Issue 2 Fall 2010 1

couraged to get involved in apply-

ing their learning either through

involvement in the university-wide

acclaimed GREEN Club, led this

year by Devin Bennett and his

leadership team composed of

Chris Chang-Lo, Mondy Jamshidi,

and Josh Prigge, volunteering in

the campus acquaponics project

run by Dr. Primavera with student

support or the campus organic

garden organized by the GREEN

Club, now in its second year on

the beautiful Hawai`i Loa Campus.

Students who have taken ad-

vantage of the sustainability in-

ternship program continue to sing

the praises of their internship

experiences. This program has

been led by Bill Waring, a second

year student. Finally, for those

students with journalistic and

writing talents, I know that the

editor of this Newsletter and

second-year student, Paula

Lombardo is ready to put you to

work producing this important

Newsletter.

Art Whatley, Ph.D. Professor/MAGLSD Program Chair

A Sustained ALOHA to All

Students, Alumni, Faculty,

Staff, Administrators and

Friends affiliated with the

MA program in Global

Leadership & Sustainable

Development:

A whole hearted welcome to

the twenty-three or so new

students who joined the MAG-

LSD program for the fall semes-

ter, 2010. All of us—new and

second-year students, faculty,

and friends of the program—

share two concerns related to

the future of the planet: the on-

going drawdown of planetary

resources to support a growing

human population and the cor-

responding deposits of waste

into planetary sinks in amounts

that exceed their limits.

Throughout the MAGLSD pro-

gram we aim to expose for criti-

cal examination these unsustain-

able activities and the underlying

assumptions and values that

produce them. In every class

we search for ways to recast all

human systems to be more en-

vironmentally sustainable in

service to all of life, including

those yet unborn. Our work

is built around the affirmation

that a change of mind is one

of the most powerful forces

in the world. If we change

our thinking we ultimately

change the choices we make

for structuring and re-

structuring our institutions.

We believe that learning best

occurs when the theories and

concepts of the classroom are

tested in practice. Thus, all

MAGLSD students are en-

The MAGLSD program in my opinion is very unique. It provides an opportunity to examine and discuss vari-

ous cultures, globalization, environmental studies, the important new fields of ecological and environmental

economics, and much more from a systems theory and critical analysis perspective. I have continually been

intellectually stimulated and enriched by the diverse experiences I've had in the program. I am also pleased

with the diverse community as it has provided a much needed multicultural perspective in the classroom (the

focus of our Spring Newsletter). However, I am a firm believer that what we learn outside the classroom,

through hands-on experience, is equally, if not even more, relevant. My greatest learning experiences have

come from various adventures in ―philanthropic‖ travel. By living in Kenya and Jamaica, and being actively en-

gaged with the local community, I have been blessed with valuable life-lessons and a sensibility that could nev-

er be captured in a classroom. My son, Jordan, attends a Public Charter School

Above: Dr Arthur Whatley, on a Fulbright Grant hosted by the Faculty

of Management, University of

Primorska in Ljubljana, Slovenia with former exchange student,

Lennart Lai.

Letter from Dr. Art Whatley, MAGLSD Program Chair

Letter from the Editor, Paula Lombardo

INSID E SOS

Letters from the

Program Chair &

the Editor

(p. 1)

Spotlight on

Campus: HPU

Dining Commons at

HLC & HPU

International

Student Exchange

(p. 2)

Spotlight on Faculty:

Dr. Stephen Allen

teaches a

Photovoltaic design

course & Dan

Morgan’s “Power

and Social Systems”

(p. 3)

Spotlight on

Students: Marianne

Preus Jacobsen &

Rob Kinslow

(p. 4)

Spotlight on Alumni:

Nyka Mubanga

Kalenga & Kyle

Atabay

(p. 5)

Spotlight on

Hawai`i: Hawai`ian

Public Charter

Schools & Local

Sustainability

Conferences

(p.6)

Spotlight on the

World: Philanthropic

Travel & TED.com

(p. 7)

Mahalos!, Next Issue

preview, and a

request for your

feedback

(p. 8)

Continued on back page...

