Kūkala Archives: 2026-05-07

Kūkala Nūhou: May 07, 2026

From South Dakota to the deep sea: Meet Hayden Niles

Hayden Niles grew up 1,500 miles from any ocean. See how he landed a deep-sea internship that only 2% of applicants get into.

A homerun for local housing: Introducing Lexie Tilton

She went from PacWest Co-Defender of the Year to a real estate license to law school. Read how Lexie Tilton plans to help tackle Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis.

Bridging tradition and technology: Meet Tori Kiliʻohu Valdez

Aerial imagery, LIDAR, and ʻike Hawaiʻi — see how Tori Kiliʻohu Valdez is using all three to protect Hawaiʻi’s land and cultural sites.

Faculty & Staff Spotlight: Meet Sunny Walker, UH Hilo’s webmaster

He built Wehewehe Wikiwiki and saved the day when Banner went down. Meet Sunny Walker, our May 2026 Outstanding Staff of the Month.

Campus culture, diversity, and island connection

The Office of Admissions released three videos highlighting UH Hilo’s inclusive ‘ohana, hands-on learning, and deep ties to the island community.

UH Hilo pharmacy students recognized for academic excellence

Five exceptional students from UH Hilo’s pharmacy college were inducted into the Rho Chi honor society, celebrating their academic achievements.

Kūkala Archives: 2026-05-07

Kūkala Nūhou: May 07, 2026

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