University of HawaiÊ»i President Wendy Hensel provided updates to the UH Board of Regents (BOR) on the UH MÄnoa chancellor search and progress on the eBanner student information system transition in her monthly report during the board's March 19...
NÄ«ele
–To be curious.
"Ua nÄ«ele nÄ keiki ma loko o ka Ê»eke. (The children were curious to look inside of the bag).â€
–Kiniki Carlson, Hawaiian language student, Honolulu Community College
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Nahunaiki
–Little bites (a new word developed for the cookie cutter shark)
All ʻŌlelo of the Week
–HauÊ»oli Lorenzo-Elarco, Assistant Professor of Hawaiian Language, Honolulu Community College
This newly introduced Hawaiian name for th...
February President's Report: eBanner update, Direct2UH latest, more
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel provided updates to the UH Board of Regents (BOR) on the transition to the upgraded eBanner student information system for UH's 10 campuses and the latest Direct2UH enrollment numbers during her monthly...
Huliau
–Turning point, a time of change.
"Huliau speaks to those pivotal moments when life turns and invites transformation. Like the shifting winds and changing seasons, these transitions call us to reflect, recalibrate and move forward with rene...
Makani nui
–Strong wind.
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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Peni
–Pen, pencil.
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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Students, faculty, staff and community members gathered at University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa on Ê»Ianuali (January) 20–22 for the fourth annual HawaiÊ»i KuÊ»u Home Aloha (HKHA) Summit, a gathering centered on culture, place and shared kule...
Lula
–Ruler, measuring stick.
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa.
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TIM School marks 60 years of global leadership in hospitality, tourism, transportation
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa's School of Travel Industry Management (TIM School) will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026, marking six decades since its founding in 1966. What began as a pioneering program in HawaiÊ»i has grown into ...
UH President Wendy Hensel delivers inaugural systemwide address
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel delivered her inaugural systemwide address on January 14, outlining key accomplishments from 2025, addressing challenges facing higher education and setting priorities for the year ahead across UH's 10-...
January President's Report: Inaugural Address, UH MÄnoa Chancellor, AI Chatbots
President Wendy Hensel delivered her first President's Report of 2026 to the Board of Regents on January 15, at Windward Community College. She provided updates on the Inaugural 10-Campus Address, the start of the 2026 legislative session, and the UH...
'Thanks dawg': How UH's AI chatbots are transforming student support
Digital 'buddies' provide immediate answers, connections for UH students.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2026/01/11/uh-ai-chatbots-transforming-student-support/
Kikokiko
–To type.
"A new semester means new ideas, new challenges and many hours set aside simply to kikokiko our thoughts into motion.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University o...
Antarctica to MÄnoa: UH student joins global effort to protect a fragile continent
A University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa sophomore has returned from Antarctica after serving as the only participant from HawaiÊ»i and the United States on a global expedition focused on protecting the continent beyond 2041.
Eric PÅmaikaÊ»i Ge...
Lipine
–Ribbon.
"Expect plenty of lipine this holiday season because it's often the care you notice most.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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HoÊ»okipa–To entertain, treat hospitably; hospitable; hospitality.
"Heading into the holidays, we find ourselves ready to hoÊ»okipa the people we love, filling our hale (home) with deep aloha, laughter and connection.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala...
💚 The UH MÄnoa Student Aid Fund is a major lifeline for 'Bows in need - And support from our UH MÄnoa Ê»ohana helps our students focus on being students!
With rising costs and federal funding cuts affecting many of our 'Bows, the St...
UH president updates on fed shutdown, student support, more
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel briefed the UH Board of Regents (BOR) on the aftermath of the 43-day federal government shutdown, student support measures and key operational initiatives during her monthly President's Report at the No...
Active Shooter Safety Tips with UH MÄnoa's Department of Public Safety
While we hope to never experience an active shooter situation on any of our UH campuses, we want to make sure our UH Ê»ohana is prepared - Michelle Myrie from UH MÄnoa's Department of Public Safety is here to share some safety tips to keep you m...
Pelehū
–Turkey.
"Sending warm holiday wishes, no matter if you're piling up on pelehÅ« or going back for dessert, I hope you're sharing it with those you care about most.â€
––Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»...
The University of Hawaiʻi's Office of Project Delivery, in collaboration with UH Community Colleges, UH West Oʻahu and UH Hilo, is leading capital improvement projects (CIPs) that are transforming all 10 campuses across the state.
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Keʻena
–Office, room, booth, closet.
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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UH students urged to prepare for new student information dashboard
UH will launch a new, mobile-friendly student information dashboard in January 2026.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/11/07/uh-students-prepare-for-new-dashboard/
Temporary grace period announced for student registration holds
The University of Hawaiʻi's 10 campuses are providing students with a temporary grace period for registration holds to help those affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown and related disruptions to essential programs such as SNAP benefi...
Bellman to boss: Kapiʻolani CC alumnus leads nation's No. 1 eco-friendly hotel
The Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California, was named the No. 1 Eco-Friendly Hotel by USA Today in August 2025–another in an impressive list of international accolades achieved under the leadership of general manager and KapiÊ»olani CC alumnus Tim...
Mele HawaiÊ»i Reimagined: UH Hilo MakuakÄne scholar bridges past and present
At the University of HawaiÊ»i at Hilo, the spirit of mele HawaiÊ»i (Hawaiian music) and language revitalization are finding new life through the work of Nicholas KealiÊ»i Lum, a PhD candidate at Ka Haka Ê»Ula O KeÊ»elikÅlani College of H...
ʻOki
–To cut, sever, shear, snip, separate, cancel.
"To Ê»oki (sever) gently is to give peace a chance to grow.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄ...
Kapiʻolani CC students soar with white tern research in urban Honolulu
NSF grant helps students study resilient seabirds in their urban habitats.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/10/19/kapiolani-cc-students-white-tern-research/
ʻAʻahu
–Garment, array, attire, costume, mantle, gown.
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa.
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University of Hawaiʻi General Education curriculum alignment: Final phase underway
The University of Hawaiʻi is entering the final stage of a multi-year effort to create a unified, fully articulated general education curriculum across the 10 campuses, a reform aimed at improving transfer, reducing barriers and enhancing student ...
Understanding how the State of Hawaiʻi and the University of Hawaiʻi budgets operate can be challenging, even for those who work in government. To help demystify the process, UH has launched a new four-part video series, Budget 101, with Vice P...
Understanding how the State of Hawaiʻi and the University of Hawaiʻi budgets operate can be challenging, even for those who work in government. To help demystify the process, UH has launched a new four-part video series, Budget 101, with Vice P...
Understanding how the State of Hawaiʻi and the University of Hawaiʻi budgets operate can be challenging, even for those who work in government. To help demystify the process, UH has launched a new four-part video series, Budget 101, with Vice P...
Understanding how the State of Hawaiʻi and the University of Hawaiʻi budgets operate can be challenging, even for those who work in government. To help demystify the process, UH has launched a new four-part video series, Budget 101, with Vice P...
October President's Report: Federal shutdown, Direct2UH launch and more
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel addressed the ongoing federal government shutdown and its potential impact on UH during her monthly President's Report to the Board of Regents (BOR) on October 16, at Honolulu Community College.
Read m...
Direct2UH streamlines admission to UH for Hawaiʻi public high school seniors
🫠To the Hawaiʻi public high school seniors in the class of 2026 - YOU'RE IN! On October 13, UH President Wendy Hensel and Hawaiʻi Public Schools Superintendent Keith Hayashi stopped by Kauaʻi High School and Farrington High School to...
Leeward CC forum: UH president, Leeward CC chancellor host forums on UH West Oʻahu collaboration
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel and Leeward Community College Chancellor Carlos Peñaloza hosted public forums at Leeward CC and UH West Oʻahu on October 10, to open a campus-wide conversation about a potential unified vision and...
UH West Oʻahu forum: UH president, Leeward CC chancellor host forums on UH West Oʻahu collaboration
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel and Leeward Community College Chancellor Carlos Peñaloza hosted public forums at Leeward CC and UH West Oʻahu on October 10, to open a campus-wide conversation about a potential unified vision and...
UH MÄnoa budget forum highlights transparency and fiscal clarity
University of HawaiÊ»i President Wendy Hensel and UH MÄnoa Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos hosted a virtual budget forum on October 7 to provide clarity on the UH MÄnoa budget and the broader university budget process. More than 470 people tu...
UH President Hensel: possible restructuring of system leadership
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel outlined both the opportunities and challenges of restructuring the 10-campus system during the Board of Regents' September 18 meeting in a presentation titled, "The Power of Scale: Enhancing the System...
UH launches systemwide approach to artificial intelligence
The University of Hawaiʻi is advancing a comprehensive, systemwide approach to becoming a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), with multiple initiatives underway at the system level and across the 10 campuses. President Wendy Hensel outlined th...
President Hensel updates regents on federal actions, Aloha Stadium, enrollment
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel updated the Board of Regents (BOR) on recent Trump administration executive orders and other federal actions impacting higher education at the August 21 meeting on UH Maui College. Hensel also provided ...
PÅpeku
–Football.
–Lanakila Pei, UH Rainbow Warrior 2022–24, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa sociology alumnus
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ManakÅ
–Mango.
"ManakÅ (mango) is one of the best things about summer in HawaiÊ»i especially when you get to share them with loved ones.â€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
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Boost your classroom STEM lessons with UH's Toolkits for Teachers program
UH is helping Hawaiʻi teachers bring real-world science into their classrooms with free, hands-on STEM kits.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/07/13/stem-toolkits-for-teachers/
President Hensel provides updates on federal policy, upholds UH's values
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel provided an update on the most recent federal policy changes that include Pell Grants. She discussed next steps to address the strategic plan and highlighted several bright spots across the UH campuses,...
Kauwela
–Summer.
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
Check back soon to learn more Ê»Ålelo HawaiÊ»i connected to kauwela (summer).
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Iulai
–July.
"Greetings, Iulai! I've never tasted mangoes sweeter and more delicious than the ones that ripen every summer here in HawaiÊ»i. They're the best treat, especially on a hot day. HÅ« ka Ê»ono (So delicious)!â€
–MoanikeÊ»...
ʻOihana
–Occupation, trade, job.
"Post-secondary education plays a vital role in enhancing Ê»oihana opportunities. In a competitive job market, having a degree or certificate helps you stand out, showcasing your skills and expertise.â€
...
Matt Elliott approved by BOR as next UH MÄnoa athletics director
The University of HawaiÊ»i Board of Regents (BOR) unanimously approved the appointment of Matt Elliott as UH MÄnoa's next athletics director during a special meeting on June 16. Elliott was selected by UH President Wendy Hensel following a natio...
MÄlie
–Calm, quiet, serene, tranquil.
"Staying mÄlie–calm and grounded–during challenging times allows us to navigate difficulties with clarity and resilience, helping us make thoughtful decisions and find strength in the face of adversi...
HawaiÊ»i CC–PÄlamanui celebrates commencement in new outdoor space
HawaiÊ»i Community College–PÄlamanui marked a milestone on May 17, with its 2025 spring commencement ceremony, held for the first time at the campus's newly constructed outdoor learning and dining area. The space was designed to offer students...
MÄ«kini
–Machine or appliance.
"In English, you would say, 'there are plenty of machines within cars.' In Hawaiian we'd say, 'aia he mau mÄ«kini i loko o nÄ kaÊ»a.â€â€
–Kamananui Anderson, natural sciences program, Honolulu C...
HawaiÊ»i CC–PÄlamanui celebrates commencement in new outdoor space
HawaiÊ»i Community College–PÄlamanui marked a milestone on May 17, with its 2025 spring commencement ceremony, held for the first time at the campus's newly constructed outdoor learning and dining area. The space was designed to offer students...
Laiki
–Rice
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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2025 Spring UH MÄnoa Commencement guest speaker Carissa Moore
Olympic gold medalist and five-time world champion surfer Carissa Moore inspired graduates at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa commencement as the keynote speaker at both ceremonies, sharing her personal story of perseverance and triumph, and...
2025 Spring UH MÄnoa Commencement student speaker Jessica Chillingworth
Jessica Chillingworth, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa spring commencement afternoon student speaker, earned her PhD in education 20 years after walking the UH MÄnoa stage to accept her bachelor's degree.
"Today we reach this milestone, ...
2025 Spring UH MÄnoa Commencement student speaker Quentin Shores
Quentin Shores–a communications major from New Albany, Ohio, addressed the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa graduates at the Spring Commencement morning ceremony.
Read more about Shores: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/05/13/manoa-path-digita...
Haʻaheo
–Proud or pride which comes from a deep accomplishment from one's own achievements.
"HaÊ»aheo wau he HawaiÊ»i a haÊ»aheo pÅ« wau no WaimÄnalo mai au. I am proud to be Hawaiian and I am proud to be from WaimÄnalo.â€
...
President Hensel encourages UH Maui graduates to chart their own path forward
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel delivered the keynote address at the UH Maui College spring commencement ceremony on May 15, encouraging more than 250 graduates to embrace change, find joy in their journey, and stay true to themselves...
President's report: Federal update, athletic director search, commencement
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel provided an update to the UH Board of Regents on the status of international students, impact of the recently issued federal executive orders and the number of terminated federal grants affecting UH. Th...
Kalaiwa
–Drive.
"It's during those early morning drives to school when everything's still quiet that I map out my day and get my head in the right place.â€
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (Universi...
Kuleana
–Responsibility, privilege, concern, or right to care for one another and the land.
"As an academic counselor at Honolulu Community College, I believe it is my kuleana to assist students in identifying their barriers, provide them with acc...
Kalaiwa
–Drive.
"It's during those early morning drives to school when everything's still quiet that I map out my day and get my head in the right place.â€
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (Universi...
Open Forum Q&A with UH President Wendy Hensel, April 21, 2025
University of HawaiÊ»i President Wendy Hensel addressed the rapid pace of federal policy changes and their growing impact on the 10-campus UH System at a public forum on April 21 at UH MÄnoa. More than 120 attended in person and more than 1,000 ...
Open Forum with UH President Wendy Hensel, April 21, 2025
University of HawaiÊ»i President Wendy Hensel addressed the rapid pace of federal policy changes and their growing impact on the 10-campus UH System at a public forum on April 21 at UH MÄnoa. More than 120 attended in person and more than 1,000 ...
Kuleana
–Responsibility, privilege, concern, or right to care for one another and the land.
"As an academic counselor at Honolulu Community College, I believe it is my kuleana to assist students in identifying their barriers, provide them with acc...
President's report: student visas, budget measures, AD search, 1st 100 days
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel provided an update on the status of international students affected by visa revocations, the latest federal policy changes and the recent financial mitigation measures UH has implemented in response.
T...
Hele wÄwae
–Walk.
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
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April 10 marks UH President Wendy Hensel's 100th day in office! We sat down with President Hensel and First Pet Phoebe for a recap of her last 100 days ✨
She shares some memories, accomplishments and is looking ahead to making UH the best place...
