Category: Academics

Wainohia Peloso casual portrait, indoor setting in aloha wear.

UH Hilo senior Wainohia Peloso built academic journey with ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, performing arts, creative writing

Posted on April 6, 2026May 14, 2026 by Staff

Wainohia Peloso’s creative certificates and Hawaiian studies bachelor’s blend seamlessly, guiding self-betterment and inspiring a deeper connection that goes beyond the surface level.

Lauren with ancient ruins and tall peak in background.

Study Abroad: As undergraduate, UH Hilo alum Lichen Forster traveled to Aotearoa and Perú to study geology

Posted on March 31, 2026May 2, 2026 by Staff

Lichen Forster first spent a semester in Aotearoa studying geochemistry. Next was a year-long research program focusing on geophysics, which featured a month-long stop in Peru.

Student and professor set up telescope in the evening; students and professor set up at their field station at night; image that the students took of galaxy, a burst of white light with pink vapors emanating.

Astrophotos! UH Hilo astronomy students capture dazzling images from atop Maunakea

Posted on March 30, 2026April 28, 2026 by Staff

Students taking an astronomy course on galactic and extragalactic astrophysics traveled up Maunakea, telescopes in tow, to capture images of galaxies for the lab portion of their class.

Group poses in front of UH Hilo Data Science banner.

With an infusion of funds, UH Hilo data scientist is transforming space into scientist-centered AI lab

Posted on March 11, 2026August 8, 2026 by Staff

With a $5K grant from the Office of the Chancellor, computer scientist Travis Mandel is rebranding and upgrading the current Data Science Lab to its new identity: Scientist-Centered Artificial Intelligence Laboratory or SCAIL.

Kahiau Snyder portrait with traditional lodge in background.

Study Abroad: UH Hilo Hawaiian studies major Kahiau Snyder found his perspectives shifting in Aotearoa

Posted on March 10, 2026May 14, 2026 by Staff

Māori worldview and Aotearoa history showed Native Hawaiian Kahiau Snyder, “Our two lands, languages, cultures, and peoples have so much in common and so much to learn from each other.”

Na Leo TV screenshot of Damien Stack at keyboard.

How does one multi-talented Hawaiian studies major want to change the world? Decolonize Western theater, create a new vision

Posted on March 6, 2026April 23, 2026 by Staff

Composer, playwright, and musician Damien Stack is integrating Hawaiian elements into local theater. “I want to create a body of work where universal human themes are explored through Hawaiian culture.”

Hāweo stands next to a lighted sign: Business Finance, Marketing, Accounting.

Study Abroad: UH Hilo business admin major Hāweo Glassco studies for a year at University of Essex

Posted on March 3, 2026April 8, 2026 by Staff

Hāweo Glassco spent a year at the University of Essex in England. “It changed my life completely.”

Two men stand next to a 38-foot aluminum boat. Shakas.

New 38-foot teaching and research vessel arrives for UH Hilo’s marine science program

Posted on March 2, 2026April 8, 2026 by Staff

The new workboat significantly expands place-based marine science training and research, allowing offshore and nearshore fieldwork for both students and researchers.