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Hawai‘i should be the seventh region added to the list of primary states independently created, according to Robert J. Hommon, Ph.D. Hommon, the author of “The Ancient Hawaiian State: Origins of a Political Society,” will be giving a presentation on Thursday about his book, which identifies Hawaiʻi as a primary state that was formed independently without outside contact. “The book identifi es Hawai‘i as a primary state and attempts to trace the development of Hawai‘i by comparing it to other Polynesian islands,” Hommon said. “The idea is that the organization of any state, including primary states, requires there to be a leader, bureaucracy (that fulfi lls certain functions), building civil function and collecting taxes.”
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Robert J. Hommon, author of “The Ancient Hawaiian State,” will give a presentation about his book on Thursday at UH.
Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, Mexico, Peru and China are the other independently created primary states. Through extensive research, Hommon discovered that Polynesia had kingdoms on the islands of O‘ahu, Hawai‘i and Maui. Hommon also includes the kingdom of Tonga. He encourages University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa students and faculty to attend his presentation because it will present a unique aspect to the ancient history of Hawai‘i. “I believe that in looking at ancient Hawai‘i as the cradle of Hawaiian states, it adds a new perspective,” Hommon said. “This is one more aspect that is of value because it helps us to understand our origins – people of native Hawaiian ancestry and everyone else, valuing Hawaiian culture.” His presentation will provide an introduction to the ideas of the book,
and the main discussion will be centered on the cover of the book as a visual introduction. The cover of the book is a painting by John Webber of King Kalani‘ōpu‘u and his people sailing by canoes to bring gifts to Captain Cook. “I think people will be interested in seeing the history in a painting like this – an expedition photographer recording a very historical event,” Hommon said.
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Hommon went to graduate school at the University of Arizona and became interested in chiefdoms because they were midway between tribal and state systems. One of his professors came back from the Philippines and stopped in Hawai‘i; he said he was interested in the archaeology in Hawai‘i. Hommon wrote letters to people at Bishop Museum and the University of Hawaiʻi Archaeology Field School on the Big Island. He came to Hawai‘i in the late 1960s and has worked for the Bishop Museum, State Parks Division, National Parks Service, worked as a civilian for the U.S. Navy and worked for three private fi rms. His research consisted of reading history books, which preserved the histories by putting some of the oral history in writing. He said that was an essential source for developing the idea that Hawai‘i is a primary state. “I went back to the literature on the state and compared what I knew about a state and what I found out about Hawai‘i,” Hommon said. “There are very few places where ancient societies can be called a state; that is important to me because it helps us understand our history and when it began and how the state operates.” Hommon’s presentation will be at 3 p.m. on Oct. 17 in Crawford Hall 115.
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Thanks to pop culture, zombies are everywhere nowadays. “The Walking Dead” and “Zombieland” are examples of recent cinema that have cemented zombies as one of the most recognized and celebrated horrors.
H I S T O RY Zombie origins trace back to Haitian culture. In Haiti, voodoo is a common practice that is still used today. In Haitian voodoo, the witch doctors, or bokors, have the ability to change a human into a zombie. It is not actually explained how this act is accomplished, but it is believed to be a mixture of mind control and voodoo. When transformed into a zombie, the individual won’t attack humans, but will become a slave to the Bokor. Zombie voodoo is used to keep specific people from getting out of hand because Haitian people do not believe in hurting others for no reason. Voodoo zombies were first introduced in 1932 through the film “White Zombie.”
DISEASE Some people today believe that a zombie apocalypse, similar to those shown in Hollywood, is possible. Humans have always been in contact with deadly diseases, which mostly spread through animals. In the past 30 years, there have been more than 40 patho gens, including HI V, H1N1, mad cow disease and S A R S . Some believe that rabies could possibly mut ate into a zombie like infect ion.
MY T H S Zombies are a living virus inside an animated corpse, having the same goal as any other virus: to spread. The infection is spread through a bite or scratch. Once infected, there is no cure, and it’s only a matter of time until the infection spreads. Whether the slow shuffling zombies in “Night of the Living Dead” or the sprinting and agile ones in “28 Days Later,” zombies can be killed by destroying the brain.
IK AIK A SHIVELEY Staff Writer Five friends travel to a secluded cabin in the woods when they discover “the book of the dead.” A fter reading a passage from “Naturom Demonto,” the demons that inhabit the surrounding woods are summoned. Continuing the brilliance of the fi rst three fi lms, “Evil Dead” blends terror with art by creating one of the most beautifully shot horror fi lms in recent years. From fl ying crane shots through the woods to the dolly zooms of the disturbingly possessed, the cinematography, while ominous, is exhilarating. Audiences will have a front row view when the terror of the evil dead unfolds. With traditional special effects, makeup and props, “Evil Dead” conveys a frightening possession. The thought that there is no escape from such a terrifying evil will send chills down your spine.
