Category: Students

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Undocumented oyster species identified by UH Hilo students

Posted on March 31, 2020January 2, 2026 by Staff

In identifying the oyster, the students did all the research from start to finish: DNA extraction, amplified a gene that’s typically used for DNA barcoding, did the analysis, and then wrote a report on what they found.

Sienna Wareham casual portrait with ocean and mountains in background.

Living through a pandemic in a foreign land: Photo essay by UH Hilo student studying in South Korea

Posted on March 30, 2020December 11, 2025 by Staff

“So, day to day life for me is a little different than how it would be in the United States.” —Sienna Wareham, on life in South Korea during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Long-term study by UH Hilo scientists shows Hawai‘i Island forests can regenerate once cattle and pigs are fenced out

Posted on March 27, 2020January 2, 2026 by Staff

Twenty-five years ago, a UH Hilo biologist tagged 7,000 trees in a declining Hawai‘i Island rainforest. A recent survey of the site reveals conservationists’ efforts are paying off.

Campus-wide online learning starts at UH Hilo

Posted on March 23, 2020June 1, 2026 by Staff

Most classes at UH Hilo move online today through the end of the term in response to the coronavirus. Some classes have components which cannot be conducted online and will meet in person.

Six individual photos showing students playing golf, tennis, and baseball.

UH Hilo, PacWest suspend all sports events due to COVID-19 concerns

Posted on March 12, 2020December 10, 2025 by Staff

In the interest of the safety of student-athletes, coaches, staff and the public at large, Vulcan teams will not be traveling or competing until at least March 30, in accordance with an announcement from the Pacific West Conference.

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Rewarded for his outstanding science project, Pāhoa High School senior wins one-year tuition waiver to UH Hilo

Posted on March 11, 2020June 1, 2026 by Staff

Pāhoa High senior Xavier Tablit’s science project earned him a one-year tuition waiver to UH Hilo, where he plans to major in astronomy and physics.

Sienna stands on lawn with hundreds of pinwheels on tall stakes in the background. She's flashing the peace sign.

Happy International Women’s Day! Here are ten stories of the past year celebrating UH Hilo women’s achievements

Posted on March 8, 2020March 11, 2026 by Staff

International Women’s Day 2020 is celebrating a number of missions this year to help forge a gender equal world.

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UH Hilo holds 2nd Annual Women in STEM Conference

Posted on March 6, 2020January 2, 2026 by Staff

The conference’s theme, “Educate to Empower: Uplifting All Women in STEM,” was prominent in the panel discussions and various workshops offered throughout the day.