COE Alumnus Receives Regent’s Medal
William Dressler, who earned his MEd in Educational Technology from the Department of Learning Design…
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We are happy to announce that LTEC PhD student, Sarah Espinoza was awarded a Navy Civilian Service Commendation Medal!
As an Instructional Systems Specialist for the Department of the Navy, MyNavy Career Center, Espinoza provides systems training to Navy and civilian pay and personnel administrators.
“I used nearly every single thing I learned during my time in the program in my government job,” Espinosa said. “I’m very grateful to the LTEC faculty for how often they cheered me on to keep pressing forward toward my goals…”
We are proud of you, Sarah! This medal stands as a testament to your dedication to both your career and academic endeavors!
To read more about Sarah’s story, please visit:
COE Doctoral Student Receives Medal from U.S. Navy - LTEC
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Sarah Espinosa, who is a PhD student in the College of Education Department of Learning Design and Technology (LTEC), was awarded a Navy Civilian Service Commendation Medal. Espinosa also earned a Cer...1 CommentComment on Facebook
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It is our greatest pleasure to announce that LTEC MEd graduate William Dressler, is a Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching recipient!
Dressler is a student success coordinator at Kauaʻi Community College where he teaches first year experience courses. He has also led the UH Urgent Student Relief Fund during the pandemic, which has made him a standout for this recognition.
“William is a great instructor as he helped me navigate through my first year of college.” Dressler’s IS 103 student said.
Mahalo, William for your dedication and leadership in supporting students. You make us proud!
“I feel honored to have my work recognized with this award. I am lucky to be able to play the role that I do helping students realize their dreams.”
To read about his story, please visit:
COE Alumnus Receives Regent’s Medal - LTEC
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William Dressler, who earned his MEd in Educational Technology from the Department of Learning Design and Technology (LTEC), is a Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching recipient. He was awarded ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Dr. Waynele Yu, LTEC PhD Graduate, is one of the three candidates from UH Mānoa College of Education (COE) selected as the 2025 Institute for Teachers of Color (ITOC) fellows. ITOC is a highly selective national leadership development program focused on advancing racial justice in educational contexts.
“The ITOC community has been an instrumental part of my growth as a teacher who works toward racial justice. It has also been a healing place for me to deepen my wellness practices.”
As part of the fellowship, Yu will co-facilitate a workshop called Collective Hope, Healing & Liberation.
Mahalo, Dr. Yu for your continuing efforts in the education field. Your leadership as an ITOC Fellow will bring forth change towards racial justice.
To read more about this story, please visit:
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Congratulations to our LTEC Alumni Pauline Sato for being awarded the 2025 UHM COEAA Distinguished Alumna Award! Mahalo for your dedication in education.
To learn more about Pauline, please visit: go.hawaii.edu/rVs
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Congratulations to the Class of 2025! We are thrilled to celebrate your incredible achievements with great food and even better company.
At the party, we proudly announced the 2025 Burniske Awardees: award winner Meryl Hooker and finalists Yada Ponpittayalert and Alyssa Calasicas. Past LTEC Burniske Award winners—Barth Jr. Baron, Sherrie Uecke, and Sara Brinkley—also shared their heartfelt stories about former LTEC Professor Buddy Burniske, his lasting legacy, and how being a Burniske awardee has positively shaped their professional journeys after graduating from the LTEC MEd Program. Thank you for sharing such inspiring reflections!
To learn more about the Burniske Award, please visit: coe.hawaii.edu/ltec/burniske-award/
Mahalo to everyone who attended or volunteered at the LTEC Graduation Party—this celebration wouldn’t have been the same without each and every one of you.
A special thank you to our dedicated volunteer photographer, Jenica Taylor, as well as our honored guests Penny Burniske and Dr. Curtis Ho, LTEC Faculty Emeritus. We were also privileged to have our PhD graduate, Dr. Jessica Chillingworth, serve as the commencement speaker for the College of Education—thank you for making us proud with your outstanding representation!
We are incredibly proud of you, Class of 2025, for your dedication, perseverance, and remarkable achievements!
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