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Interview with Prof. Kim Compoc (History)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, explores Professor Compoc’s research on U.S. imperialism, Filipino American identity, and military ethics. She reflects on her 2016 Amerasia Journal interview with Major General Antonio Taguba, a high-ranking Filipino American officer known for his report on the Abu Ghraib prison abuses. Professor Compoc discusses the complexities of interviewing a military figure while maintaining an anti-imperialist scholarly stance, her own family’s military background, and the intersection of Hawaiian and Filipino experiences in the context of U.S. occupation. The conversation also delves into the ethics of military service, the impact of propaganda on Filipino American identity, and the challenges of discussing decolonization and demilitarization in academic and public discourse
Interview with Prof. Uluwehi Hopkins (History)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Uluwehi Hopkins, a historian specializing in Hawaiian history prior to the 1900s. Professor Hopkins discusses her research on mō‘olelo as resistance, with a particular focus on the kaʻao of Kahalaopuna, a story that evolved in response to colonization. She explores the impact of language, place names, and storytelling on Hawaiian identity, highlighting how foreign influences shaped perceptions of Hawaiian history. The conversation also delves into the significance of aloha ‘āina as both a political and cultural value, the role of colonial institutions in altering gender narratives, and the ways in which knowledge is preserved and reclaimed
Interview with Prof. Kaua Neumann (Hawaiian Language)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Kaua Neumann, a Hawaiian language instructor. Professor Neumann discusses his journey in Hawaiian language revitalization, the role of mele in cultural education, and the challenges of raising children in an ʻōlelo Hawai‘i household. He shares insights on the importance of embedding language in daily life and traditional practices, the difficulties of shifting from English to Hawaiian within families, and the broader goal of keeping Hawaiian a living language rather than a written relic. The discussion also touches on the significance of place names in mō‘olelo, language-learning strategies, and opportunities for students to engage in Hawaiian cultural work through internships and community projects
Interview with Prof. Jon Magnussen (Music)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Jon Magnussen, a composer and professor of music. Professor Magnussen discusses his journey from Sierra Leone to Hawai‘i, his compositional influences, and the role of Hawaiian culture in his work. He provides insights into his major projects, including Pākaʻa Lanakila, which explore storytelling through music and Hawaiian-language performance. The conversation also delves into the challenges of translating music into Hawaiian, the importance of collaboration with cultural experts, and the evolving role of music in education and sustainability
Interview with Prof. Jayson Chun (History)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Jayson Chun, a historian specializing in East Asian media, Japanese and Korean popular culture, and modern Asian-American history. Professor Chun discusses the concept of "Pop Pacific," a framework for understanding how Hawaiian, Japanese, and Korean popular cultures interact in a transnational context. He explores themes of cultural hybridity, historical influences of U.S. military presence in Asia, the impact of globalization on cultural identity, and the future of indigenous cultural representation in media
Interview with Prof. Carmen Nolte-Odhiambo (English)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Carmen Nolte-Odhiambo, a scholar of English literature with a focus on feminist and queer studies, childhood studies, and literary representations of animals. Professor Nolte-Odhiambo discusses her academic journey from Germany to Hawai‘i, her research on literature’s role in shaping cultural perspectives, and her exploration of aloha ‘āina in her teaching. She also shares insights into how childhood and animal studies intersect, her approach to fairy tales and adaptations, and the importance of diverse literary voices in Hawaiian and Pacific contexts
Interview with Prof. Nandi Odhiambo (English)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Nandi Odhiambo, a novelist and professor in the Humanities Division. The discussion explores Professor Odhiambo’s literary influences, his approach to writing, and his forthcoming novel, Amapiano Eyes, set for release in Spring 2026. He reflects on the impact of James Baldwin on his writing, the significance of African and Hawaiian cultural identity, and the role of storytelling in addressing historical injustices. The interview also covers his thoughts on book bans, African American and Hawaiian struggles for equality, and the importance of mentorship for students
Interview with Prof. Kaliko Correa (Hawaiian Studies)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Mary-Lindsey Kalikolani Correa, Assistant Professor of Hawaiian and Pacific Studies. Professor Correa discusses her academic background, research, and the themes of aloha āʻina, Hawaiian political discourse, and cultural identity. She reflects on her dissertation, the origins and significance of her Aloha ʻĀina course, and her work in traditional Hawaiian learning spaces. The conversation covers personal connections to place, the protection of Mauna Kea, and the interdisciplinary nature of Hawaiian Studies
Interview with Prof. Lisa Rosenlee (Philosophy)
No full textThis interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Lisa Rosenlee, a philosopher specializing in Confucianism, feminist philosophy, and cross-cultural ethics. Professor Rosenlee discusses her academic journey from Taiwan to Hawai‘i, her research on Confucianism as a social-political philosophy rather than a religion, and her work on Confucian feminism. She highlights the importance of relational ethics, Confucianism’s intersections with Hawaiian traditions, and the impact of Western misconceptions about Confucian philosophy and gender roles. The discussion also covers her advocacy for expanding philosophy beyond a Western-centric framework and her guidance for students pursuing research and practicum projects
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