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Bill proposed to have University of Hawai‘ i Board of Regents public meetings recorded and publicized CHAVONNIE RAMOS / KA LEO O HAWAI‘I 

Currently, the agenda and meeting materials for University of Hawai‘ i Board of Regents meetings are posted on its website six days prior to the meeting date unless noted otherwise.

GABRIELLE PARMELEE NEWS INTERN

University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents meetings may soon be livestreamed, according to a bill in the Hawai‘i State Legislature.

Senate Bill 2573 requires the BOR to livestream, record and archive all public meetings in a digital video format to be made available to the public.

“We were surprised that the Regents had started looking into this three months ago and hadn’t really come up with anything,” Senator Donna Mercado Kim, chair of the Senate Committee on Higher

Education, said at a hearing on Feb. 4. “So after our meeting they really got down to business and reported back to us.”

The measure was first introduced to the Senate on Jan. 17. The committees on higher education and technology voted to pass the bill with amendments, allowing the BOR one month after the proposed due dates to abide by the bill. Originally, the Board had proposed that they could complete live streaming

by April and format meetings for video by August.

Currently, only minutes and agendas of meetings are publicly available on the BOR website. How-

ever, if the bill goes into effect, they will be required to livestream the public meetings by May 1, and format Board meetings for video by September.

Although live streaming is a possibility, Kendra Oishi, executive administrator and secretary of the BOR said in a written testimony that it is difficult because each campus has different technology and room setups.

“Campuses must configure the rooms and audio systems for meetings, and each campus has varying levels of technical and human resource capacity,” she said. “Broadcasting meetings in live

video format would require more financial and human resources than audio. Long-term archiving of digital files would also result in additional costs.”

The Office of the Board of Regents has been working to find solutions that adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act. This includes closed captioning and/or transcription for audio or live video broadcasts and for archived files.

The senators discussed how it is still necessary to determine when exactly the archives will be made available.

New survey finds sexual assault and harassment up on UH campuses SHAFKAT ANOWAR / KA LEO O HAWAI‘I 

There was a 1.4-point increase in student participation in 2019’s survey in comparison to 2017.

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A new survey revealed that dating and domestic violence and stalking incidents at the University of Hawai‘i campuses were higher in 2019 compared to national results.

More than 6,300 students participated in the survey, which was conducted from late January to February 2019. The results were released on Feb. 7, 2020, and revealed that cases involving sexual assault, harassment, stalking, and dating and domestic violence increased from 2017 (the last time the survey was conducted).

▪ 7.2% reported nonconsensual sexual contact (6.3% in 2017)

▪ 12.7% reported being sexually harassed (9.3% in 2017) ▪ 10.6% reported being stalked (9.7% in 2017) ▪ 21.3% said they were victims of dating or domestic violence (19.1% in 2017) Although there were increases in those categories, the survey said that 86.3% of UH students felt safe on campus and know of the different resources available to those who experience gender violence.

“This is part of our effort to actualize our commitment to addressing sexual harassment, sexual discrimination and creating discrimination free learning and working places for our

students and faculty,” UH President David Lassner said.

University officials said that the data will be used to assess UH’s training and initatives to meet standards under the Violence Against Women Act and Title IX. HOW UH COMPARES NATIONALLY (ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES)

▪ Nonconsensual contact: UH—7.2% / AAU—13% ▪ Sexual harassment: UH—12.7% / AAU—41.8% ▪ Stalking: UH—10.6% / AAU—5.8% ▪ Dating and Domestic Violence: UH—21.3% / AAU—10%

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DDIPPED P P E D BY B Y DEE DEE Miscommunication takes root in not understanding how others show their affection. As humans, we can become resentful if we show love a certain way and do not receive the same in return. The chances are that it is not that the other does not care as much, but that their love language is different. American author Dr. Gary Chapman wrote a book on the five love languages in 1992, which covers exactly that: five different ways people express their love.

