High pressure food processing access expanded for local businesses
Innovative food science gives producers keys to scaling up.
Learning to lead, learning to belong at UH Mānoa
Mercy Cheng said her experience at UH Mānoa transformed not only her education, but also her confidence.
Teen ice cream maker turns early college opportunity into sweet success
A young ice cream entrepreneur earns a high school diploma and a Leeward CC certificate.
Kauaʻi CC student rebuilds her life through carpentry and education
A second chance at Kauaʻi CC transformed Crystal Santos’ life.
Makai Aquatics wins 2026 UH Venture Competition with reef fish aquaculture innovation
Student entrepreneurs from across Hawaiʻi earned top honors at the 2026 UH Venture Competition finals at Mānoa.
Food showcase at Leeward CC innovation center highlights emerging local makers
Cadena Ragsdale turned fresh island catch into a new opportunity, debuting a fish jerky line at the ʻĀina to Mākeke showcase as local entrepreneurs transformed homegrown ideas into retail-ready products.
POG to pop-ups: UH students pitch fresh ideas to Meadow Gold
The winning team focused on a grassroots community campaign designed to be both budget-friendly and ready for immediate rollout.
From UH to Hilo: Alumni entrepreneurs shine at Merrie Monarch
Local designs and scents from former UH students showcased at hula festival market.
Friendship, farming and face care: How UH Mānoa grads built a local beauty business
Abara and Cobb source many of their ingredients from Hawaiʻi farmers they know and trust.
Inaugural series builds pathways to sustainability focused careers
The series brings together students, founders and professionals working across sustainability-focused sectors.
