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Fall Commencement
Exercises December 17, 2011
Ua Ao Hawai‘iWords by Larry Kimura Chant melody by Kalena Silva
Kau e ka wena o ke ao i ka laniThe announcement of dawn appears as a glowing streak
upon the heavens,
He wekeweke i ka pö pilipukaIt is a narrow opening in the darkness heralding the day,
He ‘elele o ka poniponi hikinaIt is a messenger of purple glimmer from the east.
Kau ke kähe‘a wana‘ao i ka ‘äla‘apapaStreaks of red stain long cloud formations,
La‘i ana i luna o ke kükulu o ka lani läReposing serenely upon the pillars holding up the heavens;
‘O ka‘u ia e huli alo nei i ka ulu ëI turn to gaze upon this, focusing on growth and the rising of
a new day,
‘Ae, ua ao ë.Yes, day has arrived.
Hö mai lä kö mälamalamaBestow upon us your radiant light
I ka honua nei i ka mauli olaHere upon the earth, filled with the spirit of life.
Ua ao Hawai‘i ke ‘ölino neiHawai‘i is in the brightness of day, it shines, brilliant
Mai ka pi‘ina a ka welona a ka läFrom its boundaries from the east to the west.
Kähiko ‘ia i ka ‘ike manomanoIt wears as its finery a myriad of knowledge,
Ka ‘ike köli‘u mai o kikilo maiOf deep insight from the depths of antiquity.
‘O ka‘u nö ia ‘o ka pülamaMy sole duty is to embrace and to cherish,
A pa‘a ma ka ipu o ka ‘ike ë.So it may be firm in the repositories of enlightenment.
‘Ae, ua ao ë.Yes, day has arrived.
He mele no Hawai‘i ua ao.This is a poem for Hawai‘i which has seen the light of day.
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
2011 Fall Commencement ProgramNew Gymnasium - Athletic Complex • 9:00 a.m., Saturday, December 17, 2011
PreludeKea‘au High School Band
Mr. William Sever, Band Director
GreetingsJudith Fox-Goldstein ...............................................................................................Commencement Committee Chair
ProcessionalPomp and Circumstance. .................................................................................................... Kea‘au High School Band Eldgar/Grundman Mr. William Sever, Band Director
SalutationsWelcome .....................................................................Dr. Donald Straney, Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
Ua Ao Hawai‘i ....................................................................................................Dr. Kalena Silva, Faculty & Students Kimura/Silva Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikölani College of Hawaiian Language
The Star Spangled Banner .................................................................................................................. Mrs. Terry Sever Smith/Key
Introductions ...............................................................Dr. Donald Straney, Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
Greetings ..........................................................................................................................................Dr. James GainesVice President of Research, University of Hawai‘i
Recognition .................................................................Dr. Donald Straney, Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
Student Address“Ua Ao Nöweo ‘Ula: A New Day Has Emerged” ......................................................................Mr. Clinton K.V. Tavai Candidate, Bachelor of Arts, Communications & Hawaiian Studies
Keynote Address“The Piko of the World” ..........................................................................................................................Mr. Rob Iopa
President & Principal, WCIT Architecture
Presenting the CandidatesDr. Kenith Simmons ..............................................................................Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Bachelor DegreesDr. Donald Straney ......................................................................................Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
Dr. James Gaines ............................................................................Vice President of Research, University of Hawai‘i
Regent Barry Mizuno ...................................................................................... University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents
Dr. William Steiner ........................................................................................................Dean, College of Agriculture, Forestry & Natural Resource Management
Dr. Randy Hirokawa ................................................................................................ Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Harry Hennessey .........................................................................Interim Dean, College of Business & Economics
Dr. Kalena Silva ...............................................................................................Director, Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikölani College of Hawaiian Language
Certificate in Teacher EducationDr. Jan Zulich .....................................................................................................................Program Chair, Education College of Arts & Sciences
Master DegreesDr. Jan Zulich .....................................................................................................................Program Chair, Education College of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Donald Price ............................................................................. Program Chair, Tropical Conservation Biology & Environmental Science
Doctoral DegreeDr. Kalena Silva ...............................................................................................Director, Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikölani College of Hawaiian Language
Hawai‘i Pono‘i Hawai‘i Pono‘ï .........................................................................................................................................Kapili Choir Berger/Kaläkaua
AcknowledgmentsDr. Donald Straney ......................................................................................Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
RecessionalTriumphal March from Aida ............................................................................................... Kea‘au High School Band Verdi/Bullock Mr. William Sever, Band Director
This document is available in alternate format upon request.
