University of Hawai'i - West O'ahu

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We offer both virtual and in-person services to support our students’ needs and prepare them for personal and academic success.

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Our Campus
Founded in 1976, UH West Oʻahu is accredited by WSCUC and offers a distinct and accessible student-centered education.

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West Oʻahu Happenings

For mother and son, commencement will be a shared milestone

For the Racoma family, the University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu’s upcoming commencement holds special significance because of who will be sharing the stage — Tanya Hōkūlani Racoma...

West Oʻahu Happenings

Turkey Trot a success with hundreds of donations collected for students

Dozens of students, faculty, and staff participated in University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu’s Turkey Trot, an event that successfully supported UH West O‘ahu’s basic...

West Oʻahu Happenings

Popular student research symposium ‘incredible opportunity’ for all

The University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu’s Fall 2025 Student Research and Creative Works Symposium, which this semester will feature a new in-person poster presentation...

West Oʻahu Happenings

Music media masterclass a collaborative effort for local creatives

The University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu recently hosted the Art of Music Media Masterclass, a free workshop combining the film production and music industries in a collaborative...

Experience West O‘ahu

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The 2025 Mid-Year Commencement Ceremony is less than a day away. Are you ready? #uhwestoahu #graduation #fall2025 #kapolei #uhwo #commencement

The 2025 Mid-Year Commencement Ceremony is less than a day away. Are you ready? #uhwestoahu #graduation #fall2025 #kapolei #uhwo #commencement

Calling our #UHWestOahu ʻohana! The 2025 Mid-Year Commencement Ceremony is Saturday, Dec. 13, at the #UHWO courtyard. Help us support our candidates for graduation and their loved ones, and sign up to be a campus ambassador/volunteer! Scan the QR code and register by Dec. 1!

Calling our #UHWestOahu ʻohana! The 2025 Mid-Year Commencement Ceremony is Saturday, Dec. 13, at the #UHWO courtyard. Help us support our candidates for graduation and their loved ones, and sign up to be a campus ambassador/volunteer! Scan the QR code and register by Dec. 1!

Calling our #UHWestOahu ʻohana! The 2025 Mid-Year Commencement Ceremony is Saturday, Dec. 13, at the #UHWO courtyard. Help us support our candidates for graduation and their loved ones, and sign up to be a campus ambassador/volunteer! Scan the QR code and register by Dec. 1!
The #UHWestOahu Student Organic Garden welcomes volunteers to its Community Workday, 8-11 a.m. on Oct. 4 at the māla. Open to #UHWO students, faculty, staff, and community members. Bring water, use sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes. For more info or to RSVP: tasiay@hawaii.edu
Chancellor Benham, with the help of other faculty, staff and students, greeted students and offered them snacks as they walked to classes yesterday and today. See more photos  at flickr.com/uhwestoahu where you’ll also find future campus related photos all fall semester. #uhwo #campuslife #uhwestoahu #fall2025 #kapolei
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