RESIDENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM
WHAT IS THE RESIDENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM?
Imagine a community of like-minded college students, living and thriving together. The Residential Learning Program provides extensive engagement opportunities to incoming freshmen for the entire first year of the college experience.
Picture yourself engaging in activities with other College of Natural Sciences students. Connect with faculty and staff outside the classroom and immerse yourself in exciting extracurricular experiences. Enjoy the convenience of being surrounded by students taking similar coursework for added academic support through your first year.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY TO THE PROGRAM?
ANY INCOMING FRESHMAN is eligible to apply to the Residential Learning Program, as long as they are a declared major within the College of Natural Sciences.
College of Natural Sciences majors include:
・Astronomy
・Astrophysics
・Biology
・Biochemistry
・Botany
・Chemistry
・Computer Science
・Information & Computer Sciences
・Marine Biology
・Mathematics
・Microbiology
・Molecular Cell Biology
・Physics
To become a part of our ‘ohana, apply for student housing, and be sure to select Natural Sciences Residential Learning Program on your application. Applications are due in early May.
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MOVE-IN DAY CELEBRATION
Meet your fellow RLP members, as well as faculty members from the College of Natural Sciences who you will be working with for the next year.
BIG ISLAND TRIP
Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the Big Island of Hawai‘i! This once-in-a-lifetime trip, held every November, offers students the unique opportunity to explore the island’s stunning natural wonders while learning about the interdisciplinary nature of science in an unforgettable Hawai‘i context.
Past trips have included incredible experiences such as:
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park: Witness the power of active volcanoes firsthand.
Maunaloa Hike: Trek the majestic slopes of one of the world’s most massive volcanoes.
Kaumana Caves: Venture underground to explore the mysterious lava tubes.
Maunakea Telescopes: Tour world-class observatories and marvel at the night sky like never before.
All activities are led by the expert faculty of the College of Natural Sciences, ensuring an educational experience that blends adventure, learning, and the beauty of the Big Island. Please note, this trip has limited availability, and sign-ups will take place during move-in. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of science, nature, and discovery. Apply today and make memories that will last a lifetime!
PAST EVENTS
MOKU O LO‘E (Coconut Island)
We visited the famous Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology, also known as "Coconut Island." HIMB conducts multi-disciplinary research and education in all aspects of tropical marine biology as they continue to be a world leader in research. We got to tour their facilities, meet their researchers, and snorkel along their reefs.
PALEHUA-PALIKEA HIKE
Palehua-Palikea is a restricted hike that is not open to the public. We were fortunate enough to be able to tour this trail with a lot of indigenous flora and fauna through the guidance of our Department of Botany faculty.
LYON ARBORETUM
During our trip, we explored the Lyon Arboretum, a public botanical garden and part of the University of Hawai‘i, nestled in the back of Mānoa Valley just five miles from Waikiki. With over seven miles of hiking trails and more than 6,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, it offered a unique opportunity to learn about conservation and biodiversity in this lush, educational environment.