In this Issue
4 NEWSMAKERS
A space tech center for UH Hilo, Kaua‘i high-schoolers in nursing training with Leeward CC, new performing arts academic programs, equity in UH esports, and ballroom dancing at UH Mānoa.
6 Q&A
Jaimi Farinas sends aloha across the country with Hawai‘i Lei Stand, the company she launched with her husband Reece.
8 UPDATE
One vibrant university. Ten growing campuses. So much to celebrate.
9 CONCLUDING A THRILL-OGY
Chris McKinney completes his Water City Trilogy and looks to his next adventure.
10 MAUI TOGETHER
UH Maui College opens its doors and heart to its island community in difficult times.
13 RISING TO NEW HEIGHTS
UH alum’s sculpture comes home to inspire innovation and entrepreneurship.
14 WALL DRESSED UP
Murals on UH campuses tell stories of joy, learning, community.
18 STAGES OF GROWTH
Windward CC is home to the Hawai‘i Conservatory of Performing Arts, Hawai‘i’s first professional acting conservatory.
19 TEEN MEDICAL STUDENT
A college graduate at 15 and JABSOM student at 16, Ryan Nguyen has an early start on a medical career.
20 HALL IN THE FAMILY
Rainbow Wahine legends Robyn Ah Mow and Heather Bown are enshrined in USA Volleyball’s Hall of Fame.
23 SOUNDS OF THE SEA
Hawaiian monk seal project examines the endangered species’ vocalizations.
24 (COOKIN’ ON) THE DOCK OF THE BAY
Jason Peel’s award-winning Nami Kaze restaurant showcases “what Hawai‘i has to offer.”
28 MILESTONES
Leianne Pedro is the first Native Hawaiian to become president of Pacific Business News; Cole Brauer is the first American woman to sail around the world alone.
30 WHAT’S MY JOB
Lissa Tsutsumi’s joy as an assistant professor of applied agricultural sciences is helping students discover their purposes in life.
34 ALUMNI CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Putting our college degrees to the test.
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ON THE COVER
On Sep. 1, 2023, during the statewide day of remembrance called “Kipuni Aloha no Maui,” a vigil was held at UH Maui College.
Photo credit: Aaron K. Yoshino, Courtesy of UH Maui College
