2026 legislative update: Conference week begins as session nears end
One of the most important aspects of this process is the state budget bill, HB1800 HD1 SD1, which will determine funding levels for state departments, including the UH.
Kumu hula Robert Cazimero to receive UH honorary doctorate
UH will honor kumu hula Robert Cazimero for his lifelong contributions to Hawaiian culture, music and education.
Experimental student art work from Leeward CC wins award
Sixty individual student prints combined for one art installation.
Invitation to a virtual keynote: Microsoft AI Innovation Officer
The UH community is invited to a virtual keynote featuring Microsoft’s Artificial Intelligence Innovation Officer Michael J. Jabbour.
From shelter to scholar: Honolulu CC student transforms his life
After jail and homelessness, a Honolulu CC student found purpose through education.
New video series highlights UH transfer success
UH Community Colleges offer transfer pathways leading to careers across Hawaiʻi
April President’s Report: Legislative updates, Giving Day results, Rainbow Wahine water polo
Hensel noted that the university is having productive conversations with legislators and recognizes the challenges they face in balancing many urgent needs for Hawaiʻi’s people this year.
Image of the Week: Bash splash
This week's image is from UH Mānoa
Honolulu CC alum’s hālau sweeps Merrie Monarch
Kumu hula Robert Keʻano Kaʻupu IV, a graduate of Honolulu Community College, led his hālau to sweep major categories at the 2026 Merrie Monarch Festival.
Giving Day: $1.3M demonstrates the power, commitment of UH ʻohana
Generosity across 10 UH campuses made a profound and immediate impact statewide.
