ʻOhana Check-In
Welcome to HPU from President John Y. Gotanda
Aloha and Welcome!
One of my favorite Hawaiian phrases, Pūpūkāhi i holomua, teaches us that we must work together to move forward. The guidance is powerfully fulfilled at Hawai‘i Pacific University, where our work together begins on our one-of-a-kind campus and spreads across our extended ‘ohana in the Islands and across the globe.
Ours is a community that cares. HPU cares about educating tomorrow’s leaders and making a difference in the world. Our faculty care about teaching, mentoring and working with each student. Our students care about the role that they will play in society. And our alumni are proud of and care deeply about their alma mater.
I am privileged to be part of the immensely talented and committed ‘ohana at Hawai‘i Pacific University. I know that you will find and meet a great many people here who care about you and will help you on your journey.
This ‘Ohana Check-In booklet provides you with the background and resources to make your transition to becoming a Shark fun, fulfilling, and fabulous! We are here to support you and to answer any and all questions you and your family may have.
I greatly look forward to meeting you in person and wish you the very best in the years to come.
Yours truly,
John Y. Gotanda President, Hawaiʻi Pacific University
Ask Sharky
What is the meaning of ʻOhana?
Definition – family, kin, group. A resource for all new HPU students.
What is the ʻOhana Check-In?
Hawaiʻi Pacific University understands that the transition to becoming a college student comes with many decisions and changes. Many students will be moving away from home for the first time and leaving behind the comforts of their high school and hometown communities. HPU is here to support, guide and assist students with all of their questions, concerns, and needs.
Why should I attend the ‘Ohana Check-Ins?
By attending, you will help ensure a smoother transition to HPU.
You will receive information that you and your family need on a ‘just in time’ basis, about important topics like housing, financial aid, class registration, travel to campus, and orientation.
You will learn about the many resources that are available to you to support your success as a student.
Check-Ins provide you an opportunity to connect with your new classmates.
Each Check-In is unique, and we encourage not only you, but your entire family to attend.
ʻOhana Check-In Dates
November 13
Wednesday
and Times
2:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EST
November 19
Tuesday
2:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EST
November 26 Tuesday
2:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EST
December 5
Thursday
2:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EST
December 12
Thursday
2:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EST
November 16 Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 3:00 PM EST
November 23 Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 3:00 PM EST
December 1 Sunday 10:00 AM HST / 3:00 PM EST
December 7 Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 3:00 PM EST
December 14 Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 3:00 PM EST
The World Comes to You
When you attend Hawaiʻi Pacific University, the world comes to you. HPU empowers you to spread your wings and grow more independent and self-sufficient. Whether you’re a Hawaiʻi local or from the mainland, you’ll experience college life and the beauty of Hawaiʻi alongside students and professors from across the U.S. and nearly 65 different countries.
HPU offers a unique urban campus experience that attracts students from Hawaiʻi, across the US, and around the world. Like Boston University and New York University, our classrooms are located in various spots within walking distance, including Aloha Tower Marketplace, Fort Street Mall, and Waterfront Plaza. The dynamic Kakaʻako community, filled with artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators, is just minutes away.
Key Dates
Submit Official Final Transcripts and Available Test Scores
Submit Health Clearance Forms (hpu.edu/health)
Upload HPU Student ID Photo (hpu.edu/id)
Tuition Payment Deadline (hpu.edu/tuition)
Housing Move-In Day (hpu.edu/housing)
Orientation (hpu.edu/orientation)
First Day of Class for Spring Semester
No Later than December 1
No Later than December 15
No Later than December 16 January 2 – 3
Final Exam Period January 2 January 4 – 5 April 28 – May 4
January 6
Questions?
Please keep these email addresses and phone numbers handy as ways to connect with resources and services.
Academic Advising advising@hpu.edu | 808-544-1198
Business Office studentaccounts@hpu.edu | 808-544-0884
Admissions admissions@hpu.edu | 808-544-0238
Housing and Residence Life housing@hpu.edu | 808-544-1436 Registrar registrar@hpu.edu | 808-544-0239
Financial Aid Office fiancialaid@hpu.edu | 808-544-0253
