Robotics Competition
Student robotics teams compete in creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
📍 Multipurpose Ballroom (Bldg C)
Onizuka Day of Exploration
Hawaii's largest and most exciting family-friendly STEM event — hosted by Scouting America, Aloha Council in partnership with UH West Oʻahu.
Aloha & welcome
The Onizuka Day of Exploration
A FREE public STEM event featuring 100+ interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, and hands-on activities for students, families, and the community — robotics, coding, sustainability, Hawaiian culture, career exploration, live science demos, outdoor challenges, and more across campus.
📍 University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu
91-1001 Farrington Hwy, Kapolei, HI 96707
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Day-of schedule
Event timeline
How the morning unfolds across campus.
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8:00 AM
Helicopter Landing
📍 Main Field (weather permitting)
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8:20 AM
Parade of Flags
📍 Courtyard
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8:30 AM
Opening Ceremony
📍 Courtyard near Library
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9:00 AM
STEM Booths Open
📍 Great Lawn, Courtyard, Bldg A & C Lanai
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10:00 AM
Astronaut Talk
📍 Academy for Creative Media Auditorium
Don't miss
Featured all-day activities
NOAA 45ft Inflatable Whale & Planetarium
Walk through a 45-foot humpback whale, then explore the stars in a mobile dome theater.
📍 Library
Chess Tournament
The Big Kahuna Chess Tournament — all participants receive ribbons; finalists take trophies.
📍 Bldg C Upper Stairwell
Mando Mercs Cosplay Characters
Meet Star Wars characters and take photos throughout the day.
📍 Roaming
Know before you go
🎖️ Scout participation: All Scouts report by 8:10 AM · wear Class A uniform · bring troop/unit flags · be prepared to join the Parade of Flags.
🧑🤝🧑 Accessibility & parking: ADA accessible, family-friendly environment · most activities on flat, walkable terrain · free on-site parking · arrive early for best access and morning events.
✅ Quick tips: Arrive early for the helicopter landing · bring water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes · plan time to explore multiple activity areas across campus.