English instructor publishes first novel, inspires students
UH Hilo instructor Susan Wackerbarth publishes a book inspired by Hawaiʻi Island and performances on Hilo Palace Theater’s stage.
UH Hilo appoints new dean of College of Arts and Sciences
Karen Kopera-Frye will replace Interim Dean Michael Bitter, effective December 28.
UH Hilo tutoring center transitions to online sessions
UH Hilo has adapted peer tutoring sessions to an online format to help keep students safe during the pandemic.
UH Hilo leaders remind Hawaiʻi that it’s #ourkuleana: Wear a mask!
Chancellor Bonnie Irwin and the three UH Hilo vice chancellors participated in a new social media campaign encouraging others to continue wearing their face masks.
Scholarship inspires Micronesian students to uplift native community
The inaugural scholarship supports the success of Micronesians who exemplify the life and values of community service.
1st taro genome assembly developed by researchers
UH Mānoa and UH Hilo researchers helped publish a study in the hopes of advancing the fight against an infectious disease that wipes out taro.
AI student research conducted in the age of COVID-19
Six UH Hilo students participated in an eight-week research program to develop AI systems to support scientists, all while following COVID-19 safety guidelines.
Virtual STEM conference spotlights students from Hawaiʻi, Pacific region
UH Hilo co-hosts virtual STEM conference for students from Hawaiʻi and the Pacific region to present scientific research and projects.
Citizen scientists expand data collection for UH Hilo researchers
Marine biologists highlight the important contributions citizen scientists make to help solve ocean issues in Hawaiʻi.
UH Hilo expertise critical to native forest restoration bill
The bill would allow private landowners to receive reduced property tax rates for native forest restoration on Hawaiʻi Island.
