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20152015
Subjects: Math, Chemistry, & Physics
Contact: Alyssa Calasicas, Tutor Coordinator
Email: alyssa.calasicas@chaminade.edu
The AAP is hiring tutors!
AAP Etiquette Dinner
On April 13th, the AAP upper classman and a few
Alakaʻi mentors were invited to the AAP’s annual
etiquette dinner. Special guest Pam Chambers
facilitated the dinner. The students were able to prac-
tice proper dining etiquette while making “small talk”
with one another.
Princess Ka’iulani, Kumu Kahua Theatre
On April 16th, The AAP staff
took 15 students to enjoy
the “Kaʻiulani” play at the
Kumu Kahua Theatre. The
play was a poetic rendering
of the short life of Hawaiʻi’s
half-Hawaiian, half-Scottish
princess. It portrays the prin-
cess during three different
phases in her life; the play was originally premi-
ered at Kumu Kahua in 1987. Within the short
life of Princess Kaʻiulani is contained the sad,
shameful story of the downfall of the Hawaiʻian
kingdom. Kaʻiulani is a historical-musical-
psychological drama complete with a Greek/
Hawaiian chorus & Hawaiian chanter.
Congratulations to our
Graduating AAP Students!!
A big congratulations to our AAP students
graduating this semester! Your countless
study sessions, all-nighters, and hard work
have paid off. Pat yourselves on the back
because YOU DID IT! More blessings will
be coming your way, you wait and see.
Alvarado, Victoria
Ascino, Julie
Babauta, Francine
Balasbas, Kayla
Cachola, Jourdan
Cho, Jasmine
Chun, Sokha
Crawford, Cassandra
Cristobal, Sean Keoni
Curtius, Hanna
Dela Cruz, Brandy
Dela Vega, Rhea
Dobles, Brianne
Duldulao, Liezl Grace
Flotildes, Christy
Jimenez-Antonio, Daisy
Khamis, Angelina
Kringel, Ashleigh
Lam Ho, Skye
Laumoli, Jarrod
Lizarraga, Elia
Lose, Janelle
Manansala, Sydney
Matulin, Julie-Ann
McCormack, Jamie
O’Mara, Naomi
Palama, Charnelle
Palomaki, Wayne
Pei, Iupelisiliva
Phomsouvanh, Judy
Rickard, Natasha
Rutun, Elizabeth
Sanehisa, Shandi
Santos, Floresa
Sarcilla, Wincielle
Sengkhamvilay, Duran
Thompson, Drakkoir
Turner, Vannessa
Viduya, Priscilla Marie
Younger, Jamie
Five Fantastic Ways to Have a
Productive Summer
With finals around the corner, most college students cannot
wait for summer break – partying with friends, sleeping in,
and just enjoying time away from school. A summer break can
be productive while being able to relax as well. Here are some
ways to make the most out of your college summer break:
1. Land a solid internship.
Having an internship related to your major or career aspira-
tion may separate you from the pack. In some cases, that com-
pany may even offer you a position after graduation.
2. Donate your time to enhance the lives
of others.
Volunteer your time with a charitable organization. You can
gain experience with organizations while developing useful
contacts with individuals who are well-connected in the busi-
ness world.
3. Earn some extra cash.
Search for seasonal job options that can provide a respectable
income for the summer months. You will also gain valuable
work experience.
4. Conduct research now to make your life
better later.
Do research with the financial aid office in hopes that you
might be able to lower the expected amount owed. New
grants, programs, and scholarships are being offered every
year.
5. Take on the project you have been putting
off.
No, not a school project. A personal project. Check out new
hiking trails or start a new hobby. You have been busy the en-
tire school year, it is time to do something for yourself.
Co-Curricular Awards 2015
On April 22, 2015, the AAP recognized
some of its outstanding students for
their hard work during the academic
year. Congratulations to the following
winners:
AAP Study Jams
The AAP keeps on jam’n with our annual
Study Jams! On April 27th through April
30th, the AAP had our end of the semester
Study Jams event. Study Jams is after hours
tutoring in the subjects of Math, Chemistry,
Genetics, English, and Accounting. Students
have the opportunity to receive extra hours
of studying right before finals week while
enjoying coffee and snacks provided by the
AAP.
SILVERSWORDS -
MORE THAN JUST OUR MASCOT
If you are not from Hawaii, chances are, you do not know
what a silversword is. Well, a silversword is more than
just Chaminade University’s mascot. Silverswords are
highly rare plants found only in Hawaii. This plant con-
sists of a rosette of narrow, pointed , silver leaves that
may be up to 40 centimeters. Its name
comes from the shape of its
leaves; these are stiff, narrowly sword-
shaped, and covered with silky, silver
hair. These “crown jewels” were on
the brink of extinction when humans
introduced cattle, sheep, dogs, goats,
and pigs to the island. The silversword
is now protected in Hawaii. On the is-
land of Maui, the silversword is found
within the Haleakalā National Park,
which was designated as an Interna-
tional Biosphere Reserve in 1980. Now
that you know what silverswords are, you can share what
our school mascot represents with others.
AAP Tutor of the Year:
Ashley Malek
AAP Alaka`i Mentor(s) of the Year:
Faith Leasiolagi & Sharmaine Doles
AAP Student of the Year:
Mata`uitafa Faiai
Student Employee of the Year:
Chastity Nakamura
Also a winner at the Co-Curricular Awards (2015) was our
“Chas,” for her incredible work in the AAP office. Thanks Chas!