UPCOMING EVENTS
Latest Past Events
How to Be a Remarkable Leader with Guy Kawasaki
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center 1810 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, HonoluluChat with Guy Kawasaki, chief evangelist of Canva! Join Guy Kawasaki as he shares lessons from decades of experience shaping some of the world’s most innovative brands. In this talk, he’ll explore how leadership starts with mindset and grows through community—highlighting the importance of spaces like the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center, where collaboration sparks bold ideas. Whether you're building your career, your network, or your next big idea, this is your chance to learn how to lead with purpose and impact. This event is presented in collaboration with the College of Engineering at UH Mānoa, ThriveHI, CIO Council of Hawaii, [...]
PACE Mixer
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center 1810 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, HonoluluA student event for all UH students to meet other students, make new friends, unwind a bit before finals, and enjoy refreshments. Join us for the last mixer of the year! Connect with fellow UH students, enjoy fun activities, and grab some free food and drinks (while supplies last). Whether you’re looking to make new friends or just unwind before finals, this is the perfect chance to vibe with the PACE community one last time this semester.
Entrepreneurship Live with Ryan Ching, owner of Ry’s Poke Shack
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center 1810 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, HonoluluJoin us for an inspiring session featuring Ryan Ching, founder of Ry’s Poke Shack, a North Shore O‘ahu sensation. About the Event: Join us for an inspiring edition of Entrepreneurship Live featuring Ryan Ching, founder of Ry’s Poke Shack, a North Shore O‘ahu sensation that has redefined poke with bold, made-to-order flavors like Cajun Dynamite and Nightmarcher. Discover how Ryan’s dedication to family, community, and innovative culinary experiences transformed his life and business. Whether you're a foodie, aspiring entrepreneur, or just seeking inspiration, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Speaker Bio: Ryan Ching is the visionary behind [...]
PACE IN THE NEWS
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University of Hawai’i News | May 30, 2025
Nine University of Hawaiʻi faculty members were celebrated for transforming their classrooms through entrepreneurial thinking at a May 16 showcase hosted at the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center. The event marked the culmination of the inaugural season of the EL3vate program, a year-long professional development initiative designed to help faculty integrate experiential learning, entrepreneurship and engineering design into their curricula.
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University of Hawai’i News | May 9, 2025

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phone: (808) 956-5083
fax: (808) 956-5107
email: pace@hawaii.edu

