2021 News Article
It’s a Plant-Based Paradise: Spotlight on HPU Alumna Sarena Celseti
In 2021, Sarena Celseti completed her MBA at HPU and immediately applied her business knowledge and expertise into owning and operating a café in Kailua called Plant Based Paradise.
HPU Launches New Minor in Editing and Publishing
The new minor in editing and publishing provides students with a focused curriculum that emphasizes practical experience in the editing and publishing fields.
Medical School Admittance… Guaranteed?
Elizabeth Milner shares her unique story of being part of the Early Acceptance Program (EAP) in Medicine and Dentistry at HPU.
To Study Abroad and See the World in a New Light
HPU alumna Katarina Lage loved the experience of studying abroad so much she went to Greece, Ecuador, and Thailand. Her experience abroad led her to a career as a foreign service officer in the Dominican Republic.
HPU Alumna Becomes Managing Editor of MidWeek
Nicole Monton graduated from HPU with a B.A. in journalism, interned at KHON, then accepted an entry-level position at MidWeek. Ten years later, she's the managing editor.
OI of HPU Focuses on Rejuvenating Prized Hawaiian Fish
Oceanic Institute of HPU has received a nearly $300,000 grant from NOAA to develop culture methods for marine fish species for local food production.
Shark Bites June 2021
June #SharkBites roundup: The HPU 'ohana embraces collaboration, working with partners within HPU and communities throughout Hawai'i, across the U.S., and worldwide. And to our newest HPU Sharks, the incoming Fall 2021 students, we can't wait to welcome you to campus!
HPU Kumu Featured on Different Ideas Podcast
Taum shares thoughts on getting in touch with Hawaiian values to make real change.
HPU Co-hosts Girls in Tech Summer Camp
HPU welcomed more than 30 middle and high school girls from local schools for a STEM Summer camp co-hosted with CGEST Arizona State University.
HPU Libraries: Another Year By-The-Numbers
The Libraries' infographic for 2020-21 highlights some of the library resources and services.
History Professor Presents at 87th Annual Military History Conference
Russell Hart, Ph.D., participated in two of only three presidential panels/roundtables at the conference.
HPU Student Spotlight: Raleigh Aiden Johnson
Raleigh Aiden Johnson is a is a senior at HPU and is following his passion by majoring in marine science.
Spotlight on HPU Faculty: Robert Nakata, Ph.D.
Professor Nakata is an engineering professor at HPU, and has worked for over 35 years in the technology industry.
HPU Alumna Helps Discover New Species of Jellyfish
Anita Harrington teamed up with a team of researchers from Japan, Canada, and Hawai’i.
Opitz Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Writing Presented
The College of Liberal Arts announces the 2020-2021 winners of the award named after the late Andrew Opitz, Ph.D., English faculty.
New Species of Jellyfish Discovered at HPU
A new species of jellyfish with the binomial, Tima nigroannulata was discovered by an international team of researchers from HPU, Japan, and Canada.
Understanding Coral Reefs to Save Them from Demise
HPU professor Thomas DeCarlo, Ph.D. has co-written a new article entitled "Global declines in coral reef calcium carbonate production under ocean acidification and warming" in the May 2021 publication of Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States.
HPU Chemistry Professor and Students Publish Research
Professor David Horgen, Ph.D., and three INBRE (IDeA Network of Biomedical Research) student team members co-authored a paper with a team from the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine.
Shark Bites May 2021
May #SharkBites roundup: We pay special tribute to our newest HPU alumni, the Spring 2021 graduates. We are so proud of the achievements of all members of HPU's 'ohana, who are doing remarkable work to advance their careers and communities.
First Look Mixed Media Festival Winners Announced
The Multimedia Cinematic Production Club hosted the 13th annual festival on Monday, May 17.
Sigmund Sumulong Honored As Ke Kaukahi Award Winner
Sigmund, Registration Coordinator, is described as "the unsung hero behind the scenes."
Communications and Marketing Recognized As Ke Kaukahi Award Winner
The team goes above and beyond, always keeping the university's best interests as its biggest priority.
Statement on Herff Jones Security Breach
HPU's IT department has investigated and confirmed that the transactions do not involve any systems at HPU.
HPU is First in State for 7th Year in a Row at ICPC
The ICPC is recognized as the largest and most prestigious programming contest in the world.
Hawai‘i Pacific University Turns to Debbie Snell to Lead Sharks Athletics
Snell will begin her leadership of the 14-sport Hawai‘i Pacific Sharks program on July 1.
Hawai‘i Pacific University Announces Director of Honors Programs
HPU welcomes Linda Lierheimer, Ph.D., Professor of History and Humanities, to her new role as Director of Honors Programs.
Hawai‘i Pacific University Bids Aloha to Third Butler Daughter with Degree in Nursing
Autumn will join her older sisters Aubrey and Maile in serving as a nurse in Hawai‘i.
