UPDATED: All UH campuses statewide closed March 13, due to severe weather

 

Aloha UH students, faculty and staff,

 

UPDATE: Hawaiʻi Island campuses have now been added to Friday’s closure.

 

All University of Hawaiʻi campuses on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island will be closed on Friday, March 13, due to severe weather expected to impact the state, including heavy rain, flash flooding, severe thunderstorms and high winds. The Friday closure includes all scheduled classes and events, including the OUTRIGGER Invitational men’s volleyball tournament and a Rainbow Wahine softball game at UH Mānoa.

 

Gov. Josh Green announced today, Thursday, March 12, the statewide suspension of non-essential state services for Friday, March 13, following the emergency declaration issued on March 9. The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education also announced the closure of public schools statewide.

 

Saturday Outdoor Events — Canceled

 

As a proactive measure, all outdoor events scheduled at UH facilities on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island for Saturday, March 14, are also canceled. This includes the Kapiʻolani Community College Farmers Market, the Maui College Swap Meet and the UH Mānoa Rainbow Wahine softball game.

 

A decision will be made tomorrow on whether conditions warrant additional closures for Saturday, including Saturday classes and the OUTRIGGER Invitational men’s volleyball tournament.

 

UH Operations

• All UH campuses are closed.

• In-person and online classes for these campuses are canceled. Instructors will contact students directly regarding assignments or coursework.

• Employees critical to supporting health, safety and recovery efforts should check with their supervisors regarding whether they are required to report to work.

• Select key departments may be asked to assess conditions and assist as needed.

• All outdoor events scheduled for Saturday, March 14, are canceled.

 

Weather Conditions

• Heavy rain may lead to flash flooding, including overflowing streams, flooded roads and possible landslides.

• Strong winds are expected, with sustained winds around 40 mph and gusts potentially exceeding 50 mph.

• Thunderstorms may produce intense rainfall, damaging winds and lightning.

 

Residents are strongly encouraged to limit travel unless absolutely necessary to allow emergency and utility crews to respond to and recover from weather-related impacts.

 

Stay Informed

We encourage everyone to stay informed and be prepared:

• Check your hawaii.edu email for campus-specific updates and operational information.

• Monitor trusted sources for real-time weather updates, including:

• • National Weather Service

  • Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency

  • National Weather Service Honolulu Forecast Office

  • The Pacific Disaster Center’s Disaster Alert app

Mahalo for your understanding and please stay safe.