― S p o t l i g h t o n S u s t a i n a b i l i t y ‖

A N e w s l e t t e r f o r t h e M A i n G l o b a l

L e a d e r s h i p & S u s t a i n a b l e

D e v e l o p m e n t P r o g r a m , C o l l e g e o f

N a t u r a l a n d C o m p u t a t i o n a l S c i e n c e s ,

H a w a i ` i P a c i f i c U n i v e r s i t y

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Spotlight on Campus

Studying abroad is without a doubt one of the most amazing experiences students can

have in their entire life. Taking courses overseas provides a unique perspective on the

world, the work, and the friends made. Pursuing graduate studies abroad presents a

fantastic way to challenge one‘s ability to adapt personally and academically to new

cultures and experiences. For instance, having an academically high-level, intensive,

goal-oriented project on a student‘s resume, can distinguish one from their peers to

potential employers. In an increasingly globalized world, an exchange can demonstrate

a student‘s cultural adaptability which is imperative in bridging global environmental

issues such as climate change, natural resource management, and sustainable energies

to name a few.

HPU offers both undergraduate and graduate exchange programs. Exchange programs

are study abroad programs, the difference is that there is a limited number of partici-

pants per semester per school and the tuition is paid to the home university not the

host (there may be varying fees to be paid to the host school, and students are accountable for their living expenses—

including housing—and personal expenses). The Office of International Exchange & Study Abroad Programs does have part-

nerships with universities who offer exchange students access to some of their graduate programs. HPU grad students can

look for programs in Australia, France, Germany, Great Britain, Korea, Thailand, and Sweden.

To get started, visit the Exchange Programs website: www.hpu.edu/exchange and complete an Outbound

Application to get an interview with Dr. Jon Davidann, Ph.D, Professor of History and Director, International

Exchange & Study Abroad Programs.(808) 544-0811/ jdavidann@hpu.edu

International Student Exchange Opportunities at HPU

Article submitted by Vince Calabrese,

Graduate Assistant of the International

Exchange & Study Abroad programs

at HPU and a last semester student in

the MAGLSD program.

The Dining Commons on Ha-

wai`i Loa Campus of HPU: A

Day with Debbie Day

by Paula Lombardo

Below: International Flags make the

HPU Dining Commons on Hawai`i

Loa Campus bright & cheery!

Unless you live on the Hawai`i Loa Campus,

it is possible that you may never have seen

or eaten at the HPU Dining Commons.

After an invitation from Debbie Day, the

manager, I spent an afternoon there and

enjoyed a surprisingly wonderful lunch of

Chicken Tortilla Soup (super yummy!) and a

salad made fresh at the salad bar. But the

best part of my visit was learning about the

many sustainability initiatives Debbie has

worked hard to put into place yet remains

modest about her accomplishments. So-

dexo, her company, is ―the recognized

global sustainability leader in its market

sector‖ and prioritizes nutrition, local communi-

ty, and the environment with their worldwide

Corporate Citizenship roadmap for the Sodexo

Group - ―The Better Tomorrow Plan‖. Here is

what Debbie and her dedicated crew are up to:

Monday- ―Lights Out Lunch‖ to conserve energy

and bring awareness to the power of sunlight.

―Trayless Tuesdays‖ (it has been shown that

people take less food without a tray and less

water is used for cleaning) and ―Weigh the

Waste Wednesdays‖ are both programs to help

students understand the amount of food they

waste. The weights are posted for the month

and then tracked for the next month to see if

the residents can reduce the amount of waste.

Debbie tells me. ―We have also had discussions

about finally setting up the cardboard recycling.‖

Last but not least, the most exciting thing hap-

pening at the Dining Commons is fresh, local

produce! Whatever can be sourced in sufficient

quantity comes from Oahu and other Ha-

wai`ian island farms. Stop in for lunch and be

sure to check out the informative posters and

brochures from Sodexo on these great initia-

tives! I will be working with Debbie to make

the produce from the Sustainability Gardens

at HPU available to her, as well as to use Din-

ing Commons‘ food waste for compost at the

garden.

