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2017
August
Profile on Catherine Ghourani
Catherine Ghourani, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Engineering and Engineering Program Coordinator, is at the helm of HPU’s new Engineering program launching fall 2018. The addition of this program equips students to be leaders in today’s global society.
Profile on Corrie Wong
Corrie Wong is an Oceanic Institute of HPU research technician with an M.S. in Marine Biology from HPU. Her HPU story starts at the age of 10, when she met Shaun Moss, OI executive director, for a school project.
Profile on Abigail
“I want to make a difference, and HPU gives me the opportunity to learn about marine biology and help the community in one of the most beautiful places in the world.”
July
HPU NAMES BROOKE CARROLL AS ASSOCIATE VP AND CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Honolulu, Hawaiʻi – Hawai‘i Pacific University has named Brooke Carroll as Associate Vice President and Chief Development Officer (CDO) following a nationwide search.
June
Hawaiʻi Pacific University Board of Trustees Announces Chairman of the Board and New Board Member
Richard Hunter Named Board Chair and Gov. Linda Lingle Announced as New Trustee
Dell EMC Gift Advances Technology at HPU
Hawai‘i Pacific University gratefully acknowledged a major gift of Dell EMC
May
Hawai‘i Pacific University Accepting Applications for its New Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
First Doctoral Program for HPU
President and CEO of Hawaii Pacific Health to Deliver Commencement Address
President and CEO of Hawaii Pacific Health to Deliver Commencement Address
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for May Commencement Ceremony
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for May Commencement Ceremony
2016
December
Professional Sports Leader to Deliver Commencement Address at HPU
Professional Sports Leader to Deliver Commencement Address at HPU
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for December Commencement Ceremony
Undergraduate Valedictory Speaker Named for December Commencement Ceremony
Graduate Valedictory Speaker Named for December Commencement Ceremony
Graduate Valedictory Speaker Named for December Commencement Ceremony
Hawai’i Pacific University Recognized for Diversity in The Wall Street Journal and The Chronicle of Higher Education
Hawai’i Pacific University Recognized for Diversity in The Wall Street Journal and The Chronicle of Higher Education
Hawai‘i Pacific University to Celebrate Fall 2016 Commencement
Hawai‘i Pacific University to Celebrate Fall 2016 Commencement
HPU awards four Hawaiʻi high school seniors full four-year scholarships
HPU awards four Hawaiʻi high school seniors full four-year scholarships. Students earned a full-ride through the #HPU4Hawaii Scholarship Challenge
November
HPU Team Wins Prestigious Computer Programming Contest
HPU Team Wins Prestigious Computer Programming Contest
October
HPU celebrates dedicated supporters at annual Trustees’ Dinner event
Trustees acknowledge new president, John Yukio Gotanda, D. Suehiro Electric., Inc., and Dr. and Mrs. Allen Zecha
HPU welcomes The Old Spaghetti Factory to Aloha Tower
Hawaiʻi Pacific University brings the popular family restaurant to the downtown community; adds to the growing list of tenants at the iconic waterfront location
HPU Student Recipient of Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Hawai‘i Pacific University student SELAH CHUNG was recently awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to support her study abroad experience.
September
James A. Vaughan Prize for Poetry Competition
HPU is calling for entries for the annual James A. Vaughan Poetry Competition.
HPU Expands Study Abroad Program
HPU Expands Study Abroad Program with 'Generation Study Abroad' Funding to Support Scholarships.
August
The John Heckathorn, Ph.D Internship Award
The John Heckathorn, Ph.D Internship Award provides awards for the College of Liberal Arts, Department of Communication students.
July
John Y. Gotanda Assumes Role As President of HPU
John Yukio Gotanda takes office today as the president of Hawaii Pacific University.
HPU Ranked Among Top 50 Computer Science Degrees for International Students
Hawai‘i Pacific University has been ranked among the 2016 top 50 computer science degrees for international students by College Values Online.
May
HPU Increases Support for Veteran Students Through Yellow Ribbon Program
Hawai‘i Pacific University is increasing its support for U.S. military veteran students through the Yellow Ribbon program, starting in the fall 2016 semester.
