Human Dignity in the Pacific, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Human dignity as understood from a Micronesian perspective, 2024
Christianity in Oceania, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Overview of introduction and shaping of Christianity in the Pacific 2024
The Chamorro Village After Resettlement: The New and the Old, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Spanish resettlement of the Marianas population into villages. 2022
Deep in the Bloodstream: Historical Ties of the Marianas with the Philippines, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Review of the links between the Philippines and the Marianas through history. 2021
Mission in the Marianas, In I Estoria-ta: Guam, the Marianas and Chamorro Culture, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Brief review of the first missionaries in the Marianas and their impact on society. 2021
The FSM Education Sector and the Compact, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Recent educational statistics on FSM and the economic support needed in the future from the US 2019
National College with a Global Mission, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the College of Micronesia, FSM, during its first 25 years. 2018
Suicide in FSM: A New Direction, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Analysis of recent suicide among FSM people at home and on Guam. 2017
The Open Ocean: The Future of Foreign Aid in the Pacific, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Ways in which the small Compact nations might support themselves in the future. 2017
Severe Mental Illness in the Federated States of Micronesia: 25 Year Follow-Up of Mental Illness Survey, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Findings on mentally ill patients in FSM 25 years later.September 2016
Survey of Suicide Over the Last Half-Century: Update on Suicide in FSM, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Study of suicide in FSM and on Guam 2000-2015. 19 pages with tables. 2016
Review of Drug and Alcohol Use Over Time: Federated States of Micronesia 1997-2012, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Comparative rates of drug and alcohol use in FSM. 12 pages with tables. 2016
The Case of Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The major threat to the environment in the Pacific is the desperate need for economic growth. 2015
Resources on Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Listing of major archives and libraries with print and visual materials on Micronesia. 2015
Continuing the Conversation, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Makes the case for dialog between post modernists and traditionalists. 2014
Pathway across the Pacific–and More, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Security in the Pacific as seen from the viewpoint of island nations. 2014
The Early Spanish Period in the Marianas, 1668-1698: Eight Theses, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Addresses commonly held myths about the early Spanish period. 2014
Micronesians on the Move: Eastward and Upward Bound, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Summary of a survey of FSM migrants along with a brief history of post-Compact migration. 2013
Pacific Island Nations: How Viable Are Their Economies?, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Are Pacific Island nations waging a losing battle in their attempt to create self-supporting economies? 2012
Christianity in Micronesia: The Interplay between Church and Culture, by Francis X. Hezel
An overview of what Christianity has brought to the islands 2012
Survey of FSM Migrants to the US Including Guam and CNMI, by Francis X. Hezel
Survey of the FSM migrant population together with their living conditions and financial status. 2012
Christianity and Violence in the Pacific, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Weighs whether Christianity in the Pacific has contributed to or diminished violence in the islands. 2011
Religion in the Marshall Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
A brief review of the main features of religious practice and belief in the Marshalls from traditional to modern times. 2011
Disease in Micronesia: A Historical Survey, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Review of the disease patterns and their effect on mortality over two centuries of contact with the West. 2010
A Life at the Edge of the World, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
American Jesuits in Micronesia and their mission as seen by one Jesuit. 2009
The Cultural Revolution of the 1960s in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
The impact of the cash economy on the family and other social institutions in the islands. 2008
The Man Who was Reputed to be King: David Dean O'Keefe, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Life of the best known trader in the Western Carolines in the 19th century. 2008
Is That the Best You Can Do? A Tale of Two Micronesian Economies, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Evolution of the economies of FSM and the Marshalls over forty years and our expectations for self-reliance. 2006
Keeping The Information Flow Open: A Key Condition for Good Government in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Cultural practices limit transparency and accountability in the islands. 2006
Integration of Catholicism into Guam and its People, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Brief look at the assimilation of Spanish Catholicism and Chamorro culture. 2005
An Overview of the FSM Economy, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
A forecast of FSM's economic future for the next twenty years and beyond. 2003
Thoughts on Community Colleges in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Brief history of the origins of community colleges and suggestions on how they might face the future. 2003
WHO Mental Health Research in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Serious mental illness in Micronesia as presented in four different studies. 2003
Chuuk: Caricature of an Island, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Memorial of a Jesuit to his 25 years on Chuuk. 2003
Health in Micronesia through the Years, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
The transition from infectious diseases to the era of non-communicable diseases. 2003
Examining the consequences of the Money Economy in the Pacific, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
If a growing economy will produce social changes, islanders should anticipate these consequences when making economic choices. 2001
Stepping Stones to Somewhere Else, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Brief description of the social and political context of the church’s work in the islands. 2001
German Catholic Missions in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
German Capuchins in the Carolines and Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in the Marshalls and their contributions. 2001
Suicide on Guam: Putting It in Historical Perspective, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Brief historical review of suicide on Guam. 2001
Statistics on Education in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Statistical data on the schools and their performance throughout the region. 2000
Micronesian Seminar: 25 Years, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Description of MicSem, its mission, and its accomplishments. 1999
American Anthropology's Contribution to Social Problems Research in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Review of the contribution of American anthropologists to research on social problems in Micronesia. 1999
Education for What?, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Summary essay on a discussion held on the purpose of public education. 1998
The Unmaking of the Micronesian Family, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Changes in the family structure and the social problems that have stemmed from them. 1998
Alcohol and Drug Use in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, S.J.
