STEP's KOAU Pacific Islander Education Conference

STEP and the Pacific Islander Education Conference Planning Committee is delighted to invite you to join us at Claremont/Pomona College. The 2017 Pacific Islander Education Conference will offer inspirational and motivating keynote speakers, informational workshops, and opportunities to share knowledge about our Pacific Islands. Whether you are looking to revitalize your own journey, find guidance for you (and/or your children with their plans for education) or interested in creating community with other Pacific Islanders, there is much in store for you. "When we answer Our Calling, it allows others to hear theirs." 'Amelia Niumeitolu. Our goal is to help motivate, inspire and prepare you for the next steps, whether it is providing information about education decisions, exploring the potential for a new career or just having good conversations about doing something different this year; we hope that you'll accept the invitation to engage with new people, new ideas and new pathways for our collective future.  Complimentary continental breakfast and lunch included for all attendees. Special keynote speakers: * Pastor Iki Tolu Taimi, Senior Pastor of the Gardena Genesis Community Church * Sefa Aina, Interim Director/Associate Dean of Students at Draper Center for Community Partnerships, Pomona College * Kehaulani Vaughn, Interim Associate Dean and Director of the Asian American Resource Center, Pomona College Workshops will focus on the following 6 areas: * Spiritual Health * Education Information * Cultural Understanding * Community Engagement * Financial Wellness * Career/Major Exploration  We are excited to meet you. Register for free! Let us know if you have any questions! See you on May 7th! STEP and the KOAU Education Conference Planning Committee