Shidler College of Business

06/10/2026

What started as a $1,000 gift in 1978 has grown into nearly five decades of hands-on learning for Shidler students.

That year, Henry Clark, an executive at Castle & Cooke, donated $1,000 to the Financial Management Association, Shidler’s finance club, to give students real-world experience in equity investing.

Today, his legacy continues to make an impact. This January, FMA’s student-managed stock portfolio reached an impressive milestone with a one-year return of 47%, far outpacing the S&P 500 and many professional investors.

Thanks to Clark’s foresight, generations of Shidler students have gained valuable investing experience and developed strong financial skills. To further expand on that vision, FMA awarded merit-based scholarships in 2025 to help students launch their own investment portfolios. The scholarships were donated by Benjamin Bystrom, FMA’s faculty advisor.

Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients: Mason Pritts, Zion Ah You, Ayla Alameida, Kaui Keaunui, Cameron Bodner and Olivia Zaruba.

We are grateful for Henry Clark’s lasting legacy and Benjamin Bystrom’s continued support in creating opportunities that help shape future finance leaders.

06/10/2026

Congratulations to Erick Huang, BBA ’25, on passing the CPA exam!

A recent Shidler College of Business graduate, Erick credits Shidler with helping him grow both professionally and personally through student organizations, networking events and the friendships he built along the way.

“Shidler is a great school to develop professionally and personally,” he shared. “I made lifelong friends through Shidler clubs and student organizations and expanded my network through the networking events Shidler and its student organizations provide.”

His advice to current students is to take advantage of every opportunity: attend networking events, get involved in student organizations and enjoy the college experience.

Congratulations again, Erick. We are proud to celebrate this exciting milestone with you!

06/03/2026

After 21 years of visionary leadership, the Shidler College of Business invites our alumni, faculty, staff, students and business community to join us for a special farewell celebration honoring Dean V. Vance Roley.

Dean Roley’s lasting impact on Shidler can be seen across the College, in our students, alumni, faculty, programs and the many partnerships he helped strengthen throughout Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Please join us as we celebrate his remarkable legacy and say mahalo for more than two decades of dedicated service.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
5–7:30 p.m.
Eddie & Elaine Flores, Jr. Courtyard
Shidler College of Business

Complimentary attendance. Prior RSVP is required for light pupus and beverages.

RSVP by June 24:
https://bit.ly/3RLz8r9

05/30/2026

Join the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association for an evening of networking, connection and friendly competition at the Alumni Networking Mixer.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy pupus and one drink, and take advantage of complimentary golf simulator access at Aya Golf Lounge. The evening will also include a short program for board members and officer installations.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
Aya Golf Lounge
641 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 1

Early bird pricing is $55 through May 29 and ends tonight at 11:59 p.m. Tickets are $70 after May 29.

RSVP by Monday, June 8: https://bit.ly/43DtutK

05/22/2026

Congratulations to Chia Yun “Mercy” Cheng, BBA ’26, who graduated this past Saturday from the Shidler College of Business with a degree in marketing.

Originally from Taiwan, Mercy’s journey at UH Mānoa has been one of growth, confidence and leadership. Through her involvement as a New Rainbow Warrior peer leader and with the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship, where she served as a PACE Leader and student director for the Entrepreneurship Live program, Mercy found community while helping others do the same.

As she begins her next chapter, Mercy plans to remain in Hawaiʻi and pursue a career in marketing.

We are proud to celebrate Mercy and the many ways she represents the spirit of Shidler: curious, driven and ready to lead.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/49eZqba

05/20/2026

The Shidler College of Business recently celebrated its 65th annual Business Night, a longstanding tradition recognizing student achievement, mentorship and the strong partnerships between the college and Hawaiʻi’s business community.

This year’s event welcomed more than 500 students, alumni, mentors and industry leaders and awarded over $122,000 in sponsored scholarships and recognitions to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students.

Centered around the theme “First Spark: Igniting Potential,” the evening highlighted the transformative impact of mentorship and the importance of investing in the next generation of business leaders.

Mahalo to the many sponsors, alumni and community partners whose continued support helps create meaningful opportunities for Shidler students.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3QPyFDY

Photo album from our Flickr: https://bit.ly/4dhANgt

This story was originally posted on May 8 on UH News.The Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa hosted its 65th annual Business Night on May 7, at the Sheraton Waikiki. The signature event brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening ...

05/18/2026

Congratulations to Ofeck Hazan on earning the NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award for the 2026 National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Championship! 🌈🏐

A finance major at the Shidler College of Business with a perfect 4.0 GPA, Hazan was recognized for achieving excellence both in the classroom and on the court — representing the very best of what it means to be a student-athlete.

The sophomore middle blocker becomes just the second Rainbow Warrior men’s volleyball player to receive the honor and the latest example of the incredible dedication, discipline and leadership demonstrated by our Shidler students.

We’re proud to celebrate Ofeck’s achievement and all he continues to accomplish at the Shidler College of Business and the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics.

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3PAy8Fz

HONOLULU — University of Hawai'i sophomore Ofeck Hazan was named the recipient of the NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete award for the 2026 National Collegiate Men's Volleyball Championship.

05/16/2026

A big congratulations to our newest Shidler alumni, Amy Ma, who graduates with her MBA this Saturday! 🎉🎓
Graduating this weekend?
We’d love to celebrate with you! Share your graduation photos with us by emailing our Director of Marketing at [email protected]!

05/13/2026

After more than two decades of transformative leadership, Dean Vance Roley is preparing to begin a new chapter—returning to the classroom at the Shidler College of Business.

Since 2005, Roley has guided the college through a period of significant growth, strengthening its global reputation, expanding partnerships and elevating opportunities for students, faculty and alumni.

As he prepares to pass the reins to the next dean, Roley reflects on a tenure defined by stewardship, stability and purpose—while looking ahead to what first inspired his career in higher education: teaching and mentoring students.

His legacy will continue to shape Shidler for generations to come.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4tHj9rW

This story was originally published fall/winter 2025 issue of Shidler Business. By Dani Douglass

05/13/2026

From Tokyo to Hong Kong, the Shidler College of Business was proud to reconnect with alumni, students and friends across Asia during two special Alumni & Friends mixers this spring.

In Tokyo, more than 80 alumni, friends and study abroad students gathered for an especially meaningful evening as Dean Vance Roley made his final visit to Japan as dean following more than two decades of leadership at Shidler. The evening highlighted the strength of our global alumni network and the meaningful connections formed between alumni and current students studying abroad. Mahalo to Daniel Chun, BS ’02, from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines for sharing his insights and journey with our guests.

The College then continued on to Hong Kong, where alumni and friends gathered for another memorable evening of reconnection and celebration. While more intimate in size, the pride, energy and shared Shidler spirit were just as strong.

These gatherings served as a powerful reminder that the Shidler connection extends far beyond Hawai‘i — bringing our community together across industries, generations and continents. Mahalo to everyone who joined us and continues to support our students, programs and global network. We are especially grateful to the alumni and Shidler team members who helped make this trip possible.

We look forward to returning in 2027 — stay tuned for future dates and events!