This facility is wheelchair accessible, and sign language interpreters are located to the left of the stage.
Keynote AddressRobert K. Iopa, the Big Island-born architect who designed the College of Hawaiian Language
and College of Pharmacy Buildings at UH Hilo will give the keynote address at this year’s fall
commencement.Iopa currently serves as president and principal of WCIT Architecture on O‘ahu,
a start-up group he founded in 2000. Specializing in planning, entitlements and design, Iopa
maintains a lead role in all of the firm’s projects and heads the design effort for over a dozen projects
in Hawai‘i. His design for the College of Pharmacy Building was recently featured in Honolulu
Magazine, while his plans for the College of Hawaiian Language Building captured the “2010
American Institute of Architects (AIA) Honolulu Design Award,” in the category of “Commissioned
Work to be Built.” Both projects reflect his philosophical approach, which strives to create uniquely
special places and environments rooted in the Hawaiian way of life and sustainability.
Other current work includes the International Marketplace, the Princess Kaiulani Hotel
Redevelopment, and master planning efforts for the Turtle Bay Resort, Makena and Hanalei
Plantations. His notable completed projects include the Westin Ka‘anapali Ocean, Honua Kai
and Royal Lahaina Resorts; Ritz Carlton Kapalua Bay Club & Residence and Royal Hawaiian Hotel
historic renovation.
In addition to Hawai‘i, Iopa has led and participated in the development of projects throughout Asia,
South America and the South Pacific. His work has earned him numerous awards and recognition,
including being named one of Hawai‘i’s brightest young leaders (40 under 40) by Pacific Business
News, one of the State’s most Influential Leaders for the Next Twenty-Five Years (25 for the next 25)
by Hawai‘i Business Magazine and the 2008 SBA Business Person of the Year for the City and County
of Honolulu.
Student AddressClinton K.V. Tavai, affectionately known as “Kahökü,” represents the graduating class as student
speaker. Tavai has maintained a 3.28 GPA majoring in Hawaiian Studies and Communication.
Tavai’s campus and community service activities reflect his values rooted in the Hawaiian culture
and language, which he credits with helping him grow extensively as a humble individual. He
participated in the restoration of the Hale O Lono fishpond in Keaukaha, along with the UH Hilo
Hawaiian Club/Kipuka Mala and Waipi‘o clean-ups, and assisted the Kamehameha Schools Teacher
Induction Program and Kele Kanahele: Master Ni‘ihau shell maker.
His commencement speech, to be delivered in both Hawaiian and English, will entail a brief history
of the Hawaiian language and cultural struggles from which he will draw a parallel to his own
personal trials and college as a whole.
A Message From The Alumni Association PresidentDear Fall 2011 Graduates,
Congratulations! On behalf of the University of Hawaii at Hilo Alumni and Friends Association, I want to commend you on this important academic achievement. You have successfully accomplished a major milestone in your life, and we hope this will only be the beginning of your lifelong journey toward becoming the best you can be. As you reflect back on the knowledge you have acquired and your personal and academic experiences, please always remember that not only have you received a quality education, but you have also in many ways left your mark on our beautiful campus and institution.
As you leave this campus and pursue other endeavors, whether graduate school, immediate employment or other post-graduate experiences, we hope that you will stay connected to this university through membership in the University of Hawaii at Hilo Alumni and Friends Association. Your success is our success, and we want to hear about your future accomplishments and also solicit your on going input and feedback that will help us continue to grow and prosper in the years ahead.
