2006 HAPPY NEW YEAR !
Spring 2006
S S S P Newletter
The PIPELINE
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAM - UH HILO
Student Support Services Program -SSB Rm 211
After a brief absence the Student Support
Services Program (SSSP) Newsletter has
returned to print this Spring. This newsletter is one of many ways that the staff
would like to continue to have an open
dialogue with SSSP participants.
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There is a wealth of services that we can
provide and at the heart of our services
lies the desire to help students reach their
goal of graduating with their bachelor’s
degree. This partnership between our students and our staff is essential in providing services. Students’ voices must be
heard and your presence felt in the office. We cannot do it without you! We
would like to know how we can help,
whether it is improving the “nuts and
bolts” of academic life, such as studying skills, time-management, writing,
test-taking, tutoring and seeking financial aid or just to talk about the personal side of life that greatly impacts
students on a daily basis, such as one’s
habits, motivation, family and friends.
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Our newsletters will also showcase
more of our UH Hilo SSSP participants
and tutors. It is our hope that their stories...their voices will be heard by you
and inspire you to persevere in your
journey to your tomorrow.
“Holomua i kau ‘imi na`auao”
Go forward in your quest for knowledge
Did you know that students in TRIO’s Student Support Services programs
are more than twice as likely to remain in college?
SSSP MISSION
WIN A USB PEN DRIVE !
Help us refresh our program name! Enter our
Name the Office Contest! Our program has been
known as SSSP since its inception nearly 18 years
ago. As a federally-funded TRIO program we
would like our name to reflect the mission and
services we offer. We will still maintain and continue to use SSSP, but it will be used as a sub
name, as an example:
Hale Na`auao *
Student Support Services Program
Pick up entry forms at SSSP, SSB - room #211.
* “Hale Na`auao” means House of Knowledge or
Enlightenment.
Name the Office Contest Details
The mission of the Student Support Services
Program is to increase the retention and
graduation of students who come from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds so
that they may fully participate in their community’s economic and social life. (SSSP is a
federally funded TRIO program.)
*****
KNOW YOUR BANNER #? Three lucky
UHH SSSP student ID numbers are hidden
in this issue. Winners claim your printcard at
the SSSP office by April 15, 2006. (14715234)
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NSE : National Student Exchange Program
- Entrant must be current Spring 2006 UH Hilo
SSSP participant.
- Program name can be in the English or Hawaiian language.
- Enter as often as you like, one program name
per entry form please.
- Submit entries to the SSSP office—SSB, room
#211. Call 974-7616 for more info.
Deadline: April 20th, 2006, 4:30 pm
Sarah Tanuvasa
Wellington, New Zealand
UHH Study Abroad Program
Each semester SSSP
students participate in
the NSE and Study
Abroad Programs.
UHH NSE deadline is
February 14, 2006.
Stop by SSB - Rm 203
for an application or
call 974-7389 for information.
FINANCIAL AID
FAFSA ON THE WEB
www.fafsa.ed.gov/
It’s college financial aid renewal time! Whether you’re a first
time applicant using the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) or current recipient of financial aid, it is important that you complete the 2006-2007 FAFSA. To be considered for financial aid, you must complete the FAFSA. Most
students (and their parents, if they are a dependent) complete
the FAFSA on the Web. If you are a dependent and you or
your parent(s) DO NOT HAVE a U.S. Social Security
number you may want to complete the paper FAFSA.
Contact the UH Hilo Financial Aid Office for more information at 974-7323 or 974-7324.
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To sign your FAFSA electronically, you (and your parent, if
you are a dependent student) need a U.S. Department of Education PIN. If you don’t have one, apply now at
www.pin.ed.gov ”If you are providing parent information,
one parent must sign your FAFSA.”( Your FAFSA will be
processed faster if you sign using a PIN than if you mail in a
COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY
FAFSA RENEWAL
If you filled out the complete FAFSA previously, you may qualify
for a Renewal FAFSA, a shorter version of the regular FAFSA
form. Ask at the Financial Aid office or call 1—800– 4—FED—
AID to find out if you qualify.
FAFSA WEB TIPS
Fill out a sample FAFSA worksheet.
Save your FAFSA online if you can’t finish it in one session.
Click the “Save” button after each step. This will save it for 45 days.
Fill out the FAFSA each year you’re in college. Changes can
affect your aid.
Review all data on the FAFSA every year.
(FAFSA information excerpts taken from UHH FAFSA on the WEB
2006—2007 handout.)
UHH Financial Aid Early Priority Deadline
MARCH 1, 2006
Free Assistance in Completing the FAFSA
Free Assistance to students and their families in completing
the FAFSA:
COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Starts promptly at 1:00 pm
EAST Hawaii: UH Hilo
Campus Center Cafeteria
WEST Hawaii: Kealakehe High School Library
WHAT TO BRING
Bring your 2005 IRS Tax Return (and your parent’s return if you
are under age 23) plus your W-2 Form or other 2005 income and
benefits information. Your 2005 Tax Return does not have to be
complete.
