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Housing Rules and Protocols
If you have questions about housing or protocols, you may call EWC Housing at 808-944-7960 or email housing@eastwestcenter.org.
Archive of Key Housing Updates sent via the RAVE Emergency Alert Notifications System (click to expand)
Jan 21, 2021 — Covid19 App, Meditation event
Jan. 14, 2021 — Taking care of your mental health
Jan. 7, 2021 — Spring Semester starts, Hale Halawai restrictions
Dec. 31, 2020 — Rumors concerning new strain of coronavirus & student housing
Dec. 24, 2020 — Holiday message from the EWC President
Dec. 17, 2020 — Winter Travel and Self-isolation reminders over winter break
Dec. 3, 2020 — Vaccine approved, Continental US cases spiking, Ho’opuka next week
Nov. 25, 2020 — Thanksgiving travel/gatherings, Temperature Screening procedures
Nov. 13, 2020 — COVID-19 Testing from 4-6PM today
Nov. 10, 2020 — Information on Testing and Resident Townhall
Nov. 5, 2020 — Mental health support
Oct. 22, 2020 — Hawaii shifts to Tier 2, NO change in EWC policies
Oct. 15, 2020 — EWC Housing off-island travel policy (eff. 10/15)
Oct. 8, 2020 — State of Hawaii travel policy
Oct. 1, 2020 — Access to Hale Halawai; Updated procedure for EWC student who tests positive for COVID-19
Sep. 24, 2020 — Hawaii COVID-19 rules modified and extended; EWC Housing rules on in-person gatherings; EWC Food Pantry
Sep. 17, 2020 — Community health & working together
Sep. 10, 2020 — Extension of Hawaii stay-at-home order; outdoor activities; EWC Food Pantry; EWC kitchen rules; EWC Housing policy on visitors; free COVID-19 testing at UHM
Aug. 26, 2020— New Stay at home order goes into effect tomorrow & drive-thru testing
Aug. 20, 2020 — Courses to start next week with new “total prohibition” of social gatherings
Aug. 13, 2020 — Surge in local cases; UH course delivery format updates
July 30, 2020 — New cases attributed to “community spread” and non-essential travel discouraged
June 18, 2020 — New visa restrictions expected, reminder on dormitory visitor policy.
June 4, 2020 — Rapid decline in COVID-19 cases, but please remain vigilant.
May 26, 2020 — EWC administrative buildings to remain closed through June 30
May 22, 2020 — Reminder on EWC visitor policy
May 19, 2020 — Gov. Ige’s 4-phase Reopening Strategy Released
May 18, 2020 — Reminder on 3-person social gathering limit
May 15, 2020 — Governor’s “Safer at Home” policy extended to June 30
May 14, 2020 — Tips on celebrating the end of the semester safely
May 13, 2020 — EWC housing not accepting new reservations or returning students until further notice
May 11, 2020 — Social distancing in kitchens & end of semester notice
May 5, 2020 — UH announces plans to resume (modified) in-person instruction in the Fall
May 4, 2020 — Planning for end of semester and summer
April 20, 2020 — Department of Health (DOH) website links
April 8, 2020 — Personal Emergency plans due today, additional masks available
April 7, 2020 — Personal Emergency plans form reminder, masks mandatory in Burns Hall
April 3, 2020 — Free masks available to staff and students, masks strongly recommended
April 2, 2020 — Mask shortage and EWC efforts to secure mask donations
April 1, 2020 — Room changes to facilitate social distancing in dorms, UH summer session 1 online
March 29, 2020 — “Stay at Home” order to help flatten the curve, Covid-19 info in multiple languages
March 26, 2020 — Housing occupancy at 37%, classes resume (online), health tips
Food Resources
Guidelines for Delivery
For participants undergoing full quarantine: Delivery drivers should go to Lincoln Hall and call the phone number that is located on the front door. Please note this in delivery instructions section, if available.
Please Note: The Lincoln Hall front desk is not always staffed. If a delivery is attempted and there is no one at the front desk, a housing staff from Hale Manoa will walk to Lincoln Hall to receive and deliver the items. Depending on the time of day, this may delay your delivery.
