Blacktip shark nursery discovered in Hilo Bay
The UH Hilo study found juvenile blacktip sharks live in Hilo Bay year-round, with the highest activity from March through August.
3 UH Hilo colleges unite to grow Medicinal Garden
UH Hilo¡¯s Medicinal Garden unites agriculture, pharmacy and Hawaiian studies colleges to explore and cultivate medicinal plants.
UH Hilo exploring AI as tool for natural hazard intelligence
UH Hilo data scientist Sukhwa Hong launched a project using AI to help improve natural hazard communication and safety.
UH Hilo English students turn writing skills into community action
UH Hilo English students supported the T¨±t¨± and Me Traveling Preschool through a community book drive and advocacy project.
Ululaumāhie at UH Hilo becomes living classroom, sanctuary
The Ululaumāhie Native Forest Restoration Project is led by Kumu Carmelito “Lito” Arkangel.
UH Hilo career leader receives statewide recognition
Marcy Martinez named the 2026 State Internship School-Based Coordinator of the Year.
New 38-foot teaching, research vessel for UH Hilo¡¯s marine science program
The aluminum workboat, named Kaiola, meaning “living sea,” arrived from Oregon in February.
UH Hilo genetics class collect DNA at loko i?a
The class worked with community stewards of the fishpond to collect water samples containing tiny traces of genetic material shed by fish and limu.
New music professor reimagines Hawaiian music, UH Hilo band
Ocean Akaka is on a mission to rebuild the band program at UH Hilo and help revitalize Hawaiian music.
UH Hilo to launch new AI degree pathway, courses
UH Hilo is introducing a new AI concentration in its business program and a certificate open to all majors, starting fall 2026.