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Students gathered in front of HauMĀNA’s mural Tuesday morning to protest for their right to free speech and against the development of telescopes on Mauna Kea. HauMĀNA is a student movement for “aloha no ka ‘āina,” or “love for the land.” About 80 students gathered in front of the mural, which depicted Papahānaumoku and Wākea, along with Ho‘ohōkūkalani, the parents of Hālo, the first kalo plant and progenitor of all Hawaiian people. The mural included black chalkboard paint for audience members to leave comments about the mural and its message.
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ASUH/GSO Student Forum Aloha students, ASUH President Richard Mizusawa and GSO President Tom Robinson invite all students to attend the first ASUH/GSO Student Forum on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at the Campus Center Ballroom from 5:00-7:00 p.m. ASUH and GSO are collaborating through this student forum to discuss the major issues brought up at Chancellor Tom Apple’s Campus-wide Conversation earlier this month. Our goal is to focus on the primary issues students are facing and to discuss strategies that students, faculty, staff and administrators can take to resolve them. Invited UH Manoa administrators include Chancellor Apple; Vice Chancellor for Administration, Finance and Operations Kathy Cutshaw; Vice Chancellor for Students Francisco Hernandez; Interim Vice Chancellor for Research Brian Taylor; Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students Lori Ideta; and Commuter Services & Fleet Services Manager Raymond Shito. Use this opportunity to meet your student leaders. Light refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there! Spread the word! Richard Mizusawa, President, ASUH (Associated Students of the University of Hawaii) Tom Robinson, President, GSO (Graduate Student Organization)
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New Pope spreading an old message DAVID SMITH Staff Writer Jorge Mario Bergoglio of A rgentina, better known as Pope Francis, has grabbed the world’s attention with his re cent remarks. Pope Francis has stated re markable ideas that the “heads of the church have often been narcissists” and that “people want pastors, not clergy acting like bureaucrats or government officials.” Pope Francis has publicly spoken out against the church tr ying to “interfere spiritually” in the lives of homosexual individuals, saying, “ W ho am I to judge?” He has stated the need for the church to incorporate women. “The feminine genius is needed wherever we make important decisions,” he said. In an interview, he reminded us that the church, la Chiesa in Italian, is a feminine word. He has even downplayed the role of the church in political issues, stating bluntly, “I have already stated the church will not deal with politics.”
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These bold statements have come as a revelation and a blast of fresh air from an unexpected source. By some, God is seen as an all-loving, merciful being whose love is indiscriminate. However, this idea seemed to have no place in a church that was so quick to chastise people. When asked by a reporter at Jesuit Magazine America who Jorge Mario Bergoglio is, Pope Francis responded, “I am a sinner whom the Lord has looked upon.” The Pope is stating that the church and its leaders are of little importance. Instead, he emphasizes the original
message of Jesus Christ. This realignment of focus is what it seems the Pope is trying to achieve.
I N T E L L E C T UA L RENAISANCE The wisdom of simplicity and humility spread by the Pope are infinitely powerful – effortlessly rebuking the perception of the church as a power hungr y, secular empire and reminding us of the simple messages of love that Jesus spread. This connection between Pope Francis and the original teachings of Jesus is best portrayed on “ The Colbert Report ”; during an episode that aired on Sept. 24, guest Father Jim Martin spoke of Pope Francis, saying, “He is basically embodying and just emulating the teachings of Jesus and reminding us what ’s important in the church – and it ’s not rules. It ’s a person.” T he change in the church’s rhetor ic by Pope Francis w ill have subst ant ial ef fects. A l ready, the Pope has greatly altered the world percept ion of the church by spreading the message of uncondit ional love, and he has show n that the church is st ill capable of remember ing its humblest of beginnings. When the Pope explained why he chose Saint Francis as a name, he expressed that “he dreamed of a poor church that would take care of others, receive material aid and use it to support others, with no concerns for itself.” This is a beautiful understanding of the purpose of the church. It removes the political and capitalistic side of the church and instead focuses on its role as a spiritual guide and community center.
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‘Bows look to gain momentum in Big West Junior midfielder Hayden Gibson and the Rainbow Wahine lead the Big West with 16.2 shots per game. SHANE GRACE KA LEO O HAWAI‘I
H AYLEY MUSASHI Staff Writer
In a season that has seen thrilling victories and heartbreaking losses, the Rainbow Wahine soccer team (6 -7, 1-3 Big West) ďŹ nds itself in a must-win situation as it heads back on the road to face Big West opponents UC Davis (3-6 -3, 0-1-1 BWC) and Long Beach State (7-5-1, 1-1-1 BWC). Coming off a split-result weekend against UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly, the Rainbow Wahine look to ďŹ nd success to earn a bid in the upcoming Big West tournament. In their most recent matchup, the ‘Bows suffered a loss to Cal Poly on Sunday night, falling to a golden goal in the 105th minute during double overtime. The Wahine, however, would not go down without a fight, recovering from a two-goal deficit late in regulation time.