Spotlight on Campus

The Dining Commons on

HPU’s Hawai`i Loa Campus:

A Day with Debbie Day

by Paula Lombardo

Issue 2 Fall 2010 3

Spotlight on Faculty By Paula Lombardo—The state of Hawai`i has already committed to getting 70 percent of its

energy from renewable resources by 2030 under the Hawai`i Clean Energy Initiative. Increas-

ing our reliance on clean, homegrown sources of energy will create hundreds of thousands of

clean energy jobs, boost our failing economy, strengthen national security, and cut global

warming pollution at the same time. There is no question that the opportunities in the job mar-

ket exist and will doubtlessly be growing. But of course, you need proper training. Dr. Allen,

has achieved national notoriety for his photovoltaic design courses and HPU is proud to be one

of only a handful of universities offering a PV Systems Design course and is an approved pro-

vider for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Entry Level

Certificate of Knowledge exam. According to NABCEP’s website, “NABCEP’s goal is to devel-

op voluntary national certification programs that will promote renewable energy, provide val-

ue to practitioners, promote worker safety and skill, and promote consumer confidence.” So,

you’re interested in getting into the industry, but where do you start? “Charting Your Solar

Course”, in the April/May 2010 issue of Home Power Magazine, is a comprehensive, yet easy-

to-understand article about renewable energy training opportunities in the U.S. The article

focuses on renewable energy installation and system design training offerings, from on-site

workshops and programs to online courses to training at energy fairs and conferences (and

includes Dr. Allen’s course). An example of a job? A PV Tech Salesperson is a solar electric

professional with demonstrated expertise in the siting, design, analysis and performance of PV

systems who gathers site specific information, analyzes customer needs and energy usage for

the purpose of advising and providing customers with the most appropriate solution for their

situation. Dr. Allen, a self-described “energy nerd”, also recommends, “Anyone interested in

renewable energy should read The Solar Fraud : Why Solar Energy Won’t Run the World by

Howard C. Hayden. It is an excellent book that explains how renewable energy technolo-

gy (solar, wind, hydro, biomass etc.) actually works and what the limitations are. You can’t re-

place petroleum with wishful thinking.” Read “Charting Your Solar Course”

Associate Professor of Chemis-

try and Department of Natural

Sciences Department Chair,

Hawai`i Pacific University

LEED Accredited Professional

(LEED AP), 2007;

Ph.D., Chemical Engineering,

M.A.Sc., Chemical Engineering,

B.A.Sc., Chemical Engineering,

University of Toronto, Toronto,

Ontario, Canada

Member, U.S. Green Building

Council, Hawai`i Chapter. Mem-

ber of education and green

schools committees.

HPU representative, Rebuild

Hawai`i Consortium

Dr. Stephen Allen

I took Power & Social Systems my first semester at HPU. Power

& Social Systems is an excellent introduction and crucial com-

ponent to the MAGLSD degree. What makes the class so great

is the way it is taught. I remember being in the first class think-

ing, “You want me to do what?”. After a few classes, I began to

understand what Dan was doing. He was breaking down the

stereotype that the teacher has all the answers and the students

began to learn from each other. He teaches his class in a way

that allows the student to know that education can be taught in a

different way. On the first day of class and almost every class

that followed, we broke into small groups. We changed groups

every week so we were able to connect with the other students.

One of the most beautiful aspects of the class was sharing it with

students from all over the world: Saudi Arabia, Thailand, China,

Germany, Sweden and the U. S.. We talked story about culture,

politics, society, power and government and how this pertains

from our countries, where we come from. One class survey

Professor Morgan Links “Power and Social Systems” with Sustainability by Katie Fisk, last year student. MAGLSD with a Certificate in International Disaster & Emergency Management

found that although HPU students are global citizens and

have an adequate grasp on international issues, little in-

formation was known about the islands of Hawai`i, Ha-

wai`ian history, geography

or culture. So I was happy to

be introduced to Haunani-

Kay Trask, a leading activist

for Native Hawai`ian rights.

