Pursue your Passion for the Future
At Chaminade University, we tailor our academic programs to your life. You set the course for your journey, and we’ll be with you every step of the way. At Chaminade University, we believe that education drives positive change, broadens perspectives and deepens our understanding of one another. We prepare our students to serve as the future leaders of Hawai’i – inspiring and challenging them to use their minds and hearts to build stronger and more just communities.
#1 Four-Year Graduation Rate in Hawai‘i
Being ranked #1 for Four-Year Graduation Rate in Hawai‘i means our students don’t just start strong—they finish strong. With personalized advising, supportive faculty, and a close-knit community that has your back, students stay on track and graduate on time. That means less stress, lower costs, and the confidence to step into a career or graduate school sooner. It’s more than a ranking—it’s proof that when you’re here, your success is our priority from day one to graduation and beyond.
Academic Schools
Chaminade News & Achievements
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For the Future: Chaminade Students Join Province Assembly
Chaminade University students and recent alumni joined more than 170 members of the Marianist Family this past week in Dayton, Ohio, helping shape conversations about the future of the Marianist […]
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Transforming Data Into Visual Stories
For Zoey Kaneakua ’22, data and creativity are not opposites, they work hand in hand, and her talent contributed to developing the first Hawaii Crime Dashboard. The Hawaii Crime Dashboard […]
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Celebrating the Parish Health Program
Growing up, Nathaniel Leomite ’26 used American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate with his grandparents, who were both deaf. It was a skill that he always appreciated having, but that he never really thought would apply to his chosen career in community and public health. That is, until he volunteered with Chaminade’s Parish Health program […]
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Chaminade Hosted L.E.A.D. With Mary Immersion Experience
With mud between their fingers and toes, students stood at the loʻi patch taking in the fresh air, lush scenery, water, history of the loʻi and the warmth of aloha. They were part of the L.E.A.D with Mary cultural immersion experience which brought students from across the country and Hawaiʻi together in the spirit of […]
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Victoria Hanes: From Mililani to Healthcare Leadership
When Victoria Hanes ’02 arrived at Chaminade University from Mililani as an only child with aspirations of becoming a therapist, she never imagined her path would lead to the executive suite of one of Hawaiʻi Island’s largest healthcare organizations. Today, Hanes is preparing to take on a new role as Chief Executive Officer of the […]
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US ED Under Secretary Nicholas Kent Visits Chaminade
The US Department of Education Under Secretary Nicholas Kent visited Chaminade University this past Tuesday, impressed by the innovations and programs that the University offers as well as the high caliber of instruction. As a first-generation college student and a respected education policy expert with more than two decades of experience, Kent serves as the […]
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Dr. Babington Honored for Leadership, Service
The Pacific and Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) honored Chaminade University President Dr. Lynn Babington on May 19 at its 72nd annual gala at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, presenting her with the Paul S. Bachman Memorial Award. The award recognizes outstanding Hawaiʻi leaders for distinguished contributions to strengthening relations between the United States, Asia and […]
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2026 Golden Pine ‘Apple’ Awards
This year’s Teacher of the Year and Administrator of the Year were announced at the Hawaii Catholic Schools’ Recognition Luncheon, held at Natsunoya Tea House on May 8. The apple has long been a symbol of educators and knowledge. The Golden Apple Awards program was created to honor exceptional individuals dedicated to teaching in Catholic […]
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