“The girls worked hard and were very focused,â€? head coach Michele Nagamine said. “I think the team was upset that we weren’t able to put it away. I think we played really well for the majority of the game, but we just weren’t able to ďŹ nish.â€? Last season Hawai‘i narrowly defeated UC Davis 3-2 in an offensive explosion with a combined total of 20 shots. UCD is currently ranked eighth in the conference and will take on UH following a 3-1 defeat against UC Irvine.
R E D E M P T I O N S T O RY The ‘Bows will look to redeem themselves when they meet LBSU after being thrashed 5-0 last season. Though the 49ers were projected to ďŹ nish second in the league in the coaches preseason poll, they are currently ranked fourth. LBSU boasts a league-high three players named to the preseason All-Big West Team.
The 49ers extended their ďŹ ve-game undefeated home streak after battling their way back to a draw against UC Davis this weekend. Nursing a legion of injuries, the Wahine must battle it out in another test of strength in their second Big West road trip of the season. “The adversity has never been higher than it is right now,â€? Nagamine said. “This will be one of the most challenging weekends of the season. The team has been very focused in their preparation, and I’m really proud of how they have handled the pressure so well.â€? Associate Sports Editor Jeremy Nitta contibuted to this story.
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Majam named top finalist for NCAA Woman of the Year JOEY R AMIREZ Sports Editor A torn ACL can destroy an athlete’s career in an instant. But this was far from the biggest worry in the life of five-year Rainbow Wahine softball player Kelly Elms (formerly Majam), who recovered from her injury only to be diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Three years later, the former Hawai‘i center fielder is one of nine finalists for the 2013 NCAA Woman of the Year award, which will be presented on Oct. 20 in Indianapolis.
S TA R T I N G OV E R Elms’ UH career could have been finished before it began as she tore her ACL sliding into third base during the Rainbow Wahine’s final fall game of her freshman year. She would be forced to sit out all of the 2009 season. “Through my freshman year, I was just so disappointed that I didn’t get to play,” Elms said. “Growing up, I was always one of the best on my team, so I always was on the field, and I always got to play. Then that year, I had to sit; I didn’t have a choice. … I learned a lot of humility.”
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the greatest debuts in UH history, leading the nation with 30 home runs while hitting .400 with 81 runs scored. However, it wasn’t just Elms who was catching the nation’s attention. Hawai‘i was ranked in the country’s top 25 and won the Western Athletic Conference title before heading to the NCAA Tournament. The ‘Bows swept through the Stanford Regional, outscoring opponents 23-6. But all momentum was flattened by No. 3/4 Alabama, which stomped UH, 8-0, in the first game of the Super Regionals. Yet Hawai‘i held together and bested the Crimson Tide by one run in a pair of must-win games that sent UH to its first ever College World Series at ASA Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City. “It was my childhood dream to play on that field,” Elms said. “Usually all the stands are in front of you behind home plate. But that was the fi rst time there was stands behind me, and there was people cheering behind me.” The ‘Bows won their first game against Missouri but were knocked out by losses to UCLA and Arizona.
A H A R D FA L L Praise from around the nation met the ‘Bows after their inspired trip to the World Series.
“People told us when we hit the (game-winning) home run in Alabama, they were sitting in their living room and they could hear cheers going all the way down their street,” Elms said. But this euphoria withered a week later as Elms was met with the biggest obstacle in her life: She was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. “I didn’t think I had cancer,” Elms said. “I went to the doctor because I had pain in my throat, and I thought it was just something else, like a cyst or something they could just zap and it’d be gone.” With the idea of playing on the softball field again serving as inspiration, Elms fought her way through the treatment with an athlete’s mentality. “In lifting weights, I know what feeling sore is,” Elms said. “And I know how to push myself through doing two more pushups. The athlete knows how to do that. … It (cancer treatment) was a different kind of animal that I hadn’t faced before.”
C OAC H K E L LY Through her fi nal three years with the ‘Bows, Elms went on to torch the UH record book as she became the school’s all-time leader in runs (235), doubles (47) and home runs (72).
Now, Elms spends time mentoring softball’s future stars as a youth hitting instructor. She also works as a physical education teacher at Liholiho Elementary School. “I wanna coach, but right now I think where I’m supposed to be is just the lessons so I can meet and help as many girls as I can instead of focusing on just one team,” Elms said. Elms claims that one of the top moments of her career was when her passions collided on March 1, 2012, when Liholiho put together an event to bring students to watch her play. “I caught a fly ball for warm ups, and the crowd erupted,” Elms said. I just wanted to come through for the kids because they’re so awesome and so much fun. I’m very thankful I did.” A native of San Diego County, Elms plans on eventually moving back, but not before letting Hawai‘i know how much it has meant to her. “That’s something that I never thought would happen – that people would want me to be on the field, and that they cheered just for me,” Elms said. “People said they started playing softball because they saw me play. Those are things that I never dreamed would happen, and that’s such an honor, especially here where there’s so much pride. I felt so honored they would cheer that loud for me.”
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