HPU eyes record first-time student enrollment
Positive pandemic management seen as one factor
Valedictory Speaker: Daria Rae Baer, College of Liberal Arts
Daria Rae Baer will earn a Bachelor of Arts in History
Valedictory Speaker: Aileen Somera Claveria, College of Health and Society
Aileen Somera Claveria will earn a Master's in Public Health
College of Natural and Computational Sciences Graduation Speaker: Benjamin N. Miller
Benjamin N. Miller will earn a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Shark Bites April 2021
April #SharkBites roundup: The HPU 'Ohana commits to collaborating with partners within our university and the broader community. We are proud of our students, faculty, and staff and their community impact and accomplishments.
HPU Students Recognized for Outstanding Research Papers
Menjam Tamang was awarded the Alfred H. Nolle Scholarship award for her paper, and Cidney Hopkins was chosen as an alternate for her paper.
HPU Provides ‘We Care’ Campus Safety Training to Kamehameha School Seniors
The HPU team engaged with the soon-to-be college-bound students and families.
International Studies Professor Named Teacher of the Year
Andrea Malji, Ph.D., was named HPU's 2021 Teacher of the Year.
Where Words Once Were: HPU’s Spring Theatre Production
Don't Forget to Get Your Tickets for the Finale Weekend of Livestream Performances
HPU Professor Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award
Andrea Malji, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of International Studies, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to India.
HPU Students Win Prizes at Annual Phi Alpha Theta Conference
History, Diplomacy and Military Studies, and Political Science students received recognition and awards.
Music of Hope & Humanity: A Free Virtual Concert
Featuring the HPU Orchestra and Vocal Ensemble
Shark Bites March 2021
March #SharkBites roundup: In the home stretch of the Spring term, activity abounds — in and out of the classroom — at HPU. Go Sharks!
Hawai‘i's First Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at HPU to Welcome Applicants in 2021
The DPT Program's innovative curriculum will blend distance learning, on-campus lab experience.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Women Leaders
The new Women's Executive Leadership Council matches talented students with trail-blazing female executives.
Shark Bites February 2021
February #SharkBites roundup: In and out of the classroom, the members of our HPU 'ohana are doing great things. We salute our students, faculty, and staff for their accomplishments and achievements.
Integrating Simulation into a Research Study, Focusing on Obesity Bias and Stigma
Linda Nosaka, DNP, APRN-Rx, AGACNP-BC, is the first HPU Doctor of Nursing Practice student to perform a research activity utilizing simulation modalities in the University’s College of Health and Society Simulation Program.
DAISY Award Recipient Unpacks the Gratifying Field of Nursing
Simulation educator Naomi Bretschneider, RN, CCRN, receives the Daisy Award, upon nomination from two of her students.
Cinematic Multimedia Arts Professor’s Textbook Published
Kendall Hunt Publishing Company recently published the textbook Foundational Digital Multimedia by William Erwin Quest Kennelly.
The 2021 HPU Short Script Contest Winners Announced
The annual contest recognizes students' work in the categories of Best Original Script and Best Adapted Script.
First Look Poster Competition: Open to All HPU Students
The Multimedia Programs have announced the 2019 First Look Mixed Media Festival Poster Design Competition.
Student Messages: COVID-19 Updates
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Annual HPU Poetry Award Winner Announced
Ness Morrison is the winner of this year’s James Vaughan Award for Poetry.
Shark Bites January 2021
January #SharkBites: As we kick-off the start of the Spring semester, we highlight campus programs and achievements of our 'ohana in the New Year.
Housing and Residence Life Recognized As Ke Kaukahi Award Winner
The Special Events and Recognition Committee, on behalf of the Staff Council, presented the Fall 2020 Ke Kaukahi Recognition of Excellence award to the Housing and Residence Life department.
Chris Martin Honored As Ke Kaukahi Award Winner
The Special Events and Recognition Committee, on behalf of the Staff Council, presented the Fall 2020 Ke Kaukahi recognition of Excellence award to Chris Martin, Security Manager.
College of Business Faculty Research Published in a Top-ranked Business Journal
Assistant Professor of Management Tolga Ulusemre, Ph.D., and Associate Professor of Economics Xin Fang, Ph.D., received acceptance of their article by the Journal of Business Ethics.
HPU’s Sam Moku to Join Blangiardi Administration
Senior administrator Sam Moku will leave HPU at the end of January to become chief of staff in the administration of newly elected Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi.
HPU Intern Hosts Her Own Talk Show at ThinkTech Hawaii
Communications major Grace Laudick hosted a bi-weekly talk show called "Educating Ourselves in These Difficult Times."
Oceanic Institute of HPU Staff and HPU Graduate Student Receives Research Grant
Rising Tide Conservation awarded Katie Hiew a grant to support her thesis research