anniversary | University of HawaiÊ»i System News /news News from the University of Hawaii Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:10:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 /news/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/cropped-ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµNews512-1-32x32.jpg anniversary | University of HawaiÊ»i System News /news 32 32 28449828 May 2026 anniversaries /news/2026/05/01/may-2026-anniversaries/ Fri, 01 May 2026 18:00:56 +0000 /news/?p=233303 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates May 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates May 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

40 years

Hu, Esther M
Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Inafuku, Derek T
Vice Chancellor, Honolulu CC

30 years

Kumagai, Chrisjames K
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Lozanoff, Scott
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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20 years

Clayton, Cathryn H
Associate Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Imanaka, Teri R
Educational Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Jenkins, Thomas Y F
Building and Grounds Custodian, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ West Oʻahu

Koizumi, Lauren L
Administrative and Fiscal Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Saeki, Lori Ann Y
Librarian, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Taketa, Charmaine Y
Budget Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Ye, Carrie K W
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Andrade-Fujii, Colette
Student Services Specialist, Kapiʻolani CC

Moss, Evelyn M
Human Resources Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Saavedra, Rosary J R
Library Assistant, Honolulu CC

Saito, Jenna L A
Administrative Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Seto, Justin K K
Building Maintenance Worker, Kauaʻi CC

Taniguchi, Kelton R
Lab Manager, Leeward CC

Tavares, Kylie L T
Assistant Extension Agent, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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Performance celebrates labor history, education center’s 50th anniversary /news/2026/04/24/performance-celebrates-clear-50th-anniversary/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:03:49 +0000 /news/?p=233034 Experience one leader's powerful fight for justice and worker empowerment.

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(Photo of the Hilo Massacre from CLEAR‘s Collection.)

The (CLEAR) at the University of Hawaiʻi–West Oʻahu is celebrating a major milestone this year: its 50th anniversary. Established in 1976 by state law, CLEAR has spent the last five decades serving as Hawaiʻi‘s CLEARinghouse for labor education—empowering workers, unions and the general public through advocacy, training and maintaining the state’s award-winning labor history archive.

To commemorate this 50th anniversary and honor International Workers Day on May 1, CLEAR has partnered with the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly (ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµPA), International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 142, International Brotherhood of Electrical Works (IBEW) Local 1186, and the Hawaii Employees Lifeline Program to host a special historical performance.

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Ian Ruskin (Photo credit: Ian Ruskin)

The one-person play, From Wharf Rats to Lords of the Dock, was written and will be performed by actor Ian Ruskin. The performance chronicles the life and times of Australian immigrant Harry Bridges, exploring his pivotal role in empowering workers through the ILWU.

“For 50 years, CLEAR has proudly served as Hawaiʻi’s CLEARinghouse for labor education,” said Dion Dizon, director of CLEAR. “When we teach labor law and history, we connect then and now to remind workers today that the rights and privileges we enjoy as a matter of law were hard fought and won—not freely given. Education with action is what empowers our unions, our teachers and the working people of our state.”

The community is invited to participate in the May 1 celebration through two events:

  • Meet the Artist Gathering: 12–1 p.m. at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ West Oʻahu Library.
  • Live Performance: 5 p.m. at IBEW 1186, 1935 Hau Street, Room 306.

Seating for the events is limited. Those interested in attending are encouraged to .

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April 2026 anniversaries /news/2026/04/02/april-2026-anniversaries/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:00:28 +0000 /news/?p=231638 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates April 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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30 years

Ninomiya, Marsha S
Administrative Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Thompson, Erin N K
Professor, Leeward CC

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20 years

Asiatico, Carolina V
Administrative Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Hawajska-Waters, Anna B
Instructor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Kashigi, Greg K
Educational Specialist, Honolulu CC

Naʻauao, Perri K C
Budget Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Pasternak, Deanna C
System Administrator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Sylva, Leon R
Janitor, Honolulu CC

Yabe, Michael T
Observatory Supervisor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Hamakawa, Summer
Office Assistant, Hawaiʻi CC

Hasegawa, Matthew K
Educational Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Isabel, Keani K
Student Services Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Kamaka, Nathan M
Research Associate, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Kasahara, Brian T
University Security Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Kubo, Kelvin K
Air Conditioning Mechanic, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Pabingwit, Shawna M M
Institutional/Policy Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Peacock, Daniel L
Library Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Quinajon Takara, Rachel A
Educational Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Rucker, Barbara L
Administrative and Fiscal Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Sabado, Mackathy G
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Stanley, Margaret L
Bookstore Manager, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Stenstrom, Nicole N
Instructional and Student Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Takayama, Brandi J E
Office Assistant, Honolulu CC

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Waikīkī Aquarium ‘sea-lebrates’ 122 years with new leadership, visionary exhibits /news/2026/03/18/waikk-aquarium-122-years/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:17:51 +0000 /news/?p=230868 Judy Lemus brings a wealth of experience in marine facility management, research, and education.

