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New UH research shows invasive seaweeds thrive in nearshore waters with high salt level, outcompeting native species

Native species, including limu maneʻoneʻo, were notably absent from spring-influenced areas despite showing similar cellular characteristics to invasive species in offshore environments.

Students urged to register for 2024-25 Hawaiʻi LifeSmarts Competition

The LifeSmarts Competition is a free educational program that teaches students critical skills in personal finance, consumer rights and responsibilities, the environment, health and safety and technology.

$115M raised for University of Hawaiʻi students, programs and research

The 2024 fiscal year is the fourth consecutive year that funds raised for the University of Hawaiʻi have exceeded $100 million.

Regents on track to select next University of Hawai‘i president in mid-October

The coming announcement follows a series of public events for the two finalists, Julian Vasquez Heilig and Wendy Hensel.

Big Island Invasive Species Committee to provide public update about coconut rhinoceros beetle

The informative session will provide education and raise awareness about the threats posed by beetle and actions necessary to protect Hawai‘i’s environment from the invasive insect.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 3-9: 3rd Aloha Shirt Festival, Shrek The Musical, celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Taste of the Philippines

There’s once again no lack of fun coming up around the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do on the island now!

Public events for University of Hawai‘i president finalist start today, online survey live

Julian Vasquez Heilig will attend open houses and public forums on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island and elsewhere this week.

Saving corals requires cutting carbon emissions, University of Hawai‘i study finds

Critically, none of the species in the study could withstand a scenario where carbon emissions were not reduced.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 26-Oct. 2: Everything from a musical about cruel murderous teens to the World’s Largest Pet Walk and more

There’s a normal, shall we say, je ne sais quoi to the mix of events and activites happening around this rock we call home on a regular basis. Today’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island, however, has a kind of special flare. Check it out now!

One of its greatest strengths: UH-Hilo continues to be one of most diverse universities in nation

Rankings for the University of Hawai’i’s 4-year campus on east side of the Big Island showcase successess in fostering inclusion and advancing student achievement.

Reminder: First UH president finalist public open house, forum today at UH-Hilo

Wendy Hensel will take questions from the public during a campus forum from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the UH-Hilo Performing Arts Center. Community members can attend in person or via Zoom. Finalist Julian Vasquez Heilig will do the same next Tuesday.

Planned center at Kauaʻi Community College will help transfer students continue degrees at several other UH campuses

The center will offer comprehensive support services for Kauaʻi Community College students transferring to 4-year programs at UH campuses on Oʻahu in Mānoa and West Oʻahu and UH-Hilo on the Big Island.

Gaming the system: 21 UH students gain invaluable experience points at 2 top esports firms

When you’re a university student roaming the open world of the esports industry, looking to gain experience points to level up your business acumen during the summer, one of the best way to acquire the skills you need is to take on a summer internship mission.

For the first time in over a decade, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa exceeds 20K students

As of Sept. 17, there are 20,012 students enrolled at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, a 4% increase over 2023.

Community feedback sought on design options for Hōlualoa School campus

Feedback is being sought through the end of October.

Rekindle your curiosity: Take part in International Observe the Moon Night

The annual event encourages moon enthusiasts and curious people around the globe to come together and learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations and honor cultural and personal connections to Earth’s constant companion.

Six school bus routes restored on East Hawai‘i Island, will resume service Monday

Parents and guardians of riders will be notified directly of restored routes and any route modifications.

Wall Street Journal: University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa one of nation’s best colleges

More than 54,000 students and alumni were surveyed online for the ranking between January and May 2024.

Finalists for UH President named, public forums throughout counties scheduled

Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.

Parker School senior named prestigious National Merit Scholarship semifinalist

Benjamin Tang is placed among the top 1% of all high school seniors in the nation.
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