- In all cases, it is recommended that you call the Lincoln Hall front desk to let them know that they should expect a delivery. If there is no one at the Lincoln Hall front desk, your call will automatically forward to the Hale Manoa front desk.
- Deliveries must arrive between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
- The preferred time for delivery is between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m
For participants undergoing self-isolation: Participants undergoing self-isolation may collect deliveries themselves at the side entrance of Lincoln Hall. Please be sure to follow strict social distancing guidelines when receiving orders. We recommend no direct hand offs and mask wearing at all times.
For all Lincoln Hall residents: Residents in self-isolation may not receive deliveries on behalf of another resident. If an item needs to be delivered directly to a resident’s room because they are in quarantine, it must be delivered by Housing Staff.
Buddies will not be permitted to enter the building under any circumstances. If an item needs to be delivered directly to a resident’s room because they are in quarantine, Housing Staff will bring it up.
Buddies delivering items to self-isolating students should have no direct hand-offs during delivery. Instead, each should follow social distancing guidelines, wear face masks, drop-off the items at the side-entrance of Lincoln Hall, and wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after the drop-off.
Food Delivery
Use these delivery services to select from many different restaurants in your area and get food delivered to your door. Visit their websites for more information. (May have to create an account.) Delivery fees will vary between restaurants and services. Delivery address for Lincoln Hall is: 1821 East-West Rd, Honolulu, HI 96848
Bite Squad
Website: https://www.bitesquad.com/
Note: An account must be made with Bite Squad to order delivery. Please visit their website to create an account. Bite Squad app is available for download on iOS and Android.
DoorDash
Website: https://www.doordash.com/en-US
Note: An account must be made with DoorDash to order delivery. Please visit their website to create an account. DoorDash app is available for download on iOS and Android.
Postmates
Website: https://www.postmates.com/
Note: An account must be made with Postmates to order delivery. Please visit their website to create an account. Postmates app is available for download on iOS and Android.
UberEats
Website: https://www.ubereats.com/
Note: An account must be made with Uber Eats to order delivery. Please visit their website to create an account. UberEats app is available for download on iOS and Android.
Grocery Delivery
Down to Earth (Organic, Vegetarian Health Foods Store)
2525 S. King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
Delivery Website: https://www.mercato.com/shop/down-to-earth-honolulu
Delivery Hours: Mon – Sun, 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Phone: (808) 947-7678
Delivery: $10 delivery minimum. Delivery fee ranges from $4.99 to $5.49 depending on delivery time of day.
Note: An account with Mercato (delivery service used by Down to Earth) must be made to order delivery. You may make an account at: https://www.mercato.com/checkout. More information on Mercato delivery can be found at: http://help.mercato.com/support/solutions/folders/24000010429.
Foodland
Delivery Website: https://shop.foodland.com/how-it-works
Delivery Hours: Mon – Sun, 9:00AM – 11:00AM / 7:00PM – 11:00PM
Phone: (808) 949-2998 (Ala Moana location)
Delivery: Free delivery on your first order with a $50 minimum (no code needed at checkout). For returning customers:
Free delivery on orders of $250 or more.
Delivery fee of $4.95 on orders between $150 and $249.99
Delivery fee of $9.95 on orders $149.99 and lower
Note: An account with Foodland must be made to order delivery. You may make an account at: https://shop.foodland.com/my-account#!/create?next=%2Fmy-account.
Instacart
Delivery Website: https://www.instacart.com/grocery-delivery/hi/near-me-in-honolulu-hi
Note: Instacart is a delivery app that allows you to shop from local grocery stores, specialty retailers and pharmacies. Use area code 96848. An account with Instacart must be made to order delivery and may be made at the website link above. Instacart app is available for download on iOS and Android.
Shipt
Delivery Website: https://www.shipt.com/
Note: Shipt is a delivery app that allows you to shop from local grocery stores, specialty retailers and pharmacies. Important: Use Lincoln Hall address and area code 96822. Delivery from the following stores available from: Petco, Safeway, Target, Times Supermarket. An account with Shipt must be made to order delivery and may be made at the website link above. Shipt app is available for download on iOS and Android.
