University of Hawai‘i - West O’ahu
Impact Type: Education
Overview
The University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu serves as the newest campus in the UH system, offering baccalaureate degrees that meet the evolving needs of Hawai‘i’s workforce and communities. Located in Kapolei, the university emphasizes accessible, affordable education that prepares students to be engaged citizens and community leaders. Programs integrate Hawaiian values and traditional knowledge across liberal arts, professional studies, and career-focused disciplines, ensuring learning remains grounded in culture and place.
Our Partnership Impact
• Supporting initiatives that embed local values and traditional knowledge into degree and certificate programs • Funding opportunities that strengthen student success through mentoring, tutoring, and enrichment • Investing in leadership development and pathways that prepare students for professional and community impact • Supporting programs that build bridges between UH West O‘ahu and regional high schools to expand early college access
Partnership Story
HPF’s partnership with UH West O‘ahu reflects a shared commitment to opportunity, identity, and leadership rooted in community. Early investments in programs like ʻUpena Moaninuiākea and HUB Pasifika helped lay the foundation for student belonging and growth. One of HPF’s cornerstone initiatives—the Teacher Pathway Program—continues to empower aspiring educators with guidance, cultural grounding, and hands-on experience to serve Hawai‘i’s classrooms and communities. Complementary efforts such as Kauluhāweo and We Go West foster connection and engagement among new and returning students through workshops and cultural activities. Together, these initiatives demonstrate how education anchored in culture, community, and purpose shapes resilient leaders for Hawai‘i’s future.
University of Hawai‘i - West O’ahu
Impact Type: Education
Overview
The University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu serves as the newest campus in the UH system, offering baccalaureate degrees that meet the evolving needs of Hawai‘i’s workforce and communities. Located in Kapolei, the university emphasizes accessible, affordable education that prepares students to be engaged citizens and community leaders. Programs integrate Hawaiian values and traditional knowledge across liberal arts, professional studies, and career-focused disciplines, ensuring learning remains grounded in culture and place.
Our Partnership Impact
• Supporting initiatives that embed local values and traditional knowledge into degree and certificate programs • Funding opportunities that strengthen student success through mentoring, tutoring, and enrichment • Investing in leadership development and pathways that prepare students for professional and community impact • Supporting programs that build bridges between UH West O‘ahu and regional high schools to expand early college access
Partnership Story
HPF’s partnership with UH West O‘ahu reflects a shared commitment to opportunity, identity, and leadership rooted in community. Early investments in programs like ʻUpena Moaninuiākea and HUB Pasifika helped lay the foundation for student belonging and growth. One of HPF’s cornerstone initiatives—the Teacher Pathway Program—continues to empower aspiring educators with guidance, cultural grounding, and hands-on experience to serve Hawai‘i’s classrooms and communities. Complementary efforts such as Kauluhāweo and We Go West foster connection and engagement among new and returning students through workshops and cultural activities. Together, these initiatives demonstrate how education anchored in culture, community, and purpose shapes resilient leaders for Hawai‘i’s future.