Local designer credits overseas study for position at Tesla

Studying abroad was a transformation for Mikolaj Walczuk. Now the Hilo artist is in charge of look-and-feel design at Tesla's Gigafactory.

Improving safety and quality of care for patients

UH Mānoa alumna Eleanor Huey spends her days working to improve the safety measures that protect patients.

Kīlauea eruption brings UH Hilo graduate home

UH Hilo grad Katherine Mulliken returns to Hawaiʻi Island in response to Kilauea activity.

Rachael Wong works for a better future for all

For Rachael Wong, deciding to pursue a career in public health was all about the values.

8 Things to Know About Working for a Federal Agency

UH Hilo grad Joshua Tarbox conducts background investigations on potential federal employees.

John Clark

Soldier, Lifeguard, Firefighter, Writer, Planning Consultant

Author of 10 books about Hawai‘i place names, has spent a lifetime collecting the stories behind the names.

Mitchell-Box partners with Alaska Native people to tell health success stories

When she was studying public health at UH Mānoa, Kristen Mitchell-Box had no idea that she’d soon be applying her skills in Alaska.

Improving the health of Hawai‘i’s people

Doris Segal Matsunaga has dedicated her career to improving the health of Hawai‘i’s people.

Walk with a Doc: JABSOM Alumna Gets Neighbors Walking

"Every Saturday, rain or shine," Dr. Theresa Young Wee takes her fellow Mililani residents for a walk, offering advice and snacks.

The Vulcan and the Volcano

UH Hilo's Kuʻupuamaeole Kiyuna returned after her graduation for an internship on the volcano.

Mila Medallon-Ka‘ahanui

Q&A with Mila Medallon-Ka‘ahanui

Recounting her life's journey and what led her to West Oahu College—now known as UH West O‘ahu.

Sheryl Nicolas

Tough Love

Sheryl Nicolas says “not being babied” at Honolulu CC prepared her for the real world.

Professor wishes to be “the teacher I wish I had”

"My job is to enrich their lives the best I know how," says Jerald "Kimo" Keaulana.

Maui artist opens doors for herself and others

Maui artist Malorie Arisumi is pursuing a career in art while she helps others to discover it.

From marketing to carpentry

UH Mānoa and Honolulu CC alumna April Acquavella proved that it’s never too late to change careers.