Other Resources
Food-A-Go-Go
Website: https://foodagogo.org/restaurants/
Food-A-Go-Go is a free community resource with the latest information on restaurants that are open for takeout, delivery or curbside pickup during the COVID-19 pandemic, and where to find local produce and food product. Visit the website above to find a list of restaurants offering delivery.
Hawaii Grinds
Website: https://www.hawaiigrinds.com/home/
Hawaii Grinds is a crowdsourced database of restaurants in Hawaii that are offering takeout, delivery, or gift card sales, allowing you to feed your family while also supporting Hawaii businesses. Visit the website above to find a list of local restaurants offering delivery.
Health Resources
Bring your insurance ID card and a picture ID card with you to all in-person medical appointments. Note: If you need to see a physician specialist (e.g., dermatologist, neurologist) and do not know one in Honolulu, the easiest method may be to request a referral from one of the staff physicians at the University Health clinic or Straub Doctors on Call. Click to expand the items listed below:
Clinics and Hospitals
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice.
University Health Services Manoa (0.2 mi)
1710 East-West Road
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-956-8965 | Fax: 1-808-956-0853
After Hours Medical Care: 1-808-956-8965
Email: UHSM@hawaii.edu
Website: https://www.hawaii.edu/shs/
The University Health Services Manoa is a General Medical & Specialty Clinic. It also provides Immunizations, Laboratory, Pharmacy, and Travel Medicine.
Specialty Clinic: 1-808-956-6221
Pharmacy: 1-808-956-3576
Note: Telehealth appointments are available. Call (808) 956-8965 to schedule an appointment.
Kaiser Permanente – Honolulu Medical Office (2.5 mi)
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-432-2000
Website: https://kpinhawaii.org/
For injuries or illnesses requiring prompt treatment (but not a medical emergency), call for same-day appointment in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine. You can also schedule online at kp.org/appointments. Emergency, Urgent care, and After-hours Care is available at the Moanalua Medical Center (8.4 mi).
Note: Kaiser Permanente has convenient ways to get care in Hawaii. You can receive a medical appointment through Telehealth or In-person. To access all your online care options, log in or create a kp.org account.
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children (1.9 mi)
(An affiliate of Hawaii Pacific Health)
1319 Punahou Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
Hours of Operation & Emergency Room: Open 24 hours
Telephone: 1-808-983-6000
Website: https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/kapiolani/
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children ensures the care of Hawaii’s women and children. Specialty services include: 24-hour emergency pediatric care, maternal-fetal medicine and women’s health services.
Note: Telehealth and in-person appointments can be made online through https://mychart.hawaiipacifichealth.org/.
For more information on updates, visit https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/hph-covid-19-updates/.
COVID-19 drive-up testing can be conducted at Hawaii Pacific Health’s four medical centers. Patients will need a doctor’s order for the test, along with a valid form of identification and an insurance card.
Directions: 1319 Punahou Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96826 (Located in the driveway off of Punahou Street (entrance on Bingham Street)
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM / Saturday-Sunday & Holidays: 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Longs Drugs (CVS Pharmacy) – Minute Clinic (1.3 mi)
2470 South King Street
Honolulu, HI 96826
Hours of Operation: Mon – Wed: 8:30AM – 1:00PM & 2:00PM – 7:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM – 1:00PM & 2:00PM – 7:30PM
Sat: 9:00AM – 1:00PM & 1:30PM – 5:30PM
Sun: 9:00AM – 1:00PM & 1:30PM – 4:30PM
Telephone: 1-808-947-2651
Website: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/clinic-locator/hi/honolulu/9954.html
Note: Minute Clinic is a walk-in clinic located inside Longs Drugs (CVS Pharmacy) which offers services similar to urgent care. In-person appointments may be made by visiting their website.
Planned Parenthood – Honolulu Health Center (2.7 mi)
839 South Beretania Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat: 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Thur: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-769-0045 | Fax: 1-206-788-8339
Website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/
Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education.
Straub Medical Center (3.1 mi)
(An affiliate of Hawaii Pacific Health)
888 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Hours of Operation & Emergency Room: Open 24 hours
Telephone: 1-808-522-4000
Website: https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/straub/
Straub Medical Center is home to the Pacific only multi-disciplinary burn treatment center. Straub brings in new technologies and innovative medical practices to Hawaii, such as minimally invasive cardiac surgery, total joint replacement, and vascular surgery.
