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The Rainbow Warrior Connection

Whether it is participating in a Service Learning Project, joining a club, or meeting other Rainbow Warriors across campus, there are many ways to build connections and lifelong friendships at UH Manoa. Here are some places to start:

Connecting to Campus Activities manoa.hawaii.edu/studentlife uhmccbac.weebly.com

Visit the UH Manoa Student Life and Development Office as well as UH Mānoa Activities Council websites to join in on activities happening around campus.

Clubs and Organizations go.hawaii.edu/xGa

Did you know that there are over 150 clubs and organizations at UH Mānoa? Balance your social and academic life by exploring the clubs and organizations that Mānoa offers. The categories include academic and professional, ethnic and cultural, fraternity and sorority, honorary societies, leisure and recreational, political, religious and spiritual, service, and sports.

Community Engagement manoa.hawaii.edu/undergrad/civic-engage

The UH Mānoa Office of Civic & Community Engagement supports Service Learning Projects which help to assist students wanting to find opportunities to service the community around and beyond Mānoa. Some of the community partners include the YMCA of Honolulu, Blood Bank of Hawai‘i, and Peace Corps, to name a few of the many service learning opportunities for students, faculty, and staff on campus.

Did you know?

twitter.com/UHEsport | instagram.com/uhesports | discord.com/invite/NUCPXMA

UH Manoa students are also involved in eSports! The UH Manoa esports program currently fields teams for Overwatch, League of Legends, Rainbow Six, Super Smash Bros., and VALORANT. Many of these teams have garnered national recognition, including a top 25 ranking for the Overwatch team among 271 North American colleges and universities. Interested students are encouraged to email uh.esports@hawaii.edu or follow the team’s Twitter, Instagram, or Discord!

New Student Orientations (NSO)

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NSO is a comprehensive program to support your successful transition to life at Mānoa. Our dedicated team of orientation leaders, faculty, and staff are committed to ensuring you feel welcomed, informed, and prepared for the exciting adventure.

During NSO, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow incoming students, engage with faculty and staff, and explore the vibrant campus. You’ll better understand the academic programs, resources, and support services available through interactive workshops, campus tours, and informative sessions.

Our orientation program is not just about getting acclimated to campus; it’s about fostering a sense of belonging and empowering you to thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Welina Mānoa First Day of School Kick-Off Event | Monday, August 21, 2023

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The Mānoa campus is hosting the First Day of School Kick-Off, a welcome back to school event for the 2023-2024 academic year, on the first day of the fall semester. At this event, we will have a variety of campus departments, programs, clubs, and offices at Campus Center Courtyard, Kuykendall Lawn, and Legacy Pathway. Stop by this resource fair and learn more about the various services available on campus! You will also have the opportunity to win a bunch of prizes!