UH Giving Day: Community unites in support of the University of Hawaiʻi
Students, faculty and staff enthusiastically waved signs and loudly cheered on the lawn fronting the University of HawaiÊ»i's Bachman Hall in MÄnoa, as approving motorists honked their horns while driving along University Avenue and Dole Street....
ʻIʻini
–Desire, affirmations, to wish for.
"I selected this word because I believe ʻiʻini is very powerful. It sets up motivation, shapes decisions, and drives action. It pushes us to pursue goals, overcome obstacles, and seek fulfillm...
Planter bed project helps Hale Wainani residents bloom
The Hale Wainani Lei Garden allows student residents to have a sustainable relationship with native Hawaiian plants.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/04/01/hale-wainani-planter-bed-project/
UH MÄnoa invites students to provide feedback on triple-occupancy rooms, furniture
Students at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa have a unique opportunity to provide feedback on new student housing furniture layout.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/03/25/feedback-on-triple-occupancy-rooms/
Huakaʻi
–Trip, voyage, journey.
"Valuable knowledge and transformative experiences are cultivated through participating in meaningful huakaÊ»i.â€
–D'Sean Watson, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology student, Honolulu Communit...
President Hensel provides updates on federal policy, upholds UH's values
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel provided an update on the most recent federal policy changes, and outlined how UH is responding, at the March 20 Board of Regents monthly meeting held at Windward Community College.
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ʻUhane
–Soul, spiritual, spirit of a person.
"Sharing your Ê»ohana (family) or kÅ«puna (elders) stories honors their Ê»uhane.â€
–Nalea Kaaikala, liberal arts student, Honolulu Community College
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Malaki
–March.
"Malaki is like the Wednesday of the semester–you're stuck in the grind, but the finish line is finally getting closer.â€
–McKenzie Kurosu, communications and journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
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ʻElua
–Two, twice.
"I'm discovering duality is woven into life–happiness and hardship, success and failure. They balance each other out, shaping the path we walk.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o Hawai...
Growing a greener future: Hawaiʻi CC teaches Korean natural farming
Hawaiʻi Community College is making a lasting impact on sustainable agriculture in Hawaiʻi through its pioneering use of Korean natural farming (KNF).
Since 2016, the college's agriculture program has trained students in KNF techniques, produc...
President Hensel updates regents on impact of changes to federal policy
UH President Wendy Hensel provided an update on the federal policy changes and Executive Orders from the new U.S. presidential administration at the February 20 Board of Regents monthly meeting held at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.
Hensel al...
Hoʻopaʻa
–Study.
"Studying can feel endless, but I remind myself that each hour is an investment in my future. It's all worth it in the end.â€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
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Historic Native Hawaiian art unveiled at Honolulu Hale
At the heart of Honolulu Hale, a towering symbol of resilience and healing now stands–a massive 22-foot-wide, 8-foot-tall wooden Ê»umeke created by Native Hawaiian artist Meleanna Aluli Meyer. Unveiled on February 14, this historic art piece made...
NÅ«hou
–News.
"NÅ«hou carries the power to inform, connect and inspire. Being able to share stories that make an impact on the community is thrilling! That's why I'm so passionate about journalism.â€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, ...
UH President Hensel visits Waiʻanae Moku Education Center
Waiʻanae Moku students' passion impresses UH President Wendy Hensel.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/02/06/hensel-visits-waianae-moku/
President Hensel addresses federal policy changes, reaffirms commitment to community
In a special livestreamed address to the University of Hawaiʻi 10 campuses and the UH Board of Regents on February 6, UH President Wendy Hensel acknowledged the significant impact of recent federal policy changes on higher education. With multiple...
Research with impact: UH MÄnoa experts engage lawmakers, public on key issues
University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa students, researchers, faculty and staff highlighted their work addressing some of the state's most pressing issues at the third annual UH MÄnoa Research Day at the HawaiÊ»i State Capitol on February 4.
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Pepeluali
–February
–Marc Arakaki, communications specialist, University of HawaiÊ»i System
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President Hensel visits Kapiʻolani Community College
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel's first community college visit on January 27, 2025 was blessed by rain. About 40 Kapiʻolani Community College students, faculty and staff held a welcome protocol (welcoming ceremony) in the elements...
Penikala
–Pencil.
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
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New UH President Hensel engages with students, employees at UH MÄnoa visit
University of HawaiÊ»i President Wendy Hensel toured the UH MÄnoa campus on January 22 and 23, 2025 meeting with students, faculty, staff and leadership as part of her tour of UH's 10 campuses and six education centers in her first 90 days.
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Puke
–Books, volume.
"I know digital puke are convenient, but I still enjoy flipping through the pages of hardcover puke.â€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
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Record number of students helped by Hawaiʻi Promise scholarship
UH is keeping its promise - The Hawaiʻi Promise!
This scholarship program for UH Community College students is a success.
Read more: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/01/21/hawaii-promise-helps-2024/
New UH President Hensel provides first report to Board of Regents
New University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel shared key highlights from her first 16 days on the job during her inaugural report to the Board of Regents (BOR). The first BOR meeting of 2025 was held at UH West Oʻahu on January 16.
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16 Questions with President Hensel - Captions On-Screen
â‰ï¸ Get to know the 16th UH President Wendy Hensel in these 16 questions from student host, Kenzie!
President Hensel shares some of her faves and preferences, professional experiences, and goals sheʻs set in her first 100 days as the UH...
â‰ï¸ Get to know the 16th UH President Wendy Hensel in these 16 questions from student host, Kenzie!
President Hensel shares some of her faves and preferences, professional experiences, and goals sheʻs set in her first 100 days as the UH...
Huli
–To turn, reverse, to curl over.
–Bobo Chow, Tropical Agriculture student, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
Keep an eye out for more Ê»Ålelo (words) throughout the spring semester.
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ʻIanuali
–January.
"As January begins, I see the new year as a fresh start–a chance to set new goals, learn from the past, and keep moving forwardâ€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
For more inf...
Meet University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel
The University of Hawaiʻi's new president, Wendy Hensel, stepped into her role on January 1, 2025, with a clear vision for the 10-campus system, the state's sole provider of public higher education.
For Hensel, UH is more than just a renowned uni...
Among the University of Hawaiʻi's significant achievements under the leadership of President David Lassner are rebuilding enrollment, record graduation rates and student outcomes, record extramural funding, high-performance in philanthropy, and a ...
PÅmaikaÊ»i
–Good fortune, blessedness, prosperity.
"I'd like to send a warm mahalo and pÅmaikaÊ»i to everyone at UH for your support and goodwill over these many years. Enjoy the holiday season! E mÄlama pono (take care).â€
–D...
Pepa
–Paper, card, playing cards.
"We're approaching that point in the semester when many of us will tackle multiple pepa to wrap things up. Good luck, everyone!â€
–Grant Nakasone, journalism major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
Fo...
UH researchers use AI, Hawaiian chant to save native birds
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo are blending artificial intelligence (AI) and culture to help protect some of the state's most precious native manu (birds). Many of Hawaiʻi's forest birds are facing extinction, and UH Hilo biol...
Kēkēmapa
–December.
"Navigating finals together, let's find strength in our shared struggle, supporting each other through these challenging moments.â€
–Bobo Chow, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience major, Univers...
The University of HawaiÊ»i will break ground on a major capital improvement project in early 2025 to transform the heart of the UH MÄnoa campus. The project on McCarthy Mall has two phases: 1) the construction of a modern, five-story building fo...
The University of HawaiÊ»i will break ground on a major capital improvement project in early 2025 to transform the heart of the UH MÄnoa campus. The project on McCarthy Mall has two phases: 1) the construction of a modern, five-story building fo...
Project to transform heart of UH MÄnoa campus set to begin
The University of HawaiÊ»i will break ground on a major capital improvement project in early 2025 to transform the heart of the UH MÄnoa campus. The project on McCarthy Mall has two phases: 1) the construction of a modern, five-story building fo...
UH students help feed hungry families, recover excess food
Since the launch of the state's first Food Recovery Network chapter in 2016, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa student volunteers have helped to feed hungry families, and to divert more than 15,000-pounds of food from landfills. It's important wor...
Maui youth join UH partnership's conservation, fire mitigation efforts
Dozens of students at King Kekaulike High School (KKHS) on Maui planted hundreds of native shrubs, grasses and ferns in November. It is part of a massive restoration effort by the University of HawaiÊ»i's East Maui Watershed Partnership (EMWP)–be...
UH President's November 2024 Report: Labor agreement, CC summer tuition
President David Lassner delivered his final President's Report to the UH Board of Regents on November 21 at the UH MÄnoa campus. Lassner, who announced his retirement in 2023, will step down at the end of 2024 after 11 years in the position.
University of Hawai'i President Report: Athletic Director Announcement
President David Lassner addressed the November 19 announcement that UH MÄnoa Athletic Director Craig Angelos' tenure will conclude on December 1 at the UH Board of Regents November 21 full board meeting.
Hawaiʻi CC launches first community college drone certification program
Spring registration for the first drone certification program in the state's community college system is now open at Hawaiʻi Community College. The program, backed by a $650,000 National Science Foundation grant, emphasizes practical applications ...
PÅ«lama
–To care for, cherish, treasure, save.
"Time really does fly, how is it November? LetÊ»s treasure and savor the remaining weeks we have left in the year.â€
–Carly Miyamoto, marketing major, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
...
Kulanui
–University, college, literally big school.
"There's something powerful about how kulanui can serve as a foundation for personal growth, helping to inspire students to create meaningful change in the world.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarr...
Nowemapa
–November.
"Nowemapa is the time of year when HawaiÊ»i is typically graced with nourishing rains. It always feels like nature's way of renewing the Ê»Äina (land)â€.
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kula...
HÅÊ»ea
–To arrive.
"When welcome change arrives, it brings new opportunities and the chance to grow in ways we never imagined.
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i...
A free online anatomy textbook has earned the University of Hawaiʻi a WOW award from the WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technology (WCET). UH is a member of WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education), which works to improve acc...
President's October report: UHPA contract, fall 2024 enrollment, Mountain West
President David Lassner provided updates on the University of Hawaiʻi Professional Assembly contract settlement and the final enrollment numbers for the fall 2024 semester for the 10-campus system in his monthly report to the UH Board of Regents a...
ʻŌlelo hou
–To speak again, repeat.
"I'm thankful for the continuous journey of learning. There are lessons I needed to hear over and over before they finally took root.â€
Ka naÊ»auao o nÄ kÅ«puna ka lama e hoÊ»omÄlamalama i...
Introduction of Wendy F. Hensel, 16th President of the University of Hawaiʻi
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents (BOR) voted to appoint Wendy Hensel as the next president of the UH 10-campus system, the state's sole provider of public higher education. The 11 regents voted unanimously for Hensel at the October 17, 2...
ʻElima
–Five, five times.
"Waking up at 5 a.m. on weekdays to beat the traffic gives me a head start on the day. There's something special about how MÄnoa welcomes you that early in the morning—the mountains, tucked in the valley, alway...
Alanui
–Street, road, highway.
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
Feels like the semester just started but weʻre already zooming by and halfway through. Keep an ey...
Finding ʻUlutopia: Better breadfruit through Kauaʻi CC research project
On a fraction of a 40-acre farm behind KauaÊ»i Community College, 64 breadfruit, or Ê»ulu, trees bear abundant green fruit and teach important scientific lessons. This is Ê»Ulutopia–a project launched in 2014 by KauaÊ»i CC and the National ...
ʻOkakopa
–October.
"It's Ê»Okakopa already? Time is flying by, so let's make sure to check in with ourselves and those we care about!â€
–Janica Marie Pascua, Office of Communications, University of HawaiÊ»i System.
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Taking Hawaiʻi's food to the 'next level' at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific
"I believe this program will take Hawaiʻi's food to the next level,†said Joe McGinn, taking a break from prepping and cooking as a member of the inaugural cohort for a new workforce development collaboration between the Culinary Institute o...
Taking Hawaiʻi's food to the 'next level' at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific
"I believe this program will take Hawaiʻi's food to the next level,†said Joe McGinn, taking a break from prepping and cooking as a member of the inaugural cohort for a new workforce development collaboration between the Culinary Institute o...
President Lassner speaks on the Israel Gaza crisis
President David Lassner provided comments on the university relating to events at UH and around the country arising from the situation in Gaza and Israel, including response to the demands, requests and input to the president and Board of Regents..
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President's Sept. report: Israel/Gaza and the path forward for UH
President David Lassner provided comments on the university relating to events at UH and around the country arising from the situation in Gaza and Israel, including response to the demands, requests and input to the president and Board of Regents.
R...
ʻEke
–Sack, pocket, bag, basket.
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
The fall semester is in full swing. Let's stay motivated, support one another, and remember that...
Kanilehua
–Name of a mist-like rain famous in Hilo. Literally, [rain that] lehua flowers drink.
There is nothing like the Kanilehua rain of Hilo. It's a vital part of what makes Hilo so special, nurturing the land and keeping it vibrant and green....
Kepakemapa
–September.
"Keep an eye out for more Ê»Ålelo (words) throughout Kepakemapa and into the fall semester.â€
–Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa)
For...
UH developed, living coastal-protection system prepares for deployment
The University of Hawaiʻi has reached a milestone in the U.S. Department of Defense funded project that aims to create a living breakwater system to protect coastlines from erosion and create ecosystems where resilient corals and other ocean life ...
ʻOlina
–To make merry; joyous, rejoicing, merrymaking.
"Here's to making new friends, conquering tough courses, and finding Ê»olina in unexpected places. We got this!â€
–McKenzie Kurosu, communications and journalism major, University...
Hawaiʻi CC Chancellor Susan Kazama comes home, eyes future
"It's the most amazing feeling to be here back home,†said Susan Kazama, who was named the chancellor of Hawaiʻi Community College in July 2024. Born and raised in Hilo, Kazama first returned home after almost 40 years away to serve as inter...
Chancellor Sanchez wants Kauaʻi CC students to 'thrive, stay on island'
New Kaua'i CC Chancellor Sanchez says affordable housing is one key to success. She assumed the permanent chancellor position in July after serving in an interim capacity for 18 months. Prior to that Sanchez served as vice chancellor for student affa...
President's August BOR report: UH-bound Lahainaluna grads, UH governor award nominee, enrollment
President David Lassner updated the latest enrollment numbers for the upcoming fall 2024 semester, including positive news regarding Lahainaluna High School graduates, during his monthly report to the Board of Regents at the August 15 meeting at UH M...
Kula
–School, academy; to teach school
"Heading back to kula this fall sparks a renewed sense of excitement and possibility, reminding us that each semester is a chance to grow, learn and thrive.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Commun...
