Aerospace engineering student wins national space science award
Sapphira Akins is now working on her master's degree with the BAM (bachelor's and master's) program.
UH Mānoa grad makes history with Miss Asia USA crown
Smith credits her university experience with teaching her valuable lessons about teamwork.
Writing group fosters community for women in STEM
Katie Ackerman launched the writing group to foster community and address academic inequities for women in STEM.
Sculpture honors pioneering scientist Alice Ball
In 1915, Ball became the first African-American and woman to graduate from both UH Mānoa and the U.S. with a master’s degree in chemistry.
UH students win top 2 places at state tech hackathon
This year’s challenges ranged from improving the state’s open data portal, better energy efficiency and creating a game to help identify bird species in Hawaiʻi.
Raiatea Helm concert to benefit Hawaiian music students at Windward CC
The fundraiser aims to provide scholarships for students at Windward CC’s Hawaiian Music Institute.
UH Alumni: Ellen Meiser authors book on the culinary industry
UH Hilo Professor Ellen Meiser interviewed more than 50 cooks and chefs for her new book.
East-West Center President Vares-Lum leaving position at end of year
Vares-Lum oversaw the center’s recovery from pandemic lockdowns and worked closely with the institution to implement its first new formal strategic plan in nearly two decades.
Q&A: Hello Kitty turns 50, UH expert explores iconʻs legacy
Professor Emerita Christine Yano reflects on Hello Kitty’s global influence.
From UH Hilo softball outfielder to microbiologist
Maria Steadmon has charted an inspiring path from student-athlete to microbiologist in Hawaiʻi’s public health sector.