Note: Telehealth and in-person appointments can be made online through https://mychart.hawaiipacifichealth.org/.
For more information on updates, visit https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/hph-covid-19-updates/.
COVID-19 drive-up testing can be conducted at Hawaii Pacific Health’s four medical centers. Patients will need a doctor’s order for the test, along with a valid form of identification and an insurance card.
Directions: 826 South King Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 968213. (Located next to Straub Medical Center parking garage)
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM / Saturday-Sunday & Holidays: 9:00AM – 2:00PM
The Queen’s Medical Center (3.3 mi)
1301 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Hours of Operation and Emergency Room: Open 24 hours
Telephone: 1-808-691-1000
Website: www.queens.org
Located in downtown Honolulu, Queen’s serves as the major referral center for cancer, heart disease, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, emergency medicine and behavioral health, and has the only organ transplantation program in the State of Hawaii. Queen’s is also the state’s designated trauma center – – the first and only Level I trauma center in Hawaii.
Note: Request an appointment via Telehealth or In-person: 808-691-8200.
Queen’s COVID-19 Infoline is open 24/7. To schedule a COVID-19 testing, call to make an appointment: 808-691-2619.
Urgent Care
If you think you have been exposed to COVID‑19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice.
Queen’s Island Urgent Care – Kapahulu (2.9 mi)
449 Kapahulu Avenue, Suite 104
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 8:00PM
Sunday – Saturday: 8:00AM – 8:00PM
Telephone: 808-735-0007
Website: https://www.queens.org/services/queens-island-urgent-care/home
Island Urgent Care Kapahulu provides care for minor emergencies including allergic reactions, asthma, cough/cold, dehydration, flu, fractures, migraines, pre-employment physicals, school/sports, sprains/strains, stitches.
Note: No appointment needed. All walk-ins are welcome.
Straub Medical Center – Doctors on Call – Sheraton Waikiki (2.8 mi)
2255 Kalakaua Avenue
Manor Wing #1
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
Hours of Operation: Sunday – Saturday (including holidays): 10:00AM – 8:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-971-6000 | Fax: 1-808-971-6041
Website: https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/services/urgent-care-walk-in-clinics/
Open daily, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. Straub Medical Center- Doctors on Call at Sheraton Waikiki offer a broad range of non-emergency medical care, including diagnosis and treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, laboratory services and X-ray.
Note: No emergency services. If you believe you have an emergency, call 911 or go immediately to the closest hospital emergency room.
Straub Medical Center-Ward Village Clinic & Urgent Care (3.4 mi)
1001 Queen Street, Suite 102
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Primary Care Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 6:00PM
Urgent Care Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00AM – 8:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-462-5200 | Fax: 1-808-462-5299
Website: https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/services/urgent-care-walk-in-clinics/
Straub Medical Center – Ward Village Clinic & Urgent Care brings convenient, high-quality, personalized health care to the people living and working in this community.
Note: No emergency services. If you believe you have an emergency, call 911 or go immediately to the closest hospital emergency room.
Straub Virtual Urgent Care
Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday: 8:00AM – 8:00PM
Website: https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/straub/virtual-urgent-care/
Through Straub Virtual Urgent Care, you have access to physician consultation, diagnosis, treatment and prescription refills for a broad range of non-emergency conditions.
Pharmacies
Over the counter medications are made available at all locations. Prescription medication must be referred to by a medical professional.
CVS Pharmacy – Longs Drugs Manoa (1.6 mi)
2750 Woodlawn Drive
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
Hours of Operation for Pharmacy: Monday – Sunday: 7:00AM – 9:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-2151
Sign-up or log-in online on your CVS account to receive prescription delivery and pre-sorted Rx packs: https://www.cvs.com/pharmacy/v2/#/pharmacy
Kaiser Permanente – Honolulu Medical Office (2.5 mi)
1010 Pensacola Street, 1st Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Hours of Operation for Pharmacy: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 7:00PM / Saturday: 8:00AM – 12:00PM
Information & 24-hour Prescription Refill: 1-808-432-2000 or 1-808-643-7979
Members can refill online or by using mail order services at kp.org/rxrefill. Prescriptions can be delivered at home or pick-up at a pharmacy near you through your account kp.org account.