Hawaiʻi U.S. Senator Brian Schatz on record $615.7 million in extramural funding for UH research
Hawaiʻi U.S. Senator Brian Schatz on record $615.7 million in extramural (primarily federal) funding for UH research. This marks the third consecutive year that the University of Hawaiʻi has topped half a billion dollars in funding with a rec...
💼 ICYMI: The third annual UH Alumni Makers' Market was held on August 7 at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel! The event showcased local small businesses that are led or owned by UH Alumni, displaying and celebrating the talent within our #UHOhana ðŸ...
ʻAukake
–August
"Ê»Aukake often feels like a time of transition, giving us a chance to recharge and refocus before diving into what's next.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (Univ...
Kūʻai
–To buy, barter
"Hard to believe the first day of school is just around the corner–many of us are just starting to kÅ«Ê»ai (buy) supplies from our checklists as we mÄkaukau (prepare) for a new school year full of exciting poss...
Q&A: Expert on the world's first academic ethnomathematics program
Linda Furuto, a professor of mathematics education at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, started teaching ethnomathematics at UH West OÊ»ahu in 2007. She helped to develop the world's first academic program in ethnomathematics at the UH MÄ...
Makani
–Wind, breeze.
"Life is ever-changing, sometimes turbulent, sometimes gentle, guiding us all in unexpected directions and shaping us along the way.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄ...
July President's BOR report: Enrollment, NASA telescope, employee service award
President David Lassner provided an update on enrollment for the upcoming fall 2024 semester in his monthly report to the Board of Regents (BOR) at the July 18 meeting at UH MÄnoa. Lassner reported that total student headcount and semester hours r...
Wahi
–Place, location, position, site, setting.
"Wahi hold the stories of our past, anchor our present, and shape the possibilities of our future.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa (Un...
New zero-interest loan program for UH engineering students
A new, zero interest, no fee loan program will be available to low income students enrolled in the College of Engineering (COE) at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa beginning in fall 2024. The initiative to help students with proven need while...
PÅkole
–Short, brief, shortage.
"Across the 10 campuses of the UH System, there's no shortage of phenomenal students, faculty and staff! Because of this, I always feel inspired and motivated to tell the stories of UH icons in every way, shape a...
Iulai
–July.
"Greetings, Iulai! I've never tasted mangoes sweeter and more delicious than the ones that ripen every summer here in HawaiÊ»i. They're the best treat, especially on a hot day. HÅ« ka Ê»ono (So delicious)!â€
–MoanikeÊ»...
Culinary institutes unite for workforce development program in Hawaiʻi
The Culinary Institute of the Pacific (CIP) at the Kapiʻolani Community College, in collaboration with the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), launched a joint workforce and professional development program to enhance the skills of chefs and aspi...
Holoholo
–To go for a walk, ride or sail. Often used to express going away from home.
"My family and I went holoholo this summer to Yosemite National Park.â€
–Brent Suyama, Office of Communications, University of HawaiÊ»i System
For mor...
LÄ
–Day, date.
"For many of us, our kelepona (phone) play a central role in daily life. Recent studies suggest we may spend 15–20 years on our phones over a lifetime! It sparked a personal reflection to prioritize more meaningful time with lo...
Walter Dods, Jr., Jay H. Shidler, donate Akaji sculpture to UH MÄnoa's RISE
University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa alumni Walter Dods, Jr. and Jay H. Shidler have gifted a sculpture by the late Bumpei Akaji to their alma mater. The sculpture, "RISE,†was installed outside the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center, and dedicated i...
HÅÊ»ike
–To show or exhibit.
"Sending a warm welcome to all of the participants of this year's FestPAC joining us on campus. The opening hÅÊ»ike was an epic celebration of culture and unity. Excited to see more of what's to come!â€
...
Iune
–June.
"WeÊ»re right on the edge of summer and the Sun's early morning warmth is starting to greet us earlier each day ushering in a new segment of ka makahiki (the year).â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke Kula...
Kilo
–Stargazer, seer, to observe, to examine.
"As we journey through school, work, and home, make sure to kilo the things around you. The signs will reveal more than you expect when you, the kilo, allow yourself the time to kilo.â€
–Ikaik...
For the first time since 2016, the University of Hawaiʻi hosted a graduation ceremony to honor the graduates from the Friendly Isle.
Grad flashing shaka
This cherished tradition, usually observed every four years, had been delayed in 2020 because...
🌺 Our UH ʻohana is filled with iconic AANHPI! Remember and recognize them with us during Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 🌸
Read their incredible stories at uhnews.org! ðŸµï¸
May UH President's BOR report: commencement, fall enrollment, $100M donated
President David Lassner President David Lassner provided updates on UH support for Lahainaluna High School students, 2024 fall enrollment and philanthropic fundraising–noting that the UH Foundation surpassed $100 million in fundraising–in his mon...
Puka
–To graduate, pass through, emerge.
"Hoʻomaikaʻi ʻana (Congratulations) to our graduates from all 10 campuses! May you carry the spirit of resilience and the warmth of aloha on your journey ahead. We extend our heartfelt gratitude fo...
🎓 Celebrate another round of outstanding UH Maui College graduates with us!
Read the stories of successful graduates from our #UHOhana, such as Kimberly Villegas, Seanna-Victoria and Frederick Dagdag, and Ryan Chang: https://www.hawaii.edu/n...
UH Maui College holds first commencement since wildfires
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College held its first commencement since the 2023 wildfires. About 220 students participated in the ceremony on the Great Lawn on May 9.
For more go to UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/10/uh-maui-colleg...
Hoʻomaʻemaʻe
–To clean, disinfect, purify.
"Whenever you leave a space that is not yours, be sure to hoÊ»omaÊ»emaÊ»e and make sure all the rubbish and belongings are taken care of.â€
–Ikaika Mendez, Hawaiian language and mus...
Hawaiʻi CC feeds hungry families, grows future farmers
On a glorious, sunny April morning in Pepeʻekeo on the Hamakua Coast of Hawaiʻi Island, about 15 Hawaiʻi Community College students harvested more than 50 lbs. of bananas to feed the community.
They made quick work of chopping down the bana...
UH team uses computer science projects to 'spark' interest in young minds
To help train and inspire the next generation of computer scientists, a team of students from the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Department of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS) hosted a series of web development courses for students in gr...
Mei
–May.
"When Mei arrives, it ushers in blossoming possibilities. Here at UH, our campuses are are buzzing with excitement as we prepare for commencement ceremonies, which mark both the close of one chapter and the start of another.â€
–M...
From crisis to classroom: Maui culinary student plays a lead role
UH Maui College has set up the hardworking Ryan Chang for success. Chang will earn two associate of applied arts degrees in May (one specializing in culinary arts and the other specializing in baking and pastry). He was also key to the college's emer...
Kupulau
–Spring.
"We are currently in Kupulau season, where the weather becomes warmer, the days become longer and the celebrations become bigger!â€
–Ikaika Mendez, Hawaiian language and music graduate, Ke Kulanui o HawaiÊ»i ma MÄnoa ...
UH MÄnoa hosts HawaiÊ»i's first mobile esports tournament
Collegiate esports is trending toward more gaming experiences on mobile platforms. To keep universities in HawaiÊ»i and the Pacific at the forefront of the industry, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa hosted HawaiÊ»i's first Mobile Legends:...
April President's BOR report: FAFSA latest, broadband, extramural funding
President David Lassner provided an update on the troubled Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and its impact to the UH 10-campus system and the nation in his President's Report to the Board of Regents (BOR) at the April 18 monthly ...
ʻApelila
–April.
"It's hard to believe it's already mid Ê»Apelila and commencement celebrations are just around the bend. Where does the time go? Let us cherish each moment and stay present, for time is a precious gift.â€
–MoanikeÊ»...
Single parents find support to succeed at Windward CC program
HÄnaiaulu, Windward Community College's Hawaiian immersion childcare center, which is free for qualified students, was a saving grace for Alana Grace, a single mother of four.
"If they didn't have a childcare center, I wouldn't have come back to ...
Lanakila
–Victory, triumph; to triumph, win, overcome, beat.
"Through resilience and determination, we can rise above challenges, transforming adversity into opportunity and triumph.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke ...
Mars or bust! UH students' robot design heads to international showdown
A team of undergraduate students from the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa is one step closer to a potential deployment of its robotic rover to explore Mars. "Team Robotic Space Exploration†(Team RoSE) is headed to Utah in late May to comp...
Quarter honoring Title IX champion Patsy T. Mink is released
A special quarter celebrating the life and legacy of Patsy Takemoto Mink, a distinguished University of Hawaiʻi alumna, is available for purchase from the U.S. Mint, and began shipping on March 25. An event announcing the release and honoring the ...
Hoʻokūkū
–Contest, game, match. To hold a contest, compete, compare.
"Hawaiʻi's favorite hoʻokūkū, the Merrie Monarch, or Mele Manaka is fast approaching. The Merrie Monarch Festival is a hoʻokūkū hula (hula competiti...
Lehulehu
–Multitude, crowd, the public; numerous, very many, innumerable.
"As a Hawaiian language student at UH MÄnoa, I was blessed with the opportunity to work on the Hawaiian Word of the Day program with HawaiÊ»i Public Radio, Ka LekiÅ...
March President's BOR report: FAFSA issues, broadband initiatives
President David Lassner provided an update on the issues around the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, UH's role in the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture and the university's role in the state broadband initiative in his Pr...
100th anniversary: Kabuki music masters guide UH students
To commemorate the centennial milestone of English-language Kabuki productions at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, master musicians from Japan are mentoring students for the premiere of The Maiden Benten and the Bandits of the White Waves th...
💜 March is Women's History Month! UH News is celebrating with a round-up of inspiring stories on the leading ladies of UH!
From Aunty Edith Kanakaʻole and Haunani-Kay Trask, to Patsy T. Mink and more, we remember and recognize their amazi...
From dentist to al dente–student goes from treating mouths to feeding them
A painful, disabling condition caused Hawaiʻi Island dentist Alan Fujimoto to retire several years ago, after decades of practice.
Dentistry's loss was Hawaiʻi Community College's gain. Now a second-year culinary arts student, Fujimoto, 68, wa...
Walaʻau
–To talk, speak, converse.
"Engaging in meaningful conversations with peers and professors is like unlocking a new level of understanding. It's through those conversations that we get to share perspectives, challenge ideas, and enrich o...
UH study first to measure outrigger canoe paddling intensity
University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa public health researchers are collecting data from outrigger canoe paddlers to determine the activity's metabolic equivalents (METs), which show how many calories or energy expenditure a person burns when engaged ...
Uka
–Inland, upland, toward the mountain.
"When we eat, we take in energy, both physically and spiritually; when we rush through a meal, we consume that hectic energy. The next time you sit down to eat, be still and be present: Relish how ʻono ...
UH MÄnoa Shidler College of Business celebrates 75th anniversary
Founded in 1949 as the College of Business Administration, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Shidler College of Business has grown to become one of the world's premier business schools. The college prides itself on its multicultural learning e...
ʻOno
–Delicious, tasty, savory; to relish, crave.
"When we eat, we take in energy, both physically and spiritually; when we rush through a meal, we consume that hectic energy. The next time you sit down to eat, be still and be present: Relish h...
Record number of (more than 100) Saxophones perform at UH Game
More than 100 saxophones performed the National Anthem and Hawaiʻi Ponoʻi at a University of Hawaiʻi mens basketball game in honor of the band's 100th anniversary.
For more go to UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/02/25/saxophone-per...
ʻIke
–To see, know, feel, recognize, perceive, experience.
"Knowledge isn't just a destination; it's the compass guiding my college journey. Each lecture, every book, and every conversation fuels not only my education but also the evolution of ...
The reproduction of giant sea spiders in Antarctica has been largely unknown to researchers for more than 140 years, until now. University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa scientists traveled to the remote continent and saw first-hand the behaviors of these...
Hawaiʻi CC singled out for Fulbright excellence…again!
For the second consecutive academic year, Hawaiʻi Community College has been named a Top Fulbright Producing Institution for its Fulbright scholars and students. It is one of only 17 associate's degree granting institutions out of more than 1,200 ...
Hawaiʻi CC, community honor late UH leader Rockne Freitas
In a fitting tribute, the main entry road to HawaiÊ»i Community College–PÄlamanui has been officially named after the late Rockne Freitas, the former HawaiÊ»i CC chancellor who played a major role in developing the campus on HawaiÊ»i Islan...
Mohala
–Unfolded, as flower petals; blossoming, opening up; appearing clear, as a thought.
"'I mohala nŠka lehua, i ke keʻekeʻehi e ka ua. It is the rain that brings forth the lehua blossoms. So do gentle words bring forth much that is d...
Kauaʻi recipient: Hawaiʻi Promise scholarship 'needs to be there' for 4-year campuses
With the help of Hawaiʻi Promise, Daina Landeza-Olivier earned an associate's degree in Hawaiian studies from Kauaʻi Community College in May. Draped with the Hawaiian studies program's red kihei (traditional wrap used to mark formal ceremonies...
After decades of struggling with alcohol and drug abuse and time in and out of prisons, with the help of the University of Hawaiʻi at Maui College and its partners, Kimberly Villegas has become a working Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) ...
On a journey to weave threads of unity and deeper connections, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Native Hawaiian Place of Learning (NHPoL) Advancement Office hosted the HawaiÊ»i KuÊ»u Home Aloha (HKHA) summit January 16–18. The second an...
Ui
–To ask, question, appeal, turn to for help or advice.
"I was always told to never feel shame to ask questions, especially when I don't know how to do something or want to know more. As humans, we're curious by nature–may we never stop learni...
Hawaiʻi Promise, financial lifeline for UH students, a success
84% of recipients would have abandoned college without the Hawaiʻi Promise scholarship.
Read more at UHNews.org: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/01/22/hawaii-promise-financial-lifeline/
January President's BOR report: Aloha Stadium, enrollment
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided a detailed description on the changing relationship between UH and the future Aloha Stadium at the January 18 Board of Regents meeting at UH West Oʻahu. Lassner also provided updates on spr...
LÅkahi
–Unity, agreement, accord, unison, harmony.
"In a world that craves unity, let's explore the common threads that bind us, rather than unraveling the differences that set us apart.â€
–Emily Morden, KapiÊ»olani Community College ...
Women of UHE: UH MÄnoa students paving esports equality
Women of UH Esports (Women of UHE) was founded as an organization within the award-winning University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa esports program with the goal of supporting women and all marginalized genders in esports, making sure that they have equa...
Ua
–Rain; to rain; rainy.
"In Hawaiian songs, ua can sometimes symbolize profound emotions–such as the depths of love, sorrow and even fresh beginnings. As 2024 unfolds, let's embrace this opportunity to turn a new leaf, allowing the nourishing ...
UH launching space tech development center, student-training hub
The University of Hawaiʻi is in the initial stages of establishing a space engineering and instrument development center at the UH Institute for Astronomy's facilities on the UH Hilo campus, thanks to general fund support from the Hawaiʻi State...
