• Upgrade the UHH observational astronomy curriculum to an appropriate level

  • Increase the level of understanding and acceptance of astronomy, space science, technology, and research; in contemporary Native Hawaiian society

  • Enhance the role of astronomy in pre-college education in Hawai'i

  • Encourage minority students to seek higher education and careers in astronomy and related fields

  • Enhance professional development of UHH astronomy faculty and preprofessional training of UHH astronomy students

  • Increase scientific literacy in astronomy and related fields