Dan Morgan (pictured right)

recently earned his PhD and

is now the chair of HPU’s

Sociology and Legal Studies

department. Dan is a sociol-

ogist and views everything through this lens. It is com-

mon to see him on Fort St. talking with students, faculty,

friends, and alumni. He understands human behavior and

when asked why he knows people so well he says, “I’m

not psychic. I’m a sociologist!”

Above: Professor Morgan

instructs on

“Power & Social Systems‖

Issue 2 Fall 2010 4

On what will your life legacy be built? When

you're older, how will you describe your time

in Hawaii? Will you talk about the school-

work? Nah! How cold the classrooms are?

Maybe. Or, perhaps you'll remember the

amazing teacher who inspired you to see your

world in a new way? Yep! Or, the unique

people you met and experiences you had

paying-it-forward by giving back to our island

community? TWITA! In my view, you are more likely to remember the folks you met

being of service. Aloha, I‘m Rob Kinslow, the director of a

community-based organization, Hawaii Inter-

faith Power & Light (HIPL.org). We help

churches and temples become green, and

offer internships to interested students. I'm

also a graduate student in the GLSD program. Did you know that a new class is being of-

fered at HPU? GLSD 6950 – Practicum, is

designed for those students who desire prac-

tical leadership experience. The class consists

of a semester-long sustainability internship

within the community. Students will also meet

weekly with the professor to discuss assigned

readings related to their internship. An internship is one of the best ways to en-

hance your professional credentials and gain

valuable experiences. If you‘re selected for an

internship, are passionate, and create a posi-

tive relationship with the organization by be-

ing responsible and responsive, under-

promising and over-delivering, you'll gain

much in return. You‘ll gain a friend or a col-

league who may be willing to write a letter of

recommendation for you. Personal recom-

mendations are so important to your career. But beyond the benefits, what quality does a

non-governmental organization (NGO) look

for in an intern? One characteristic is enthusi-

asm. But, just being bubbly doesn't automati-

cally make an intern successful. Another

measure of success is being realistic about

your time. For example, if you were interest-ed in interning with HIPL, I might ask in our

first meeting "How much time do you realisti-

cally have available?" A typical response is

usually "How much time do you want?" Usual-

ly I reply, "Actually, how much time you can

realistically commit is of greater interest."

You see, in the not-for-profit arena, I know

that you are interested in doing good, after all

helping others is the hallmark of an optimist -

you‘re an optimist, right? Yet, you‘ll naturally

want to say yes to any time request because

humans habitually over-promise and under-deliver. Modifying this habit alone will increase

your enjoyment of life. So the next time someone asks you how

much time you have to offer, be ruthlessly

realistic about your time availability. When

you under-promise and over-deliver on your

commitments and projects, you will be valued much more than if you over-promise and

under-deliver. That mantra given to me by an

engineering colleague has helped me over the

years. ―Under-promise and over-deliver‖

Now, that‘s what I‘m talking about!

Marianne Preus Jacobsen is from Oslo, Norway and speaks 5

languages—Norwegian, German , English, French, and Italian.

She has held some very interesting positions including Head of

Communication/Web Editor for the Education Agency of Oslo

municipality, Education Project Member for the Research

Council of Norway, and Public Relations Consultant for the

International Red Cross. Each time I have had the pleasure to

speak with Marianne her perspective has been inspiring (and

her accent lovely). Here is some of what she has to say:

―I have communicated change as communication advisor but I

realized I might contribute more as a leader and actually make

change happen. When I worked for the NGO Norwegian

Church Aid (NCA) I visited aid projects around the world and I

understood that we will not achieve a just and sustainable world with money aid alone. We need advocacy, political- and economical cam-

paigns and the so-called developed world has to change its ways and policies. Later in my career I was the head of the communication unit

at the Education Agency in Oslo. Although Norway is the world champion of spending money on children's education where furlough are

unthinkable (political leaders and school authorities would be fired on the spot), the value for money in the Norwegian schools system is

disappointing; we can do much better. So money and economic growth is not necessarily the key to long-term success and happiness. I

believe Norway's and any other countries' path to success is to contribute to peace and reconciliation processes and a more sustainable

world. We have to confront ignorance and protectionism, and demand fair trade and corporate and governmental transparency. The MAG-LSD-program attracts students from all over the world and all with diverse and interesting backgrounds and motivations. Hawai'i is a fasci-

nating arena where East meet West and I am also very thankful for the opportunity to meet people from different island communities in the

Pacific; they are already confronted by the consequences of global warming and melting ice at the poles. My motto? I have borrowed it from

NCA's youth movement, Changemaker, founded in 1992: Of course we can change the world!‖

Marianne

Preus

Jacobsen By Paula Lombardo

Spotlight on Students

Rob removes invasive ginger from a native forest.

