On June 5, 2026, the University of Hawaiʻi announced the appointment of three new leaders to its senior leadership team following decisions by the Board of Regents. Vassilis Syrmos has been named the chancellor of UH Mānoa, bringing 35 years of experience within the university and a deep understanding of its mission. Noelani Goodyear-Kaʻōpua has been appointed interim director for the System Hawaiʻi Papa O Ke Ao and the UH Mānoa Native Hawaiian Place of Learning Advancement Office, where she will focus on education and community engagement. Additionally, Brad Christ has taken on the role of vice president for information technology and chief information officer, tasked with overseeing technology improvements and cybersecurity initiatives across the university system. President Wendy Hensel expressed enthusiasm for the new appointments, highlighting their potential to advance the university's mission and enhance operations across its 10 campuses.