Maui wildfire response

How to help Maui ʻohana affected by wildfires

Relief organizations statewide are accepting donations.

From crisis to classroom: Maui culinary student plays a lead role

UH Maui College culinary student Ryan Chang played a pivotal role in disaster relief efforts.

CTAHR to host disaster training workshops for Maui community

CTAHR was awarded a USDA grant to lead a series of adapted disaster preparedness training workshops for the Maui community.

ARL at UH provides support for Hawaiʻi during emergencies

ARL at UH is addressing problems facing Hawaiʻi and the world such as the devastating Maui wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic.

UH conservation heroes honored for wildfire response

Liane Naʻauao and Malia Van Heukelem received the President’s Award by the American Institute for Conservation.

Students use AI to preserve Lahaina’s historical architecture

The course is designed to impart technical skills and foster a deep appreciation for the historical and cultural context of Lahaina.

What fuels Hawaiʻi wildfires? UH expert explains

UH Mānoa wildfire expert Clay Trauernicht explains why the flammability of Hawaiʻi ’s landscapes has drastically increased.

Safety of Maui drinking water focus of UH research

UH scientists and students are testing for contaminants created by burning plastics, vehicles, household chemicals and more.

UH researchers investigate nearshore water quality, reef health after Maui fires

In collaboration with the community, UH researchers are sampling West Maui reefs to assess the impact from the toxic ash.

Maui residents face health decline, access struggles after wildfires

Over at least the next 10 years, the study aims to document the acute and chronic health impacts caused by the Maui wildfires.

Maui wildfires impact more than 100 UH students, dozens lose homes

“First and foremost, as of today, we are not aware of any loss of life or casualties among our employees or students.”

Reduce fire risk with regulation, restoration of fallow ag lands

This blog was conceived via conversations among UHERO faculty and fellows from diverse backgrounds.

Maui nui strong. UH-Maui College strong.

“We stand firm and ready to support our campus ʻohana and our community at large as we face the future.”

Embarking on the Road to Recovery

UH Maui College has increased their fall enrollment by 7.5 percent.

Giving thanks is different this year

“We are Lahaina. We don’t give up, we will bounce back, rebuild, and we will continue to fight the obstacles to have our city again.”

UH Maui College holds first commencement since wildfires

UH Maui College graduates sang and danced to “This Is Me” at their commencement.

Amidst Maui tragedy freshman embarks on college career

Angela Joy Almeron is a Lahaina resident and UH Mānoa information and computer sciences student.

Daughter of immigrants, UH grad, focused on Maui immigrant relief

Angela Joy Almeron is a Lahaina resident and UH Mānoa information and computer sciences student.