ABOUT US
| Jon Goss Director  |
Hello. I’m Jon Goss, Director of the Honors Program. I became Director in August of 2006, so I am rather new to the position. It is a steep learning curve, but I am enjoying the challenge. And I am especially enjoying meeting the wonderful students in the Honors Program! When not in the Honors office, I am probably teaching or meeting graduate students in my home department of Geography where I specialize in cultural geography, urban geography, and Southeast Asia. And when I am not at work, I will likely be playing soccer or playing with my children, Anise (7) and Cassia (2). I also like to grow fruits and vegetables, take photographs, and body-board. |
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Paige Wilmeth
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Hi everyone! My name is Paige Wilmeth, and I am the academic advisor for the Honors program, as well as for the Army and Air Force ROTC programs. I was an Honors undergraduate at UHM, graduating with my BA in English in 1994. I returned to complete my MA in English with a focus on Creative Writing and most recently earned an MEd in Educational Administration with an emphasis on Higher Education. Professionally, I have been an academic advisor since 2000, specializing in working with first-year students and training peer mentors/leaders. Personally, I love to read, am passionate about health and fitness, and prefer to spend my weekends at the beach with my awesome family that includes four kids (ages 7, 9, 11 and 14) and a kooky dog. I love to be around people, so please stop by and see me! |
| AJ Duxbury
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Aloha! I’m AJ and the Honors Program Office Manager. I’m a graduate student pursuing my Masters in American Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Diversity Studies. I come most recently from managing residence halls at Oberlin College and attaining my Bachelors in Creative Writing at the University of Arizona before that. I’m thoroughly enjoying living in Hawaiʻi - studying on the beach in the middle of winter is highly overlooked by the mainland population. I’ve also taken to hiking and look forward to learning how to surf. Feel free to come say ‘Aloha,’ we love having students drop by the office! |
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Kelsie Oba
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Hey, I'm Kelsie Oba and I am currently a Sophomore and I hope to major in nursing. Working in the Honors Program has made me more knowledgeable about their curriculum and how things run. In my free time, when I'm not studying or working I like to play tennis, listen to music, go to the beach, and just relax. :) |
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Erica Wang
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Hi, I'm Erica Wang. I am currently a first-year pre-med student. I am the Honors Office Student Assistant, working alongside Kelsie. When I'm not working or studying, I enjoy listening to music, reading, and spending time with friends. |
