Awards & Scholarships
POLS Department Awards and Scholarships
Titunik Distinguished Research Paper Award
In memory of the late Dr. Regina F. Titunik’s contributions to the Political Science Department and the UH Hilo community, and her focus on improving the writing skills of students, each year, the author of one distinguished research paper receives this honor with a certificate and small cash award.
We congratulate Tani K. Hoke as our 2023-2024 Titunik Award Winner.
Castberg Award for Outstanding Graduating Senior
In honor of the late Dr. Rick A. Castberg’s contributions to the Political Science Department, UH Hilo, and the broader community, each year, one distinguished graduating senior receives this recognition with a small cash award and certificate.
We congratulate Leoshina M. Kariha as our 2023-2024 Castberg Award Winner.
Willard D. Keim Memorial Scholarship
In honor of the late Dr. Willard D. Keim, who taught and inspired students at UH Hilo from 1976 to 1992, this scholarship endowment has been established by his family to award annual scholarships to outstanding Political Science majors who have a record of excellent academic, school, and community activities.
We congratulate Amaya T. Hirata as our 2023-2024 Keim Scholarship Winner.
Department of Political Science Academic Achievement Awards
Each year, the Department of Political Science recognizes its majors who have had an outstanding year of academic achievements.
We congratulate Baylee Goeas-Galdeira and Kawai Smith as our 2023-2024 Department of Political Science Achievement Academic Award Winners.