Aloha Airlines flight attendants gift their collection of uniforms to UH MÄnoa's fashion design and merchandising program for preservation and research.
HÄÊ»awi
–To give, grant, allot, hand, present.
"Let us continue to wholeheartedly give and serve others–not just for a season but always. Our world is in need of warm aloha and care.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communicatio...
ʻEleu
–Active, alert, energetic, lively.
"There's always that special something in the air throughout the holiday season that seems to draw out our inner Ê»eleu. May the abundance of love, kindness and peace nourish us all.â€
–Moanike...
UH Maui College culinary students distribute 1,600 produce boxes, more
Over the second half of the fall semester, University of Hawaiʻi Maui College students and community volunteers organized about 1,600 produce boxes and distributed them to students and community members impacted by the Maui wildfires.
Learn more ...
100 years of Hawaiʻi Kabuki in English: Masters from Japan train UH actors
Hawaiʻi's long history with kabuki stretches back to the 19th century when crowds flocked to watch traveling troupes perform the traditional Japanese theatre art form known for its ornately decorated costumes and eye-catching makeup. 2024 marks th...
Holomua
–Improvement, progress.
"As you wrap up your classes this week, continue to improve and show progress so you can reach your peak performance for finals week. Good luck and have a great holiday season!â€
–Marc Arakaki, Office of Com...
Feral cattle, pigs exacerbate spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death on Hawaiʻi Island
A team of researchers from the University of HawaiÊ»i at Hilo and UH MÄnoa are leading the charge to explore the relationship between hooved animals and the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiÊ»a Death (ROD). Maps of hard hit districts on HawaiÊ»i Is...
Makana
–Gift, present; reward, award, donation, prize.
"It's the most wonderful time of the year! I love Christmas for a multitude of reasons, but one of my favorite parts is the exchanging of gifts with family and friends. Nothing beats spreading...
Hoʻomaikaʻi
–To thank, grateful, gratified.
"As we prepare to gather with loved ones this holiday season, let us take a moment to visualize and reflect on all that we are grateful for.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communicati...
President Lassner provides remarks on Israel-Gaza situation
At the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents meeting on November 16, 2023, President David Lassner addressed the issue of the conflict in Israel and Gaza involving the campuses.
November President's report: Evaluating UH structure
President David Lassner discussed that UH leadership is engaging with a third party to help evaluate the structure of the 10-campus system in order to help the Board of Regents and UH leadership to make decisions for the future.
Kani
–To sound, to cry out, to roar.
"As we prepare to embark on our life's journey, let our achievements resound. Kani ka pÅ« (sound the conch shell)!â€
–Kawena Lorenzo, KuaÊ»ana (Senior Peer Mentor) Leeward Community College KÄ«puk...
Kolohe
–Mischievous; naughty.
"While some English translations of this word seem negative, kolohe can also describe those who are playfully mischievous in that they take creative risks, such as children who are so excited to discover the world aro...
UH Foundation launches historic $1 billion campaign: For UH • For Hawaiʻi
The University of Hawaiʻi Foundation launched For UH • For Hawaiʻi, the public phase of the most ambitious comprehensive fundraising campaign in Hawaiʻi's history, to raise $1 billion for current and future students, faculty and resear...
HÅÊ»ailona
–Sign, symbol, omen.
"Sometimes the easiest way to recognize if you are on the right path of your academic journey is to take a moment to stop and take in the sign (hÅÊ»ailona) around you. It could be a certain song that sudde...
"My existence is a miracle. I was given a second chance at life,†said recent Honolulu Community College graduate Camille McComas. "I'm a recovering addict, and on the Fourth of July, I made four years on my healing journey.â€
Read more a...
HawaiÊ»i fishermen can win prizes for reporting catches of newly released pÄpio
The number of fish to catch around OÊ»ahu got a small boost when a team including University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa researchers released about 150 tagged pÄpio (juvenile ulua or giant trevally) into waters around the island.
Laʻi
–Calm, stillness, quiet
"He pŠwalea, he ao walea i ka laʻi (A night enjoyed, a day enjoyed). In the fast-pace of our world today, it is easy to get caught up in the grind and forget to remain connected within ourselves. Make time da...
Pioneering microbiome science aims for breakthroughs at UH center
A national center of excellence at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa is doing much more than groundbreaking biomedical research. The Integrative Center for Environmental Microbiomes and Human Health (ICEMHH) is building infrastructure and capa...
October 2023 President's report: Lahainaluna scholarship extended, more
President David Lassner announced an anonymous donation to extend the one-year scholarship to Lahainaluna High School students who have been impacted by the devastating August 8 wildfire. The update was part of the president's report at the monthly B...
Hana paʻa
–To fasten; to make fast
"My beloved grandpa would share with me his fishing stories as he would show me the pictures with him and the 300-pound fishes he caught. Going on fishing adventures with him all you would hear is 'hana paÊ»...
KÅkeÊ»e
–To wind or twist; to bend.
"A fitting name for my favorite place on my home island, KauaÊ»i–the roads to this beautiful park, as well as the trails that lead in, out and around it, have many twists and turns.â€
–Janica Ma...
Kaona
–Hidden meaning, as in Hawaiian poetry; concealed reference, as to a person, thing, or place; words with double meanings that might bring good or bad fortune.
"As our ancestors have shown, there is a duality that connects our physical world...
Bee-ware: Kauaʻi CC honeybees among last disease free sites
n a critical race against time, the dedicated staff and volunteers of Kauaʻi Community College's Apiary Project are working tirelessly to combat the alarming decline of honeybee populations in the United States.
Learn more at UH News:
Nani
–Beauty, glory, splendor.
"As shown in our mele (songs and chants), Hawaiians celebrated and respected the beauty of nature all around them. To me, this word is a reminder to celebrate the beauty around us–the Ê»Äina (land), our loved ...
September president's report: Maui response, enrollment, more
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided a detailed update on the university's ongoing response to the devastating Maui wildfires, including providing disaster funding for impacted UH students from Maui, scholarships for Lahainaluna ...
Laulima
–Cooperation, joint action; group of people working together; community; to work together, cooperate.
"Growing up on such a small island, Laulima is an important value we share in our community. Working together to ensure traditions and th...
Honi
–To kiss; a kiss; formerly, to touch noses on the side in greeting.
"Hugs and kisses are the most common form of greeting you can find in the islands. Growing up, I would mainly hear this word from my auntie, who would wrap me in her arms and...
Haliʻa
–Sudden remembrance, memory, especially of a loved one; fond recollection; premonition; to recall, recollect fondly.
"I chose this word because it is my middle name.â€
–Samantha-Leigh Stone, Early College student, Hawaiian 101, H...
Creator of 'Time Out' child disciplinary tool honored with memorial art
A new bench with a bronze statue of a little girl in a "time out†was installed on the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa campus this summer, honoring the UH professor who created the concept, which has been popular with parents for decades n...
Hoʻopili
–To bring together, stick to, attach oneself to a person.
"COVID stopped people from interacting with each other, with the school, and with the community for awhile. However, after overcoming COVID, people seem to be more connected tha...
New KapiÊ»olani CC chancellor's secret weapon: PÅÊ»alua Pancakes
When Misaki Takabayashi started as KapiÊ»olani Community College's new chancellor in March, she quickly learned that students' No.1 concern was basic needs–specifically skipping a meal almost daily. "PÅÊ»alua (Tuesday) Pancakes†was bo...
ʻImi
–To look, hunt, search, seek.
"As educators and students, we are always seeking to learn and grow. We should capitalize on the opportunities to Ê»Imi naÊ»auao (seek knowledge or education).â€
–Leilani Puchalski, Native Hawaiian...
HÄpai
–To carry, lift, elevate, raise
"When we are degree seeking and degree achieving, we strengthen ourselves and hÄpai more than us. We raise our Ê»ohana up, our community up, our lÄhui (nation) up, and we hÄpai HawaiÊ»i.â€...
Waimakalehua
–Water drops from the lehua trees
"Although it is described as 'water drops from the lehua trees,' in my family my aunt taught me not to use the word maʻi (sick) when referring to my time-of-the-month because it is not shown as a s...
August president's report: Impact of Maui wildfires and more (Part II)
President David Lassner provided a comprehensive update on the impacts of the deadly Maui wildfires on UH students, faculty and staff from all the 10 campuses and announced a $1 million donation from the Stupski Foundation to help UH students and emp...
August president's report: Impact of Maui wildfires and more (Part I)
President David Lassner provided a comprehensive update on the impacts of the deadly Maui wildfires on UH students, faculty and staff from all the 10 campuses and announced a $1 million donation from the Stupski Foundation to help UH students and emp...
Alakaʻi
–To lead, guide, direct; leader, guide.
"As students navigate their way through college, it is important to provide guidance to our haumÄna (students) as they pursue their academic and career goals.â€
–Leilani Puchalski, Nati...
RISE to host student entrepreneur events, funding incentives
As the Residences for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs (RISE) center prepares to open in August, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa is enhancing its student-led approach to the programs and activities at the new state-of-art facility. In additi...
$10.7M for human, environmental microbiome research
Researchers at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa have been awarded $10.7 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study how human health is impacted by exposure to microbes, how microbiomes are impacted by environmental and soci...
Kolokolo
–To track down, investigate, seek evidence.
"I picked the word 'kolokolo' because it is the root word of hoÊ»okolokolo, which is a word that is very important to describing legal terms in Ê»Ålelo HawaiÊ»i (Hawaiian language), suc...
July President's report: record extramural funding, fall enrollment, employee honored
President David Lassner announced that the University of HawaiÊ»i set another record for extramural funding in 2023 and that fall 2023 enrollment is trending upwards at the July 20 Board of Regents (BOR) meeting at UH MÄnoa.
Lassner also provid...
Makawalu
–Numerous, Many, In great quantities
"The literal translation of the word makawalu means eight eyes. When teaching students I often speak to them about the importance of looking at a situation from many different perspectives in order to ...
Ola
–Life, health, curable, heal, to live, to survive, to thrive.
"I choose the word 'ola' because it is such a positive presence in our lives. It is something that I thank God daily for allowing us to have.â€
–Pamela Valos, Hawaiian 201 s...
Space for 3D printing, fabrication, sewing, more in new UH MÄnoa RISE center
One of the unique features of the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa's Residences for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs (RISE) center, opening August 2023, will be the makerspaces–where students will have exclusive access to 3D printers, laser cut...
New USGS, UH facility to support volcano monitoring, ecosystem restoration
To prepare ground for a new U.S Geological Survey (USGS) facility that will monitor volcanoes and support conservation science, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland attended a ground blessing and visited with University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo st...
UH MÄnoa begins work on state-of-the-art student success center
A $57-million renovation of a University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa library built in 1956 will transform the four-story, 115,000-square-foot building into a state-of-the-art Student Success Center. Work on the major renovation project began in June 20...
Hoʻomau
–To carry on or persevere.
"I chose the word "hoÊ»omau†because it captures the essence of what learning Ê»Ålelo HawaiÊ»i (Hawaiian language) means to me. As this righteous native language has been subject to forceful era...
KÅ«pono
–Upright, honest, decent, proper, appropriate, rightful, reliable, worth, merit, excellence.
"I chose this Hawaiian word because I feel that it is important to be kÅ«pono in everything we do from the smallest things to the biggest.â...
Waiawa inmates earn culinary certificates from Kapiʻolani CC, hold banquet
Eight inmates at Waiawa Correctional Facility (WCF) celebrated culinary certification and showcased their new skills by preparing and serving a banquet for invited family and friends in June. After completing four college-level classes taught by Kapi...
High school students explore at marine biology camp at Moku o Loʻe (Coconut Island)
High school students from OÊ»ahu, HawaiÊ»i Island, Maui, MolokaÊ»i and KauaÊ»i spent 10 days on Moku o LoÊ»e (Coconut Island), in a fully funded overnight experience, learning about marine mammal science at a University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄ...
Hoʻoponopono
–To correct.
"HoÊ»oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian spiritual practice that involves learning to heal all things by accepting 'total responsibility' for everything that surrounds us–confession, repentance, and reconciliation. As ...
Ea
–Life, air, breath, sovereignty, rural, independence.
"I chose this word because we as Hawaiians are nothing without our ea. King Kamehameha III once said, 'Ua mau ke ea o ka Ê»Äina i ka pono,' which is commonly translated as 'the life of ...
New state-of-the-art UH MÄnoa RISE center inspired by Utah's Lassonde Studios
The state-of-the-art innovation and entrepreneurship center/student housing facility scheduled for an August opening on the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa campus is expected to be a catalyst for student-led entrepreneurial activity. The $70 mil...
Kīpuʻupuʻu
–Name of a chilly wind and rain at Waimea, HawaiÊ»i.
"I choose this Hawaiian word because I live in Waimea, and experience this rain on a weekly, sometimes daily basis. Waimea is known for our paniolo and cold weather so it i...
Kahiau
–To give generously or lavishly with the heart and not with expectation of return.
"Along one's educational journey are people who have given of their time to guide, provide support, tutor, or mentor you. Give like them, be kahiau.â€
...
May President's report: enrollment trend, early college success, health sciences initiative
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided updates on the tenure project SCR 201 Tenure Task Force, fall 2023 enrollment and extramural funding at the May 18 Board of Regents meeting at Honolulu Community College.
Lassner also highlig...
Noʻonoʻo
–Reflection, meditation, thought.
"As we process new information everyday, finding a time and safe space to reflect this knowledge is vital in the skill of learning.â€
–Ê»O wau Ê»o Pokipala, he kumu aÊ»oaÊ»o ma ke Ku...
Hawaiʻi Island students demonstrate Edith Kanakaʻole's living legacy
"E hŠmai ka ʻike mai luna mai ē†(Grant us the knowledge from above) chanted more than 300 students and members of Edith Kanakaʻole's family in a special celebration in May 2023. It was a vibrant day of hula, oli (chant), mele (so...
About 1,000 participants gathered to celebrate the iconic cultural practitioner's legacy at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo on May 6, 2023. Edith Kanakaʻole worked as a teacher at Hawaiʻi Community College and at UH Hilo in the 1970s, crea...
Akua
–God, goddess, spirit, ghost, devil, image, idol, corpse; divine, supernatural, godly.
"I chose this Hawaiian word because I feel the deeper meaning behind this word could vary depending on the person. Every culture has a different interpreta...
Go Govs! Farrington HS students earn degrees from Honolulu CC
Eight Farrington High School seniors will earn associate's degrees from Honolulu Community College on May 12 before they receive their high school diplomas, thanks to the University of Hawaiʻi and the Hawaiʻi Department of Education dual-credit...
MÄnoa signage featuring Hawaiian place names, cultural knowledge wins international award
New bilingual signage based on kÄnaka Ê»Åiwi (Native Hawaiian) knowledge and values at UH MÄnoa received the 2023 World Changing Ideas Award on May 2.
