In memoriam: John J. Stephan, emeritus professor of history and expert on Russia’s role in Asia, died Aug 12, 2026. A faculty member from 1970 to 2001, Stephan authored seminal works, including Sakhalin: A History, and supported library collections ➡️ https://t.co/4c47CSIsLK
Dr. George Akita, UHM History Professor Emeritus, passed away on March 25, 2026. It was just a month before his 100th birthday. He was such a dedicated scholar of Japanese history and helped me so much. RIP https://t.co/L0kVvXh3yD
Kīlauea Update
Episode 42 of lava fountaining at Halemaʻumaʻu began at 1:50 PM HST, Feb 15 and is ongoing.
🌋 Two fountains near 1000 ft (300 m) high
🌫 Plume reaching 35,000 ft above sea level.
Winds may carry volcanic gases and material SW near ground & E aloft.
No ashfall reported.
#Kilauea #Volcano #Hawaii
This is the first annual “Japan Studies Librarianship Practicum” job posting. If you’re interested in a career in Japanese Studies Librarianship, please apply!
.@CGJapanHNL honored @UHM_CJS and the Way of Tea Club with the Consul General’s Commendation for advancing Japan-Hawaiʻi relations and cultural understanding ➡️ https://t.co/JDrNdnuXWr