Pharmacare Hawaii – Kapiolani Medical Center (1.8 mi)
1319 Punahou Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
(Located on the first floor near the elevators to the Physicians Office Tower)
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:30AM – 5:00PM / Saturday: 8:30AM – 2:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-840-5670 | Fax: 1-808-973-1400
Website: https://www.pharmacarehawaii.com/
Note: Contact Pharmacare Hawaii at 808-840-5620 for more information on home delivery prescription.
Mental Health Services
Counseling & Student Development Center (0.4 mi)
2600 Campus Rd
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
Queen Liliuokalani Center for Student Services, Room 312
Honolulu, HI 96822
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 4:30PM
Telephone: 1-808-956-7927
Website: http://manoa.hawaii.edu/counseling/
Counseling and Student Development Center (CSDC) serves the mental health needs of students at UH Manoa. Services include clinical counseling and assessment services, crisis intervention, and psychiatry, outreach, consultation and peer fellows.
Note: In order to prevent spread of infection, the CSDC encourages students who are sick or not feeling well to avoid coming into the CSDC for services. Rather, students are encouraged to contact the CSDC by phone and our staff will help the student arrange for appropriate services if they are unable to come in.
Other Resources
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call or chat: 1-800-273-8255
Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Hawaiʻi Text Hotline
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/aloha
Text ALOHA to 741741
Crisis Line of Hawaiʻi
Call: 808-832-3100
http://health.hawaii.gov/amhd/consumer/access/
Resources
Website: www.ulifeline.org/
Website: https://www.settogo.org/
Dental Services
Aloha Medical Mission (3.9 mi)
200 N. Vineyard Blvd
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Hours of Operation: Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Wed: 8:00PM – 7:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-947-3400 | Fax: 1-808-847-3443
Website: https://alohamedicalmission.org/what-we-do/dental-clinic/
Services Provided: Exams, cleanings, fillings and extractions.
Note: This is a free dental service available to low-income individuals. A picture ID must be brought showing evidence of your last 3 months of income such as monthly stipend or pay stubs.
Kalihi-Palama Health Center – Dental Clinic (4.9 mi)
915 North King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Hours of Operation: Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Wed: 8:00PM – 7:00PM
Telephone: 1-808-945-0686
Website: http://www.kphc.org/patient/dental/
Services Provided: Comprehensive oral exams, cleanings, dentures, infection control, consultation, basic restorative care (fillings, crowns), and urgent care. In addition, certain oral surgery and root canal therapy, and referral assistance for specialty care (e.g., wisdom teeth removal, implants, root canal therapy, braces, periodontal/gum surgery).
Note: This is a dental service available to low-income individuals. Emergency “walk-ins” are accepted for people in pain. However, you need to arrive by 7:45AM or you will likely be unable to see a dentist that day. A picture ID must be brought showing evidence of your last 3 months of income such as monthly stipend/pay stubs, current tax return, or bank account statements showing monthly income deposits. From this information the clinic will determine the cost of services provided to you.
Waikiki Health Medical & Dental – Makahiki (1.7 mi)
935 Makahiki Way
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
Hours of Operation: Mon, Wed & Fri: 8:00AM – 4:30PM
Tue & Thurs: 8:00PM – 6:30PM
Telephone: 1-808-922-4787
Website: https://waikikihc.org/locations/makahiki/
Services Provided: Exams, x-rays, cleanings, dietary counseling, oral cancer screening, fillings, root canal therapy, oral surgery, crowns and bridges, dentures and partials, pediatric dental care, periodontal therapy and emergency care.
Note: Patients should call ahead to schedule an appointment. Same day appointments may be available. Medicaid, Medicare and most private insurance plans are accepted. A sliding fee scale is available for patients without insurance. Please speak with a patient service representative for further details.