ʻĀina
–Land, Earth.
"I chose the word Ê»Äina because the earth is incredibly important to the Hawaiian people. Land is something that is sacred and brings the community together to bond over, and is a major part of the Hawaiian religio...
KaiÄulu
–Community, neighborhood, village.
"Communities, at all levels, are what comprise HawaiÊ»i. At the community colleges, we strive to encourage and empower our kaiÄulu of students, faculty and staff on-campus so that they can empower...
UH part of $17M grant to improve AI through Indigenous knowledge
The University of Hawaiʻi is part of an international group of researchers and Indigenous practitioners that has been awarded a $23-million (Canadian and approximately $17-million U.S.) grant from Canada's New Frontiers in Research Fund to work on...
$9M grant aims to restore Waikīkī reefs with coral nurseries
A coral reef restoration project off iconic Waikīkī Beach has been recommended for a $9 million grant by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Office of Habitat Conservation.
The REEFrame project is a partnership by the ...
Student housing project on UH MÄnoa campus cleared for construction
Construction on a new student housing facility on the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa campus is expected to begin in September 2023 after the UH Board of Regents (BOR) approved today (April 20, 2023) an amended agreement with the private develop...
April President's report: Tenure task force, extramural funding, Esports
President David Lassner background and an update on the SCR 201 Tenure Task Force at today's Board of Regents (BOR) meeting at KapiÊ»olani Community College. The task force was officially established by the legislature to "examine and assessâ€...
Aʻo
–To learn, to teach, to advise.
"Learning is a continuous process. As an educator, I know I still have the opportunity to learn and grow on a daily basis.â€
–Leilani Puchalski, Native Hawaiian Success Counselor, Leeward Community Co...
Shidler gives $5 million cash gift to namesake business college
Jay H. Shidler, BBA '68, an alumnus of the Shidler College of Business at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, has donated an additional $5 million in cash to the college. This latest contribution adds to Shidler's $117 million gift made in 2017...
Pilina
–Association, relationship, union, connection, meeting, joining, adhering, fitting.
"I chose the word pilina because of the multiple meanings behind this word. I valued that pilina meant such things as relationship, union, and connection.â...
The story of Tetris is now a movie, UH MÄnoa grads heard it in 2011
"It's poetry, art and math working in magical synchronicity. It's the perfect game,†proclaims entrepreneur Henk Rogers in 1988, in the movie Tetris about the addictive, ubiquitous video game. Apple TV+ said the film was, "inspired by the true ...
Makana
–Gift, present; reward, award, donation, prize.
"Makana means gift. I chose makana as my word because it is my middle name. The first thing that pops into my head when thinking about the Hawaiian culture is people gifting leis along with ho...
A new, innovative virtual reality (VR) lab at University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
A new, innovative virtual reality (VR) lab is giving University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa students, faculty and staff a one-of-a-kind opportunity to polish their public speaking skills.
The lab, managed by the Center for Communicating Scientific Inf...
March President's report: Aloha Stadium, AD search, tenure taskforce
President David Lassner provided the latest on the Aloha Stadium replacement project, the athletics director search and the implementation of the tenure taskforce recommendations at the Board of Regents meeting at UH MÄnoa.
Read more at UH News:
PÅ
–Night, darkness, obscurity; the realm of the gods.
"When I think about PŠin relation to my kuleana to Hawaiʻi and the world, I think about the importance of genealogy and my ties to the Hawaiʻi universe. PŠis the genealogical ...
Expansion of Hawaiʻi Promise would support 'Hawaiʻi's future'
Often referred to as a last-dollar scholarship, Hawaiʻi Promise is currently only available to qualified UH Community College students, covering their direct costs of education that are not covered by federal grants and other scholarships. UH is a...
HealthCAST celebrates 10 years of nursing, theatre collaboration
An innovative academic program that strategically brings acting and nursing students from the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa together is celebrating 10 years of successful collaboration. Developed in 2013, HealthCAST (Health Collaborative Actin...
Moʻolelo
–Story, history, tradition, record.
"Being that the Hawaiian culture is steeped in a robust oral tradition, our moʻolelo are the cornerstone of the way in which we share our history, our values, our traditions and so much more. As h...
Maopopo
–To clearly understand, recognize, realize.
"Learning is not effortless. When we read a book or listen to a lecture, it is crucial that we clearly understand the ʻike being presented and realize how this new information applies to our e...
Health needs of Native Hawaiian men focus of UH Cancer Center project
A University of HawaiÊ»i Cancer Center project, KÅ« Ola ("upstanding and principled healthy livingâ€) works to support culturally-grounded services that promote the health, and well-being of Native Hawaiian men. A project goal is to expand, ...
Chancellor Karen Lee wants to work with industry at Honolulu CC
Honolulu Community College Chancellor Karen Lee wants to blur the lines between academia and industry, such that both employers and students feel welcome on campus and confident that workforce needs for well-paying jobs are being met.
Read more at U...
KÄÊ»eÊ»aÊ»eÊ»a
–Expert, hero.
"I do not have a significant connection to the word 'kÄÊ»eÊ»aÊ»eÊ»a,' but it felt necessary to choose a word that is similar to a different word that is commonly used all the time, which is 'loea...
Black mosses reveal climate change effects on Antarctic glaciers
As glaciers in Antarctica have melted, previously ice-entombed black mosses have been exposed. A team led by University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa researchers conducted extensive analyses on these mosses discovered in the northern Antarctic Peninsula,...
February President's report: enrollment , chemical spills, legislative session, more
President David Lassner provided an update on enrollment for the campuses in the spring semester. He also provided updates on information regarding the chemical spills on Maunakea and HaleakalÄ and testimony and information provided during the cur...
NÄ«nau
–Sky, heaven; heavenly, spiritual.
"Nīnau in Hawaiian means question. As children we are constantly asking nīnau. As adults, we seek knowledge for answers only to find that we end up having more nīnau! I was also surprised that I ...
Lani
–Sky, heaven; heavenly, spiritual.
"I chose this Hawaiian word because it is a word about nature and is often heard in Hawaiian songs. It is also sometimes found in place names.â€
–Ayaka Suzuki, Student, Hawaiian 101, HawaiÊ»i Commu...
HÄlau
–Long house, as for canoes or hula instruction; meeting house.
"Traditionally referred to as a school for hula or house for canoes, halau has become synonymous with various educational facilities whose goals are similar to those of the ha...
Inaugural event commemorates overthrow, National Day of Racial Healing
In an effort to mark 130 years since the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the 7th annual National Day of Racial Healing, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa held an inaugural event, HawaiÊ»i KuÊ»u Home Aloha (HawaiÊ»i my beloved home)...
Noiʻi
–To seek knowledge or information; to investigate; investigation, examination, research, searching for even the smallest detail.
"'Noi' means 'to ask or request.' Noiʻi takes it a step further in the direction of education. Doing resea...
January President's report: athletics director search, new attainment goal, more
President David Lassner provided an update on the UH MÄnoa athletics director search, the new attainment goal recently adopted by HawaiÊ»i P–20 and the latest enrollment numbers for spring 2023 in his monthly report on January 19 at the Board ...
Public radio host, Chef Sheldon Simeon cook with culinary students
The host of the award-winning National Public Radio (NPR, KHPR in Hawaiʻi) series and podcast The Splendid Table, Francis Lam, and Hawaiʻi Chef Sheldon Simeon spoke and cooked with Kapiʻolani Community College culinary students in January.
...
Wiwoʻole
–Fearless, brave, bold, courageous.
"As a graduate from Ke Kula Ê»O NÄwahÄ«okalaniÊ»ÅpuÊ»u, one of Iosepa NÄwahÄ«'s best characteristics is being wiwoÊ»ole, is being fearless, which is the type of person that we al...
Kuleana
–Right, privilege, concern, responsibility.
"I believe that kuleana is an important word that many should know because a world without kuleana would be a world that thrives off of many being able to commit atrocities without feeling the co...
Ahonui
–Patience; patient, enduring, long suffering; to tolerate.
"I chose the word ahonui because patience is something I had to learn over the years to be successful in school, with my family, and with myself. Patience is needed to be able to se...
HÅÊ»ihi
–To treat as sacred; to hallow.
"As a young Kanaka 'ÅŒiwi (Native Hawaiian), I was raised to understand the importance of the word "respect†as defined by my makuakÄne (father) and kÅ«puna (honored elders). Whether respec...
HÄmau
–Silent, silence.
"It is important to be articulate and thoughtful when we speak. It is equally important to be hÄmau or silent to attune to information in class, advice from a mentor, message from a friend, manu (bird) in the forest, ...
Exhibit honors award-winning Hawaiian theatre program
A new exhibit, Hana Keaka: The Art of Hawaiian Theatre at UH MÄnoa, focuses on the revitalization of Hawaiian language and culture, particularly in the realm of theatre. Displayed in this exhibition are the origins, development and practices of ha...
Naʻau
–Intestines, guts; mind, heart, affections.
"Have you ever had that experience when you're taking a test, or making a tough decision, and you have a feeling in your gut telling you something is right or wrong? Hawaiians note this feeling ...
The performing arts hopes and dreams of Leeward Community College students and the surrounding communities got a major boost in 2019, after the three-year renovation of the Pearl City campus' Leeward Theatre. Nearly $12 million in improvements includ...
International photography mag highlights UH videographer
Street photography from UH videographer Jeff Deponte is featured in the October 2022 issue of International Lens Magazine.
For more go to UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2022/11/21/uh-videographer-lens-mag-feature/
New chainsaw drone technology deployed to fight Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death
A new aerial chainsaw device that could assist in the battle to save HawaiÊ»i's Ê»ÅhiÊ»a trees from a deadly fungal pathogen is being put to the test by a University of HawaiÊ»i at Hilo geographer. Professor Ryan Perroy and his research te...
President David Lassner provided updates on extramural funding and the public meetings for the proposed tuition schedule in his monthly report on November 17 at the Board of Regents meeting at the UH Hilo Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy. It is t...
Face of Nike Indigenous collection is KÄnaka Ê»Åiwi grad student
A University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa haumÄna (student) working toward a master's degree in the College of Education is the new face of athletic apparel giant Nike's N7 collection.
More: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2022/11/10/face-of-nike-collec...
Surfing scientists conduct 3D reef research at epic surf break
With more than 80% of the world's oceans left unexplored, untouched and unseen by humans, researchers know more about the surface of Mars than the ocean. A University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo professor is helping to fill that knowledge gap by leading a ...
Ho'omanawanui
–Patience, to be patient, steadfast, fortitude.
"Ke noÊ»onoÊ»o kÄkou i ko kÄkou kuleana no HawaiÊ»i a me ka Honua Äkea, i kekahi manawa, Ê»aÊ»ole hiki ke loaÊ»a koke ka hopena, aÊ»ole nÅ naÊ»e hoÊ»i e h...
UH MÄnoa dance concert to feature Indigenous Korean contemporary works
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre are preparing to premiere Form Within a Form: Echoes and Reverberations, a transformative dance concert with a cast of 60 performers, featuring dynamic, inte...
Hauʻoli
–Happy, glad, gay, joyful; happiness, enjoyment, joy.
"Being hauʻoli is very important to me as I am Hauʻoli, by every definition. It is important to me to hoʻohauʻoli (cause happiness) for others, be it peers, colleagues, ...
Prison inmates find joy in gift of music by UH band students
You probably don't think of the Women's Community Correctional Center in Kailua as a likely venue for a symphonic band concert. But for one night in October, the space behind bars was filled with the sounds of trumpets, drums, clarinets and more.
Fo...
Ulu
–To grow, increase, spread; growth;
"Whether it's in a classroom, an office, our home or with loved ones, may we always strive to ulu, to grow and flourish each and every day.â€
–MoanikeÊ»ala Nabarro, Office of Communications, Ke K...
October President's report: fall enrollment, Strategic Plan, Aloha Stadium
President David Lassner provided key takeaways on fall 2022 enrollment for the 10-campus system in his monthly report today at the Board of Regents meeting at Leeward Community College on October 20, 2022. Lassner also addressed recent media reports ...
KÅ«pono
–Upright, honest, decent, proper, appropriate, rightful, reliable, worth, merit, excellence.
"The term kūpono comes to mind when I think of Hawaiian language and culture and how exciting it is to see the revitalization of both within ...
A popular exploratory dance course combining artistry forms such as drag, runway, vogue and pageantry is gaining momentum at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa. The Department of Theatre and Dance recently launched a queer dance class, a three-...
Maoli
–Native, indigenous, aborigine, genuine, true, real, actual.
"Earlier this week, states and communities across America celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day. On this day, I sat in reflection of all things lÄhui (nation)–from Ê»ike (knowl...
2022 Pacific Rim Research Libraries Alliance Annual Meeting
2022 Pacific Rim Research Libraries Alliance Annual Meeting
University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
October 11-13, 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Library will host the Pacific Rim Research Lib...
Ä€nuenue
–Rainbow.
"The Änuenue can represent so many things to various people and cultures throughout the hÅnua (world). For me, the Änuenue represents hope, love, equality and joy. All things that we need a little bit more of in Hawa...
UH leads $40M grant for climate-smart food production
A team of University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa researchers is the scientific/creative lead on an up-to $40-million U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant to assist HawaiÊ»i farmers, ranchers and foresters in implementing sustainable, climate-s...
The overwhelming majority of alumni from the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, UH Hilo and UH West OÊ»ahu say their degrees were worth the investment and that UH helped them achieve their goals. That's according to a survey by the Strada Educat...
Students get a 'Leap-Start' into high-demand IT jobs
A new program is training University of Hawaiʻi students to enter the critical, growing information technology (IT) sector by providing practical experience with the help of local companies. Computer and technology occupations are promising career...
PÅmaikaÊ»i
–Good fortune, blessed, fortunate.
"At new student orientation I met so many students who felt the pÅmaikaÊ»i of going to school in HawaiÊ»i. How do we continue to foster that feeling and awareness of pÅmaikaÊ»i to fuel...
Top chefs inspire UH Community College culinary students
The next generation of local chefs got a special opportunity to hear from and engage with internationally prominent chefs, influencers and innovators at the Kapiʻolani Community College and Culinary Institute of the Pacific (CIP) student conferenc...
Windward CC launches $1M scholarship drive for 50th anniversary
Windward Community College has set a goal to raise $1 million for student scholarships over its golden anniversary year and kicked off the fundraising drive in September with an event that included dignitaries, students, alumni and the unveiling of t...
Lawai'a
–Fisherman, Fishing technique; to fish, to catch.
'If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. But if you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime.'
"As my career supports my student's academic journey, it is better to teach...
UH Community College team launches student-built rocket in competition
A team of students and faculty from the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges launched a 10.5-foot custom rocket they built in the ARLISS (A Rocket Launch for International Student Satellites) 2022 Come-Back competition in Nevada. This year's A...
