Search begins for interim provost at UH Mānoa
Interim provost nominations are now being accepted at UH Mānoa
Provost: Aloha and welcome back to spring 2026 at UH Mānoa
“It is an exciting time to be at UH Mānoa as we strengthen our standing as a distinguished teaching and world-class research university rooted in our commitment to be a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning and to our unique role in the Pacific.”
New Interim Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship to start January 1
Robert Wright will succeed Christopher Sabine who has served in the position since February 2022.
Provost’s message: Pride, progress and possibility at UH Mānoa
“What happens here matters: to our students, to our community and to the future of our state.”
Message from new UH Mānoa Interim Provost Vassilis L. Syrmos
“I am committed to fostering an environment where excellence is nurtured, opportunities are expanded, innovation is encouraged, and our students are empowered to thrive.”
Vassilis Syrmos appointed interim provost of UH Mānoa
Syrmos will succeed Michael Bruno, who announced on May 5 that he will return to the faculty on July 1 after serving as provost since 2019.
Provost Bruno: Congratulations and mahalo!
“As we close another remarkable academic year, I want to take a moment to congratulate each of you on reaching this milestone.”
Mahalo Provost Bruno, nationwide search for successor
“I’m grateful that at my request, Michael has agreed to provide continuing leadership on key strategic initiatives”
Provost Bruno: My next chapter at UH Mānoa
“Though I will be leaving the Provost’s office, I will continue to serve UH Mānoa in new ways.”
UH Mānoa Provost Bruno to step down, nationwide search for successor planned
Bruno will return to the faculty as a Professor of Ocean Engineering in the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology
