Antarctic expeditioner/student joins UH Board of Regents
An Honors student at UH Mānoa, Gee is pursuing an international business and finance double major, with a minor in political science.
An Honors student at UH Mānoa, Gee is pursuing an international business and finance double major, with a minor in political science.
The appointment was officially approved by the Board of Regents at its May 21 meeting.
Freitas is a distinguished labor leader with more than 20 years of expertise in organizational leadership and workforce advocacy.
“The Board of Regents is grateful for her leadership and performance. She exceeded our expectations and we look forward to continued progress together.”
President Hensel highlighted a new scholarship for community college transfer students, provided an update on the UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ chancellor search and more.
The strategy aims to create a more cohesive and effective university that better serves students and the state.
UH will honor kumu hula Robert Cazimero for his lifelong contributions to Hawaiian culture, music and education.
Hensel noted that the university is having productive conversations with legislators and recognizes the challenges they face in balancing many urgent needs for Âé¶¹´«Ã½¡¯s people this year.
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ State Senate.
The regent will serve a five-year appointment beginning July 1, 2026, subject to confirmation by the state Senate.