We all have at least a little bit of each love language, but what Chapman defines as your “primary love language” is that which is more prominent than the other ones. Humans, at the end of the day, are multifaceted and we cannot encapsulate ourselves in a single category. However, understanding what type we relate to the most is the beginning of learning and taking advantage of the love language theory.

Understanding your and your loved ones’ love language is an essential tool in improving your relationships with them. By understanding what love languages are, we can begin to see others’ efforts to care for us more clearly. Additionally, we can tailor our efforts so that they can feel our love.

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Since his first book, Gary Chapman has released more editions, including one tailored toward military couples.

SPEAKING THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE

Some of us feel loved by being told we are, some others by being hugged. Your love language might involve a thoughtful gift, cleaning your partner’s house, or a relaxing afternoon watching Netflix. Detecting it can improve your relationships and even your understanding of yourself. We do not all need to speak the same language to love each other, because even if a certain one is not our primary, we can still make an effort and understand.

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WORDS OF AFFIRMATION

ACTS OF SERVICE

QUALITY TIME

RECEIVING GIFTS

PHYSICAL TOUCH

The first love language is words of affirmation. According to the official Five Love Languages website, “If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you.” You better understand that someone loves you and cares when they straight up tell you so.

On the other hand, insults, rudeness and lack of encouragement hurt this kind of person more than someone whose primary love language is not words of affirmation.

For this type of person, actions are necessary, but what makes you feel at home is hearing how much somebody loves you.

This love language anticipates the needs of someone and helps them meet them: Are you stressed?

I can help you study for your exam.

Are you tired? No worries, I’ll clean the house for you. Acts of service take away the burden of responsibilities weighing on the loved one, at least to an extent.

For someone with this love language, it is crucial that you pay attention to their needs. If they feel like you are lazy, breaking your commitments and adding to their burdens, it is like telling them their feelings do not matter. To show them you care, do something you’re not obliged to every once in a while.

For those who speak this language, the best way to show love is by giving them your full and undivided attention. Quality time does not have to be anything exciting.

It can just be sitting together and watching TV, as long as you are fully present and there with them.

Actions need to say, “There is nowhere I’d rather be,” and that, for them, is love. Showing undivided attention to these people might deepen your connection, while being constantly distracted and not prioritizing time with them can make them feel neglected.

The initial impression some people have when learning about this language is thinking that it is superficial or material, but this is not true. For those who speak this love language, what matters is not the gift, but what the gift shows.

The thought and effort that goes behind gifts are what matter for this person. A small, unexpected gift that is thoughtful is like saying, “I pay attention to your needs,” “This reminded me of you” and “I care.”

As with the rest of the love languages, you can easily hurt a person who speaks this language by exhibiting the opposite behavior.

A forgotten birthday or a thoughtless, superficial gift could do a lot of harm for someone like this. For them, it’s not about the material value but the meaning behind it.

By being thoughtless, it is like you are saying, “I don’t care enough to make an effort.”

Finally, someone whose primary language is physical touch needs physical closeness. Contact is not limited to hugs or kisses, but any thoughtful touch will do. Pats on the back, hand-holding or mere physical presence can be crucial.

Not being physically close to them or physically causing them pain can be considered unforgivable and could potentially destroy this relationship. By keeping physical contact with them, you can make them feel loved.

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VALENTINE’S THEMED ISSUE

The significance of self- care The b enefits of carin g for yourself, and how to start doin g it

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Self-care goes deeper than what meets the eye.

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THE REALITY OF SELF-CARE

During the month of February, it is easy to get caught up in the frenzy of affection. Buying chocolate, picking out flowers and writing love letters are all popular ways to show affection to those you adore, but what about yourself? In what ways are you showing yourself love?

Though related, self-love and self-care are not the same thing.

While self-love pertains more to loving and appreciating all aspects of yourself, self-care is more about keeping yourself healthy.

The definition of self-care tends to vary from person to person. At first, one might think it means taking a night off, or buying an occasional treat. Though these things can be important, they only touch the surface of what caring for yourself really entails. In reality, selfcare encompasses all components of health, from engaging in physical exercise, to eating well, to practicing healthy mental-health habits.