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Judy Lemus, interim director of the Waikīkī Aquraium, with Hōʻailona.

The , a beacon of marine education and conservation for over a century, is marking its 122nd anniversary in March. Under the new leadership of Interim Director Judy Lemus, the institution is embarking on a period of revitalization, with innovative exhibits, strategic collaborations, and a continued commitment to the unique aquatic ecosystems of Hawaiʻi and the tropical Pacific.

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Jellyfish at Waikīkī Aquraium.

The aquarium will host a 122nd birthday celebration on March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day kicks off with a community coastal cleanup followed by a suite of family-friendly activities.

A new chapter

Lemus brings a wealth of experience in marine facility management, research, and education. Lemus served for four years as the interim director of the (HIMB) within the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (SOEST) and is currently the interim associate dean for academic affairs in SOEST. Her primary focus at the aquarium is on operational improvements and enhancing the institutionʻs role in education, marine conservation, collaborative research, and community engagement.

“Managing the Waikīkī Aquarium is about more than just animal husbandry; it’s also about our engagement with the public and contribution to conservation of Pacific species, and our role as a public outlet for ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ research,” said Lemus. “As we celebrate 122 years, we are not just honoring our history, but building the systems, facilities, and stories that will carry us through the next century.”

One major accomplishment under her leadership has been the successful return of Hōʻailona, the beloved Hawaiian monk seal, to his refurbished enclosure.

New and upcoming exhibits:

  • The Aquaculture Tank: In partnership with Biota, a local aquaculture company, this exhibit will feature fish and coral raised entirely in aquaculture facilities at the Oceanic Institute and Waikīkī Aquarium. This “no-collection” model highlights sustainable trade and will also showcase 3-D structures from HIMB researcher Josh Madin’s Lab that facilitate coral growth.
  • The Edge of Reef Redesign: Formerly an iconic outdoor exhibit, the Edge of Reef was dismantled to make way for a critical infrastructure project. A redesign is planned for this exhibit with support from ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Foundation, and the Friends of the Waikīkī Aquarium.
  • New Tank for Mullet and More: The large tank that previously featured mullet, a species revered in Hawaiʻi as a staple food and in loko ʻia (Hawaiian fishpond) aquaculture, is being dismantled to make way for a modern habitat. The new enclosure may house mullet and possibly other compatible species such as rays or sea turtles.
  • The aquarium is planning new collaborations with a variety of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ faculty and labs to help bring their work to broader audiences.
  • AZA Accreditation: The aquarium is starting a Pathway Toward Membership program with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the gold standard in accreditation for zoos and aquariums, with the goal of achieving AZA accreditation for Waikīkī Aquarium in about 5 years.

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March 2026 anniversaries /news/2026/03/02/march-2026-anniversaries/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:30:05 +0000 /news/?p=230103 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates March 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates March 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

40 years

Cowie, Antoinette
Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

30 years

Blackstad, Dannette K
Account Clerk, Kauaʻi CC

Gorham, Peter W
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Ishida, Ross J
Network Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yamauchi, Wendy T N
Educational Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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20 years

Caires, Helena F M
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Egan, Leeanne S
Associate Professor, Leeward CC

Kojima, Dina Y
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Oshiro, Tavia A K S
Environmental and Health Safety Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Perry, Anthony J
Educational Specialist, Kauaʻi CC

Soares, Mitchell K
Associate Professor, Hawaiʻi CC

Yoza, Brandon A
Environmental and Health Safety Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Ahn, Hyeong J
Associate Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Fujioka-Sok, Clare J
Assistant Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Imai, Jonathan M
Scientific Instrument Technician, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Lawes, Christina M
Educational Specialist, Windward CC

Lucas, Dyanna H
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Oshiro-Chin, Kortne
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Polgar, Noemi
Assistant Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Quemado, Melvin J K
Security Admin, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Uranaka-Yamashiro, David R
Assistant to Senior Executive, Honolulu CC

Wright, Kyle W
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yamada, Carolynn M
Marketing Specialist, Windward CC