Talkstory on Internships

by Rob Kinslow

Rob has interned, volunteered, and consult-

ed for dozens of organizations in Hawai`i.

He is the ass‘t editor of S.O.S. and can be

reached at: sustain@riseup.net

For information about Sustainability related

internships contact Sharon Santiago:

ssantiago@hpu.edu ;

For more information about GLSD 6950,

contact Dr. Whatley:

artwhatley@yahoo.com.

Issue 2 Fall 2010 5

Spotlight on Alumni

Nyka Mubanga Kalenga was born and raised in the Democratic

Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). The fourth in a family of six,

her parents sent her and her siblings to the US for their higher

education, in part because of political unrest in the country. She

earned a BA in Organizational Management from Vanguard Univer-

sity in Southern California and later, joined the MAGLSD program

at HPU. With the assistance of Dr. Whatley, she was able to cus-

tomize the program to also earn an MBA. Nyka says she challenged

herself to find a way to influence the corporate world with a new

outlook based on the responsible, global leadership perspective

and concepts. Passionate about economic development, in particu-

lar the condition of women in emerging markets, she wrote her

thesis on the effectiveness of the World Bank and poverty reduc-

tion strategies over the last two decades.

Today she lives in Brussels, Belgium and works as a Project Man-

ager/Change Management Consultant, contributing her various

exposures to guide her clients in making responsible choices, de-

velop human capital and collaborate in change management activi-

ties. She is happily married and the mother of two girls, Dominique

and Abigail.

Of her experience in the MAGLSD program, Nyka says, ―My time at HPU has taught me to push my limits even further. I was

at a point in life where I had nothing to lose, everything to gain. So I boarded the HPU adventure and to this day, it is one of

the major highlights in my journey. Now 5 years later, human capital is still very much the essence of my passion. MAGLSD

has helped shape my perception in business; to stop viewing co-workers, employees as a number but an opportunity to invest.

I am slow at judging the effectiveness of someone by mere observation. MAGLSD forces you to engage the person and un-

derstand the core issues at stake to cure them at the root cause. To this day, I use its principles in change management, con-

flict resolutions and management overall.‖ By Paula Lombardo

Above: Nyka Mubanga Kalenga in Southern California.

I had the fortune to meet Kyle at the World

Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives. We

were both there as ―Aloha Ambassadors.‖ I

learned he had graduated from the MAGLSD

certificate program. He explained, ―What at-

tracted me to the Global Leadership program

was the fact that it helped me extend my cur-

rent knowledge of the environment and the

impact that we have on it. I was also able to put

an educational twist to the papers that I wrote,

helping me explore topics such as universal edu-

cation, education for sustainability, and cross-

cultural issues in education. I wholeheartedly

believe that kids truly hold the key to the fu-

ture. The values that we attempt to promote to

them are important in what will be necessary in

trying to figure out how best to take care of our

environment, its people, and the systems that

have maintained the earth and its inhabitants

over time. The work that I did in both of HPU‘s

certificate program have been highly applicable

to my current position and I‘m sure will contin-

ue to benefit my professional and personal jour-

neys.‖ Kyle is now in the early stages of pursu-

ing a doctorate in education and says that edu-

cation for sustainability will definitely play a role

in that process. By Paula Lombardo

As a part-time student at Hawai'i Pacific Uni-

versity, Kyle Atabay earned graduate certificates

in National and Community Change and Devel-

opment, Organizational Change and Develop-

ment, and Global Leadership and Sustainable

Development. He is a graduate of Damien Me-

morial High School and has taken advantage of

the many different venues of higher education in

our state. Earning credits at the University of

Hawai'i at Manoa and Leeward Community

College, he completed an Associate's degree

from Kapi’olani Community College as well as a

Bachelor of Science and Master's in Counseling

Psychology from Chaminade University of Hono-

lulu. His calling to counseling came as a student

worker in Kapiolani Community College's coun-

seling office and since then has worked with

students from kindergarten age through the

college level. Pooling together his experience as

an Admissions Counselor at Chaminade Univer-

sity and as a school counselor at Ke Kula Kaia-

puni 'O Anuenue and Kapolei Middle School.

