Featured Message

Message from PRESIDENT JOHN GOTANDA

Welcome to HPU’s second edition of Kai Ulu: Alumni Currents. One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is fostering relationships with our alumni community. Just in the last year, I met graduates who are successful entrepreneurs and business owners, and others who are leaders of mature industries. I met a recent graduate from Hawaiʻi, boldly launching her career in mid-town Manhattan, and a mid-career alumni couple working to address complex international cybersecurity issues.

Just like you, today’s students are from around the globe, gathering in the heart of the Pacific to experience HPU’s innovative academic programs. They work closely with world-class faculty while learning in one of the world’s most unique environments. To ensure our students are prepared not just for their first job, but for their entire careers, we continually update our curriculum and expand student opportunities for co-curricular, hands-on experiences.

One such initiative on campus is our new Maker Space—a hub dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation. This space is a collaborative workspace equipped with cutting-edge tools and technology. HPU is driving innovation in education, and the Maker Space embodies this commitment by providing a dynamic environment where ideas flourish and new ventures take shape. I invite you to immerse yourself in the culture of innovation and creativity at Hawaiʻi Pacific University as you explore the Maker Space article.

At HPU, we are cultivating the leaders, thinkers, and innovators of tomorrow. For HPU to continue to strengthen, it is vital to have your engagement. Learn about HPU through Kai Ulu. Keep us informed of your career and life journey. Serve on panels or speak in the classroom. Give us story ideas. We’d enjoy hearing from you—and seeing you in person where possible!

It is an honor to witness the profound impact our alumni have on their communities and the world. Let’s partner together to ensure that today’s students are fully prepared to follow in your footsteps.