Hawkins is an active member of several associations and clubs. For thirty years he has been a member of the Comparative and International Education Society, serving as its Treasurer, Vice President and President at various times. For an equal amount of time he has been an active participant and member of the East West Center in Honolulu Hawaii. He is currently Vice President, Development for the East West Center Alumni Association; member, Executive Board of Directors, EWCA; member Foundation Board, East West Center Foundation Board. Internationally he is a member of the International House of Japan, and has worked closely with various agencies of the United Nations. And socially he is a member of the Pacific Mariner’s Yacht Club, Marina Del Rey, guest member, Outrigger Canoe Club, Honolulu Hawaii and a member of the UCLA Faculty Club.