A delegation of Big Island state lawmakers and University of Hawai‘i at Hilo officials today unveiled a package of approved university initiatives that will significantly boost strategic growth plans.

“This is a huge day for UH Hilo,” said Chancellor Rose Tseng. “With the approval of these projects, we are about to enter an exciting new chapter in the development of this university that we will look back on one day as a landmark event.”

State Rep. Dwight Takamine, finance committee chair, says the initiatives represent the type of expenditures that deliver the most “bang for the buck,” which is critical during tough economic times.

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