Universal preschool in Hawaiʻi: benefits now and later
In 2020, the state legislature enacted Act 46, an initiative aimed at dramatically increasing preschool accessibility with the ambitious goal of universal access by 2032.
Tax hike for Maui short-term rentals, UHERO blog suggests
This approach parallels a policy solution that a growing number of cities have used to try and address housing shortages: levying higher taxes on vacant housing units.
Where can Hawaiʻi diversify its economy? UHERO finds areas
The study shows Hawaiʻi has great potential for ocean-based industries.
Pandemic newborns in India more likely to have lower birth weight
LBW is defined as a birth weight less than 2,500 grams or approximately 5.5 lbs.
Vacation rental crackdown may lower condo prices in Maui County
If enacted, the policy could expand Maui's long-term residential housing supply by 13%
5 UH Mānoa faculty members awarded 2024–25 Fulbright fellowships
Fulbright Program scholars are expected to engage in cutting-edge research and expand their professional networks.
Vietnamese ambassador sparks more UH partnership talks
Ambassador Nguyen Quoc Dzung stressed the importance of educational ties between Vietnam and the U.S.
UH Mānoa provost competition awards multidisciplinary innovation
Eleven projects were awarded a total of $2.3 million in the 4th UH Mānoa Strategic Investment Initiative competition.
Gender pay gap present in 74% of Hawaiʻi jobs, more in UHERO report
The new UHERO report takes a deeper look into Hawaiʻi’s gender pay gap to further understand the role of gender in the workforce.
UHERO: Travelers flock to Japan on weak yen, while inflation climbs
Like all countries, Japan was hit hard by COVID-19, and the economy has struggled to get back on track since.
