#Cornell University

ClimbHi workforce training program certifies hundreds of students statewide

More than 800 high school students across 15 campuses statewide earned workforce development credentials during the 2024–25 academic year through the ClimbHI Service Excellence Certificate.

New program connects Hawai’i schools with hospitality industry resources

A new statewide program that connects high schools with hospitality industry resources to enhance education and job readiness for students was launched by Hawaiʻi nonprofit ClimbHI.

Senate passes legislation to help domestic violence survivors cut ties with abusers

The US Senate unanimously passed the Safe Connections Act, bipartisan legislation that seeks to help survivors of domestic violence and other crimes cut ties with their abusers and separate from shared wireless service plans, which can be exploited to monitor, stalk, or control victims.

Nearly 1,400 Students Complete ClimbHi Service Certification in First Two Years

A Hawaiʻi nonprofit that partners with Cornell University to help high school students prepare for the workforce looks for sponsors for the spring semester, after experiencing a record number of certifications this fall.

Hawaiʻi Hospitality Industry Sponsors Certificate Program for HS Students

Hawaiʻi high school students can receive credentials from a nationally renowned hospitality program this year for free due to new sponsorships from hospitality industry leaders.