The Student Activity and Program Fee Board is made up of dedicated and driven students who are proud to support activities for the student body of UH Mānoa. We strive to represent the students of our Mānoa, William S. Richardson School of Law, and John A. Burns School of Medicine campuses. We encourage student participation in the variety of events planned throughout the academic year.
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Kara Kanetis, Chairperson
Major: Astrophysics
Sagan Kurose, Treasurer
Major: Political Science
Bio: I was born and raised here on O‘ahu. Some of my hobbies include reading, painting, and baking. After graduating, I hope to go to law school.
Fun Fact: I have an extreme fear of snakes.
Jaret KC Leong, Faculty/APT Member
Major: BA in Business Administration, Master in Public Administration (MPA), and currently a PhD student in Communication & Information Sciences (CIS)
Bio: Mr. Leong was born and raised in Oʻahu and attended Saint Louis (SLS) High School. He has been at the University of Hawaiʻi for over 23+ years as a student (HonCC, KapCC, LCC, UHWO, and UHM), student assistant at the UHM College of Education, RCUH project staff for CRDG, program manager for the CRDG Summer Programs, academic advisor/program manager/course instructor for the Public Administration Program, and currently the Director of Mānoa Academy and Academic Pathways for the UHM College of Social Sciences (CSS).
Fun Fact: I love gaming, especially playing Fortnite (with my son and brother-in-law).
Angie Hamilton-Lowe, Board Member
Major: MA, Public Communication, Fordham University (’04); BA, Communication Depauw University (’00)
Bio: Angie grew up in central Indiana and studied media at DePauw University, where she met her husband. After careers in New York and Los Angeles, including 17 years with NPR and recognition with an Edward R. Murrow Award and a Gracie Award, Angie became a certified trauma-informed yoga facilitator. In 2021, her husband’s work brought them to Oʻahu, where they embraced the local community. Angie is grateful to support the programs within the School of Communication and Information.
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Chassidy Sakamoto, Board Member
Major: MS TIM (23′); Ph.D Candidate, Business Administration with a concentration in TIM
Bio: I am born and raised on Maui. My hobbies include spending time with my family and going to the beach. I recieved my MS in Travel Industry Management in May 2023 and I am currently working on my Ph.D in Business Administration with a concentration in TIM
Fun Fact: I like to craft!
Hannah Shor, Graduate Board Member
Major: Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences
Bio: Hannah is a second year Master’s student (soon to be PhD student).
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Matthew Fujioka, Board Member
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Bio: I was born and raised in Pearl City, O’ahu. My interests encompass hiking, tennis, and kayaking. Looking ahead, my aspirations involve pursuing a career as an engineer for a prominent robotics or aeronautical company on the mainland.
Fun Fact: I prefer eating pizza crust first.
Emma Burnkrant, Board Member
Major: Sociology and Psychology
Bio: Emma was raised in Littleton, Colorado. She is currently pursuing a BA in Sociology and Psychology. After graduating, she is considering working towards a masters degree in Criminology. She is interested in social cognition, but is still exploring other fields of psychology.
Fun Fact: Emma enjoys going to the gym, practicing taekwondo, and watching TV.
Sylvaine Ou, Alternate Board Member
Major: Psychology
Minor: Sociology
Bio: Hello! I am an international student from Hong Kong. I enjoy hanging out with friends and eating good food! I hope to pursue a career in clinical psychology in the future!
Fun Fact: I have an irrational fear of bugs.
Karina Okubo, Alternative Board Member
Major: Electrical Engineering
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Fun Fact: Karina is hoping to add Japanese as a minor as well!
Steffanie Sobitz, Graduate Board Member
Major: Alternative Futures, Law and Policy, Political Theory
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