Kyle is a member of the American School Coun-

selor Association (ASCA), the National Middle

School Association (NMSA), National Staff De-

velopment Council, and the Association for Su-

pervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD).

Kyle Atabay

Middle School Counselor

Kamehameha Schools,

MAGLSD Graduate Certificate

Issue 2 Fall 2010 6

Spotlight on Hawai`i

Community based, values driven, and academically diverse schools of choice; Hawai`i‘s 31 Public Charter

Schools offer educational programs reflective of the community from which they were established. These

dynamic public charter schools are blending the historic and culturally diverse landscape of Hawai`i‘s past

with innovation, new technologies and academic excellence to allow the students in Hawai`i‗s public charter

school system to attain the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a global world while maintaining an

appreciation and respect for the people, places and languages of Hawai`i. Most school's instructional methods

stress direct experience, hands-on activity, inquiry and experimentation, simulations, role-playing, and coop-

erative learning. Being project-based, students must do research, essays, and public presentations frequently

using Power Point and other multimedia resources. In additional, these schools are known for not tracking

students into different programs instead providing heterogeneous classrooms. Some examples in-

clude:Hakipu‘u Learning Center in Kane`ohe is involved in and exposes keiki to complex issues of policy/

legislation, turning this summer‘s unfortunate eviction proceedings into a learning experience, indigenous

people‘s rights by partnering with schools in New Zealand, China, and Native American schools on the main-

land, and peace studies through a program called ―Peace Warriors‖. 100% of its 2009 graduating seniors

went onto higher education. Another PCS, The University Laboratory School, aka The Education Laborato-

ry, operates in partnership with the University of Hawai`i Curriculum Research & Development Group. The

school serves as a model for school design and is an experimental site for researching and developing inno-

vations in teaching, learning, and assessment. The school rates high among the state's schools on participa-

tion in extracurricular activities. Its students consistently earn awards in competitions in the arts, music,

writing, and speech in addition to consistently high scores on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Almost all

of its graduates consistently go on to post-secondary education. By Paula Lombardo

Hawai`ian Public

Charter Schools:

An Innovative Way of

Approaching Learning

Asia-Pacific Clean Energy Summit & Expo

*A Personal Note from the Editor: I was privileged to attend both events (on a scholarship from DBEDT for Asia-Pacific and as an volunteer

“Aloha Ambassador” at Zero Emissions). The difference between the two was remarkable with Lockheed Martin as a “Platinum Sponsor” at

one and two speakers (Nainoa Thompson & The Minister of Education for Bhutan) so moving they brought tears to the eyes of many at the

other. However, I am well aware of the need for and benefits of both. For the original article, and more, visit: www.theecolocal.com.

Above: A day in the life of a Hakipu`u

Student; Below: The flag flown upside

-down on ―moving day‖ in peaceful

protest of their recent eviction.

Location: Hawai`i Convention Center—―Think Green‖ signs remind

to close the doors to the rooms that constantly run cold air.

Food: Mostly imported.

Planning: Mainland Company - NSTI.

Speakers: Government, Military, & Industry .

Take Away: Hawai`i is the global marketplace for Clean Energy.

Topics: Clean Energy Laws, Regulations, Resources & Funding..

Attendance: Approximately 1,000.

Keynotes: Governor Lingle & Senator Inouye assured us that Ha-

wai`i is going to be a world leader in clean energy technology.

Hawaii Convention Center—Local Farmer, Eric Enos asks ―Why are

we inside, instead of outside discussing local farming?‖

Almost 100% local farmers & providers featured at event.

