coffee, tea and other refreshments provided by International Student Services.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/16/2023
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
New Graduate Student Orientation
Office of Public Health Studies (OPHS), under the Thompson School of Social Work and Public Health
UHM Campus, Biomedical Building, D-Court
An opportunity for incoming OPHS graduate students to meet faculty/staff and fellow students, become oriented with curricula and requirements, and begin the transition into graduate-level studies. 8/15 and 8/16 required for all students; 3rd day (8/17) for online/distance education students only
Incoming graduate students (masters and doctoral, in-person and distance tracks)

Phone  (808) 956-8267
Contact  Dr. Jeanelle Sugimoto-Matsuda
08/16/2023
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
College of Education New Student Welcome
College of Education
PE/A 241 (Lower Campus PE/Athletic Complex Room 241)
All incoming College of Education (COE) undergraduate students are invited to attend this welcome event. Students will have the opportunity to meet other students, speak with COE instructors, and learn how to prepare for a smooth transition to UH Mānoa. An invitation will be sent to students' UH Mānoa email.
Incoming freshman and transfer undergraduate College of Education students

Phone  (808) 956-7915
Contact  Alyssa Kapaona and Jolene Muneno
08/16/2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Tips for Living in Hawaii
International Student Services
QLC 412
Learn about where to shop, how to save money, local secrets, and many other things you should know to live in Hawai'i.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/16/2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
International Student Panel: Share Your Experiences
International Student Services
QLC 412
Current international students will answer your questions about life in Hawaii.
New international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/16/2023
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
PhD Orientation
Thompson School of Social Work and Public Health
Hybrid: Gartley 018 & zoom link tba
The orientation for incoming PhD students is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 4:00-6:00pm Hawaii time. The PhD chair and I hope to have an in-person orientation, but if some participants need to join remotely, we can plan for a hybrid (in-person and Zoom) orientation. Please let us know if you need to join remotely.
Incoming PhD students

Phone  (808) 956-3831
Contact  Jennifer Kishida

August17Thursday, August 17, 2023

08/17/2023
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
New Graduate Student Orientation
Office of Public Health Studies (OPHS), under the Thompson School of Social Work and Public Health
UHM Campus, Biomedical Building, D-Court
An opportunity for incoming OPHS graduate students to meet faculty/staff and fellow students, become oriented with curricula and requirements, and begin the transition into graduate-level studies. 8/15 and 8/16 required for all students; 3rd day (8/17) for online/distance education students only
Incoming graduate students (masters and doctoral, in-person and distance tracks)

Phone  (808) 956-8267
Contact  Dr. Jeanelle Sugimoto-Matsuda
08/17/2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
UHM Anthropology New Student Meet & Greet
Anthropology
Dean Hall, Room 202
The Department of Anthropology is holding a 'Meet & Greet' for new incoming students (freshmen & transfer) from 10am to 10:50am at Dean Hall, Room 202. This is a wonderful opportunity to start your journey off right! Come and meet your academic advisor, Mark Oxley, the Department Chair, Dr. Eirik Saethre, and the Undergraduate Chair, Dr. Seth Quintus. During the event we will provide useful information on the anthropology program as well as provide opportunities to asked questions. By Friday August 5th, please RSVP via this form https://forms.gle/UjbJNDRExd8J78Bi8 If you miss the deadline but are still interested in participating, please reach out to oxley@hawaii.edu. Notes: --Students may bring up to 2 guests, including family/friends. Snacks & drinks will be provided. --If you sign up for the 'CSS Race to Success', to be held immediately after from 11am to 1pm, by the Thursday August 3rd deadline, you can request a free bento lunch & drinks for you and your guests as well as reserve a free UHM CSS T-shirt for yourself. --Dean 202 is located in a historic building without access to an elevator. Please reach out to oxley@hawaii.edu for any accessibility concerns. The address for Dean Hall is 2450 Campus Rd 96822 (also the same building where the CSS Academic Advising Office (ACCESS) is located).
Undergraduate students of anthropology (Majors, minors, & exchange students)

Phone  (808) 956-6652
Contact  Mark Oxley
08/17/2023
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Welcome Orientation
International Student Services
Crawford 105
This session brings together all new international students, and provides them important information on campus resources as well as opportunities to meet each other in structured activities. Sign up required, see ISS Welcome Events for more information: www.hawaii.edu/issmanoa
New international students (sign up required)