Alvin Almira, a sophomore majoring in business at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, explained that he practices both self-love and self-care by taking time to put his own interests first.

“Most of my self care is centered around being alone and relaxing,” Almira said. “Prioritizing my own needs contributes to my self-love because I need to be okay before I can go asking if other people are okay.”

Kanani Prakoso, a biology major at UHM, had a similar outlook. “One way to love myself is to know when I need to take care of myself,” Prakoso said in a text interview. “I’d also describe it as being able to say ‘I am okay and I accept myself where I am.’”

THE IMPORTANCE OF SELF-CARE

Even from a professional standpoint, taking care of your own

health is crucial. “Lack of self-care can lead to burn-out, which is when the coals in the fire just won’t burn anymore. You need to give yourself daily rest, reflection, and rejuvenation, and not just for the one week yearly vacation,” Amy Brown, associate professor at the John A. Burns School of Medicine, said.

Brown currently teaches classes on mindfulness meditation and clinical nutrition at UH Mānoa. She emphasizes the importance of selfcare, particularly through meditation.

“Mindfulness meditation is exercise for the brain, and it can even increase your gray matter,” Brown said. “People focus on the physical fitness, but not that of the brain, heart and soul.

Is that really healthy? ” In addition to meditation, Brown also stressed the importance of having a well balanced diet. She explained that overeating is a huge factor when it comes to unhealthy food intake. In fact, she said that by training yourself to avoid overeating, “You’ll feel better and reduce your risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and diverticulosis, which are pockets in your large intestine from age, stress and not eating enough fiber for life,” Brown said.

Being mindful of the foods you ingest can help you feel more nourished and give your body the proper nutrients it needs to be happier and healthier.

and faculty members, as it offers different forms of therapy sessions by appointment and for emergencies. According to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, a non-profit organization that provides support groups, talking to a counselor can be a greatly beneficial method of improving your mental health, as it can teach clients how to manage stress, cope with anxiety and start implementing healthier mindsets.

For those interested in learning more about meditation, UH has several resources that students can take advantage of.

Brown leads a free meditation class online on Google Classroom, as well as a for-credit class on campus. Another on-campus resource is the Pause Space, which is a meditation room available to both students and staff. Guided sessions are available Monday through Thursday, at times varying from 1 to 4 p.m.

More information can be found at cms.ctahr.hawaii.edu/fcs/pause.

Practicing well-rounded self-care is a way to feel more at ease on an individual level. This includes taking part in several tasks, which can range from taking a day to focus on yourself, to getting a proper amount of sleep, to eating well-balanced meals. Self-care is also an acknowledgement of your own personal needs, and teaching yourself that you deserve to feel healthy.

TAKING STEPS

Recognizing that you need to take care of your well-being is a great way to start showing yourself love. UH Mānoa’s Counseling and Student Development Center is a helpful resource for both students

Safe Sex Guide to Valentine’s Day JONZ V. STONEROAD | INTERN

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, a time to spend being in love and loving your special someone.

It is also a time to be responsible for knowing the various resources available if one decides to become with each other.

While we don’t want to think of the possibilities of sexually transmitted diseases or infections, as college students, we must know our status for our own peace of mind as well as for the ones we love.

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On our UH campus, the University Health Services Mānoa is one place to start. The Health Promotion Resource Center has a link of services geared to the student body. These include but are not limited to free condom sample and brief counseling and referrals.

The Women’s Health Clinic provides a more extensive health care service for our female student body. Their clinic is also on campus in the University Health Services building.

Off-campus in Honolulu is Planned Parenthood that also provides numerous services with the same care and confidentiality needed. Getting tested, condom usage and contraceptive options are a few ways to ensure our health on this special day.

