A discussion of global affairs with Dr. Carlos Juarez, Professor of Political Science Emeritus at Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) and now a Professor of International Relations at the Universidad de las Americas Puebla (UDLAP) in Mexico. He will share remarks about about his recent experience as visiting Fulbright Professor in India, a colorful land of […]
Inter collegiate Baseball Tournament
In this episode of Hibachi Talk Gordon and Rix are joined by Sam Moku to talk about Hawaii Pacific University athletics. The host for this episode is Gordon Bruce. The guests for this episode are Sam Moku and Rix Maurer. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday […]
College to Career Challenge: Finding the Resources for Success (Education Matters)
How HPU’s Career Development Center supports students and alumni in transition With a rapidly changing global workplace, how can college graduates be prepared to transition successfully? HPU’s director of Career Development, Mike Van Lear, shares some of the resources available to meet those challenges; career advising, resume and cover letter review, mock interviews, internships, and […]
HPU’s Dual Credit Program: College Credit While in High School (Education Matters)
Getting college credit early saves time and money. Hawaii Pacific University has developed dual credit courses for high school students on the Big Island and Oahu. Honoka`a High School students on the Big Island had the opportunity this past school year to get college credit for two courses. HPU’s Robert Wilson used video conferencing tools […]
Going Big At The Esports (Think Tech Tech Talks)
In this episode of ThinkTech Tech Talks, Jay Fidell is joined by Cody Down, and others to share new developments and a closer look at the HPU eSports Arena. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guests for this episode are Cody Down, Dominique E. Bushong and Reed Pasatiempo. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live […]
Mystery of the Er Hu Chinese Violin
Our guest will explain some of the key features of Chinese music as compared to Western music. We will then talk about the special characteristics of the Er-Hu. Finally, we will be treated to Dr. Hung’s playing of the instrument. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday […]
Thai Military: Coup-maker or Peace-maker?
Coup-maker, peace-maker, democracy-maker, and the great stabilizer. Important ally militarily? Corruption? Where does Thailand stack up as a participant in humanitarian assistance, emergency relief capability, international peace-keeping, etc. Reforms needed? Likely role in resolving the current crisis? Asia scholar James Corcoran joins Pacific Forum, CSIS’s Kerry Gershaneck (recently returning from Thailand and headed back shortly) […]
Current Developments in Europe and India
Host Carlos Juarez speaks with Dr. Patrick Bratton (Hawaii Pacific about the latest developments in India. In the final segment, Dr. Bratton interviews Carlos about his perspective on the latest developments in Europe. The host for this episode was Carlos Juarez. The host for this episode was Carlos Juarez. The host for this episode was […]
Danish Students in Hawaii – Mie Frost and Nicolai Jeppesen
Join “Global Connections” host Carlos Juarez as he interviews two participants to HPU’s Danish Study Center Pacific Crossroads Program: Mie Frost and Nicolai Jeppesen. The study program brings groups of young Scandinavians to HPU for short-term specialized workshops on Hawaii & the Pacific and on Culture & Language Awareness. The host for this episode was […]
Chinese-African Cooperation in Peace and Security
Dr. Grace Cheng’s specialization is in comparative politics, with a focus on Asia. Her interests are in comparative perspectives on human rights, peace, and security, as well as the study of conflict and post-conflict transitions. In this episode, Dr. Cheng shares her research on ‘Chinese-African Cooperation in Peace and Security’ with your host, Dr. Bratton […]