July 06, 2009 [printable version]
Willard Wilson AwardHonolulu’s Kenneth Kato honored for exemplary service to the university. Read more
New Solar SystemsManoa researchers Rita Mann and Jonathan Williams discover a pair of solar systems in the making. Read more
Hilo’s Analytical Equipment ExperiencePharmacy and chemistry students work with instrument that examines the internal structure and properties of bulk material. Read more
Board ReportRegents approve amendment to policy on nondiscrimination and affirmative action and the charter of the Puko'a Council. Read more
Samoan Language CoursebookUH Press publishes Gagana Samoa: A Samoan Language Coursebook, revised edition. Read more
UH EventsManoa, Kapi'olani and Hilo’s aquaponics lecture and Honolulu’s MELE songwriters workshop. Read more
Samoan Language Coursebook
UH Press published Gagana Samoa: A Samoan Language Coursebook, revised edition by Galumalemana Afeleti Hunkin.
Gagana Samoa is a modern Samoan language resource. Designed for both classroom and personal use.
Gagana Samoa features
- a methodical approach suitable for all ages
- an emphasis on patterns of speech and communication through practice and examples
- 10 practical dialogues covering everyday social situations
- an introduction to the wider culture of fa'asamoa through photographs
- more than 150 exercises to reinforce comprehension
- a glossary of all Samoan words used in the coursebook
- oral skills supplemented by an optional CD
Gagana Samoa: A Samoan Language Coursebook is available from the UH Press website.