Despite the uncertainty that is affecting the current job market, you are armed with a degree from a prestigious university that is sure to open doors and lead to many exciting opportunities for you in the years ahead. Your professors and other mentors are proud of your achievements, and join with us in wishing you good health, happiness and continued success in whatever direction you choose for your future.
Best wishes & Aloha,
Carol A. VanCampPresident, UH Hilo Alumni & Friends Association
Candidates for Graduation
Master of Science - College of Arts & Sciences
Jeffrey Paul LyonHawaiian & Indigenous Language & Literature
Hiapokeikikane Kichie Perreira Hawaiian & Indigenous Language & Culture Revitalization
Doctor of Philosophy - Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikolani
Master of Education - College of Arts & Sciences
Christina Rose CornettTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Robyn Julia DeBenedet Tropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Julian Todd DendyTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Seamus Patrick EhrhardTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Kainana Sachi FranciscoTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Melissa Anne JohnsonTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Thomas Elisha JonesTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Seth William JudgeTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Tony James KovachTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Keenan Robert MorrisonTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Andrea Joy Moss Tropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Colin Coleman Phifer Tropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Douglas Edward PowlessTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Abelardo Antonio Rojas UmanaTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Narissa SpiesTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Sierra Marie TobiasonTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Shauna Kehaunani Tom Tropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Karen UyTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Andrew Justin WalshTropical Conservation Biology & Environmental
Science
Myongshin BolemaLai Sha Lehua BugadoDominique Rose Del ChiaroLauren Kaalohiomaunakea DiamondHope Pualani McKeen EhrhornTimothy Colin FitzpatrickDyani Rei FujitaJohn Kai Tong Hu
Samantha Tasha KapskyBobbie Lee Kainoa LafaeleMark Edwin MacInnisStormi Anne MaroteDavid MullinCristi Michie NiimiKerry Chieko Kaneko OgawaMalia Leilani Kai Panglao
Ian Kaleookalani PilagoSarah Ahulani PolloiLayne Kahinuonalani RichardsRichard Thomas RichardsonRandi Akemi SaplanMegan-Bernelle L SilvaCarmen Mahealani StackJill Lei Fumiyo Tung-Loong
Kara Megan DavisCounseling Psychology
Master of Arts - College of Arts & SciencesNatalia Kupriyanova
Counseling PsychologyRex Kaniele Like
Counseling Psychology
Master of Arts - Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikolani
College of Arts & Sciences
Bachelor of Arts
* Honors Candidate
College of Agriculture, Forestry & Natural Resource Management
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Academic Subject Certificate
Rebecca Marie Baumsteiger *Winona Joyce CoelhoHope Vini HelgMandy Yuri Horimoto
Melissa Rose JohnsonLeimomi H KekoaJustice James LeeKirk Kawehiwehi Shiraki
Mei Toguchi TimberlakeLucas Natkin Tyree *Alexander Wong
Hope Vini HelgPlant Tissue Culture
Melissa Rose JohnsonPlant Tissue Culture
Mei Toguchi TimberlakePlant Tissue Culture
Alexander WongPlant Tissue Culture
Shayna Kekamaokalani Adviento Psychology
Charlene Elizabeth Afu Political Science
Dennis James Aguiar Geography
Rosie Ah Chee Administration of Justice