September president's report: masking, strategic plan, tenure and enrollment updates
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner explained the reasoning behind the lifting of the remaining face masks requirements on UH campuses and announced that overall enrollment is slightly down across the system in his monthly report at the ...
ʻOnipaʻa
–Steadfast, firm, resolute, determined. This was the motto of King Kamehameha V and Queen LiliÊ»uokalani.
"As our haumÄna (students) embark on their journey through academia, they must remember to remain Ê»onipaÊ»a.â€
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UH Foundation raises record $165M for students, programs, research
In a year that included some groundbreaking gifts, the University of HawaiÊ»i Foundation raised a record $165 million from more than 18,000 donors. The total amount for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 surpassed the previous year by $...
Anonymous donor endows $3M scholarships at UH Hilo, including 1st for LGBTQ+ students
An anonymous donor recently gifted the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo the largest scholarship endowment in the history of the school. The $3 million gift will provide three new scholarships for students at UH Hilo, including the first-ever endowed ...
Anonymous donor endows $3M scholarships at UH Hilo, including 1st for LGBTQ+ students
An anonymous donor recently gifted the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo the largest scholarship endowment in the history of the school. The $3 million gift will provide three new scholarships for students at UH Hilo, including the first-ever endowed ...
Hoʻomalu
–To protect, to make peace.
"As we educate our future leaders throughout the UH system, it is our kuleana (responsibility) to ensure that part of their education is how they will hoÊ»omalu their communities for future generations.â...
Renowned Korean choreographers train MÄnoa dancers for mainstage
The National Endowment of the Arts gave the UH MÄnoa College of Arts, Languages and Letters a $10,000 award for the production, which helped bring renowned artists Jae Hyuk Jung and Samjin Kim to the MÄnoa campus to train students for a few spe...
HawaiÊ»i high school counselors play key role in UH MÄnoa recruitment
About 130 high school college/guidance counselors from across the state attended a September workshop hosted by the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Office of Admissions. The counselors play a pivotal role in guiding local high school students on...
New Zoo keiki meal named after award-winning Leeward CC culinary student
Leeward Community College student Kaleb Molina, whose Vegan Rigatoni Bolognese won the 7-Eleven healthy bento contest in December 2021 and was featured in Hawai'i 7-Eleven stores for a limited time in 2022.Â
Kaleb's Keiki Meal (named after him) i...
UH Project Imua students to launch rockets in back-to-back events
Get ready for launch! A team of seven students and faculty from the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges is building an 10.5-foot custom rocket to launch in the annual ARLISS (A Rocket Launch for Student Satellites) competition in Black Rock, ...
Welina
–A greeting of affection, similar to aloha; a salutation in a letter.
"August has arrived, and the fall term is in full swing! All week, we eagerly greeted our students with aloha and welina as they returned to our campuses.â€
–Nikk...
Oli, traditional protocol to name Kapiʻolani CC landmark
PÅ« kani (conch shell) and oli (chants) echoed through the piko (center) of the KapiÊ»olani Community College campus just after sunrise on August 17 to mark the beginning of PÅkinahua, a traditional Hawaiian ceremony honoring aliÊ»i (chiefs)...
August president's report: accreditation, enrollment and Ching Athletics Complex
University of HawaiÊ»i President David Lassner provided updates on WASC accreditation in his monthly report today, August 18, at the Board of Regents meeting at UH MÄnoa. UH MÄnoa was reaffirmed for 10 years, and ​​UH West OÊ»...
Spectacular UH Project Imua space video inspires awe
"Out of this world†is one way to describe the incredible video captured by a University of Hawaiʻi Community College experiment nearly 100 miles above Earth. On August 11, a 44-foot NASA sounding rocket blasted off from Wallops Flight Facil...
Wehena
–Opening, unfastening, taking off; solution, as of a problem.
"As we embark on our new academic year, it is important that we wehe (open) appropriately our 'wehena makahiki kula' our opening of the academic year in a unified way in order to...
The University of HawaiÊ»i launched a statewide marketing campaign on August 15, 2022. "There is a place for you†encourages residents–no matter their circumstances–to consider enrolling at a UH campus and pursue a higher education. The c...
UH Community College experiment launched into space on NASA rocket
Mission accomplished! At 12:08 p.m. HST on August 11, 2022, a 44-foot NASA sounding rocket blasted off from Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia carrying a scientific experiment designed by University of Hawaiʻi Community College students about 91 ...
Wela
–Hot, burned; heat, temperature.
"As the wela of summer swells throughout Hawaiʻi, may we all look forward to cooler days ahead as the arrival of the fall 2022 semester draws near. Excited to reconnect with colleagues on campus and meet ne...
University of Hawaii tap water dashboard news conference
A virtual news conference was held on August 5, 2022 to discuss the launch of the Tap Water Screening Dashboard. Developed by the University of Hawaiʻi Red Hill Task Force the dashboard displays data on potential fuel-based contaminants in water s...
New renderings of Sinclair student success center as design team is chosen
New architectural renderings provide a glimpse of the $53-million student success center on the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa campus that will further enrich the student life experience. The Swinerton/G70 design-build team has been awarded the...
ʻIkena
–knowledge
"Ua lehulehu a manomano ka Ê»ikena a ka HawaiÊ»i. (Great and numerous is the knowledge of the Hawaiians.)â€
–Kaleialoha Lum-Ho, Coordinator, Hulili Ke Kukui Hawaiian Center, KÅ«lana HawaiÊ»i Hawaiian Programs D...
Hoʻomaha
–To rest, to take a vacation, to take a break.
"Ê»O ke kau wela ka manawa e hoÊ»omaha nÄ haumÄna. (Summer is a time for students to take a break.) He aha kÄu hana i kÄ“ia wÄ hoÊ»omaha? (What are some things you ha...
Free job trainings, certifications offered through UH Community Colleges
With many local employers seeking to fill vacant positions, including thousands of critical healthcare jobs throughout the state, the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges are continuing to offer free short-term trainings leading to industry cr...
July presidentʻs report: Record extramural funding, COVID-19 update
University of HawaiÊ»i President David Lassner announced that UH received a record $505 million in extramural funds for fiscal year 2022 in his monthly report today, July 21, at the Board of Regents meeting at UH MÄnoa.
AwÄwa
–Valley, gulch, ravine. The opposite of mauna. A low, level place with high ground on each side. AwÄwa is also the space between your fingers and toes.
""Ê»O hea kou awÄwa? Which awÄwa do you identify most with?â€â€
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Lako
–Well-supplied, well furnished, rich, prosperous.
"E mÄkaukau nÅ Ê»oe i ka huakaÊ»i i ka lako o kou waÊ»a (You will be ready for the journey when your canoe is well supplied).â€
–Kaleialoha Lum-Ho, Coordinator, Hulili Ke K...
Efforts to protect tropical lowland dry forest in North Kona recently got a big boost as HawaiÊ»i Community College–PÄlamanui and the state Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) finalized an agreement to conserve a 706-acre parcel ad...
Native Hawaiian high schoolers immersed in science, more at UHMÄnoa
18 haumÄna (students) from high schools across HawaiÊ»i and the continental U.S. are wrapping up a free residential summer program at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, part of a continued push to increase the number of Native Hawaiian st...
Two University of Hawaiʻi Community College students and their advisor spent more than a week at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia to prepare their scientific payload for a space launch in August. They are part of a team of Project Imua...
KÄkoÊ»o
–To uphold, support, favor, assist, prop up; to bind, as with a sash or belt; support, aid, recommendation, girdle.
"As educators, it is our kuleana to kÄkoÊ»o our haumÄna (students).â€
–F. Kahale Saito, Native Hawaiia...
Haliʻa
–A sudden remembrance, or memory, especially of a loved one; a fond recollection; or premonition.
"In a world that is ever changing, the recollection of people dear to our hearts brings comfort and stability. I ke onaona o ka lei pīka...
UH hosts high school students overnight on Moku o Loʻe (Coconut Island)
OÊ»ahu high school students spent the week on Moku o LoÊ»e (Coconut Island) learning about marine mammals science at a University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa summer program.
Anonymous donor endows $3M scholarships at UH Hilo, including 1st for LGBTQ+ students
An anonymous donor recently gifted the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo the largest scholarship endowment in the history of the school. The $3 million gift will provide three new scholarships for students at UH Hilo, including the first-ever endowed ...
UH to develop living coastal-protection system inspired by coral reefs
The University of Hawaiʻi will be awarded up to $25 million by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop an engineered coral reef ecosystem to help protect coastlines from flooding, erosion and storm damage.
UH astronomers mentor Maui keiki for future science careers
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy (IfA) continues its mission to inspire new generations of scientists. From May 30 through June 3, Hawaiʻi Student/Teacher Astronomy Research or HI STAR ho...
LÄlÄwai
–Prosperous, successful, well-to-do, rich.
"The measure of one's lÄlÄwai is personally defined by each individual, you determine what prosperity and success looks like to you. â€
–KÅ«lana HawaiÊ»i, Hawaiian Programs...
Kīkīkoʻele
–Done to completeness, perfection.
"Ua kÄ«kÄ«koÊ»ele ka Ê»aha hemo kula no nÄ haumÄna kula nui. Graduation was perfect for the graduates.â€
–KÅ«lana HawaiÊ»i, Hawaiian Programs Division, Honolulu Commu...
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship (CMS) employees responsible for the many facets of stewardship of the mauna were commended during a May 19 report to the UH Board of Regents. CMS Executive Director Greg Chun praised th...
Kanu
–To plant, bury, planting, burial, figuratively meaning hereditary.
–KÅ«lana HawaiÊ»i, Hawaiian Programs Division, Honolulu Community College
For more information on other elements of the definition and usage, go to the UH Hilo Wehewe...
UH blessing, dedication honors nursing school donor Nancy Atmospera-Walch
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa has unveiled permanent signage at Webster Hall officially recognizing the home of the Nancy Atmospera-Walch School of Nursing. The school was renamed in honor of Dr. Nancy Atmospera-Walch for her transformatio...
UH scientific relic deemed 'National Treasure,' makes new home at Smithsonian museum
Nearly 25 years after her birth made international headlines, Cumulina, the first cloned mouse and the first cloned mammal in the United States recently made the trek to her new home in the renowned Smithsonian's National Museum of American History i...
Holu
–Springy, pliable, resilient, as a mattress; to sway, as palm fronds; to ripple, as waves
–KÅ«lana HawaiÊ»i, Hawaiian Programs Division, Honolulu Community College
For more information on other elements of the definition and usage, go...
Presidentʻs report: COVID-19, enrollment, federal funding
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided the latest on UH's response to COVID-19 in his monthly report today, May 19, at the Board of Regents meeting at Honolulu Community College. Lassner cited the increase in positive cases in the ...
Hoʻolauleʻa
–to celebrate or a celebration for a special occasion.
"Ua hiki mai ka panina o kÄ“ia makahiki kulanui nei, no laila, e hoÊ»omaikaÊ»i kÄkou i ka papa pÅ«kana o ka makahiki 2022 me ka hoÊ»olauleÊ»a ana i kÄ lÄ...
Tahitian dance helps expand culture, diversity in arts
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Department of Theatre and Dance has launched a pilot program to help diversify the curriculum of the culture and arts from across the Pacific. This spring, the inaugural MoananuiÄkea Artists-in-Residency pr...
UH Hawaiian language play scoops 8 national awards
A University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa hana keaka (play) written and directed by a graduate student in the Department of Theatre and Dance captured eight national awards from the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The national...
Kukui
–Candle nut tree, lamp, light, torch
"Like many of our native plants, the kukui tree has many uses and provides such things as oil for lamps/torch, ʻinamona (relish made of kukui and Hawaiian salt), medicinal, shade, etc.
In our UH logo,...
Loko Iʻa
–Fishpond
"Hawaiian loko iÊ»a were unique and sophisticated aquaculture systems that were vital to the sustenance of an ahupuaÊ»a in traditional times. Within the ahupuaÊ»a of KapÄlama which Honolulu Community College sits in,...
MauÅ
–Sustainability. MauÅ is made up of two basic words; mau, stability, unbroken continuity, and o, enduring in a healthy state. This new Hawaiian word was coined by the Hawaiian Language Lexicon Committee in 2016.
"The practice of mauÅ...
Social media went awry on Sunday, April 17, after thousands reshared a video clip of what looked like a swirling ball of light gliding over the summit of Maunakea. The eerie footage was captured just after 5 p.m. Hawaiʻi time by a livestream camer...
UH President's report and legislative update to Board of Regents
University of HawaiÊ»i President David Lassner provided updates on the tenure task force, progress on the strategic plan and highlighted the success of UH MÄnoa athletics in 2022 in his monthly report to the Board of Regents on April 21.
UH Vic...
Share an evening with HawaiÊ»i's renowned slack key guitar and falsetto artist, Bobby Moderow Jr., in the workshop Kani NÄ Pua KoÊ»olau hosted by Windward Community College Music Instructor Kamuela Kimokeo.
HoÊ»Åla
–To give life, to revive, to heal.
"While I was eating lunch earlier this week I heard two students conversing completely in Ê»Ålelo HawaiÊ»i (Hawaiian language). It was so exciting to my ears! They are examples of hoÊ»ola Ê...
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Counseling and Student Development Center (CSDC) and Native Hawaiian Student Services (NHSS) hosted a webinar on April 4 to share Ê»ike (knowledge) about how the traditional art of hula can help enhance ment...
Hana
–To work, do, or commit.
"Our kuleana at the university is to help prepare the next generation of leaders to hana; to do good work for our families, our communities, our Ê»Äina, and our lÄhui.â€
–KaiwipunikauikawÄ“kiu Lipe,...
Hoʻomaka
–To begin; to commence a work; to set forth a new thing.
"The past two years have given so many of us the opportunity to deeply reflect on life's struggles and gifts. I hold great hope that we will infuse the powerful insight gained in...
Comedic play to debut in Hawaiian, Pidgin and Ê»Ålelo mÄhÅ«
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre continue to celebrate the expansion of hana keaka (Hawaiian theatre), which are plays performed primarily in Ê»Ålelo HawaiÊ»i (Hawaiian language). The...
Palikū Theatre welcomes back live audiences with Oriental Faddah and Son
Enjoy an ensemble performance of the theme from Kikaida, investigate what it means to be Okinawan in HawaiÊ»i and reflect on paternal relationships in Oriental Faddah and Son, at Windward Community College's PalikÅ« Theatre, April 21–May 1.
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KÄlai
–To carve, cut, hew, engrave, hoe; to divide, as land; to shape a canoe or (fig.) an enterprise or intellectual policy; to plan, formulate, budget.
"Carving offers insight into the meticulous thought processes of our ancestors. It is in p...
Na'auao
–Learned, knowledge, wisdom
"We all have wisdom both inherent and acquired. Wisdom and knowledge have been entrusted to us from our kÅ«puna (elders) and mÄkua (parents). As another medium of learning, the University of HawaiÊ»i pro...