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Dipped By Dee

Making Valentine’s Day sweeter, one berry at a time

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When Daniela Fry started making chocolate-covered strawberries in 2013, she did not think she would be making a living selling them. The excitement she felt when giving the sweet treats to friends and family and quitting her part-time job was what inspired her to create “Dipped by Dee,” a local business that prides itself on its fun take on the usual Valentine’s Day morsel.

Founded in February 2019, Dipped by Dee started as a Valentine’s Day pop-up. However, due to successful sales throughout the month, Fry decided it was time to open their first location, which was located on Republican St., before finding a permanent spot on 111 Sand Island Access Road. Since then, the business has gained a large following on the island.

According to Fry, Dipped by Dee, though based on a simple idea, is more flavorful than meets the eye.

“It’s not just chocolate and strawberries, it’s a lot more than that,” Fry said. “It’s flavor, it’s presentation. We take a lot of pride in quality and freshness.”

MAKING THE BERRIES

Dipped by Dee offers a plethora of sweet treats, including chocolate-covered strawberries, which can come in “Mini Boxes” or cups, called “Berry Bitez,” that are coated in chocolate and a topping, as well as “Dipped Apples,” which are coated in caramel before

being dipped in chocolate and a topping.

According to Fry, there are about 20 flavors of toppings that customers can choose from, including Fruity Pebbles, Oreo and Churro. Around the holidays, themed flavors are added to this list. They also offer gift boxes and “Dip Kits,” which allow customers to get their “dip on” at home.

Dipped by Dee also accepts custom orders, which is one of Fry’s favorite things to do.

“We also do custom orders, which is one of the things that are really fun because there’s an endless amount of possibilities with strawberries,” Fry said. “You can come up with any idea at all and we can make it work; we’ll bring it to life. It can have chocolate, it can have fondant, edible glitter, edible images - it gets fun and it gets crazy.”

To celebrate this year’s day of love, Dipped by Dee added a “Valentines Collection” to their menu, which includes pre-designed Valentine’s Day boxes, a rose bear and a breakable chocolate heart, which social media influencer Bretman Rock recently featured on his Instagram story.

Since its opening last year, the demand for Dipped by Dee products has increased.

Fry is constantly finding ways to keep up with it, especially during Valentine’s Day. “We have to do what we can to satisfy the demand. Being the busiest time of the year and the amount of detail and work that we put into our work, it can be difficult to keep up with the demand,” Fry said. “We specifically pre-design Valentine’s Day-themed boxes and give our customers boxes to

choose from. If we know exactly how many berries, size and which flavors there will be, we can make a bigger batch of that, then put it all together instead of focusing on one specific box and one specific design. It allows us to bring out a lot more products and keep up with demand.”

Fry mentions that creating these treats is no easy feat. “[The process of making the products] is a lot more than people think. We get anywhere from 10 to 25 cases of strawberries delivered to our store every single morning,” Fry said. “The first thing that we do is sort our berries by size. We also take out anything that is not up to par, so if it’s mushy, slightly damaged or a completely crazy shape, because we do get every type of berry, we will take those out and will either return them to our supplier for credit or we will wash them, dry them, bag them up, sort them so the customers can enjoy them. We call them the ‘Reject berries.’”

After prepping the chosen berries, they are coated with chocolate and one of the available toppings. The apples undergo the same process, but with caramel added to the mix depending on what flavor you order.

Using strawberries also presents a unique challenge for the business: quality control.

“It’s not easy working with strawberries because although we are able to get strawberries all year-round, there’s always a difference. Whether it’s a different brand, different quality, size, shape, color - it’s never the same,” Fry said. “Some of the customers that come regularly will get the biggest feel for this, but the strawberry always tastes different. Sometimes they’re sweet, sometimes they’re sour, sometimes they’re more firm. It’s a never-ending changing game for strawberries.”

These obstacles were what pushed Fry to continue toward her goal.

“I didn’t listen to them; I didn’t care what they had to say. I knew I could do it. I didn’t know how but I could figure it out.”

Becoming a business owner has also helped Fry overcome personal obstacles.