Data on the use of alcohol and drugs by Marshallese based on survey. 1997
Alcohol and Drug Use in the Federated States of Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Data on the use of alcohol and drugs by Micronesians based on survey. 1997
Sustainable Human Development in the Federated States of Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Edwin Q.P. Petteys and Deborah L. Chang
Overview of political, social and economic conditions in FSM. 1997
Good Intentions, Good Enough, by Joseph A. Flear
Observations on the sociocultural aspects of Health Care Delivery in Micronesia 1997
Introduction to Francisco Garcia's Life of Diego Luis de San Vitores, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Offers a brief glimpse of the historical context of San Vitores’ work on Guam. 1996
New Trends in Micronesian Migration, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Michael Levin
Survey of changing patterns of migration ten years after the Compact. 1996
Distribution of Spirit Possession and Trance in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Jay Dobbin
Maps the history of spirit possession and trance throughout the region. 1996
In Search of a Talking Point on Human Rights, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Human rights language, as a product of Western development, may require translation into more terms more compatible with island cultures. 1995
The Struggle for Justice...But Under Whose Terms?, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The goals of the struggle for justice can be better achieved by using island terms. 1995
A Second Look at FSM Migration to Guam, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Review of migration data in view of a recent Guam bill to limit welfare benefits to migrants. 1995
Congeries of Spirits, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Essay on the pre-christian religions in Micronesia. 1995
The Church in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Historical sketch of the Jesuit mission through the 20th century. 1995
Possession and Trance in Chuuk, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Jay Dobbin
Traces the evolution of spirit possession in Chuuk from planned to spontaneous, while showing the changes in how possession functions. 1995
When the Wind Blows, the Islands will Rock, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
A critical look at the new religious movements in the Pacific. 1994
Changes in the Pohnpeian Family: 1950-1990, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Summary of research on the changes in basic social institutions on Pohnpei after the war. 1992
The Changing Family in Chuuk: 1950-1990, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Innocente Oneisom
Summary of research on the changes in basic social institutions in Chuuk after the war. 1992
Schizophrenia and Chronic Mental Illness in Micronesia: An Epidemiological Survey, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Michael Wylie
Survey of mental illness throughout FSM, Palau and the Marshalls. 1992
The Expensive Taste for Modernity: Caroline and Marshall Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Review of the major economic changes in the islands throughout their history, highlighting some of the social and political consequences. 1992
The Cruel Dilemma: Money Economies in the Pacific, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The ways in which a cash economy impacts on island life and how the church might respond. 1992
Spirit Possession in Chuuk: A Socio-Cultural Interpretation, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Explains Chuukese spirit possession as a cultural strategy for dealing with family problems. 1992
Recolonizing Islands and Decolonizing History, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Reflections on the historiography of the Pacific. 1991
The Price of Education in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Schools are a costly feature of modern society and have negative consequences on the islands’ struggling economies. 1989
The Great Flight Northward: FSM Migration to Guam, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Thomas McGrath
Analysis of migration to Guam during the first years of the Compact. 1989
What Can We Do to Prevent Suicide?, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Suggestions for suicide prevention strategies. 1989
Suicide in the Micronesian Family, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The changes in the extended family brought about by the rise of the cash economy contributed to the rise in suicide. 1989
New Directions in Pacific History: A Practitioner's Critical View, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Reactions to the new canons governing Pacific history. 1988
From Conquest to Colonization: Spain in the Marianas 1690-1740, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the later period of Spanish rule in the Marianas. 1988
Let's Have the Meal Today Rather Than the Fishing Industry Tomorrow, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Local governments are perpetuating the old habits of spending for consumption money that could be used for economic development. 1987
Serving the Poor in Micronesia: One Approach, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The church’s mission of working with the poor sometimes involves public education. 1987
The Effects of Modernization on Three Areas of Island Life, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Modernization imposes difficult choices, especially regarding gender equality, fairness to those outside the family, and balance of concern between the household and the extended family. 1987
In Search of the Social Roots of Mental Pathology in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The high rates of mental illness and suicide might be related to stress generated by cultural conflict and change. 1986
Micronesian Emigration: The Brain Drain in Palau, Marshalls and the Federated States, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ, with Michael Levin
Historical survey of migration from the early trusteeship. 1986
Historical Sketch of the Caroline-Marshall Mission of the New York Province, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Brief history of the Jesuit mission in Micronesia from the end of World War II. 1986
Truk Suicide Epidemic and Social Change, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Explains the causes and psychodynamics of Micronesian suicide. 1986
How Much is Enough? US Aid and Free Association, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Island governments are neglecting the long-range vision of self-reliance in their attempt to gain access to US federal programs. 1985
Schools in Micronesia Prior to American Administration, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the growth of education in Micronesia up to World War II. 1985
