Shidler College of Business

Congratulations to new Shidler graduate Rae Angelic Fajardo, who recently earned her Master of Science in Marketing Management after first joining Shidler as a Freshman Direct Admit student in 2021.

Rae earned her BBA in Marketing with a minor in Ilokano in 2024 and continued her Shidler journey through the MSMM program, building lifelong friendships, professional connections and meaningful mentorship along the way.

“Shidler gave me more than just an education. It gave me lifelong friendships, professional connections, mentors and experiences that helped me grow both personally and professionally,” Rae shared.

One of her most memorable moments was being recognized with the 2025 Special Student in the MSMM Business Night Award, an honor she said reminded her that “hard work and perseverance truly pay off.”

“To my family, friends, professors, faculty, scholarship donors and everyone who supported and believed in me, thank you from the bottom of my heart,” she said.

Mahalo, Rae, for sharing your Shidler journey with us. We are so proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see where your next chapter takes you.

As Rae says, “smile bright always!”

Friendly reminder to register for the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association Alumni Networking Mixer at Aya Golf Lounge.

Join us for an evening of networking, pupus, one drink and friendly competition with fellow Shidler alumni. Guests will also have complimentary access to the golf simulator until 7 p.m.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
Aya Golf Lounge
641 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 1

Tickets are $70. RSVP by Friday, June 19.

Register here: shidler.hawaii.edu/annualmeeting

What started as a $1,000 gift in 1978 has grown into nearly five decades of hands-on learning for Shidler students.

That year, Henry Clark, an executive at Castle & Cooke, donated $1,000 to the Financial Management Association, Shidler’s finance club, to give students real-world experience in equity investing.

Today, his legacy continues to make an impact. This January, FMA’s student-managed stock portfolio reached an impressive milestone with a one-year return of 47%, far outpacing the S&P 500 and many professional investors.

Thanks to Clark’s foresight, generations of Shidler students have gained valuable investing experience and developed strong financial skills. To further expand on that vision, FMA awarded merit-based scholarships in 2025 to help students launch their own investment portfolios. The scholarships were donated by Benjamin Bystrom, FMA’s faculty advisor.

Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients: Mason Pritts, Zion Ah You, Ayla Alameida, Kaui Keaunui, Cameron Bodner and Olivia Zaruba.

We are grateful for Henry Clark’s lasting legacy and Benjamin Bystrom’s continued support in creating opportunities that help shape future finance leaders.

Congratulations to Erick Huang, BBA ’25, on passing the CPA exam!

A recent Shidler College of Business graduate, Erick credits Shidler with helping him grow both professionally and personally through student organizations, networking events and the friendships he built along the way.

“Shidler is a great school to develop professionally and personally,” he shared. “I made lifelong friends through Shidler clubs and student organizations and expanded my network through the networking events Shidler and its student organizations provide.”

His advice to current students is to take advantage of every opportunity: attend networking events, get involved in student organizations and enjoy the college experience.

Congratulations again, Erick. We are proud to celebrate this exciting milestone with you!

After 21 years of visionary leadership, the Shidler College of Business invites our alumni, faculty, staff, students and business community to join us for a special farewell celebration honoring Dean V. Vance Roley.

Dean Roley’s lasting impact on Shidler can be seen across the College, in our students, alumni, faculty, programs and the many partnerships he helped strengthen throughout Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Please join us as we celebrate his remarkable legacy and say mahalo for more than two decades of dedicated service.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
5–7:30 p.m.
Eddie & Elaine Flores, Jr. Courtyard
Shidler College of Business

Complimentary attendance. Prior RSVP is required for light pupus and beverages.

RSVP by June 24:
https://bit.ly/3RLz8r9

Join the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association for an evening of networking, connection and friendly competition at the Alumni Networking Mixer.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy pupus and one drink, and take advantage of complimentary golf simulator access at Aya Golf Lounge. The evening will also include a short program for board members and officer installations.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
Aya Golf Lounge
641 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 1

Early bird pricing is $55 through May 29 and ends tonight at 11:59 p.m. Tickets are $70 after May 29.

RSVP by Monday, June 8: https://bit.ly/43DtutK

Congratulations to Chia Yun “Mercy” Cheng, BBA ’26, who graduated this past Saturday from the Shidler College of Business with a degree in marketing.

Originally from Taiwan, Mercy’s journey at UH Mānoa has been one of growth, confidence and leadership. Through her involvement as a New Rainbow Warrior peer leader and with the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship, where she served as a PACE Leader and student director for the Entrepreneurship Live program, Mercy found community while helping others do the same.

As she begins her next chapter, Mercy plans to remain in Hawaiʻi and pursue a career in marketing.

We are proud to celebrate Mercy and the many ways she represents the spirit of Shidler: curious, driven and ready to lead.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/49eZqba

The Shidler College of Business recently celebrated its 65th annual Business Night, a longstanding tradition recognizing student achievement, mentorship and the strong partnerships between the college and Hawaiʻi’s business community.

This year’s event welcomed more than 500 students, alumni, mentors and industry leaders and awarded over $122,000 in sponsored scholarships and recognitions to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students.

Centered around the theme “First Spark: Igniting Potential,” the evening highlighted the transformative impact of mentorship and the importance of investing in the next generation of business leaders.

Mahalo to the many sponsors, alumni and community partners whose continued support helps create meaningful opportunities for Shidler students.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3QPyFDY

Photo album from our Flickr: https://bit.ly/4dhANgt

$122K awarded as Shidler marks 65th Business Night celebrating students, mentors | The Shidler College of Business This story was originally posted on May 8 on UH News.The Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa hosted its 65th annual Business Night on May 7, at the Sheraton Waikiki. The signature event brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening ...

Congratulations to Ofeck Hazan on earning the NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award for the 2026 National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Championship! 🌈🏐

A finance major at the Shidler College of Business with a perfect 4.0 GPA, Hazan was recognized for achieving excellence both in the classroom and on the court — representing the very best of what it means to be a student-athlete.

The sophomore middle blocker becomes just the second Rainbow Warrior men’s volleyball player to receive the honor and the latest example of the incredible dedication, discipline and leadership demonstrated by our Shidler students.

We’re proud to celebrate Ofeck’s achievement and all he continues to accomplish at the Shidler College of Business and the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics.

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3PAy8Fz

Hazan Honored With NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award - University of Hawai'i at Manoa Athletics HONOLULU — University of Hawai'i sophomore Ofeck Hazan was named the recipient of the NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete award for the 2026 National Collegiate Men's Volleyball Championship.

A big congratulations to our newest Shidler alumni, Amy Ma, who graduates with her MBA this Saturday! 🎉🎓
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