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Course Description

An applied approach to Hawaiian traditions and cultural practices. May be repeated for credit, up to 6 credits, provided that a different topic is studied.


 

Notes

Enrollment in this course through EDvance is a non-credit option, however, course is available for credit. In order to receive college credit, participants must inform instructor at the beginning of the course and successfully complete course with a "C" or better.

Due to a limited number of non-credit seats available and enrollment priority given to traditional credit students, if course becomes over-enrolled, you may have to be removed from the course and refunded.

For in-person or hybrid class sections, students will need to submit and clear all necessary health clearances with Med+Proctor.

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Type
Online - Real-time
Days
Su, Sa
Time
9:00AM to 11:10AM
Dates
Sep 06, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
28.2
Location
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous (Statewide)  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $120.00

Section Notes

Kilo - Observations 
Description: Learn about the significance of kilo and techniques of how to observe, document and collect data about the natural environment. 

This is an online synchronous course only held on Sundays, September 6 - October 18, 2026 from 9:00am - 11:10am. 

Email instructor, Kuʻulei Kanahele, at kuuhk@hawaii.edu for more information.

Type
In-Person
Days
Sa, Su
Time
8:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Oct 03, 2026 to Oct 04, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-person (Hawaii Island)  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $120.00

Section Notes

This 1-credit weekend intensive introduces the history and construction of kūpeʻe lei hulu. Students learn foundational feather wrapping techniques to create a finished wrist lei while exploring feather adornment in ceremony and hula. Through learning the history and making of this craft, students examine indigenous leadership values expressed through practice, including kuleana, interdependence, and stewardship.

Demonstrate hili braiding techniques and interpret braiding as a metaphor for indigenous leadership and interdependence.

This is an in-person weekend hands-on course only held on Saturday, October 3, 2026 and Sunday October 4, 2026 from 8:00am-3:30pm.

Email instructor, Taupouri Tangaro, at taupouri@hawaii.edu for more information.

Type
In-Person
Days
Sa, Su
Time
8:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Oct 10, 2026 to Oct 11, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-person (Hawaii Island)  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $120.00

Section Notes

This 1-credit weekend intensive introduces the history and foundational techniques of hili (Hawaiian braiding). Students practice core plaiting methods while completing braided samples and a small finished piece. Through learning the history and making of this craft, students examine indigenous leadership values expressed through practice, including kuleana, interdependence, and stewardship.

Demonstrate hili braiding techniques and interpret braiding as a metaphor for indigenous leadership and interdependence.

This is an in-person weekend hands-on course only held on Saturday, October 10, 2026 and Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 8:00am-3:30pm. 

Email instructor, Taupouri Tangaro, at taupouri@hawaii.edu for more information.

Section Schedule
Oct 17, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026
Type
Online - Real-time
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Oct 17, 2026
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Oct 18, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous (Statewide)  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $120.00

Section Notes

Kapaemahu: This class looks at the role of māhū in hula and Hawaiian culture.

This is an online only course held on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 8:00am-3:30pm. The remaining class instruction and learning activities will be online Asynchronously posted on a site such as Lamaku without specific meeting times.

Email instructor, Kekai Naone, at kknaone@hawaii.edu for more information.

Type
In-Person
Days
Sa, Su
Time
8:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Nov 07, 2026 to Nov 08, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-person (Hawaii Island)  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $120.00

Section Notes

Hana Noʻeau: Experience ʻike Hawaiʻi through hands-on engagement as craft, skill, moʻolelo (stories) and mele (songs) come together. 

This is an in-person weekend hands-on course only held on Saturday, November 7, 2026 and Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 8:00am-3:30pm. 

Email instructor, Pele Kaio, at pelekaio@hawaii.edu for more information.

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