FRESHMEN (REQUIRED)

Modern History of Hawaiʻi

Discover how Hawaiʻi’s past shapes its present. This course explores the islands’ historical, cultural, political, and economic development through multiple perspectives. Students investigate key events, decisions, and issues using the tools of historians and social scientists to understand the complex forces that continue to influence Hawaiʻi today.

(0.5 credit)

FRESHMEN (REQUIRED)

Participation in Democracy
Learn what it means to be an active and informed citizen. This course explores government, politics, and the democratic process through real-world issues and civic engagement. Students examine the principles and values of American democracy, global connections, and the responsibilities of citizenship while applying the tools of social science to make informed decisions.

(0.5 credit)

SOPHOMORE (REQUIRED)

World History and Culture
Explore how human stories connect across time and place. This course examines migration, trade, conflict, and cooperation among civilizations to understand how cultures evolve and interact. Through global perspectives and historical inquiry, students analyze past events and ideas to better understand today’s world and their role as active global citizens.

(1 credit)

JUNIOR (REQUIRED)

U.S. History

Trace the story of America from its founding to today. This course explores key events, movements, and people that shaped the nation — from revolution and reform to civil rights and globalization. Students analyze primary sources, debate major issues, and connect past decisions to current challenges, developing informed perspectives as active citizens.

(1 credit)