Waipahu High School alum dives into UH marine research
Sean Michael Valencia Monte joined the Global Environmental Sciences program to transform his passion for microbial research into a career in environmental conservation.
Sean Michael Valencia Monte joined the Global Environmental Sciences program to transform his passion for microbial research into a career in environmental conservation.
Lauryn Hansen is focusing on coastal marine resource management related to contaminants of emerging concern, such as forever chemicals, pesticides and microplastics.
Kade Jacang rediscovered his long-held interest in fish and environmental science.
Tyra Arends studied thermally resilient coral and its restoration efforts.
Ian Chung explored how weather and population density influence microplastic deposition across Oʻahu.
Maya Singh is graduating from UH Mānoa with a degree in environmental science and a mission to protect coastal ecosystems.
Chen expects to graduate in the spring of 2027 and hopes to pursue graduate school, and then ultimately her dream position as a biologist at NOAA.
During the summer, the traveling students were housed at the CDF research station, where they conducted their research projects focused on island invasion biology.
Global Environmental Science student Malia Martin is merging her love and respect for place, care for community, and passion for science.
UH Mānoa student Makenna Kinsler crowned Miss Hawaiʻi Volunteer 2024.