Pre-Modern Hawai'i

This course is designed to broaden the understanding and appreciation of Hawaii’s oral tradition and its impact on the development of Hawaii’s history during the pre-Western contact era. Emphasis is placed on the lineal descent of significant heredity chiefs of Hawaii, Maui, O’ahu, and Kaua’i. The student will gain deeper appreciation of the importance of Oral tradition and Oratory.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101