UH News

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Aloha, March and April have a lot of opportunities for UH students and employees. Please take a quick look at the workshops, events and more. Mahalo, UH Office of Communications Unite for UH: 3 ways to prep for UH Giving Day Join the University of Hawaiʻi ʻohana for UH Giving Day on April 8, 2026, a 24-hour effort supporting students, research, and programs statewide. Give early, launch a challenge, become an advocate, or share your UH story to inspire others and grow the impact. University of Hawaiʻi Student Basic Needs The University of Hawaiʻi Student Basic Needs website provides students across all 10 campuses with access to essential resources, including food, housing, childcare, mental health support, transportation and financial assistance. Visit https://www.hawaii.edu/student-basic-needs/ if you or someone you know needs help. Your voice matters: Hawaiʻi launches 2nd statewide Quality of Life Survey Hawaiʻi residents are encouraged to take the 2026 Hawaiʻi Quality of Life Survey and share their experiences on health, housing, transportation and community needs. The anonymous survey takes about 15 minutes. Complete it by the end of March to help inform policies statewide. UH West O‘ahu Career and Internship Fair The UH West O‘ahu Career and Internship Fair, with about 50 participating employers, will be held Thursday, March 12, from 10am-1pm in C-208. The event is a collaboration with the Careers in IT and Cyber Fair, which is part of Hawai‘i Tech Days. Register here. Free Cybersecurity Webinars for Hawaiʻi Businesses Small business owners in Hawaiʻi are invited to a free Zoom session, “Cybersecurity Risk Management and Vulnerability Assessments for Small Businesses,” on March 18, 12pm–1pm. Learn practical, affordable ways to identify digital risks and protect your business before cyber threats strike. Social Media Training: Talk Story Workshop Series THREE SESSIONS LEFT! Meet on select Tuesday afternoons through April 14 at Leeward Community College to strengthen your social media presence. Led by Hawaiʻi-based creators, these workshops explore campaign strategy, pitching yourself to brands for paid collaborations, and values-based storytelling to build credibility. Free for UH students; small fee for others. 10th Annual Onizuka Day of Exploration The 10th Annual Onizuka Day of Exploration takes place Saturday, April 11, from 8:30am-3pm, at UH West Oʻahu. Hosted by Scouting America, Aloha Council, the free, family-friendly STEM celebration features more than 100 interactive activities, demonstrations, and exhibits. For details: www.onizukaday.com Join the University of Hawaiʻi Retirees ʻOhana (UHRO) The University of Hawaiʻi Retirees ʻOhana (UHRO) welcomes retired UH faculty, staff, and their spouses or partners into a supportive community that stays connected through learning, friendship, and engagement with UH. Members enjoy gatherings, programs, and opportunities to remain active and involved. Kahua Kūpono: A Foundation for Inclusive Digital Learning All UH web content must meet Web Content Accessibility standards by April 24, 2026. Prepare by joining Kahua Kūpono: A Foundation for Inclusive Digital Learning, a free self-paced online professional development course on inclusive digital learning. Explore the materials as a reference or complete the full course and competency assessment to earn an optional certificate of completion. Register here with your UH email to receive access. Fall Undergraduate Student Program: SCIPE CI-REO 2026 The SCIPE CyberInfrastructure Research Experience Opportunity (CI-REO) is a semester-long, mentored research program that supports undergraduate students in learning and applying CI skills. Students engage in cyberinfrastructure projects with researchers and cyberinfrastructure professionals during the academic year at 10 hours per week on a stipend. Apply Here by April 30, 2026. Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship (PACE) PACE coordinates UH’s entrepreneurship programs, providing mentorship, training, and resources to inspire innovation and guide students across 10 campuses from idea to commercialization. 3/10 – Talk Story: Careers in Sustainability. Connect with professionals working in climate, environmental, and impact-driven roles. Register now. 3/11 – Professional-in-Residence Susan Yamada. Book one-on-one advising with Susan Yamada for venture guidance and professional insight. Book an appointment now. 3/11 – Professional-in-Residence Piia Aarma. Meet with Piia Aarma to get help with your marketing or PR. Book an appointment now. 3/11 – Entrepreneurship Live with Summer Shiigi, Ten Tomorrow/Daily Whisk. Hear Summer Shiigi discuss building community-driven retail brands in Hawai‘i. Register now. 3/12 – Professional-in-Residence Donald Fukumoto. Schedule an advising session with Donald Fukumoto for leadership and business strategy support. Book an appointment now. 3/12 – Professional-in-Residence Scott Brewer. Get personalized advice on finance, real estate, and strategic planning with Scott Brewer. Book an appointment now. 3/12 – Kalo Grants Live Pitch. Watch student entrepreneurs pitch live for seed funding and community support. Register now. 3/13 - Level Up Venture Ready: Build Your Financial Foundations. Join Scott Brewer to learn how to read financial statements, build projections, plan for taxes, and assess your venture’s financial viability. Register now 3/15 – Innovate 808 Application Deadline. Submit your application to compete in Innovate 808 and develop solutions to real industry challenges. Apply now. 3/23 – UHVC: Perfect Your Pitch with Hollywood Producer Jim Burke. Refine your storytelling and presentation skills with Academy Award-winning producer Jim Burke. Registration coming soon. 3/27 – Make & Take: Solar-Powered Lamp. Assemble a functional solar-powered lamp while learning basic principles of sustainable design. Registration coming soon. 3/29 – Kalo Grant Application Round 6. Apply for Round 6 of Kalo Grants to secure seed funding for your venture. Apply now. 3/30 – Make & Take: Podcast Workshop. Learn podcast production basics and create your own recorded segment. Registration coming soon. 3/31 – Level Up with Bottles4College. Explore student-led social entrepreneurship with Bottles4College and its recycling-driven model. Registration coming soon. 4/2 – Professional-in-Residence Sara Strona Tuskuamoto. Meet with Sara Strona Tuskuamoto for one-on-one guidance on business development and strategy. Book an appointment now. Faculty Professional Development Opportunities The UH Online Innovation Center (UHOIC) offers professional learning opportunities in support of quality online teaching and learning for all UH faculty and staff across the system. Innovation Playground - Friday, March 13, 10-11am. This session highlights practical AI tools that strengthen efficiency and support effective decision-making while promoting responsible use to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Register now! AI in Action: UH Use Cases - Wednesday, March 25, 10-11am. Register and join this webinar to see AI in action and discover how University of Hawaiʻi faculty and staff use AI tools to increase productivity. Explore use cases for automating student and faculty support, streamlining course material development with tools like NotebookLM, and transforming static content into engaging videos. 2026 UH Online Unconference - Wednesday & Thursday, April 15 & 16, 10am-12pm (join one day or both). We’re excited to bring back the unconference this semester, an event that has consistently received positive feedback from previous participants. Join us to aʻo aku, aʻo mai (to learn, to share) and engage in collaborative and dynamic discussions. Register to save your spot, indicate your topics of interest, and consider volunteering as a moderator or notetaker. AI 2 Xcelerate (AI2X) Professional Development Program - The AI2X Program is a personalized hands-on professional development (PD) program designed to support University of Hawaiʻi faculty and staff in integrating AI into their teaching, research, and/or professional activities (aligned with the UH Tenure, Promotion, and Contract Renewal (T/P) process). Applications are now open until April 30, 2026. Creator+, H5P, and Lumi Showcase: Success Stories and User Experiences from UH Faculty and Staff - Friday, May 1, 1-2:30pm. Did you know that Creator+ (practice activities, elements, and layout), H5P (authoring tool with 50+ activities available), and Lumi (AI-powered tools) are available in Lamakū to all instructor users? Join this showcase featuring early adopters from the Lamakū+ and H5P I Mua professional development program cohorts share their success stories and course examples. Register now! Visit the UHOIC Upcoming Events page to view and register for the upcoming Spring 2026 webinars and events. To stay up to date with periodic news and updates, sign up for the UHOIC Newsletter

