How much do foreign students bring into Hawaii’s economy? According to guest speaker Dr. Joel Weaver, Director of the Hawaii English Language Program-HELP at the University of Hawaii, their net contribution to our local economy nets at more than $160 million in tuition, fees, room and board. Now that’s something to think about.
(Joel assisted Nancy Walden in coordinating FLO student Phearun Chhorn’s visa and enrollment into UH. Nancy described Phearun’s excitement at attending UH, “Everyday I have homework! I’m learning!”)
Sunrise Beach Social, October 3
Bring friends and family to our new member social at Kim Green’s home on Kailua Beach. Bring beach attire, drinks and a dish to share. October 3, 3-5pm, 562E North Kalaheo. Email kim@dephawaii.com to rsvp.
Rotary Gives Thanks, October 20
Mark your calendars for our Palama Settlement Reading Project
on October 20th. Volunteer with janicehtaketa@mac.com and dawns@cbpacific.com
The Price of Fame
Dave Erdman, President of PacRim Marketing Group, Inc. and PRTech, LLC was featured by PBN on the front page, inside front page and an inside spread in PBN. Dave has graciously agreed to donate $300 for his “priceless” publicity.
