A Tradition of Excellence
The unique geographic and cultural advantages of the University of Hawai‘i System foster expertise in a wide range of fields in the arts, humanities, sciences and professions.
From accounting to zoology, professional development to vocational training, individualized programs empower all students, both young and adult, to achieve their educational goals.
Recent academic news
Nov. 20, 2009, System — College of Engineering and CTAHR add bachelor of science degrees to its program.
Nov. 18, 2009, Manoa — At least three U.S. Congressional Interns will be selected to work in Washington, D.C., in the offices of Hawai‘i‘s congressional delegation.
Nov. 18, 2009, Manoa — With the help of an I Mua No Ka ‘Ulu grant, No'eau Warner published 31 Hawaiian language books.
Nov. 17, 2009, Manoa — Lee Fennell will give a presentation entitled "The Riddle of Homeownership" on November 23.
Spotlight
Culinary Champions
Kapi‘olani Community College’s Junior American Culinary Federation Competition Team, also known as Team Hawai‘i, won the student team national championship at the ACF National Convention in Orlando, Fla.
Team Hawai‘i, comprised of student chefs Anna Hirano, Keaka Lee, Tate Nakano-Edwards, San Shoppell, Rena Suzuki and Ken Yi and advisors Frank Leake and Alan Tsuchiyama began their journey in October 2008. In April 2009, they captured the top prize at the ACF’s Student Team Western Regional Championship, and then went on to compete against teams from Michigan, North Carolina and Pennsylvania for the title.
Read more about Team Hawai‘i.