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Willard Wilson Award
Kenneth Kato, Honolulu’s vice chancellor of administrative services, was honored with the The Willard Wilson Award for Distinguished Service to the University. In his 40-year career, Kato set the standard for exemplary service to the university. His diligent actions ensure the Honolulu campus is well run, safe and meets the needs of students, staff and faculty.
He always volunteers for campus activities and is regularly on campus from sunrise to sunset. Kato has a distinguished record of quality service and is known as someone who willingly goes beyond the call of duty. He takes the initiative to address problems before they occur and is the person to turn to whenever assistance is required to resolve difficult issues.
His colleagues concur that Kato “clearly stands out as one of the best of the best.”
Honolulu Chancellor Michael Rota says that Kato “is a resourceful, dedicated, loyal and personable employee with extensive knowledge and experience in his field of expertise.”
Kato will be recognized for his achievements along with other UH award recipients at the annual Convocation ceremony in the fall.