REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII COMMUNITY COLLEGES, INCLUDING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII MAUI COLLEGE, TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF BACHELOR'S, ASSOCIATE, CERTIFICATE, AND OTHER EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAMS OR PATHWAYS THAT DIRECTLY ALIGN WITH JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND INDUSTRY NEEDS WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE REGION OF SERVICE.

HCR 196 is a non-binding resolution requesting the University of Hawaii Community Colleges (including UH Maui College) to create a detailed list of existing degree programs - such as bachelor's, associate, and certificate programs - that directly match regional job opportunities in key industries like tourism, agriculture, marine research, renewable energy, and healthcare. The colleges are asked to collaborate with local industry leaders and use current labor market data to align programs with each region's specific economic needs. This resolution does not mandate changes but encourages the colleges to evaluate and update their offerings based on regional workforce demands. The request applies specifically to UH Community Colleges' programs within their service areas.