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/17/2023
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The CSS Race to Success
College of Social Sciences
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Courtyard
The College of Social Sciences will orient new students and their families. The program begins with a scavenger hunt, guiding students to find important resources across campus. We will serve lunch, giving everyone an opportunity to meet the Dean and advisors. All new students will receive CSS branded swag. A lucky few will win a special gift.
Majors

Phone  (808) 956-0655
Contact  Ruben Campos
08/17/2023
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Fall 2023 UG Nursing New Student Orientation
NAWSON
Webster 203
Orientation for all incoming Fall 2023 undergraduate nursing students. Fall 2023 New UG Nursing Student Orientation Schedule Undergraduate Nursing New Student Orientation Dates Venue General UG Nursing NSO 16-Aug-23 8:15-10:30 AM Webster 203 Program Specific Session 16-Aug-23 Direct Entry in Nursing 10:30- 12:00 PM Web 203 Online RN to BS 16-Aug-23 10:30-11:30 AM Zoom Traditional BS (Day 1) 1:30-4:00 PM Kamakakokalani Center for Hawaiian Studies (Lower Campus). Traditional BS (Day 2) 17-Aug-23 12:00-3:30 PM Web 203 Pledging Rehearsal 3:30-4:15 PM Kuykendall 101 Pledging Ceremony 4:30 PM Kuykendall 101
invite only

08/17/2023
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Onward with TIM - New Student Onboarding
School of Travel Industry Management - Shidler College of Business
George Hall 227
Mandatory orientation for new TIM School students
TIM majors - invite only

08/17/2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
(ISS) Welcome Reception
International Student Services
Limited Seating - See ISS Welcome Week for more information: www.hawaii.edu/issmanoa
This is the finale to the Welcome Week. End the week at this special reception for new international students. Food will be served! Limited seating. See ISS website for more information: www.hawaii.edu/issmanoa
Limited ticketed new international students

Phone  (808) 956-8613
Contact  Stephanie Cleland
08/17/2023
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CALL Ice Cream Social
College of Arts, Languages & Letters
Art Building Bamboo Courtyard
The purpose of this informal mixer is designed to give CALL new majors and incoming majors an opportunity to meet other CALL students, chairs, faculty, staff, and deans, and to learn more about their departments and the college.
CALL incoming students and new majors

Phone  (808) 277-5963
Contact  Karin Mackenzie
08/17/2023
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
College of Natural Sciences Welcome Day
College of Natural Sciences
School of Life Sciences Courtyard
All incoming College of Natural Sciences students are invited to join faculty, staff, and follow students from the college in an evening of activities and free food to celebrate the start of the semester. We hope to see all of our new students there!
College of Natural Sciences Students

Phone  (808) 956-0735
Contact  Stephanie Kraft-Terry
08/17/2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Children's Center Open House
Student Success
UH Mānoa Children's Center, 2320 Dole St
Come see how the Children's Center supports parenting UH students
Public

Phone  (808) 956-7963
Contact  Wendi Uyemura
08/17/2023
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
RISE Resident Welcome Reception
Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship (PACE)
PACE at RISE (2nd Floor)
Welcome reception for RISE residents. RSVP required.
RISE residents only

Phone  (808) 956-5083
Contact  Addie Ortiz

August18Friday, August 18, 2023

08/18/2023
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
RISE Orientation
RISE
PACE at RISE (Level 2)
This orientation will provide RISE residents with critical information about living at RISE.
RISE residents

Phone  (808) 468-1711
Contact  Alexis Linarte

August19Saturday, August 19, 2023

08/19/2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
National Student Exchange (NSE) Orientation and Beach Day Welcome
National Student Exchange
Virtual for orientation and Magic Island Beachpark for the beach day
An orientation to welcome new NSE students to UHM and Hawaii! Gain valuable information to make the most of the exchange experience and meet fellow NSE friends. The beach day follows the orientation and features free food, ice breaker activities, and more time to meet fellow NSE friends.
NSE students only

Phone  (808) 956-9307
Contact  Rayna Tagalicod

August20Sunday, August 20, 2023

08/20/2023
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
National Student Exchange (NSE) Orientation and Beach Day Welcome
National Student Exchange
Virtual for orientation and Magic Island Beachpark for the beach day
An orientation to welcome new NSE students to UHM and Hawaii! Gain valuable information to make the most of the exchange experience and meet fellow NSE friends. The beach day follows the orientation and features free food, ice breaker activities, and more time to meet fellow NSE friends.
NSE students only

Phone  (808) 956-9307
Contact  Rayna Tagalicod




For more events, visit Other Welcome Events (August - September).


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