“I’ve had to completely change my personality. Not be someone who I am not, but be someone I never thought I would be: someone that people look up to, someone as a role model,” Fry said. “I began to realize that people look up to me and I am an inspiration to people. I’ve had to ask myself: who do I look up and how would I want them to act? That mindset has completely changed as well and has an effect on how we run our business.”

Fry is grateful for her business partner, who helps with the “business side,” including payroll, taxes, contracts and watching the business’ margins, as well as her husband, who serves in the U.S. Navy.

“When he’s on island he’ll work very early, he’ll get off very late and he’ll still come to the store and help close. We’re very lucky to have him help us out and support us, him being a face of the company, as well,” Fry said.

Fry is especially thankful for the community support.

“Our consumers: my friends, my family, or people who purchase from us, they create the demand. They are the ones that keep us going.”

For students who wish to become entrepreneurs and start a business, Fry has some advice: “There’s a lot of people who try and start new businesses but get discouraged. There have been so many obstacles, so many setbacks in many different ways, whether it be negativity or people who don’t believe in you, people who want you to fail - you can’t let any of that hold you back. You can do anything you want to do as long as you set your mind to it and you put work into it. It’s about having the motivation and perseverance to actually do it.”

THE GIRL BEHIND THE DIP

During her undergraduate years, Fry studied international management and attended business school; however, she did not expect to become an entrepreneur.

“I did not think I would run a business. My initial goal was not at all business-oriented.

It really just happened,” Fry said. “I finally graduated from college and when I moved out here, I had a lot of time on my hands and I got to be a lot more creative with it.

No one has taught me anything that I know; I have learned everything on my own. It’s all been trial and error.” While in college, Fry competed in many business plan competitions, where she faced obstacles and a lack of support.

“I had investors and business people who doubted me. I competed and sat in front of all the judges; I only had one person rooting for me,” Fry said. “They asked me, ‘How do you think you’ll make a living making chocolate strawberries?’ Everyone else was telling me that ‘brick and mortar’ was a failure, that I was in over my head thinking that what I’m doing now will ever work.”

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MON: CLOSED TUE – SAT: 10 a.m - 6 p.m.

CONTACT IG: @dippedby_dee Website: squareup.com/store/dippedbydee/

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Anthropology professor Patrick V. Kirch returns home to Hawai‘i after 35 years JONZ V. STONEROAD INTERN

Every so often, a local-born kama‘aina returns to Hawai‘ i Nei after being away for a long time.

Anthropology professor Patrick V. Kirch left the islands in 1984 on a journey to the mainland United States and the South Pacific islands, and has returned to teach at the University of Hawai‘ i.

Kirch is an archaeological anthropologist studying the peoples of the past, including their ways of living, their geographical locations and how they communicated with each other.

During his travels in the South Pacific islands, he saw that there were similarities with Hawai‘ i. In places such as Futuna, Samoa and Fiji, islanders grew kalo (taro) much like Hawaiians did.

Kava is still consumed in the islands both in a formal ceremony as well as informally among the island men. In the informal ceremony, the exchange of the drink was done in a chief’s home and stories were shared as they passed along the kava.

Another similarity was the use of the lauhala (leaves of the hala tree) to make mats and coverings for the fale (home) or hale (home

in Hawaiian).

Olena (turmeric) was another plant used for medicinal purposes as well as for coloring the lauhala mats.

Kirch shared that this sustainable lifestyle of growing and harvesting continues while the rest of the world is used to modern conveniences.

The more time he spent in the Solomon Islands, Samoa, Tonga and the other South Pacific islands, the more familiar their livelihoods seemed.

When asked what one lesson or interest that he wanted to share in his teaching, he replied, “Our island ecosystems are fragile, especially with global warming. We need to malama (protect and care for) the earth and all its resources before it’s all gone.”

Now that he is back at UH, Kirch wishes to teach the importance of preserving the land for future generations.

