Objective

Timpuyog is a non-profit student run organization which strives to preserve the Ilokano identity through language, literature, and culture. The Timpuyog Organization is comprised of students enrolled within Ilokano and Indo-Pacific courses at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.

We believe in establishing a spirit of pride, emphasizing the advancement of the Ilokano language and culture, and providing opportunities for the meaningful exchanges of ideas.

The objectives of this organization are as follows:

• To serve the needs of students of the Ilokano language and theater program and others interested in the Ilokano the Ilokano language and Philippine culture.
• To promote the Ilokano language and Philippine culture in the community.
• To instill pride in our Ilokano heritage.
• To develop leadership skills among the students.
• To help students develop proficiency in Ilokano and awareness of Filipino traditions and values through meaningful language and culutral activities.
• To serve the community through cultural presentations.
• To encourage Ilokano students to speak Ilokano.
• To serve as role models for our Filipino youth.