Pacific University student Marylee Moon (Class of 1970) getting food at a buffet line, possibly at an event hosted by Pacific University's Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaiian Club) circa 1970-1973.
A group of performers identified by a handwritten note on the original slide as "Haumana O Hawaii Luau Court, 1970." This may however actually date from slightly later, from sometime between 1970-1973. The image shows a part of the annual event called the "Royal Court," in which several students representing the King (wearing a yellow cape) and Queen (wearing white) of Hawaii witnessed dances performed by Princesses (each wearing a different colored dress), who represented the various islands of Hawaii. This photograph appears to have been taken during a rehearsal: the cardboard at the base of the stage would be covered with flowers and greenery during the actual performance.
Pacific University students Don Aina (Class of 1967) and Millie Ah Ching at one of the university's annual Lu'aus, possibly in 1971 or 1972. Millie Ah Ching is wearing a white dress that was usually worn by the symbolic "Queen" of the Luau.
Two Pacific University students, identified on the original slide as Cathy Chung (Class of 1973) and Leila Tong. They are performing at the university's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. Chung is wearing a grass skirt. This photograph appears to have been taken during a rehearsal: the cardboard at the base of the stage would be covered with flowers and greenery during the actual performance.
Four women students performing a Tahitian-style dance in grass skirts at Pacific University's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. They are identified on the original slide as: Lynn Shibuya; Linda Minami (Class of 1972); Leila Tong; and Cathy Chung (Class of 1973).
Male students performing at Pacific University's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. Half of the men are in drag. Four of the performers are identified on the original slide as: Kurtis Saiki (Class of 1974); John Saplan (Class of 1973); Elton Sumida (Class of 1973); and Bill Vincent (Class of 1973). This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
Six students performing on stage at Pacific University's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. They are identified on the original slide from right-to-left as: Gail Miyazono (Class of 1972); Russell Onuma (Class of 1973); [an unidentified student]; Brian Yamamoto (Class of 1972); Jan Olingy (Class of 1973); and Flor Matias (Class of 1972). This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
Three women dancers performing at Pacific University's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. They are wearing green satin dresses. They are identified on the original slide as: Phyllis Hayashida (Class of 1973); Lynn Shibuya; and Cora Watanabe (Class of 1973). This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
A group of singers in colorful clothing accompanied by a male musician on a ukulele at Pacific University's annual Lu'au, probably between 1971-1973. Three of the performers are identified on the original slide as: Mike Ben (Class of 1971); Sue Arisumi; and Mary Aoki. This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
A Pacific University student, identified on the original slide as Millie Ah Ching, performing in a white dress on stage at the university's annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. She may have been the "Queen" of the Luau; this dress was worn in past years by the woman elected as the event's symbolic queen. This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
Five women dancers wearing pink and carrying ipu gourds, on stage at Pacific University's annual Lu'au. This photograph was likely taken between 1971-1973. This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
Four male dancers wearing red malo at Pacific University's annual Lu'au, probably between 1971-1973. They are identified on the original slide from left to right as students and alumni Mike Ben (Class of 1971), John Saplan (Class of 1973), Nathan Kurisu (Class of 1972) and Flor Matias (Class of 1972). This may have been at a rehearsal: the cardboard paper at the base of the stage would be covered with greenery and flowers during the actual performance.
A dancer and musicians on stage at Pacific University's annual Lu'au, probably between 1971-1973 The students are identified on the original slide as: Pat Ribellia (Class of 1969); Art Kalahiki (Class of 1973); Bill Vincent (Class of 1973); and Sharon Nonaka (Class of 1974).
Pacific University students walking towards a performance, possibly at the annual Lu'au between 1971-1973. Two of the students are identified on the original slide as: Glenn Ginoza (Class of 1973) and Richard Hare. The original slide is dark and underexposed.
Pacific University students performing at the annual Lu'au probably between 1971-1973. They are identified on the original slide from left to right as: Leila Tong; Paul Ho; Jan Olingy (Class of 1973); Bill Vincent (Class of 1973); Cathy Chung (Class of 1973); Sheldon Spencer; Jill Matsui (Class of 1972); and Russell Onuma (Class of 1972). The original slide is dark and underexposed.
A student wearing a red striped uniform and white paper cap, serving what appears to be the families of students. This photograph might have been taken in Washburn Hall, possibly during Parents Weekend, circa 1972-1973.
A student wearing a malo practices blowing on a conch shell, in preparation for one of the annual Lu'aus at Pacific University. This photograph was likely taken circa 1972-1973.
Four students eating Hawaiian food at an event hosted by Pacific University's Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaiian Club) circa 1972-1973. Three of the students are identified on the original slide as: Leslie Howell; David Todani (Class of 1973); and James Nakamura (Class of 1972). Nakamura is petting a small dog in the foreground. A house in the background is in the midst of being sided and roofed.
Two women students, one of whom is identified on the original slide as Mary Aoki, climbing stairs at Pacific University. This photograph was likely taken circa 1972-1973.
People who appear to be the relatives of Pacific University students, sitting down at a meal in Washburn Hall circa 1972-1973. This photograph may have been taken at a breakfast on Parents' Weekend, based on other images that were found with the original slide.
A group of Pacific University students, probably Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaiian Club) members, preparing what appear to be programs for an event circa 1972-1973. This photograph may have been taken at the annual Lu'au or at another event hosted by the Club.
Two speakers, possibly relatives of students, speaking at a Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaiian Club) event at Pacific University circa 1972-1973. This photograph may have been taken at the annual Lu'au or at another event hosted by the Club.