Enterprise Honolulu.

From Sweden, Bhutan, Hawai`i. Dreamers, Thinkers, & Doers.

Hawai`i is the global leader in sharing Aloha.

Zero Waste Systems, Global Community, Blue Economy, Local Tradi-

tional Knowledge.

Approximately 300

Gunter Pauli (Club of Rome) shared proven business models for Blue

Economy, Nainoa Thompson (Polynesian Voyaging Ctr.) shared sto-

ries of Hawai`i, & Lyonpo Thakur S. Powdel (His Excellency, The

Honorable Minister of Education for the Royal Govt of Bhutan).

shared his love for humanity.

World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives

A Tale of Two Sustainability Gatherings : A Side-by-Side Comparison*

Courtesy of Tyler Mongan from TheEco.Local

Issue 2 Fall 2010 7

Spotlight on the World

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cul-

tural Organization (UNESCO) states that ―if

responsible practices are in place, Philanthropic

Travel is the natural interlocutor between the

wealth and desires of the global traveler and the

socio-economic needs of some of the world's

most remote, but heritage-rich communities,

natural and cultural sites.‖

It's vital to manage, through collaboration, the

impact of tourism and the low-volume, high

yield operators. And in the process deliver ser-

vice and stability to world heritage. Responsible

travel must be as a delicate balancing act. Tour-

ism involves a series of trade-offs but, within an

agreed framework of goals and limits and

a climate of educational, respectful relationships,

we have one of our most powerful tools for

poverty reduction. It is a win-win situation in-

stead of the old model of tourism which so

frequently hides poverty and robs a location of

its rich cultural. Also, falling under this cate-

gory is International Service Learning, Volun-

tourism, and EcoTourism which The Int‘l

Ecotourism Society (TIES.org) defines as

"Responsible travel to natural areas that

conserves the environment and improves

the well-being of local people." Idealist.org,

featured in our last Newsletter, offers a

wide variety of volunteer travel, as well as

internship and fellowship opportunities to

locations around the globe. Direct and rep-

utable providers include: Global Vision Inter-

national (my choice for the Kenya expedi-

tion), National Geographic‘s Center for Sustaina-

ble Tourism, International Student Volunteers

(ISV), Cross Cultural Solutions, Discovery Adven-

tures, to name a few. And of course, the Peace

Corps, which also has a ―Master‘s International‖

program allowing Volunteers to incorporate

Peace Corps service as credit in a master‘s degree

program in a variety of fields at more than 80

academic institutions nationwide.

Volunteer travel could be called the new execu-

tive training program as one can gain valuable

work experience in emerging markets. Some com-

panies not only permit employees to take sabbati-

cals, they are putting programs in place to encour-

age employees to be involved in these programs.

I spent a year in Kenya and Tanzania teaching

English (and I can honestly say that I learned way

more than I taught) and doing environmental re-

search, earning certification in Biological Survey

Supervision and Philanthropic Travel Program

Management. But I learned the most about myself,

not the least that I aim to ―be the change I wish to

see in the world‖ around me!

Ready, Set...Explore and Grow!!!

TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design), owned by the Sapling Foundation, is

the widely acclaimed website devoted to the nourishment of good ideas. Start-

ed in 1983 as a series of conferences, TED expanded its vision three years ago

to include an incredible online presence that shares 700+ TED Talks (more than 168 hours worth), over 1.3 million published words,

and a variety of exciting conference opportunities for learning ―outside the classroom‖. Conference attendees have been elite , think

Bill Gates, Al Gore, Malcolm Gladwell, and priced to match (in the $6,000 range) but the gathering of the world's finest thinkers is,

according to conference feedback, worth every penny.

There are a few ways to make the TED conference fees more affordable for those on limited budgets. Educators and those working

for non-profits can email nonprofit@ted.com to petition for a reduced-rate membership, which substantially lowers conference at-

tendance fees to about $2,000. Then there is the TED Fellows program which accepts 40 exceptional applicants, ―makers and doers‖,

each year and provides all the costs including transportation, lodging, and conference fees associated with attending either the TED

or TEDGlobal conference. Last but not least, remember that anyone can participate by viewing a TED conference at no cost on the

website.