Search the Web! Financial Aid Links
UH Hilo Financial Aid
www.uhh.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/FNA/
UH Hilo 2006—2007 Scholarship Opportunities
www.uhh.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/FNA/ScholarshipOpportunities2006-2007.php
FastWeb.com
www.fastweb.monster.com
Hawai`i Community Foundation (Check state residency requirements)
www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
www.hsf.net/
signature page. You can pickup up a FAFSA worksheet at
SSSP or UHH Financial Aid offices or download it at:
www.fafsa.ed.gov/
STUDENT STATUS
To determine your Federal Student Aid status answer the following 7 questions. You must provide parent information if you
answer NO to ALL of the following questions. If you answer
YES to ANY of the questions, you do NOT have to provide
parent information. (See UHH Fin Aid Office for clarification)
- Were you born before January 1, 1983?
- At the beginning of the 2006-2007 school year, will you be
working on a master’s or doctorate program?
- As of today, are you married? (Answer “Yes” if you are separated or divorced.)
- Do you have children who receive more than half of their support from you?
- Do you have dependents other than your children/spouse who
live with you and who receive more than half of their support
from you, now and through June 30, 2007?
- Are (a) both your parents deceased, OR (b) are you (or were
you until age 18) a ward/dependent of the court?
-Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? (see FAFSA)
Kamehameha Schools Post High Scholarship
www.ksbe.edu
Student Gateway to the U. S. Government
www.students.gov
SEED (Student Equity, Excellence and Diversity)
www.hawaii.edu/diversity/
SSSP Website-Assistance with Obtaining Financial Aid
www.uhh.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/sssp/assistanceAid.php
USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships
www.usafunds.org
Application Deadlines may vary, check each website for dates.
What’s In a Name ? Win a Free USB Pen Drive!
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See front page for details (15550166)
S S S P N E WL E T T E R
SSSP Tutors—Here for Your Academic Success
CHENTY BONIFACIO
Aspiring towards a career in Management and
Tourism, Chenty is from Oahu and volunteers as an
SSSP tutor. She has been an ‘E Imi Na`auao recipient for the past 2 years. She will be graduating
in Fall 2006 with a BBA degree.
BRANDON LOHREY
A Senior majoring in Natural Science, he plans on
becoming a high school teacher one day. A UHH
Presidential Scholar, he participated in the National Student Exchange Program in Spring
2005,and attended California State University –
Monterey. Brandon balances his academic schedule by being active in sports.
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JAMES COX
A Senior majoring in Biology and minoring in
Chemistry, James will be graduating this Spring
2006 with a BS degree in Biology. He then plans to
pursue a career in medicine. Into good health and
medicine, he’s an avid cook, likes bicycling and has
done volunteer work at Hilo Medical Center.
ELVIS NUNEZ
Elvis is an International student from Orangewalk,Beliz-Central America. A Junior, he is majoring in Marine Science with a special interest in
Conservation Biology and Chemical Oceanography and loves to dance! He has 3 Associate Degrees: Math, Chemistry and Biology. For Elvis,
education serves as both a motivation and a continual goal.
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MICHELLE FUJIE
A Senior graduating this Spring 2006 with a BBA
degree, Michelle is from Lana`i where there are
3,000 residents, 30 miles of paved road and the
speed limit is 20 MPH. She has been a UHH Chancellor’s Scholar for the past 4 years and was her
high school class Valedictorian. Involved in campus student activities, she is the 2006 BTA (BreakThrough- Adventures) Coordinator.
NATHAN WATERS
A Junior, Nathan is majoring in Math and also
aspires to teach. Born in Hilo, he lived in Minnesota and recently returned to his place of birth. He
enjoys playing guitar and skateboarding. Nathan
makes Math and Philosophy come alive
and quite simplified for his tutees.
LISA FUKUMITSU
Lisa is a Senior with a double-major in Political
Science and Psychology. She is passionate about
law and justice. She will be graduating this Fall
2006 with future plans of applying to law school.
This St. Joseph High School graduate is secretary
of the UHH Model UN club. Her biggest inspiration is her children—they keep her focused and
grounded.
Success Tips From SSSP Tutors
Go to classes, don’t skip them! * Talk to your classmates * Ask
questions, don't be afraid to talk to your instructor * Always know
when papers are due (turn them in on time) & when your quizzes/
exams are * Review your notes the same day * “JUST DO IT!”
Tutoring Schedule –To schedule an appointment call the SSSP office, 974-7616 or stop by.
