Lehano discovered that the UH Mānoa College of Education was creating a new cohort that was specific to severe disabilities and autism, which she jumped at the opportunity to apply.
The Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching is awarded to faculty members who exhibit an extraordinary level of subject mastery and scholarship, teaching effectiveness and creativity and personal values that benefit students.
The Frances Davis award for a faculty member and a graduate assistant recognizes dedication and demonstrated excellence as teachers of undergraduate students.
Inspired by the impact UH Mānoa had on their daughter, Taylor’s parents made a generous contribution to revamp the welcome center in the Office of Admissions.