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University of Hawaii - West Oahu Creative Media The program recognizes evolving technology that drives creation and media platforms.

The Creative Media degree offers concentrations in General Creative Media, Communications and New Media Technologies, Design and Media and Game Design and Development. Students who chose to study creative media will receive an innovative educational experience that weaves art and design, narrative, information science, and technologies necessary for a broad range of careers in government and non-g

overnment organizations, educational institutions, technological firms and private firms and agencies. The program recognizes evolving technology drives content creation and emerging media platforms. While honoring both art and media’s foundations, UH West O‘ahu’s Creative Media program embraces digital media literacy experienced through video, animation, video games, design, social media, web and app development, virtual and augmented reality, other forms of media communication and design and digital storytelling. The Bachelor of Arts in Creative Media degree, concentration in General Creative Media, is offered via distance education to our students who reside on the neighbor islands and have completed the first two years of coursework from a neighbor island in a Media/Art program at a community college within the UH system.

03/07/2025

Guess who’s back? Our amazing alumni! ✨ From leading projects to teaching classes, they’re proving that once you’re part of our creative ‘ohana, you never really leave. Welcome home, storytellers!

Top L-R: Kureha P., Media Specialist @ UH (Fall 2020), Mavric M., Media Technology Specialist @ UH (Spring 2022), Stephan B., Media Specialist @ UH (Fall 2022), Ku‘u K., Communications Specialist @ Kamehameha Schools (Fall 2016), Janelle S., Program Manager @ UH (Fall 2017)
Bottom L-R: Gabby N., Project Manager/Media Specialist @ UH (Spring 2023), Walter JD, UH Lecturer and Freelance (Fall 2020), Nadine C., Multimedia Specialist @ UH (Spring 2022), Micah N., Freelance Filmmaker (Spring 2022)

12/25/2024

Another Christmas goes down in the books, and with it, another year of cherished memories, adventures and fun. From our early days of celebrating to where we are now, each holiday has been a reminder of the joy that comes with togetherness and the beauty of “traditions”, old and new.

Here’s to the years we’ve spent making moments that matter, and to all the Christmases yet to come. Thank you, from the bottom of my our (my) heart, for being a part of this amazing journey, and may your holidays be filled with magic, warmth and plenty of cheer.

11/01/2024

🎃✨ Our Feathery Friends didn’t just turn heads—they turned Halloween into a hoot! From spooky struts to glam bird portraits that are equal parts fierce and freaky, our team went all-in on Halloween magic.

Bonus treat: Catch every wing-flap, wobble, and cackle that brought our beak chic to life. Trust us, this behind-the-scenes glimpse will ruffle your feathers in the best way! 👻

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10/25/2024

𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘: Dr. Brad Ashburn 🌟

This week, we’re excited to highlight one of the most innovative minds at UH West O‘ahu—Dr. Brad Ashburn! 🎬🔬 With a PhD in Chemistry and an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Dr. Ashburn brings a unique focus on the intersection of art and science, particularly in the physical sciences and computer programming. His expertise bridges the gap between creativity and analytical thinking, giving students a fresh perspective on how these worlds connect.

Dr. Ashburn’s interdisciplinary approach allows students to explore how science and technology can fuel artistic expression, empowering them to craft projects that are both technically sound and creatively rich. His dedication to fostering this blend of art and science has made a profound impact on our students and the UH West O‘ahu community. 💻✨

We’re grateful for the insights and mentorship Dr. Ashburn provides and look forward to the continued innovation he inspires!

Stay tuned for more Faculty Feature Fridays as we celebrate the incredible educators who make UH West O‘ahu so special!

08/22/2024

The final: Faculty

Our partnership isn't just about teaching academic subjects; it's about creating life-changing experiences where multiple perspectives converge to foster an environment where students truly thrive. This was a resounding theme amongst our faculty members from the Creative Media program and Math and Science departments.

By intertwining art/creative meida with STEM in our everyday curriculum, we're not only making these fields more accessible and engaging, but we're empowering students to carry this knowledge forward, create new insights, and tackle future challenges with both technical expertise and creative vision. Read more about this partnership and the impact it has already made to both programs by clicking on the link in our bio.

07/09/2024

POV: You’re at the TSA checkpoint behind one of our Communications and New Media students. Their bag is packed with video cameras, laptops, storyboards, tripods, and all the essentials to create magic on the go. They are ready to capture the moment whenever and whereever! 🚀📸✨

What do you travel with? Let us know in the comments below. For more info about our concentrations, click on the link in our bio.

07/02/2024

POV: You’re at the TSA checkpoint behind one of our Design and Media student. Their bag is packed with sketchbooks, colored pencils, their Ipads, laptops, and design portfolios. Ready to turn every destination into an inspiration! 🚀🎨✨

What do you travel with? Let us know in the comments below. For more info about our concentrations, click on the link in our bio.

