Students say new Summer Bridge program gave them the boost they need to thrive
Beverly Ann Gorospe says the Kupa ‘Āina Summer Bridge program was one of the best experiences of her life.
UH Hilo Women’s Mentoring Program offers support and inspiration
Student Tiana Wai describes mentoring as a meaningful opportunity for self-development and personal growth for both mentor and student.
UH Hilo nursing students to be featured in documentary film on education system
Theresa-Regina Rivera and Mark Jones will be featured in the upcoming film ‘Ike, Knowledge is Everywhere, a documentary about the education system in Hawai‘i. The film will have its premier at the Hawai‘i International Film Festival in November.
Chancellors’ Message: UH response to Puna lava flow, updated Jan. 14
Latest update on the UH response to the lava flow from UH Hilo Chancellor Don Straney and Hawaiʻi Community College Chancellor Noreen Yamane.
Two UH Hilo alumni selected for 8-month Mars simulation
Sophie Milam and Neil Scheibelhut have been selected to join the crew of the next Hawai‘i Space Exploration Analog and Simulation (HI-SEAS) mission. Starting October 15, the team of six crew members will be isolated in their dome habitat on Mauna Loa for eight months.
UH Hilo alumni group visits native forests of Hawai‘i Island
A group of UH Hilo alumni take a field trip to Hakalau Natural Wildlife Refuge and the kīpuka systems along Saddle Road to learn about native bird and rain forest conservation.
Geographer creates infographics on Puna lava flow
Mark Kimura, a researcher at UH Hilo who specializes in economic geography, is generating dozens of easy-to-read infographics showing the effects of the lava flow in Puna.
UH Hilo and Hawaiʻi CC communities are encouraged to visit information web page on Puna lava flow
At present, both campuses are planning for classes to continue as scheduled. Members of the university and college communities who live in the affected area in Puna are encouraged to stay advised of updates to the web page.