Ao
–Light, day, daylight, dawn; to dawn, grow light; enlightened; to regain consciousness
"As we continue to strengthen and work together as a people, it is always important for us to remember the 'ao,' the light. We are reaching a new consciousne...
Moʻokūʻauhau
–Genealogy, genealogical story
"At the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, we value the deep Native Hawaiian genealogies of this place and seek to learn from their wisdom in best caring for each other and our island home. W...
Revolutionary climate data portal critical to future planning
Knowledge of climate patterns is critically important for a variety of resource management issues, including groundwater and surface water development and protection, controlling and eradicating invasive species, protecting and restoring native ecosy...
Gov. David Ige signed a proclamation that declared February 28 "Alice Augusta Ball Day†in HawaiÊ»i at a special recognition ceremony on the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa campus on February 28, 2022.
Ball (1892–1916), UH's first Afr...
Hoʻomanaʻo
–To remember
"So much of what we do as a university is about remembering and sharing. As a Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Campus, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa has a kuleana to invite all of us to hoÊ»om...
Public asked to participate in update to Maunakea management plan
The University of Hawaiʻi is seeking public input on an update to the 2009 Maunakea Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP), the management framework approved by the Board of Land and Natural Resources (BLNR) for Maunakea lands managed by UH.
For mor...
Maui student creates way to free tuition in #TakeMeToManoa contest
Hezekiah Kapuaala's #TakeMeToManoa video entry touched upon how winning will help finance his education and prepare him for his future, and how UH MÄnoa will enable him to get closer to pursuing and living his passion of being a video creator.
T...
Waipahu students win telescope time through Maunakea Scholars Program
Astronomy haumÄna (students) at Waipahu High School were commended for their research efforts and rewarded with observation time at some of HawaiÊ»i's leading telescopes. The Maunakea Observatories announced four haumÄna will be given time to...
UH midshipmen 'see' historic Pearl Harbor attack in VR
The fiery December 7, 1941 surprise attack on Pearl Harbor got "real†for the first cadre of Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) midshipmen at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa. As part of their U.S. Naval History course, the 2...
Awe
–Thread, strand, thin, soft, wake of a ship
"Awe is my favorite Hawaiian word. The wake of a ship appears as a thin thread and can be detected for hundreds of miles. A lingering fragrance can be an awe. The common aspect of these examples is t...
Participate in economics research experiments and get paid!
University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa students can play the role of a corporate firm, stock market trader or consumer for a day while contributing to economics research, and receive monetary compensation at the same time. These economics experiments h...
UH President's report: Booster change, record graduation and retention rates
UH President David Lassner delivered his monthly report to the Board of Regents on February 17 and said that COVID-19 boosters will not be required to work and attend UH and that current student and employee COVID-19 vaccination policies will remain ...
University of HawaiÊ»i Ê»Ålelo of the week: kaukoe
kaukoe
–To continue or persevere in a straight course.
"I ko Ke Kulanui Kaiaulu o Honolulu manaÊ»o, he kÅ«pono maoli nÅ ka huaÊ»Ålelo Ê»o "kaukoe†no ka paipai Ê»ana a me ke kÄkoÊ»o Ê»ana i nÄ haumÄna, nÄ kumu...
New York Fashion Week showcases UH alumna, Native Hawaiian wahine designer
A team of Native Hawaiian models, musicians and dancers graced a New York Fashion Week runway in February to highlight one-of-a-kind creations by Ola Hou Designs' Sharayah Chun-Lai. The University of Hawai'i at MÄnoa alumna, who earned a bachelor'...
Institute for Astronomy director highlights Hawaiʻi astronomy global impact
University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy Director Doug Simons explains how Hawaiʻi is the world leader in astronomy, and UH's role in that 50-year legacy.
Learn more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2022/02/09/hawaii-astronomy-impa...
University of HawaiÊ»i Ê»Ålelo of the week: maiau
Maiau
–Skillful, ingenious, careful, thorough
"The legacy of excellence embedded in the ancient wisdom of our kupuna passed on to subsequent generations is seen today in the skills of our wayfinders, in the ingenious choreography of our hula maste...
University of HawaiÊ»i Ê»Ålelo of the week: HoÊ»okÅ
Ho'okÅ: To fulfill, to carry out
"When we think about our responsibilities to serve Hawai'i and the world, I think about the importance of not only talking about and planning for it, but to really ho'okÅ those responsibilities to make a healthi...
'Americans and the Holocaust' traveling exhibition at UH West Oʻahu
The University of HawaiÊ»i–West OÊ»ahu James & Abigail Campbell Library is one of 50 U.S. libraries selected to host "Americans and the Holocaust,†a traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum that examines the motives, ...
UH President David Lassner delivered his monthly report to the Board of Regents on January 20. Lassner began with a message of compassion for Tonga and everyone in the UH ʻohana impacted by the recent volcanic eruption.
He then updated UH's ongoi...
Free UH event for high schoolers features swag, games, prizes
HawaiÊ»i high schoolers are invited to We Go KÄkou, a free informational virtual session filled with swag, games, prizes and hands-on activities for haumÄna (students) considering college. Students can sign up for either the February 2 or 16,...
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa's School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) announced a seven-year $50 million commitment from Dr. Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg, which will support various research groups within HawaiÊ»...
UH breaks ground on RISE entrepreneurship, student housing facility
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa broke ground Thursday, January 13 on the Residences for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs (RISE), an innovation and entrepreneurship center/student housing facility on the site of the former Atherton YMCA acros...
Explosion of supergiant star captured by UH telescope
Using a University of HawaiÊ»i telescope on HaleakalÄ and another on Maunakea, astronomers, for the very first time, imaged the dramatic end to a red supergiant star's life as it was happening. The massive star's rapid self-destruction and final...
McFall-Ngai blazes trail to lead life, environmental sciences at Carnegie
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa's pioneering microbiome researcher Margaret McFall-Ngai has been named the inaugural director of a newly created research division of the Carnegie Institution for Sciences that will focus on life and environme...
Ground-breaking UH-designed sensors aboard NASA's historic space telescope
After NASA launches the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) on a historic mission this December, scientists anticipate their first glimpse of the most distant objects ever seen in the universe. Technology developed and tested at the University of Hawai...
UH-designed sensors aboard NASA's historic space telescope
IfA-designed sensors tested on Maunakea will enable the James Webb Space Telescope to gaze deeper into space than ever before.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/12/20/uh-designed-sensors-aboard-historic-space-telescope/
Kahealani - Finding Our Kuleana, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
Meet Kahealani - Within the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, Kahealani connects to her Native Hawaiian identity in a very purposeful way. She is exploring ways to heal our food s...
Kahealani - Finding Our Kuleana, University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa
Meet Kahealani - Within the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, Kahealani connects to her Native Hawaiian identity in a very purposeful way. She is exploring ways to heal our food s...
$1M gift supports med students, honors UHA Founder Max Botticelli
The student learning center at the University of Hawaiʻi John A. Burns School of Medicine will also be dedicated to the memory of the late Max Botticelli.
Learn more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/12/10/jabsom-gift-honors-max-bottic...
UH President's December 2021 report: COVID-19 update, state budget and Red Hill water crisis
UH President David Lassner delivered his monthly report to the Board of Regents on December 16. Lassner started with the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic as UH campuses prepare to reopen in January 2022. He called on students and employees to get vacc...
UH alumna to showcase contemporary Hawaiian designs at NY Fashion Week
From a very young age, Sharayah Chun-Lai adored the thrill of fashion. One of her favorite pastimes as a little girl was playing dress up inside her grandmother's classy closet and trying on shoes. That admiration for apparel led her to pursue a Fash...
UH solar eclipse chasers prepare for Antarctica expedition
To catch a glimpse of the next total solar eclipse on December 4, sky gazers will have to trek to the icy continent of Antarctica. University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy (IfA) Astronomer Shadia Rifai Habbal and her eclipse team, the Solar W...
Asian-American artist traces racism roots to Pearl Harbor bombing
Immediately after the devastating surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, artist Ken Okiishi's grandfather unloaded all traces of the family's Japanese possessions by dumping them into MÄmala Bay. His rash decision came after receivin...
UH president's report: COVID-19 update, telework policy, federal funding and more
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements for the spring 2020 semester, the employee telework policy and the expected increase in online offerings in his monthly report to the Board o...
More than seven-fold increase in wēkiu bug survey on Maunakea
The population of the endemic wēkiu bug, which can only be found on puʻu (cinder cones) on the summit of Maunakea, remains healthy according to the insect captures recorded during the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewar...
1st place in rocketry competition for UH Community College students
A team of students from multiple University of Hawai'i campuses took first place in a rocketry competition held in Nevada in September. The UH Community Colleges' Project Imua Mission 9 team won the extreme altitude hybrid motor competition with the ...
UH President: COVID-19 update, spring 2022, tenure task force, more
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on the university's continuing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, spring 2022 plans for more in-person instruction, fall enrollment, legislative inquiries and task force on tenure an...
Kapolei in Common: How Far We Can Go by UH West O'ahu student Micah Niinuma
Videos produced by Academy for Creative Media at the University of HawaiÊ»i–West OÊ»ahu students have been given a unique showcase. In September, Kapolei Commons announced its new "Kapolei in Common†campaign, which features a collaborati...
$1.33M grant to better understand, forecast Hawaiʻi's complex weather and climate
In a first, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa a three-year, $1,334,481 grant to deploy dozens of climate stations across the state. "HawaiÊ»i Mesonet†is a public impact research projec...
Free HPD exam prep course could be first step for a good paying job
A free University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges course could help boost qualified unemployed Oʻahu residents toward a job with a starting salary that tops $70,000. The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) is continuously recruiting qualified women ...
ʻŌlelo, oli and live musicians fill Kennedy Theatre season opener
The world premiere hana keaka or Hawaiian Theatre program production, He Leo Aloha, follows the story of a group of kanaka maoli (Native Hawaiian) students at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa and their struggles with finding and navigating lo...
Free job training for unemployed O'ahu residents filling fast
Nearly 400 residents have already registered for O'ahu Back to Work, through the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges.
Read more at UH News: uhnews.org
President's report: COVID-19, enrollment, Maunakea and more
UH President David Lassner provided an update on the university's continuing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, fall enrollment, the latest Maunakea stewardship efforts and the Ching Athletic Complex retrofit to accommodate football games in his mont...
Former HI–SEAS crew member launching into historical space mission
One of the original crew members of the 2013 University of HawaiÊ»i's HawaiÊ»i Space Exploration Analog and Simulation program (HI–SEAS) on Mauna Loa is headed to space, for real. Geoscientist Sian Proctor is one of four crew members who will b...
Public input requested for new Maunakea Master Plan
The University of Hawaiʻi is seeking broad community feedback on a draft of a new Maunakea Master Plan that will guide land-use decisions on UH-managed Maunakea lands. The overarching goals of the plan are to reduce impacts to the natural resource...
UH president's report: Fall semester, vaccine, testing requirements and more
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on UH's continuing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the COVID-19 vaccine and testing requirements, in his monthly report to the Board of Regents on August 19. Other topic...
All University of Hawaii campuses require that students be fully vaccinated or tested regularly for COVID-19 to be on campus for classes, activities and services.
The University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges will be giving daily prizes from Augus...
Oʻahu residents who are struggling to find employment because of the COVID-19 pandemic can enroll in free job preparation classes at the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges. The Oʻahu Back to Work initiative is sponsored by the City and...
Maunakea Rangers warn public of hazards, vehicle restrictions to summit
Maunakea Rangers of the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship (CMS) are urging the public to exercise caution when visiting the mauna. As visitor arrivals to the islands increase, many are eager to explore Hawaiʻi but ma...
Undergraduate ʻulu research yields innovative recipes, hopes for other local crops
Mouthwatering ʻulu creations were part of a recent undergraduate research project into the obstacles to cooking and consuming ʻulu by recent Kapiʻolani Community College Culinary Arts Program graduate Christopher Fujimoto at the Culinary Inn...
UH President's report: Vaccine mandate update, vaccine survey results and more
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on the fall semester, COVID-19 vaccinations and the 10-campus university system in his monthly report to the Board of Regents on July 15, 2021.
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Weird, delicious, science at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific
Fire, ice and smoke! No, it's not Eurovision. It's the Culinary Innovation Center in the University of Hawaiʻi's Culinary Institute of the Pacific on Diamond Head, where students in the "Food Science and Modernist Cuisine†300-level class ma...
Weird, delicious, science at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific
Fire, ice and smoke! No, it's not Eurovision. It's the Culinary Innovation Center in the University of Hawaiʻi's Culinary Institute of the Pacific on Diamond Head, where students in the "Food Science and Modernist Cuisine†300-level class ma...
First endangered ʻuaʻu observed on Maunakea in more than 60 years
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo researchers located an endangered native seabird called the ʻuaʻu and a nesting site on Maunakea in May 2021. Active ʻuaʻu (also known as the Hawaiian petrel or Pterodroma sandwichensis) have not been reco...
Kapiolani Community College student DyLin Khoe's "The Sword 2†won a 2021 silver Pele Award in Animation or Special Effects.
For more UH Pele winners go to UH News at:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/07/06/2021-pele-awards/
The COVID-19 pandemic was both challenging and unfamiliar on many levels and has caused uncertainty about the future. According to University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Counseling and Student Development Center (CSDC) psychologists, this can be a perf...
Could moss, recycled fishing net roofs keep homes cool?
An environmentally-friendly and sustainable roof design that combines natural moss with recycled fishing net is the focus of a University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa student-led project.
Learn more about the University of Hawaiʻi's ten campuses at:...
UH MÄnoa housing, entrepreneurship center moves forward
Project partners plan to begin work in late July on a first-of-its-kind, $70-million, six-story facility at the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa that integrates student housing and an innovation/entrepreneurship center, funded with private, non-t...
58% of surveyed UH students hit with hunger, housing problems
In 2020, the University of Hawaiʻi Basic Needs Committee partnered with the Hope Center for College, Community and Justice to conduct a comprehensive basic needs assessment of the UH student body, and provided technical assistance in developing a ...
Engineering students release driverless delivery vehicle prototype
Soon, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa may have its own fully-autonomous delivery vehicle thanks to a project by College of Engineering students. Members of UH Parcel Service (UHPS) have created a wireless prototype delivery vehicle capable o...
Free tuition for unemployed residents offered for resilient industry job training
Unemployed or underemployed Hawaiʻi residents have an opportunity to get up to $2,000 in tuition assistance for short-term training at University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges that can lead to industry credentials in healthcare, technology and ...
Engineering students prep rocket to launch in national competition
Members from University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa's Team HÅkÅ«lele are headed to Mojave, Calif., to launch their 15-foot rocket and payload in a national competition. The project by College of Engineering students was accepted into the Friends o...