Yoneishi, Nicole M
Research Associate, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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February 2026 anniversaries /news/2026/02/02/february-2026-anniversaries/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:00:49 +0000 /news/?p=228808 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates February 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates February 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

50 years

Ota, Sharon H S
Professor, Honolulu CC

40 years

Cowie, Lennox L
Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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30 years

Caraang, Crizaldrin M
IT Specialist, Leeward CC

Hanson, Mark T
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ West Oʻahu

20 years

Carrillo, Guillermina P
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Freitas, Antoinette L
Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Fujii-Miller, Kilohana E U
Institutional/Policy Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Gong, Qun
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Ho, Shanna M
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Kaufusi, Pakieli H
Assistant Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Lau, William W C
Network Specialist, Honolulu CC

Mock, Noel T L
Bookstore Manager, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Naʻauao, Perri K C
Budget Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Nishida, Susan S
Academic and Student Affairs Program Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Nishie, Cathy S
Office Assistant, Hawaiʻi CC

Unten, Tim T
Administrative Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Eli Jr., Frederick P
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Fernandez, Freddie B
Auxiliary and Facilities Services Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Fowler, Shawnie C K
Operations Coordinator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Honjo, Jill R
Human Resources Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Kawakami, Chad K
Associate Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Komenaka, Richard T
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Kubo, Reid A
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Maingano, Shepherd
Associate Professor, Kapiʻolani CC

McFeeley, Bryson K
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Sunada, Cynthia T
Operations Coordinator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yoshina, Joy S
Institutional/Policy Analyst, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

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January 2026 anniversaries /news/2026/01/05/january-2026-anniversaries/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:45:32 +0000 /news/?p=227695 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates January 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates January 2026 faculty and staff anniversaries.

30 years

Davidson, Elizabeth J
Associate Dean, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Laycock, Steven W
Professor, Leeward CC

Liu, Royd Q Y
IT Manager, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Nakasone, Sharisse A
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yoshioka, Carl T
Registered Engineer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

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Booth, Charles D
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Gasmen, Imelda F
Instructor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Hernandez Jr, Rogelio R
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Head Tennis Coach (Women), ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Hurwitz, Eric L
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Jarrett, Joseph T
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Jun, Soojin
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Kubo, Mark Y
Agricultural Research Technician, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Latner, Janet D
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Lau, Wilson W S
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Li, Yiqing
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Makanui Jr, Bernard H
Building Maintenance Worker, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Ott, Sandra L
Assistant Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Takasugi, Fumiko
Professor, Honolulu CC

Toma, Sandee N
Administrative and Fiscal Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yuan, Sarah C W
Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Borling, Kumalani P K
University Security Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Bruno, Michael
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Castillo, Jose D
Building Maintenance Worker, Kauaʻi CC

Collier, Eric S
Educational Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Darrah, Jennifer
Associate Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Dudoit Jr, Theodore
Carpenter, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Gazan, Leah R
Instructor, Kapiʻolani CC

Grove, Nicole S
Associate Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Grube, Talon L S
University Security Officer, Hawaiʻi CC

Haggerty, Natalie K
Assistant Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Johnson, Darrell
University Security Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ West Oʻahu

Kantar, Michael B
Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Kaohu, Zachery G L
Janitor, Honolulu CC

Kim, Yujin
Educational Specialist, Kapiʻolani CC

Liao, Pei-Chin L
Immigration Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Miller, Lisa J
Associate Professor, Kapiʻolani CC

Millett, Eve N F
Assistant Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Mu, Xiaoxin
Assistant Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Nii, Robert T
Assistant Professor, Kauaʻi CC

Pakele, Lee T
Administrative and Fiscal Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Rajagopalan, Krishnakumar
Assistant Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Sakakibara, Yurie
Office Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Sasaki, Davin Y
Technology Transfer Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Shiroma, Amy L
Assistant Professor, Kapiʻolani CC

Stevens, David J
Assistant Professor, Kapiʻolani CC

Tran, Thanh V T
Administrative Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Ueki, Scott J
Janitor, Kapiʻolani CC

Watanabe, Brenda I T
Assistant Professor, Hawaiʻi CC

Yanuaria, Christopher D
Student Services Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

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PCATT at 25: Training Hawaiʻi’s next tech generation /news/2025/12/08/pcatt-at-25/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:00:19 +0000 /news/?p=226403 PCATT trained tech talent for a quarter-century, and is embracing AI's future.

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PCATT students and instructor Monir Hodges, third from left.