Hawaii Adjutant General to Deliver Commencement Speech at HPU
Major General Arthur “Joe” Logan, Adjutant General, Hawaii, will deliver the keynote address at Hawai‘i Pacific University’s 86th commencement, set for Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m., at the Neal Blaisdell Arena. General Logan is a graduate of HPU, with a distinguished career of service in Hawaii and abroad.
Dean of HPU College of Natural and Computational Sciences Appointed
Dr. Brenda Jensen has been named the dean of the Hawai‘i Pacific University College of Natural and Computational Sciences, and will assume the post on June 16.
Interim Dean of HPU College of Business Named
Dr. Warren Wee, CPA, CGMA, has been appointed the interim dean of the Hawai‘i Pacific University College of Business, effective July 1.
April
HPU Examines Emerging Technologies and Energy Policy at Free Lecture April 18
Hawai'i Pacific University brings science and technology communication expert David M. Berube, Ph.D., to Hawaii for a free public talk examining emerging technologies and their impacts on ecosystems and communities.
HPU Names Down as Associate VP and Chief Information Officer
Hawai‘i Pacific University has named Cody V. Down as Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO), following a nationwide search.
HPU Team Wins District National Student Advertising Competition
Hawai‘i Pacific University advertising students were the district winners of the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) on Saturday, April 16.
Navatek Donates Advanced Design Catamaran to HPU
Navatek, Ltd. today donated its advanced design TLB CAT (tandem lifting body catamaran) to Hawaii Pacific University for use in support of the university’s educational programs.
HPU receives Hawaii Green Business Award
HPU was the winner of a 2016 Hawaii Green Business Award, Green Events category, for its Presidential Lecture Series on Global Leadership and Sustainability.
March
HPU Ranked Among the Most Affordable Online Accounting Degree Programs
College Values Online has ranked Hawai‘i Pacific University among its 100 most affordable online accounting degree programs.
Grauman Selected as HPU VP for Enrollment Management
Following a nationwide search, Hawai‘i Pacific University has selected Greg G. Grauman as its Vice President for Enrollment Management.
HPU Graduate Nursing Climbs in U.S. News Rankings, Social Work Program Ranks for First Time
Hawai‘i Pacific University's graduate nursing program climbed significantly in U.S. News & World Report's recent rankings.
HPU, National WWII Museum Partner for Pacific Academy Summer Program
This summer, Hawai‘i Pacific University and the National WWII Museum will partner for a unique educational and cultural experience.
Dean of HPU College of Liberal Arts Accepts VP, Academic Affairs, Position in Arkansas
Dr. David Lanoue, dean of the Hawai‘i Pacific University College of Liberal Arts, will leave HPU in June, 2016, to become vice president for academic affairs at Southern Arkansas University.
February
HPU Names John Y. Gotanda Next President
The Board of Trustees of Hawai'i Pacific University has selected John Yukio Gotanda as the university’s next president.
HPU Awards 10 Four-Year Scholarships to Hawaii High School Seniors
Program recognizes academic achievement and social innovations that benefit Hawaii
January
Dean of HPU College of Business to Take Helm at Top Florida Business School
Dr. Deborah Crown, dean of the Hawaii Pacific University College of Business, will leave HPU in June, 2016, to become dean of the Rollins College Crummer Graduate School of Business, in Winter Park, Florida.
Shimabukuro hired as HR Director - Faculty Relations, Academics, and Research Staff
Hawai‘i Pacific University has hired Bert Shimabukuro to serve as Human Resources Director – Faculty Relations, Academics, and Research Staff.
Stanton Wins James A. Vaughan Award for Poetry
Joseph Stanton was named the recipient of Hawai‘i Pacific University’s James A. Vaughan Award for Poetry, winning first prize for his poems “Hala” and “the Web of an Orb Weaver.”
Blues musician Marcia Ball talks 'Women in Music' at HPU, February 1
Hawai‘i Pacific University welcomes acclaimed blues musician Marcia Ball, for a special conversation on Monday, February 1.
Nashville Waikiki opens at the Aloha Tower Marketplace
Nashville Waikiki, Hawaii’s only country western and classic rock saloon, will open for business at the Aloha Tower Marketplace on Friday, January 22, offering grand opening specials through the weekend.
Lecture Series Brings Noted Sustainability Experts to HPU
Prominent experts in conservation and public policy will kick off a new series of lectures presented at Hawai‘i Pacific University in February.