UH Community College scholarships for furloughed, unemployed residents: David Ochoco
A University of Hawaiʻi scholarship to assist unemployed or furloughed workers has meant a life-changing difference to former commuter airline pilot David Ochoco. He is among more than 300 recipients of Kūlia Scholarships since they were first ...
UH Community College scholarships for furloughed, unemployed residents: Lindsey Brown
A University of Hawaiʻi scholarship to assist unemployed or furloughed workers has meant a life-changing difference to former Four Seasons Resorts employee Lindsey Brown. She is among more than 300 recipients of Kūlia Scholarships since they we...
Student vaccine requirement part of President Lassnerʻs update to regents
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on the fall semester, COVID-19 vaccinations and the 10-campus university system in his monthly report to the Board of Regents on May 20.
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UH to require COVID-19 vaccination for on-campus students this fall
The University of Hawaiʻi System is adding the COVID-19 vaccination to its student health clearance requirements beginning in the fall 2021 semester. This means that, to be on any UH campus, students must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Re...
New certificate to fast-track students to creative media employers
Cutting edge skills in new media fields, including video game and esports design, digital film production, and new media theatre and dance performance, are the focus of a new University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa certificate for undergraduate students...
UH MÄnoa gifted rights to award-winning Asian American playwright's works
A friend of one of HawaiÊ»i's most iconic and celebrated playwrights, Edward Sakamoto, has gifted his entire catalog of plays to the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Department of Theatre and Dance, an extremely rare endowment. The gift gives U...
A Climate For Change Episode 3 - Ketchup and M&M's
The pandemic has highlighted the fragility of Hawaii's broken food system and the very real need for an island community to not only support its local farms but to shift to a more sustainable plant-based diet.
Anonymous $200K PPE donation goes far across UH campuses
A large donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) from an anonymous donor is going to help keep students, faculty and staff across the University of Hawaiʻi System safer. More than 5,000 face shields and almost 1,400 containers of hand sanit...
Global elite Overwatch Leagueâ„¢ teams to compete at UH
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa will host one of the fastest growing leagues in all of international esports. Elite teams from the Overwatch League (OWL) will participate in a series of four tournaments at UH MÄnoa May–August 2021.
Rea...
UH President: fall semester, funding, COVID-19 vaccination update
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner provided an update on the fall semester, COVID-19 vaccinations and the 10-campus university system in his monthly report to the Board of Regents on April 15.
For more about the University of HawaiÊ»...
The University of HawaiÊ»i community is mourning the loss of highly respected, deep-sea voyaging canoe HÅkÅ«leÊ»a captain Chad KÄlepa Baybayan, who served as a navigator-in-residence at the Ê»Imiloa Astronomy Center of HawaiÊ»i.
UH showcases $20M ʻIke Wai project at international water conference
As the University of Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi EPSCoR ʻIke Wai project enters into its final year, researchers will share significant project results with the international community that could provide decision support for improved water resource mana...
1st Pacific Islander to reach ocean's deepest point is UH grad student
A University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa graduate student is the first Pacific Islander to voyage to the deepest part of the Earth, the Mariana Trench, and its deepest region, the Challenger Deep (35,827 feet).
New 'sweat sticker' improves cystic fibrosis diagnosis, accessibility
A team of researchers from the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa and Northwestern University has developed a skin-mounted sticker for diagnosing cystic fibrosis, one of the most common life-shortening genetic disorders. The novel wearable device a...
Scientific breakthrough: First images of freshwater plumes at sea
The first imaging of substantial freshwater plumes west of HawaiÊ»i Island may help water planners to optimize sustainable yields and aquifer storage calculations. University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa researchers demonstrated a new method to detect...
UH President addresses latest on COVID-19 developments on campuses
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner covers the latest on vaccinations for employees to discussions on commencement and fall 2021.
Read more at UH News: uhnews.org
University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy Hilo Education Specialist Carolyn Kaichi breaks down facts about Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun including its 800 degree daytime temperature.
Read more at UH News: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/...
Grammy-nominated artists honed craft at UH Maui College
NÄ Wai Ê»EhÄ's Kamalei KawaÊ»a learned vocal technique and more from the University of Hawaii Maui College .
For more go to UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/03/09/na-wa-eha-uh-maui-college/
The University of Hawaiʻi is encouraging students, faculty and staff of the 10-campus system to "Get Vaccinated UH!†The awareness campaign includes regular messaging and testimonials on social media, as well as campus signage featuring stud...
UH MÄnoa campaign challenges prospective students to make a difference
A new multi-media recruitment campaign encourages prospective students to leverage the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa, a globally recognized center of learning and resea...
HMSA $5M donation for pioneering program to improve future doctors
In July 2020, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa John A. Burns School of Medicine welcomed 77 first-year medical students into its new curricular initiative, the Learning Community program. The anticipated positive impact of this pioneering med...
UH President's report: vaccination efforts, fall outlook, federal stimulus update
The COVID-19 pandemic dominated University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner's February 2021 report to the Board of Regents at the board's February 18 meeting. Lassner discussed the ongoing response to the pandemic, the status of federal stimulus...
Kapiolani CC kicks off 75th anniversary celebration
Kapiolani Community College marked the start of its 75th anniversary celebration with a sunrise ceremony on the campus' great lawn on February 12, 2021.
Learn more at UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/02/16/kapiolani-cc-kicks-off-75th-annive...
American AgCredit pledged $2 million to support GoFarm Hawaii, one of the largest and most successful beginning farmer development programs in the nation. The University of Hawaii at Manoa provides business technical assistance, educational opportuni...
Through a combination of solar photovoltaic energy, distributed energy storage and energy efficiency measures, University of Hawaiʻi Maui College has reduced the campus' use of fossil fuel for energy by an estimated 100%.
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2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center. The UH Cancer Center has proven itself to be an invaluable asset to the state since its founding in 1971. The center has made seminal discoveries in the areas of cancer bi...
UH President addresses Jan. 6 national events in monthly report to BOR
The University of Hawaiʻi president's report also includes financial updates and UH's role in the state's vaccination program.
For more on the 10 University of Hawaiʻi campuses: uhnews.org
UH MÄnoa Fall 2020 Commencement - Congratulations to Graduates from President Lassner
The University of Hawaii at MÄnoa celebrated its approximately 1,985 graduates virtually with mahalo messages, speeches and more on December 21, 2020.
The commencement exercise included a recorded message from UH President David Lassner.
The University of Hawaii at MÄnoa celebrated its approximately 1,985 graduates virtually with mahalo messages, speeches and more on December 21, 2020.
The commencement exercise included a recorded virtual address by graduating PhD student Amalie ...
More than 2,000 free courses provided through Oʻahu Back to Work
By the end of December 2020, the University of Hawaiʻi will have exceeded its goal of delivering 2,000 free courses to unemployed residents through the Oʻahu Back to Work program. The short-term employment training program funded by CARES Act f...
UH MÄnoa prompts prospective students 'it starts here'
New digital ads showcasing the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa will be popping up in Facebook and Instagram feeds in mid-December through June 1, 2021, to encourage prospective students to consider staying local and attending UH MÄnoa amid ne...
Winners of 7-Eleven culinary competition savor victory
Japanese and Korean cuisine creations by University of Hawaiʻi culinary students will be highlighted in 7-Eleven Hawaii stores for a limited time in 2021. In December, eight UH culinary students from Kapiʻolani and Leeward Community Colleges co...
New UH lab provides free, rapid result COVID-19 test to underserved
The University of Hawaii Tropical Medicine Clinical Laboratory (TMCL) is ramping up operations to meet its mission of providing free, rapid result (24-48 hours) COVID-19 testing to those with limited access to healthcare and health insurance, as well...
Offshore submarine freshwater discovery raises hopes for islands worldwide
Twice as much freshwater is stored offshore of Hawai'i Island than was previously thought, according to a University of Hawai'i study with important implications for volcanic islands around the world. An extensive reservoir of freshwater within the s...
Application deadline for UH community colleges extended
The University of Hawaii Community Colleges have extended the deadline to apply for admissions to December 29, 2020. Prospective students now have more time to consider the benefits and convenience of attending one of seven UH community colleges: Haw...
More scholarships available for furloughed, unemployed residents
The University of Hawaiʻi is striving to help the state's financially hurting residents in multiple ways by providing higher education opportunities and training to build better lives. The latest opportunity is a second offering of the UH Communit...
2021 optimism, UH MÄnoa reorganization: President's November report
University of HawaiÊ»i President David Lassner made his report to the Board of Regents at their meeting on November 19, 2020. Highlights include spring 2021 plans, UH MÄnoa reorganization, extramural funding and more.
Learn more at UH News: htt...
Lucy's Lab Creamery is managed by University of Hawaii at Manoa students.
For more information, go to UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/11/17/scoop-on-real-life-business/
UH helps residents return to college, earn degrees
The University of Hawaiʻi invites back Hawaiʻi residents who previously attended a UH campus but did not earn a credential. The launch of a new "Round two. Stronger you. Come Back to UH†campaign is reaching out to 250,000 Hawaiʻi resi...
Phase 2 of the Culinary Institute of the Pacific underway
The University of Hawaiʻi's Culinary Institute of the Pacific (CIP) launched Phase 2 with a small, physically distanced Hawaiian blessing held on the slopes of Diamond Head on October 28. CIP is a statewide network of culinary arts academic and no...
Fall enrollment, bond savings: UH president's October report
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner made his report to the Board of Regents at their meeting on October 15, 2020. Highlights include fall 2020 enrollment, successful bond refinance, UH football 2020 season and more.
Learn more at UH New...
Thousands were mesmerized by a mysterious flurry of lights that appeared to float across HawaiÊ»i's evening sky on October 24, 2020. University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Institute for Astronomy Professor Richard Wainscoat believes onlookers witnes...
Pioneering wireless technology ALOHAnet honored as engineering milestone
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa College of Engineering was the birthplace of a revolutionary wireless communication technology nearly 50 years ago, and the project that started it, ALOHAnet, was recognized by the Institute of Electrical and ...
Cultural webinar series launched to uplift during pandemic
To help foster Indigenous well-being, Hawaiʻi Papa O Ke Ao unveiled a cultural webinar series showcasing music, dance and storytelling hosted by sources from across UH's 10 campuses.
Read more news from the University of Hawaiʻi campuses: uhne...
The University of Hawaiʻi is making it easier for Class of 2021 Hawaii public high school seniors to apply for admission next fall. The UH Fast Pass Initiative seeks to eliminate barriers that prevent students from enrolling in post-secondary educ...
Public invited to virtual open house on proposed UH Hilo teaching telescope
The University of Hawaii at Hilo virtual open house runs September 26–October 26 and will provide information on the proposed telescope, site and project timeline.
Learn more at UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/09/26/teaching-telescope-op...
A news conference on September 28, 2020 announcing the Oʻahu Back to Work initiative, a partnership of the City and County of Honolulu and the University of Hawaiʻi.
Learn more at UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/09/28/oahu-back-to-wo...
UH Community Colleges launch free training initiative to get O'ahu Back to Work
In an effort to fill the growing employment gap on Oʻahu, the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges will be offering free job skills courses this Fall. The initiative, Oʻahu Back to Work, is a partnership of the City and County of Honolul...
As many try to navigate this new normal the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in, the University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa Counseling and Student Development Center (CSDC) wants to call attention to a portion of our daily lives that we may take for grant...
40% of Oʻahu beaches could be lost by mid-century
Researchers assessed the shoreline around OÊ»ahu most vulnerable to erosion under three scenarios of sea-level rise–all estimated to occur before, and shortly after mid-century.
Next Steps initiative boosts thousands of high school graduates
More than 2,700 recent public high school graduates prepared for college and careers this summer for free through the Next Steps to Your Future initiative, a partnership between the University of HawaiÊ»i Community Colleges and HawaiÊ»i P–20 Pa...
Maui 8th graders' satellite discovery nets national attention
University of Hawaii mentored students Wilson Chau and Holden Suzuki helped scientists determine a 1,070-pound space satellite would explode over the South Pacific on August 29, 2020.
For more go to UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/09/01/m...
Navy establishes long-requested ROTC program at UH MÄnoa
The University of HawaiÊ»i at MÄnoa has signed a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Navy to officially establish a new Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) unit at the university, which will begin training students in fall 2021. The ...
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner made his report to the Board of Regents at their meeting on August 20, 2020.
For more go to UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/08/20/president-august-2020-report/
UH reduces presence on campuses as COVID-19 impacts increase in Hawaiʻi
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner news conference on August 10, 2020
For more on UH News:
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/08/10/reduced-presence-on-campuses/
First Native Hawaiian to earn applied math PhD multiplies successes
Math never tasted so good. In winter 2020, University of HawaiÊ»i–West OÊ»ahu students learned the Pythagorean theorem using multicolored Starburst candy squares to visually represent a² + b² = c² and got a sweet reward for their effor...
A University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering pilot project is expected to greatly improve traffic flow through a critical Honolulu corridor, while giving students hands-on experience to prepare them for future careers.
For more on the proj...
Waikiki Aquarium adds non-native coral species to its collection
Recently extracted non-native coral species from patch reefs in Oahu's Kaneohe Bay were donated to the Waikiki Aquarium for bio-secure housing and display. The donation came from a team from the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aq...
Algae species discovered infesting NW Hawaiian waters has been identified
A newly-identified, fast-growing species of algae poses a major threat to coral reefs and the ocean ecosystem. It was previously discovered in PapahÄnaumokuÄkea Marine National Monument by a team of researchers from the University of HawaiÊ»i...
Recently unemployed get boost from new UH Community College scholarship
To help prospective students who are furloughed or unemployed, the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges have announced the new Kūlia Scholarship for individuals whose employment has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read more at UH ...
Leeward Community College has flipped the switch on becoming one of the first virtually net-zero campuses in the country. The campus is generating 97 percent of its energy through on-site photovoltaic (PV) systems, including solar shade canopies and ...
University of Hawaii President Lassner's report to the UH Board of Regents at the July 16, 2020 meeting.
Highlights include COVID-19 guidelines and preparations, enrollment and UH research projects.
More about UH at UH News: uhnews.org
Exemption for out-of-state UH students part of extended quarantine
Gov. David Ige announced July 13, 2020 at a news conference that Hawaiʻi is extending the mandatory 14-day quarantine for out-of-state travelers through August. The University of Hawaiʻi fall semester is scheduled to begin, Monday, August 24. T...
UH releases interim COVID-19 guidelines for its 10 campuses
The University of Hawaii released interim COVID-19 guidelines on July 1, 2020 for its 10 campuses across the state for the upcoming academic year. The university's top priority remains the health, safety and well-being of its students, employees and ...
Life Sciences Building ushers in new era at UH MÄnoa
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Life Sciences Building will be home to the College of Natural Sciences biology, microbiology and botany departments along with the Pacific Biosciences Research Center.
