UH Manoa School of Travel Industry Management

Sailing into the archives as we count down to 60 years of TIM⛵

This week’s photo shows Sheraton executive secretaries enjoying a well-deserved sail and picnic during Secretaries Week. It’s a glimpse into the people, partnerships and hospitality spirit that have helped shape TIM’s story over the past six decades.

Stay tuned for more TIM 60 memories! 🌺

Congratulations to TIM School lecturer Wesley Fong, who was recently appointed by Governor Josh Green to serve as a commissioner on the new Hawaiʻi Sister State and International Partnership Commission.

Established by the Senate in 2025, the five-member commission will review, evaluate and initiate international agreements that support the state’s economic, cultural, diplomatic and educational interests.

Wesley will serve as the governor’s nominee alongside commissioners appointed by the Senate president, speaker of the House, East-West Center and Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

Congratulations, Wesley, on this meaningful appointment and for representing the TIM School in work that supports Hawaiʻi’s global partnerships.

Friendly reminder to register for the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association Alumni Networking Mixer at Aya Golf Lounge.

Join us for an evening of networking, pupus, one drink and friendly competition with fellow Shidler alumni. Guests will also have complimentary access to the golf simulator until 7 p.m.

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

Tickets are $70. RSVP by Friday, June 19.

Register here: shidler.hawaii.edu/annualmeeting

From the archives: 1998 ✨

We believe this moment is from one of our TIM Nights, a special tradition that brought students, alumni, faculty and industry leaders together to celebrate the School of Travel Industry Management.

Nearly three decades later, we’re still proud of the connections, memories and hospitality spirit that continue to define our TIM ʻohana.🌈

Getting carried away by TIM✨

From classroom memories to industry experiences, the TIM School has spent the last 60 years inspiring generations of students to explore hospitality, tourism and transportation in Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Tune in for more memories to come🌺

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

✨Congratulations to Eric Yeaman, BBA ’89, on being selected by the state Probate Court as the newest member of the Board of Trustees for Kamehameha Schools.

Eric will fill the vacancy created following the close of Robert K.W.H. Nobriga’s term and brings more than three decades of executive and board leadership experience across Hawaiʻi’s financial services, telecommunications, energy, healthcare, real estate and investment sectors.

A Hall of Honor inductee and current Shidler Advisory Council member, Eric is also the founder and managing partner of Hoku Capital LLC, a firm focused on strategic advisory services and investments in Hawaiʻi-based companies and national private equity and real estate funds.

We are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and the continued impact of our alumni leaders in Hawaiʻi and beyond. 🌺

Back to 1993 ✨

A reminder that while styles and campuses may change over the years, the spirit of the Shidler community remains the same: connection, collaboration and lifelong memories.

Mahalo to all the students, alumni and supporters who continue to be part of our story. Stay tuned for more Throwback Thursdays to come! 🌴

Proud to see Dr. Jerry Agrusa, professor of Travel Industry Management at the Shidler College of Business, featured on HI Now Daily’s “Faculty on the Move” series.

With 25 years of research in hospitality and tourism management across more than 25 countries, Dr. Agrusa shared insights on the future of sustainable tourism in Hawai‘i and the growing importance of cultural intelligence in the visitor industry.

His research highlights how Hawai‘i can continue evolving beyond sun, sea and sand by embracing sustainability, while also preparing hospitality professionals to better serve a diverse global visitor base.
Mahalo to HI Now Daily and the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly for spotlighting the important work of UH faculty and the impact of TIM research on Hawai‘i’s future.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4wIjAnR

UH Professor Jerry Agrusa and UHPA’s Christian Fern on sustainable tourism and Hawaii’s faculty UH Professor Jerry Agrusa and UHPA's Christian Fern discuss sustainable tourism, cultural intelligence and the vital role of Hawaii's faculty.

🌺 Our students recently had the opportunity to attend the Travel Weekly Hawaii Leadership Forum as part of Hawaiʻi Travel Week, where they connected with industry professionals and gained insight into the evolving future of tourism and hospitality.

Hosted by Destination Marketing Hawaii, the forum brought together leaders from across the travel industry to discuss global travel trends, collaboration and the future of Hawaiʻi tourism. Students had the chance to learn directly from professionals representing airlines, hotels, tourism organizations and hospitality brands.

Experiences like this help bridge the classroom and industry, giving our students valuable exposure to the people, conversations and ideas shaping the future of travel. ✈️🌴