As a final note, those with who harbor big ideas and dreams should investigate the TEDPrize, an annual award of $100,000 to facili-

tate ―one wish to change the world‖. This year's winner was Jamie Oliver who wanted to start a food revolution with kids. Previous

winners' projects have focused on shaping the talents of young musicians and ―nurturing scientific talent across Africa‖. The ideas

here will surely inspire your own, and you never know, maybe even prompt a future application to the prestigious award.

My favorite TED Talk is Elizabeth Gilbert on nurturing creativity. I think she's onto something here...Check it out!

http://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius.html

Opportunities with TED—Learning Outside the Classroom

By Tara Zirker, First Year MAGLSD Student

Learning about Life, the World and

How to be a Global Citizen

by Paula Lombardo

Above: International Indian Ocean Safety &

Education Day on Kenyatta Beach in Nyali, Kenya.

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In the Next Issue of S.O.S.:

Focus on diversity & multicultural perspectives

Respect for Hawai`ian culture starts with understanding Aloha

HPU hires Sustainability Coordinator—SOS Spotlights Josh Prigge

The team at ―Spotlight on Sustainability‖ hopes you enjoyed this

2nd edition of S.O.S. and, as always, welcomes any feedback!

We would love to hear your suggestions for upcoming topics

(especially related to diversity and multiculturalism) and encour-

age everyone to submit your writings for publication in our

Newsletter.

(PCS) that barely has a ―classroom‖. Hakipu`u Learning Center in

Kahe`ohe utilizes project-based learning that develops their abili-

ties to learn how to learn, to be responsible for their own learning,

to understand what it means to be a human being, and to honor

traditional wisdom. ―Laulima‖ is many hands working together

without attention to rank or position so that one person‘s success

is everyone‘s success. ―Kuleana‖ teaches them that as inhabitants

of the land, they are blessed, and with those blessings comes re-

sponsibility. Students, grades 6-12, are transported to Mauka

(mountain) and Makai (ocean) labs for their daily lessons where

they are immersed in a natural environment. Learning outside the

classroom is often the most memorable, helping pupils, young and

old, to make sense of the world around them, and integrate new

experiences and understanding into all aspects of their formal and

informal academic experiences.

This edition of S.O.S. focuses on a plethora of opportunities for ―real life‖ learning. From international

service learning and student exchange programs to local internships and sustainability-related meetings.

These adventures and sojourns are essential in preparing us all to be better connected, more self-aware

(yet less self absorbed), compassionate Global Leaders. I hope you enjoy our 2nd edition and, as always,

look forward to your feedback. Peace out!

Mahalo Nui

Loa!

Rob Kinslow,

MAGLSD, Assistant

Editor

Tara Zirker,

MAGLSD,

Contributing Writer

Katie Fisk,

MAGLSD,

Contributing Writer

Vince Calabrese,

MAGLSD, Contributing

Writer

Tyler Mongan,

Partnering Writer,

TheEcoLocal & Nella

Media Group

Letter from the Editor cont.,

Paula Lombardo

MA in Global Leadership & Sustainable

Development Program

Hawai'i Pacific University

College of Natural and Computational Sciences

1164 Bishop Street

Honolulu, Hawai'i 96813 U.S.A.

www.hpu.edu

Hawai'i Pacific University's logo is based on the Asian

concept of yin and yang, the logo signifies the fluid and

polar, yet balanced, aspects of life. The tri-part design

represents the student, education, and community. The

"wave" form symbolizes HPU's location at the center of

the Pacific region. The vortex suggests the synergy

resulting from the successful combination of the three

elements of the orb.

The University's motto, Holomua Me Ka 'Oia'i'o, is

written in the Hawai`ian language and translates

"Forward with Truth."

Above: Paula with Hassan Birani, a

Kenya Wildlife Services park ranger,

aka Conservation Soldier, in

Shimoni, Kenya (May, 2009).

Contact me anytime! lombardo.paula@yahoo.com

The GREEN Club at HPU—get involved!

Find meetings and

more on our GREEN

Events Calendar!