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Library Survey - let us know how we are doing!

 Aloha WCC ʻohana,

The Library is currently assessing its services and resources to see where we can improve. Whether you use the library daily or haven't visited us yet this semester, your manaʻo is vital to our growth!

Please go to https://go.hawaii.edu/zqD 

Quick Facts:

• Time To Complete Survey: Under 5 minutes.

• Privacy: Your responses are 100% anonymous.

• Focus: We’re asking about research help, equipment, and your sense of community in our Library. 

• Survey closes on Sunday, March 29.

Aloha Harvest, Ko‘olau Career Expo, and Free Summer Math Classes

Reminders: 

March 16–20, 2026 

Non-Instructional: Spring Recess

TRiO SSS Open from 7AM - 2PM

Aloha Harvest - Thursday, March 12 

Aloha harvest comes anytime between 10AM - 12PM. The more hands that can help, the better! We been getting choke stuff, but goes pretty quick! B.Y.O.R.B - Bring Your Own Reusable Bag! See attachments for the tentative SP26 Aloha Harvest schedule. 

As a reminder… Before you start grabbing anything, we just want to make sure all the food is out and ready for everyone. We want to make sure everyone get chance to grab all kine different stuff! As always, if your able to help beforehand to set up and unload, you can score and get first picks, plus we cen get everything out even quicker.

Ko‘olau Career Expo - March 31 from 10AM - 1PM 

Level Up Your Career. Get a better paying job. A growing line-up of local employers!

The Ko‘olau Career Expo brings together local employers offering career-track opportunities starting at $40,000 and above. Whether you’re seeking advancement, considering a career change, or exploring new paths, this event connects local talent with real opportunity. Register for the expo by scanning the QR code in the flyer attached or by visiting: windward.hawaii.edu/career-expo

Free Summer Math Classes

Get ahead this summer with FREE in-person math classes! Build your skills for fall or knock out your math requirement in just a few weeks. MATH 75X, 78/100, and 88/103 will be held in-person Monday through Friday, from Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, July 3. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your success at no cost to you! If you are interested, please fill out this google form: Free Summer Math Interest Form.

UH Auto Admit – Streamlined Transfer Process

 Did you know that students graduating from any of the seven UH System community colleges with an AA degree or select AS degrees may be eligible for UH Auto Admit? This process offers a streamlined, automatic application pathway to UHM, UHWO, and UH Hilo. While it’s called “Auto Admit,” it is essentially a faster transfer application process,selection does not guarantee final admission to your chosen campus, and some majors may require an additional application. Deadline to accept is April 9, 2026. Please review the attached details for more information, or feel free to join Counselor On Duty: Monday–Sunday from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM for personalized support. JM

Upcoming Events!...

