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Makapu'u Point, below the lighthouse trail, is a popular spot for rock climbers.
Rock Climbers Grip for Life as Makapu‘u Point May Close for Good
Nicole Lawler, Contributor • May 19, 2025

There are two outdoor rock climbing spots on Oʻahu, and Makapuʻu Point could soon face changes as the state considers how to manage the land. The scenic crag is tucked beside the Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail and has drawn local climbers for its beginner-friendly bouldering routes and beautiful ocean...

Maui Prep's Sloane Jucker surfs at an MIL surfing competition in March.
Lawmakers Push to Support High School Surfing
Kiani Vidaurri, Contributor • May 14, 2025

Hawaiʻi has never held a statewide surfing championship, but that is expected to change as high school surfing may have enough funding nearly a decade after it was authorized as an interscholastic sport. House Bill 133 would provide the Department...

Participants with their final creation.
Where Art and Culture Intertwine
Robyn McCreary and Jordan Khan April 14, 2025

Art allows you to bring your imagination to life—and those who attended the digital art workshop at Capitol Modern on Feb. 27 saw this...

RENT cast members rehearse at Kennedy Theatre.
Joshua “Baba” Tavares Joined UH Faculty Bringing the Broadway Experience to Hawaiʻi
Bailey O'Dwyer and Toni Arzaga December 24, 2024

The hit musical "Rent" will premiere at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Kennedy Theatre in February, and will showcase the directorial...

Ohina Labs host 2024 Film Showcase.
ʻOhina Short Film Showcase Celebrates Local Filmmaking Talent
Bailey O'Dwyer and Toni Arzaga December 1, 2024

Consolidated Theatres Ward 16 buzzed with excitement on Nov. 13, as it hosted the ʻOhina Labs Screening and Filmmaker Workshop. The event...

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Why Black History Month Matters to Me
Lili Hurd, Contributor • March 6, 2025

Since childhood, my family has emphasized the importance of remembering our history. They taught me to honor the legacies of trailblazers like...

My DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Review
My DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Review
Preston Ancheta, Editor • February 11, 2025
Local, indigenous art is an important aspect of Hawaii and its history.
Highlighting the Hawai’i Art Scene
Allyson Whaley, Contributor • January 6, 2025
David Lassner Is Retiring
Go Back to the Drawing Board
Robert Kelly, Contributor • October 9, 2024
Taylor Won the Election for Kamala
Taylor Won the Election for Kamala
Josslyn Rose, Contributor • September 20, 2024
Balancing Books and Ball: The Life of a Student-Athlete
Ryder Napoleon and John McConnell May 12, 2025

For many young athletes, the dream of becoming a student-athlete is the first step toward a larger goal of making it to the professional stage,...

SCI Hosts Open House on Misinformation in Science
Juri Dagio and Chloe Lee May 12, 2025

At the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa’s second annual School of Communication and Information (SCI) Open House, keynote speaker Dr. Kasisomayajula...

UH Transitions To New Learning System “Lamakū”
Juri Dagio and Chloe Lee May 9, 2025

UH Mānoa is integrating a switch from Laulima to Lamakū in January. Students from their sister campuses, such as UH Hilo and the University...

How One Native Hawaiian Scientist Conducts Her Research Differently
Lia McKinnie, Contributor • May 1, 2025

Kekuʻiapōiula Keliipuleole walks down the slippery, jagged rocks towards the rocky shore to start her fieldwork for the day. She moves about...

ECHO Ep.4: Mastering Time Management Between Coursework and Deadlines
Preston Ancheta, Editor • April 25, 2025

Emma was placed at the forefront of this legislative term from listening to hearings to covering bills. She learned how to quickly make connections...

ECHO Ep.3: Setting the Standard: Work Ethic in Today’s Newsroom
Jordan Kalawaiʻa Nunies, Editor • April 16, 2025

This is Echo, an audio series put together by the Mānoa Mirror. In this series we highlight the experiences of student journalists to remember,...