What’s up this week @Mānoa – October 31, 2022

Halloween pumpkin with nightime Diamond Head and stormy sky in the background

Important Dates

  • October 31 by 4:00 p.m. (HST): Deadline to drop a course with a “W” grade
  • November 1: Deadline to apply for Credit by Examination
  • November 4: Theses and Dissertations due to Graduate Division
  • Until November 8: U.S. CITIZENS REGISTER TO VOTE
  • November 14: Registration for Spring 2023 begins
  • Until December 1: Fall 2022 Commencement online registration

Mānoa Opportunities

Spring 2023 Mānoa Political Internships

The Mānoa Political Internship program (MPIN) offers prestigious federal and state government internships with achievement scholarships to UH Mānoa undergraduate students of all majors. For Spring 2023, full-time internships are available with the offices of Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation in Washington, D.C., the offices of the Hawaiʻi Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Honolulu Prosecutor and Public Defender. Part-time internships are also available with the local offices of Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation. Eligibility: Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; minimum junior standing for full-time and sophomore standing for part-time internships. Application: To be submitted through the UH STAR Scholarship System. See the Spring 2023 flyer and the MPIN website for instructions. Contact: mpin@hawaii.edu. Application deadline is October 31st, 2022

IBUILD Graduate Research Fellowship

The goal of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Innovation in Buildings (IBUILD) Graduate Research Fellowship Program is to strengthen the pool of well-trained, diverse graduate student scholars who are equipped for research-intensive careers in fields supporting the larger mission of building energy efficiency. IBUILD Fellows receive a $35,000 stipend, tuition support, and funding for health insurance, travel, and materials and supplies to conduct research at their home institution demonstrating relevance to building energy efficiency. Application deadline is December 2, 2023.

Founder Region Fellowship for Doctoral Women

Soroptimist International’s Founder Region Fellowship aims to advance the status of women through financial support to doctoral candidates. Since 1948, Soroptimist has awarded over $1.5 million to 350 women. Recipients have the potential to become leaders in their fields where women are often under-represented. Awardees’ disciplines may also seek to improve the status of women, girls, or society. International students may apply. Deadline is January 10, 2023. Register for a virtual info session on November 21, 2022 at 4:00 pm HST or November 30, 2022, at 1:00 pm HST

Recruiting Student Participants for Economic Experiments

Researchers study economic decision-making in a computer lab on campus or online. Earn money just for showing up on time, then earn more based on your decisions during the experiment! Participants make individual or group choices, which determine their payoffs. These experiments are fun and educational, and no prior knowledge of economics is required! Duration: 1 to 3 hours. All experiments have been approved by the Human Studies Program. To participate, register at: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/econexp/. When you register, you will be automatically notified of upcoming experimental sessions and can reserve space in these sessions. For more information, see this UH News story. Additional questions? Email econexp@hawaii.edu.

Have you got what it takes to be a Media Leader?

The Student Media Board (SMB), is recruiting for leadership positions in UH Productions and Ka Leo for the 2022-2023 academic year. Applicants must be available for a minimum of two (2) hours per day and a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week and must be able to demonstrate leadership with program-related content and function. SMB also has openings on its board for student members. All students who are interested are encouraged to apply. Email uhsmb@hawaii.edu if you have any questions.

UROP Opportunities

Presentation Funding for Undergraduate Students ($2000–$5000)

UROP coordinates and promotes research and creative work opportunities for UHM undergraduate students in all disciplines. UROP invites students who are conducting or have conducted faculty-mentored research or creative work to submit a proposal for Presentation Funding, which provides funds to present their project or perform at a local, national, or international conference/event, in-person or virtually. UROP strongly encourages interested students to apply three months prior to the event. Register to attend information sessions! Learn about other opportunities offered by UROP!

News

Resources

Visit the Student Success website for a complete list of resources available to support wellness and academic needs including mental health services, academic advising, tutoring, veteran services, campus employment, career planning and more.

