Across the small islands of Micronesia, traditional farming has historically been about forests: living, layered, cultivated systems where breadfruit trees shade taro plants, banana trees lean into coconut palms, and mango, avocado and guava trees drop highly valued fruits that can feed a community.
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The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has announced the arrival of Emma Perez as its new Fiscal Officer, bringing decades of financial leadership and nonprofit experience to the many environmental, research, capacity building and workforce development programs it hosts.
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The SNAP-Ed Program under University of Guam Land Grant invites community members to participate in a free nutrition education workshop series titled Mindful Chesa & Snacking. The series is designed to help adults build practical skills for healthier everyday living with a focus on chesa, the CHamoru term for appetizers and snacks.
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The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) are happy to announce that applications are now open for the sixth season of the Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC), continuing their robust workforce development plan that has graduated nearly 100 local workers who have developed skills for the emerging green economy.
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More than 40 land management professionals in Guam gathered at the University of Guam campus on Jan. 7 to identify challenges and potential solutions for forest restoration on the island. Hosted by UOG Land Grant through a grant sponsored by the U.S. Geological Survey Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center (PI-CASC), the workshop guided participants in a science-based approach to planning forest restoration projects.
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University of Guam alumna Sarah Taitano blends art, culture, and care through More Art x Less War, a Pacific Islander lifestyle brand rooted in mixed media, indigenous identity, and social justice. Drawing from her background in social work and mental health advocacy, Taitano uses creativity as a form of healing, connection, and purposeful change.
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UOG students perform original poetry in cross-cultural video project, "From the Heart". A new video spotlights original poetry by University of Guam students, offering a window into their creative voices.
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As a young child, I remember being forced to take afternoon naps, particularly during the summers when all of us grandchildren were babysat by an aunt, uncle or older cousin while our parents were at work. Squeezing my eyes shut, without ever falling asleep, I imagined myself as an adult with personal autonomy, never having to take naps again. Today, I couldn't agree less and would welcome any opportunity to catch up on sleep.
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Dr. Artemio "Ricky" Hernandez, Ph.D., has been selected as the University of Guam's new Vice President of Administration and Finance and Chief Business Officer, effective Jan. 12.
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