These are immensely challenging times that have amplified community needs, issues, and pains. Through service-learning, we can make a difference, even when in-person interaction is not possible. Most of the projects on this page have been temporarily suspended OR have transitioned to online platforms. There are also many new opportunities for virtual service-learning!
Virtual Projects
- Project S.H.I.N.E. – Virtual
- Malama i na Ahupuaa – Virtual
- Purpose Pals
- e-Mentoring with Puohala & Kohala Schools
- CareerVillage
- HIN’s Homesharing Hawaii
Project Time Blocks
(These schedules apply only to our face-to-face projects which will reopen when deemed “safe” in the context of COVID-19.)
Shift availability for each day of the week >>
(portal login required)
“Palolo Pipeline” Projects
(Due to COVID-19, updates will be posted as they become available.)
Overview/Background of Palolo Pipeline >>
The usual face-to-face service opportunities at these sites have been postponed. Instead, we are partnering with these sites for a vaccine education project. Email servicelearning@chaminade.edu if you’re interested in participating.
- Jarrett Middle School
- Kaimuki High School
- Palolo Elementary School
- Palolo Ohana Learning Center (POLC)
Shelter-Based Projects
(Due to COVID-19, updates will be posted as they become available.)
- IHS Shelter: Youth Support (CUH does not currently support this face-to-face program for youth due to the pandemic. Instead, you can provide remote assistance to IHS’ Hele2Work program which prepares clients for employment. Contact servicelearning@chaminade.edu for more information.)
- Next Step Shelter (closed for spring 2021)
Projects Featuring Culture and Place
(Due to COVID-19, updates will be posted as they become available.)
- Project S.H.I.N.E. (Face-to-face project had been postponed, but SHINE needs virtual tutors!)
- Papakolea Community Park (closed for spring 2021)
- Malama i na Ahupuaa (Face-to-face project has been postponed, but a virtual version of MINA is available)
Campus-Based Projects
(Due to COVID-19, updates will be posted as they become available.)
- Inclusive Recreation: I-Rec (closed for spring 2021)
These projects above represent Chaminade’s long-standing primary partnerships. If you’d like to participate in a project not listed here, please contact the Service-Learning Office for approval.
Special Projects (restricted to students in specific courses)
Contact your professor about eligibility for participation.
Behavioral Sciences
- Waikiki Health Center (counseling psychology)
- Palolo Chinese Home (counseling psychology)
- Field Surveying Projects
Business and Accounting
- Nonprofit Consulting
- Income Tax Preparation
- FAFSA Project
- Palolo Stock Market Game (for students in AC202, BU362, and other related courses)
Communication and Philosophy
- Rusty Kent’s Lei Fund (featured in COM 380: Photography and Education)
- Hospice Projects (featured in PH 100: Introduction to Philosophy)
Humanities and Fine Arts
Nursing
- MA 107 Course Projects
- NUR 290 Course Projects
- NUR 291 (Papakolea)
- BI 304 Project Options
- BI 305 Project Options