In the Aftermath of the Education Expolosion, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Results of the follow-up survey of all Chuukese high school graduates done in 1984. 1985
Journey of Faith: Blessed Diego of the Marianas, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Short biography of Diego Luis de San Vitores. 1985
A Brief Economic History of Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the cash economy through the colonial period to the end of trusteeship with figures and tables of exports and imports. 1984
Cultural Patterns in Trukese Sucide, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Presents the close cultural pattern in suicides among Chuukese. 1984
Jesuit Martyrs in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Account of the deaths of the 20 Jesuits who were killed in the course of their missionary work in the islands. 1983
Youth Drinking in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Summary of a conference on youth drinking in the islands. 1982
From Conversion to Conquest: The Early Spanish Mission in the Marianas, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the Marianas from the arrival of missionaries to the end of the fighting between Spanish and Chamorros. 1982
Yesterday's Myths, Today's Realities, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The old dreams of self-reliance are yielding to the demands for more jobs and consumer goods. 1980
The New Formula for Self-Reliance, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Islanders today have come to believe that self-reliance does not require any cutback in lifestyle or the flow of money into the islands. 1979
In the Wake of Foam and Blood, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Account of hostilities in 1565 between Spanish on the San Lucas and Chuukese people. 1979
The Education Explosion in Chuuk, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Results of a survey of all high school graduates showing the rapid expansion of education in Chuuk. 1978
Looking Ahead to the End of the Trusteeship, Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Summary of Micronesia’s Compact negotiations with the US. 1978
The Role of the Beachcombers in the Caroline Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Beachcombers served different functions, depending on the island on which they resided. 1978
Indigenization as a Missionary Goal in the Caroline-Marshall Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Traces the route to inculturation for Protestant and Catholic churches. 1978
The Anthropologist and Social Problems in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The articles lists six major social problems that could profitably be researched by anthropologists. 1978
Taking the Long View, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The immediate pay-off often blinds people to the long-term social, economic or political effects. 1977
Ghosts of the Past...A Vision of the Future, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Article on Xavier High School and its history on its 25th anniversary. 1977
The Micronesian Dilemma: How to Support Expensive Habits and Still Run the Household, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Is the new affluence of the islands putting the hope of independence beyond reach? 1976
Micronesia's Hanging Spree, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Early attempt to offer data about the initial stages of the suicide explosion. 1976
In Search of a Home: Colonial Education in Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The dynamics of education can alienate the young from their own society, while sharpening their awareness of this alienation. 1975
Micronesia's Education for Self-Government: Frolicking in the Backyard?, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The government-run political education program has sacrificed passion and competing views in its effort to be non-partisan. 1975
A Yankee Trader in Yap: Crayton Philo Holcomb, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of the life and work of Holcomb on Yap. 1975
Micronesia: Ten Years After, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Micronesia’s real poverty consists in the affluence that could diminish its national pride. 1974
Recent Theories of the Relationship between Education and Development, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Brief review of four different theories of the interface between education and development. 1974
Who Shall Own the Schools?, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The importance of giving parents understanding and ownership of what happens in the process of education. 1974
Dumont d'Urville on Truk, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Account of the visit of a French naval expedition to Chuuk in early 19th century. 1974
Reflections on Micronesia's Economy, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Data on employment, wages, education, and imports shows the islands moving away from self-reliance. 1973
The School Industry, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
The elementary school is the largest economic factor in the village throughout the islands. 1973
A Sad Tale of Long Ago: How Magic Signs were Brought to a Far-off Island, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Fable telling how a people lost their sense of their cultural past after long contact with outsiders. 1973
The Beginnings of Foreign Contact in Truk, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of Western impact on Chuuk through the 19th century. 1973
The First European Visit to Truk, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Translation from Spanish of the report of the visit of San Lucas in 1564. 1973
Early European Contact with the Western Carolines: 1525-1750, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Account of Arellano’s stopover in Chuuk in 1565. 1972
Westernization of Truk: A Backward Glance, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
History of Western impact on Chuuk through the 19th century. 1972
Spanish Capuchins in the Carolines, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
A history of mission efforts by the Spanish Capuchins from 1885 to the end of the 19th century. 1971
Self-support of Programs and Institutions of the Catholic Church, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Self-support by local people of their church may increase their self-esteem. 1971
Catholic Missions in the Carolines and Marshall Islands, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
A historical and bibliographic survey of the Catholic missions in Micronesia. 1970
The Creation of a Colony: The Paradox of Economic Aid to Micronesia, by Francis X. Hezel, SJ
Trends of a larger US subsidy during the 1960 might lead to permanent colonial status of Micronesia. 1968