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UH Hilo biologist Rebecca Ostertag elected lifetime fellow of Ecological Society of America

Posted on April 23, 2021November 30, 2023 by Staff

UH Hilo Professor of Biology Rebecca Ostertag is one of world’s leading authorities on restoration ecology. She is developing a unique hybrid restoration technique for native forests that uses native and non-native species in mixtures to keep out highly invasive species.

Five dancers in various poses on a large stage.

The show must go on: Even virtually, UH Hilo Annual Dance Collective delivers

Posted on April 9, 2021January 5, 2022 by Staff

After being set back due to covid restrictions, a recorded version of the annual show, entitled “Dance Collective: Pandemic Edition,” premiered March 26-28, 2021. The show included works of eleven choreographers presenting ten pieces.

Collage of photos of Jill Gelviro at St. Paul: Filling syringe, with mask, at St. Paul sign, the village in snow, sign at the St. Paul Health Clinic.

UH Hilo pharmacy alumna serves remote villages in Alaska

Posted on March 31, 2021April 1, 2021 by Staff

For her exceptional job performance and volunteerism, pharmacist Jill Gelviro received a “Living Our Values Award” from her employer for her commitment to the foundation’s mission and vision of wellness.

Jake Rodrique stands next to stand of sugarcane, holding seed cane in one hand and a cutting knife in the other.

Field trials underway to study sugarcane production for jet fuel

Posted on March 25, 2021March 26, 2021 by Staff

Researchers are investigating the feasibility of growing substantial amounts of “energycane” biomass as a source for jet fuel—a win for farmers, the state’s sustainability goals, and the economy.

UH Hilo alumna is now a NOAA postdoc, scientific diver, biologist studying the health of coral reefs

Posted on March 15, 2021March 16, 2021 by Staff

While at UH Hilo, Danielle Claar thrived in the island environment where she honed her scientific research and diving skills.

UH Hilo alumnus Jake Rodrique thrives in the field of agriculture

Posted on February 18, 2021July 19, 2021 by Staff

Jake Rodrique once thought college wasn’t the place for him. But that all changed through the guidance of a few extraordinary people.

UH Hilo alumna Kainani Kahaunaele’s primary goal is to teach ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i and all things Hawaiian

Posted on February 11, 2021July 9, 2021 by Staff

Once a Hawaiian language student at UH Hilo, Kainani Kahaunaele is now a lecturer at the university’s Ka Haka ʻUla O Keʻelikōlani College of Hawaiian Language. She’s also a highly successful musician and four-time Na Hoku Hanohano award winner.

Chris Holland in aloha shirt with gardens in background.

Chris Holland, new dean of students, explains the job: Help students navigate the university

Posted on January 28, 2021November 30, 2023 by Staff

“I just want students to be successful,” says Dean of Students Chris Holland. “I want students to know that we’re here. We’re here to serve them. We’re here to support them. We’re here to help connect them.”