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This resolution requests the University of Hawaii Community Colleges, including the University of Hawaii Maui College, to develop a comprehensive list of academic programs that closely match local job opportunities and industry needs. Recognizing that the state's economic vitality depends on a skilled workforce, the resolution aims to help community colleges better align their educational offerings with regional economic drivers in sectors such as tourism, hospitality, agriculture, marine research, renewable energy, and healthcare. The colleges are specifically asked to evaluate their regional economic strengths, collaborate with local industry leaders, and design programs using current labor market data. By creating these targeted academic pathways, the resolution seeks to benefit students by improving their employability, support local employers by producing job-ready graduates, and contribute to the overall economic growth of Hawaii. The resolution will be officially communicated to key University of Hawaii leadership, including the University President, Vice President for Community Colleges, and the Maui College Chancellor.

Education, Labor and Employment

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HR&billnumber=189&year=2025