Ariel Ku'umomimakamae Halemano - UH Hilo Spring 2022 Commencement Celebration Graduate

Congratulations on your hard-earned accomplishments and to all of our graduates!

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Half length photo of Graduate Ariel Halemano in an olive green dress with her gown draped over her shoulder. She is wearing her cap and smiling. This is a nature photo with some greenery and a paved road in the background.

To my family, thank you for always believing in me. You saw my worth and potential before I ever could've. I wouldn't be here today without you guys. I love you all!

To the keiki I've been fortunate enough to teach: continue to strive for your goals no matter what curveballs you face and always carry yourself to a higher standard. Thank you for the fun memories, life lessons, and patience as we navigated learning in the middle of a pandemic together. Aunty Ariel/Ms.H loves you all!

I'd like to dedicate this achievement to my Aunty Sweetie. Thank you for never giving up on my dreams even when I thought they were too big to make a reality.

"Aloha kekahi i kekahi"- To love and care for one another: a motto I try to live my life by everyday and the driving force behind a lot of my goals for this life.

My journey is far from over and I have big plans for this small town. Stay tuned Hawaii!

- Aloha

For my loved ones a little too far from home:

Uncle Vince- Still hoping I'll wake up from this nightmare. We miss you so much. I wish I could've heard your voice in the stands today but I carry you in my heart everywhere I go. RAJAH!!
- Love, Bebeh

Hercules- I miss you buddy! From your constant grumbling to endless energy, thank you for the goofy memories. I love you!

Lexi- It's been 7 years my friend. From a high school diploma to a Masters Degree. I just know you'd be accomplishing greatness right alongside me if you were still here today. I hope I'm making you proud. I love and miss you always.

Anu- I miss you so much. The house is not the same without your crazy barking and back rubs in the grass. I hope you found Hercules on that rainbow bridge. I love you sweet girl.

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The list of degree candidates are tentative and based upon the successful completion of work undertaken. Degree conferral can only be verified by receipt of a diploma or official transcript noting degree completion; inclusion in the Commencement Program or participation in the Commencement Ceremony does not imply degree conferral. The official registry for conferral of degrees is with the UH Hilo Registrar.