Hilton K. Aki Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Golanda P Albert Communication
Jacqueline Suzanne Alvarez-Martinez Geology
Kirsta Leolani Andrew *Biology
Albert L Avegalio Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Renee C Bautista Sociology
Jennan R Beers Art
Aaron Dale Behm Biology
Daniel Andrew Berke * Physics
Patrick Edward Bida Geology
Tabetha A Block Geography
Morgan Ariel Bonney Anthropology
Frank C. K Borden History
Briana McKinley Boyce Administration of Justice
Eden Brown Political Science
Hunter Gregory Bunting History
Nathan TA Burt Sociology
Bria Lani Callaway *Anthropology & Performing Arts
Mara Hokuala Hartley Cameron Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Cherie Haunani Caravalho History
Joao Baptista daCruz Cardoso *Geography
Kela J Caspillo Psychology
Mary Alice Chapman Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Eun Hae Choi Performing Arts
Megan Reba Christopher Psychology
Kelli Ann Foong Chei N Chun Biology
Heather P Cloud *Communication & Performing Arts
Joshua Howard Conneran History
Sara Elizabeth Conyers Anthroplogy
Shannon Marie Costa Liberal Studies
Blake Crosby Marine Science
Lorilee Leialoha Damaso Sociology
Linda K de Souza Art
Chanderlynn G.K. Dedrick Sociology
Mable Rigur Defan Geography
Linda Antoinette DeGuair Psychology
Contenia Hope Dixon Sociology
Kimberly Drake Communication
Lynne Whitney Du Pont Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Dominique Renee Easter-Green Psychology
Roselynn Joyce Ebinger Psychology
Joselito Lito Enovejas Psychology & Sociology
Saundra Marie Flores Art
Haunani Hazlen Hope Ford *Sociology
Bachelor of Arts
* Honors Candidate + Chancellor’s Scholar ♦ Regent Scholar
Jes Michael Foster *Psychology
Monika Meilani Frazier *Biology
Elina Yuda Fred Communication
Kevyn Akira Fujii Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Kylee Leialoha Furukado Communication
William Brian Gavigan Psychology
Matthew Thomas Greenway Mathematics
Lara Marie Harton Psychology & Administration of Justice
Christine Ferreira Hijirida Communication
Jessica Ann Ho Art
Ali Elyse Hollingsworth Communication
Alden Hiroji Horimoto Japanese Studies
Jessica Elaine Hughes Marine Science
Cristina Noel Hussey Performing Arts
Leon A. Huynh Sociology
Michealene M.M. Iaukea-Lum Physics
Micah E. Inoue Psychology
Tristan Lyndee Iranon-EstrellaArt
Kurt Kanekoa Y Irvine Communication
Florelynn Ann Ito Psychology
Kelsey Yoshie Kauluwehiokauanoe Iyo Psychology
Leenette Kealani Kealoha Psychology
Krystal Miyuki Noelani Kekauoha Psychology
Marie Fabienne Kerby Communication
Martin Elias Kerr Environmental Studies
Devon Megumi Kikukawa *Communication
Caley Shannon Kilcorse Performing Arts
Obet Kilon Administration of Justice
Kayce Taryn Kirihara Communication
Mia Michele Langer English
Wendy J. Laros *Psychology
Danelle Kaleiokalani Leite Math
Michael Trevor A Leslie Sociology
Ian Henry Loeffler Art
Desiree Kelani Magallanes Psychology
Amanda-Sue Mahina Mahuka Psychology
Darcy Kealaka‘i Makanui-Souza Communication
Annalee B Manalo Communication
Krista Malia Marten *Psychology
Sara Otsuru Masaki Sociology
Joseph Edward Medeiros *Administration of Justice
Ashley Ann G Mejia Sociology
Rodolfo Joseph Mendoza Political Science
Ivan Antonio Mercado Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Shane Arthur Messick Natural Science
Logan Rene Montenegro Administration of Justice & Psychology
Erik Moore Physics
Brit Barry Kahukoo Morifuji Anthropology
Kaeo Gerius Kamalama Moses Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Kate Leeguyad Mulalap *Marine Science
Dora Bardon Musrasrik Math
Chiemi Siobhan Nagle +Geography
Dena Yukimi Nakahashi Art
Andriana Sarah Nansen Anthropology
Jill Ann Mari Nishida Linguistics
John Kanekehikili Nishimura Art