06/17/2024

No matter what a dad is called, the bond between a father and his children transcends language and culture. A dad is a pillar of strength, a source of wisdom, and a provider of unconditional love. The words may differ, but the sentiment remains the same. It’s the guiding hand, the comforting presence, and the unwavering support that helps us navigate through life’s challenges.

As a creative media graduate and a brand new dad, youʻre discovering the incredible joys and challenges of fatherhood. It’s a role that demands creativity, patience, and unconditional love - all skills that youʻve honed throughout your journey in the creative industry.

Today, we want to celebrate all the new fathers out there who are embarking on this life-changing adventure. Being a dad is the most rewarding creative project of your lives.

06/11/2024

Happy King Kamehameha Day! To honor our King, we shed light to his reign, and how this day came to be. Today is the last day of celebrations on the island of Oʻahu, so there will be a tribute to King Kamehameha I today, at the statue in front of Aliʻiōlani Hale, at 9:00-9:30 am. If you’re on a different island, please check outhttps://sfca.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Kamehameha-Ad-1-2024-Print.pdf for more festivities happening near you!

05/20/2024

Attention all new and incoming creative media majors at Oahu! If you’re in need of financial support to acquire your essential equipment like a laptop, camera, or hard drive, we have great news for you. We are offering four equipment scholarships exclusively for new and incoming Creative Media students. Two scholarships are available for new four-year students, and the other two are designated for new transfer students. Each scholarship is valued up to $1500. To apply, simply click on the application link in our bio. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! The application deadline is July 31 2024, and scholarship winners will be announced by August 12th. Wishing you the best of luck!

05/10/2024

To all our moms who were/are in our creative media program! From editing baby photos with those premium presets to applying those graphic design skills to create the most unique invitations and to capturing those moments on film you are definitely applying your diverse media skills. 😎
You are on the greatest journey of life…MOTHERHOOD and we’re filled with so much pride watching you grow. Your little ones are your most important masterpieces.

And to all mothers out there, thank you…

With love from your Creative Media family 💓

04/09/2024

So many schools from elementary, middle to high school from private to public visited the ACM building this academic year. These campus tours allow students to experience world-class arts and media education opportunities right here in Hawai’i. West O‘ahu proves you don’t have to leave the islands to receive an exceptional college education in creative fields like video production, web design, games, graphic design and so much more. Bringing students onto campus exposes them to our cutting-edge facilities and passionate faculty that make ACMWO a premier destination for an arts degree in the Pacific.

Here are just a few who visited us this academic year!

04/01/2024

Itʻs April already! Oh MY!!! The countdown clock has begun. Be sure to check out this issue for events, capstone and registration info. For folks taking CM 489 - Precapstone in the Fall, be sure to mark your calendars for this semesterʻs precapstone proposal presentations! Learn more about Gabriel Peters, the creator of the infamous ACMO summer games as Kuu catches up with him later this month. Lots of things happening in April, so be sure to check your email for our enewsletter!

If you’d like to sign up for one, please email us at [email protected]

03/04/2024

Ahoy March! Weʻve got a little left of a semester left! Check out this issue for scholarship and fellowship opportunities as you look ahead to Fall registration in April. Ku’u will be catching up with award winning graphic designer, Dexter Corpuz c/o 2022 and the WOW festivals events. Lots of things happening in March, so be sure to check your email for our enewsletter!

If you’d like to sign up for one, please email us at [email protected]

02/27/2024

Free and Open Source Software is a resource to aid programmers and artist alike to create fantastic projects! Softwares like Blender, Wikipedia, Audacity, and Firefox are some examples of free and open software.

Free Software and Open software are technically different, but are often lumped together.

To become free software, the program must meet the four essential freedoms:

1. The freedom to run the program as you wish, for any purpose
2. The freedom to study how the program works, and change it so it does your computing as you wish. Access to the source code is a precondition for this.
3. The freedom to redistribute copies so you can help others
4. The freedom to distribute copies of your modified versions to others. By doing this you can give the whole community a chance to benefit from your changes. Access to the source code is a precondition for this.

To be considered Open software, there are ten requirements a software must meet:

1. Free redistribution
2. Must include source code
3. Must allow modifications and derived works
4. Must permit distribution of software built from the source code
5. No discrimination against persons or groups
6. No discrimination against fields of endeavor
7. No need for an additional license by those who distribute it
8. License must not be specific to a product
9. License must not restrict other software
10. License must be technology-neutral.

We appreciate the hard work that goes into software and how much it helps artist and programmers!

02/20/2024

February is Write a Haiku Month! Haiku is the shortest type of poem, which is why February celebrates Haikus since it’s the shortest month. Who knew?!? Following the 5-7-5 syllable rule, try to write your own haiku in the comments below!

02/13/2024

February celebrates Creative Romance Month! Make your valentine’s happy by being creative in your ways of affection. These statistics point out what men and women expect to receive on the 14th. Be innovative and avoid these gifts!

Write a poem or create a romantic cooking experience. Maybe you could stand outside their window with a jukebox playing your favorite song...

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