Events

Campus Center and Student Life

Arts and Culture

  • Book Launch: Nobody is Protected
    Thursday, November 3 • 12:00pm–1:00pm • Saunders Hall 443
  • Theatrical Improv Techniques Workshop with R. Kevin Doyle
    Sunday, November 6 • 2:30pm–5:30pm • Dance Studio Building

Academic

Community

Athletics

  • Women’s Golf
    • Pac-12 Preview
      Monday, October 31 – Wednesday, November 2 • Nanea Golf Club
  • Women’s Basketball
    • vs HPU
      Tuesday, November 1 • 7:00pm • Stan Sheriff Center
  • Women’s Volleyball
    • vs Long Beach State
      Friday, November 4 • 7:00pm • Stan Sheriff Center
    • vs Cal State Fullerton
      Saturday, November 5 • 7:00pm • Stan Sheriff Center
  • Men’s Tennis
    • UH-HPU Invitational – Part 2
      Saturday, November 5 & Sunday, November 6 • UH Tennis Complex
  • Women’s Swimming
    • Intrasquad Meet
      Saturday, November 5 • 1:00pm • Duke Kahanamoku Aquatic Complex
  • Men’s Swimming
    • Intrasquad Meet
      Saturday, November 5 • 1:00pm • Duke Kahanamoku Aquatic Complex

Mānoa Opportunities

IBUILD Graduate Research Fellowship

The goal of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Innovation in Buildings (IBUILD) Graduate Research Fellowship Program is to strengthen the pool of well-trained, diverse graduate student scholars who are equipped for research-intensive careers in fields supporting the larger mission of building energy efficiency. IBUILD Fellows receive a $35,000 stipend, tuition support, and funding for health insurance, travel, and materials and supplies to conduct research at their home institution demonstrating relevance to building energy efficiency. Application deadline is December 2, 2023.

Founder Region Fellowship for Doctoral Women

Soroptimist International’s Founder Region Fellowship aims to advance the status of women through financial support to doctoral candidates. Since 1948, Soroptimist has awarded over $1.5 million to 350 women. Recipients have the potential to become leaders in their fields where women are often under-represented. Awardees’ disciplines may also seek to improve the status of women, girls, or society. International students may apply. Deadline is January 10, 2023. Register for a virtual info session on November 21, 2022 at 4:00 pm HST or November 30, 2022, at 1:00 pm HST

Recruiting Student Participants for Economic Experiments

Researchers study economic decision-making in a computer lab on campus or online. Earn money just for showing up on time, then earn more based on your decisions during the experiment! Participants make individual or group choices, which determine their payoffs. These experiments are fun and educational, and no prior knowledge of economics is required! Duration: 1 to 3 hours. All experiments have been approved by the Human Studies Program. To participate, register at: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/econexp/. When you register, you will be automatically notified of upcoming experimental sessions and can reserve space in these sessions. For more information, see this UH News story. Additional questions? Email econexp@hawaii.edu.

Have you got what it takes to be a Media Leader?

The Student Media Board (SMB), is recruiting for leadership positions in UH Productions and Ka Leo for the 2022-2023 academic year. Applicants must be available for a minimum of two (2) hours per day and a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week and must be able to demonstrate leadership with program-related content and function. SMB also has openings on its board for student members. All students who are interested are encouraged to apply. Email uhsmb@hawaii.edu if you have any questions.

UROP Opportunities

Presentation Funding for Undergraduate Students ($2000–$5000)

UROP coordinates and promotes research and creative work opportunities for UHM undergraduate students in all disciplines. UROP invites students who are conducting or have conducted faculty-mentored research or creative work to submit a proposal for Presentation Funding, which provides funds to present their project or perform at a local, national, or international conference/event, in-person or virtually. UROP strongly encourages interested students to apply three months prior to the event. Register to attend information sessions! Learn about other opportunities offered by UROP!

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