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2003 Regents' Medal for Excellence in Teaching

Awarded by the Board of Regents, the teaching excellence medal pays tribute to faculty members for their extraordinary level of subject mastery and scholarship, teaching effectiveness and creativity and personal values beneficial to students.

David Alethea
David Alethea
West O‘ahu
Mary Alexander
Mary Alexander
Kaua‘i
Linus Chao
Linus Chao
Hawai‘i
John Conner
John Conner
Leeward
Nelda Quensell
Nelda Quensell
Kapi‘olani
Lee Stein
Lee Stein
Maui

Excellence in Teaching

Linus Chao

Linus Chao

Linus Chao is a professor of art at Hawai‘i Community College. He has been recognized with many honors over the years, including being named a "Living Legend" in 1997 by the County of Hawai‘i for his "ability to illuminate the reality that lies behind all art and share these insights with us."

Chao has given generously of his talents and knowledge in a wide range of areas. Recognized both locally and internationally, this consummate artist and teacher leads a variety of classes, including those on Chinese culture, photography, silk screening, drawing and painting. Chao also presented numerous workshops around the world.

Word of his nomination drew glowing testimonials attesting to his teaching effectiveness and the impact he has made. One student writes, "He is my mentor and role model. He lives life fully and with gusto. His paints and brushes are his toys. He has such a refreshing outlook on life and it is contagious."

Chao is a true treasure of the art realm and is someone who enjoys working and living on the Big Island.