(Fiscal Year July 1, 2019—June 30, 2020.) In progress, last update: Dec. 31, 2019. ACADEMICS The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science, known as PIPES, is awarded the Hawai‘i Conservation Allianceʻs Outstanding Leadership Award at the 26th Annual Hawai‘i Conservation
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UH Hilo English student’s short story published in the prestigious literary journal Bamboo Ridge
The importance to a young emerging writer in Hawai‘i of being selected for inclusion in the journal cannot be overemphasized—it means Asia Au-Helfrich has “arrived.” This level of accomplishment does not come easy—it takes skill, determination, and inspiration.
UH Hilo geologists’ groundbreaking lava research during 2018 Kīlauea eruption published in leading journal
For the innovative research, scientists examined magma in near real-time during the eruption at Kīlauea Volcano’s lower east rift zone in May 2018. The collected data proved invaluable to both the scientists and emergency response teams on the ground.
Sen. Daniel K. Inouye’s vision comes to life: UH Hilo’s new College of Pharmacy building dedicated
The $31-million, 45,000-square-foot, two-story building features a unique and contemporary design with classrooms for applied learning, high-fidelity simulations, and distance audio-visual communications. There are also multiple lab spaces, a simulated pharmacy facility, faculty and staff offices, a student community center, and multiple study areas.
Photos: UH Hilo hosts motivational event for high school students of Pacific Islander heritage
The students attended workshops and panel discussions and then a resource fair showcasing UH Hilo programs and support services, career possibilities, community organizations, and UH Hilo Pacific clubs.
Photo essay: UH Hilo business major studies in South Korea
UH Hilo business major Sienna Wareham is studying abroad in South Korea this year on a scholarship funded by the host country. Here is a photo essay she’s put together to share her experience.
UH Hilo aquaculture center partners with Honolulu CC to improve water quality at Sand Island
Native oysters cultured at the UH Hilo Pacific Aquaculture and Coastal Resource Center will be used to improve water quality at Sand Island, Honolulu. At ceremonies to launch the project, baskets of oysters were placed in the water at Honolulu Community College’s Marine Education Training Center and the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s mooring area.
Study finds “America First” policy results in expansion of minority-owned U.S. firms
UH Hilo Assistant Professor of Management Todd Inouye and a team of researchers find the “America First” policy actually encourages minority entrepreneurs to expand through activating their diaspora networks in order to do more business abroad.
Three UH Hilo students study abroad on scholarships from host countries
LiAnn Yamamoto and Keola Spencer are studying at universities in Japan, and Sienna Wareham is at a university in Korea.
UH Hilo Indigenous educator Makalapua Alencastre receives lifetime achievement award from national association
Associate Professor Makalapua was recognized by the National Indian Education Association for her 40 years of working on the reestablishment of Hawaiian as the primary language of the family and education. Her professional and research interests include Indigenous immersion education-program planning and evaluation, teacher education, and educational reform