Beverly Nanihau Kua - UH Hilo Spring 2021 Commencement Celebration Graduate

Enjoying the beautiful weather with Bay Front in the background.

Patiently waiting for other members of my group to arrive.

Mahalo to my HCC and UH Hilo Instructors who made it possible for me to reach this milestone. During the most challenging times of my academic journey, it was the patience, concern, and understanding, expressed by all of you that helped alleviate the weight of those struggles. I appreciate each and every one of you.

A special Mahalo to Dr. Marilyn Brown for your encouraging words and your heartfelt concern. I DID IT, I GRADUATED!!! I have never personally met you, but I will never forget you!
Thank you again, to everyone in the Communication and Sociology Departments. YOU ALL ROCK!

Great big hugs to my Bestie, Noreen. You were my ROCK girl. It was such an honor to have classes with you once again. Soon, it will be your turn...keep trucking girl! Love you!

Much mahalo to my Kua Ohana for your love and support throughout my academic journey.
To my loving daughter, Krissy Brigoli and the apple of Gamma eye, my Grand-baby Mya Isabella. I would not have made it if it weren't for you two. You both were the light that led me to the finish line. You both were my "why," my reason for WANTING to be a better me. Love you both from the depths of my soul.
My Maimai and Kaikster...thank you thank you thank you. I appreciate you both so much for encouraging and believing in me. Maile, thanks for letting me tap into your wifi to participate in my Zoom classes. Kaika, thanks for the beverages and laughs when I was stressing writing essays.
To Ke Akua. Mahalo for being there to save me each and everytime I needed saving.
I LOVE EACH AND. EVERY ONE OF YOU!

Mahalo nui loa Robert Brigoli Jr, my partner for the past 30 years. Wow, can you believe it??? We did it! It wasn't a perfectly smooth road, but we trekked it together and crossed the finish line. Thank you for all your support and PATIENCE. Love you, Babe!
Last but not least, I thank and acknowledge the greatest teachers in my life, my Mom and my Dad. Though they are not here physically, they are always with me in spirit. God is amazing and His timing is absolutely perfect for Mother's Day starts off my final week at UH Hilo and it ends when I receive my diploma on May 15, which is my Daddy's birthday. So, I will honor them when I receive my diploma and I share this accomplishment with them. I appreciate the values and life's lessons that you have taught me. I love & miss you both!