Hawaiian Language Vocab List & Sentence Formula Review Available Soon

We anonymously received this comment on Weds., Oct. 10:

"I really enjoy Hawaiian Language Classes, it helps me get in touch with my Hawaiianness. I was wondering if there's a vocabulary list we can study, so that I can know more words. You know, vocabulary is more than 50% of your language skills."

Good point. I will make sure to create a Vocabulary list which includes the basic sentence patterns we've learned (thus far) by this weekend. Simply email me at kalekaui@byuh.edu if you wish to receive this attachment in your inbox.

In the mean time, feel free to use the online Hawaiian Dictionary for all of your vocabulary needs.

E ola mau ka 'ōlelo Hawai'i . . . long live the Hawaiian language!

Aloha, Kale

Hawaiian Workshops Cultivate "Harmony Amidst Diversity"

With over 71 countries represented here at BYUH, it's only fitting that our school's mission is to establish "harmony amidst diversity." Needless to say, our Hawaiian Workshops represent our school's mission well. With a worldwide Hawaiian Club membership spanning from Japan, China, Mongolia, Russia, Canada, Egypt (yes, Egypt!), Tahiti, Hawai`i, throughout various states of the Mainland ranging from Wisconsin to Kentucky to Missouri to California (just to name a few), as well as from the Philippines, New Zealand, Sāmoa, Tonga, and other areas, "harmony amidst diversity" is a very real thing for our 'ohana.

For those who couldn't join us Tuesday night, what can I say? You missed out on some good times! In our Hawaiian Language Workshop we learned 4 new sentence patterns: generic verb-tense, past-tense, positive descriptive, and negative descriptive sentences. And, in our ever-growing Hula Workshop now reaching over 30 people, we learned 2 verses of Noho Paipai which is a kolohe (rascal) hula that the kāne (men) and wāhine (women) enjoy dancing together. We were even treated to the vocal stylings of our Hawaiian Club Musicians (pictured at right)--Mark Serrao, Kulani Watson, Josh Makaiwi, and Randell Kim. Yep, all in one night. It had to have been one of the best nights our 'Ohana has had yet!

Just yesterday, as I was getting a quick bite to eat at the Seasider, I was again reminded of the power of aloha. Sitting next to me was one of our 'ohana members from the Hawaiian Club. As we ate our lunch together, she turned to me and said, "You know, I've tried to participate in the Hawaiian Club before, but I never felt welcomed. Now, I really feel comfortable and love coming to the Workshops and meeting so many nice people and new friends."

We just want you to know that we love, respect, and admire each one of you and are so glad you feel at home with our Hawaiian Club family. Just last night, three more people signed up to be a part of our 'Ohana, all because of the aloha they felt from each of you at the Workshops. Let's continue to live aloha and love our members. Have an aloha-ful day, and we'll see you this Thursday at 9 in McKay 175!

Hawaiian Club Will Bring A New Twist to FoodFest This Year

FoodFest is right around the corner, and you know the Hawaiian Club's gonna represent! A few weeks ago, we submitted our tentative menu of kālua pig, lomi salmon, chicken long rice, white rice, laulau, squid lū'au, haupia, chocolate/white cake, canned fruit drinks, bottled water, cookies, and other baked goods to the BYUHSA.

For those unfamiliar with this BYUH tradition, FoodFest is a time when all of the Clubs come together (usually in the Little Circle) and sell their cultural foods. This Semester, FoodFest will be on Saturday, October 20th from 5-9 pm, and we're asking all of our 'Ohana to join us and to kōkua (help).

As with virtually everything we do as a Hawaiian Club 'ohana, we like to be original and innovative. Thanks to our creative genius, President Jacob Nihipali, we are working closely with the VP of BYUHSA Clubs to host our first-ever Haupia Eating Contest at FoodFest! Participants will come to the center stage and show off their Haupia Eating skills. (For those who don't know what haupia is, just look at the above picture...careful, don't drool now). But, of course, that's not all. We are also working with the President of Hikinō (the local clothing line soon to hit the BYUH Bookstore) for free gear to give out to our top 3 contestants! We're hoping he'll say, "Hikinō--can do!"

Again, mark your calendars for Saturday, October 20th from 5-9 pm. This will be a FoodFest you won't want to miss out on. 'Ono Hawaiian food and possibly free Hikinō gear? It doesn't get any better than this at FoodFest. Auwraiii!

Hawaiian Language & Hula, Tuesday, 9 pm McKay 175

Please join us - Tuesday, October 9th

McKay 175
9 pm - Hawaiian Language
10 pm - Hula (guys & girls)
Please join us for our last full evening of Cultural Workshops before we start SongFest practices this Thursday @ 9 pm in McKay 175.

SongFest Practices will be every Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-10 pm in McKay 175. Thereafter, from 10-11 pm, we'll have Hawaiian Language, Hula, or possibly another activity.

Questions? Want to become a member?
Email us at byuhhawaiianclub@gmail.com

See you there!

We're Glad You're A Part of Our Growing 'Ohana

Our Hawaiian Club 'ohana is growing each day. It's such an awesome thing to see our inbox filled with messages such as these:

-- "Aloha, I came to the hawaiian club last night and really enjoyed it. I would like to join and ask for the information that i need to do it. Y'all are awesome!"
-- "Aloha! My name's ______ and, if it's still possible, I'd like to join the Hawaiian Club."
-- "Aloha! My name is ______ and I was wondering if its not too late to join the hawaii club?"

Why such an overwhelming response to be a part of our 'Ohana? Well, it's no secret. We live aloha, and we love our members. People notice, and they want to be a part of the family. They truly do. Here's a little story which reflects that:

Last Thursday at our Hawaiian Music workshop, a Japanese student walked past McKay 175 and seemed captivated by the 'ukulele and singing which filled the room. Our Hawaiian Club was learning "He Hawai'i Au," one of the songs we'll be singing at SongFest on Nov. 9th. Noticing her interest, we invited this Japanese student into our workshop where she was so touched by the music and the Aloha Spirit that she, too, wants to join!

It is truly amazing what "aloha" can do, and we would like to mahalo all of you who take time out of your busy schedules to be a valued part of our weekly workshops. Without your attendance and support, our 'ohana would be pau hana! (haha)

For those who haven't completed our short online survey yet, will you please do so now? This helps to ensure that your voice is heard in our 'ohana.

Whether we're singing Hawaiian mele (songs), jamming on the 'uke and guitar, dancing hula (to Hiki Mai or, perhaps, Noho Paipai), learning Hawaiian, getting a lomilomi massage, or just "talking story" and having a good time, we hope you can be a part of these memories. On behalf of the Hawaiian Club Presidency, we're glad you're a part of our growing 'ohana!

Aloha,

Kale, Vice-President
BYUH Hawaiian Club - Fall 2007