Updated plan for removal of Maunakea observatory
The 34-foot diameter telescope mirror from the Caltech Submillimeter Observatory on Maunakea will be removed in sections this summer.
Silversword outplanting, volunteer weed pulls on Maunakea
The Center for Maunakea Stewardship continued work to restore the endangered silversword, and community volunteers helped to remove invasive plant species.
Decommissioning of UH Hilo telescope receives approval
Approvals are given for the decommissioning of the telescope owned by UH Hilo.
Removal of Maunakea observatory to begin in spring
The physical removal of the Caltech Submillimeter Observatory on Maunakea is scheduled to begin by early May.
Rare snowfall at Maunakea mid-level facility
Rare snow and ice conditions at the UH Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship mid-level facility led to the closure of the Maunakea Access Road.
Silversword recovery effort sprouting on Maunakea
Silversword seeds first sown sprouted into more than 100 seedlings in February 2022 will be ready for outplanting this spring.
February President’s report: enrollment, chemical spills, legislative session, more
Highlights also include: extramural funding, early college enrollment and the UH Mānoa athletics director search.
Hawaiʻi CC electrician apprenticeship program launched with W. M. Keck Observatory
The three-year pilot program provides highly specialized technical training and commercial work experience.
UH News Image of the Week: Meteor
This week's image comes from UH Hilo's Aidan Walk.
UH investigates coolant leak in Maunakea telescope
The exact amount of fluid leaked is still being determined.
