Dr. Hubbard is a Professor in Communicology, and is a valued co-PI on the NSF GETSCI project ($4 million). She has contributed valuable insights on effective science communication across the Country.
Dr. Hubbard has spent her career seeking to understand and improve our communication with others in the classroom, research, and in the community. Amy notes, "I focus on expanding people’s communication repertoire and dispelling myths about what is supposedly good and bad communication."
The response to Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) in Hawaii has been a multi-agency effort involving Federal, State, and County involvement, as well as NGOs and the private sector. This session will provide an overview of the CRB response, our current situation, CTAHR's involvement, and the future in this battle with one of the most impactful invasive species in the Pacific Region.
Michael Melzer: 9:45-10:15 Daniel Jenkins: 10:15-10:30 Zhiqiang Cheng: 10:30-10:45
Participants will engage in and hone their observational skills to identy foliar, soil-borne, and structural pests. Participants will observed insects, fungi, weeds, soil arthropods and nematodes in an effort to provide early identification of invasive species.
Oahu County 4-H Assistant Extension Agent, University of Hawaii at Manoa/CTAHR/4-H
Christine Hanakawa is the Oahu 4-H Assistant Extension Agent of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Christine’s experience includes working with youth, families, and communities through non-formal education and outreach... Read More →
Abstract A hands-on workshop will allow participants to learn to observe. Participants will learn differientiate normal from out of the ordinary. By looking for symptoms and signs of pest presence, participants will become empowered to to identify and report pests. Early identification of pests can protect our urban structures, agricultureal production, and natural areas from pest destruction. Early detection of invasive pests fosters eradiation efforts and reduces the longterm cost of pest management.
This panel session will explore how strengthening faculty involvement in recruitment and advising can increase enrollment and enhance student success. Participants of this session can engage in interactive discussions to develop effective solutions. The panel members are UHM Vice Provost of Enrollment Management, Nikki Chun / Manager of Student Services, Maile Sing / ASAO Recruitment Staff, Mang Gwen Chan / Student (TBD) / Moderated by ASAO Recruitment Staff, Nomi Eloise Ruiz.
Abstract Enrollment challenges continue to impact our academic programs, affecting retention and overall student success. Declining enrollment, shifting students needs and barriers, require effective approaches and resources to ensure student achievement and adequate support. This panel involving the CTAHR Academic and Student Affairs Office will delve into how to create stronger collaboration efforts between faculty, recruitment, academic advisors, and students to enhance enrollment efforts and foster long-term success for CTAHR students. The intended outcome of this panel session is to equip participants with strategies to enhance collaboration efforts, improve student engagement, and strengthen enrollment in CTAHR programs. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how a unified student-centered approach can address issues within enrollment management and contribute to student success.
Join us for discussions on 21st century food and farming leaders, Nutrition, and insights from our Dean's Awards winners in Teaching, Extension, Research, and Mentoring.
Presentation 1 Ted Radovich, "Cultivating the Future: A New Degree for 21st-Century Food and Farming Leaders"
Presentation 1 Description Join us to learn about an innovative, accelerated 3-year Bachelor of Science program in Sustainable Food and Farming Systems, designed to prepare graduates for leadership in modern food and agriculture. This program uniquely integrates hands-on experience, online learning, and entrepreneurial skills development across Hawai’i, equipping students to drive sustainability and innovation in the food and farming sectors.
Presentation 2 Jean Butel will share insights into nutrition and health.
This panel highlights the powerful collaboration between community organizations and university researchers in addressing youth homelessness in Hawai‘i. Through data-driven research, community engagement, and the use of findings to inform program development, panelists will discuss how these partnerships create impactful solutions for this vulnerable population.
I am a sociologist specializing in medical sociology, the demography of aging, and survey methodology. My work involves multidisciplinary research, community needs assessment, program evaluation, and community education, all aimed at creating and translating credible, research-based... Read More →
I am a social worker by training, now specializing in macro level practice related to child and family well-being. My work integrates research and extension activities and focuses on assessing and evaluating the conditions of children and families in Hawai‘i through the use of program... Read More →
Judith Clark, MPH, is the Executive Director of Hawaii Youth Services Network (HYSN), a statewide coalition of youth-serving organizations and a Pacific Islands training and technical assistance center. HYSN is recognized nationally as a leader in efforts to adapt evidence-based... Read More →
Systems Coordinator, Partners in Care - Oahu Continuum
Efren Berrones is the Systems Coordinator at Partners in Care, the Continuum of Care organization responsible for coordinating homeless services on Oahu. In this role, he focuses on identifying service gaps for underserved populations, including individuals involved with the justice... Read More →
Kathleen Gauci is a Project Coordinator at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Center on the Family with a background in educational psychology. She is involved in research that focuses on promoting the well-being of children and families while informing policies and programs that... Read More →
Abstract Youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness face unique challenges, compared to their adult counterparts, in their pathways to stable housing. There are misconceptions about youth homelessness and what service and policy changes are needed for our community to reach functional zero homelessness for youth. Over the years, homeless service providers have partnered with University of Hawai‘i Center on the Family (COF) to better understand the experiences and service needs of homeless and runaway youth through data and research. The Street Youth Survey, conducted in 2016 in partnership with Waikiki Health and Hale Kipa (two leading organizations serving this population), was instrumental in providing a snapshot of youth homelessness on O‘ahu and furthering our understanding of this population’s experiences and service needs. Findings have been used to inform programming for this population. COF is now partnering with the Hawaii Youth Services Network – a statewide coalition of youth-serving organizations – to expand the earlier research and conduct a community needs assessment of homeless youth across the state of Hawai‘i. Community and research panelists will discuss the use of research for data-driven advocacy and program planning, the engagement of youth voices in research and program development, and upcoming research aimed at informing youth homelessness systems improvement.
Solution Rooms are 20 minute presentations, followed by 10 minutes of questions by the audience. In the Solution Room, these topics are useful, practical, and applied topics that may be relevant to peers or stakeholders. Two solution presentations will be presented in an hour slot.
Kathleen O'Dell:Choosing the Right Preschool for Your Child Hallie Cristobal:Finding Sparks through Place-Based Education with Hawaii 4-H’s Camp Kau Kau
CTAHR UH Extension Agent (4H), University of Hawaii
Hallie Cristobal is from the westside of the island of Kauai. She is the Kauai Junior Extension Agent with the University of Hawaii at Manoa at CTAHR. She currently has a Bachelor's in Health Promotion and Nutrition Education, as well as a Masters of Science in Curriculum Design... Read More →