Technology
Laptop Computer and Technology Considerations
If you are bringing a laptop, cell phone, camera or other electronic device, be sure to pack all your chargers. Many chargers for these devices are now dual voltage (110-220, verify what is printed on your devices) and can be used anywhere in the world. You will need to have a plug adaptor that works in the United States. We strongly advise you purchase the appropriate adaptors or converters in your country before departing for the program. For information on voltage and plugs, please see: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/world-electricity-guide.html. Lincoln Hall where you will be staying does not have an international adaptor.
SIM Cards
SIM cards can be purchased at any T-Mobile location, which you can find at any large shopping malls. The lowest price for a SIM card starts at US$53.00, which is for one month of unlimited call, text and data. Although you must have an unlocked mobile phone in order to purchase a SIM card, there is no guarantee that a T-Mobile SIM card will work on all unlocked mobile phone.
Events & Activities
Special EWC community events and activities are being coordinated through the EWC Education Program. If you have questions about the schedule of events, or if you would like to host an event, please contact Robert Moore at moorer@eastwestcenter.org.
Event descriptions and information will be posted here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1c34eyGS-BcvMuzj1wsZl_52HMjcH16Lp
Additional Resources
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- COVID-19 Guidelines from UH
- NEW: These guidelines have been announced for fall 2020: https://www.hawaii.edu/covid19-guidelines/
- COVID-19 FAQs and Emergency Contacts:
- EWC FAQs including what to do if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- EWC Housing contact email, which EWC staff regularly and frequently monitor: housing@eastwestcenter.org.
- EWC Housing phone number: 944-7960. For reports on matters of immediate concern, such as residents not complying with social distancing rules or smoking in the building, we urge you to call rather than email, even during working hours.
- Mental Health:
- “Mental Health Awareness: Keeping Your Screen Time Healthy,” from the BBC: https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-52712532
- “How to Stay Optimistic When Everything Seems Wrong,” from the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/29/smarter-living/coronavirus-how-to-stay-optimistic-.html
- Resources for staying well from Kaiser Permanente, with self-care tools, tips, and activities: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/mental-health/tools-resources?kp_shortcut_referrer=kp.org/selfcare
- Information about keeping healthy and boosting your immune system: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention
- EWC Participant Association mental health and stress relief list: https://content.getrave.com/content/5958154/b0e6c8eb-04ae-4fda-8b24-c52d32318225/8d91da0e-b462-4c5b-815f-570227036179/Support_Resources_for_EWC_Students.pdf
- Other Useful Information:
- July 6 Visa Restriction Announcement: https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/sevp-modifies-temporary-exemptions-nonimmigrant-students-taking-online-courses-during
- Presidential proclamation concerning visa restrictions: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/proclamation-suspending-entry-aliens-present-risk-u-s-labor-market-following-coronavirus-outbreak/
- Gov. Ige’s reopening strategy: https://governor.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/EMBARGOED_Gov_Reopening-Presentation-Slide-Deck_18-May-2020-1206-PM.pdf
- “How to Work from Home – Comfortably,” from the BBC: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200508-how-to-work-from-home-comfortably-ergonomic-tips-covid-19
- Social Distancing: How to approach those not taking social distancing seriously: https://time.com/5819816/coronavirus-social-distancing/
- Hawai‘i: State of Hawai‘i Department of Health updates, resources and information (now available in 8 different languages): https://hawaiicovid19.com/
- Hawai‘i: Resource from Oahu Community Resilience with information, links, and FAQs: https://www.oneoahu.org
- Symptoms: CDC information about symptoms and protecting yourself: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/index.html
- Emergency Planning: The CDC has put together this guide for emergency planning
- Cybersecurity: Info about scams related to COVID-19: https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2020/03/06/defending-against-covid-19-cyber-scams
- East-West Center Student information: https://ewcparticipantinfo.org/
- State of Hawai‘i Safe Travel information: https://safetravels.hawaii.gov/
- Information on the Hawaiian Islands: https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/oahu
Useful Contacts
Hale Manoa Front Desk: 808-944-7960. Available 24 hours.
EWC Quarantine Support Committee: send email to moorer@eastwestcenter.org
University of Hawaiʻi Student Health Services: 808-956-8965
University of Hawaiʻi Registrar: 808-956-8010
University of Hawaiʻi International Student Services: 808-956-8613