Evelyn Mangadlao received the 2026 Presidential Outstanding Service Award

Evelyn Mangadlao is a janitor with Facilities and Campus Operations, assigned to the Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre. In just two years of service, she has made a meaningful impact on the spaces that support performances, classes and daily campus life. Colleagues describe Mangadlao as a dedicated and reliable team member who brings professionalism, humility and quiet strength to her work. She approaches her responsibilities with care, pride and close attention to detail, helping ensure a safe, clean and welcoming environment for faculty, staff and students. Mangadlao recently shared her personal journey and the often-unseen role custodial workers play in sustaining spaces where teaching and performance occur. These conversations inspired the short dance film Beyond the Aloha, highlighting the experiences of Filipino custodial workers and their role in supporting the university’s cultural mission. Mangadlao’s story reflects the essential contributions of those who steward campus spaces and sustain the life of the university community.