Nature vs. pests: Hawaiʻi’s biocontrol attack against invasives yields benefits
“Across all three case studies, we find that biocontrol delivers net positive economic returns,” UHERO wrote.
Hawaiʻi faces mild recession as tourism falls, inflation rises in new UHERO forecast
UHERO forecasts a mild recession in the islands over the next year, with the weakening U.S. economy threatening a potentially deeper downturn.
UH‘s 4-year campuses shine in U.S. News 2026 college rankings
The campuses were ranked based on up to 17 measures of academic quality, peer assessments, financial resources and student excellence.
UH Mānoa public relations students earn national recognition
To earn the Star Chapter Award, PRSSA student chapters must meet at least eight of 11 rigorous requirements.
Tourism at a crossroads: UHERO study shows alignment, tension
Residents surveyed by the state continue to view tourism as an important economic driver, with nearly 80% agreeing it creates jobs and supports local businesses.
First-of-its-kind agriculture maps help Hawaiʻi track crops, boost food security
Hawaiʻi’s first high-resolution crop maps will help track agricultural diversity, support food security, and improve disaster and wildfire response.
Bringing heroes home: UH alumni identify missing U.S. service members
UH alumni are helping identify missing U.S. service members through their work at the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.
From peak to peril: Recession risks mounting, UHERO reports
A new UHERO blog warns the U.S. economy may be shifting from growth to recession as key indicators weaken and employment falters.
UH Mānoa alumna’s feature film graces the big screen
Producer Keʻalohi Lee Lucero’s Paper Bag Plan is coming to Consolidated Theatres Ward on September 18.
Legalizing cannabis, sports betting, other bills that stirred Hawaiʻi politics in 2025
A new UHERO blog analyzes how lobbying shaped Hawaiʻi’s 2025 legislative battles over cannabis, sports betting and more.
