Pacific University students performing music as the band "Lolos," at the university's annual Lu'au, under vividly red stage lighting. This photograph was probably taken in 1969 or 1970.
Sue Yokouchi with several other parents and relatives of students getting ready to attend Pacific University's annual Lu'au, circa 1969-1970. Sue Yokouchi was likely the mother of Karen Yokouchi, Pacific University Class of 1972.
A student wearing an aloha shirt and a lei, walking on Pacific University's campus with Old College Hall in the background. Based on other images found with this slide, he was walking to the university's annual Lu'au, probably in 1969 or 1970.
Three female students stringing leis in preparation for one of Pacific University's annual Lu'au celebrations, probably in 1969 or 1970. Leis were used in the performances and were also sold at a concession stand as a fundraiser.
A woman stringing leis in preparation for one of Pacific University's annual Lu'au celebrations, probably in 1969 or 1970. She is likely the mother of one of the student participants, who were members of Haumana O Hawaii (Hawaiian Club).
A male student stands by the windows of Washburn Hall during one of Pacific University's annual Lu'aus, probably in 1969 or 1970. Based on other slides found with this image, he was likely preparing to cover the windows with paper to black them out for the Lu'au performances.
A Pacific University student dressed as the "Queen" of the annual Lu'au, performing a special hula dance. The Queen's dance was a tradition at the Lu'au from the 1960s through the mid-1970s. This photograph was likely taken in 1969 or 1970.
Two women attending Pacific University's annual Lu'au circa 1971. They identified on the original slide as "Parents, Kurahohu, Matsui." One is likely the mother of Jill Hiroko Matsui (Class of 1972).
A vendor selling leis stands by a concession stand at Pacific University's annual Lu'au, probably in 1969 or 1970. Customers are examining the leis. A sign notes the prices: Plumeria leis, $1; Plumeria w/ vanda, $2; Vanda orchid, $2.50; Crown flowers, $1. Revenues from concessions at the Lu'au went towards scholarships for Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaiian Club) students. Students' family members shipped flowers, leaves and other fresh materials by air to supply the event.
A woman wearing a blue and white dress and a lei, standing at a microphone on stage at Pacific University's annual Lu'au. This photograph was likely taken circa 1969-1970.
Pacific University students stringing leis and/or decorations made of flowers and leaves during the university's annual Lu'au circa 1969-1970. Students' family members would ship fresh flowers and produce from Hawai'i via air to Oregon to be used at this event.
The service line for the buffet at Pacific University's annual Lu'au circa 1969-1970. A note on the original slide identifies two of the people in the image as "Maydeen" and "Ray Shr[--?]."
The dinner at Pacific University's annual Lu'au circa 1969-1970. This photograph was taken in Washburne Hall. The original slide is dark and underexposed.
Pacific University students and/or relatives tending the kalua pig roast during the university's annual Lu'au circa 1969-1970. The air appears to be smoky from the fire.
Pacific University students standing in the service line for the buffet at Pacific University's annual Lu'au, circa 1969-1970. A note on the original slide identifies several of the people in the image: Blaine Yata (Class of 1972), Sharon Nonaka (Class of 1974), and Roberta [Klenako?].
Two women examining the fresh flowers for sale at a concession table at Pacific University's annual Lu'au circa 1969-1970. The concession tables were a special part of the Lu'au: parents of Hawaiian students would help ship flowers, fruit, and other goods via air from the islands to the university in order to sell at this event.