Currently, he teaches: ANTH 204: Historical Ecology of Hawai‘ i ANTH 323: Pacific Islands Ecology ANTH 623: Advanced Pacific Archaeology To find out more about his work, go to: anthropology.berkeley.edu/ patrick-v-kirch

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Prevention over paranoia Confronting the coronavirus

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Disinfecting surfaces is one way to prevent catching respiratory illnesses.

KAILANIANNA ABLOG CO-MANAGING EDITOR

Fear will not protect you from the coronavirus. With confirmed cases and virus-related deaths increasing everyday, it is normal to be worried; however, prioritizing prevention and staying informed are key precautions when facing an illness with no current cure.

FIRST OF ALL, IT’S NOT THE BEER

According to the Centers for Disease Control, 2019-nCoV (short for ‘novel,’ or new, coronavirus), also referred to as “Wuhan pneumonia,” is a form of human coronavirus that affects the respiratory system.

The virus first appeared in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, which has been put under quarantine.

Coronaviruses are a family of viruses named for the crownlike spikes that dot their surfaces; they are commonly found in animals including cattle, cats and bats. However, some animal coronaviruses can evolve and infect humans.

This is what happened with 2019nCoV. Aside from 2019-nCoV, there are six other human coronaviruses, including MERS-CoV (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome), and SARSCoV ( severe acute respiratory syndrome), which was first reported in Asia in 2003 and became an outbreak, according to the CDC. The World Health Organization

states that symptoms of 2019-nCoV include cough, shortness of breath, fever and a runny nose, with more severe cases leading to pneumonia. Symptoms may manifest two to 14 days after initial exposure; however, the CDC says this period of time is based on the incubation period seen among those infected with MERS. Aside from China, there are 27 countries so far that have confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV, including Singapore, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States. As of Feb. 9, the CDC reports a total of 12 positive cases of 2019-nCoV in the U.S., with 100 cases currently under investigation.

On Jan. 30, the International Health Regulations Emergency Committee of the World Health Organization declared the 2019nCoV outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern” after the first person-to-person transmission of the 2019-nCoV was confirmed in Chicago, Illinois.

STAYING INFORMED: 2019-NCOV AND THE ISLANDS

To date, there are no confirmed cases in Hawai‘i. According to the Hawai‘i Department of Health, as of Feb. 2, the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport has no scheduled flights from China, but still has a quarantine zone where federal authorities will conduct screenings on passengers who have been to

the Hubei area in the past 14 days.

Those who have travelled to other places in China are allowed to continue travelling, advised to self quarantine and will be monitored by “relevant public health jurisdiction.”

According to the DOH’s “2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Frequently Asked Questions” PDF, the CDC believes the immediate risk of 2019-nCoV is low; however, risk level is affected by exposure. Medical staff and those working with individuals with 2019-nCoV are at a higher risk of getting it.

For now, the DOH is closely monitoring the situation in various ways, including working with the CDC and other state public health partners and health facilities to ensure preparation and proper support in the event there is a confirmed case in the islands.

TURNING PARANOIA INTO ACTION

While there are no confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV in the state, the CDC says that more cases are expected to increase. Health officials are learning more about the virus everyday, a fact that may not sit well with the public.

Fear and anxiety are responses one can have when facing something unknown or not fully understood. Feeling frightened of 2019-nCoV, while a natural reaction, speaks to a bigger task: being vigilant in prioritizing prevention and

consuming media critically.

Social media can make anxiety worse, as posts about 2019nCoV may have more speculation than confirmed facts. Worries can be sated by waiting for the DOH and CDC to confirm new information about 2019-nCoV. While keeping an eye on social media can be beneficial, updates from official facilities and government organizations should be considered trusted sources.

If you need to share information about the outbreak, reference these sources before resorting to citing a post on social media. Discussing speculations about the virus will fuel more negative emotions and cause unnecessary worry.

