The Paubox Kahikina Scholarship helps Native Hawaiian students pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and Tech in general. Its purpose is to offer financial support and create a strong network for these students. The scholarship makes education more affordable and connects students with professionals, giving them valuable opportunities to learn and grow in their chosen STEM or Tech fields. This scholarship is about more than just money; it's about building a community and empowering Native Hawaiian students to succeed in STEM or Tech careers.
See also: The big ideas behind the Paubox Kahikina Scholarship
As a recent Kamehameha Schools Kapalama graduate, scholarship recipient Alyssa Lyman moved on to attend Purdue University to study Computer Science. Here is a word from Alyssa Lyman:
"Watching my classmates and younger kids grow up and have these amazing opportunities to achieve their dreams really inspires me to keep pushing for my own. I understand I’m not old by any means, but as a four time Paubox Kahikina Schoalrship Recipient, it fills my heart with hope and joy to watch the recipient list grow bigger and bigger every year.
I am grateful for Hoala and everyone at Paubox for the opportunities I have been able to experience, and for believing in me always. This unwavering belief and support has gotten me through my toughest days, as I remind myself how lucky I am to have such inspiring people behind me. I hope to be the same to others one day."
Read more: Paubox Kahikina Scholarship Recipient Reflection | Alyssa Lyman