Are you looking for a location for your University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa graduation photos? UH News enlisted the help of student employee and What’s Up This Week host, Alisha Churma, to find some of the best places on the UH Mānoa campus for pictures.
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Hawaiʻi Hall
Looking for a grad photo that will never go out of style? Head to Hawaiʻi Hall at the campus’ historic quad to capture a timeless, classic UH Mānoa portrait. Stand under the Hawaiʻi Hall sign or pose between one of the tall pillars on the building’s lanai.
UH Mānoa campus sign
As one of the most iconic photo ops on campus, the UH Mānoa campus sign is a popular spot for newly admitted freshmen and graduating seniors alike. The sign is located between Holmes Hall and the East-West Center, right off of Dole Street.
McCarthy Mall and Legacy Path
McCarthy Mall and Legacy Path are both familiar campus pathways that make for a quintessential Mānoa graduation portrait. With rows of trees and ample natural light, both McCarthy Mall and Legacy Path provide beautiful, green backdrops that are perfect for grad photos.
Hawaiʻi Imin International Conference Center at Jefferson Hall
The Hawaiʻi Imin International Conference Center at Jefferson Hall is located across the street from Kennedy Theatre. The white walls and high arches at the front or back of the center make for a stunning portrait backdrop that perfectly frames the graduate.
Seien Japanese Garden
Tucked away behind the Hawaiʻi Imin International Conference Center at Jefferson Hall is the beautiful Seien Japanese Garden. The garden is home to vibrant greenery, a koi pond and a small waterfall, which create a serene setting for your portraits.
Krauss Hall courtyard water garden
A lesser known spot on campus, the Krauss Hall courtyard water garden located along Legacy Path is another great nature backdrop. The courtyard features a duck pond surrounded by colorful plants and trees.
Balloon mural at zone 20 parking structure
Looking for a fun and whimsical shot? Head to the balloon mural located on the roof of the Zone 20 parking structure. Pretend to hold the balloons as you “take off” on the next chapter of your life!
