Putting the "Hawai'i" Back in BYU Hawai'i

History was made on Friday, Nov. 30, as the Hawaiian Club unveiled its first-ever "Aloha Friday" show at the Aloha Center. The informal show, which was originally meant to showcase the chants and dances learned throughout the semester, did more than just that: it sent a clear message to our BYUH and Lā'ie Communities that we're not just a Club that's active for SongFest or Culture Night--we're a Club that's been active every step of the way.

The audience, comprised of students, teachers, and community members, were treated to the musical stylings of one of our Hawaiian Club Trios, Mark "Uluhani" Serrao on lead vocals/guitar, Kūlani Watson on rhythm 'ukulele, and Kaipo Akana on bass. Emceeing the Show was Hawaiian Club President Jacob Nihipali, and performing were Corbin Rivera, Koji Okuzumi, Kale Kau'i, Kāwika Kau'i, Leas Moreang, Kana Takeuchi, Violet Fonoimoana, Christina Jeffery, and Jasmine Canlas.

"What you see before you today is a very small part of the 100 plus members who make up our Hawaiian Club 'Ohana this semester," noted Jacob Nihipali at the start of the performance. "These are dedicated students who voluntarily come out every Tuesday and Thursday evenings to our Workshops."

The show opened up with our Hawaiian Club oli (chant), after which dancers did a hula ka'i, or entrance hula, entitled "Hiki Mai." The kāne and wāhine then performed "Kāwika," and the men ended the kahiko portion impressively with "E Ola Ka Honua." Opening the hula 'auana, or modern, section of dances was Kale Kau'i with "Ka Uluwehi O Ke Kai," after which the kāne and wāhine came back on stage to do "Noho Paipai," a couples' hula which the crowd loved. President Nihipali then invited members of the Hawaiian Club who were in the audience to join us in singing "He Hawai'i Au," and Uncle Bill Wallace, Director of BYUH Hawaiian Studies, joined us on stage and added his voice of harmony as we all sang with "one voice, one mana."

It was yet another milestone for our Club, and as we prepare for next year's events, we hope you will be able to join us for what promises to be an even better semester! Perhaps our Club Photographer, Jill Bleazard, said it best of Friday's performance: "Right on, everyone! You guys are awesome, seriously! You're definitely putting the Hawai'i back in BYU Hawai'i!"

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas

The Hawaiian Club was the first to decorate their Christmas Trees this year with the help of our 'Ohana last week during our Christmas Ornament Decorating Workshop. Mahalo to all who came and helped! The ornaments look great!

Mahalo to all who helped with our ornament decorating last week Tuesday. What a relaxing time it was making mini ipu heke, glass sand ornaments, paper hula dancers, kapa garlands, and rafia ribbons. A special mahalo to the creative trio of Naomi Nihipali, President Jacob Nihipali, and Violet Fonoimoana for hosting this activity.

And, of course, in true Hawaiian Club fashion, we are proud to say that we are the FIRST Club to have our Christmas trees decorated and on display in the Aloha Center "Winter Wonderland!" Much mahalo to Santa's Menehune who diligently worked into the wee hours of the morning so that our 'Ohana can enjoy our very own Christmas trees. Mele Kalikimaka!

A Message From Your President

H.C. Volunteers at the President's Inauguration Dinner, Monday, Nov. 5, 2007.

Aloha Everyone,

I just wanted to thank each of you who either participated in songfest or cheered for us in the stands. It was an awesome experience to see so many of you join us Friday night. The last line of our club chant, "Eō i ka leo pūpūkahi ē", felt as if it came to life that night. I really appreciate your support. It was also nice to see all of us sitting together as a big 'ohana. I also need to thank all of you who gave effortlessly to serve this past week. Rochelle and the rest of the Catering Crew really appreciated the help. They responded by saying they have not had such an awesome crew come through like that before. Also a special thanks to Shaun Yuen and Ian Nitta for creating the shirt design and Tati Pane'e, Jaime Haiola, Bubs Nihipali and Tina Malupo for making songfest a blast. Thank you for representing the Hawaiian Club well. As we continue with the semester here are some things that Kale and I are working towards:

1. Tuesday, November 13th, 2007 - 9:00pm, in McKay 175 - Hawaiian Style Christmas Decorations, to go on our tree at the Aloha Center.

