About Us
The Center for Community-Engagement (CCE) was established in 2018 to support UH Hilo’s mission, “One learns from many sources.” Our goal is to build partnerships between students, faculty, and community-organizations to address authentic issues in order to build a thriving community and stronger educational pathway.
Meet the Team
Julie Mowrer, EdD
Dr. Julie Mowrer spent 12 years of her career in higher education in the classroom, teaching English to students from all over the world, and designing curriculum that maximized the benefits of working with the diverse student population here in Hawaiʻi. In 2013, she became the Director of the English Language Institute at UH Hilo and in 2016 became the Director of the College of Continuing Education & Community Service. This new role ignited an interest in community-engagement, which led her to finish her EdD in Educational Professional Practice at UH Mānoa, with a research focus on community engagement in higher education. Contact
Shania Tamagyoungfal
Born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, and of Yapese descent, Shania is a proud UH Hilo alumni with a passion for access to educational opportunities and engagement within local communities in bridging different knowledge systems to find solutions together. Through the journey of her Master’s degree in Heritage Management, her interest in community engagement deepened as she worked with community leaders and cultural practitioners, learning the significance of relationships in collaboration and capacity building. She is excited to work with our Bonner Leaders and help cultivate connections between our program and our communities.
Neva K. Supe-Roque
With over 30 years in education from PreK to higher ed, she brings deep experience in instructional technology, educational design, and workforce development. Holding a BA from the University of Washington and a Master’s in Instructional Design and Technology from Purdue University, she’s passionate about using innovation to enhance engagement, retention, and student success. As an Instructional Designer at UH Hilo, she supports faculty in building confidence with Lamakū, fostering culturally responsive online learning, and strengthening pilina across campus.