Toni Annette O’Connell Psychology
Ethann Makana Oki Political Science
Jodie Natsuko Okimoto Communication
Jordyn Mariko Onaga Communication
Lara Kikuchiyo Oshiro Psychology
Sheldon Otsuka Communication
Mikah KJ Pada Sociology
Kelly Curtis Parker *Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Pohai H Patterson * ♦
Geography
David Allen Penttila Geography
Sofia Romana Perez Communication
Stephanie Annette Perius Psychology
Erika Marie Phillips Administration of Justice
Justin C. Pierce Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Cassondra Kanoelani Pira Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Courtney Keopuolani M Poai Sociology
Elizabeth Keala Polido Administration of Justice
Brandon Joseph Price Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Chelae Lehuanani Primacio Sociology
Fay Maedlelyne Valido Queja Biology
Jennifer Corpuz Ramelb Sociology
Golan Remmen Psychology
Samuel Robin Resendez Administration of Justice
Crystal Gene Richard English
Shea Justin Rodrigues Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Kathleen Akalalokelani Rodriguez Communication
David Brian Rose Anthropology
Toru Sakakura Geography
Kelsey May Sanborn Marine Science
Teal Lani Sargent Psychology
Christopher Vincent Sasan Philosophy
Kayla Marlene Sauafea Political Science & Administration of Justice
* Honors Candidate
Certificate in Teacher Education
Academic Subject Certificate
Daniel Andrew Berke *Astronomy
Jordan G Cacatian Computer Science
Kimberly Emig *Astronomy
Monika Meilani Frazier *Marine Science
Matthew Thomas Greenway Computer Science
Adam McguireNursing
Dane Elliott KaylorGeology
Kevin K. OharaComputer Science
Elizabeth QuilinquinAstronomy
Nicholas SagumEnvironmental Science
Kaitlyn Rose SebergerMarine Science
Ayako SudaMarine Science
Alvin Andres ViernesEnvironmental Science
Caree Jean Weisz *Environmental Science
Jordan G Cacatian Data Base Management
Jennifer Jean CamachoE-Commerce, Technology, & Business
Joao Baptista daCruz CardosoPlanning
Matthew Thomas Greenway Data Base Management
Jessica Ann HoE-Commerce, Technology, & Business
Danelle Kaleiokalani LeiteEducational Studies
Andriana Sarah NansenPacific Island Studies
Jennifer Lynn Nelson Marine Options
Jodie Natsuko OkimotoEducational Studies
Nicole Tulai PenfieldE-Commerce, Technology, & Business
Crystal Gene Richard Teaching English as a Second Language
Kelsey May SanbornMarine Options
Danielle Elizabeth Silver Marine Options
Natasha Paige Sostrom E-Commercie, Technology & Business
Robert D Strohl Marine Options
Alvin Andres ViernesPlanning
Richard Wei Pacific Island Studies
Alexander Jordan Taylor WhitePlanning
Bachelor of ArtsMichael Leonard Schuffler
English
Renee M Scofield *Psychology
Joshua Royce Siefman Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences
Nathan Charles Smith Communication
Natasha Paige Sostrom Communication
Megan Lee Stoltzfus Psychology
Lilian Storino Art
Lauryl Kaelin Sumner *Japanese Studies & Administration of Justice
Martha-Ann E Suttle Sociology
Abigail Uila Talifa Administration of Justice
Kevin Masanobu Tamura Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Bachelor of Science
Clinton K Tavai Communication
Amanda Marie Tellez Psychology
Laura Keiko Thompson Psychology & Sociology
Megan Thrall Psychology
Mary-Vic Helgenberger Tihpen Administration of Justice
Felip Tran Chemistry
Ann Nicole Uland Natural Science
Gerardo Urtuzuastigui Political Science
Cade A.T. Uyetake Communication
Ian Michael Van Cleave Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Alvin Andres Viernes Natural Science
Richard Wei *Administration of Justice & History
Caree Jean Weisz *Marine Science
Alexander Jordan Taylor White Environmental Studies
Myriellie Maribbay Wagan Psychology
Aaron Wiggins Geology
