Meet Wendy Hensel: A life shaped by resilience, learning and love
Wendy Hensel will assume the role of UH president on January 1, 2025. A mother of four, she shares her journey, perspectives and values.
Gratitude from incoming President Wendy Hensel
“While there is a steep learning curve, I am so grateful for the gifts of support, knowledge, and insight provided by so many stakeholders who are uniform in their passion for the University of Hawaiʻi.”
President Lassner addresses Athletic Director announcement
Lassner addressed the announcement at the November 21 Board of Regents meeting.
UH regents unanimously select Wendy Hensel as next UH President
Hensel will succeed David Lassner who announced in September 2023, that he would retire at the end of 2024 after serving as president for more than 11 years.
President’s search in final stage
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents will interview the two finalists for president of the 10-campus system during a Special Meeting on Wednesday, October 16.
Regents on track to select next UH President in mid-October
The regents are asking all stakeholders and the public to provide feedback on the finalists.
Public events for 2nd UH President finalist start Monday
Julian Vasquez Heilig will attend an open house and take questions at a moderated public forum on Maui, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Oʻahu.
Search process for UH president inclusive and thorough
This editorial by UH Board of Regent Chair Gabriel Lee and Vice Chair Laurie Tochiki first appeared in the September 18 edition of the Honolulu Star-Advertiser.
Public forums for UH Presidential candidates set to begin
The finalists, Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez Heilig, will attend an open house and a moderated public forum in each of the four counties.
President Lassner honored among 2024 Mānoa awardees
UH President David Lassner received the “Outstanding President of the University of Hawaiʻi” award.
