Join us! SCI Inaugural Open House, Spring 2024

Explore the World of Communication and Information

Join us for an exciting day of discovery and connection at the School of Communication and Information’s Open House event! Whether you’re a prospective student, current student, alumni, stakeholder, or simply curious about the dynamic field of communication and information, this event is for you.

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Mini Workshops

Get a taste of the diverse programs offered by SCI through interactive 20-minute workshops. Choose two sessions to attend from the following options:

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The Professor and Propagandist

Learn about an episode from UH Mānoa’s past that can serve to promote media literacy today.

  • With Hanae Kramer, Associate Professor and Program Director
  • Program: Communication
  • Time: 4:00-4:20 PM
  • Place: George Hall 213
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The Lies About Lie Detection

Learn how to (and how not to) detect deceit in others.

  • With Amy Hubbard, Professor
  • Program: Communicology
  • Time: 4:00-4:20 PM
  • Place: George Hall 214
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Immediate Feedback Loop: AI as a Writer’s Friend, Not Foe

Try AI Guidedogs designed and programmed to help in the writing process, not intended to take it over.

  • Brett Oppegaard, Professor and Program Director
  • Program: Journalism
  • Time: 4:30-4:50 PM
  • Place: George Hall 213
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Share or Not? Navigating Information Landscapes

Explore your role in the spread of misinformation and learn how the LIS program is preparing leaders to navigate a complex digital world.

  • With Andrew Wertheimer, Associate Professor, and Meera Garud, Instructor
  • Program: Library and Information Science
  • Time: 4:30-4:50 PM
  • Place: George Hall 214
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Leadership for Peace: Cultivating Resilience and Deep Listening Skills

Learn how to lead with compassion, influence positive change, and navigate the complexities of leadership with grace and confidence.

  • With Maya Soetoro, Associate Specialist, and Dan Milz, Assistant Professor
  • Program: Matsunaga Institute for Peace
  • Time: 4:30-4:50 PM
  • Place: George Hall 215

Presentation: Sharing Our Vision of Communication · Connection · Community

Come curious and leave impressed! Learn why the five Departments were reorganized into a new School, and discover how we are working together to realize our shared vision of Communication · Connection · Community.

  • Time: 5:00 to 6:00 pm
  • Place: Architecture Building Auditorium, UH Mānoa
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Networking Reception

After a stimulating exploration of SCI’s programs, unwind and connect with fellow attendees at our reception in the scenic architecture building courtyard. This is your chance to mingle, network, and forge meaningful connections within the SCI community over delicious food.

Join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements of SCI alumni as we unveil the inaugural Distinguished Alumni Award. Be inspired by the remarkable contributions of our alumni to the fields of communication and information, and witness the recognition of their exemplary work in shaping the future of our society.

  • Time: 6:00 to 7:30 pm
  • Place: Architecture Building Courtyard, UH Mānoa
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Questions?

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions you have regarding this exciting open-house event.

uhmsci@hawaii.edu

(808) 956-8881