Derrick Kang

About Derrick

With over 35 years working in the world of college counseling, it is working with haumāna and their ʻohana that I enjoy most. I grew up in the Hilo and attended Seattle University. I had the opportunity to study abroad in Austria which led to my interest in travel, culture, and visiting historical sites. Upon graduation, I worked for my alma mater for 16 years in admissions supporting students from Hawaiʻi, the Pacific Islands, Asia, Europe, and parts of the continent. I also worked in residential life, new student orientation, and advised the Hawaiian, Marianas, and Samoan student organizations. I returned to Hawaiʻi working in counseling and college counseling for the last 20 years at ʻIolani and Mid-Pacific. I enjoy traveling, trying new foods, and cooking.

Educational Background:

• BA in German and B.Ed in Elementary Education – Seattle University
• M.ED in Educational Foundations – University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Region / Kuleana: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming, and Military

Hometown: Hilo

High School: St. Joseph High School

Favorite Food:  There is very little that I donʻt like!

Favorite Place in Hawaiʻi: Pololū Valley, Hawaiʻi Island

Random Fact: I worked on a fish processing boat in Alaska while in college.

Best tip for Postsecondary Success: Take advantage of the opportunities that come your way. Be like a sponge and absorb all that you can and share your talents and gifts with those that come into your life and the community that you are living in.