While critical consumption can place one’s mind at ease, actions can be taken to prevent catching 2019-nCoV. The first step is getting the flu shot. This vaccine will not protect you from the coronavirus, but according to the DOH, it has similar symptoms to the flu. Getting the influenza shot will allow individuals and health officials to better discern if 2019-nCoV has been contracted: “Reducing the number of flu cases (by getting the flu shot) not only helps reduce the burden on healthcare providers and facilities; having fewer patients with flu-like symptoms makes it easier to identify those cases that could potentially be 2019-nCoV.”

Moreover, less cases of flu means more protection for the elderly, young children and the immuno-compromised. Flu shots are offered at the University of Hawai‘ i at Mānoa Health Services; walk-ins are accepted.

As detailed on the University of Hawai‘ i Coronavirus Resource Page, the CDC advises people to wash their hands with soap for at least 20 seconds after using the restroom, before eating and expelling bodily fluids, such as blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing, as well as using alcohol-based sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol.

Avoid contact with those who are sick if possible, and avoid touching your face. Wiping down desks and other “frequently touched” objects with cleaning wipes or sprays are also helpful in preventing the spread of respiratory viruses. One can also increase their intake of Vitamin C through Vitamin C capsules or fruits. Those who have possible 2019-nCoV symptoms should be in close contact with their health providers and decide whether testing is necessary.

Fighting back with what we can and do know will transform the battle against 2019-nCoV from a passive to a proactive one. Anxiety is natural in situations like this, but should not dictate our reactions.

Staying informed and taking steps to promote prevention can only be beneficial.

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 Ayu Kaler, played by Iana Weingrad. She played the

wife of the other minister Jelantik Bogol and was in possession of the magical dagger, Pencok Saang.

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 Kyai Paminggir, minister of Dimade,

played by Hunter Kaye.

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The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s Department of Theatre and Dance and College of Arts and Humanities bring The Last King of Bali to Kennedy Theatre this week.

The play is inspired by Pencok Saang, a Balinese chronicle which brings oral tradition to the stage. Set during the reign of the last king of Bali on the islands of Bali and Nusa Penida, we follow the story of how the villainous Dalem Dukut came into possession of the Pencok Saang, the magical dagger. Peaceful village life on the island of Nusa Penida is quickly soured when their power-hungry ruler, Dalem Dukut, wreaks havoc.

The Last King of Bali is a Balinese Wayang Listrik show, with wayang meaning shadow puppet theatre and listrik meaning electric.

The production stays true to this definition, as players breathe life into the puppets and costumes with electrifying energy.

“This show is probably the most exciting show I’ve ever directed,” Kirstin Pauka, director and professor of the Asian theatre program at UHM, said. “It requires an amazing level of teamwork between actors, dancers, puppeteers, special effects people and our guest artists.”

Utilizing shadow puppetry and Balinese musical ensembles called gamelan, every visual and tactile element of the production is put on display making the show appeal to all of the senses.

Pauka and I Madé Moja are co-directing The Last King of Bali along with their large artistic team.

“I really appreciate the

opportunity to share the beauty of what happens on the screen with everybody, but also the knowledge of what’s happening behind the screen,” Kalā Müller, a graduate student studying Western acting through the Department of Theatre and Dance, said.

The production required more than six months of nightly rehearsals for the dancers, puppeteers and actors. However, the musicians have been training for more than a year.

 Front: Christine Jamlig Chang (Jelantik

Bogol) Rear: Hunter Kaye (Kyai Paminggir)

 After Dalem Dukut

wreaked havoc on the village, the villagers were in mourning as they buried their dead.

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THE LAST KING OF BALI LOCATION Kennedy Theatre  Stage decoration

TICKETS Available at Kennedy Theatre Box Office or online at etickethawaii.com GENERAL ADMISSION: $25 SENIORS, MILITARY, UH FACULTY/STAFF: $22 UHAA MEMBERS: $20 STUDENT: $15 UHM STUDENTS: $8

Fight scene with Dalem Dukut, Paminggir went to the other realm to defend the king. 

REMAINING SHOWS February 14 (7:30PM) February 15 (7:30PM) February 16 (2PM)