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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