Geo Hawaii Land and Natural Resources – Summer 2017
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PROFESSOR
Erin Greunke
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Amy Nemon
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COURSES
GEOG 452 (6 credits): Geoscience Field Experience
*Course may fulfill the “Local to Global” sub-category of Connections in the Colonnade requirements.
Options for Honors Augmentation and/or Independent Study may be available. Please discuss with professor.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Oahu - Hostel – Waikiki Beachside Hostel - http://www.waikikibeachsidehostel.com/
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Students will be introduced to environmental, demographic, cultural, geopolitical, and economic/social system
geographic issues in Hawaii. Spending time in Hawaii will allow you to see first-hand how it is interconnected in
the era of globalization. Topics and materials covered in this program will help you attain an appreciation of the
complexity and variety of the region’s cultures and geography.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will demonstrate the ability to:
1) Analyze issues on local and global scales.
2) Examine the local and global interrelationships of one or more issues.
3) Evaluate the consequences of decision-making on local and global scales.
Learning Objectives for GEOG 452: The course objectives for GEOG 452 are designed to integrate fully with the
Colonnade Program. Upon successfully completing GEOG 452, you will be able to:
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Demonstrate critical thinking skills related to the five main themes of geography, (location, place,
human environment interaction, movement and region), at local, regional, and global scales.
Evaluate local systems, particularly the cultural and/or physical landscape, to understand their position
and influence in the global context.
Describe how geographic analysis and principles allow for a deeper understanding of the evolution of a
place in an effort to better understand and predict future changes to the cultural and or physical
landscapes of a location.
Describe and analyze the relationship between the five themes of geography, (location, physical place
and cultural place, human environment interaction, movement and region), to evaluate how local
practices can affect these themes on global and local scales.
Compare the local physical landscape formation and change within its position in the global physical
landscapes.
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Investigate how locations fit together, with surrounding locations, in an established mosaic
understanding how they contribute and connect with the others.
Observe the local ideology and or physical landscape of a place to draw comparisons of these
observations to the learner’s sense of place.
Describe the impact of globalization, particularly the movement of people, goods, and ideas, on the
cultural and/or physical landscape.
Understand how people make decisions in their local environment and how those decisions impact their
connection to the larger global system.
Analyze how global decision making can impact smaller, local systems.
PROGRAM DETAILS
LOCATION: Hawaii: Oahu and Molokai
ACADEMIC TERM: Summer 2017: June 5 – 19, 2017 ITINERARY (subject to change)
This program will run May 29 – June 19, 2017. The finalized itinerary will be ready by our April 9th mandatory
orientation meeting.
June 5: Fly from Nashville, TN to Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai’i
Students will arrive in the late evening
Welcome, tour of Waikiki, safety issues
June 6: Polynesian Cultural Center and Welcome Dinner
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Native and Human-Environment Interaction, Cultures of the Pacific, overview of
traditional cultures views on the land and land use compared to the current trend of land use in the United
States.
Miles: 4.0 (Easy)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Field Journaling,
Description: http://www.polynesia.com/
June 7: Manoa Falls Trail and Honolulu Zoo
Topic: Privatization of Natural Trails and Fauna Identification – endemic and invasive species, Honolulu Zoo:
Introduction to Resource use and destruction of habitats 2 hours contact & 2 hours engagement in service
learning for the education center.
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: https://www.hawaii.com/oahu/things-to-do/hiking/manoa-falls-trail/
June 8: Koko Crater Head
Topic: Historical Land Usage and Modern Tourist Trails, Volcanism and creation of Hawaii, erosional forces to
shape the current topography, main 8 islands of Hawaii, Clean Air issues
Miles: 1.8 (Difficult)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/hawaii/koko-crater-trail
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June 9: Visit Hawai’i’s Department of Land and Natural Resources
Topic: Government, Conservation, and Public Engagement, Energy issues in Hawaii, visit a power plant, visit with
family living ‘off the grid”, use of geothermal energy, sustainable energy in Hawaii’s future, explore oil and gas
usage in Hawaii.
Miles: 1.0 (Easy)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Governing, Field Journaling
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/
June 10: Pouhala Marsh
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Government, Conservation, Invasive Species, Wetlands, Community Engagement,
clearing invasive species from the trail, and Modern Tourist Trails, visit water treatment plant in Honolulu.
Miles: 2.0 (Moderate)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: http://hbmpweb.pbrc.hawaii.edu/dlnr/projects/sanctuaries/pouhala
June 11: Pouhala Marsh
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Government, Conservation, Invasive Species, Wetlands, Community Engagement,
clearing invasive species from the trail, clean water in Hawaii, and Modern Tourist Trails. Visit water sewage
treatment plant in Honolulu.
Miles: 2.0 (Moderate)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification & Removal, Field Journaling
Description: http://hbmpweb.pbrc.hawaii.edu/dlnr/projects/sanctuaries/pouhala
June 12: Dole Plantation and North Shore
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Commercial Land Usage, and Agriculture in Hawaii, including visit pineapple,
coffee, sugar cane plantations, explore animal farming in Hawaii, explore the relationship between these
economic activities and the loss of the Hawaiian kingdom to an external power. Visit the North Shore, What are
the impacts to the world’s oceans today, acidification and chemistry changes, Impact on the animals found in
Hawaii’s ecosystems (fish, shark, turtles, dolphins, etc., Presidents Obama’s extension of the Marine national
parks.