For tutoring updates & resources go to www.uhh.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/sssp/tutoring.php
SSSP Tutors
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
BRANDEN
OFF
9:30 - 10:45 9-11 / 12 - 3 9:30 - 10:45 OFF
Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Math, Physics
ELVIS
12 - 2
OFF
12 - 2
OFF
12 - 2
Chemistry, Marine Science, Math, Physics
JAMES
12 - 2
10:30 -1:30 OFF
10:30 - 11:30 12 - 2
Biology, Chemistry, English, Math
LISA
9 - 11
9 - 12
OFF
9 - 12
OFF
Political Science & Psychology
MICHELLE
8 - 9:15
OFF
8 - 9:15
OFF
8 - 9:30
Accounting, Business, Economics, English, Finance, Japanese, Management, Marketing, QBA
NATHAN
9 - 11 / 1 - 3 OFF
9 -11 / 1 - 3 OFF
OFF
Anthropology, English, Geology, History, Math, Philosophy, Physics
CHENTY
OFF
12:30 - 2:30 OFF
12:30 - 2:30
OFF
Economics, Business, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Math, QBA
SSSP Professional Staff
Dr.
Melissa Johnson—Director
& TR IO L O GO
Email: [email protected] Phone: 974-7618
Janice Shirai—Academic Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 974-7617
Barbara Bostwick—Educational Counselor
Email: [email protected] Phone: 974-7619
Norine Hisashima—Clerk
Email: [email protected] Phone: 974-7616
Six words that will help you
succeed in college:
No thanks I have to study!
Academic Calendar– Spring 2006
Feb 12
College Goal Sunday- FAFSA Help
Feb 14
NSE Application Deadline
Feb 14
AAUW Scholarship Application Wksp
Feb 20
Holiday: President’s Day
Mar 3
Last Day to Withdraw with “W”
Mar 27 - 31 UHH Spring Break
Mar 27
Holiday: Prince Kuhio Day
Mar 28
“I” Removal Deadline
Apr 14
Holiday: Good Friday
May 3
Last Day of Instruction
May 8 - 12 Final Exams
May 13
UHH Commencement
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CELEBRATING SSSP’S STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
UH HILO FALL 2005 GRADUATES
STUDENT VOICES
Majuro, the Republic of
Marshall Islands is home to
recent UH Hilo graduate,
Cecilia Heine (Ceci). Majuro is located in the central
Pacific, approximately 2,200
miles west of Honolulu or a
five-hour jet flight. It’s comprised of 29 atolls spread
over 750,000 square miles. Cecilia Heine, BA Anthropology & Political Science
Ceci is the first in her
“I can do it, no matter what!”
mother’s and father’s family to attain a bachelor’s
degree - a first generation college student. She is married to Frederick Heine; they have two young children, 3 and 2 years old.
Raised in a traditional Marshallese culture where women were
highly regarded, Ceci was inspired to study government. She hopes
that her education will be a vehicle that can help her influence
change and strengthen her country’s government economy in a
positive way. She attended UH Hilo right after graduating from
Xavier High School and was immediately faced with two big challenges: finding a place to live and Hilo’s rainy weather. The good
news was that she eventually found a place to live off campus with
a friend and she got well acclimated to Hilo’s rain. Ceci graduated
this past fall 2005 semester with a double-major in Anthropology
and Political Science and also made the Dean’s List. Janis
Shirai, her SSSP counselor, says of Ceci, “she has the ability to be
a real advocate, a voice for Pacific Islanders”. (16306221)
“ A’ohe ‘ulu e loa’a i ka pokole o ka lou. ”
There is no success without preparation -Mary Kawena Pukui
CONGRATULATIONS !
UHH Fall 2005 SSSP Graduates
The following SSSP participants graduated from UH Hilo
this past Fall 2005 with their bachelor’s degrees:
Sarah Avena BS Agribusiness; Certificate in Tissue Culture
Jennifer Bull BA Health, & Physical Education
Cecilia Heine BA Anthropology & Political Science
Ashley Long BA Psychology; Minor in Occupational Safety
& Health
Deborah Piena BA Psychology
Fall 2005
UH Hilo SSSP Dean’s List
Must be enrolled fulltime with 3.5 current GPA
Kiralyn Arinoki, Charmaine Bugado, Karen Ciabattoni, Chelsea
DeLuz, Manuel Edghill, Karen Finneran-Swatek, Elina Fred,
Cecilia Heine, Carol Jensen, Branden Lohrey, Ryan Miller,
Mary Milne, Jalayna Onaga, Charles Peshkin, Rasheeda Rahab,
Nichole Rahberg, Theresa Rahberg, Shella Witkus, Kahealani
Wright.
Will you be on the Dean’s List next?
WE’RE ON THE WEB
www.uhh.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/sssp/index.php
Student Support Services Program
University of Hawai`i at Hilo
200 W. Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720—4091