Back home to Mānoa: Transfer student wins #TakeMeToMānoa contest
Liliana Okimoto won a free year of tuition at UH Mānoa, courtesy of UH Federal Credit Union
Alumna earns first UH Mānoa Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
The certificate demonstrates a fundamental competency and knowledge for college graduates entering the public relations profession.
Hawaiʻi outlook darkens amid oil surge, rising costs
The UHERO second quarter forecast released May 15 indicates Hawaiʻi’s economy is slowing after what had been an improving outlook earlier this year.
‘Haʻaheo’ defines UH Mānoa commencement speaker’s message
Ortiz describes the university as a “second home” that supported his personal growth.
Hawaiʻi Housing Factbook 2026: Affordability improves modestly, but risks mount
The report finds that Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis remains severe, despite modest improvements in affordability.
UHERO: Bigger childcare tax credit may boost jobs, offset state costs
Hawaiʻi’s high childcare costs are among the highest in the nation, and often discourage secondary earners from returning to work.
Natural gas offers modest gains, big risks for Hawaiʻi energy costs: UHERO report
While LNG could offer short-term benefits under certain conditions, its long-term value is uncertain compared to continued investment in renewable energy and recent improvements to oil supply contracts.
UH grad programs earn national recognition in U.S. News and World Report rankings
The 2026 U.S. News and World Report’s Best Graduate Schools rankings were released on April 6.
Shall we dance? 1-2-3 national championships for UH ballroom dance team
The club was formed in September 2022, and the team also took first place for “highest team average” in 2024 and 2025.
UHERO: Hawaiʻi’s ‘lost decade’ has become a ‘lost generation’
Economic stagnation, which began in the early 1990s, never truly ended in Hawaiʻi.