Zachary Scott Wilde Administration of Justice & Communication
Samantha Joanne Wilkins Psychology
Kohei Yamazaki Natural Science
Evan Ryder Zulich Communication
Shelly R. BoswellSecondary Education
Barbara DaltonSecondary Education
Jenette Louise FosterSecondary Education
Richard Owen JohnsonSecondary Education
Jodi Lynn Kaehukai KalaweElementary Education
Sherilyne Mahealani LenSecondary Education
Marylou Lorraine MeekElementary Education
Rosanne K. RicciSecondary Education
Evelyn ZayasSecondary Education
Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikōlani College of Hawaiian Language & Literature
Bachelor of Arts
Academic Subject Certificate
* Honors Candidate + Chancellor’s Scholar ♦ Regent Scholar
Koleka Noe‘ulaokalani HaiaKahuawaiola Indigenous Teacher Education
Victoria Mahealani LonoKahuawaiola Indigenous Teacher Education
Kawanalaaloha Leialoha KaweloBasic Hawaiian Culture
Certificate in Teacher Education
Audwin Koa AiwohiJordan Bartel Hooley
Palikkun Nena KilafwasruMellyanna Ramon Langinmes
Yoshihiro Matsue Joseph Miles O'Connell
Doring D. Aiaj Accounting & Business Administration
Neil BesikoBusiness Administration
Niel S CabicoBusiness Administration
Jennifer Jean Camacho Business Administration & Accounting
Javelin T Carvalho Business Administration
Go Eto Business Administration
Justin Kainoaaloha Faford Business Administration
Elina Yuda Fred Accounting
Ltelatk Harriet Fritz Business Administration
Daniel F Hartong Business Administration
Vanessa Alysha Houle Business Administration
Kelsey K Kalua Business Administration
Travis Yugoro Kuwahara Business Administration
Terry Kuy Accounting
Glen Frank Mason Accounting
Cara Kimiko Mitsuka Business Administration
Morina Mook Business Administration
Scott Noboru Nozaki Business Administration
Joseph Miles O'ConnellBusiness Administration
Mariko Okamura Business Administration
Nicole Tulai Penfield Business Administration
Gaylyn Joy Respicio Business Administration
Amanda Christine Richardson +
Business Administration
Alysia Renee Salvador Business Administration
Yoshiaki SuzukiAccounting
Stephanie Kaori Tadaki Accounting
Wakako Tani Business Administration
Rachael Noelle Thornquist Business Administration
Ayako Yamaguchi Business Administration
Meilani Kai Yarmola Business Administration
Brian Kenji Yoshida Business Administration
Nicole K. Bezilla Hawaiian Studies
Lewyllen K. Fragas Hawaiian Studies
Emilia Leianaikamokiha Kaawa Hawaiian Studies
Darin Keli NielsonLinguistics
Pohai H Patterson * ♦
Hawaiian Studies
Nicholas SagumHawaiian Studies
Cyrus Pokii Seto Hawaiian Studies
Clinton K TavaiHawaiian Studies
College of Business & Economics
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Bachelor of Business Administration
Jordyn Mariko OnagaBasic Hawaiian Culture
Honor Societies
Beta Gamma Sigma National Business Association Honor Society
Charlene Afu Vanessa Houle Wakako Tani
Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society of the National Communication Association
Heather Cloud Elina Fred
Pi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society
Jennan Beers Richard Wei
Pi Sigma Alha National Political Science Honor Society
Geraldo Urtuzuastigui
Psi Chi National Psychology Honor Society
Megan Reba Chirstopher
College of Pharmacy
Bachelor of ArtsAdrienne See Wun AuJason Jay BraithwaiteDan Feng CaiAaron C ChunNatalie Grace Codianne *Benjamin R Curry *Quynh Uyen DaoHan Ngoc DuongRobert Duyao EstebanSteven James EvansKen Henry EverlyRovigel Jugos GelviroLisa Mei Hagiwara *Garret Tyler HandTess Elizabeth Hand *Danita Dee HenleyAshley Leiko Hori *
Madelina Ely JimenezBen LaurentDaniel Anthony LupiKela Mano *Michael John MaradikRyan Akio Mashiyama *Holly Noel MiracleErika Mariko Miyahira *Bradley Koichi MiyashiroRoss Atsushi MurakamiNelson Takeshi Nakatsu *Paul Brian NarcisoNgocyen Thi NgoStan Y NikitinWilson Nyagassa NjinuwoCasey Kyoko Ogata *Rochelle Renae Oledzki *