Miles: 1.0 (Easy)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: https://www.doleplantation.com/
June 13: Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park – Nakoa Trail
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Rainforest, Windward vs. Leeward, Soils, impacts of climate and climate change on
Hawaii, explore other Agricultural practices not addressed
Miles: 2.5 (Moderate - Difficult)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/hiking/oahu/nakoa-trail/
June 14: Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park – Kapa’ele’ele Trail
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Rainforest, Windward vs. Leeward, and Modern Tourist Trails, Invasive and Exotic
species. Miles: 1.2 (Moderate)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/hiking/oahu/kapaeleele-trail/
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June 15: Wa’ahila Ridge State Recreation Area – Wa’ahila Ridge Trail
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Forest Cover, and Modern Tourist Trails, Invasive and Exotic species.
Miles: 2.4 (Moderate - Difficult)
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/parks/oahu/puu-ualakaa-state-wayside/
June 16: Hanauma Bay Fishing Education Program
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Place Names, Introduced & Native Species, Historical Fishing, Endangered Fishing,
Over fishing, Sustainable fishing practices, Beach loss, Homeless shelter visit to see the roof top garden.
Miles: 1.0 (Easy)
Description: http://hbep.seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/
June 17: Diamond Head State Monument
Topic: Historical Land Usage, Military occupancy of Diamond Head, Government, Conservation, and Modern
Tourist Trails, Tourism in Hawaii, Impacts of Modern Tourism, Economic links with dominate visiting
communities, Visit Iolani palace.
Miles: 2.0 (Moderate)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/parks/oahu/diamond-head-state-monument/
June 18: Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail (State Park)*
Topic: Historical Land Usage and Modern Tourist Trails, Visit China Town to see the alternative resources in
agriculture found in Hawaii.
Miles: 2.0 (Moderate)
Geo Skills: Mapping, Lat/Long Coordinates, Species Identification, Field Journaling
Description: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/hiking/oahu/makapuu-point-lighthouse-trail/
June 19:
Fly back
The schedule is subject to change due to educational opportunities that may arise unexpectedly, the vagaries of
weather, and other factors beyond the control of the course instructors and staff.
ELIGIBILITY
 Permission of instructor(s).
 Current WKU student eligible to register for WKU courses OR students from outside WKU may participate
as visiting students.
 Good academic standing (Undergraduate Catalog p.27; Graduate Catalog p.30).
 18 years of age or older at time of departure (parent/guardian permission for anyone under 18 at time of
departure). Those under 18 can attend with special permission of instructors.
 No current disciplinary sanctions as verified by Judicial Affairs.
 Full payment prior to departure.
 Completion of all pre-departure orientations.
 Complete Study Away application.
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BASE PACKAGE
Cost: $2,800
Included in Base Package
 Undergraduate tuition for 6 credit hours.
 All lodging accommodations during program. See logistical considerations regarding lodging.
 Entrance fees for all program related excursions and tips.
 Group groceries will be purchased – Outside meals at student’s own expense.
 Some group meals (majority will be on your own, though)
 Course-related ground transportation.
 Roundtrip airfare from Nashville, TN to Hawaii and inter-island airfare.
Excluded from Base Package
 Items not explicated list in package.
 Transportation between your departure airport and your home.
 Independent travel (non-program travel).
 Personal expenses such as laundry, phone service, and Internet access.
 Tips for guides and drivers not included in program-related activity.
 Travel cancellation/interruption insurance. Highly recommended.
 Baggage fees and costs associated with flight changes.
 Meals, services, and beverages not mentioned in the program.
Study Away courses are not eligible for employee tuition waivers or discounts.
Final program fee subject to change due to travel arrangements.
Green Sheet subject to change due to adjustment in program or pricing.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Your TopNet Account will be billed according to
the following Payment Schedule:
February 1, 2017 – Program Fee will be charged to
student’s TopNet account (minus $250 nonrefundable deposit). Balance must be paid prior to
program departure. Students applying after this
date will be billed on a rolling basis.
* Deposit paid by student directly with a credit
card – NOT billed to student account.
Penalty for Withdrawal or Non-payment:
After February 1: 25% of program cost
After March 1: 50% of program cost
After April 1: 75% of program cost
After May 1: 100% of program cost (No refund)
If a balance remains after the payment due date,
the participant may be dropped from the program. A
student may remain in the program by providing an
award notification from WKU’s Student Financial
Assistance that verifies ability to pay the program fee
immediately after aid is received.
The total amount due in your semester invoice may reflect the combined charges for multiple terms (i.e. Fall and
Winter or Spring and Summer) and includes program fees for your Faculty-Led Study Abroad program. Please
see your TopNet account for a breakdown of amounts due per term. Refer to your Faculty-Led Study Abroad
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program’s Green Sheet for final payment due dates and billing information. If you have any questions, please
email [email protected].
LOGISTICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Note also that we will be staying all together in a hostel, which is co-ed. Students can expect that rooms will
be mixed with males and females in our group depending on the final gender breakdown for the program.
Program will involve walking and hiking. Participants should wear proper shoes that are comfortable for walking
and cover their feet. We may also be spending time in the ocean – bring a swimsuit and sun block. You must
have current health insurance for this program as we will be doing many outdoor activities!
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
Western Kentucky University and its associates are not responsible for any loss due to theft, personal injury,
flight or weather delays, negligence, or default of suppliers, or suppliers changing of itineraries. They and their
associates are not responsible for any loss due to travel/flight delays or changes in travel plans due to Acts of
Nature or other unforeseen circumstances, nor are we responsible for accidents and medical care. Tour services
are furnished by independent contractors who are not agents or servants of Western Kentucky University.
Refunds are not available for unused portions of the package.
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