HWST 207 will examine the ahupua'a system: its mythologies, place names, history, poetry and early documents of the Hawaiian nation, as it was conceptualized by the ancient Hawaiians and exploration of its relevance in modern society. The primary focus of this course will be the Hawaiian land division: the Ahupua'a. Through an understanding of the ahupua'a, students will become familiar with perspective on Hawaiian resource management and Hawaiians' relationship with the 'āina. This course will emphasize 'Āina based learning. |
Class Details
Credits: 3
Prereq: A grade of C or higher in HWST 107., Coreq: -
Courses: HAWAIIAN STUDIES (HWST)
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