UH Community Colleges

05/26/2026

Ciera Adversalo-Clarke once sat in classrooms at Windward Community College wondering if she was on the right path.

Today, she’s a transfer counselor at Windward Community College, supporting students with the same care and encouragement she once received.

Now she’s helping the next generation move forward with confidence—one conversation at a time. uhcc.hawaii.edu/transfer

Start here. Go beyond.

05/19/2026

Life can change in an instant—but the right start can change everything.

Meet David Grupen. He began at Honolulu Community College before transferring to William S. Richardson School of Law where he discovered his passion for helping others through law and public service.

Today, he’s using that path to make a real impact in the community.

Start here. Go beyond. uhcc.hawaii.edu/transfer

05/12/2026

Bruce Torres-Fischer’s journey shows what’s possible when you start Hawai`i Community College

With a focus on ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and preserving local voices, he built a path that carried him all the way to a PhD at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.

His story is rooted in culture, community, and the belief that our voices deserve to shape the future of Hawaiʻi.

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05/05/2026

As a first-generation student, Leilani didn’t walk into college with a roadmap—just determination.

At Leeward Community College, she found more than classes. She found mentors, peers, and a community that helped her bridge her way to University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Her journey is proof that small beginnings can lead to powerful destinations.

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05/05/2026

Summer is a great opportunity to stay on track—or get ahead. Registration is now open for summer courses across all seven UH Community Colleges, with flexible, accelerated options to fit your schedule. Summer tuition remains $131 per credit for Hawaiʻi residents, the same as fall and spring. apply.hawaii.edu

04/30/2026

Calling all Class of 2026 Hawai‘i public high school seniors! Tomorrow, May 1, is the deadline to accept your Fall admission to one of our nine UH campuses ( UH Community Colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, University of Hawaii - West Oahu) through Direct2UH! Visit direct2UH.com to complete your Campus Choice form today. We can't wait to see you this Fall!

04/28/2026

For Dexter, success wasn’t about leaving home—it was about giving back to it.

He started at University of Hawai'i Maui College and continued his journey with University of Hawaii - West Oahu—all while staying rooted on Maui.

Now he’s focused on making an impact in his own community and helping the next generation succeed right where they are.

Start here. Go beyond.

04/21/2026

The future of tech doesn’t start somewhere else—it starts here. Jenny began at Kapiʻolani Community College, transferred to UH Manoa College of Engineering debt-free, and today she’s building a career in tech.

Her journey is proof: you don’t have to go far to go big.

Start Here. Go Beyond
uhcc.hawaii.edu/transfer

04/10/2026

🎓 UH Community Colleges are transforming lives across Hawaiʻi 🌺

From career pathways to unique programs you may not know exist, our campuses are helping students build their future close to home.

As University of Hawaiʻi Week continues on Living808, day two shines a spotlight on the UH Community Colleges, an essential part of the UH System that continues to transform lives across the s…

11/14/2025

🌺 Spring 2026 trainings are now open! 🌺
Ready to level up your career? Good Jobs Hawaiʻi has over $1 million in funding available for tuition-free short-term training in technology, healthcare, skilled trades, and education.

🚀 Trainings starting January 2026 include:
• Network Technician
• Security Analyst
• Electrician
• Optometry Assistant
• Landscape Technician

✨ What you get—FREE for most participants:
✔️ Tuition covered
✔️ Industry certification exam fees paid
✔️ One-on-one career support from a Good Jobs Hawaiʻi Navigator
✔️ A direct pathway to higher-paying, in-demand jobs

👉 Spots fill fast — apply now!
🔗 Visit uhcc.hawaii.edu/goodjobshawaii to get started.

06/21/2024

Over $5 million is available with our Hawai‘i Promise Scholarship, designed to help Hawai‘i residents attend our seven campuses. With this money, it’s our promise that cost will not be a barrier to your education. There's a place for you! 🌟📚
Learn more: hawaii.edu/promise