The (PCATT), a consortium of the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges, has made a significant impact on local workforce development, with more than 16,524 students served through more than 1,816 classes since 2020. This demonstrates the center’s crucial role in providing advanced technology training across the region as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Core offerings, including certifications in networking, computer programming, software development, cloud computing, and cyber security, remain strong and continually updated. PCATT is also the sole Hawaiʻi-based sponsor offering a state-verified registered apprenticeship in information technology, providing a vital “earn-while-you-learn” pathway for residents to upskill.

Technology education leader

More than two decades after starting up PCATT remains a leader in providing high-quality, industry-relevant technology education, equipping local professionals with skills for high-demand careers. PCATT also operates a Cisco Networking Academy Support Center and Instructor Training Center for the Central Pacific (including Hawaiʻi, Guam, American Samoa, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia and Fiji).

PCATT continues to expand into cutting-edge fields, including a new AI for workforce pathway with training in generative AI and machine learning. This forward-looking approach will be highlighted at the PCATT Summit 2026: AI for Action and Impact in June 2026.

Director Dan Doerger said, “For 25 years, PCATT has helped shape ±á²¹·É²¹¾±ʻ¾±â€™s technology workforce—and with its continued innovation and partnerships, the next 25 promise to be even more transformative.”

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December 2025 anniversaries /news/2025/12/01/december-2025-anniversaries/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:00:11 +0000 /news/?p=226149 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates December 2025 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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40 years

Inoshita, Denise M
Legal Secretary, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

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Aguiran, Wayne Y
Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Arriba, Melissa B
Admissions Specialist, Leeward CC

Butler, Rhett G
Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Chun, Steven C T
System Administrator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Duran, Bradley L C
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Ho, Shanna M
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Hsiao, Ya-Wen
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Inouchi, Michele M K
Administrative Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Knapman, Lucinda
Assistant Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Oshiro, Carol T
Program Manager, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Shohet, Ralph V
Professor ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Takamatsu, Reid A
Student Services Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

10 years

Chow, Sharene K
Administrative Fiscal Support Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Jarneski, Royden J
University Security Officer, Hawaiʻi CC

Matsu, Cami Lyn T
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Meyer, Manulani J
Associate Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ West Oʻahu

Murashige, Ward T
Agricultural Research Tech, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Nuesca Franco, Allyson
Student Services Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Pacheco, Rennette K
Administrative Assistant, Hawaiʻi CC

Pokipala, Christopher J
Associate Professor, Leeward CC

Poy, Jean E K B
Public Information Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Sy, Angela U
Associate Professor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Uyeda, Richard I
System Administrator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Yaplag, Michael C
Building and Grounds Custodian, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

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November 2025 anniversaries /news/2025/11/03/november-2025-anniversaries/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:00:54 +0000 /news/?p=224294 The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates November 2025 faculty and staff anniversaries.

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The University of Hawaiʻi celebrates November 2025 faculty and staff anniversaries.

40 years

Kamiya, Kathleen C
Administrative Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Murakami, Ricky R
Power Mower Operator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Williams, Gwen E
Professor, Leeward CC

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30 years

Sheriff, Richard C
Auxiliary and Facilities Services Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Tani, Jacqueline N
Operations Coordinator, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

20 years

Franklin, Erik C
Associate Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Fukui, Junko
Administrative Assistant, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Judd, Robert K
Groundskeeper, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Macuno Jr, Francisco P
Air Conditioning Mechanic, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Nakama, Kelli S
Student Services Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Nakoa, Michaelyn N
Assistant to the Senior Executive, Kapiʻolani CC

Radovich, Theodore J
Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Remigio, Ronald
Auxiliary and Facilities Services Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Sabagala, Misty N
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Yamane, Aaron M
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Zane, Christopher K M
Network Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

10 years

Allen, Ryan M
Janitor, Windward CC

Atwood, Brianne M
Administrative Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Baldos, Orville C
Associate Researcher, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Bali, Rhunoel C
Janitor, Leeward CC

Berce, James A
Janitor, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Maui College

Brown, Hillary A M
Academic Support Specialist, Honolulu CC

DePonte, Jeffrey K
Videographer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Fichtman, Stanford
Program Specialist, Kapiʻolani CC

Furuto Jr, Gordon T
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System

Gray, Sidney L
Electrician, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Hirayama, Iris H M
Fiscal Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Larican Jr., Oscar C
Account Clerk, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hilo

Postmus Jr., Jeremy S
University Security Officer, Leeward CC

Teruya, Kristi Anne E
Instructor, Honolulu CC

Tran, Richard
IT Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Upano, Alicia M
Publications Specialist, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

Viloria, Marlon P
University Security Officer, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ²ÑÄå²Ô´Ç²¹

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