Tehane C K OrnellasMark D ReevesEnoch John Ganir Ronduen *Zachery Lennon RoyerTiffany Pualei SantoreMarisa Nicole SchroederAmber Lynne Schwarz *Meagan SolavaCurtis Thomas StartKeegan K.W.M. SugimotoEugene TalatalaJessica Patti Michiko Toyama *Cody Allen WalkerNicole Suzanne WarnerJennifer Jeanne Zbylski
* Honors Candidate
AcknowledgmentsA warm MAHALO to those whose valuable efforts contributed to the planning of the
2011 Fall Commencement Ceremony:
Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Dr. Kenith Simmons;Secretary to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Ms. Jenny Wakida;
Commencement Committee Chair, Ms. Judith Fox-Goldstein;Commencement Committee, Ms. Mary Ann Tsuchiyama, Ms. Sharay Uemura, and the
UH Hilo Conference Center
Announcers ...................................................................................Ms. Kainoa Ariola, Mr. Kalani Makekau-Whittaker
University Congress ...................................................................................................................... Dr. Bruce Mathews
Faculty Marshals .................................................................................Dr. Amy Gregg, Dr. Sonia Juvik, Dr. Jan Zulich
Ushers ........................................................................ Ms. Mary Ann Tsuchiyama, Ms. Sharay Uemura, Coordinators
Facilities & Décor ...........................................................................................Mr. Kolin Kettleson, Auxiliary Services;UH Hilo Conference Center;
Mr. Kallen Miyataki, Assistant Athletic Director;Mr. Richard Short, UH Hilo Farm Manager
Student Speaker Selection Committee .....................................................................................Ms. Rayna Morel, Chair
Program ........................................................................................................Academic Affairs; Administrative Affairs;Graphic Services; Media Services; Office for Student Affairs; Office of the Chancellor;
UH Hilo Student Association; Office of University Relations
Sign Language Interpreters .............................................................................................Tara Wolf Trujillo, Lynn Pena
Special thanks to:
Hui Ka Ua for kukui nut lei provided for graduation candidates,
Ms. Bridget Awong, Mr. James Cromwell, Mr. Walter Dudoit, Mr. Joseph Estrella,
Ms. Myrtle Hara, Ms. Karla Hayashi, Ms. Marcia Heller, Mr. Ken Hupp, Mr. Craig Mori,
Ms. Gabriele Matull-Worst, Mr. Curtis Nishioka, Ms. Yu Yok Pearring, Mr. Jason Tanaka,
Dr. Robin Takahashi, Ms. Margaret Shiba, Ms. Susan Shirachi, Ms. Janis Shirai,
Mr. Bryan Simmons, and Ms. Susan Yugawa.
Hawai‘i Pono‘iMusic by Henri Berger
Lyrics by David Kaläkaua
Hawai‘i pono‘ï Hawai‘i’s very own, Nänä i kou mö‘ï Look to your sovereign lord, Ka lani ali‘i Yourchiefthatisheaven‐born, Ke ali‘i. Who is your king.
Hui: Makualanië Protectorheaven‐sent, Kamehameha ë Kamehameha great, Na käua e pale To vanquish every foe Me ka ihe. With conquering spear.
Hawai‘i pono‘ï People of Hawai‘i’s land, Nänä i nä ali‘i Look to your native chiefs, Nä pua muli kou Your sole surviving lords, Nä pöki‘i. The nation’s pride.
Hawai‘i pono‘ï People of Hawaiian stock, E ka lähui ë My nation ever dear, ‘O käu hana nui With loins begirt for work E ui ë. Strive with your might.
The Star-Spangled BannerPoem by Francis Scott Key
Music by John Stafford Smith
Oh, say, can you see by the dawn’s early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.
Oh,say,doesthatStar‐SpangledBanneryetwave
O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
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