2. Thursday, November 15th, 2007 - 9:00pm, in McKay 175 - The second half of Lomi Massage.

3. November 20th, 2007 - 9:00 pm, in McKay 175 - Continued Hula and Hawaiian Language Workshops.

Tentatively:

Watching the Eddie would Go Surf Contest

Going to see City Hall Christmas Lights

Hawaiian Remedies Workshop
Surfing Display in the Library

Feild Trips during Winter Break (We would like to know who will be here and where everyone would like to go. Please give your input now.)

Performing Hula at the Winter Semester Orientation
Future Gospel Forums

Culture Night

Building our Board of Directors - (We are in the process of building a Board of Directors. These will be community, faculty and staff, and other significant role models in the Hawaiian Community who can provide resources as a strength to our club. They will provide avenues of service and other learning opportunities. If you would like to recommend anyone to be on the Board please let me know. They may also contact Luana Solomon, who I have selected as the Chairperson).

A note on the t-shirts:
From here on out, those who have not paid for their pre-order by now, have until November 20th to pay for their order. They will now be handled with a first come first serve basis. All other shirts will now be sold for $15 each. Kale and I have decided this as we want club members to exclusively wear the shirt. All others who want to wear our shirt will have to seriously think if they want to make the investment in our club.

I will be more than happy to address any concerns you may have and answer any questions. Mahalo Nui Loa for all of your support and sacrifice to build the Hawaiian Club.

Aloha,

Jacob Nihipali

Hawaiian Club President Fall 2007

SONGFEST JAM 2007...EŌ I KA LEO PŪPŪKAHI Ē!!!

Well, gang, what can we say but EŌ I KA LEO PŪPŪKAHI Ē!!

To all who performed and supported us from the stands, WE LOVE YOU TO PIECES!

Yet you had to have been on the risers to truly feel "One Voice, One Mana." This SongFest Jam was definitely the best yet!

Check our SOLID performance!

Hawaiian Club Is Pumped for SongFest Jam 2007!

Come support your Hawaiian Club 'Ohana at SongFest Jam 2007!!

We're FIRST, so come early...Tomorrow night (FRIDAY)
9 pm @ the CAC

Participants: Please meet us at the CAC at 8:30 pm. If you need to come late, please arrive by 8:45 at the latest.

Don't forget to pay for your Hawaiian Club shirt tonight (Thurs.), 10 pm @ the CAC steps (across of the ACB).

Mahalo for your support!
The Hawaiian Club Presidency

Order Your Hawaiian Club Shirt Online TODAY

BYUH Hawaiian Club's Graphic Design Team under the artistic guidance of Shaun Yuen and Ian Nitta have added the final touches to this semester's t-shirt.

We have ordered a limited supply, so make sure you secure your online order NOW by clicking here. You will be notified via email when our shirts come in next week, and only cash payments will be accepted at that time. ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT: if you come to our SongFest practices (see dates & times on the sidebar) and participate with us SongFest night, you receive a significant discount on your purchase (see below).

PRICES
Note: Participants = those who will be performing with us at SongFest this year.

Just the shirt - $7
Non-participating Hawaiian Club (H.C.) Member - $5
Participating Non-H.C. member - $5
Participating H.C. Member - $3

We are proud to say that this is possibly the cheapest Club t-shirt around with the nicest design concept! Treat yourself with a participant's discount by joining us THURSDAY evening (Nov. 1) 9 PM at the CAC Steps to take part in our SongFest Performance. It's not too late, and even if you're NOT a paid Hawaiian Club Member, you still receive a $2 discount ($5) when you join our SongFest performance. We hope you'll join us!

From our Hawaiian Club 'Ohana to yours, mahalo a nui loa for your support and aloha!

-BYUH Hawaiian Club Presidency
Jacob Nihipali, President
Kale Kau'i, Vice-President

"Eō i ka leo pūpūkahi - One Voice, One Mana"

Lyrics to Hawaiian Club Mele (Songs) and Hula (Dances)

Here are helpful links to our growing Hawaiian repertoire of mele and hula. Simply click on the word to get to the link.

Oli (Chant) - Hui Hawai'i O Lā'ie (located on the sidebar)
Hiki Mai
He Hawai'i Au
Kāwika
Noho Paipai