 Aloha kakahiaka WCC Students! 

Here is a look at your upcoming events on campus!  We hope to see you there! 

Me ke aloha, 

Office for Student Affairs 

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 THIS WEEK AT WCC  

 

Compass Healthcare Explorer Program: Interested in working in the healthcare field? Castle Adentist’s Compass Healthcare Explorer program coordinators will be on campus at Mini Grindz on Tuesday 3/3 and Wednesday 3/4. Stop by to learn more! 

 

Tuesday 3/3 and Wednesday 3/4

11am - 1pm

ʻĀkoakoa Atrium 

 

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National Community College Transfer Panel:  Join Warda Ali, an alumna of American River College who transferred to Stanford University in this virtual Community College Transfer Panel!   This event centers the lived experiences of community college transfer students and is designed to offer current students' transparent insight, encouragement, and guidance as they explore transfer pathways. Our panelists represent community colleges across the nation and 4-year institu tions including Yale, Stanford, UCLA, Georgetown, University of Michigan, UC Berkeley, Johns Hopkins, Sacramento State University, Texas A&M U niversity, and Pomona College.  Register to hear how YOU can prepare your transfer journey after WCC! 

 

National Community College Transfer Panel

Friday, March 6th 2026

10:00am-12:00pm HST 

Registration Link 

 

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HIMB Shark Lab Summer Internship:  The HIMB Shark lab is seeking motivated and committed students to participate in a paid internship opportunity. Please see the flyer for details.  MOP students can use this internship as their MOP Skill Project!   Join us for an informational session on zoom, Tuesday March 10th at 4:00pm! 

 

Program Dates:

June 29 – August 21, 2026

Commitment: Minimum of two full days/week

Stipend: $3200 (paid upon completion)

Course credit: those interested in using this internship as their MOP Skill Project will be required to enroll in 1-credit of SCI 195VI in summer II (tuition and fees will be reimbursed upon completion of internship)

Applications Due: March 20, 2026

 

Apply: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.gle/HUfQ3H7dNxkpsz3i8__;!!PvDODwlR4mBZyAb0!WItug0wGFSkxpkoiGylX6bfD67Dt1aWgGv5TjYi-CpknkPxIRTsnh4RfpPlxRXZj5FeAqWr0GamLkeZZC9_zmdh6HA$

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 WEEKLY EVENTS AT WCC 

Campus Piko 

Every Monday at 8am via zoom 

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Meeting ID: 980 7695 0015

Passcode: WCC

 

Every Wednesday at 8:30am in-person 

Behind Hale Alakaʻi on the Great Lawn 

 

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Maly’s Mid-Week Mini Grindz - FREE LUNCH

EVERY Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (except on campus-recognized holidays)

 

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Windward Gaming Group on the following Wednesdays to game and adventure - right after Mid-Week Mini-Grindz - feed your tummy and then feed your sense of excitement and adventure.   

 

Throw dice!  Play cards, delve dungeons, slay dragons, and otherwise make war on the mid-week tedium!

 

February 25 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 101

March 4 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 101

March 11 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 113

April 1 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 113

April 8 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 113

April 22 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 113

May 6 1:30pm - 9pm ʻĀkoakoa 113

Announcement!...

 Koʻolaupoko Native Hawaiian Civic Club Scholarship

This scholarship is open until April 15, 2026 and is available to both full-time and part-time students (minimum 6 credits). Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher, and it’s a great opportunity to support your educational journey.

Campus Visit to UH West Oʻahu - TOMORROW, March 3 from 10AM - 2PM

Wailau Ola invites you to Huaka'i i Honouliuli, a campus visit to the University of Hawai'i at West O'ahu on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. You can enjoy a free lunch, campus tour, receive educational material, and get the chance to connect with academic programs, resources, and the UHWO 'ohana. This event is designed to help you build relationships and support you as you explore transfer opportunities. If you're interested in attending, RSVP here.

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Need to do your taxes? TRiO SSS still going free taxes! Give us a call at 808-235-7487 to see if you qualify and schedule an appointment!

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