Education

University of Hawaiʻi plays supporting role in developing new guide for moving endangered species

The framework helps managers decide whether a “conservation introduction” that moves a plant or animal outside its normal range is the right call, and how to do it responsibly.

Hawaiʻi keiki, teens, young adults invited to Youth Climate Summit at state Capitol Rotunda

Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.

Legislation to expand arts education access for young learners introduced by Hirono, Luján

The Arts Education for All Act would increase states’ ability to implement arts programming for early learners, K-12 students and youth and adults involved in the justice system.

Post-pandemic recovery continues for state’s public schools, with gains in math, attendance

Students near academic recovery as Hawaiʻi Department of Education focuses on accelerating gains toward 2029 goals.

University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts partner for joint research, exchanges and programs

Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a partnership focused on mutual priorities.

Back to school: Nāʻālehu Elementary campus to reopen next week

It’s been nearly 2 months since the school was extensively flooded and damaged by Hurricane Lala; now, with repairs complete and having to temporarily relocate to Ka‘ū District Gym in Pāhala, teachers and administration ‘cannot wait to be back at school.’

Applying to the University of Hawaiʻi just got easier with new application for all 10 campuses

The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]

New biosecurity academy seeking students to become inspectors in the fight against invasive pests in Hawaiʻi

Leeward Community College partnering with the state to train the next generation of invasive species inspectors.

University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlock molecular mechanism for how tilapia adapt to extreme salinity

Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.

Free energy efficiency live webinar training series offered by Hawaiʻi State Energy Office

Self-paced courses provide flexible opportunities for contractors and residents to build skills in heat pumps, ENERGY STAR, multi-family energy auditing and building performance.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 2-8: Big Island Art Fair, Black Rock Ampitheater, Hentry Kapono and friends, youth car show and more

Hey, Big Island. We’re back! We’re once again bringing you a great selection of activities, events, shows and more to check out during the upcoming weekend and into next week. Check out this week’s top 10 right now!

2 Big Island residents appointed to state panels

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo first stop on Hensel’s 2026 statewide tour of campuses

“There’s no substitute for talk story and being able to really get into the stories of Hilo,” UH President Wendy Hensel said.

University of Hawai’i launches annual Vulcan Challenge to support student-athletes

The monthlong fundraising campaign, which runs through Oct. 23, supports scholarships, travel, training and other essential resources for the university’s 12 NCAA Division II teams.

University of Hawai’i 4-year campuses earn high marks

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo ranked among the top national liberal arts colleges that focus almost exclusively on undergraduate education and tend to award most of their degrees in the arts and sciences.

News briefs for Sept. 23: Zonta award, Young Brothers appointments, Vulcans men’s basketball, August unemployment and more

A brief look at news stories from around the island, throughout the state and beyond.

Kaimukī High School’s Chu Hong named 2027 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year

Also honored were three teachers from the Big Island: Haley Agbayani, Matthew Moustakas and Adam Tuifagu.

Registration now open for 2026-27 Hawaiʻi LifeSmarts competition

Participating students will learn critical life skills in five key areas.

Nā Leo TV launches 2026 Youth Media Challenge

Challenge invites Hawai‘i Island youth in grades 4 through 11 and emerging creators in grade 12 through age 24 years old to create, share and be heard.

University of Hawai‘i at Hilo associate English professor launches new book

Patsy Iwasaki’s new “Gathering the Story: Designing Education Through the Documentary Lens” examines the critical yet understudied research and information-gathering stages of documentary filmmaking; it is now available for purchase at the University of Hawai‘i website.
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