UH System News Image of the Week: Mōʻī Wahine
UH Hilo’s director of Kīpuka Native Hawaiian Student Center, Rachel Hualani Loo, is this year’s Merrie Monarch Mōʻī Wahine (Queen).
Video: UH Hilo Chancellor Bonnie Irwin interviewed by Mickey Monis at KHON2’s “Living 808”
UH Hilo is seeing strong momentum across campus, with growing enrollment, record-setting student success, and new programs designed to meet needs of Hawaiʻi Island communities.
A morning with UH Hilo’s aeronautical science lab, where students hone their drone skills in the field
The course’s interdisciplinary approach, including what’s practiced at the field lab, ensures students can apply drone technology across multiple sectors, addressing challenges on Hawaiʻi Island and beyond.
UH Hilo hosts statewide 42nd Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference, students present their research
The conference offers students a supportive introduction to the research paper experience and an opportunity to build confidence in their research, writing, and presentation skills.
UH Hilo senior Wainohia Peloso built academic journey with ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, performing arts, creative writing
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.
UH Hilo anthropologist honored for his research on Kauaʻi with mayoral proclamation: Dr. Peter R. Mills Day
Kauaʻi Mayor Derek SK Kawakami declared May 27, 2026, as Dr. Peter R. Mills Day in honor of the esteemed professor and his “culturally grounded understanding of Kauaʻi’s history and the central role of Native Hawaiians.”
Column by Chancellor Irwin: Student support at UH Hilo comes in many forms
In addition to creating and updating degree programs, UH Hilo continually improves how we support students on their academic and personal journeys.
Message from the Chancellor: UH Giving Day is on April 8, 2026! “Gifts of all sizes are key to our success”
Giving Day provides critical resources that empower our students to succeed, advance our academic and innovative programs, and allow us to respond to urgent needs within our community.
