‘Ohana Check-In We are here for YOU. Welcome to Hawai‘i Pacific University.
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.
What is the ʻOhana Check-In?
A resource for all new HPU students.
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.
2022 ʻOhana Check-In Dates and Times*
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May 12
Thursday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
May 24
Tuesday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Jun 1
Wednesday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Jun 16
Thursday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Jun 28
Tuesday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Jul 13
Wednesday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Jul 28
Thursday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
Aug 9
Tuesday 1:00 PM HST / 7:00 PM EDT
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May 15
Sunday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
May 28
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Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
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Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
Jun 4
Jun 19
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Sunday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
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Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
Jul 2
Jun 17
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Sunday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
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Saturday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
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Jul 30
Aug 14
Sunday 10:00 AM HST / 4:00 PM EDT
*You and your family are encouraged to attend all eight ʻOhana Check-In events, May – August.
Register: hpu.edu/ohanacheckin
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, while sharing the perspective of someone who is from Hawaiʻi with new friends. You experience college life and all that the Islands offer with students and professors from the U.S. mainland and nearly 65 different countries.
HPU is chosen by students from Hawaiʻi because of the unique experience our urban campus provides. Similar to Boston University and New York University, HPU’s classrooms are set in different locations within walking distance from each other: Aloha Tower Marketplace, Fort Street Mall, and Waterfront Plaza. The vibrant Kakaʻako community — home to artists, entrepreneurs, innovators and influencers - is minutes away from HPU.
Key Dates Submit Official Final Transcripts and Available Test Scores
No later than July 1
Submit Health Clearance Forms
No later than August 1
Upload HPU Student ID Photo
No later than August 1
Tuition Payment Deadline
August 15
Housing Move-In Day
August 24
Orientation
August 24 – 27
First Day of Class for Fall Semester
August 29
‘Ohana Weekend
October 8 – 9
Final Exam Period
December 12 – 18
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
Housing and Residence Life housing@hpu.edu | 808-544-1436
Business Office businessoffice@hpu.edu | 808-544-0884
Registrar registrar@hpu.edu | 808-544-0239
Admissions admissions@hpu.edu | 808-544-0238
Center for Academic Success assessment@hpu.edu | 808-544-9334
hpu.edu/ohanacheckin @hawaiipacific_2026