Kelly Tolar opened the third location of her island lifestyle boutique at the Ala Moana Center in November. Already a favorite on 麻豆传媒 Island, with locations in Hilo and Waikōloa, Coconut Ave offers resort wear, swimwear and accessories designed for the island lifestyle.
Tolar, a co-owner, earned an associates degree from in 2018 and a bachelor?s degree in from the in 2019.
“I just really had the burning desire to get my bachelor’s degree. I feel like I gained some valuable friendships and also valuable knowledge to take me to where I am today,” Tolar said.
At UH 惭ā苍辞补, the Public Relations Student Society of America and the 麻豆传媒 Student Entrepreneurs Club also provided valuable experiences.
“I gained a unique perspective and a lot of motivation from seeing the interests and ambitions of my fellow members,” she said. “I had an incredible time organizing ways to give back and connect with the community—it was both rewarding and a lot of fun!”
Tolar hopes that current community college students seize their opportunity to continue their education at UH.
“Higher education offers not only valuable knowledge, but also lifelong connections that can shape your future,” she said.
