Alumni News

Cody, who graduated from CTAHR with an Animal Science degree and is a past Ka Hana Poʻokela undergraduate award recipient, is currently pursuing a Master's in Natural Resources and Environmental Management. Her critical data collection for her research project on the migratory patterns of 'o'opu nākea showcases her drive to give back to the community by conserving Hawaiʻi’s stream ecology and preserving native fish. Cody's active roles, serving as a CTAHR Student Ambassador since she was in her sophomore year of her undergraduate studies, as president of the graduate student organization “HI Stream and Ecosystems,” and as a volunteer educating K-12 students through Nā Wai ʻEkolu, showcase her dedication to academia, stewardship, and to make a genuine impact. Congratulations Cody! Thank you for your many years of dedication to the college.

Mililani Isaacs, known by most of us as “Michelle,” has been the PEPS Department Secretary for the past seven years. During this time, she has been excellent in processing paperwork for PEPS with a very high load of work, from grantsmanship to personnel hiring to travel documents to reimbursements. Michelle goes above and beyond to assist staff and faculty overcome challenges PEPS has faced, especially throughout the pandemic. She plays a significant role in ensuring that faculty maintain good standing with grant funding agencies and in keeping critical research projects functioning. Michelle takes pride in PEPS and CTAHR, always willing to volunteer to organize department gatherings to build camaraderie, and oversee security and maintenance issues in the building. She is proactive, proficient, engaging, and a good team-builder.

Every year, the Hawaiʻi Flower and Nursery Association (HFNA) hosts “Wedding Celebrations,” a workshop dedicated to the exquisite work of Hawaiʻi floriculturists. This year, several CTAHR floriculture experts contributed their expertise by sharing their research and knowledge in tropical flowers and foliage with the floriculture community.

Come on down and join the UHM community in celebrating Earth Day at Hale Tuahine on Saturday, April 30^th, 11:00 a.m. Take a relaxing garden tour, explore photography exhibitions, learn how to cook and read nutrition labels – and more! Participants can look forward to enjoying various arts and crafts activities, such as painting, composting, and Ikebana flower arrangement to gain fun, hands-on experiences in food sustainability. 

The UHM Fashion Show is May 1, and you can help support our students by purchasing “Vogue 56” Fashion Show T-shirts and tote bags created by the FDM Fashion Show Production Team. Limited quantities for sale through May 1.