Right Where You Want to Be
Steps From Campus, Miles From Ordinary
Live on the UH Mānoa campus and stay connected to everything Honolulu has to offer.
Our Location
On-Campus Living, Off-the-Charts Convenience
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center puts you at the heart of it all - right on the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa campus. Getting to class, meeting up with friends, or joining campus events has never been easier. Say goodbye to long commutes and hello to convenience.
But it’s more than just location - Honolulu is your extended campus. From hiking at Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa State Wayside, to grabbing poke at local favorites, to shopping at Ala Moana Center, the best of island living is right outside your door.
Living at RISE means you’ll be part of the Mānoa and Honolulu experience from day one.
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center
Discover Your Potential
The minute you enter Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center, you’ll know this is no ordinary student housing.
You’ll find a unique innovation center with community spaces to make the most of your college experience, from the state-of-the-art co-working spaces and maker spaces to the community kitchens and lounge areas.
Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center is about making connections - connections that help you grow and achieve, and connections that help you relax and enjoy.
What’s Waiting for You
From study lounges to rooftop hangouts, RISE blends comfort and convenience with spaces designed to help you focus, connect, and recharge.
Island Brew Coffeehouse On-Site
Grab your favorite coffee or snack without leaving the building.
Ideation & Prototyping Labs
Bring your ideas to life with creative spaces built for innovation and hands-on learning.
Co-Working Spaces
Work side-by-side with fellow students in open, flexible environments that spark collaboration.
Community Kitchens
Cook, connect, and share meals in fully equipped kitchen spaces.
Outdoor Deck with Dining & Grills
Take in the views while enjoying dinner, group hangouts, or weekend BBQs.
Immediate Access to Public Transit
Hop on the bus and be anywhere on the island in minutes.