Whether you are finishing high school or some form of higher education, graduation is an enormous accomplishment in a student's journey. Four years of dedication and discipline is finally being ...

At commencement time, new graduates don their decorated caps and gowns, waving diplomas as they smile for photos. But many graduates also wear lei — made from flowers, candies, or ribbons around their ...

After countless years at her craft, Nellie Lua’s fingers have found a rhythm. The 68-year-old jabs a needle through the bottom of each carnation blossom and tugs the frilly flower along the thread. In ...

Veteran graduation lei-makers Francine Cabacungan (from right), Randi Kaowili, William Kailuakini, Davida Kina and Julie Rodrigues prepare their stand Friday afternoon for a busy weekend at Hoaloha ...

Midvale, Utah — (KUTV) It's graduation week for Utah high school seniors. In Hawaiian culture, it's the perfect occasion for showering loved ones with leis. While Utah has a large population of ...